ships and alliances are at the forefront that make working with him very smooth . The colleagues and associates within his record would agree that his demeanor and mannerisms help to establish fruitful relationships that can only thrive to produce productive outcomes . Houston ’ s Largest Mural Artist Sebastien “ Mr . D ” Boileau has teamed up to make a difference with his talents showcasing French influence that can expand upon many diverse regions of people and minds .
Consul Seam appears to be a foodie if you take into account his background and take time to peruse through his own soaring social media I ’ ve been involved with over the years with him . Of course , the French culinary aspects have much to offer so this does not come as a surprise … just look at the restaurant review in this edition of our focus on France . Consul Seam has made sure to capture our food displays of foods such as Indonesian fried noodles and lamb sticks with the label of WorldFood when we attend a discussion hosted by members of the Consular Corps .
One of his passions has been in the education realm . Alas , often you ’ ll find me utilizing the mantra that education is the new and lasting diplomacy and have been on the Mayor ’ s board to pilot this mindset in bridging local with foreign . The French Consulate is highly engaged with schools offering French programs accredited by the French Ministry of Education . Speaking of educating , the fullness of the recently executed event lists for the month of March is astounding as associations pulled together to put on what is known as the French Cultures Festival . The Cultural Service of the French Embassy in Houston coordinates the French Cultures Festival ( FCF ) which takes place each year in March in Texas ,
Oklahoma and Arkansas . The festival aims at celebrating French language through cultural and educational events . Spoken by more than 270 million people on the five continents and by 1.3 million people in the United States , the French language is the second most widely learned language in the world . Since 1970 , the French language has been celebrated on March 20 , which marks the birth of the Intergovernmental Organization of French-speaking nations ( Organisation internationale de la
francophonie ). Each year in March , the Cultural Services of the French Embassy in Houston organizes the FCF . A celebration of the diversity of “ la Francophone ,” it brings together people who not only speak French , but also feel , in one way or another , connected to French cultures and to stimulate exchanges within the public . The FCF gathers many institutional partners from diplomatic representations , museums , universities , schools and many other organizations . Last year , over 30 cultural and educational events were showcased during the Festival in the three states covered by the Cultural Service .
We covered the Swiss-French film at the French Alliance and were moved by the story line as well as the wellprepared hosting of foods , drinks , and French books galore ! We appreciate the substance in the film chosen and the gathering to get to know one another — the epitome of what the French Alliance is known for nestled in the heart of Montrose , Houston . Did you know that you can even sign up for French cooking classes there ?
There is sure to be a plethora of activities and new developments in the world surrounding the French ~ For that matter , a French cowboy was even in the renowned Houston Rodeo this year ! Be sure to keep your eyes and ears open into what you can do with this beautiful group of people as enthusiastic about history and living the best quality of an enriched life as possible ! An upcoming event to attend is the Texan-French Alliance for the Arts ( Mission for the organization : Creativity to break boundaries , build social connections , transform communities in diverse schools around Houston ) inviting you a fantastic Macaroon Festival and competition to be held on Sunday , April 23rd from 4 to 7 pm , at the Houston Design Center . Come taste the best macaroons by Houston ’ s finest pastry chefs !
Please see the website , http :// www . consulfrance-houston . org / for the French Consulate on their message to the public or contact them via infos . houston-fslt @ diplomatie . gouv . fr : information about the Consulate General and the services that he can give you , as well as practical advice , if you are French , residents in Texas , Arkansas or Oklahoma , or if you are passing through or planning to
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