– Meetup Groups: Book clubs, play groups, wine tasters and singles all have a place on meetup.com. The web site hosts more than 50 niche groups. Go to the web site and specify “French” and a local ZIP code, and you’ll find a pile of possibilities.
– NewYorkInFrench.org: New York in French is a brand-new online social networking site for people involved in the French-speaking community. This is the place to go to get advice or to discuss issues of importance. Website: www.NewYorkInFrench.org
– VoilaNewYork.com: Sign up for their free monthly newsletter (in French) to find out about lectures, festivals, and cool events going on in Manhattan and the boroughs. They also have information on life in NYC, and discussion forums. Website: www.VoilaNewYork.com
– French Culture Nights: a monthly celebration of French Culture featuring French-speaking artists in a casual and elegant setting. Website: www.frenchculturenights.com
– French Afterworks: parties held weeknights every other week. Website: www.lafterworks.com
– French Tuesdays: offers twice a month contemporary men and women entrée to a network of successful individuals and a world of couture nightlife and entertainment. Website: www.frenchtuesdays.com
– Rendez-Vous at the French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF): Casual gathering once or twice a month to practice your French skills with native speakers or other French language learners. All Rendez-vous are held at FIAF (22 East 60th St., bet Madison and Park Ave, Subways N,Q,R,W to 59th St or 4,5,6 to 59th St) Website: www.fiaf.org/events/rendezvous.shtml
