AFRAN
Our Mission
AFRAN's mission is to create understanding of the world's French heritage through the arts and humanities. The purpose of our programming is to present a historical and multicultural approach to arts and humanities, while interpreting the role French presence has played in the Midwest, particularly in northwestern Minnesota.
2024 Board of Directors
President: Virgil Benoit
Vice President: Alexander Aman
Treasurer: Sheila Capistran
Secretary: Jenna Aman
Director: Tim Brosseau
Director: Jason Benoit
Director: Sheryl O’Donnell
Director: Greg Newman
2024 Chautauqua Festival
August 24th - 12:30 PM to 9:30 PM
August 25th - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Chautauqua 2024 Lineup:
- The Skally Line Americana Duo
- Ryan Keplin Metis Band
- Eugene StandingCloud
- New Riverside Ramblers Cajun Band
- Crookston Community Band
- Keith Bear and Bud Larsen in duo with Troyd Geist
Events spread out in the park both days include art and crafts activities
Authentic Festival menu Noon to 3:00 PM with pig roast 5:00 to 7:00 PM Saturday
Pig Roast Ticket: $15 in advance or $20 at dinnertime
Festival food on Sunday
Hope to see you there!
