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SUMMARY:Midcoast Symphony Orchestra Oct. 26
DESCRIPTION:Information from our renter on July 24\, 2024: \nMidcoast Symphony Orchestra Oct. 26 \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-oct-26/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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SUMMARY:Bridgerton Ball Oct. 19 SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Experience Mystical & Whimsical’s Four Seasons Ball\n\n\n\n\nStep in an amazing fundraising event that brings awareness to “Living Donors” and Kidney donation! We will dance the night away! \n\n\nSOLD OUT!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and time\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 19 · 4 – 9pm EDT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFranco Center \n46 Cedar Street Lewiston\, ME 04240 \n\n\n\n\n\nRefund Policy\n\nContact the organizer to request a refund. Eventbrite’s fee is nonrefundable.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Bridgerton Experience Maine Four Seasons Ball! Join us for an evening of elegance and grandeur at the beautiful Franco Center. Immerse yourself in the world of Bridgerton as you dance the night away in a setting straight out of a regency romance. Put on your finest attire and get ready to be swept off your feet at this unforgettable event. Don’t miss out on this chance to experience the magic of Bridgerton right here in Maine! \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bridgerton-ball-oct-19-sold-out/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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SUMMARY:Crystal Vision Fleetwood Mac tribute band to perform Oct. 12 at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Fleetwood Mac tribute band to perform Oct. 12 at Franco Center  \nfeature photo (above) credit: Julie Frances Photography \nLEWISTON—Crystal Vision\, a Fleetwood Mac tribute band\, will perform at the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Saturday\, Oct. 12. Mark McNeil\, band member and publicist for Crystal Vision: Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band\, said\, “A few years ago after a rehearsal for [a musical production] … an idea blossomed among members of the production’s music pit to form a Fleetwood Mac tribute band. Of course\, it was a great idea!” McNeil added\, “Jane Clukey’s piano skills and smooth\, mellow vocals are a perfect match for Christine McVie. Lisa Wheeler\, who some say sounds more like Stevie Nicks than Stevie does\, handles ‘Rhiannon’ and other Nicks favorites. Brendan Bracy provides searing lead guitar work\, intricate finger picking\, and vocals on Lindsey Buckingham’s songs. Dan Willertz’s drumming skills make him a perfect Mick Fleetwood.”   \n \nThese band members noted that McNeil’s bass playing style and demeanor mesh beautifully with John McVie’s\, while also adding harmony vocals and guitar. McNeil added\, “Wanda McNeil fills out the lineup as one of Fleetwood Mac’s long-time back-up singers Sharon Celani\, while also adding keyboard and percussion parts.”  \nA press release for the band states\, “There are many Fleetwood Mac cover bands across the country and around the world\, but Crystal Vision’s particular claim to fame is the resemblance of the three primary vocals to the originals. Wheeler as Stevie\, Clukey as Christine\, and Bracy as Lindsey all sound very much like their counterparts\, and the blend of all the voices\, with Mark and Wanda adding back-ups and harmonies\, can be stunning!”  \nTickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door day of show. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at www.francocenter.org\, by phone at 207-689-2000\, or in person at the Franco Center’s box office which is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.   \nParking is in the Oxford Street mill lot and in the nearby Chestnut Street parking garage. Handicap parking is available near the elevator on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building and also in the parking lot.  \nTickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=244662  \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: DaVinci’s Eatery
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/crystal-vision-fleetwood-mac-tribute-band-to-perform-oct-12-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Wounded Healers benefit concert and market Sept. 29
DESCRIPTION:Info from our renter on July 24: \nDATE of event: Sunday\, Sept. 29 \nTIME: Doors open at noon for bazaar in Heritage Hall followed by the main program at 2 p.m. in Performance Hall. \nTAMASHA! A Multicultural Concert + Market for Wounded Healers International \nThe Wounded Healer’sInternational (WHI) Benefit Concert + Market will be held at the Franco Center on Sunday\, September 29\, 2024.\n\nDoors will open at noon to an indoor\, artisanal market in the Heritage Hall.\n\nThe main program will begin at 2:00 pm on the main level. You can expect wonderful performances\, delicious food\, and a connected community supporting the WHI vision – a world where everyone can live without fear of violence\, exploitation\, and abuse and where human rights are universally respected and upheld.\n\nVisit their Facebook page for up-to-date information: https://www.facebook.com/WoundedHealersInternational
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/wounded-healers-benefit-concert-and-market-sept-29/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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SUMMARY:Magnetize Maine Summit hosted by Uplift LA
