LEWISTON—The Franco Center will host author David Vermette, who writes about Franco American heritage and culture, at noon, Wednesday, April 10. This is a free presentation.

 His book “A Distinct Alien Race: The Untold Story of Franco-Americans: Industrialization, Immigration, Religious Strife.” 

It is suggested that attendees buy the featured books ahead of the book talk at Amazon or other online book stores. 

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.