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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T120000
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SUMMARY:Poutine\, Pea Soup & Trivia Social
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE: Monday\, March 18 \nCLICK HERE FOR ONLINE TICKETS \nThe Franco Center has announced a new lunchtime social: Poutine\, Pea Soup & Trivia. The first social will take place from NOON to 2 p.m. Monday\, March 18\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. This event is a time for all Franco-Americans and others in the community to come together and socialize. This social will be less structured than our La Rencontre luncheons that typically feature some form of entertainment. \nThis trivial social will feature Franco foods such as poutine and pea soup at NOON. The menu will vary at times\, but will be light. \nThe trivia will feature questions about the Lewiston and Auburn community. The main purpose of this event is for socializing. \nThe cost is $12 per person and includes the poutine and pea soup. Other foods may be available for purchase. \nCall the box office at 207-689-2000 or stop in from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on most Tuesdays and Wednesdays to buy tickets in advance. \nCLICK HERE FOR ONLINE TICKETS
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/poutine-pea-soup-trivia-social/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Trivia Lunch
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T190000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Glow Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \nGlow Dance Party at Heritage Hall Bar
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/glow-dance-party-at-heritage-hall-bar/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Feb. 28\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-center-5/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240225T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20231227T181901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231227T181901Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz dance party at Franco Center Feb. 25
DESCRIPTION:The 17-member Bridgton Jazz ensemble will perform from 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday\, Feb. 25\, at the Franco Center. The ensemble includes vocalists who perform music and songs from the 1940s to today. The event will include a dance floor\, cash bar\, and concession stand. This is a fundraiser for the families and victims of the Oct. 25\, 2023 shootings in Lewiston. \nTickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door and can be bought in advance online at TICKETS or by phone at 207-689-2000. Tickets can be purchased in person when our box office is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot on Oxford Street. Handicap access is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bridgton-jazz-ensemble-to-perform-at-franco-center-feb-25/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240214T110000
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Feb. 14\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-center-4/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T143000
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SUMMARY:Dancers bringing Quest of the Golden Veils to Franco Center Feb. 10
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: Imari & the Sahara Desert Dancers will bring a theatrical dance performance featuring the art of belly dancing to the Franco Center at 1 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 10. Dancers in the group are Shuruq\, Adair\, Sephira\, Anahita\, Imari\, Asisa\, and Bilqees. Tickets for their fundraising performance (to benefit the Franco Center) range from $15 to $30 and can be purchased at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Chad Cummings photo.     \nA Mediterranean theatrical dance performance\, featuring the art of belly dancing coming to Franco Center Feb. 10   \nLEWISTON—A Mystical Journey of the Magic Lantern and the Quest of the Golden Veils\, A Theatrical Dance Performance by Imari & the Sahara Desert Dancers is coming to the Franco Center for a fundraising performance to benefit the Franco Center at 1 p.m. Saturday\, Feb. 10.     \n“Don’t miss one of the most mesmerizing and colorful family events in New England\, brought to life with enchanting dancing by Imari & the Sahara Desert Dancers and live music by Tribal Moon.  Let us bring you along on a journey to mystical places across the beautiful Mediterranean Sea\, full of shimmies\, sparkles\, and smiles!” said Imari\, spokesperson for the dance group. The dancers use their stage names in public.  \nImari & the Sahara Desert Dancers have committed 22 years to sharing the beautiful art of belly dancing with nursing homes and hospitals throughout Maine on a volunteer basis. The dancers spend their summers entertaining at family festivals\, nursing homes\, and charity events region-wide.   \n“I am very proud to say that we have raised thousands of dollars for local charities such as the CMMC Unrestricted Annual Fund\, Salvation Army\, The United Way\, Odd Fellows Nursing Home\, St. Mary’s Hospital Breast Health Program and Make-A-Wish® Maine.  I am blessed with a truly beautiful and amazing group of women who are my sisters in dance\,” said Imari.  “The women who make up my dance troupe vary in age\, each balancing professional and family lives\, and together we have formed an undeniably strong bond in striving to make a positive difference in our community\, and beyond.  We simply enjoy sharing our love for our dance with our audiences and we cannot wait to light up the stage with our upcoming show at the beautiful Franco Center!  Please join us!”  \nLearn more about the group at www.imaribellydancing.com.  \nDoors open at noon. Tickets can be purchased through the Franco Center’s box office in person from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays or call 207-689-2000. Ticket purchases can also be made online at www.francocenter.org/shows.     \nTier 1  Adults        $25 advance – $30 door   \n          Students    $20 advance – $25 door   \nTier 2  Adults        $20 advance – $25 door   \n           Students    $15 advance – $20 door   \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot across the street. Handicap access is on the Lincoln Street Alley side of the building.   \nBOX OFFICE TICKETS on sale now! \nSeason Underwriter is Maple Way Dental Care; media sponsors are Bennett Radio Group; Sun Journal; Turner Publishing; and Uncle Andy’s Digest.Show sponsors are: Androscoggin Bank and DaVinci’s Eatery.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dancers-bringing-quest-of-the-golden-veils-to-franco-center-feb-10/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T110000
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Feb. 7\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-center-3/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240131T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20240102T203203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T203203Z
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday\, Jan. 31\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 suggested donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-center-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20240102T203057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T203057Z
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays\, Jan. 24\, and 31\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 suggested donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends. \nFebruary dates to be determined.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
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SUMMARY:Line Dance Lessons at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Line dance lessons will take place from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays\, Jan. 17\, 24\, and 31\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. $5 suggested donation at the door. Jake Hodgkin will lead the class in the steps of many popular line dances. It’s a great workout if you’re looking for exercise\, too. \nNo need to register. Just drop in! Bring your friends.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240106T230000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20231212T153247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T153247Z
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SUMMARY:Love for Lewiston
DESCRIPTION:Love for Lewiston \n\nA special concert to benefit the two local venues affected by the tragic events of Oct. 25 will be held 5-10:30 p.m. on Saturday\, Jan. 6\, at the Franco Center in Lewiston. Both Schemengees and Just-In-Time Recreation suffered losses of lives and business closures as a result of the tragedy. While operating and facility expenses continue to grow\, revenues came to a halt\, and little if any of the funds raised so far have actually reached these businesses that served the community for years. \nThe concert/dance will also give the owners of the two businesses\, family\, employees\, and circle of friends a well-deserved opportunity to let their collective hair down\, relax and enjoy a fun time with loved ones. \n\nAlong with the Franco Center donating the venue\, these Lewiston/Auburn-based musicians have donated their time: \nSmith Collaboration\nGoff Hill Rundown\nContinental Shakedown\nRunnin’ Down a Dream\nJumpin’ Willys\nRon Bergeron\nBonnie Edwards\nDenny Breau & Arlo West \nAcoustic Sunshine\n\nJustin Dube of Dube Media will livestream the event over Facebook\, including a QR code where people can donate from anywhere. The Franco Center will provide a cash bar and concessions for the duration of the event. Advance tickets are $15 and are available at francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000 or in person at the box office.\n \nJanuary 6\, 2024 \n5:00 PM – 11:00 PM \nHeritage Hall \nPrices include fees: \nAdvance  $15 \nDoor  $20 \nBUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE \nor call 207-689-2000.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/love-for-lewiston/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231217T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
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SUMMARY:Just Us special holiday reunion concert
DESCRIPTION:Photo caption\, from left: Doris Surette\, Melissa St. Pierre\, Jackie Asselin\, Nel Meservier\, Rose Fredricks\, Norm LaPlante\, Sue Caron\, Lorraine Giasson\, Debbie Robitaille. \nLEWISTON—The “Just Us” Entertainers are reuniting to bring a special holiday reunion concert to the Franco Center at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Dec. 17. This concert is a fundraiser for the Franco Center. Nel Meservier\, spokesperson and keyboard player for the group\, said\, “The Just Us Entertainers will perform traditional and nontraditional Christmas songs. We like to have fun and we like the audience to have fun.”  \nJust Us\, organized in 1999\, was the first musical group to perform at the Franco Center in the summer of 2000. The Franco Center had taken over ownership of the former St. Mary’s Church building in June 2000. The Just Us group has performed hundreds of concerts in the Lewiston-Auburn\, Portland and August areas. Several of their concerts were fundraisers for various veterans organizations.  \nThe group has included 20 members at times\, from musical families representing three generations. This reunion concert will feature Doris Surette\, Melissa St. Pierre\, Jackie Asselin\, Nel Meservier\, Rose Fredricks\, Norm LaPlante\, Sue Caron\, Lorraine Giasson\, and Debbie Robitaille.  \nTicket prices include fees: Advance  $20 and Door  $25.  \nDoors and cash bar open at 1 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in person between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesday\, at www.francocenter.org\, and 207-689-2000.  \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. It is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building. Parking is in the mill lot across the street.  \nLINK TO SCROLL THROUGH ALL SHOWS AND BUY TICKETS: CLICK HERE \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS TO THIS CONCERT. \nProgram: \nMary’s Boy Child — Ensemble \nThe Bells of St. Mary’s — Ensemble \nOh What a Beautiful City — Ensemble \nMerry Christmas Darling — Lorraine Giasson \nChristmas Rock Medley — Melissa St. Pierre \nHeard the Bells on Christmas Day — Rose Fredericks \nSanta Looked a lot like Daddy — Jackie Asselin \nSilver Bells — Sue Caron \nLittle Toy Trains — Women \nRazzle Dazzle Christmas — Doris Surette \nChristmas Hallelujah — Ensemble \nSanta Claus is Back in Town — Debbie Robitaille \nChristmas Song — Sue Caron \nAll I Want for Christmas is You — Melissa St. Pierre \nTeacher’s Merry Christmas — Lorraine & Sue \nWhat are you Doing New Year’s? — Debbie Robitaille \nGod Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen — Norm LaPlante \nThere’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays — Lorraine Giasson \nPretty Paper\, Pretty Ribbons — Doris Surette \n‘Til the Season Comes ‘Round Again — Rose Fredericks \nReindeer Boogie — Doris Surette \nO Holy Night — Melissa St. Pierre \nChristmas Blue — Nel & Group \nAngels We Have Heard on High — Ensemble \nSeason Underwriter is Maple Way Dental Care; Media Sponsors are Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, Uncle Andy’s\, Bennett Radio Group. Show sponsor: Ouellette & Associates
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/just-us-special-holiday-reunion-concert/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music
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SUMMARY:Sights and Sounds of a homestyle Christmas back at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON–Following the success of last year’s premiere of Sights and Sounds of Christmas\, the fundraising event returns “bigger and better than ever” to the Franco Center on Dec. 15 and 16 with three separate performances\, according to show producer\, Jake Hodgkin. Dozens of performers will sing\, dance\, act\, and produce an energetic and vibrant festive Christmas show complete with an immersive light show. “The light show will produce a snow effect in several scenes and also a visual look at what it would be like to travel in Santa’s sleigh.”  \nWith an evening show at 7 p.m. Friday\, Dec. 15\, followed by a matinee show at 2 p.m. and evening show at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Dec. 16\, the Franco Center’s beautiful Performance Hall stage will be the scene of holiday-themed performances\, music\, and a light show.  “This Christmas show is an event for the whole family\, where memories can be made\,” said Franco Center Board President Elaine Roop.  \n“The matinee’s light show and projections will not have the full effect due to the fact that the Franco Center’s Performance Hall cannot be darkened during the day\,” Hodgkin said. “The overall emphasis is to give the feeling of an old-fashioned homestyle Christmas. If you are looking to get in the holiday spirit\, don’t miss this show.”  \nTickets for the Franco Center’s Sights & Sounds of Christmas Show range from $7 to $25. Tickets can be purchased online at BOX OFFICE TICKETS or by phone at 207-689-2000. Tickets can also be purchased in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.    \nAdvance Evening shows \nTier 1  Adults $20 – Kids/Students  $15 \nTier 2  Adults $15 – Kids/Students   $10 \nDoor Evening Shows \nTier 1 Adults $25 – Kids/Students $20 \nTier 2 Adults $20 – Kids/Students $15 \nAdvance Matinee \nTier 1 Adults $15 – Kids/Students $10 \nTier 2 Adults $10 – Kids/Students $7 \nDoor Matinee \nTier 1 Adults $20 – Kids/Students $15 \nTier 2 Adults $15 – Kids/Students $12 \n  \nDoors\, concessions\, and cash bar open an hour before the show\, and during intermission.  \nStay tuned for the program agenda. \nWarning: Strobe Lighting and Smoke & Haze in Use during this performance.  \nThank you to Berman & Simmons and Skelton Taintor & Abbott for sponsoring this show! \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/sights-and-sounds-of-a-homestyle-christmas-back-at-the-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T220000
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SUMMARY:Nightmarish event returns Oct. 19\, 20\, 21 to Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Your nightmare returns to crypt of former Lewiston church for three nights in October  \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center returns its Fright Nights with walks through its crypt on Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday\, October 19\, 20\, and 21.   \nThe crypt will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event. During daytime hours\, the walk will provide less of a scare than the nightly walk.   \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor walk.  \n“Returning this year to our Fright Night walks will be the scariest parts of last year’s event\, the stuff that had visitors screaming as they left\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations. “We’ve upgraded and added more features this year.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.    \nDaytime tickets (noon to 5 p.m.) in advance: $10 or at the door $15. \nNighttime tickets (6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.) in advance: $15 or at the door $20. \nSupport for this concert comes from Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest. \nWatch a YouTube video from last year’s Fright Night here: https://youtu.be/NMSigpkwuGE 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/nightmarish-event-returns-oct-19-20-21-to-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T183000
