2004 NATIONAL FRENCH WEEK ACTIVITIES IN ARIZONA
2004 National French Week Activities
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Oct. 15, 2004
Friday, Nov. 5
Dinner/Fund Raiser for National French Week at the West Valley Art Museum, 17420 N. Avenue of the Arts in Surprise (114th Avenue and Bell Road). Information at (623) 972-0635.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to noon
Une Partie de Pétanque - Sponsored by New Acropolis. Enjoy one of France's most popular games. From Lyon to Provence they all line up on the public squares to play their hearts out. Form a team and compete, while having great fun, toss the steel balls (boules). Get them as close as possible to the little wooden jack (cochonnet) to win. Winners will be rewarded. Pre-registration required (480) 756-3910. Free event. At McCormick Park in Scottsdale (Scottsdale Road and McCormick Parkway).
Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Premier Tournoi de Pétanque - Sponsored by the Francophone Community of Tucson, open to francophones, francophiles, students, adults and children, members of the Tucson community. Apportez un pique-nique et vos boules! Pour des renseignements supplémentaires, téléphonez à Carine Bourget 626-0792 ou à Nancy Smith 751-8300. At the University of Arizona Campus, on the Mall to the East of Cherry Avenue, Tucson.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m.
Notre Dame de Paris - Mirror of the Sky - A slide presentation by Brigitte Terseur of New Acropolis. Gothic cathedrals are a testament to the sacred and symbolic knowledge of the medieval lodges. Discover the keys to understanding the symbols which teach the process of spiritual evolution. $10 per person. At the New Acropolis Cultural Association, 3228 E. Indian School Road., Suite 107, Phoenix, www.newacropolis.org Limited seating. Please call for reservation at (480) 756-3910.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Registration at New Acropolis, 3228 E. Indian School Road).
French Trail - A scavenger hunt-family event. Friends form teams of two to four per car and drive through the valley in search of French culture and artifacts. Questions will relate to the French legacy in Arizona and also to the story of Phoenix. The hunt ends around 12:30 p.m., followed by an enjoyable French lunch chez Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance, 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral Road). $10 per car for participants, plus lunch $10 per person. Pre-registration required (480) 756-3910.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 5 p.m.
Présentation in French with slides - "Les Photographes français" by Michel Sarda of the Institut Français d'Arizona/Art Renaissance sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix. Learn more about the photographers who made France and the art of photography famous, including Nadar, Demachy and Atget. At the Offices of the Alliance Française, 8040 E. Morgan Trail, Scottsdale (off of Hayden between Shea and Mountain View). Minimum attendance and reservations by Nov. 5 are necessary. Entrée fee is $5 per person. Information at (602) 499-6245 or president@afphx.org
Monday, Nov. 8, 2:40 p.m.
Salute to George Sand on the 200th anniversary of her birth (1804-2004) - Two presentations with background information: "George Sand and Flaubert: The Sunset of her life, Their Friendship, and the Franco-Prussian War" by Aleksandra Gruzinska and "L'Importance de l'oeuvre de George Sand chez Marcel Proust" by William Hendrickson. At Arizona State University Main Campus, Tempe, in the Language and Literature Building, 165 (Language and Literature Conference Room). Free and open to the public. Paid parking at nearby Methodist Church on University Drive near College Avenue.
Monday, Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m.
French Film - "L College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd. Phoenix.
Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.
Say Cheese! - Delightful French cheese tasting sponsored by New Acropolis. Come enjoy with friends an evening of discovery of France's most unique cheeses, find out about their making and origins, learn to make the best selection of cheeses for your holiday party trays. Have you ever had warm melted raclette cheese? Tonight is the night (wine will be paired with the cheese). Bring a guest you wish to impress. $20 per person. Registration (480) 756-3910. At 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, chez Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral). Pre-registration required by 11/08/04.
Thursday, Nov. 11, 12 noon
I.F.A./Art Renaissance French Week Luncheon - Focus on Auguste Bartholdi, the creator of the Statue of Liberty, as well as many other important works of art, on the 100th anniversary of his death. At Vincent's on Camelback, 3930 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix. $20 inclusive. Reserve at (602) 808-9670. Friday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m. French Cooking Class by Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance. Come learn to prepare a classic French meal at Chef Ekobo's home: Soupe à l'oignon/French onion soup (entrée,) Boeuf bourguignonne/Beef Burgundy, gratin de pommes de terre/potatoes au gratin (plat de résistance,) Mousse au chocolat (dessert). $40 class & meal. Reserve in advance at (602) 881- French Week Activities, Page 3 0438. At 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral).
