Denny Breau to perform at La Rencontre March 7
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesThe 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 […]
Art exhibit, reception, tour at Franco Center March 9
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesPaper Arts exhibit, reception, tour at Franco Center March 9 LEWISTON—The Franco Center will host an hour-long art exhibit, reception and tour from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 9, to celebrate the art works of 10 students completing its 9-week Onion Foundation-funded paper arts workshop led by local artist Karen Brooks. The public is welcome to attend this free event. “This arts education program at the Franco Center featured multi-session, hands-on, skill-based art lessons culminating in an exhibit and celebration,” said Denise Scammon, marketing and development director at the Franco Center. “I’ve worked with Karen Brooks in a similar […]
Magic Bus: The Who tribute band coming to Franco Center March 9
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesPHOTO CAPTION: Portland-based The Who tribute band, Magic Bus, is coming to the Franco Center at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 9. Tickets are available at 207-689-2000 and www.francocenter.org/shows. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Submitted photo. Magic Bus: The Who tribute band coming to Franco Center March 9 LEWISTON–Magic Bus, The Who tribute band based in Portland, Maine, will bring their performance to the Franco Center stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 9. The Who, one of rock’s most iconic bands, made the charts in 1964 with their hit song, “Can’t Explain.” That was the beginning of [...]
Live Music by FRENZIE
The Pub at Baxter, 120 Mill St, Lewiston, ME 04240, USA , United StatesJoin us for live music by FRENZIE at The Pub from 7-10PM! Walk-ins and reservations welcome! No cover charge.
BMW Last Hurrah
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesBMW: Breau Miller West, will perform from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 10, at the Franco Center. The trio consists of well-known local musicians Denny Breau, Mark Miller, and Arlo West. Doors and cash bar will open at 1 p.m. with a meet-and-greet. The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the door and can be purchased in advance online at TICKETS or by calling 207-689-2000. Our box office is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for those who want to buy tickets in person. [...]
Free French conversation meetup
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesFree French conversation meeting for anyone who speaks French.
CANCELLED Glow Dance Party
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Glow Dance Party at Heritage Hall Bar
PALE ALE RELEASE PARTY
The Pub at Baxter, 120 Mill St, Lewiston, ME 04240, USA , United StatesJoin us for the official release of BAXTER PALE ALE! The newest beer to join our year-round line-up. We are proud to present you with Baxter Pale Ale, our take on a timeless style. Each sip has a dose of nostalgia and a balanced flavor profile to keep you coming back for more. We brewed this beer to complement your everyday activities and celebrate our namesake, Baxter State Park. On Saturday, March 16th, we will be releasing Baxter Pale Ale for the first time ever right at The Pub at Baxter! Available in both cans to go and on draft, [...]
Maine Music Society concerts March 16, 17
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesMaine Music Society concert March 16, 17 Tickets – Maine Music Society Concert III A Breath of Mozart Saturday, March 16 7:00 pm Sunday, March 17 2:00 pm Our classical concert will feature Mozart with a glorious representation of music from the earlier centuries and the modern composer Trotta’s multi-movement work titled A Breath of Ecstasy.
Maine Music Society concert March 17
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesMaine Music Society concert Tickets – Maine Music Society (tickets are not sold through the Franco Center) Concert III A Breath of Mozart Sunday, March 17 2:00 pm Our classical concert will feature Mozart with a glorious representation of music from the earlier centuries and the modern composer Trotta’s multi-movement work titled A Breath of Ecstasy.
Poutine, Pea Soup & Trivia Social
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesNEW DATE: Monday, March 18 CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE TICKETS The Franco Center has announced a new lunchtime social: Poutine, Pea Soup & Trivia. The first social will take place from NOON to 2 p.m. Monday, March 18, at the Franco Center, 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston. This event is a time for all Franco-Americans and others in the community to come together and socialize. This social will be less structured than our La Rencontre luncheons that typically feature some form of entertainment. This trivial social will feature Franco foods such as poutine and pea soup at NOON. The menu will [...]
Line dance lessons aka exercise at the Franco Center
Franco Center 46 Cedar Street, Lewiston, ME, United StatesThe 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 unless the Franco Center is rented and unavailable. Classes are for all levels of dancing experience. $5 donation at the door. Dance lessons go from 10am to 11am. Upcoming dates include: March 20 and 27; April 3, 10, 17, and 24. No need to pre-register. Walk-ins welcome! The Franco Center is at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston. Park in the mill lot on Oxford St. Come in through the Heritage Hall doors.