Building upon the rich foundation of the first volume, French All Around Us French, Language and Francophone Culture in the United States, this new collection delves even further into the vibrant, ever-evolving stories of the French language and Francophone culture throughout the United States. From the enduring Franco-American enclaves in New England and the Midwest to emerging voices in the Rust Belt and the South, the book showcases the linguistic, historical, and cultural significance of French-speaking communities, longstanding and newly arrived-who continue to shape the American experience. The chapters gathered here reflect the diverse tapestry of Francophonie across the country. They reveal the legacy of Franco-Canadian and Acadian migrations, the complex identities of Haitian and Senegalese diaspora communities, the ongoing importance of bilingual education and advocacy, and the depth of artistic expressions ranging from architecture and literature to culinary traditions and music. Through personal narratives, research-based insights, and forward-looking policy recommendations, French All Around Us underscores how French remains not just an academic subject or a heritage language, but a living, creative force woven into everyday American life. Foreword – Ambassador Ifigeneia Kontoleontos, Permanent Observer for the International Organization of La Francophonie to the United Nations Francophonie in the US: Historical Roots, Cultural Diversity, and Future Perspectives – Fabrice Jaumont and Marguerite Tabusse - The Alliances Françaises in the United States: A Pillar of Francophonie in America – Hamza Djimli - Teaching, Learning, and Living in French – Jessamine Irwin - The Economic Value of French in Louisiana: A Policy Analysis – Jerry L. Parker - The Francophonie is Here: French Language and Francophone Identity in the Rust Belt – Claire-Marie Brisson - French All Around Us: From Preschoolers to Senior Citizens – Frédérique Grim - Multilingual Hospitality: African Diasporic Voices Shaping Francophone America – Maya Angela Smith - Building a Francophone Identity in Bilingual Schools: African-Centered Reflections of a Black Educational Leader – Bertrand Tchoumi - Weaving Haitian Roots into the U.S. Francophonie: A Personal Journey – Elcie Douce - New Speakers of French in Louisiana: The Future of a Regional Minority Language – Jonathan Olivier - Observing and Understanding Language Contact Among French Migrant Children in the US – Valérie Barrau-Ogereau - My Journey within the Field of Francophone Studies: From Africa to America – Emmanuel Kayembe - Collective Action to Protect our Future – Creating a Sustainable Franco-American Path Forward – Timothy Beaulieu - Exploring the Intricacies of Franco-American Artistry – Melody Keilig - Documenting the Francophone Contribution to American Music – Scott Tilton - A Hard-Won Battle: The Lasting Gift of Franco-American Churches to New England’s Built Environment – Eileen M. Angelini and Rebecca P. Sewall - The Tapestry of our French-Canadian Ancestry – Joseph Bolton - A Heritage Recaptured – John Tousignant - Finding Franco-America in Historical Anniversaries – Patrick Lacroix - Bridging the Francophone Archipelago: Past and Present – Camden Martin - Le Rêve – Jesse Martineau and Monique Martineau Cairns - The Value of the French Cross-Cultural Synergy – Franck Mounier - The “Mindset of Possibility”: The Role of External Funding in Building and Preserving College and University French Programs in the US – Steven J. Sacco and Megan Diercks - Just a Francophile from New Jersey – Jennifer Schwester - La Francophonie des Amériques: Conversation and Community – Joëlle Vitiello & Sophie Kerman - French Education from One Generation to the Next – Rebecca Fortgang & Jasmine Grace St. Pierre This wide-ranging volume offers a fresh and compelling lens onto the landscapes of Francophonie in America. By showcasing the resilience and creativity of communities from the Rust Belt to Louisiana, these stories highlight that French, in all its forms, is more than a language of Europe or the classroom-it's a dynamic tool of connection, identity, and growth. It is a vital read for educators, researchers, and anyone who treasures linguistic and cultural diversity.-Prof. Teboho Moja, New York UniversityAs someone who has spent years researching the historical arcs of French education in the United States, I find this new collection profoundly illuminating. The chapters demonstrate that, far from a relic, French remains a living thread woven through family stories, community activism, and educational innovation. This thoroughly engaging and much-needed resource will enrich the conversation around our shared linguistic heritage.-Dr. Jane Ross, author of Two Centuries of French Education in New YorkAs a principal at École Bilingue, I have witnessed firsthand how the French language galvanizes curiosity, empathy, and creativity in students. French All Around Us reaffirms that power,