DESCRIPTION:Information from our renter as of July 24: \nEvent Date: September 13\, 2024 \nJoin Rising Professionals and Employers from Across Maine for Resilience as a Foundation for Success: Empowering Rising Professionals \nUplift LA is proud to host the 2024 Magnetize Maine Summit\, with a day that showcases professional development on relevant topics\, with incredible speakers and presenters; all while showcasing the Lewiston Auburn region. \n \n\n\nDate and Time\nFriday Sep 13\, 2024\n7:30 AM – 5:30 PM EDT \n\n\nLocation\nFranco Center\n46 Cedar St\, Lewiston\, ME 04240 \n\n\nFees/Admission $45 per ticket https://business.lametrochamber.com/events/register/23787 \n\n\nSummit Agenda 7:30-8:45   Registration \n9:00  Welcome Remarks \nYellow Light Breen\, CEO\, Maine Development Foundation \nMatt Nash\, Chair\, Uplift LA \nKeynote\, Dajuan Eubanks\, President\, Maine Celtics \n10:00 Morning Session \nSession 1: Panel: Inclusive Practices and Resilient Outcomes: Navigating Challenges Together \nSession 2: Building Your Own Brand \n11:45     Busses Depart for Lunch at Burnt Ends BBQ \n1:30      Arrival at Central Maine Community College for Afternoon Sessions \n1:45      Afternoon Session 1 – Choose one of five options \n2:30      Break \n2:45      Afternoon Session 2 – Choose second of five options \n3:45      Busses Depart for Franco Center \n4:00      Closing Remarks \n4:30      Happy Hour \nHappy Hour Directly Following on Franco Stage and Green Room \nSession Information \n  \nKey Note   \nResilience | Daujan Eubanks\, CEO\, Maine Celtics \nMorning #1  Inclusive Practices and Resilient Outcomes: Navigating Challenges Together \nModerator | Sara Poulin-Caron\, Morning Host of Breakfast Club WIGY \nPanelist | Jagos Medenica\, Working Fields \nPanelist | Alex Pine\, Great Falls Pride\nPanelist | Amanda Karomba\, Happy Haven\nPanelist | David Pease\, Bangor Savings Bank \n  \nMorning #2  Defining Your Professional Brand\nPresenter | Ann Burrill\, Senior VP of Learning and Development\, Androscoggin Bank Participants attend one of the morning sessions \n  \nAfternoon #1  AI In The Workplace\nPresenter | Dan Reed\, Marketing and Administrative Manager\, SCORE Maine \n  \nAfternoon #2  5 Gears of Productivity\nPresenter | Tisha Bremner\, Founder\, Insightful Workplace Solutions LLC \n  \nAfternoon #3 Importance of Volunteerism\nPresenter | Stephanie Gelinas\, Andwell Health Partners\nPresenter | Catherine Ryder\, Spurwink \n  \nAfternoon #4 Owning Your Financial Health in 2024\nPresenter | Matthew Nadeau\, Modern Woodmen of America \n  \nAfternoon #5 Create an Abundance Mindset\nPresenter | Alyssa Wright\, CEO of Wright Collective \n  \nParticipants attend two of the afternoon sessions\, which are repeated
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/magnetize-maine-summit-hosted-by-uplift-la/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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SUMMARY:La Rencontre Sept. 12
DESCRIPTION: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 of the family and their neighbors. Many families made sure their kids each learned to play an instrument to entertain at such gatherings — and so\, accordingly\, the Franco Center invites local musicians to provide live music for its guests. \nLa Rencontre is usually held the second Thursday of September\, December\, and March\, and the closest Thursday in June to St-Jean-Baptiste Day. Most La Rencontre events are luncheons with the doors opening at 10:30 a.m. followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. followed by some form of entertainment. \nOur September La Rencontre will feature performances by the cast of our Best of Broadway show. The meal will be a pot roast and dessert will be carrot cake. \nTickets are $17 per person and include the meal and entertainment. All seats are reserved. Tickets must be purchased by noon on the Thursday before the Thursday event so we can plan the number of meals to prepare. Deadline for September’s tickets is Thursday\, Sept. 5. 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. \nPurchase tickets online at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=248722
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/la-rencontre-sept-12/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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SUMMARY:Best of Broadway to kick off 25th season at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Best of Broadway Revue \nKick off our celebration of Franco Center’s 25th Anniversary \nThe biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. \nSaturday\, September 7\, 2024 7:00 PM \nDoors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. \nPerformance Hall show is reserved seating. \nA special 25th anniversary pre-show reception (with light appetizers and finger food) to celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2024-2025 season is from 5 to 6 p.m. in Heritage Hall before the Saturday\, Sept. 7 show only. Tickets for this VIP reception can be added during the ticket ordering process online\, in person\, and over the phone (207-689-2000). Tickets for the reception only are $20 per person. \nShow sponsors are: DJ Brothers; Evergreen Printing; and Grace Center for Movement. Thank you\, thank you\, thank you for your support! \nShow tickets are as follows: \nTicket prices include fees: \nAdvance Ticket Purchase (before 9/6/24): \nTier 1: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \nTier 