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SUMMARY:250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert July 3
DESCRIPTION:250th Anniversary Commemorative Concert Friday\, July 3\n\nThe Volunteers Jazz Band Announces Patriotic Big Band Concert at the Franco Center to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary \nLEWISTON\, Maine — In celebration of the United States’ 250th Birthday\, The Volunteers Jazz Band\, The Maine Military Community Network and The Lewiston Auburn Veterans  Council have announced a special evening of music at the historic Franco Center at 7 p.m. Friday\, July 3\, 2026. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. \n“The 250th Anniversary Concert” offers a vibrant\, musical tribute to America’s rich cultural history\, timed perfectly on the eve of Independence Day. Audiences can expect an energetic\, soaring program featuring classic swing\, definitive big band arrangements\, one or two heavy metal pieces\, and stirring patriotic favorites. \nThe evening promises to utilize the stunning natural acoustics and historic grandeur of the Franco Center’s performance hall to honor the nation’s milestone birthday. From timeless jazz standards to powerful anthems that define the American spirit\, the repertoire has been meticulously curated to bring the community together in reflection and celebration. \nAdmission to the concert is free and due to anticipated high attendance for this historic milestone\, early arrival is strongly encouraged. \nEvent Details: \n\nWhat: The 250th Anniversary Concert featuring the Volunteers Jazz Band\nWhen: Friday\, July 3\, 2026\, at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)\nWhere: The Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME 04240\nAdmission: Free (Donations welcome)\n\nAbout the Volunteers Jazz Band: The Volunteers Jazz Band is a premier regional ensemble dedicated to performing at no charge for Veterans events and organizations\, including the Blue Angels\, The Travis Mills Foundation\, The Vietnam Seabees and many others. Through high-energy performances and community-focused programming\, the band frequently performs for historic commemorations\, Veterans’ events\, and many Veterans Homes throughout Maine. \n\n\n\nHere are a few music samples.\nAmerica the Beautiful\n\nAmazing Grace\n\nStars and Stripes Forever
URL:https://downtownlewiston.com/event/franco-american-war-veterans-concert-july-3/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Paint and Sip Night CANCELLED July 8
DESCRIPTION:Paint\, Sip & Create at the Franco Center! “Hot Air Balloons Over Lewiston”\nThis event has actually been POSTPONED — we just don’t know what the new date will be! Stay tuned!! These paint nights are a lot of fun!\n\n\n\nMelanie from Wicked Illustrations will guide you step-by-step as you create your own version of a hot air balloon festival painting! Make it uniquely yours!\n\n\n\n Doors & cash bar open: 6 p.m.\n Class begins: 6:30 p.m.\n Only $30 per person\n\n\n\nCome early\, grab a drink from the cash bar\, and enjoy a tasty treat from the concession stand.\n\n\n\nReserve your seat today:\nhttps://wickedillustrations.com/art-parties-and-workshops\n\n\n\n#FrancoCenter #PaintNight #PaintAndSip #LewistonMaine #MaineEvents
URL:https://downtownlewiston.com/event/paint-and-sip-night-at-the-franco-july-8/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bar and Lounge
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SUMMARY:Summer Festival cancelled
DESCRIPTION:The summer festival scheduled to take place at the Franco Center on July 25\, 2026 has been cancelled. We hope to bring it back next year! \n  \nSave the date for one of the Franco Center’s favorite summer traditions! FREE admission! \n\nHamburgers and hotdogs\, soda\, water\, cookies for sale\nBounce house\nDunk tank\nKids’ games\n\nFamilies are welcome to bring chairs or picnic blankets to set up outside and enjoy all the festivities. \nAll activities to take place in Oxford Street mill parking lot. \nNo tickets are needed!
URL:https://downtownlewiston.com/event/summer-festival-at-the-franco-center-july-11/
LOCATION:Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children
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