The Library will be closed on the following days in May:
Wednesday 1 May – Fête du Travail (Labor Day)
Wednesday 8 May – Fête de la Victoire 1945 (WWII Victory Day)
Thursday 9 May – Jeudi de l’Ascension (Ascension)
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(Hybrid) Nobles and Yeomen: How French Brought ‘Class’ to English with Peter Sokolowski
The American Library in ParisWhy does English have both brotherhood and fraternity? Why is the crime called murder but the accusation called homicide? Merriam-Webster dictionary editor Peter Sokolowski speaks on why we have so many synonyms, and how our language has evolved.
Free
Story Hour: Pretty Pumpkins* (ages 3–5)
The American Library in Paris3–5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to join us for an interactive Story Hour in a small group!
(Hybrid) Lindsey Tramuta, Rokhaya Diallo, and Grace Ly on Who Represents France
The American Library in ParisWriters Lindsey Tramuta, Rokhaya Diallo, and Grace Ly speak about diversity, representation, the mythology of the Parisienne, and the lived experience of women in France.
Free
(Hybrid) Processing the Processed Food Industry with Michael Moss
The American Library in ParisDo we really know what we eat? Investigative journalist Michael Moss speaks on the hidden workings of the world of processed food.
Free
Teen Night: Halloween Decorating Party (ages 12–18)
The American Library in ParisGet in the mood for Halloween by helping to decorate the Library!
Saturday Series: Ghost Stories* (ages 6–12)
The American Library in ParisJoin the Children and Teens’ Services team to learn about famous ghost stories, listen to a few famous tales, and then tell one of your own! […]
(Hybrid) Writing Ukraine Panel
The American Library in ParisOver two hundred days into the invasion of Ukraine, prominent voices in contemporary Ukrainian literature speak on writing through war.
Free
Story Hour: Witches in the Air* (ages 3–5)
The American Library in Paris3–5 year-olds and their grown-ups are invited to dress up in costume, and join us for an interactive Story Hour in a small group!
Toddler Time: Halloween Tales (ages 1–3)
The American Library in ParisThis interactive program features songs, rhymes and stories in English for the very young.
Teen Night: Creepy Campfire Tales* (ages 12–18)
The American Library in ParisTell scary stories, and meet other community members.