2: Adults $15 – Youth (<18 yrs) $10 \nAt Door Ticket Purchase: \nTier 1: Adults $25 – Youth (<18 yrs) $20 \nTier 2: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \n  \nAll sales are final. No Refunds will be given unless we have to cancel the performance for whatever reason. Tickets are transferrable. \n  \nBUY your tickets today! Link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=236929 \n  \nBest of Broadway Revue \nKick off our celebration of Franco Center’s 25th Anniversary \nThe biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. \nFriday\, September 6\, 2024 7:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 7\, 2024 7:00 PM \nDoors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. \nPerformance Hall show  with reserved seating. \nA special 25th anniversary pre-show reception (with light appetizers and finger food) to celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2024-2025 season is from 5 to 6 p.m. in Heritage Hall before the Saturday\, Sept. 7 show only. Tickets for this VIP reception can be added during the ticket ordering process online\, in person\, and over the phone (207-689-2000). Tickets for the reception only are $20 per person. \n  \nShow tickets are as follows: \nTicket prices include fees: \nAdvance Ticket Purchase (before 9/6/24): \nTier 1: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \nTier 2: Adults $15 – Youth (<18 yrs) $10 \nAt Door Ticket Purchase: \nTier 1: Adults $25 – Youth (<18 yrs) $20 \nTier 2: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \n  \nAll sales are final. No Refunds will be given unless we have to cancel the performance for whatever reason. Tickets are transferrable. \n  \nBUY your tickets today! Link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=236929 \nCast  \n\nJim Hodgkin \n\n\nJim McKinley \n\n\nEden Bauer \n\n\nJen LeBlanc \n\n\nJackie Preston \n\n\nJosh Witham \n\n\nHeather Marichal \n\n\nJeff Fairfield \n\n\nTorrey Gimpel \n\n\nMichelle Breton \n\n\nMadison Shepard \n\n\nAshleigh St. Pierre \n\n\nSamantha Herriot  \n\n\nAdrian Morneau \n\n\nJake Hodgkin  \n\n\nWes Pierson \n\n\nElise Pierson \n\n\nLacey Moyse \n\n\nBette Sanborn \n\n\nEmma Carmichael  \n\n\nLauren Hodgkins  \nIsabelle McCormick\nCara Pare  \nAlyssa Tremblay  \n\n\n\nAct 1 \n1.  Welcome\n2.  “On Broadway” (Smokey Joe’s Café)\n3.   Phantom Introduction\n4.  “Phantom of the Opera” (Phantom of the Opera)\n5.  Into the Woods Introduction\n6.  “Children Will Listen” (Into the Woods)\n7.  “My Favorite Things” (The Sound of Music)\n8.  “Beauty and the Beast” (Beauty and the Beast)\n9.  “Mamma Mia” (Mamma Mia)\n10.  Waitress Introduction\n11.  “She Used to be Mine” (Waitress)\n12.  42nd Street Introduction\n13.  “42nd Street” (42nd Street)\n14.  “Stars” (Les Misérables)\n15.  Wicked Introduction\n16.  “Defying Gravity” (Wicked) \nAct 2 \n1.  “Something About This Night” (Finding Neverland)\n2.  Cats Introduction\n3.  “Memory” (Cats)\n4.  Gypsy Introduction\n5.  “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” (Gypsy)\n6.  “For Good” (Wicked)\n7.  “All That Jazz” (Chicago)\n8.  “Can You Feel Love Tonight” (The Lion King)\n9.  “Hakuna Matata” (The Lion King)\n10.  “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” (Jesus Christ Superstar)\n11.  “Who I’ll Be” (Shrek)\n12.  “Burn” (Hamilton)\n13.  Pippin Introduction\n14.  “Corner of the Sky” (Pippin)\n15.  “We Got Magic to Do” (Pippin)\n16.   Les Misérables Introduction\n17.  “Do You Hear the People Sing” (Les Misérables) \n\n\n  \nPRODUCTION TEAM: \nDirector – Jake Hodgkin  \nAsst Director – Bette Sanborn  \nChoreographer – Samantha Herriot  \nMusic Director- Torrey Gimpel   \nStage Manager – Missy Hodgkin  \nAsst Stage Manager – Allison Marston  \nSound Designer – Mark Vigue  \nLighting Designers – Jake Hodgkin – Sarah Greaton  \nSpotlight op- Theresa Shanahan  \nSet design and building- Jake Hodgkin   \nCostumes- Bette Sanborn- Nancy Lupien    \nStage Crew- Rick Osgood\, Larry Hodgkin \n \nPosters/Marketing/program- Denise Scammon   \n2 Special numbers Choreographed- Gina Hesse   \n(Special Thanks)  \nEvergreen Printing  \nNancy Lupien  \nRudy and Natiale Kyllonen  \nJennifer Bement at Grace Center for Movement  \nJohn Pulsifer   \n Please note that changes to the order of the performances may have occurred since the start of production. \n  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/best-of-broadway-to-kick-off-25th-season-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Best of Broadway to kick off 25th season at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Best of Broadway Revue \nKick off our celebration of Franco Center’s 25th Anniversary \nThe biggest hits of our favorite Broadway shows presented by exceptional local performers. \nFriday\, September 6\, 2024 7:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 7\, 2024 7:00 PM \nDoors and cash bar in Heritage Hall open one hour prior to show. \nPerformance Hall show  with reserved seating. \nA special 25th anniversary pre-show reception (with light appetizers and finger food) to celebrate the Franco Center’s new 2024-2025 season is from 5 to 6 p.m. in Heritage Hall before the Saturday\, Sept. 7 show only. Tickets for this VIP reception can be added during the ticket ordering process online\, in person\, and over the phone (207-689-2000). Tickets for the reception only are $20 per person. \nShow sponsors are: DJ Brothers; Evergreen Printing; and Grace Center for Movement. Thank you\, thank you\, thank you for your support! \nShow tickets are as follows: \nTicket