Sunday, September 13, 2026
Open House admission is free with advance registration. Some activities require a separate reservation due to limited capacity. Please refer to each event listing for details.
Open House General Admission
Experience L’Alliance New York in Montclair
Join us for L’Alliance New York Open House in Montclair, a day of exploration, community, and French-inspired activities for the whole family. Discover firsthand what makes L’Alliance New York unique and why thousands of children, teens, and adults choose us each year to learn French.
Sample our immersive teaching approach by participating in complimentary trial classes for adults and youth (ages 7–18), while younger children enjoy engaging workshops inspired by our à petits pas (ages 1–5) and Benjamin (ages 5–7) French language programs. Families can also enjoy a cozy French Storytime, a screening of the beloved animated classic Le Roi et l’Oiseau, browse hundreds of French books at our Book Sale & Book Swap, and receive personalized guidance through free French placement tests.
The day concludes with a Members-Only Apéro, where L’Alliance New York members can mingle with teachers, staff, and friends over a glass of wine and light refreshments.
Whether you’re considering French classes for yourself or your child, exploring our fully accredited French-immersion preschool, or simply looking to connect with fellow Francocophones or Francophiles, this is the perfect opportunity to experience everything L’Alliance New York has to offer in Montclair.
Why Attend?
Throughout the day, our teachers and staff will be available to answer your questions, recommend the right class for you or your child, and introduce you to our language and cultural programs, French immersion preschool, exams & certifications, events, and membership.
Beginners, lifelong learners, and everyone in between will find a welcoming place where language learning, culture, and community come together.
Open House Special Offers
$30 Enrollment Coupon for New Students
Register for the Open House and receive a $30 enrollment coupon toward any Montclair in-person group French class for adults or children.
50% Off L’Alliance New York Membership
Register for the Open House and enjoy 50% off an Individual, Dual, or Family Membership, giving you immediate access to exclusive member benefits—including admission to our Members-Only Apéro at the conclusion of the event and 10% off adult group French classes.
Become Part of L’Alliance New York Community
L’Alliance New York is much more than a language school in Montclair and Manhattan. It is a vibrant community where people of all ages come together to learn French, experience Francophone cultures, and build meaningful connections throughout the year.
Members enjoy exclusive cultural programming, Conversation Clubs, Book Clubs, discounted classes, French film screenings, special events, library privileges, and much more—both in Montclair and at L’Alliance New York in Manhattan.
Open House admission is free with advance registration. Some activities require a separate reservation due to limited capacity. Please refer to each event listing for details.
Event Lineup
10:00 AM–4:00 PM: Complimentary French Placement Tests. Learn more.
11:00 AM–4:00 PM: French Book Sale & Community Book Swap. Learn more.
11:00–11:45 AM: French Storytime for Young Children. Learn more.
12:00–1:30 PM: Family Film Screening – Le Roi et l’Oiseau. Learn more.
1:30–4:15 PM: Creative Workshops for Toddlers & Young Children. Learn more.
1:30–4:15 PM: Complimentary Trial French Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults. Learn more.
5:00–6:00 PM: Members-Only Apéro. Learn more.
Come discover why L’Alliance New York is French for joie de vivre.
This event is free. Register for the Open House and receive a $30 enrollment coupon toward any in-person group class at our Montclair Campus (new students only).
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Whether you’re just beginning your French journey or have been reading in French for years, our French Book Sale & Book Swap is the perfect place to discover new treasures, share old favorites, and celebrate the joy of French reading.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Snuggle in for a cozy French Storytime celebrating the end of summer, the arrival of autumn, and the excitement of back-to-school season! Designed for children ages 0–6 and their families, this warm and interactive experience welcomes children of all levels of French.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale “The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep,” The King and the Mockingbird follows two young protagonists as they flee the clutches of a tyrannical king, aided by an insolent mockingbird. As France’s first drawn animated feature in color, the film has won the admiration of generations of viewers, filmmakers, artists, and illustrators.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Have your child experience the fun of French at the Montclair Campus of L’Alliance New York, with creative workshops featuring interactive activities such as arts and crafts, cooking, and music.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Step into a world of French fun and discover the vibrant spirit of learning at the Montclair Campus of L’Alliance New York, with engaging French trial classes for kids, teens, and adults.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Exclusive to L’Alliance New York members. End the day the French way at our Members-Only Apéro, an evening of conversation, connection, and conviviality bringing together members, teachers, staff, Francophones, and Francophiles in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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