2009
December 8 Dinner with Thad Carhart: After his successful public reading, Thad joined 12 alumni for a discussion of the challenges of writing a historical novel. The dinner-debate in a member’s apartment ended at a late hour and was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
October 10 Walking tour of Paris: Eleven Yalies enjoyed a walking tour focusing on the Paris of Ernest Hemingway and other expatriate writers of the 1920s and 1930s.
September 16 Book Reading by Thad Carhart: It was standing room only at the American Library for a public reading of renowned author and Yale Club of France member Thad Carhart’s latest book: Across the Endless River
July 6 Annual Meeting: Fulfilling our legal obligation as an “Association 1901”, the Yale Club of France held its annual meeting. The President’s review of events this past year and the Treasurer’s report of the funds available were approved. Elections for the club officers were also held. The current year’s officers are listed here.
May 17 Yale Day of Service: French alumni participated in a colorful parade in support of leukemia research for children. Attendants spanned the age range. Thanks to Isabelle Chauche for organizing this event.
April 14 Speech by Dean Robert Storr: Over 100 people came to hear Dean Robert Storr of the School of Arts give a fascinating talk on the influence of musician John Cage on a wide range of late 20th century artists. This event was organized by the Arts Arena at the American University of Paris.
April Admissions: For September 2009 matriculation (Class of 2013), we had five students admitted to Yale College. Nearly all of the record 45 applicants from France were interviewed — many thanks to our interviewers and to Alfred Dittrick who is stepping down this year after years of dedicated service to the ASC.
February 16 Dinner with Christopher Szpilman: Japanese historian and Yale Graduate Christopher Szpilman entertained a large group of alumni at Le Procope restaurant on the history of judo in Japan. An excellent dinner was accompanied by a lively Q&A.
February 5 “Feb Club” Party: Once again the until-recently defunct, venerable Yale undergraduate tradition returned to Paris. Over a dozen Yalies young and old joined in the celebrations as part of our regular monthly Happy Hour at Carr’s pub.
January 19 Dinner with Ray Gindroz: Renowned architect, urban designer and former Yale Professor Ray Gindroz talked about “The Place of the Dwelling” and its importance in our daily lives. Fifteen alumni came to member Kate Thweatt’s dwelling to participate in this lively dinner, presentation and debate.
