Name: Forays in France
Start: 2026-05-19T14:00
End: 2026-05-19T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Bethpage Library

Forays in France

Presented by Irvina Lew

2026-05-19 14:00:00 2026-05-19 15:00:00 America/New_York Forays in France Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 PM Bethpage Library - Auditorium

Tuesday, May 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-19 14:00:00 2026-05-19 15:00:00 America/New_York Forays in France Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 PM Bethpage Library - Auditorium

Bethpage Library

Auditorium

Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 PM

Award-winning Long Island travel writer and author of Forays in France: A Flavorful Memoir, Irvina Lew presents a captivating culinary journey through Paris, the Riviera, and France’s renowned wine regions. Irvina’s engaging storytelling includes cultural history, practical travel tips, and approachable French recipes. Her talk delights both seasoned travelers and armchair explorers.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lectures | Adult Programs |

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Mon, May 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

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Forays in France - Presented by Irvina Lew

Tue, May 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Bethpage Library - Auditorium

Tuesday, May 19 at 2:00 PM

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English Conversation Class

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Forays in France

Presented by Irvina Lew

Tuesday, May 192:00pm - 3:00pm

Bethpage Library

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Tuesday, May 19
2:00pm - 3:00pm