prices include fees: \nAdvance Ticket Purchase (before 9/6/24): \nTier 1: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \nTier 2: Adults $15 – Youth (<18 yrs) $10 \nAt Door Ticket Purchase: \nTier 1: Adults $25 – Youth (<18 yrs) $20 \nTier 2: Adults $20 – Youth (<18 yrs) $15 \n  \nAll sales are final. No Refunds will be given unless we have to cancel the performance for whatever reason. Tickets are transferrable. \n  \nBUY your tickets today! Link: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=236929 \nCast  \n\nJim Hodgkin \n\n\nJim McKinley \n\n\nEden Bauer \n\n\nJen LeBlanc \n\n\nJackie Preston \n\n\nJosh Witham \n\n\nHeather Marichal \n\n\nJeff Fairfield \n\n\nTorrey Gimpel \n\n\nMichelle Breton \n\n\nMadison Shepard \n\n\nAshleigh St. Pierre \n\n\nSamantha Herriot  \n\n\nAdrian Morneau \n\n\nJake Hodgkin  \n\n\nWes Pierson \n\n\nElise Pierson \n\n\nLacey Moyse \n\n\nBette Sanborn \n\n\nEmma Carmichael  \n\n\nLauren Hodgkins  \n\n\nIsabelle McCormick  \n\n\nCara Pare \n\n\n\nAlyssa Tremblay  \n\n\n\nAct 1 \n1.  Welcome\n2.  “On Broadway” (Smokey Joe’s Café)\n3.   Phantom Introduction\n4.  “Phantom of the Opera” (Phantom of the Opera)\n5.  Into the Woods Introduction\n6.  “Children Will Listen” (Into the Woods)\n7.  “My Favorite Things” (The Sound of Music)\n8.  “Beauty and the Beast” (Beauty and the Beast)\n9.  “Mamma Mia” (Mamma Mia)\n10.  Waitress Introduction\n11.  “She Used to be Mine” (Waitress)\n12.  42nd Street Introduction\n13.  “42nd Street” (42nd Street)\n14.  “Stars” (Les Misérables)\n15.  Wicked Introduction\n16.  “Defying Gravity” (Wicked) \nAct 2 \n1.  “Something About This Night” (Finding Neverland)\n2.  Cats Introduction\n3.  “Memory” (Cats)\n4.  Gypsy Introduction\n5.  “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” (Gypsy)\n6.  “For Good” (Wicked)\n7.  “All That Jazz” (Chicago)\n8.  “Can You Feel Love Tonight” (The Lion King)\n9.  “Hakuna Matata” (The Lion King)\n10.  “I Don’t Know How to Love Him” (Jesus Christ Superstar)\n11.  “Who I’ll Be” (Shrek)\n12.  “Burn” (Hamilton)\n13.  Pippin Introduction\n14.  “Corner of the Sky” (Pippin)\n15.  “We Got Magic to Do” (Pippin)\n16.   Les Misérables Introduction\n17.  “Do You Hear the People Sing” (Les Misérables) \n\n\n  \nPRODUCTION TEAM: \nDirector – Jake Hodgkin  \nAsst Director – Bette Sanborn  \nChoreographer – Samantha Herriot  \nMusic Director- Torrey Gimpel   \nStage Manager – Missy Hodgkin  \nAsst Stage Manager – Allison Marston  \nSound Designer – Mark Vigue  \nLighting Designers – Jake Hodgkin – Sarah Greaton  \nSpotlight op- Theresa Shanahan  \nSet design and building- Jake Hodgkin   \nCostumes- Bette Sanborn- Nancy Lupien    \nStage Crew- Rick Osgood\, Larry Hodgkin\,   \nPosters/Marketing/program- Denise Scammon   \n2 Special numbers Choreographed- Gina Hesse   \n(Special Thanks)  \nEvergreen Printing  \nNancy Lupien  \nRudy and Natiale Kyllonen  \nJennifer Bement at Grace Center for Movement  \nJohn Pulsifer   \n  \nPlease note that changes to the order of the performances may have occurred since the start of production.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/best-of-broadway-to-kick-off-25th-season-at-the-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240724T143724Z
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SUMMARY:Talk\, Tease & Please Burlesque
DESCRIPTION:From our renter: \nDATE & TIME: 7-10 p.m. Friday\, August 9\nRecall those talk shows where listeners dialed in to have their most passionate questions answered?\n\nWe’re bringing that energy live to the stage\, with a touch of glam and a lot of heat! Sasha Lee and Jaime-Lyn will be taking your calls\, dishing out their best advice\, and turning the answers into captivating performances as various dancers dazzle you on stage!\n\nIt’s like getting relationship advice from your coolest\, most confident friends—if your friends wore sequins and knew how to turn even the most awkward question into an unforgettable burlesque routine. Our stunning dancers will perform the “solutions” to your steamiest questions\, bringing the advice to life with a mix of humor\, charm\, and plenty of sizzle.\n\nWhether you’re curious about spicing up your love life or just looking for a night of entertainment that’s a little bit naughty and a whole lot of fun\, this is the show for you! Expect laughs\, jaw-dropping performances\, and maybe a few blushes along the way.\n\nTickets are on sale now for Friday August 9th! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/rjax434\n\nTICKETS at link above are sold as: \n\nFriday August 9th GA Ticket\nPrice: $35.00 \nThese seats are first come first serve. \n  \n\n\nFriday August 9th Preferred Ticket\nPrice: $45.00 \nIncludes A VIP Gift Bag & Treats On Your Table \n  \n\n\n\n\n\nFriday Full Table of GA Tickets \nPrice: $315.00 \nA Table Seats 10. Ensure You Get Seats With All Of Your Friends By Purchasing A Full Table! You Save $35 AND We Will Put Your Name On A RESERVED Sign.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/talk-tease-please-burlesque/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230721T200022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T200022Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Heather Pierson Trio July 13
DESCRIPTION:After much deliberation\, the Franco Center events team along with Heather’s PR team have decided to cancel the Heather Pierson Trio concert slated for this Saturday\, July 13th. We will be refunding all ticket purchases. \nWe are sorry for the inconvenience.  It could take a couple of days for the refund to show up on your account.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/heather-pierson-trio-to-play-at-franco-center-july-13/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240304T160026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T160026Z
