Latest News from AFSeattle

Little Free French Library
Dec 10

We are thrilled to announce that our Little Free French Library has a double-page feature in the latest Fil d'Alliances, the international publication by the Foundation of Alliances Françaises! 

Congratulations to our student and member Sophie Biernacki for carrying this incredible project to completion. Read More…

Sales Tax on Collective Classes & Events
Nov 11

Due to a change in Washington State law, all our group classes, and certain events, are now subject to a sales tax for Washington residents. Our listed tuition prices will appear to increase, as they now include the required tax. To help offset the change, we’re increasing our Member Pre-Sale discount to 10% off (previously 8%).

Sales Taxes apply to: 

• All paid collective courses 
  • The Seattle sales tax rate (10.35%) will apply to online and onsite courses.
  • Non-Washington residents who are taking online classes can request a sales tax refund after enrolling.

• Paid events that aim to educate
  • Baking classes, dictées (paid events for non-members), Sip & Paint, Drink & Draw, etc.

• Memberships
• Private and semi-private courses
• Gift certificates (however, purchases of classes or instructional events made with a certificate will include sales tax if applicable).
• Free events and classes
• Language tests and exams (DELF/DALF, TEF, etc)
• Non-instructional events such as Ciné-Salon, Wine Tasting, Galette des rois, etc.

French Delegation Visit on March 12, 2024
Mar 12 '24

A heartfelt thank you to French Ambassador Laurent Bili and Consul General Frédéric Jung for gracing us with their presence today at Alliance Française de Seattle! It was a true honor to welcome you and your delegation, alongside our colleagues from the French schools of the Puget Sound.

We are immensely proud to be recognized in the Seattle Times by M. Laurent Bili as "one of the most successful [Alliances Françaises] in the United States." Thank you for your kind words and support!  Read More…

Congratulations to our student Lakshmi!
Mar 5 '24

Congratulations to Lakshmi for winning the 1st place prize in the French Bridge writing competition "Un jour dans la peau de..." with the poem "Je suis une feuille".

Here is a bit about Lakshmi: 

"Bonjour ! Je m'appelle Lakshmi Agrawal et je suis une étudiante en deuxième année à Interlake HS. J'aime la philosophie et la physique, où j'expérimente avec des polluants dans l'eau et je pose des questions qui n'ont pas de réponse – aboutissant finalement à la création d'un poème. Quand je ne fais pas de recherches ou n’écris pas, j’aime jouer du piano, chanter, lire des fictions historiques et réalistes et jouer au badminton."

Read Lakshmi's winning poem here

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In Memoriam: Thierry Rautureau
Nov 1 '23

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our esteemed board member Thierry Rautureau, on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Thierry was the Vice-President of the AFSeattle board, and was very involved with all facets of the Alliance’s activities. He served on the board for over 10 years and was universally loved for his presence, his contribution and his sense of humor.  Thierry was a prominent member of the Francophone community in Seattle and hosted the famous podcast “Hot Stove Radio” with Tom Douglas under his title "The Chef in the Hat". This is a sad day for the Alliance community, the staff, and the board, and he will be very much missed. We are all grieving this sudden loss, and we encourage you to take a moment to celebrate his legacy. 

Read the complete announcement from Raj Mathew, President of the Board.