FACNH offers engaging mini-classes and workshops throughout the year (5 weeks or less) designed to immerse you in different facets of French culture and language. Whether you're interested in exploring French history, mastering specific grammar concepts, diving into cultural traditions, or enhancing your conversational skills, these short-format courses provide focused, accessible learning opportunities.
These programs are perfect for busy schedules and offer educators the chance to earn continuing education credits. From beginner-friendly cultural explorations to advanced language workshops, there's something for every level of interest and expertise.
Have an idea for a workshop? We welcome suggestions from our community. Share your concept with us at info@facnh.com – we'd love to hear what topics interest you most!
Franco-American Centre may classes qualify for continuing education credits and support professional development goals. Consult your district PD coordinator to confirm that credits apply.
To Request Your Certificate:
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Indicate your interest in CE credits in the comments section when registering
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Contact nhirte@facnh.com upon course completion
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Your certificate will be issued promptly
*Continuing Education Credits:
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the friendship between France and the United States, join us for a dynamic five-week cultural workshop exploring the people, ideas, traditions, and artistic achievements that have shaped France and influenced the world.
Designed for anyone with an interest in French culture, history, travel, and society, this course offers un peu de tout (“a little of everything”). No knowledge of French is required, though participants will enjoy discovering French expressions and cultural references woven throughout each session.
Each 90-minute class combines discussion, storytelling, history, and cultural exploration in an engaging and welcoming atmosphere. Participants are encouraged to share their interests and questions as the course unfolds.
Course Highlights
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Traveling in France: useful expressions, customs, and cultural expectations
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Paris and beyond: geography, regions, cities, and rural France
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French identity and patrimoine (heritage)
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Myths, misconceptions, and perceptions of the French character
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Influential thinkers and historical figures including Descartes, Voltaire, Rousseau, Tocqueville, Sartre, and Simone de Beauvoir
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French art, museums, cinema, theatre, and poetry
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Group discussions and participant-selected topics
Schedule
Instructor: Madame Townsend
Tuesdays | 5:30–7:00 PM
July 7, 21, 28 & August 4, 11
No class on July 14 in observance of Bastille Day.
Tuition
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$150 for non-members
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$130 for FACNH members
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$130 for members of AATF and NHAWLT
Language is about action, and effective French speakers have a strong command of verbs. This engaging five-week mini-course is designed to strengthen your understanding of French grammar through the study and application of verbs across a variety of tenses, moods, and real-world contexts.
Whether your goal is to master the past tenses or to refresh and refine your skills, this course will help build greater confidence and accuracy in communication.
Participants will explore the structure and function of French verbs while practicing practical usage through guided exercises, discussion, and contextual application. Topics include verb modes and tenses, conditional and “if” clauses, past participles, and the present subjunctive. Students will strengthen their ability to recognize, conjugate, and correctly apply verbs in the present, past, future, and conditional tenses.
Schedule
Instructor: Madame Creamer
Thursdays | 5:30–7:30 PM
July 9, 23, 30 and August 6, 13
Tuition
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$200 for non-members
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$175 for FACNH members
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$175* for members of AATF and NHAWLT
Boss just told you to see the clients in Paris?
Spouse has been collecting travel guides for Monaco?
Kids thinking about college in Quebec?
There are over 50 countries in the world that speak French! Don’t you want to visit at least one or two?
Come to learn or refresh your knowledge of the French language so you can feel more confident while traveling in a French province or country. We offer 2 conversation-based classes to help you gain confidence while speaking this beautiful language. It provides you vocabulary while highlighting some of the cultural differences.
Unsure which in right for you, or for more information, please contact the French Classes Coordinator, pgrant@facnh.com.
Traveler's French
No knowledge of French? No problem!
This 5 week class is a great way to start!
Each class will last 90 minutes. Here are some themes that will be discussed in class (subject to change):
Arriving in France:
At the airport and transit from the airport
Sharing expectations of what to expect when visiting France
The importance of greetings and basic civility
Lodging:
Hotels versus renting an apartment
Location, location, location!
At the hotel: amenities, choice of rooms, speaking with the receptionist or the concierge
Shopping for food in specialty shops or at the open-air market
Shopping for clothing and other items in a department store, store or “boutique”
At the restaurant or at the café:
Reading the menu (la carte)
Ordering in French
French food and specialties
Making a reservation
Visiting Paris:
Getting around the city
Museums
Points of interest
Understanding how Paris is divided into “arrondissements”
Visitions la Belle France:
Although for some visitors Paris IS France, let’s venture outside the Capital city.
Exploring Québec province and Québec
Next Class TBA
Must have a minimum of 5 students to run the classes.
Teacher:
Class Time:
Dates:
Online via Zoom. The teacher will send the online code prior to the start of class.
Voyageurs
Geared towards students who have already taken French either at the High School or College level or through FAC at the Beginners level or above, this 5 week course will emphasize refreshing conversational skills while building vocabulary and expressions that are important for those planning to travel in French-speaking regions.
Themes may include (subject to change):
Crossing the border: introduction, passports, importance of greetings and formalities.
The hotel: Arrival and requests to ensure that your stay will be memorable.
At the bakery/open-air market: local products, metric system, and local currency
At the restaurant: setting, traditional food, ordering, tipping and farewell.
Visiting around the city: Transportation, local amenities, and activities.
Must have a minimum of 5 students to run the classes.
Teacher: TBD
Dates: To be announced
Times:
Online via Zoom. The teacher will send the online code prior to the start of class.