UID:13667-1719759600-1719766800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Let's Bring Them Joy comedy show fundraiser for child victims of wars
DESCRIPTION:Apportons – leurs La Joie (Let’s Bring Them Joy) \nSMS – Comedy Show \nA fundraiser for the Children Victims of Wars \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS \nFrench-speaking artists of Congo and surrounding countries put our strengths to raise funds and respond to their needs. \nJune 30\, 2024 \n3:00 PM \nBar opens at 2:00 PM to meet your friends first. \nThere will be a reception that follows – admission to the reception can be added to your ticket purchase. \nTicket prices: \nSection 1 – $265 per person \nSection 2 – $46.50 per person or $73 per couple \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/lets-bring-them-joy-comedy-show-fundraiser-for-child-victims-of-wars/
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240229T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T211406Z
UID:13632-1719759600-1719766800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Congolese comedy show for child victims of war June 30
DESCRIPTION:Apportons – leurs La Joie (Let’s Bring Them Joy) \nSMS – Comedy Show \nA fundraiser for the Children Victims of Wars \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS \nFrench-speaking artists of Congo and surrounding countries put our strengths to raise funds and respond to their needs. \nJune 30\, 2024 \n3:00 PM \nBar opens at 2:00 PM to meet your friends first. \nPerformance is in Performance Hall \nThere will be a reception that follows – admission to the reception can be added to your ticket purchase. \nTicket prices: \nSection 1 – $265 per person \nSection 2 – $46.50 per person or $73 per couple \nCLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/congolese-comedy-show-for-child-victims-of-war-june-30/
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230725T141849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T141849Z
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SUMMARY:Noon Tune La Rencontre series to feature Phil House\, Kathy Haley\, June 20
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: La Rencontre will feature musical artists Phil House and Kathy Haley in a noontime concert Thursday\, June 20\, at the Franco Center at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Tickets are $17 per person and include lunch and concert. Buy tickets at www.francocenter.org/shows or 207-689-2000. Submitted photo.  \nNoon Tunes concert to feature Phil House and Kathy Haley June 20 at Franco Center  \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center presents live musical entertainment at its quarterly La Rencontre luncheon Thursday\, June 20. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for socializing. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. followed by featured musical artists Phil House and Kathy Haley. Lunch will be chicken cordon bleu\, rice pilaf\, vegetable\, roll\, and dessert.\n \nThis event is open to everyone and is meant for the community to connect with each other and with their neighbors of diverse cultures\, languages\, and backgrounds.   \nPhil House has been playing organ at the First Universalist Church of Auburn\, at weddings at the All Souls Chapel at the Poland Spring Resort\, and many other venues for more than 35 years. House has shared the stage for about 33 years with good friend Kathy Haley of Danville.  \nHouse self-taught himself to play piano at age 5. By 12 years old he was the organist for the Bryant Pond Baptist Church. He’s played professionally in Nashville\, Tennessee\, nightclubs at night\, church during the day\, for more than a decade. When he moved back to Maine\, he played piano in Graziano’s lounge until he found a church that needed his talents. He stays busy playing at other venues including senior community living centers.  \nHaley began performing early as a church organist\, pianist and folk singer. For decades\, Haley was one of the lead singers with the Top 40 dance band Good and Plenty and the vocal group The Girls of LA. Currently she performs with My Mother’s Daughter. She is the accompanist for the Edward Little High School and Auburn Middle School choral groups. Haley’s main role is organist/choir director at the Court Street Baptist Church of Auburn.  \nTickets are $17 and include the meal and entertainment. All seats are reserved. Tickets must be purchased by noon Thursday\, June 13\, 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.  \nLa Rencontre series is sponsored by FACE Foundation\, TV5 Monde\, and the Quebec Delegation Boston. Season underwriter: Maple Way Dental. Media sponsors: Turner Publishing; Sun Journal; Uncle Andy’s Digest; Bennett Radio Group; WIGY 105.5/95.7; WOXO 92.7/100.7.  \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is in the Oxford Street mill lot. Handicap access in on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building. 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/noon-tune-la-rencontre-series-to-feature-phil-house-kathy-haley-june-20/
CATEGORIES:La Rencontre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T160748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T134615Z
