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Note: If you are interested in joining us for dinner, please contact us separately - info@afcq.org.au", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "50.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 50, "product_price_local_tax": "50.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2026-07-23 13:03:02", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "26", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-le-bon-weekend-saturday-day-visitor\/" }, { "product_id": "35", "product_title": "Le Bon Weekend", "product_content": "Le Bon Weekend 2026Imagine spending a weekend by the ocean, enjoying good food, great company and as much (or as little!) French as you'd like. Le Bon Weekend brings together French speakers and learners of all levels for a relaxed getaway filled with friendship, fun activities and memorable experiences. Whether you're taking your first French class or already speaking confidently, you'll find activities designed for your level and a welcoming community ready to share the weekend with you. Join us from 16–18 October 2026 at The Haven, Emu Park, a beautiful venue overlooking the Capricorn Coast. A favourite AFCQ event for many years, Le Bon Weekend continues its tradition in a new setting while maintaining the friendly atmosphere that makes the weekend so special. Partners, friends, members and non-members are all welcome. Come on your own, bring a friend, or make it a weekend away with your partner. Weekend Package IncludesTwo nights' accommodation (Friday and Saturday) All meals French language activities for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels Social activities and evening entertainment Time to relax and enjoy the surroundings Price: $320Early Bird Member Offer: AFCQ members who book and pay by 24 August will receive a 15% discount.After the Early Bird period ends, AFCQ members will continue to receive a 10% discount. Please book by 13 September 2026 to help us confirm the event. We need to confirm final numbers by this date.Please ensure you are logged into your AFCQ account before booking to access member pricing and Early Bird discounts. A Saturday day-attendance option is also available, including lunch and workshop activities.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "320.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 320, "product_price_local_tax": "320.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2026-07-23 12:55:33", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "1", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-le-bon-weekend\/" }, { "product_id": "27", "product_title": "Bastille Day", "product_content": "Join us for a festive Bastille Day lunch as we bring together community, culture, and delicious French flavours.Enjoy an indulgent charcuterie spread featuring artisan cheeses from Archer Cottage and freshly baked baguettes from La Petite Boulangerie—proud partners of our recent French Film Festival. Bring your own bubbles (or beverage of choice) to toast liberté, égalité, fraternité. Non-alcoholic refreshments will also be provided as you settle in for a relaxed Bastille Day lunch, celebrating good food and great company on the beautiful Capricorn Coast. There’ll be light entertainment throughout the afternoon, including French songs, games, and trivia—plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in French culture and have a little fun along the way.", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "40.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 40, "product_price_local_tax": "40.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2026-06-24 02:58:18", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": null, "product_uri": "\/products\/af-bastille-day\/" }, { "product_id": "19", "product_title": "Saturday Evening Film", "product_content": "THE STORY OF SOULEYMANE(Original title: L’Histoire de Souleymane)Director: Boris LojkineCast: Abou Sangaré, Nina Meurisse, Alpha Oumar SowCountry: France | Duration: 94 minutesLanguage: French, Fula, Maninka (with English subtitles) One of the most vital and talked‑about French films of recent years, writer‑director Boris Lojkine’s The Story of Souleymane follows a young food‑delivery cyclist as he races across Paris while preparing for a life‑altering residency interview. Like many gig‑economy workers, Souleymane lives day to day under immense pressure, navigating the city’s relentless pace while rehearsing a story that may determine his future in France. Shot with urgent realism and anchored by a remarkable debut performance from Abou Sangaré, the film unfolds over just two tense days, capturing both the exhaustion and quiet humanity of a man caught within an unforgiving system. Compassionate yet propulsive, The Story of Souleymane is essential viewing — a powerful reflection on migration, precarity and the courage required simply to endure. Awards & FestivalsWinner – 2024 Cannes Film Festival (Un Certain Regard): Jury Prize, Best Actor, FIPRESCI PrizeWinner – 2024 European Film Awards: Best Actor, Best Sound2025 César Award nominee (7 nominations, including Best Film) Content advisory: Mature themes and coarse language", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "18.