Parlez-vous francais?
Good Afternoon,
I have been planning to move to St. Thomas and am hoping to make that happen by late September. My husband is French and will be looking for employment as a dive instructor once we arrive. He speaks English fairly well and is improving everyday by taking English classes. I was hoping to get information about the French speaking community on the Island. I would love for him to be able to speak his native langauge more often than he can in Delaware!!
Any information would be very appreciated.
Stacey B
I know there is a French Club, but I don't know any of the details. They used to meet weekly at Oceana which is a restaurant in Frenchtown. Maybe you could call there and ask them about it.
The phone number is 340-774-4262.
stacey there is alot of french spoken in stt. especially in french town. there is also a french influenced west indian pidgeon creole spoke on the northside.
Yes, the French club does meet on Thursday around 5:45 PM, usually at Oceana, although we sometimes have some fun outings elsewhere. I just started attending and it's a great time. The club has very recently become as an Alliance Francaise chapter, giving the group nonprofit status as well as ties to other chapters. I know that we will be offering French classes soon, so if your husband is interested in teaching, let us know!
Thank you all so much for the information. This definately makes me feel better about our move. I will have him call as soon as we arrive on the island!!!
Merci beaucoup et passe un bonne journee!!
Stacey B
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