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SUMMARY:Line dancing at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host line dance lessons led by Jake Hodgkin\, production and creative arts manager at the Center on Wednesday mornings. \nClasses are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. \nNight dance lessons are from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. \nNo need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dancing-at-the-franco-center-on-monday-nights-4/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T162241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T162241Z
UID:13788-1716460200-1716463800@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:FREE French conversation meet-ups at the Franco Center on Thursday mornings
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host both the beginner and the advanced French conversation groups on Thursday\, May 23. \nTIME: Starts at 10:30 a.m. and goes for about an hour. \nThe meet-ups are for those who already speak French. \nAll are welcome to attend. No need to register. Walk-ins welcome! \nhe 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. \nFor more information about the French club\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-french-conversation-meet-ups-at-the-franco-center-on-thursday-mornings/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T155905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T155905Z
UID:13757-1716210000-1716213600@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Trivia at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host an hour-long trivia event from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday\, May 20. The cost is $5 per person. No need to register. Drop ins are welcome. Trivia questions on this day will be related to the movies and TV shows of the 1960s\, ’70s\, and ’80s. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street in the former St. Mary’s Church\, Lewiston. \nFor more information\, call 207-514-7753 or email production@francocenter.org. \nTrivia will return on the third Monday each month.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/trivia-at-the-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Trivia Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230725T143251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T143251Z
UID:13112-1716058800-1716066000@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:MSO's Cityscape\, Seascape\, Soundscape concert May 18 at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:Cityscape\, Seascape\, Soundscape\n\nRohan Smith\, Conductor \nProgram: \nAaron Copland: Quiet City\n \n— featuring Tim Kenlan\, Trumpeter\, and Billie Jo Brito\, English Hornist \nClaude Debussy:  La Mer \nLudwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 7\n \n  \nConcert length with intermission: approximately 2 hours \nConcerts – Midcoast Symphony Orchestra: \nPerformance Dates: \nSaturday\, May 18\, 2024 – 7:00 p.m. – Franco Center in Lewiston
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/msos-cityscape-seascape-soundscape-concert-may-18-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T160556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T134653Z
UID:13767-1715625000-1715628600@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Line dancing at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host line dance lessons led by Jake Hodgkin\, production and creative arts manager at the Center on  Wednesday mornings. \nClasses are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. \nNo need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dancing-at-the-franco-center-on-monday-nights-2/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240315T131327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T131327Z
UID:13704-1715522400-1715529600@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Maine Music Society: 1972 musical retrospective
DESCRIPTION:1972: A Musical Retrospective\nSunday\, May 12\n2:00 pm \nYou will want to be present for this showcase of music from a variety of genres from 1972\, the year when the Maine Music Society Chorale was born. Join us as we take you back fifty years to a time that evoked an era of free spirit and creative musical expression. \nTickets – Maine Music Society (tickets are not sold through the Franco Center)
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-1972-musical-retrospective/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230725T144220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T144220Z
UID:13121-1715454000-1715461200@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Maine Music Society concerts May 11\, 12
DESCRIPTION:1972: A Musical Retrospective\nSaturday\, May 11\n7:00 pm \nSunday\, May 12\n2:00 pm \nYou will want to be present for this showcase of music from a variety of genres from 1972\, the year when the Maine Music Society Chorale was born. Join us as we take you back fifty years to a time that evoked an era of free spirit and creative musical expression. \nTickets – Maine Music Society (tickets are not sold through the Franco Center)
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maine-music-society-concerts-may-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T162120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T162120Z
UID:13786-1715250600-1715254200@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:FREE French conversation meet-ups Thursday mornings
