Family Day · My French Book Fest
Join us on Saturday, November 9 from
11am to 5pm for a fantastic Family
Saturday
as part of My French Book Fest in
New Orleans! This exciting family-friendly
event
invites everyone to immerse themselves in the world of Francophone
culture
and French language activities.
With a
French book fair, interactive exhibits,
engaging
workshops, lively storytelling
sessions,
and vibrant
performances, there’s something for every member of the
family to enjoy. Whether you're a part of a
French immersion school community or simply looking to
explore
Louisiana's rich French heritage, this day is packed
with fun and educational experiences for all ages. Celebrate
French culture in Louisiana and introduce your children
to the magic of Francophone literature and the
French language at My French Book Fest's Family
Saturday!
Activities
Marché Français · 9:30-11:30am
Enjoy a selection of fresh produce, crêpes and coffee for sale, and glass recycling.
Partners:
Crêpes Rendez-Vous
Glass Half Full
Barcelo Gardens
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Julia Bourdet · 10am-1pm
Julia Bourdet, French author and illustrator currently in residence at the Villa Albertine, is crossing the United States by bike and train to meet eco-feminist activists.
Anne-Lise Boutin · 12-2pm
Calling all young thinkers! Our Petits Penseurs Philosophy Workshop invites kids to explore big ideas in a fun, interactive setting. Inspire your little philosophers to ask questions and dive deep!
Petits Penseurs · 1:30-3pm
Calling all young thinkers! Our Petits Penseurs Philosophy Workshop invites kids to explore big ideas in a fun, interactive setting. Inspire your little philosophers to ask questions and dive deep!
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Contest 1-5th grade · 2pm
Enjoy the show as students in French language programs present their favorite children's story during the Alliance's theater competition. Classes prizes will be awarded!
Storytelling · 3pm
Kirby Jambon, a veteran French immersion teacher, author and artist from Louisiana, will captivate students with a theatrical performance celebrating Francophone and Acadian identities.
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Student musical performance · 4pm
Join us for a special performance by the talented students of Hynes during My French Book Fest! Sing along and enjoy the show!
My French Book Fair
featuring books for sale in French for all readers from across the French-speaking world
>11am-5pm
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Exhibit: L’Acadie s’expose
an exhibit of art from the groundbreaking comic strip Capitaine Acadie
>11am-5pm
International guests
Julia Bourdet
Julia Bourdet, author and illustrator currently in residence at the Villa Albertine, crosses the United States by bike and train to meet eco-feminist activists. She will lead outdoor drawing workshops in immersion schools to raise children's awareness of the nature around them. They will thus produce a small collective book.
>Live drawings Sat. Nov. 9 11am-3pm
Dany & Daniel Bouffard
Acadian authors Dany and Daniel Bouffard will introduce students to comic book design through creative workshops based on his innovative and interactive comic book series “Capitaine Acadie”.
>Workshops Sat. Nov. 9 1-3pm
Anne-Lise Boutin
French author and illustrator Anne-Lise Boutin received the Albertine Jeunesse Prize in 2024 for her illustrations in the album “Les frères Zzli”.
>Signing Sat. Nov. 9 at 12pm