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SUMMARY:April 9 Windham Chamber Singers
DESCRIPTION:Windham Chamber SingersSpring TourWednesday\, April 97:00 p\,mFranco Center46 Cedar StreetLewiston\, METickets $15 adults; $10 students TICKETS at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=272482
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/april-9-windham-chamber-singers/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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SUMMARY:Maine's Got Talent May 3\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Save The Date!!\nMaine’s Got Talent is back again! — with Andwell Therapy & Early Learning Services at Franco Center.\nMay 3\, 2025- for a show you won’t want to miss!\n\n\n\nStarting with live music and free appetizers.\n\nFollowed by 8 live performances from incredibly talented local musicians!\n\nSupport the talent; Support the work we do with families in your communities!\n\n\nAll proceeds from Maine’s Got Talent support Andwell’s pediatric programs and services.Maine’s Got Talent 2025 at https://MGT2025.eventbrite.com\n#SaveTheDate #MainesGotTalent #ExcitingTimes #mainecommunitybank
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maines-got-talent-may-3-2025/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T210000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Season Finale May 10 and 11
DESCRIPTION:Information from our renter on July 24\, 2024: \nA Showcase of Americana\nSaturday\, May 10\n7:00 pm \n\n\nSunday\, May 11\n2:00 pm \nYou will want to be present for this showcase of music from the Americana genre. \nTICKETS https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=245483
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-season-finale-may-10-and-11/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Season Finale May 11
DESCRIPTION:Information from our renter on July 24\, 2024: \n\n\nA Showcase of Americana\nSunday\, May 11\n2:00 pm \nYou will want to be present for this showcase of music from the Americana genre. \nTICKETS https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=245483
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-season-finale-may-11/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T210000
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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra May 17
DESCRIPTION:Information from our renter on July 24\, 2024: \nMidcoast Symphony Orchestra May 17 \nThe orchestra plays four regular concerts each season at the Franco Center in Lewiston. \nA community-based organization\, the orchestra draws players and audiences from south of Portland to Rockland along the coast\, and inland from Augusta to the Lewiston-Auburn area. Its members all volunteer their time to practice and perform with the Midcoast Symphony. \nThe group has expanded in size and capability under the leadership of Rohan Smith\, Conductor and Music Director since 2003-2004. As its reputation grows\, the orchestra attracts ever more professional-caliber musicians and award-winning guest artists. \nTicket Info:\n\nMSO tickets are paperless. Buy them in advance up to 24 hours before each concert\, either online or via the Box Office. Check-in (“will call”) is in the lobby before the concert.\nAll concerts are general admission (no reserved seats.) Concerts are about 2 hours in length\, including intermission.\nBuying tickets at the door? Doors open at 6:15 pm for Saturday performances\, and 1:15 for Sunday performances. Cash\, checks and credit cards accepted.\n\n\nBuy Tickets\nPurchase By Phone through the Box Office: \nPlease leave a message at (207) 481-0790 and we’ll call you back. \nPurchase Online: \nTickets for MSO’s 2024/25 concerts will be available shortly for the season which begins in October. \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/midcoast-symphony-orchestra-may-17/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:A Night of Storytelling: Decarceration and Recovery\nFriday\, Nov. 7 \nDoors open at 7pm. Event starts at 7:15pm. \nSensitivity Warning: The performance discusses mature topics and includes adult language that may not be suitable for all audiences. \nJoin us for an enriching evening of social justice storytelling presented by Freedom & Captivity and Points North Institute! \nI. It’s Hard to Talk About: Stories of Incarceration in Maine\nA performance of true stories from the state’s first archive dedicated to the experiences\, insights\, and knowledge of Maine’s incarcerated and formerly incarcerated community members. \nPresented by the Freedom & Captivity Initiative\, It’s Hard to Talk About… features five justice-impacted cast members sharing narratives that bridge the gap between those on the “inside” and “outside” and challenge oversimplified public narratives about crime and punishment by highlighting paths of transformation and growth. \nII. Recovery in Maine: Wabanaki Voices\nCommunity\, song\, language\, and tradition act as powerful forms of healing in this short film that centers Wabanaki approaches to recovery in Maine. This film is the seventh installment in the Recovery in Maine series from Points North Institute. \nThe FREE event includes one 45-minute theater performance and one 15-minute short film\, followed by a 30-minute Q&A and community conversation. \nFreedom & Captivity\, a collaborative public humanities initiative\, has announced an upcoming tour of its latest storytelling project\, It’s Hard to Talk About: Stories of Incarceration in Maine. The performance chronicles the stories of Mainers impacted by the state’s criminal legal system and will be presented at eight locations across the state this fall.