Fwd: Join us for Bastille Day on 60th Street, Sunday, July 11

Bastille Day on 60th Street Sunday, July 11, from 12–6pm Fifth to Lexington Avenues Free and Open to the Public! www.bastilledaynyc.com
Raffle  |  Tastings  |  Treats  |  Activities for Kids  |  Live Performances  |  Street Entertainment
Discover FIAF  |  VIP Lounge Access
Celebrate all things French during a fun-filled afternoon of food, culture, and entertainment! Enjoy live music, win prizes at the raffle, and explore the many attractions that await you between Fifth and Lexington avenues on 60th Street in New York City.
	Raffle Win a Trip to Paris & More! Drawings at 2pm, 3:30pm, and 4:30pm Corner of 60th and Park More Info Buy Raffle Tickets in Advance! Tickets will be available at the reception desk in the FIAF lobby from July 6 onwards and at the Information/Ticket Sales booths on July 11. Enter the raffle for a chance to win fabulous prizes, like a stay in Paris for two (including flights courtesy of American Airlines, and 3-night stay at the Radisson Blu Ambassador Hotel Paris Opera). Other prizes include incredible travel, spa, and French restaurant packages.
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	Wine, Beer, and Cheese Tasting From 12 to 5:30pm FIAF Gallery & Lobby, 22 East 60 Street More Info Buy Tickets on Sunday, July 11 at the Information/Ticket Sales booths. Sample a wide selection of red, white, and rosé wines from Bordeaux, one of France's most famous wine regions, provided by the Bordeaux Wine Council (CIVB), accompanied by an array of delicious French cheeses courtesy of Lactalis. Refreshing Kronenbourg premium lager beer will also be served.
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	Sweet and Savory Treats Booths between Fifth and Lexington More Info Steaming sweet and savory crêpes, luxurious macarons, special canelés, velvety chocolat, and sweet financiers—a cornucopia of delicacies awaits you, not just from France but the rest of the francophone world!
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	Activities for Kids 60th between Madison and Park More Info The FIAF Language Center will keep your kids entertained with pétanque and Arts & Crafts workshops after they've enjoyed delicious pomme compote courtesy of GoGo SqueeZ. On the main stage, Haitian artist Michèle Voltaire Marcelin will take kids on a fabulous journey with thrilling stories.
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	Live Performances Corner of Park on 60th More Info Discover a variety of artists and music on the Bastille Day main stage, from traditional French balladeers to edgier French-inspired rock & roll and a unique jazz performance. As always, be sure not to miss the popular Cancan dancers!
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	Street Art & Entertainment 60th between Fifth and Lexington More Info Admire vintage Citröen cars and Velosolex motorbikes, race your friends on stationary bicycles to see who deserves the yellow jersey, or try to avoid spilling water as a French waiter in the Garcons de café competition with the New York Sports Club's staff. In addition, discover live mime and accordion acts between Park and Lexington!
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	Discover FIAF! 60th between Fifth and Lexington More Info Come learn what's new at NYC's premier destination for French language and culture! Stop by the French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) booths to meet staff members and get information about FIAF's exciting Fall programs. Ask about upcoming classes at the FIAF Language Center booth. Check out the book sale tent benefitting FIAF's Haskell Library. Plus, save 10% when you become a FIAF Member on Sunday July 11 and enter for a chance to win a Nespresso machine.
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	Membership Promotion Exclusive VIP Lounge Access Le Skyroom, 12–5:30pm More Info Become a FIAF Premier Member and receive two (2) tickets to the Bastille Day VIP lounge. Indulge in culinary delights, including cheeses, charcuterie and breads, wine, specialty cocktails, and learn how to cook the famous verrine dessert with French Culinary Institute chef Marc Bauer! Join FIAF as a Premier Member (promotion code "VIP") by Friday, July 9 to qualify for this special offer.
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