Recent Events

Institute of Franco-American Studies Formed

May 25, 2011 - Saint Anselm College, the Franco-American Centre, The ACA Library Preservation Consortium and The Alfred Laliberte Preservation Society have entered into an agreement to form The Institute for Franco-American Studies at Saint Anselm College. Fr. Jonathan DeFelice, President of Saint Anselm College, and State Sen. Tom De Blois, President of the Franco-American Centre, made the announcement at a reception held May 25th. The venture will create a large collection of archives, artwork and statuary to be displayed and maintained for the continuing education and enjoyment of the general public and academics alike. The 35 initial founders of the Institute were unveiled on a plaque at the reception. Individuals who are interested in becoming founders should contact the Centre.

New Hampshire Celebrates International Francophonie Day

March 14, 2011 – New Hampshire Governor John Lynch read a proclamation in the Council Chamber at the State House to honor La Journée Internationale de la Francophonie, March 20, 2011.

Above left: clockwise from center: Honorary Consul of France to NH Adèle Boufford Baker, State Sen. & FAC President Tom DeBlois, Public Relations Consulate of Canada Aaron Annable, NH Archives Benoit Shoja, State Sen. Raymond White, Consul General of France Christophe Guilhou, Quebec Delegation Public Affairs Director Patrick Hyndman, Consulate of Canada Economic & Academics Officer Marc Jacques, Quebec Government Office Boston Head of Post Jean-Stéphane Bernard, Manchester Richelieu Club President Armand Pinard.

Above right: Left to right – State Sen. Lou D'Allesandro, Governor John Lynch, Honorary Consul of France to NH Adèle Boufford Baker, and FAC Board President State Sen. Tom DeBlois.