Saturday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m.
Presentation in French with slides - "Edgar Degas" at the Alliance Française of Tucson by Michel Sarda of the Institut Français d'Arizona/Art Renaissance. For information, contact Antoinette Wagner at (520) 327-3270.
Saturday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m.
Academy Award Nominated Animated Film - "Les Triplettes de Belleville" (The Triplets of Belleville) by Sylvain Chomet. A comic delight for both children and adults. Free and open to the public. At ASU Main Campus, Tempe (free parking available on campus on Saturdays) in Nursing Building 101 on the corner of University Drive and College, next to the Methodist Church Parking Lot.
Sunday, Nov. 14
Brunch à la française at Louis Germain's Sans Souci Restaurant - Choice of salad and main dish, dessert, beverage, plus glass of Champagne, $22 inclusive. Sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix. At 7030 E. Bella Vista Dr., Cave Creek. Reserve at (480) 488-2856.
Tuesday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m.
The Passion and Poetry of Chopin - Jeffrey Siegel's Keyboard conversations (concerts with commentary). Chopin's father was French, his mother Polish. The celebrated pianist and composer and George Sand had a tumultuous love affair. $30, at Scottsdale Center for the Arts, call (480) 994-ARTS for reservations.
Saturday, Nov. 20, 2-6 p.m.
Festival du Beaujolais nouveau - Wine-tasting event in connection with the freshly arrived Beaujolais Nouveau sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix at Picknicken, 7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale. La Terrasse des Artistes will provide ambiance, with artwork, jewelry, bibelots, and more for sale. Reservations imperative by Nov. 15 by sending a check for $20 per person made out to the Alliance Française and sent to Leanne Debeurre, 1602 E. Kathleen Rd., Phoenix 85022, president@afphx.org or by calling (602) 499-6245.
Semaine Nationale du Français, contact Prof. Bill Hendrickson at (602) 840-5024. For updates, contact www.asu.edu/languages/fre/.
Media Contacts: Sara Elgin 602-534-7359
Alejandro Montiel 602-534-3443
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Oct. 15, 2004
Friday, Nov. 5
Dinner/Fund Raiser for National French Week at the West Valley Art Museum, 17420 N. Avenue of the Arts in Surprise (114th Avenue and Bell Road). Information at (623) 972-0635.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to noon
Une Partie de Pétanque - Sponsored by New Acropolis. Enjoy one of France's most popular games. From Lyon to Provence they all line up on the public squares to play their hearts out. Form a team and compete, while having great fun, toss the steel balls (boules). Get them as close as possible to the little wooden jack (cochonnet) to win. Winners will be rewarded. Pre-registration required (480) 756-3910. Free event. At McCormick Park in Scottsdale (Scottsdale Road and McCormick Parkway).
Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Premier Tournoi de Pétanque - Sponsored by the Francophone Community of Tucson, open to francophones, francophiles, students, adults and children, members of the Tucson community. Apportez un pique-nique et vos boules! Pour des renseignements supplémentaires, téléphonez à Carine Bourget 626-0792 ou à Nancy Smith 751-8300. At the University of Arizona Campus, on the Mall to the East of Cherry Avenue, Tucson.
Saturday, Nov. 6, 6 p.m.
Notre Dame de Paris - Mirror of the Sky - A slide presentation by Brigitte Terseur of New Acropolis. Gothic cathedrals are a testament to the sacred and symbolic knowledge of the medieval lodges. Discover the keys to understanding the symbols which teach the process of spiritual evolution. $10 per person. At the New Acropolis Cultural Association, 3228 E. Indian School Road., Suite 107, Phoenix, www.newacropolis.org Limited seating. Please call for reservation at (480) 756-3910.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Registration at New Acropolis, 3228 E. Indian School Road).
French Trail - A scavenger hunt-family event. Friends form teams of two to four per car and drive through the valley in search of French culture and artifacts. Questions will relate to the French legacy in Arizona and also to the story of Phoenix. The hunt ends around 12:30 p.m., followed by an enjoyable French lunch chez Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance, 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral Road). $10 per car for participants, plus lunch $10 per person. Pre-registration required (480) 756-3910.
Sunday, Nov. 7, 5 p.m.
