Diana Limongi posted an event

Nov 4, 2013 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Queens Library, Steinway Branch

Aug 21, 2019
Iziar replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"For those who read this thread Diana and I worked on a flyer to promote the program.
If you just want to help us spread the word and post it at your work/study place, French favorite bistro or tutoring place ... you can write to Diana:…"
Aug 21, 2019
Iziar replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"Hi Diana,
Sorry I am so busy with my end of semester papers. Bien sûr, I can send an email to the people I know to spread the word.
The only problem that I see is that the people I know don't have children going into Kindergarten.
I think a one-page…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"hi Itzhar... I am workng on getting the word out, can you please spread the word re. this?

Interested parents should email  duallanguage.astoria@gmail.com

Thanks!!
Diana"
Aug 21, 2019
Iziar replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"Hi Diana,
Yes, the school Carnival is coming up in May and I will try to talk to her...
It also good to read the messages from the parents that started other programs. I believe it is good to approach the principal once there is a group interested…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"hi Itziar,
It seems that we would need to find a school who would be interested in the program! I am surprised indeed that it didnt work since there is a considerable French speaking population in Astoria.
If you wouldn't mind getting some feedback…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"thank yo ufor explaining that! I was wondering what happened, especially since I know there are Moroccan and Algerian families that speak French in my neighborhood. When i bough my house on 45 Street i was excited about that program, only to find…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"Hi West! I am writing because there will be an info session on November 4th at 6pm at the Queens Library in Astoria, on 31st and Ditmars Boulevard where we will discuss bringing a French/English DLP to Astoria/LIC. We are hoping to reach as many…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"hi Wes! I have created a special email list for this group,
if you are still interested, please email duallanguage.astoria@gmail.com

thanks!Diana"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi left a comment on French around Astoria - Queens
"Please sign our petition for a French DLP in Astoria! https://www.change.org/p/please-help-us-open-a-french-dlp-in-distri..."
Aug 21, 2019
CHARLENE MERIEUX replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"NEW SCHOOL IN MANHATTAN! DNSE is a unique dance studio, that offers dance classes in a variety of styles ranging from ballet to contemporary to street jazz, all in French. Whether a Francophone looking to enjoy dance classes in their native…"
Aug 21, 2019
Iziar replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"Hi Diana,
I don't know if this would work for our son who's 6 yrs old now (he did Kindergarten in the dual program in PS151)
but I would like to see a such program in Queens. I am actually thinking about talking to the principal of PS150 in…"
Aug 21, 2019
Roxanne robinson escriout replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"HI Diana

I have older kids and there was a dual language program at PS 151 that was short lived as the principal closed down the program and didnt feel it was supported enough. We have transferred to the city to another program at PS 84 .Perhaps…"
Aug 21, 2019
West Hyler replied to Diana Limongi's discussion French-speaking or Francophile parents in Astoria, Queens?
"We live in Sunnyside Queens with a 3 year old son and we'd be interested dual language program. My wife and I speak french occasionally around the house. 
-West"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi left a comment for Martine Decayette
"hi Martine, if i understood correctly you live in QUEENS, NY? i live in Astoria with my son who will be 2 this week. i am interested in a dual language program and in activities for kids in French but unfortunately everything seems to be in…"
Aug 21, 2019
Diana Limongi replied to Martine Decayette's discussion PROGRAMMES/ACTIVITES EN FRANCAIS POUR ENFANTS DE MOINS DE 2 ANS. in Parent in NY
"Martine, 
on meetup.com there is a group of francophiles/french parents in NYC. 
i always see posts for story time and playdates in French.
unfortunately for me they are during working hours (i work fulltime) so I cannot attend but you should check…"
Aug 21, 2019
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