No knowledge of French?  No problem!  This 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
 
Must have a minimum of 5 students to run the classes.
 
Teacher: Mme Townsend
Class Time: 5 to 6:30 PM
Dates: January 27th, February 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th, 2026
Location: Virtual via Zoom. Teacher will send online code prior to start of class.
 
Prices:
Members: $150
Non-members: $185*
 
*Please note: This does NOT include a membership.
 
For more information, please contact the French Classes Coordinator, pgrant@facnh.com.