La Fete de la Chandeleur

The French Cultural Center invites the community to celebrate la Fête de la Chandeleur in the traditional style on Thursday, February 5th.

Also called Crêpe Day, la Chandeleur is a French holiday during which people traditionally eat crêpes and drink cidre (not to be confused with apple cider, this beverage is only for people over 21).

Though Chandeleur is often associated with the Catholic holiday of Candlemas, it actually stems from pagan traditions. While some say Chandeleur celebrates the return of sunny days (crêpes symbolize the sun), others say that making crêpes using flour left over from the harvest ensures prosperity in the coming year...

And, of course, there is the coin ritual: if you can flip a crêpe while holding a coin in your other hand, you and your family will not have to worry about financial problems for the whole year.

21+ only.

Cider generously donated by Farnum Hill Ciders and crêpes provided by Mr. Crêpe.

This event is $15.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members. RSVP required, online or at 617.912.0400.