Led by Maestro Jinwook Park, the Colby Symphony Orchestra explores music from Russia and Norway. Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite from the popular ballet of the same title and Rimsky Korsakov’s Overture on Russian Themes are featured on the program. Edward Grieg’s tuneful Holberg Suite, a tribute to Norwegian writer Ludvig Holberg, rounds out the northern […]

A public talk with civil rights attorney Robert Garcia and health researcher Ming Kuo, joined in conversation with Maine-based leaders about why the connection of health, environment and equity matters. Click for more info.

“There will be a Public Meeting on Monday, December 5th at 7:00pm in City Council Chambers to discuss the results of the downtown traffic and parking study conducted by Gorrill Palmer.  

Throughout history, individuals have organized with others to bring about radical social change. What is it like to be on the front lines fighting for social transformation? Why do people risk life and limb to do so? Social science has addressed these questions in many different ways. This talk by Marcos Perez, postdoctoral fellow in […]

Deanna Sherman is president and CEO of Dead River Company. She started there in 1986 as the assistant manager of procurement, moved to district manager in 1988, region manager in 1997 and then vice president in the energy division in 2007. Cost is $20 for Chamber members who register ahead of time, $25 registration at […]

Steve Ball, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and MMGF Board Member, will give a talk on current efforts to address the ongoing problems associated with unexploded munitions left from wars in Vietnam and its neighbors, Cambodia and Laos, and what actions are being taken by Vietnam and partnering countries to alleviate the associated damaging social […]

Every minute eight people are forced to flee war, persecution or terror. More than 2,500 people have died trying to cross the Mediterranean in rubber dinghies and rusting fishing boats so far this year, according to the UN’s refugee agency’s report. In this multimedia performance piece by the 2016 Oak Fellow Khalid Albaih (@Khalidalbaih), you […]

Join us to hear John Willey read from his book, A Winter Apprentice. In his book, John shares insights into life in a Maine boatyard, where he worked and kept a journal from 1978 to ’79. John's perspectives are unique coming from being a scholar and private investigator. He knew he was working among a […]

Business Breakfast Series Cheif Executive & Founder of Argo Marketing Group, Inc. a 600-person contact center group located in Maine; Jason Levesque will share some of the tips for developing strategic goals and guiding your management team in the execution of those goals. Held at Thomas College Spann Student Commons in the Summit Room -180 […]

Our therapy dog friends from Kennebec Valley Love on a Leash will be in this afternoon for read-aloud time! For kids who want to practice their reading skills and for families who want a fun, calming read-aloud opportunity. Spend 15 minutes with a dog who loves to listen. Bring your own favorite book, or borrow […]

Professor of Art Véronique Plesch and her students in Art 471/French 381, Picasso’s Vollard Suite and Its Contexts, will discuss the artist’s work and their experiences interacting with the prints. Location: William D. Adams Gallery, Museum of Art.

In this concert, Harold Stover will bring to life Moody Memorial Chapel's historic Skinner Pipe Organ. A native of Latrobe, PA, Stover graduated from The Juilliard School in New York City. Now retired from full time church music work after having served as Organist and Director of Music at Second Presbyterian Church in New York […]

Featuring the Waterville Area Art Society's 30th Anniversary Show: a variety of styles by over 40 artists! Plus Wall Hangings by Rachel Marsh-Sachs, Stuffed Animals by Bonnie Hayward, Earrings by Greta Joseph, and Pottery by Nancy Meader. Lots of Holiday gift ideas! Food, drinks, live music, everyone is invited!

Holiday card making for all ages using collage, markers, LEDs, copper tape, and button batteries. This workshop is designed for ages 5 and up. Location: Mirken Education Center, Museum of Art.

Looking for some holiday cheer or a last minute gift for a special person on your Holiday list? Or do you need some special jewelry to glam up your LBD (little black dress) for the season's parties and dinners? Our upcoming Bead with Us! event is the perfectly perfect solution! Spend a Saturday morning in […]

The colder season brings thoughts of delightful treats and teas with much warmer cosplays to our minds. Let's gather together to share in those delights once again in Waterville! Hosted by the Maine Association of Cosplay Enthusiasts in partnership with Cirque du Geek, we are once again offering our holiday tea party! We'll supply the […]

We will explore the animals and plants that define the holiday season. Why does Santa have reindeer? What cultures had traditions of mistletoe, holly and bringing a big green tree into their homes? Why do the Hanukah lights traditionally have olive oil in the lamp? Find out answers to these questions and make a fun […]

Special Members' Screening With Sushi and sake tasting! New digital restoration! Juzo Itami’s rapturous “ramen western” returns to U.S. screens for the first time in decades, in a new 4K restoration. The tale of an enigmatic band of ramen ronin who guide the widow of a noodle shop owner on her quest for the perfect […]

Directed by Dr. David Stevenson, the Mount View Chamber Singers are a 20-voice choir from Mount View High School in Thorndike. Each year during Advent, the ensemble present a series of hourlong, a capella concerts by candlelight in which the singers encircle the audience. Comprising Christmas carols and other seasonal songs from many lands and […]

You are invited to attend this community discussion about ending childhood hunger in our area. This meeting will be facilitated by Full Plates Full Potential. Location: Room 3, Dean Bldg., Thayer Center for Health. (Park in Main Entrance lot). FMI: Kayla at 775-0026, ext.2081 or kblindert@fullplates.org.

The Augusta Symphony Orchestra will hold their Annual Messiah Sing-Along (Selections from Handel’s Messiah with Orchestral Accompaniment) on Wednesday December 14 at 7pm at the Snow Pond Center for the Arts.  Singing is optional, but encouraged; vocal scores are available at the door.  Admission is $10.00 for adults and is free for children and students.  […]

Over 100 of us stood in the candle-light vigil last week.  At this time, it seems more important than ever to get together, meet some wonderful people, and plan what we can do in our local community.  All opinions and directions are welcomed. We can make a powerful force if we work together! Bring a […]

Join United Way of Mid-Maine for an evening of dinner and fun, award presentations, and auctions! Dressing in theme is highly encouraged. View our Pinterest board-in-progress for costume ideas: https://www.pinterest.com/UWMidME/2016-mad-hatter-gala-and-auction/ Cash bar. Event sponsors: Kennebec Savings Bank, KVCC, and O'Brien's. All proceeds to benefit our Mid-Maine community through United Way of Mid-Maine's funded programs and initiatives. […]