The Franco Center presents a luncheon with live musical entertainment at its quarterly La Rencontre luncheon Thursday, March 7. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for socializing. Lunch consisting of pot roast, potatoes, carrots, and dessert is served at 11:30 a.m. followed by featured musical entertainment by Denny Breau. 

TICKETS

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. 

After lunch, Denny Breau will provide the entertainment. Breau started playing guitar when he was nine years old and was performing professionally by his early teens. During more than 30 years as a full-time musician, he has performed with many well-known artists and picked alongside outstanding guitarists 

Tickets are $17 and include the meal and entertainment. All seats are reserved. Tickets must be purchased by noon Monday, March 4, so we can plan the number of meals to prepare. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 

Call 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. 

La Rencontre series is sponsored by FACE Foundation, TV5 Monde, and the Quebec Delegation Boston.  

The 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.