BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Celebrate St. Jean Baptist Day DESCRIPTION:Celebrate St. Jean-Baptiste Day at the Franco CenterThe Franco Center\, in partnership with the Franco-American Collection at USM-LA\, invites you to a special St. Jean-Baptiste Day Celebration and La Rencontre on Wednesday\, June 24\, 2026\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston.Join us for an evening of music\, food\, history\, and community as we celebrate French-Canadian heritage and the traditions that have connected generations of Franco-Americans throughout Maine and New England.Doors open at 5 p.m. with a cash bar and opportunities to socialize in both French and English. Dinner begins at 6 p.m.\, followed by live entertainment throughout the evening.This year's celebration pays tribute to the rich history of St. Jean-Baptiste festivities in Lewiston\, where large parades\, community gatherings\, and cultural celebrations once brought thousands together. Historical photographs and stories from past celebrations will help bring these cherished traditions to life.Entertainment Schedule6:30 p.m. Robert Sylvain and Steve Muise8:00 p.m. Greg Boardman and Aidan BoardmanFiddler Steve Muise and singer Robert Sylvain blend traditional Acadian fiddle tunes and French-language folk songs with contemporary influences\, creating an energetic and authentic celebration of Franco-American culture. Greg Boardman and Aidan Boardman continue the evening with music rooted in Maine's Scotch\, Irish\, and French traditions.Dinner Menu\nEnjoy a delicious Franco-American meal featuring:Traditional P t chinoisVegetarian P t chinois optionGreen saladRollsComplimentary water\, lemonade\, and coffeeSodas and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.Ticket PricesAdults: $22Seniors: $18Children (12 and under): $12Ticket prices include dinner and all ticketing fees. To purchase a Ticket\, please click hereImportant: Tickets must be purchased by 5 p.m. on June 17\, 2026 so meal quantities can be finalized. Meals will not be available for purchase at the door.This event is made possible through the generous support of the Qu bec Delegation in Boston\, TV5MONDE\, and Schooner Estates.Gather with friends\, family\, and neighbors for an evening of culture\, music\, and camaraderie as we honor the enduring spirit of St. Jean-Baptiste Day and the vibrant Franco-American community.For additional information\, please contact the Franco Center at 207-689-2000. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:




Celebrate St. Jean-Baptiste Day at the Franco Center

The Franco Center\, in partnership with the Franco-American Collection at USM-LA\, invites you to a special St. Jean-Baptiste Day Celebration and La Rencontre on Wednesday\, June 24\, 2026\, at the Franco Center\, 46 Cedar Street in Lewiston.

Join us for an evening of music\, food\, history\, and community as we celebrate French-Canadian heritage and the traditions that have connected generations of Franco-Americans throughout Maine and New England.

Doors open at 5 p.m. with a cash bar and opportunities to socialize in both French and English. Dinner begins at 6 p.m.\, followed by live entertainment throughout the evening.

This year'\;s celebration pays tribute to the rich history of St. Jean-Baptiste festivities in Lewiston\, where large parades\, community gatherings\, and cultural celebrations once brought thousands together. Historical photographs and stories from past celebrations will help bring these cherished traditions to life.

Entertainment Schedule

Fiddler Steve Muise and singer Robert Sylvain blend traditional Acadian fiddle tunes and French-language folk songs with contemporary influences\, creating an energetic and authentic celebration of Franco-American culture. Greg Boardman and Aidan Boardman continue the evening with music rooted in Maine'\;s Scotch\, Irish\, and French traditions.

Dinner Menu
Enjoy a delicious Franco-American meal featuring:

Sodas and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

Ticket Prices

Ticket prices include dinner and all ticketing fees. To purchase a Ticket\, please click here

Important: Tickets must be purchased by 5 p.m. on June 17\, 2026 so meal quantities can be finalized. Meals will not be available for purchase at the door.

This event is made possible through the generous support of the Qué\;bec Delegation in Boston\, TV5MONDE\, and Schooner Estates.

Gather with friends\, family\, and neighbors for an evening of culture\, music\, and camaraderie as we honor the enduring spirit of St. Jean-Baptiste Day and the vibrant Franco-American community.

For additional information\, please contact the Franco Center at 207-689-2000.


LOCATION:46 Cedar St. Lewiston ME 04240 UID:e.4124.1481799 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260611T044100Z URL:https://events.upliftlamaine.com/list/Details/celebrate-st-jean-baptist-day-1756241?sourceTypeId=Hub END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR