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SUMMARY:Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest featuring Rodney Norman
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON-AUBURN – 105.5 WIGY presents night three of the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest at 7pm on Friday\, Nov. 10 at the Franco Center in Lewiston.The evening will feature a variety of stand-ups\, headlined by comedian\, philosopher\, and joy sparker Rodney Norman.The Purveyor of Positivity won the 2008 Rhode Island Comedy Festival\, was featured in the Boston Comedy Festival\, and has recorded multiple Dry Bar Comedy specials.Rodney’s social media followers and feedback are measured in the millions. His catchphrases including “Have a Super Awesome Day”\, “Go Be Weird”\, and “Enjoy Your Stupid Life” are proudly repeated and displayed by his ever-growing fanbase. Rodney is more than an entertainer\, he is an experience.The night will also feature a stand-up showcase and The Tightest Five semifinals.The show is for ages 18-and-older. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. They may be purchased at FrancoCenter.org. The Franco Center is located at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston.Bricks & Bridges has partnered with Lewiston-based Greater Androscoggin Humane Society and will collect supply and monetary donations at each show to benefit the shelter\, which promotes a safe and humane life for all animals.For more information about the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest\, visit bricksandbridges.me\, call 207-513-0742\, or e-mail maineeventcomedy@gmail.com. \n\n  \nhttps://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=194634
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bricks-bridges-comedy-fest-featuring-rodney-norman/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest featuring The Tightest Five
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON-AUBURN – 105.5 WIGY presents night two of the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest at 7pm on Thursday\, Nov. 9 at the Franco Center in Lewiston.The evening will feature the preliminary round of the Tightest Five contest and special guest comedians.Any stand-up comedian will tell you they have a tight five minutes\, but who has The Tightest Five?Twelve of New England’s rising comedy stars will deliver their best five-minute set in hopes of advancing to the semifinals. An opening and closing comedian will bookend the show.The semifinal round will take place on Friday\, Nov. 10\, and the finals on Saturday\, Nov. 11.The winner will receive a televised stand-up set on The Nite Show with Danny Cashman\, a weekly half-hour late-night talk show that airs Saturday nights throughout Maine. The show is based on the formats made famous by Johnny Carson\, David Letterman\, and Conan O’Brien.The show is for ages 18-and-older. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. They may be purchased at FrancoCenter.org. The Franco Center is located at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston.Bricks & Bridges has partnered with Lewiston-based Greater Androscoggin Humane Society and will collect supply and monetary donations at each show to benefit the shelter\, which promotes a safe and humane life for all animals.For more information about the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest\, visit bricksandbridges.me\, call 207-513-0742\, or e-mail maineeventcomedy@gmail.com.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bricks-bridges-comedy-fest-featuring-the-tightest-five/
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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SUMMARY:Dance lessons with Jake in the morning
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Nov. 8 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nNov. 15\, Dec. 20.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-with-jake-in-the-morning-5/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T160000
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SUMMARY:Fiddle-icious afternoon concert now Nov. 5 at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: The toe-tapping music of Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra will be heard in an afternoon concert at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Nov. 5\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. Special guests include Erica Brown and Matt Shipman; and Rossby\, Elsie and Oliver Arnott. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org/shows. Submitted photo.  \nFiddle-icious afternoon concert postponed until Nov. 5 at the Franco Center  \nLEWISTON–The Franco Center will present the trademark toe-tapping music of Fiddle-icious at 2 p.m. Sunday\, Nov. 5. The decision to delay the concert by one week came about due to the tragic shootings that have deeply affected the community. \nFiddle-icious is a community-based orchestra whose members are determined to preserve the cultural heritage of Maine’s traditional fiddle music\, dances\, and songs passed down from Scottish\, Irish\, Quebecois\, and Acadian ancestors.   \nThe members of Fiddle-icious are part of a larger fellowship that strives to bring joy and purpose to all who participate—all while keeping the musical tradition alive and thriving. The orchestra is directed by master fiddler Don Roy and accompanied by Cindy Roy on piano.  \nSpecial guests for this concert include Matt and Erica Brown Shipman\, and the sibling act of Rossby\, Elsie\, and Oliver Arnott.  \nThe audience will hear fiddles\, guitars\, flutes\, banjos\, tin whistles\, accordions\, cellos\, violas\, mandolins\, harps\, stand-up bass and other instruments. The orchestra’s music is scored for beginner to advanced players\, creating a full\, rich sound.  \nRoy and his wife\, Cindy grew up in French-Canadian families where music was an integral part of their lives. Fiddle-icious grew out of their desire to share their knowledge with others\, foster community through music and keep their musical heritage alive.  \nIn a social media post\, Fiddle-icious stated that the 2023 season is: “Our first concert series since 2019 and we can’t wait to see all your smiling faces!”  \nTo learn more about the group\, view the 2009 documentary short\, “Fiddle-icious – Community of Music\,” produced by the Salt Institute\, by logging on to www.fiddleicious.com.  \nTickets 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.   \nBOX OFFICE TICKETS. \nTickets in advance:  \nTier 1 at $25 and Tier 2 at $20.  \nTickets at the door:  \nTier 1 at $30 and Tier 2 at $25.  \nDoors and cash bar open at 1 p.m. Concert is at 2 p.m. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston.   \n“Taste the Music” Volume 17\, the 2023 Music Series by Fiddle-icious music CDs will be available for purchase at the concert.   \nAlthough the shelter-in-place order has been lifted in most areas\, we have decided to postpone the Sunday\, Oct 29 performance of Fiddle-icious to the following Sunday\, November 5. \nPatrons who have purchased tickets may still use their tickets for the new date.  If you are unable to attend on November 5\, you may either request a gift certificate to be used towards another Franco Center performance\, request a refund\, or request that it be re-assigned as a donation to the Franco Center.  Requests to change the tickets to another event\, for a gift certificate or for a refund need to be made by Thursday\, November 2. \nYou can reach Susan at 207-689-2000 or by email at boxoffice@francocenter.org or reach out to Penny at 207-514-7477 or pdrumm@francocenter.org \nHandicap access is on the Lincoln Street Alley side of the building. Parking is in the mill lot across the street. Additional parking\, should the mill lot be full\, is in the city-owned Lincoln St. Lot on the corner of Lincoln and Oxford streets; in the parking garage at the corner of Lincoln and Chestnut streets; and in the Lincoln St. Lot across from F.X. Marcotte. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/fiddle-icious-afternoon-concert-oct-29-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Blends at the Franco Center Nov. 4
DESCRIPTION:Concert I\nBattle of the Blends XXVIII\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 4\n7:00 pm \nWith MMS’s own Artistic Director\, Dr. Richard Nickerson\, as emcee\, this perpetual audience favorite will feature six spectacular groups raising their voices in exuberant renditions of jazz\, barbershop\, rock’n’roll\, spiritual and Renaissance vocal music. \nJoin us for this ever-popular a cappella experience with something for all ages and music preferences. \nTICKETS CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nSeason Events – Maine Music Society
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/battle-of-the-blends-at-the-franco-center-nov-4/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T130000
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SUMMARY:Mary Morton Cowan to present book talk at Franco Center Nov. 1
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON—Award-winning author Mary Morton Cowan will speak about her family history that inspired her new book\, “Trouble in Nathan’s Woods\,” set during World War I at a New Hampshire lumber camp. The free presentation is part of the Books & Stories program and will take place at noon Wednesday\, Nov. 1\, at the Franco Center.  \n \nCowan is a member of the Morton family that owned the Paris Manufacturing Company in South Paris. PMC is known for manufacturing wooden chairs\, skis and sleds. The family operated a lumber camp in Crystal\, N.H.\, near the Canadian border\, which supplied wood for PMC. Morton’s presentation will include photos of the camp from the early and mid-20th century\, including one of the lumbermen’s bunkhouse.  \nCowan’s father spent his early childhood living in the camp. Cowan’s fictionalized story is based on her father’s and aunt’s memories. World War I raged in Europe while enemy spies lurked in New Hampshire\, causing trouble in the woods.  \nCowan will speak about why she wrote the book\, and she will share vintage photos of the actual logging operation\, taken by her grandfather\, Clarence G. Morton.  \nAlthough the story takes place in a New Hampshire logging camp\, similar events could be experienced at any New England camp. \nThis event is free and open to the public.  \nIt is suggested that participants buy the featured book or any of the author’s books ahead of the presentation and bring them to be signed by the author.  \nThe 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.  \nThe Books & Stories program at the Franco Center has been funded in part by the Maine Humanities Council and Maine Arts Commission.  \n  \n  \nPHOTO CAPTIONS:  \n#1: Mary Morton Cowan\, 2018. Submitted photo   \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n#2: The lumbermen’s bunkhouse at the logging camp in New Hampshire. Submitted photo.  \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/mary-morton-cowan-to-present-book-talk-at-franco-center-nov-1/
CATEGORIES:Books & Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T190000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Midcoast Symphony Orchestra's 'Soulful Expressions' concert Oct. 28
DESCRIPTION:Due to the tragedy affecting the community\, the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra will not be performing Saturday\, Oct. 28 at the Franco Center. Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe.\nAn important letter from the MSO President:\nDear MSO supporters – \nThis has truly been a week like no other we have ever experienced in Maine. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lewiston community and especially those families who have been impacted by the senseless violence on Wednesday night. \nAs you can imagine\, the board of the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra have had some difficult conversations\, and have had to make some difficult decisions. \nThe MSO board met yesterday evening and discussed how best to proceed with Leonard Bernstein’s vision of making more music in the face of violence\, and yet making sure that our top priority is the safety of our musician family and our audiences. Given all that has happened over the past few days\, we have determined that it would be in everyone’s best interest to cancel our concert at the Franco Center on Saturday night. \nTicket holders for that concert (including subscribers) have several options for how to proceed and will receive an email with more information shortly. \nAt this time\, the Board has not yet made a decision about Sunday’s show at Orion. As you know\, the suspect is still at large\, so we have to wait and hope for some closure on this horrific episode before much longer. We expect to make a decision about the disposition of the Sunday matinee performance by 5pm on Saturday. \nShould you have any questions about our plans\, please feel free to call the MSO office at (207) 315-1712 or email info@midcoastsymphony.org. \nIn the meantime\, stay safe. Hug your loved ones even tighter than I know you already do. We will be making music again soon\, hopefully as soon as Sunday. \nMusically yours\, \nTim Kenlan\, MSO Board President \nSoulful Expressions\nRohan Smith\, Conductor \nProgram: \nWilliam Grant Still: Aspiration: Lento\, con risoluzione (from Symphony No.1) \nLudwig van Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3 \n— featuring Anastasia Antonacos\, pianist \nDimitri Shostakovich:  Symphony No. 5 \nConcerts – Midcoast Symphony Orchestra: \nPerformances: \nSaturday\, October 28\, 2023 – 7:00 p.m. – Franco Center in Lewiston \nConcert length approximately 2 hours including intermission. \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/midcoast-symphony-orchestras-soulful-expressions-concert-oct-28/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T100000
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SUMMARY:Dance lessons with Jake in the morning
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Oct. 25 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nNov. 1\, 8\, 15\, Dec. 20.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-with-jake-in-the-morning-3/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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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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SUMMARY:DUO MUNDI GEORGE & GULI Piano Series Program Oct. 15
DESCRIPTION:SUMMARY: Duo Mundi George & Guli present a two-piano program at 3 p.m. Sunday\, Oct. 15\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street. Students 21 and under admitted at no charge. Adult tickets are $20. Call the box office at 207-689-2000. (Photo credit: Karen Bourdier) BUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE\n\n\nThe two-piano team DUO MUNDI GEORGE & GULI will appear at the Franco-American Heritage Center in Lewiston on Sunday\, October 15. Beginning at 3 p.m.\, this Piano Series program features concert artists and teachers George Lopez and Gulimina Mahamuti.\n\nFranco Center fans\, familiar with George Lopez’s solo Piano Series recitals and concerto performances with the Midcoast Symphony Orchestra\, will be thrilled to witness his collaboration with pianist Gulimina Mahamuti in an exciting and innovative program of music for one-piano four hands and two-pianos four hands. Their October 15 program will include “Night” by Fazil Say\, the phenomenal Turkish pianist and composer\, and a four-hands arrangement of Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring.”\n\nSince its inception in 2018\, the DUO MUNDI team of GEORGE & GULI has performed to great acclaim in venues across the United States\, as well as in Mexico and Europe. In June 2024\, they return to China to complete a tour interrupted by the pandemic. Highly experienced as artists and teachers\, they have performed and given master classes\, as well as developed workshops and lectures for audiences on several continents\, presenting their innovative\, diverse\, and intimate programming style. (Visit their webpages: https://www.gulimina.com/duomundi.html and  https://www.youtube.com/@duomundigeorgeguli9739.)\n\nBoth DUO MUNDI artists are known and respected for their solo performances and teaching.\n\nGeorge Lopez\, the Beckwith Artist-in-Residence at Bowdoin College\, where he also conducts the college orchestra\, has been a dynamic performer and much-sought-after teacher and lecturer for over 30 years\, and has performed solo recitals and concertos to critical acclaim in major American cities\, as well as in Europe\, Cuba\, and South America. His “Music in the Museum” series at Bowdoin consistently sells out to audiences who enjoy his engaging lecture-recitals.\n\nInternationally acclaimed Chinese-American pianist\, Gulimina Mahamuti\, the first Uyghur from China to receive a Doctorate of Musical Arts in Piano Performance\, enjoys an active career\, performing and teaching in North America\, Europe\, and China\, where she has appeared on television and has been featured in the press. Before moving to Maine in 2018\, she was an Assistant Professor of Music at Ohio Wesleyan University. Ms. Mahamuti is the immediate Past President of the Maine Music Teachers Association and serves on the Music Teachers National Association’s DEI Committee.\n\n\nAdmission is $20 for adults; no charge for students 21 and under. Doors open at 2 p.m. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. and is handicap accessible. Visit or call the box office at 207-689-2000 or go to FrancoCenter.org/shows. Box office hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\, Tuesdays and Wednesdays\, and one hour before events. \n\n\nBUY TICKETS ONLINE HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/george-sebastian-lopez-to-open-piano-series-oct-15-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Piano Series
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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:20231013T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T213000
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SUMMARY:James Taylor tribute artist coming October 13 to Franco Center 
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: Bill Griese will bring the sounds of his Sweet Baby James tribute music to the Franco Center Oct. 13. The venue is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org/shows.  \nJames Taylor tribute artist coming October 13 to Franco Center  \nLEWISTON—Known as “America’s #1 James Taylor tribute artist\,” Bill Griese will perform his acclaimed Sweet Baby James show at 7 p.m. Friday\, Oct. 13\, at the Franco Center. “Join other James Taylor fans for the timeless music of the six-time Grammy winner\, with a performance that needs to be heard\,” said Jake Hodgkin\, Franco Center production manager.  \nNot your typical tribute band fare\, Griese brings the songs and stories of Taylor in a refreshingly authentic way\, using only his spot-on vocals and skillful guitar playing. It’s a natural and respectful homage to an American original. Whether you’re a lifelong or casual JT fan\, this show is one not-to-miss\, said Hodgkin.  \nAudience reviews include: “Close my eyes and it’s JT\,” “The next best thing to James himself\,” and “Like having James Taylor in your living room!” Walking Man Productions presents the ultimate James Taylor experience\, with favorites like “Fire & Rain\,” “You’ve Got a Friend\,” “Shower the People\,” “How Sweet It Is\,” “Steamroller\,” and more\, at the Franco Center. Included in the show are hidden gems for a truly Taylor-made show honoring one of America’s greatest troubadours.   \nSupport for this concert comes from Maple Way Dental Care\, Bennett Radio Group\, Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, and Uncle Andy’s Digest\, according to Franco Center staff.  \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows 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.   \nTier 1 tickets in advance are $30 and at the door: $35.  \nTier 2 tickets in advance are $25 and at the door: $30.  \nWatch and listen to Sweet Baby James musical videos on Griese’s website at https://sweetbabyjamesofficial.com/videos  \nThe 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.  \nLINK TO BUY TICKETS FOR THIS SHOW: CLICK HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/james-taylor-tribute-artist-coming-october-13-to-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Dance lessons with Jake in the morning
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Oct. 11 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nOct. 25\, Nov. 1\, 8\, 15\, Dec. 20.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-with-jake-in-the-morning-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Runnin’ Down a Dream Tom Petty tribute band returning Oct. 7 to Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON– The Franco Center has announced that Runnin’ Down a Dream: The Tom Petty Tribute Band will return to its stage at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 7\, 2023. For over 40 years\, Tom Petty created timeless classics with the Heartbreakers\, Mudcrutch\, The Traveling Wilburys\, and released solo albums until his unfortunate death in 2017. “Our show faithfully replicates the style and feel of a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers concert\, allowing the audience to experience the music of this extraordinary artist\,” said Roger Howard\, tribute band spokesperson.  \nThis Maine-based band includes members Mike Boucher on lead vocals and guitar; Harry Coddington on lead guitar; Roger Howard on drums; Marty Mclellan on guitar and vocals; and Steve Brown on keyboard and vocals. When five veteran musicians from Maine\, with local and national experience\, play Petty’s music together\, the feeling\, meaning\, and very soul of these songs are undeniable.   \nRoger said\, “Our first performance last year at the  Franco center in Lewiston was magical. Playing  to the enthusiastic audience at the beautifully restored former church made it a really special night for us. We’ll be back for our encore performance on October 7th with some new songs and a whole assortment of Tom Petty’s classics!” Roger started taking drum lessons at age 12 and joined his first garage band at 16. From there he went on to play in an assortment of bands in five states. His wide variety of musical styles include blues\, country\, alternative\, rock\, and rhythm and blues. Playing in Runnin’ Down A Dream is the culmination of everything Roger has learned and experienced over many decades in his extensive musical career.       \nMike Boucher started playing Tom Petty songs in his high school cover band. During the 1990s\, Boucher began to focus his talents on song writing and has continued to sing and play his music for audiences on the East and West coasts.   \nIn 2007\, Boucher called on Harry Coddington to lend his versatile guitar-playing talents to the alt-country band The Gaffers. Coddington started playing guitar shortly after seeing The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show in 1964 when he was six years old. He’s played in many different bands in Florida and now in Maine. He has an affinity for Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers\, which made dreaming up this band just feel natural.   \nMarty Mclellan made his debut at a coffee house performing covers of Neil Young\, Grateful Dead\, Jim Croce and James Taylor at Hobart College in Geneva\, New York in 1982. Dirty McCurdy marked Mclellan’s first real experience as a frontman. The band covered mostly rock and roll\, but also some original material while it continued to adhere to the blues standards it had established in the Blues Barn years.   \nSteve Brown’s music career began in the late 1970s when he joined the band White Water in Central Maine playing a beat-up old Wurlitzer electric piano. This led to a brief Holiday Inn tour with an Elvis Presley tribute show. Brown became an in-demand keyboard player in the New England region. He was a member of some well-known bands including Ricky and the Giants\, Elmore Twist Band\, Gary Black and the Blues\, 43 North and the LA Harley Band.   \nThese five musicians together on the Franco Center stage will perform the music of Tom Petty with authentic renditions from every stage of Petty’s career. Doors and a cash bar open an hour before showtime.   \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows 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.    \nTier 1 tickets in advance are $30 and at the door: $35.  \nTier 2 tickets in advance are $25 and at the door: $30.  \nWatch Runnin’ Down a Dream Tom Petty  Tribute Band’s music videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@RunninDownADreamTPettyTribute/videos  \nThe 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.  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/runnin-down-a-dream-tom-petty-tribute-band-returning-oct-7-to-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T130000
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SUMMARY:Author Paul Dionne to speak about his books' topic: Religious subordination Oct. 4
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: At noon Wednesday\, Oct. 4\, local author Paul Dionne will discuss his books “The Priestess and the Pope” and “Madeleine’s Inquisition.” Both books have the theme that the religious subordination of one sex to the other is wrong. Admission is free. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Call 207-689-2000 for more information.  \nLewiston author Paul Dionne to speak about his books’ topic: religious subordination   \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center will host Lewiston author Paul Dionne at noon Wednesday\, Oct. 4\, in its Books and Stories. Admission to this author’s talk is free.   \nDionne\, author of “The Priestess and the Pope” and new “Madeleine’s Inquisition” will discuss the basic theme of his books which is that the religious subordination of one sex to the other is wrong. About “Madeleine’s Inquisition\,” Dionne writes\, “Madeleine Moreau\, poverty stricken and alone\, struggles to provide for herself and her children\, her future bleak\, foreboding and empty. She draws strength in her darkest hour when the Monsignor of Paris charges her with witchcraft and threatens to tear her family apart.”  \n“The Priestess and the Pope” is “a gripping story around the history of women leaders in the early church and the scandal of their subordination in the rise of Christianity. Across eras\, readers learn the fate of rebellious churches and women priests as they move through the life and death of Jesus\, the fall of the Roman Empire\, and the systematic purging of history by the Vatican\,” according to Dionne.  \nDionne was born in Lewiston\, Maine\, and graduated from Lewiston High School and Kents Hill Preparatory School where he played hockey and baseball. He then graduated from Providence College where he received his bachelor’s degree in history followed by a commission as a Lieutenant in the United States Army (1966-1968).  He saw action in Vietnam. After his discharge\, he returned to Maine and attended the University of Maine Law School where he received a Juris Doctorate degree.  He practiced law in Maine and was elected as Mayor of Lewiston (1980-1984).    \nIt is suggested that participants buy the featured books ahead of the book talk at Amazon or other online book stores.  \nThe 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.  \nThe Books and Stories program features an author who will read from his/her book\, have books available for purchase and signing\, and follow up with questions and answers following the presentation. The Books & Stories program at the Franco Center has been funded in part by the Maine Humanities Council and Maine Arts Commission. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/author-paul-dionne-to-speak-about-his-books-topic-religious-subordination-oct-4/
CATEGORIES:Books & Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T213000
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SUMMARY:Don’t miss Davidson County Line at Franco Center Sept. 30
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: Davidson County Line band will perform Sept. 30 at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 or www.francocenter.org/shows. The band performs a mix of rockabilly\, blues\, rock\, and country music. Submitted photo.  \nDavidson County Line to perform at Franco Center Sept. 30  \nLEWISTON–With much excitement from staff\, the Franco Center has announced that Davidson County Line will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Sept. 30. Davidson County Line is a three-piece band established in 2015 from Central Maine. They perform a mix of rockabilly\, blues\, rock\, and country music. All members have over 30 years of experience and the mix of music is a “crowd pleaser\,” according to Jake Hodgkin\, Franco Center production manager.  \nThe various musical hits they play are by Johnny Cash\, Elvis\, Jerry Lee Lewis\, Chuck Berry\, and many more from the 1950s and ‘60s. Davidson County Line performs on diverse stages including cruise lines\, casinos\, antique car shows\, and county fairs in Maine\, Massachusetts\, and New York.   \nMembers of Davidson County Line include Nashville recording artist on guitar and vocals “Eddie” Jones who began playing violin\, mandolin\, and banjo at age six in Nashville. He started performing at the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium from an early age. Jones was one of Nashville’s youngest mandolin players. He soon began playing both guitar and bass\, and has been performing professionally for more than 40 years with a number of well-known artists.  He worked as a studio session player in Nashville and is considered a “Guitar Slinger.” Jones relocated to Maine in 2010. His natural southern drawl enhances his ability to sing the songs of his second cousin\, Johnny Cash.  \nMarty Lang on guitar joined the lineup in 2019. His musical career began in 1971 playing guitar for The Country Squires\, performing weddings\, and at various venues in Maine. Lang had the honor of performing with Dick Curless at a benefit. In 1979\, Lang performed with the Country Troubadours\, and the band won the title as the number one country band in Maine. After time spent in the United States Navy\, he joined several bands\, while attaining his associate degree in music at the University of Maine in Augusta. From there\, Lang furthered his studies at the University of Maine at Gorham\, studying classical music. Lang has a studio in his home where he produces music.  \n“Bub” Lynch on drums joined Jones and Lang in the spring of 2023 and is a welcomed asset to the lineup. Lynch began playing drums in 1970 while attending college at State University of New York\, SUNY Potsdam. He relocated to Maine in 1976 and performed with several different groups. Lynch had the amazing opportunity to perform in the warm-up band for the legendary Buddy Guy. Lynch has also performed and won in the Road to Memphis Challenge in 2000 with Blue Steel Express\, 2011 with Zac Pomerleau Blues Band\, and again in 2018 performing with Matt and the Barnburners. Lynch continues to perform in several bands in the Northeast.  \nTickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door day of show and 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 be made online at CLICK HERE to purchase tickets for this show. \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Concert is at 7 p.m. The 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.  \nMusic by Davidson County Line can be heard at this link:https://photos.app.goo.gl/ibY4Wgyxgdw12sGE6 \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dont-miss-davidson-county-line-at-franco-center-sept-30/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T180000
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SUMMARY:Inspired Voices: Count on Me
DESCRIPTION:Inspired Voices is a magical evening of performances where we celebrate the spirit and strength of those who struggle with the effects of mental illness\, substance misuse and developmental challenges. \nReception at 6 p.m. Show at 7 p.m. Get your tickets today at https://IV2023.eventbrite.com \nPerformers share their talents\, tell their stories and move our audience to believe in the ability of the human spirit. Tri-County Mental Health Services hosts this annual event to showcase our clients as they strive and succeed in the face of extraordinary challenge. Since its debut performance in 2006\, Inspired Voices seeks to end the stigma associated with mental illness\, substance misuse and intellectual and developmental disabilities.\n\nEach year brings new and powerful stories of the obstacles faced by those we serve and the inspiring ways those challenges are overcome. The proceeds of this joyful and stigma-busting event go to support the needs of TCMHS clients and their families.\n\nWatch Inspired Voices on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nM1lq_KxJQ0\n\nCome join us for this years’ Inspired Voices as we travel through an extraordinary journey of hope\, healing and recovery!\n\nEmail Leslie Ogilvie for more information.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/inspired-voices-count-on-me/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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SUMMARY:Dance lessons with Jake in the morning
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Sept. 20 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nOct. 11\, 25\, Nov. 1\, 8\, 15\, Dec. 20. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-with-jake-in-the-morning/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T130000
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SUMMARY:Lewiston author Suzanne Roy to speak on local Franco American history Sept. 13
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: At noon Wednesday\, Sept. 13\, local author Suzanne Roy will discuss the Franco American history on which she based her novels “The Enclave” and “The Legacy.” Admission is free.  \nLewiston author Suzanne Roy to speak about her books based on local Franco American history  \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center has announced a new program called Books and Stories Series at noon on Wednesdays. Admission to these author talks is free. The Books and Stories program features an author who will read from his/her book\, have books available for purchase and signing\, and follow up with  questions and answers following the presentation.   \n“The program brings people together of all ages and backgrounds to explore and share ideas about culture\, heritage\, and historical identities through storytelling events with authors\,” said Denise Scammon\, marketing and development director at the Franco Center. “This is a new program for the Franco Center and it has been funded in part by the Maine Humanities Council and Maine Arts Commission.”  \nAt noon Wednesday\, Sept. 13\, Suzanne Roy\, author of “The Enclave” and “The Legacy” will discuss her books that follow a fictional French-Canadian immigrant girl who attempts to keep her dreams alive as she grows into womanhood in the “Little Canada” enclave her culture created to protect itself from the American melting pot. The girl’s journey toward self-discovery and self-determination is one that women of all cultures are still struggling to complete. “The Legacy” In this stand-alone sequel to the “The Enclave.”  \nRoy\, a retired independent compliance consultant\, taught English at University of Maine Orono from 1972 to 1974 and later taught writing as a member of the adjunct faculty of UMA. She wrote the bilingual children’s television series “La Bonne Adventure” in the mid 1970s\, did Franco American research housed at University of Southern Maine\, taught a local history class at St. Dom’s in 1980\, and wrote several plays about Franco Americans\, two of which were produced and won awards in Australia. Roy is a native and resident of Lewiston and is currently working on her third historical novel.  \nOther dates\, authors\, and books in the series will be announced. It is suggested that participants buy the featured books ahead of the book talk at Amazon or other online book stores.  \nDoors open at 11:30 a.m. Presentation is at noon. 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. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/lewiston-author-suzanne-roy-to-speak-on-local-franco-american-history-sept-13/
CATEGORIES:Books & Stories
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230910T153000
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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:20230907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T130000
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SUMMARY:Noon Tunes concert Sept. 7 at Franco Center to feature Marc Mailhot
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: Noon Tunes will feature musical artist Marc Mailhot in a noontime concert Thursday\, Sept. 7\, at the Franco Center at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Tickets are $17 per person and include lunch and entertainment. Buy tickets at www.francocenter.org/shows or 207-689-2000. Submitted photo.   \nNoon Tunes concert to feature musical artist Marc Mailhot Sept. 7 at Franco Center   \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center opens its 2023-24 Noon Tunes live musical entertainment series at its quarterly La Rencontre luncheon Thursday\, Sept. 7. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for socializing. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. followed by featured musical artist Marc Mailhot.   \nThis event is open to everyone including the community of Franco-American and French-speaking families in the area. It is an opportunity for everyone to connect with each other and with their neighbors of diverse cultures\, languages\, and backgrounds. Meals and stories will be shared\, friends will be reunited\, and memories will be made.   \n“Language is a common thread between the French Canadian immigrants of the mid 1800s and the immigrants of today\,” said Denise Scammon\, marketing/development director of the Franco Center. “We embrace the differences in cultures and languages of our neighbors today. This luncheon is an opportunity to bring the community together.”   \nThe menu includes lasagna\, vegetables\, rolls\, and dessert.\n  \nIn 2023\, Noon Tunes La Rencontre entertainer Mailhot will be starting his 64th year as a performing musical artist. He began his musical career in September 1957 at age 6\, formally studying piano under the late\, renowned Maine music teacher Louis Sirois for 11 years. Mailhot played his first formal public performance in a piano recital in May 1960.   \nMailhot began playing drums in 1964\, inspired by his father and the British invasion beginning with The Beatles. He continues playing\, performing\, and teaching both instruments today. In 1967\, Mailhot was chosen to represent Westbrook High School as a tenor in the All-State Concert and in 1968 sang “Edelweiss” from “The Sound of Music” as a solo with the Westbrook High School Chorus in the All-City Concert.    \nDuring his musical career\, Mailhot has performed thousands of gigs with pioneering Maine bands Love\, Inc. and Pegasus in the 1960s and ’70s. He performed with The Chapparals and currently performs with Get Back\, a Beatles ‘60s tribute band\, and as a solo pianist and singer. Mailhot has also written\, recorded\, toured extensively\, and produced music releases.    \nAs a member of Love\, Inc. in 1968\, Mailhot opened for well-known Boston groups The Orphans and Ultimate Spinach. When performing with Pegasus in the 1970s\, he opened for national artists Bob Seger and Edgar Winter. Love\, Inc. was the first Maine pop band to record an album in 1970 and chart three singles in 1969\, 1970\, and 1971.    \nPegasus recorded their only single at Record Plant East in New York City\, in the same Studio where Don McLean recorded “American Pie.” The band’s producer was Dan Turbeville who co-produced the first Woodstock album\, and engineer Dennis Ferrante who engineered George Harrison’s “Concert for Bangladesh” album.    \nMailhot taught keyboard and drums at Starbird Music in Portland\, Maine in the 1960s and early ’70s.    \nLong-time patrons of the Franco Center may recall that from 2015 to 2017\, Mailhot was part of the “Connie Combo” for the Connie Francis Tribute Show.   \nTickets are $17 and include the meal and entertainment. All seats are reserved. Tickets must be purchased by noon Tuesday\, Sept. 5\, so we can plan the number of meals to prepare. Tickets will not be sold at the door.   \nCall the box office at 207-689-2000 or visit between 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Purchase online at www.francocenter.org/shows.   \nThe Noon Tunes La Rencontre series is sponsored by FACE Foundation\, TV5 Monde\, and the Quebec Delegation Boston.  \n“French programs at the Franco Center are supported by TV5Monde\, FACE Foundation\, and the Quebec Delegation Boston\,” said Scammon. “In addition to the Noon Tunes La Rencontre Series\, they sponsor our free Parlez-Vous? French conversation meetup every other Thursday morning.”   \nThe Franco Center offers tours of the former St. Mary’s Church with stories and exhibits about the French Canadian immigrants; miscellaneous French entertainment throughout the performance year; a French library with diverse resources including oral histories; and a Franco Trail L-A map which highlights significant Franco American locations in Lewiston and Auburn.   \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is in the Oxford Street mill lot. Handicap access in on the Lincoln St. Side of the building.  \nLINK TO SCROLL THROUGH ALL SHOWS AND BUY TICKETS: CLICK HERE \nClick here for La Rencontre TICKETS
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/noon-tunes-concert-sept-7-at-franco-center-to-feature-marc-mailhot/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
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SUMMARY:Line dancing lessons with Jake in the morning
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Aug. 30 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nSept. 20\, Oct. 11\, 25\, Nov. 1\, 8\, 15\, Dec. 20.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dancing-lessons-with-jake-in-the-morning/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230829T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
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SUMMARY:Line dancing lessons with Jake in the evening
DESCRIPTION:DANCE LESSONS WITH JAKE \n6-7 p.m. Tuesday\, Aug. 29 \n10 a.m. Wednesday\, Aug. 30 \nGreat exercise! \nMeet new people! \nCome with friends! \n$5 suggested donation at door \nCotton Eye Joe\, The Macarena\, Stayin’ Alive\, Y.M.C.A.\, September\, Wobble\, Electric Slide\, Cupid Shuffle\, and other dances! \nOther dance lesson dates for Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m.: \nSept. 20\, Oct. 11\, 25\, Nov. 1\, 8\, 15\, Dec. 20. \nOne evening dance lesson has been scheduled for 6-7 p.m. Tuesday\, Aug. 29.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dancing-lessons-with-jake-in-the-evening/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20230811T125549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T125549Z
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SUMMARY:Dance Lessons 10am with Jake Aug. 23
DESCRIPTION:10am Wednesday\, Aug. 23\nOur Production Manager Jake Hodgkin is bringing back dance lessons!\nCotton Eye Joe\nThe Macarena\nStayin’ Alive\nY.M.C.A.\nSeptember\nCupid Shuffle and more!\nGreat exercise!\nMeet new people!\nCome with friends!\n$5 suggested donation at the door for dance lessons.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dance-lessons-10am-with-jake-aug-23/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20230530T172627Z
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SUMMARY:Wicked Illustrations Paint & Sip party at the Franco Center July 15
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun at the Franco Center when Wicked Illustrations brings its Paint & Sip parties to 46 Cedar Street from 1 to 3 p.m. for an afternoon of art\, drinks\, and friends! \nMelanie Therrien and her wickedly awesome Paint & Sip party will bring everything needed for 20 guests to have a fabulous afternoon of fun and friendship! You can sign up for the limited seating by going to this link on the Wicked Illustrations website and purchasing your tickets: CLICK HERE. \nCash bar and concession stand open during the event. Franco Center will open its doors at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. Take a free tour of the building while you’re here. \nAlso\, half-mile down the street at Simard-Payne Park is the Chamber’s Riverfest! Have fun the whole day with painting at the Franco and outdoor activities at the park! \nThe Franco Center has parking for its activities in the mill across the street. The Riverfest parking is in the parking garages and city-owned lots. \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/wicked-illustrations-paint-sip-party-at-the-franco-center-july-15/
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T143000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20230625T114355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T114355Z
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SUMMARY:Free concert featuring Greg Boardman\, Chris Robley July 14
DESCRIPTION:Free concert at Franco Center July 14 featuring fiddle and guitar  \n  \nPHOTO CAPTION: Chris Robley and Greg Boardman are pairing up for a concert at 1 p.m. Friday\, July 14\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. The duo will perform on fiddle and guitar with some singing and foot-tapping music. RSVP at https://forms.office.com/r/0DMsaGjHsc Submitted photo.  \n  \n   \nLEWISTON–The Franco Center is thrilled to announce that Greg Boardman and Chris Robley will perform as a duo in concert at 1 p.m. Friday\, July 14\, during its open house. The duo’s combined talents include playing the fiddle and guitar\, singing\, songwriting\, and audience engagement.   \n  \nGreg Boardman is a longtime fiddler and teacher in the Lewiston and Auburn\, Maine community\, having been employed as an elementary strings teacher in Lewiston for several decades.  He also teaches at Maine Fiddle Camp\, which he helped found in 1994\, and plays as a concert\, dance and church musician as much as reasonably fits in his schedule.  His love of Franco American fiddling was nurtured by his fiddling elders\, such as Simon St. Pierre\, Ray Frechette\, Lucien Mathieu and Ben Guillemette\, each a legend in their own right.  \n  \nChris Robley is a singer-songwriter and award-winning poet who’s made his home in the mill town of Lewiston\, Maine. His orchestral indie-pop and folk music has been reviewed and praised by The LA Times\, The Boston Globe\, NPR’s Second Stage\, Performer\, and other publications. Skyscraper Magazine said Robley is “one of the best short-story musicians to come along in quite some time.” Robley’s poetry has been published in POETRY Magazine\, Prairie Schooner\, Poetry Northwest\, Beloit Poetry\, and more. He is the winner of Boulevard’s Poetry Prize for Emerging Writers\, a recipient of a Maine Literary Award in poetry\, and was selected by Robert Pinsky as a finalist for the Dorset Prize. “Chris Robley is at the top of his game with his new work.” – KCRW. “Beatlesy goodness featuring deft wordplay delivered through McCartneyish melodies with a Lennonesque rasp.” – Willamette Week.  \n  \nAdmission to the 1 p.m. Friday\, July 14 concert is free and takes place during the Franco Center’s two-day open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday\, July 14 and Saturday\, July 15. Reservations are required for this concert. Fill out the RSVP form at https://forms.office.com/r/0DMsaGjHsc   \n  \nA cash bar will be available both days. The open house coincides with the Chamber’s RiverFest down the street in Simard-Payne Park. The Franco Center’s venue is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, a short half-mile\, seven-minute walk from the Park. Visitors are encouraged to spend the day in the Riverfront neighborhood attending events at both venues.   \n  \nFor more information about the concert or open house\, call 207-689-2000 or visit www.francocenter.org.  \n  \nThe open house is sponsored by Auburn Savings; Lisa Laliberte\, State Farm Insurance; and Maine Community Bank.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-concert-featuring-greg-boardman-chris-robley-july-14/
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20230530T170256Z
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SUMMARY:Open House at the Franco Center July 14 and July 15
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host a two-day Open House with activities for everyone to enjoy! There will be music\, dancing\, eating\, heritage tours\, local artist work on display\, and other fun stuff! Free admission. \n10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday\, July 15 activities planned:\n\nActivities for the whole family \nFood and drink: Hot dogs $2 / hot dog meal $5. Cotton candy $3 bag. Sodas and waters $2 each.\nMeet staff and board members\nHeritage tours of our building\nLocal artist work on display: Anita Poulin and Jeanelle Demers. Plus Tree Street Youth art from summer campers!\nWicked Illustrations Paint & Sip party at 1pm Saturday\, July 15. Get tickets here CLICK\nCash bar with special drinks\n4-H display\nWomen of the Somali Bantu Community will have baskets displayed for sale.\n\nOur staff will be on hand to talk about renting our building for YOUR special celebration! So all engaged couples and bridal parties should visit during the open house and talk to Caitlyn\, our event manager\, to learn more about having your wedding and reception at the Franco Center. We have a few openings remaining in 2023! \nOur staff will also be on hand to talk to musicians and band promoters about renting the Franco Center for YOUR concert! Jake\, our production manager\, will be here to answer your questions about the types of equipment (light and sound) we have and to see if we are a good fit for your production. \nOur Open House coincides with the Riverfest in Simard-Payne Park! Enjoy outdoor activities in the park and inside activities at the Franco Center! It’s a short 7-minute half-mile walk between the two sites. The Franco Center has parking across the street in the mill lot and the park has public parking available in the parking garages. \nCome out and support everything happening in our neighborhood on July 14 and July 15. There’s something for everyone! \nSponsor: Auburn Savings \n \nSponsor: Lisa Laliberte\, State Farm Insurance  \n \nSponsor: Maine Community Bank \n \nSponsor: Rinck Advertising \n \nPlease download a PDF of our poster\, print\, and share. Thank you! \n8.5×11 Poster CLICK HERE \n11×17 Poster CLICK HERE
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/open-house-at-the-franco-center-friday-july-14/
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
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SUMMARY:Free French conversation meetup July 13
DESCRIPTION:The free Parlez-Vous? French conversation meet-up will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday\, July 13\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston. \nAll who speak French are welcome to attend this meet-up. You do not need to register. Bring a coffee\, tea\, or snack! \nThe group talks about subjects they find important. You do not have to attend every meet-up. Some weeks have seven people in attendance and other weeks you’ll find 25 people around the tables. Last meet-up there was something funny being talked about because everyone was laughing loudly and having a great time. \nThe meet-ups are held every other Thursday morning at the Franco Center. Park in the mill lot across the street on Oxford Street and use the double orange Heritage Hall doors. \nNext meeting is Thursday\, July 27. \nFor more information about the French club\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063 or Joanne Ducharme at 207-713-8324.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-french-conversation-meetup-july-13/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20221027T175518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T175518Z
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SUMMARY:The Cobblestones to perform June 29 at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON—The Cobblestones will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Thursday\, June 29\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, in Lewiston’s Riverfront Island district. The event is part of the Riverfront Performances & Events Series: Cabaret Nights.   \nThe band hails from Western Maine and plays a variety of songs from artists such as Mary Chapin Carpenter\, Natalie Merchant\, Mellencamp\, Creedence Clearwater Revival\, Fleetwood Mac\, Bonnie Raitt and many more.    \nBand members feature Carolyn Plourde on lead vocals; Michael Plourde on vocals and guitar; Danielle Tran on keyboards and harmony vocals; Mark Plourde on drums; and Steve Moore on bass and vocals.   \n“We specialize in great songs featuring passionate vocals\, guitars\, and tight harmonies\,” said Plourde. “You’ll recognize many songs\, but you won’t hear the same songs that other bands play.  In addition to hits old and new\, you’ll hear beautiful songs that are little-known classics\, and we’ll introduce you to some of today’s most talented songwriters.”  \nSupport for this concert comes from Ouellette & Associates\, CPAs; Roopers; Maple Way Dental Care; Bennett Radio Group; Sun Journal; Turner Publishing; and Uncle Andy’s Digest\, according to Franco Center staff.   \nDoors and cash bar open an hour before the show. The dance floor will be open all night. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door day of the show and can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org 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.   \nThe venue is the former St. Mary’s Church\, now a performing arts and events center at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is available in the mill lot. The building is handicap accessible on the Lincoln St. Alley side.  \nVisit The Cobblestone’s website here: thecobblestones.net  \nThank you to our show sponsors: Roopers and Ouellette & Associates! \nCLICK HERE FOR TICKETS \n \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-cobblestones-to-perform-at-7-p-m-thursday-june-15/
CATEGORIES:Cabaret,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T072016
CREATED:20230225T132900Z
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SUMMARY:Free French conversation meet-up every other Thursday
DESCRIPTION:The free Parlez-Vous? French conversation meet-up will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday\, June 29\, at Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston. \nAll who speak French are welcome to attend this meet-up. You do not need to register. Bring a coffee\, tea\, or snack! \nThe group talks about subjects they find important. You do not have to attend every meet-up. Some weeks have seven people in attendance and other weeks you’ll find 25 people around the tables. \nThe meet-ups are held every other Thursday morning at the Franco Center. Park in the mill lot across the street and use Heritage Hall doors. \nNext meetings are every other Thursday\, July 13 and July 27. \nFor more information about the French club\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063 or Joanne Ducharme at 207-713-8324.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-french-conversation-meet-up-every-other-thursday/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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