Présentation in French with slides - "Les Photographes français" by Michel Sarda of the Institut Français d'Arizona/Art Renaissance sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix. Learn more about the photographers who made France and the art of photography famous, including Nadar, Demachy and Atget. At the Offices of the Alliance Française, 8040 E. Morgan Trail, Scottsdale (off of Hayden between Shea and Mountain View). Minimum attendance and reservations by Nov. 5 are necessary. Entrée fee is $5 per person. Information at (602) 499-6245 or president@afphx.org
Monday, Nov. 8, 2:40 p.m.
Salute to George Sand on the 200th anniversary of her birth (1804-2004) - Two presentations with background information: "George Sand and Flaubert: The Sunset of her life, Their Friendship, and the Franco-Prussian War" by Aleksandra Gruzinska and "L'Importance de l'oeuvre de George Sand chez Marcel Proust" by William Hendrickson. At Arizona State University Main Campus, Tempe, in the Language and Literature Building, 165 (Language and Literature Conference Room). Free and open to the public. Paid parking at nearby Methodist Church on University Drive near College Avenue.
Monday, Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m.
French Film - "L College, 1202 W. Thomas Rd. Phoenix.
Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6 p.m.
Say Cheese! - Delightful French cheese tasting sponsored by New Acropolis. Come enjoy with friends an evening of discovery of France's most unique cheeses, find out about their making and origins, learn to make the best selection of cheeses for your holiday party trays. Have you ever had warm melted raclette cheese? Tonight is the night (wine will be paired with the cheese). Bring a guest you wish to impress. $20 per person. Registration (480) 756-3910. At 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, chez Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral). Pre-registration required by 11/08/04.
Thursday, Nov. 11, 12 noon
I.F.A./Art Renaissance French Week Luncheon - Focus on Auguste Bartholdi, the creator of the Statue of Liberty, as well as many other important works of art, on the 100th anniversary of his death. At Vincent's on Camelback, 3930 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix. $20 inclusive. Reserve at (602) 808-9670. Friday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m. French Cooking Class by Chef Jean Ekobo of French Ambiance. Come learn to prepare a classic French meal at Chef Ekobo's home: Soupe à l'oignon/French onion soup (entrée,) Boeuf bourguignonne/Beef Burgundy, gratin de pommes de terre/potatoes au gratin (plat de résistance,) Mousse au chocolat (dessert). $40 class & meal. Reserve in advance at (602) 881- French Week Activities, Page 3 0438. At 8107 E. Buena Terra Way, Scottsdale (between Hayden and Granite Reef Road, north of Chaparral).
Saturday, Nov. 13, 2 p.m.
Presentation in French with slides - "Edgar Degas" at the Alliance Française of Tucson by Michel Sarda of the Institut Français d'Arizona/Art Renaissance. For information, contact Antoinette Wagner at (520) 327-3270.
Saturday, Nov. 13, 7 p.m.
Academy Award Nominated Animated Film - "Les Triplettes de Belleville" (The Triplets of Belleville) by Sylvain Chomet. A comic delight for both children and adults. Free and open to the public. At ASU Main Campus, Tempe (free parking available on campus on Saturdays) in Nursing Building 101 on the corner of University Drive and College, next to the Methodist Church Parking Lot.
Sunday, Nov. 14
Brunch à la française at Louis Germain's Sans Souci Restaurant - Choice of salad and main dish, dessert, beverage, plus glass of Champagne, $22 inclusive. Sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix. At 7030 E. Bella Vista Dr., Cave Creek. Reserve at (480) 488-2856.
Tuesday, Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m.
The Passion and Poetry of Chopin - Jeffrey Siegel's Keyboard conversations (concerts with commentary). Chopin's father was French, his mother Polish. The celebrated pianist and composer and George Sand had a tumultuous love affair. $30, at Scottsdale Center for the Arts, call (480) 994-ARTS for reservations.
Saturday, Nov. 20, 2-6 p.m.
Festival du Beaujolais nouveau - Wine-tasting event in connection with the freshly arrived Beaujolais Nouveau sponsored by the Alliance Française of Greater Phoenix at Picknicken, 7051 E. 5th Ave., Scottsdale. La Terrasse des Artistes will provide ambiance, with artwork, jewelry, bibelots, and more for sale. Reservations imperative by Nov. 15 by sending a check for $20 per person made out to the Alliance Française and sent to Leanne Debeurre, 1602 E. Kathleen Rd., Phoenix 85022, president@afphx.org or by calling (602) 499-6245.
Semaine Nationale du Français, contact Prof. Bill Hendrickson at (602) 840-5024. For updates, contact www.asu.edu/languages/fre/.
Media Contacts: Sara Elgin 602-534-7359
Alejandro Montiel 602-534-3443