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host both the beginner and the advanced French conversation groups on Thursday\, May 9 and Thursday\, May 23. \nTIME: Starts at 10:30 a.m. and goes for about an hour. \nThe meet-ups are for those who already speak French. \nAll are welcome to attend. No need to register. Walk-ins welcome! \nhe 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. \nFor more information about the French club\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-french-conversation-meet-ups-thursday-mornings/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240417T160500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T134825Z
UID:13765-1714989600-1714993200@francocenter.org
SUMMARY:Line dancing at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host line dance lessons led by Jake Hodgkin\, production and creative arts manager at the Center on Wednesday mornings. \nClasses are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. \nNo need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/line-dancing-at-the-franco-center-on-monday-nights/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230721T193108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T193108Z
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SUMMARY:Windham Chamber Singers performing April 30 at Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: The Windham Chamber Singers are performing in a pay-what-you-can concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday\, April 30\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows or 207-689-2000. The WCS have won awards\, performed all over the world\, and have played in concerts with well-known musical artists.  \nWindham Chamber Singers in concert at Franco Center April 30\n \nLEWISTON– The Windham Chamber Singers will perform at the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Tuesday\, April 30. The WCS group gained international attention in 1996 by winning the Prize of Vienna at the 25th International Youth and Music Festival in Vienna\, Austria. Since then\, they have captured the hearts of audiences everywhere.  \nTheir accomplishments have been recognized on NBC Nightly News and National Public Radio. The Chamber Singers have appeared on CBS This Morning\, the Today Show\, and in their own prime time holiday special broadcast on WGME TV. The choir has performed at major venues including Carnegie Hall\, St. Patrick’s Cathedral\, Notre Dame Basilica (Montreal) and the White House.    \nThe Chamber Singers have appeared in concert with artists including John Rutter\, Josh Groban\, Kenny Rogers\, Andy Williams\, The Celtic Tenors\, Dougie MacLean\, and Sean Slaughter and Master Stroke Queen Tribute. Their American Family Holiday concerts have become a holiday tradition in the Lakes Region and have featured renowned guests such as Jodi Benson\, Noel Paul Stookey (Peter\, Paul and Mary)\, Sutton Foster\, Norm Lewis\, Lindsay Mendez\, and Mandy Gonzalez.  \nThe group has made four guest appearances at the Magic of Christmas concerts with the Portland Symphony Orchestra. The choir has released five CDs on the Pine Point label and has appeared on numerous other recordings\, either as background singers or as contributors on compilation recordings.     \nIn 2018\, they celebrated the 30th anniversary of the choir with a two-day reunion that welcomed back hundreds of alumni. The anniversary was recognized with the commission of a new piece\, “Find Where the Beauty Is” by award-winning composer\, Jim Papoulis.   \nThe Windham Chamber Singers are conducted by Richard Nickerson\, who is also the Artistic Director of the Maine Music Society. He has been director of Choral Activities at Windham High School in Windham\, Maine for the past 35 years.  \n“I’m very excited for this concert as this will be our first public performance in Lewiston in the 35-year history of the choir\,” said Nickerson.  \nVisit the Windham Chamber Singers’ website to listen to their music videos: https://www.windhamchambersingers.com/video.html  \nTickets are $7 to $20 each or pay what you can.  \nDoors and cash bar open at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in person between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesday\, at BOX OFFICE TICKETS ONLINE\, 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.  \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; Dirigo Federal Credit Union; and Norway Savings Bank.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/windham-chamber-singers-performing-april-30-at-franco-center/
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20230822T195243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T195243Z
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SUMMARY:Maine's Got Talent
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nThe 10th annual Maine’s Got Talent LA’s Premier Music Competition will be held on Saturday April 27\, 2024. \nPre-show reception 6pm – Live music\, cash bar\, hor d’oeuvres \nShow 7pm – Live performances \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. \nTICKETS can be purchased through EVENTBRITE. Get your tickets at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maines-got-talent-2024-tickets-727549830127?aff=erelexpmlt \n  \n 
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/maines-got-talent/
CATEGORIES:Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240313T171956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T171956Z
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SUMMARY:Free French conversation meet-up
