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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/
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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/
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CATEGORIES:Music,Renter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T140000
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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/
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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/
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CATEGORIES:Dance
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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/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest featuring Kelly MacFarland
DESCRIPTION:LEWISTON-AUBURN – 105.5 WIGY presents the final night of the Bricks & Bridges Comedy Fest at 7pm on Saturday\, Nov. 11 at the Franco Center in Lewiston.The evening will feature a variety of stand-ups\, headlined by nationally touring comedian\, Kelly MacFarland.Comic\, improviser\, and actress\, MacFarland has appeared on NBC’s Last Comic Standing\, Comedy Central\, The View\, and The Today Show. In 2019\, she performed for a packed TD Garden at Comics Come Home\, a fundraiser for the Cam Neely Foundation which helps cancer patients and their families.In the corporate arena\, MacFarland has worked with the American Heart Association\, Blue Cross Blue Shield\, and the Pittsburgh Women in Business Conference. She has also entertained U.S. troops overseas and recorded two albums available on all major streaming platforms.The night will also include a stand-up showcase and The Tightest Five finals.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  \n  \nhttps://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=194634
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/bricks-bridges-comedy-fest-featuring-kelly-macfarland/
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SUMMARY:Elvis tribute concert Nov. 17 at the Franco Center
DESCRIPTION:PHOTO CAPTION: The Franco Center will host an Elvis tribute concert featuring well-known local Robert Washington at 7 p.m. Friday\, Nov. 17. Washington has won the “Elvis Impersonator World Championship” title. He will also perform a few James Brown tunes. Tickets can be purchased online at www.francocenter.org/shows or 207-689-2000. Submitted photo. \nLEWISTON—The Franco Center will host an Elvis tribute concert featuring Robert Washington at 7 p.m. Friday\, Nov. 17. Facebook fans of World Champion Elvis Impersonator\, Robert Washington\, who is sometimes known as The Black Elvis\, say that Washington is “the best Elvis Impersonator on the planet.”  \nWashington is the first black man to win the “Elvis Impersonator World Championship” title\, and he did it in the heart of the South: Memphis\, Tennessee. Winning that title was a historic event for Washington and other black Elvis impersonators. The championship was won in Elvis’s hometown\, “where a black man with a voice like a 747 engine beat out 100 other white contenders\, some who had $30\,000 worth of plastic surgery to look like Elvis\,” according to the fan page.  But not Washington; he is the real deal. He will also perform a few James Brown tunes.\n \nTickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door day of show.  \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 BOX OFFICE TICKETS.\n \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.  \nFans have posted videos of Robert Washington performing as both Elvis and James Brown\, such as this one https://youtu.be/cMdAuRMd65Q by Stéphan Beauregard.  \nSeason Underwriter is Maple Way Dental Care; Media Sponsors are Sun Journal\, Turner Publishing\, Uncle Andy’s\, Bennett Radio Group. Show sponsor is Platz Associates.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/elvis-tribute-concert-nov-17-at-the-franco-center/
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SUMMARY:Baked Bean Supper Nov. 18
DESCRIPTION:The Franco Center will host a baked bean supper from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Saturday\, Nov. 18 in its Heritage Hall. \nChef John Pulsifer has provided the menu which typically includes \n• Beans\n• Cole Slaw\n• Hot Dogs\n• Brown Bread or Fresh Baked Biscuits\n• Coffee\, Tea\, Lemonade\n• Fresh Baked Homemade Desserts \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.
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SUMMARY:'The Nutcracker' 2023
DESCRIPTION:“A Nutcracker Christmas” 2023\n\n\nMini Nutcracker Thursday\, November 30th at 6:00 PM\nThe Dance Center Tickets\n\nFriday\, December 1st at 7:00 PM\, Show 1\nhttps://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/thedancecenterla\n\nSaturday\, December 2nd at 1:00 PM\, Show 2\nhttps://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/thedancecenterla\n\nSaturday\, December 2nd at 7:00 PM\, Show 3\nhttps://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/thedancecenterla\nTickets are sold by The Dance Center. See above links.
URL:https://francocenter.org/event/the-nutcracker-2023/
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