In celebration of National French Week, the Sister Cities Commission is pleased to bring you "Jefferson in Paris." Tickets are $25 per person, but seating is limited. To RSVP, call Sue Lessen at 847-781-2606.

Tish Robinson is a French scholar, and the owner of The Wonders of France. She presents slide programs about France and French culture. Tish’s love affair with France began decades ago. She received a degree in French literature from Northwestern University, and taught high school French. She has traveled to France countless times, and has been a contributor to the “Paris Notes” newsletter. Tish has given numerous French presentations to many cultural, civic and continuing education organizations, including The Art Institute of Chicago’s Associate Series, the Alliance Française and Northwestern University’s Chamber Music Lecture Series.

Step back in time, and discover another facet of Thomas Jefferson. As one of our founding fathers, he served as America’s second Minister to France in the 18th century, and became enamored by the cultural life, cuisine, wines, the irresistible Maria Cosway and the arts and architecture of France. Learn how his time in France helped shape the future of early America. This is a program you won’t want to miss!

Tickets are $25 per person, and include a luncheon featuring vichyssoise, mixed green salad with Brie and walnuts, beef bourguignon over buttered noodles, mocha pots de crème for dessert, coffee, and tea. Reservations are limited, and must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30. Contact Sue Lessen at 847-781-2606 to reserve your spot today.

Join us as we celebrate America’s legendary third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson!