Past Highlights

  • Annual celebration of the Fête des Rois
  • Sunday luncheons in private homes
  • Cooking demonstrations with famous chefs
  • Special lectures with château owners and authors

The Northern California Chapter hosts a variety of cultural & social events to share insider knowledge of a facet of French culture.  In addition to supporting a  restoration project, located in France or the United States, (see the recent list below), the chapter participates in the local community.  The N. CA  Chapter is honored to be a Cultural Sponsor at the San Francisco Fall Art & Antiques Show.

To introduce high school students to the importance of preserving culture for future generations, seven years ago a Student Essay Contest was created for tenth grade students at the Lycée International Franco-Américain   San Francisco.

Dori Bonn is currently Chairmen of the Northern California Chapter. For further information please please contact FHS Programs and Membership Officer Benjamin Wells.

Photos: Northern California Chapter events including the annual Fête des Rois celebration, Provençal luncheon with Jean-Pierre Moullé, author Elaine Sciolino, participation in the San Francisco Fall Arts and Antiques Show and student winners of the essay contest.

Events

Chairman’s Circle Trip to the Côtes du Rhône

Thursday, October 17 - Wednesday, October 23

FHS is excited to present this year’s Chairman’s Circle trip to the Côtes du Rhône. Our six-night trip will begin in the dramatic ancient city of Avignon, which is renowned for its majestic Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage site. We will explore the splendid Provencal landscapes and monuments in the surrounding area, including the gorgeous 12th-centuy Romanesque Abbaye de Sénanques, and Gordes, renowned as one of the most beautiful villages of France. We will be hosted in style at individual homes for private receptions in Avignon and Gordes. 

Chicago-Midwest: Paris on the Prairie

Sunday, October 27, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

The Chicago-Midwest Chapter invites you to Paris on the Prairie: Power and Planning, a walking ... Read More >

Dallas Chapter: At Home in France with Timothy Corrigan

Monday, November 4, 11:30 am

The Dallas Chapter invites you to a luncheon and discussion with world renowned interior designer ... Read More >

Paris Chapter: Private Visit to Hôtel Drouot

Thursday, November 7, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Manuela Finaz de Villaine, ceramics expert and member of the Syndicat Français des Experts Professionnels en Œuvres d'Art et Objets de Collections, will take our members on a tour of Drouot with her usual enthusiasm. Manuela will also tell us about the 76 associate auctioneers and the history of the place.

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