On Friday, September 15th, the French-American Chamber of Commerce will be holding a garden Party at the French Embassy in Washington DC and…

General Lafayette will be in attendance!

The FACC is allowing this to be a kick-off event for the American Friends of Lafayette Bicentennial commemorations.  Mark Schneider will be portraying Lafayette at this garden party.

Spend your Friday evening in the French Embassy’s expansive and beautiful outdoor space to mix and mingle with francophiles, French VIPs, diplomats, professionals, business people and Lafayette !!!

The AFL will discuss their Lafayette Bicentennial plans with the gathered and sell AFL merchandise.

AFL members receive 20% discount using this code: AFLGARDENPARTY23

Important: This is a rain or shine event
In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors inside the beautiful Maison Francaise

On the Menu: Garden Party the French Way

We’re excited to introduce the talented Hugh Cossard, who will be carving a Jambon right before your eyes! Don’t miss this unique chance to taste authentic French flavors. A fusion of tradition and experience awaits. Come, savor, and be mesmerized!

• Ham cut in front of you
• French Crepes
• Buffet campagnard (French buffet)

Fresh Baguette

Fresh Baguette will be gracing our Garden Party with their authentic French touch. Dive into the savory world of France with their delectable quiches and unique cro’gels. ️More, receive a delicious complimentary baguette from Fresh Baguette for every guest at our Garden Party! One more reason not to miss this exceptional event.

Open Bar All Night

• Excellent rosé of course, but also red, white and wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Loire Valley, Alsace, Rhone, Provence, etc.
• Kir (crème de cassis topped with white wine or bubbly)
• Pastis: French Riviera’s favorite apéritif
• For security reasons, we will need the names and emails of all persons attending the event. If you are reserving a table for 2 or 4, we will ask you the additional names the week of the event.
• FACC members get 20% off. Please register with code FACCROSE23. Please note that membership will be verified prior to the event. To become a member, email or call us at 240-994-6932.
• For security reasons, there will be no parking inside the Embassy. Public parking is available on Reservoir Rd. However, we strongly advise you to use Alto, our car-sharing service partner.
• This is an adult-only event. No one under 21 allowed.

 

Bonnie and I will be there. We hope to see you as well!
Thank you and vive Lafayette!