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 18, "product_price_local_tax": "18.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2026-04-23 00:43:59", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "71", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-saturday-evening-film\/" }, { "product_id": "18", "product_title": "Saturday Afternoon French Film Festival 2026", "product_content": "JULIETTE IN SPRING(Original title: Juliette au printemps)Director: Blandine LenoirCast: Izïa Higelin, Sophie Guillemin, Jean‑Pierre Darroussin, Noémie Lvovsky, Salif CisséCountry: France | Duration: 97 minutesLanguage: French (with English subtitles) Directed by Blandine Lenoir (Aurore, Annie’s Fire), Juliette in Spring follows 35‑year‑old Juliette, a children’s book illustrator who returns to her country village hoping to enjoy some quiet time with her family. Instead, she finds herself caught in a web of emotional undercurrents: a stressed and overburdened sister, a gentle but emotionally distant father, a newly liberated mother revelling in the second act of her life, and a grandmother growing increasingly frail. As old memories, unspoken truths and long‑buried family secrets rise to the surface, Juliette is forced to reflect on her own place within the family and the life she hopes to claim for herself. Based on the graphic novel by Camille Jourdy, Lenoir’s tender and observant film blends humour, warmth and gentle surrealism to create an affectionate, deeply human portrait of family life. With a wonderful ensemble cast led by Izïa Higelin, Juliette in Spring is a quietly moving film to be savoured. 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Jimmy lives a far more modest life, but shares an unexpected passion for music, and as the brothers slowly connect, their shared love of performance becomes a powerful bridge between two very different worlds. Warm, funny and deeply moving, My Brother’s Band is a joyous celebration of family, community and the unifying power of music, striking a perfect balance between laughter and tears. Awards & Festivals2025 César Award nominee (7 nominations, including Best Film and Best Actor)Official Selection – 2024 Cannes International Film FestivalAudience Award winner – New York Rendezvous with French Cinema (2025), San Sebastián Film Festival (2024), American French Film Festival (2024) Content advisory: Coarse language", "product_order": "0", "product_icon": null, "product_brand_id": "1", "product_price": "35.0000", "product_price_ex_tax": 35, "product_price_local_tax": "35.0000", "product_created_datetime": "2026-04-22 23:19:15", "product_code": null, "product_barcode": null, "product_is_unorderable": "0", "product_is_shipping_required": "0", "product_inventory_level": "30", "product_uri": "\/products\/af-opening-gala-french-film-festival-2026\/" }, { "product_id": "16", "product_title": "French Singing Workshop 21 June 26", "product_content": "Warm up your vocal cords! Our June workshop will be a joyful dive into French songs, welcoming participants of all levels as we celebrate Fête de la Musique. Created in France in 1982, la Fête de la Musique takes place each year on 21 June, and celebrates the idea that music is for everyone. On this day, streets and cafés across France come alive with free performances by musicians of all kinds. Inspired by this tradition, we are delighted to once again collaborate with talented vocal teacher and native French speaker, Lorraine Manifold, as we curate a vibrant selection of French chansons. Expect group singing, discovering well-loved French chansons and plenty of pronunciation support – all in a relaxed, fun atmosphere. The workshop will run from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. We'll finish the afternoon with a short concert from 4:15 pm featuring the Yeppoon Choral Society Voices, Les Chantelles, and local soloists, as you relax over a selection of cheeses, with wine and apéritifs available for purchase from the bar. Friends, family, and members of the wider community are very welcome to attend the concert only.À bientôt – see you there! What to bring:A water bottle to keep your vocal cords well hydrated, a pencil for marking music and pronunciation tips, and a cheerful, enthusiastic willingness to join in – no perfection required. DiscountsAlliance Française CQ members will receive a $10 discount. This will be applied automatically when you are logged into your account. Yeppoon Choral Society members will receive a $10 discount to the workshop. Please use the code YCS26.A discount of $15 applies to those attending the concert only. Concert-only tickets include a selection of cheeses, with wine and apéritifs available for purchase from the bar. 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