DESCRIPTION:The free Parlez-Vous? French conversation meet-up for the advanced group will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday\, April 25\, at the Auburn Public Library on Spring St. \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. \nFor more information about the French club\, contact Jan Sullivan at 207-239-0063. The beginner group is encouraged to find a location to meet at on this day.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/free-french-conversation-meet-up-2/
CATEGORIES:French Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240320T174526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T174526Z
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SUMMARY:Morning dance lessons at the Franco April 24
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host line dance lessons led by Jake Hodgkin\, production and creative arts manager at the Center. Lessons are held most Wednesday mornings (and a few at night) unless the Franco Center is rented and unavailable. Classes are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. \nMorning dance lessons go from 10am to 11am. \nNo need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/morning-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-april-24/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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SUMMARY:Dark Side of Somewhere 4-20 at Franco
DESCRIPTION:This Pink Floyd-themed concert followed by dance performance takes place at 7 p.m. Saturday\, April 20\, at the Franco Center. The evening will begin with an opening set from Maine piano legend Dawson Hill performing classic Pink Floyd on a grand piano before the show is turned over to the dancer/artists/performers from Nevaeh Dance Circus for a multi-media dance immersion experience that brings together video\, circus/flow arts\, and contemporary dance all set to the legendary Pink Floyd album “Dark Side of the Moon.”\n\nTickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door day of show. Tickets are not being sold through the Franco Center. Tickets can be purchased through EventBrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dark-side-of-somewhere-tickets-720651637447\n\nThe event is the work of Moovin On Productions. Questions? Email moovinonproductions@gmail.com or visit http://www.nevaehdancecircus.org/\n\n\n\nThe Franco Center is the host of the event. We are not selling tickets to this event. Our venue is located at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston. Parking is in the mill lot on Oxford Street. Handicap access via our elevator is on the Lincoln St. Alley side of our building.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/dark-side-of-somewhere-4-20-at-franco/
CATEGORIES:Cabaret,Dance,Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T110000
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SUMMARY:Morning dance lessons at the Franco April 17
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host line dance lessons led by Jake Hodgkin\, production and creative arts manager at the Center. Lessons are held most Wednesday mornings (and a few at night) unless the Franco Center is rented and unavailable. Classes are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. \nMorning dance lessons go from 10am to 11am. \nUpcoming morning dates include: April 24. \nNo need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/morning-dance-lessons-at-the-franco-april-17/
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20240320T171245Z
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SUMMARY:Time for Trivia at noon Monday\, April 15
DESCRIPTION:The daytime trivia social will return on the third Monday of April at noon. Mark your calendars: April 15. Cost is $5 per person. Doors open at 11:45 a.m. A light lunch of sandwiches and chips will be available for purchase. The questions will feature trivia about old movies and TV shows from the 1960s\, ’70s\, and ’80s. \nQuestions about the trivia socials can be directed to Jake at 207-514-7753 or production@francocenter.org. \nThe Franco Center has provided a safe place for visitors to learn about local history as well as worldwide phenomena including what life is like for immigrants\, what it was like to work in the mills\, what child labor was like\, life in Little Canada\, and the cultures of many immigrant groups including food\, music\, and dance. We share this information through events\, education programs\, tours and more than 30 display cases full of donated historical artifacts and the stories these artifacts bring to life. \nThe Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St.\, Lewiston\, in the former St. Mary’s Church. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Handicap access to the building is via an elevator on the Lincoln St. Alley side of the building. Everyone is welcome at the Franco Center; there is no membership or language requirement. Our box office is open from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. most Tuesdays and Wednesdays\, online at www.francocenter.org/shows\, and 207-689-2000.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/time-for-trivia-at-noon-monday-april-15/
CATEGORIES:Trivia Lunch
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260419T183931
CREATED:20231228T162525Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Bean Supper at Franco April 13
DESCRIPTION:The bean supper on April 13 has been cancelled.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bean-supper-at-franco-march-30/
CATEGORIES:Bean Supper
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