The fresh air of December takes the French Culture Nights to an arctic-inspired subterranean lounge beneath Hotel Marcel at Gramercy – Polar Lounge, an elegant lounge with the dreamy, shimmering aesthetic of the North Pole, on December 08.

The talented painter and sculptor Anne De Villemejane (http://annedevillemejane.com) will be presenting a selection of her bronze sculptures, as well as her last creations in concrete and steel during that evening.

DJ Manu Leger (http://www.myspace.com/manudrums69) with 10 years of experience evolving through various musical styles such as jazz, African beats, reggae, funk and rock, Manu has collaborated with numerous artists which helped him acquire great scenic maturity.

FEATURED PERFORMERS & EVENT DETAILS: From 6.30 p.m. to 1 a.m., at the Polar Lounge (201 East 24 Street, at 3^rd Ave:

- Paintings and sculptures by Francophone artist Anne De Villemejane

- Music by DJ Manu Leger

Apero (Happy Hour from 6.30pm to 7.30pm) is sponsored by Ricard and beers sponsored by Kronenbourg.

The admission fee of $10 is waived for those who pre-register online at www.FrenchCultureNights.com before 4 pm EST on December 8.