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Grey Nuns exhibit at the Franco

NewsBy Denise ScammonMarch 11, 2022

“They came, they served.  Elles sont venues, Elles ont servi.” The Grey Nuns exhibit at the Franco was created to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Sisters of Charity in…

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La Rencontre on March 10, 2022

NewsBy Denise ScammonFebruary 19, 2022

La Rencontre connects our extended Franco-American family with our neighbors of diverse cultures. Meals and stories are shared, friends are reunited, and memories are made. Get tickets at www.francocenter.org or…

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Comedy at the Franco in February 2022

EventsBy Denise ScammonFebruary 19, 2022

Maine Event Comedy is hosting another incredible night of comedy on February 26, at 7:30pm Doors open an hour earlier for social hour; the bar will be available. If you’ve missed…

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La Rencontre in March to feature traditional Irish meal, Franco music

UncategorizedBy Denise ScammonFebruary 16, 2022

La Rencontre brings culture, performing arts, language to the region Gendron Franco Center, Thursday, March 10, 2022 LEWISTON–Diverse cultures, performing arts, and languages come together at the Gendron Franco Center…

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interior of church with people seated in pews and alter lit brightly

Save Our Stones 2022

NewsBy Denise ScammonJanuary 29, 2022

Photo caption: From our photo files comes this photo of the last mass held at St. Mary’s Church in the year 2000. The year 2022 marks the 22nd year of…

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Meet the Clock Maker: Alphee Pratte

EventsBy Denise ScammonJanuary 24, 2022

.LEWISTON—You can see the ornate clock built by Alphee Pratte (1923-2012) in the upstairs lobby of the Gendron Franco Center. His children–Solange Pepin, Jean Pratte, Bibianne Laliberte, and Camille Laliberte–donated…

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Mallett Brothers Concert postponed until June

UncategorizedBy Denise ScammonJanuary 17, 2022

PHOTO CAPTION: The Mallett Brothers will headline a concert at the Gendron Franco Center with the Greg Boardman Trio as the opening act. Tickets can be purchased at 207-689-2000 or online at…

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Recipe: Cretons

NewsBy Denise ScammonJanuary 12, 2022

Recipe: Cretons A delicious French-Canadian pate de maison. Makes 3 cups. Cooking time: 1 hour Ingredients: 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped 1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped 1 Cup milk 1…

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Crepes: Delicate and delicious pancakes

NewsBy Denise ScammonDecember 28, 2021

Crepes, a recipe shared by Rita Dube French crepes are thin and delicate pancakes that can be filled with anything you like, such as fresh fruit, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream, according…

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Winter Extravaganza 2021 fundraiser deemed a success

NewsBy Denise ScammonDecember 19, 2021

LEWISTON–Gendron Franco Center staff and board members have called the Winter Extravaganza fundraiser held Friday, Dec. 17, 2021 a success. Board President Elaine Roop welcomed the audience to the event…

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Upcoming Events

Nov 5
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

MMS bringing Battle of the Blends to Franco stage Nov. 5

Nov 12
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Family-friendly magic and illusion show coming to our stage Nov. 12

Nov 19
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tom Petty tribute band to play at Franco on Nov. 19

Dec 1
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Mini Nutcracker on Dec. 1 features ages two through six

Dec 2
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Nutcracker at the Franco Center on Dec. 2 and 3

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46 Cedar Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
Tickets (207) 689-2000
Administration (207) 783-1585

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We are grateful for our sponsor support! Roopers , Valley Beverage, TV5 Monde, Androscoggin Bank, Berman & Simmons and Floor Systems, Hebert Construction LLC, DaVinci's Eatery, Isaacson & Raymond, Mechanics Savings Bank, Norway Savings Bank, Emerson Chevrolet - Buick, MedCo (The Healing Co), Androscoggin Home HealthCare, Austin Associates. Our Gracious Media Sponsors: Turner Publishing, Uncle Andy's Digest, Sun Journal, Bennett Radio Group, and Penmor Lithographers

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