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SUMMARY:Baked Bean Supper Oct. 14
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host a baked bean supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 14 in its Heritage Hall. \nChef John Pulsifer has provided the menu which typically includes \n• Boston Baked Pea Beans\n• New England Baked Red Kidney Beans\n• Baked Lasagna\n• Cole Slaw\n• Steamed Kayem Red Hot Dogs\n• Steamed B & M Brown Bread or Fresh Baked Biscuits\n• Coffee\, Tea\, Lemonade\n• Fresh Baked Homemade Desserts to include: Apple Crisp\, Assorted Fruit Pies\, Pumpkin Pie\, Cream Pies\, and Cakes: Carrot\, Chocolate\, Gold \nThe Franco Center provides access to Franco-American traditions such as meetups for conversational French speakers\, La Rencontre luncheons with entertainment\, concerts by Franco-American performers\, and food such as bean suppers and tourtière pies. \nTickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12-and-under. \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS \nScroll through other events at the Franco Center here: EVENTS.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/baked-bean-supper-oct-14/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20230716T174019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T174019Z
UID:12905-1694350800-1694359800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:MSO musicians & friends to perform at Franco Center Sept. 10
DESCRIPTION:Photo Caption: Members of MSO and Friends of the Franco Center will perform in a fundraising concert at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Sept. 10. Tickets can be purchased at www.francocenter.org/shows and 207-689-2000. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston.  \nMusicians band together to create fundraising concert for Franco Center Sept. 10  \nLEWISTON– Musicians who support the Franco Center’s mission work and the performing arts in general\, got together to create a fundraiser concert for all the positive things the Franco Center brings to the community. The Members of Midcoast Symphony Orchestra and Friends of the Franco Center fundraising concert will be at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Sept. 10.  \nTickets are free for 17-under accompanied by an adult. Advance tickets for adults are $20 and $25 at the door day of show.  \nDoors and cash bar open at 1 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in person between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesday\, at www.francocenter.org\, and 207-689-2000.  \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. It is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building. Parking is in the mill lot across the street.  \nLINK TO SCROLL THROUGH ALL SHOWS AND BUY TICKETS: CLICK HERE \nCLICK HERE for this concert’s tickets. \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/friends-of-franco-center-fundraising-concert-sept-10/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20230405T174832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T174832Z
UID:12610-1682186400-1682200800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Maine’s Got Talent at the Franco Center April 22
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nEight incredible musical acts compete for cash prizes in this dynamic live competition and 9th annual fundraiser\, featuring three celebrity judges\, glitz\, glam\, laughs and a whole lot of music. \nPre-show reception 6pm – Live music\, cash bar\, hor d’oeuvres \nShow 7pm – Live performances \nAll proceeds benefit Sandcastle Clinical & Educational Services and LA Hearing Center \nTICKETS \nMaine’s Got Talent is a dynamic musical competition featuring 8 performing artists competing for cash prizes. 50% of the vote comes from the audience and the other 50% from celebrity judges: Tom Doucette\, former MGT performer; Joe Philippon\, Lewiston Police Dept.; Celeste\, WBLM’s Morning Show. The host for the evening is Molly McGill. \nThe Maine’s Got Talent  fundraising event\, is open to all performing artists who live or work in Maine\, including out-of-state students attending Maine schools. Cash prizes are awarded to the top three acts the night of the event.  The prizes are as follows:  First Place:  $750.00\, Second Place:  $500.00\, Third Place:  $250.00. All proceeds from Maine’s Got Talent  benefit Sandcastle Clinical & Educational Services and LA Hearing Center. \nThis Year’s Performers are:\nAnna Van\nAshley Gurney\nEmily and the Zealous\nHolly McCauley\nJessi and the Cruisers\nKitty and  JT\nMahogany Walton\nUnique Unknown \nVisit Sandcastle at this LINK
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maines-got-talent-at-the-franco-center-april-22/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Music,Performance,Renter
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221028
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20220726T183005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T183005Z
UID:11781-1666828800-1666915199@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.   \nTICKETS  AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20220726T182850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T182850Z
UID:11779-1666742400-1666828799@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 26\, 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.   \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-26-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221026
DTSTAMP:20260422T134702
CREATED:20220726T182718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T182718Z
UID:11775-1666656000-1666742399@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Fright Night Oct. 25\, 26\, 27
