From boosting the brain to reducing pain, joining others in song can bring some wide-ranging benefits. It's that time of year when the air starts to tinkle with angelic voices – or ring with the occasional lusty hymn – as carol singers spread their own indomitable brand of festive joy. All that harking and heralding. It's joyful and triumphant. From the brain to the heart, singing has been found to bring a wide range of benefits to those who do it, particularly if they do it

We are delighted to share that the Alliance Française Reno-Tahoe was featured on  2 Plus You Nevada , the popular KTVN lifestyle program hosted by Sarah Johns. The segment, highlighted our organization’s mission to promote French language and culture throughout the Reno-Tahoe region. During the interview , Josette Marsh, President of the Alliance Française Reno-Tahoe, and dedicated volunteer Christophe Duchateau, spoke with Sarah about the history of our chapter, its founding

If there is one French ritual that instantly brings out smiles, nostalgia, and that unmistakable joie de vivre , it’s le goûter —France’s beloved late-afternoon treat. Somewhere between a snack and a mini-celebration, the goûter is woven into daily life, from bustling Parisian bakeries to sleepy village schoolyards. And yes… adults absolutely participate. They just pretend it’s “for the kids.” 🍞 What Is “Le Goûter”? In France, le goûter  happens at around 4 p.m. It ’s the sw