Rex Lambert surprised Le Cercle Francais by playing trumpet while they sang a French version of Auld Lang Syne.
Betsy Crosson
Le Cercle Français had their May meeting at the home of Rex and Shirley Lambert. As always, it was a special afternoon for French conversation and members were delighted to try a French cocktail called a “Kir.” This is a popular cocktail made with a black current liqueur called cassis and white wine or champagne. One can often see these berry bushes grown in the south of France interspersed among the vineyards. In France it is usually drunk as an aperitif before a meal or snack. French club members got to try the normal Kir made with white wine or the Kir Royale that is made with champagne.
For several months the group has been trying to learn the French version of Auld Lang Syne so it could be sung at the end of each club meeting. Rex Lambert surprised the group with a trumpet accompaniment! Bravo, Rex!
French Club meetings are held twice monthly throughout the year for two to three hours to practice the French language and socialize with other Francophiles. For more information please email Deborah Legan at [email protected].