\nAwarded an ACLS Digital Justice Grant last year\, It’s Hard to Talk About… features a cast of five justice-impacted individuals who will share stories from currently and previously incarcerated individuals\, their friends and families\, and other people impacted by incarceration. The performance seeks to bridge the gap between those on the “inside” and “outside\,” challenging public narratives about crime and punishment by highlighting paths of transformation and growth. Each performance is free to attend and followed by a 30-minute Q&A and community conversation.\nSamuel James\, a writer\, musician\, and podcaster whose work often explores themes of history\, culture\, and social justice\, consulted on the project. He shared: “It’s been an incredible honor to witness the creation of such a consequential work. Wherever audiences experience this performance\, they will leave having found where courage meets reality\, humor meets honesty and vulnerability meets hope.” Linda Small\, a cast member and part of the curation team\, emphasized how the work balances empathy with urgency. “Now more than ever\, storytelling is a form of public humanities activism and shifts the conversation from punishment toward abolition\, healing\, and accountability\,” she said. \nFor more information\, visit https://www.freedom-captivity.org/performance
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/social-justice-storytelling/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Dec. 13
DESCRIPTION:Beneath the Winter Stars \nSaturday\, December 13 at 7:00 pm \nTickets: \nhttps://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293002
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-dec-13/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society Dec. 14
DESCRIPTION:Beneath the Winter Stars \nSunday\, December 14 at 2:00 pm \nhttps://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293002 \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-dec-14/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T190000
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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra's concert #2
DESCRIPTION:Concert II: January 2026\n \n\nMyths and Magic\nRohan Smith\, Conductor \nProgram: \nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Magic Flute Overture \nJean Sibelius: Swan of Tuonela \nTan Dun:  Passacaglia: Secret of Wind and Birds \nEngelbert Humperdinck: Hansel and Gretel Overture \nPaul Dukas: Sorcerer’s Apprentice \nHoward Shore: Selections from “Lord of the Rings” \nRead about the music \nPerformances: \nSaturday\, January 17\, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. – Franco Center in Lewiston \nGet concert tickets \nBuy a Short Season subscription
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/14857/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T170000
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SUMMARY:High 95 Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:High 95 Awards & Celebration Brings Night of Music\, Networking\, and Recognition to the Franco Center  \nLewiston\, ME — The Franco Center will host the High 95 Awards & Celebration on Saturday\, January 31\, 2026\, from 5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.\, welcoming guests for an evening of community\, connection\, and celebration.  \nDoors open at 5:00 p.m. for a pre-event networking session featuring music by DJ Green Lion Crew and special guests. The Awards Ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m.\, recognizing outstanding contributors within the community. Festivities continue at 8:00 p.m. with an after-party and live entertainment\, with special guest announcements still to come. The event concludes at 11:30 p.m. (schedule subject to change).  \nThe evening will be hosted by comedian Ian Stuart alongside the well-known personality Ashlee “The Beer Mama\,” promising a lively and engaging program.  \nThe High 95 Awards & Celebration is presented by High 95\, Nova Analytics\, and Northern Lights Smoke Shop\, in collaboration with a wide range of Maine growers and community partners.  \n“Join us for a night of celebration\, networking\, live music\, and recognition\,” organizers shared. “It’s been a long year\, and you deserve some fun.”  \nEvent Details:\n 📍 Franco Center\, Lewiston\, Maine\n 📅 Saturday\, January 31\, 2026\n 🕔 Doors: 5:00 p.m.\n 🎤 Awards: 7:00 p.m.\n 🎉 After Party: 8:00 p.m.\n ⏰ Event ends: 11:30 p.m.  \nMore details and guest announcements are expected soon.  \nThe Franco Center is handicap accessible through its elevator entrance on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building. Parking is in the mill lot on Oxford Street. The venue is at 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/high-95-awards-2026/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T190000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society: We Are Phoenix  -- March concerts
DESCRIPTION:Maine Music Society’s March concert will feature the Maine premiere of We Are Phoenix by Minnesota composer\, Timothy C. Takach. \nAccompanied by chamber orchestra and piano\, this multi-movement work illuminates the analogy between humans and our planet: we both suffer loss and devastation and yet rise again and again\, becoming stronger each time. \nConcert III – Echoes of the Earth\nSaturday\, March 7\, 2026 @ 7:00 pm\nSunday\, March 8\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm \nTickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293003 \nFranco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston\, in “Little Canada”
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-we-are-phoenix-march-concerts/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society: We Are Phoenix -- March concerts
DESCRIPTION:Maine Music Society’s March concert will feature the Maine premiere of We Are Phoenix by Minnesota composer\, Timothy C. Takach. \nAccompanied by chamber orchestra and piano\, this multi-movement work illuminates the analogy between humans and our planet: we both suffer loss and devastation and yet rise again and again\, becoming stronger each time. \nConcert III – Echoes of the Earth\nSunday\, March 8\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm \nTickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293003 \nFranco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston\, in “Little Canada”
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-we-are-phoenix-march-concerts-2/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T210000
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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra March 21
DESCRIPTION:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra’s next concert at the Franco Center\nAmbition and Destiny\nJinwook Park\, Guest Conductor\nSaturday\, March 21\, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. \nProgram:\nCarl Maria von Weber: “Oberon” Overture \nLudwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4 — featuring Morgan Lee\, piano soloist \nPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 4 \nRead about the music \nGet concert tickets
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/midcoast-symphony-orchestra-march-21/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T210000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society concert May 9 and 10
DESCRIPTION:Concert IV – Reflections on Water\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 9\, 2026 @ 7:00 pm\nSunday\, May 10\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Maine Music Society’s May concert flows through the currents of history\, tradition\, and popular culture—all inspired by one powerful force: water. From the crashing waves of the open sea to the quiet lapping of a lakeshore\, water has long stirred the imagination of songwriters and sailors alike. \nThe program will span centuries and genres\, from rousing sea shanties that once echoed across tall ships\, to haunting maritime folk ballads\, and even to modern pop hits that explore water’s symbolism\, beauty\, and mystery. \nTICKETS: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293004 \nAdults  $27 \nSeniors (65+) $25 \nStudents $6 (13+) \nChildren 12 & under free \nPrice includes all fees.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-concert-may-9-and-10/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000
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SUMMARY:Maine Music Society concert May 10
DESCRIPTION:Concert IV – Reflections on Water\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, May 10\, 2026 @ 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Maine Music Society’s May concert flows through the currents of history\, tradition\, and popular culture—all inspired by one powerful force: water. From the crashing waves of the open sea to the quiet lapping of a lakeshore\, water has long stirred the imagination of songwriters and sailors alike. \nThe program will span centuries and genres\, from rousing sea shanties that once echoed across tall ships\, to haunting maritime folk ballads\, and even to modern pop hits that explore water’s symbolism\, beauty\, and mystery. \nTICKETS: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=293004 \nAdults  $27 \nSeniors (65+) $25 \nStudents $6 (13+) \nChildren 12 & under free \nPrice includes all fees.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-concert-may-10/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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