DESCRIPTION:Franco Center to provide scares with its Halloween-themed Fright Nights  \nLEWISTON—As a chilly fog settles along the riverfront in Lewiston-Auburn\, and a cool breeze rustles through the remaining foliage\, the Franco Center will open its crypt for Fright Night on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, and Thursday\, Oct. 25\, 26\, and 27.  \nThe maze will be open from noon to 5 p.m. each day of the event for $6 per person. During this time\, the maze will provide less of a scare than the nightly maze.  \nEach night of the event\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. dozens of trained and costumed actors will play the parts of ghoulish and scary characters in the indoor maze. The cost will be $10 per person.  \n“These actors\, who we call our scream team\, will provide nightly entertainment while also watching to keep people safe and moving along\,” said Franco Center Production Manager Jake Hodgkin. He described the special lighting and sound effects that will accompany the creepy decorations as being worthy of the price of admission. “Thrill seekers will have to maneuver through twists and turns to get out of the maze. Prepared to be scared.”  \nTickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at our box office between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.   \nTICKETS AVAILABLE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/scary-halloween-walk-oct-25-26-27/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134703
CREATED:20220613T154503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T154503Z
UID:11682-1656610200-1656622800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Dance Lessons at the Franco on June 30
DESCRIPTION:Dance Lessons \nBefore we start our new Thursday Night Live events in July\, learn to line dance with the staff at the Franco Entertainment Center on the Riverfront in Lewiston on Thursday\, June 30.  \nOur very own production manager\, Jake Hodgkin\, will show us how to do the moves for the most popular line dances including Cotton Eye Joe\, the Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie.  \n \n  \nDoors open at 5:30 p.m.; happy hour is from 6 to 7 p.m.; and dancing is from 7 to 9 p.m. A $5 admission fee will be charged at the door or buy your tickets online at www.francocenter.org or by phone at 207-689-2000. The Franco Center is located at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront at 46 Cedar St. The building is handicap accessible.  
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-at-the-franco-on-june-30/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134703
CREATED:20220613T144016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T144016Z
UID:11673-1655400600-1655413200@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Dance Lessons at the Franco
DESCRIPTION:Dance Lessons \nBefore we start our new Thursday Night Live events in July\, learn to line dance with the staff at the Franco Entertainment Center on the Riverfront in Lewiston on Thursday nights\, June 16 and 30. Our very own production manager\, Jake Hodgkin\, will show us how to do the moves for the most popular line dances including Cotton Eye Joe\, the Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; happy hour is from 6 to 7 p.m.; and dancing is from 7 to 9 p.m. A $5 admission fee will be charged at the door or buy your tickets online at www.francocenter.org or by phone at 207-689-2000. The Franco Center is located at the entrance to Lewiston’s Riverfront at 46 Cedar St. The building is handicap accessible.   \nNEW! We will be selling pizza slices and cookies.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-at-the-franco/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134703
CREATED:20220429T202645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T202645Z
UID:11586-1653591600-1653602400@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Make-A-Wish Fundraiser May 26 at the Franco
DESCRIPTION:An Uncle Andy’s Digest fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Maine from 7-10 p.m. Thursday\, May 26\, 2022\, at the Franco Center will feature pianist and vocalist Carl Testa. Doors and cash bar open an hour earlier. Advance tickets are $20 and are sold through eventbrite. Tickets at the door will be $25.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/make-a-wish-fundraiser-may-26-at-the-franco/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220224T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T134703
CREATED:20220202T173510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220202T173510Z
UID:11218-1645729200-1645740000@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Night Out for Jimbo
DESCRIPTION:A Night Out for Jimbo\nJimbo Marston\, the publisher of Uncle Andy’s Digest and LA Metro Magazine\, is currently battling his third bout with cancer. After battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma 20 years ago\, and Squamous Cell Carcinoma in 2021\, the cancer has now metastasized to his lungs. Jimbo’s treatment will cost $50\,000 — not covered by insurance. Jimbo has been a pillar of the community for more than 20 years\, and has been involved in several local organizations\, including Make-A-Wish Maine\, raising almost half-a-million dollars for critically ill children through the Summer Block Party. \nLet’s Help Jimbo Kick Cancer!\nThursday\, Feb. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m.\nat the Gendron Franco Center \n46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston \n$50 person or $100/couple \nTicket includes appetizers and live entertainment. Cash bar also available. \nWith music from Tattooed Lies. \nFor tickets: CLICK HERE\nTo donate: gofund.me/999e22cf\nSponsors: Gendron Franco Center\, Mac’s Grill\, Dad’s Place \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/night-out-for-jimbo/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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