Diverse cultures, performing arts, and languages come together at the Franco Center during La Rencontre (the gathering). Traditionally, in Franco culture, big celebratory meals included live music provided by members…

In collaboration with the Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine, the Franco Center's La Rencontre will celebrate Saint-Jean-Baptiste day on Tuesday, June 24, with dinner and dancing. The…

Thursday, Oct. 30 Doors open at 10:30am Lunch starts at 11:30am $17 per person. Must RSVP by Oct. 23 https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=298063 Join us for a festive Halloween-themed La Rencontre luncheon! Enjoy…

Thursday, Dec. 11 Doors 10:30am Lunch 11:30am $17 RSVP by Dec. 4. https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=298063 Celebrate the season with a festive holiday lunch filled with joy, music, and community spirit! Pianist Chiaru…

THURSDAY, March 12 Doors 10:30am Lunch 11:30am https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=298063 Students of L’Ecole Française will delight La Rencontre luncheon guests with a lively spring musical performed in both French and English at…

WEDNESDAY, June 24 Doors & Cash Bar 5pm Event 6pm Celebrate St. Jean Baptiste Day with music, food, and community spirit at this festive gathering! Honoring French-Canadian heritage, the event…