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Including events based around, anime, manga, movies, art, cosplay and more, Cirque du Geek is a celebration of everything that excites us about being a geek! It is a free 3-day convention that takes place at the Waterville Public Library every September. Join us at our opening night cosplay dance with visiting DJ, Mick Pratt! […]
Preschoolers, toddlers, and their grown-ups are invited to a brief exploration of the museum, after which we will read a children’s book related to the month’s theme. Then head to the Mirken Education Classroom to have a snack and create your own works of art. No RSVP is required, but the program is limited to 30 participants. Location: William D. […]
Learn all about the different types of trees in our beautiful state, from pine to birch and everything in between! Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for youth under 18
The musicians of Novel Jazz have been performing straight-ahead jazz around Maine and New England for over three decades. They draw from the Great American Songbook and specialize in the works of Edward Kennedy ("Duke") Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. The band members hail from all over Maine…Belfast, Buxton, Chebeague Island, Gardiner, Newcastle, Thomaston and Vassleboro. […]
Who you gonna call? Decades later, the original Ghostbusters is just more pure fun than ever, silly and smart in equal parts. The nonpareil comic cast, including Bill Murray, Dan Ackroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis and Ernie Hudson seem to be having as much fun as the audience in Ivan Reitman’s hilarious comedy […]
Here’s exactly 100 words about the best of 3 years worth of films from the most unique festival we know of, presented here for one show only! 100 Words films are just that – exactly 100 spoken words. This special “Best Of” collection showcases 18 outstanding, original films representing the best films chosen from more […]
September 12 5:00 to 7:00 PM at 4 Sanger Ave., Waterville Come join KV Connect, Waterville’s young professionals group, for an exciting evening of networking and socialization while helping to support a great cause! This month, we're at Are You Ready To Party! Admission is a $5.00 suggested donation to benefit Spectrum Generations Waterville […]
Exhibit runs: September 6 - October 19 Opening Reception: Tuesday, September 12 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Frati has shown, taught and sold art throughout Maine in the years since. A prolific artist, he now lives and works at his family homestead in Palmyra. A 150-year-old barn serves as a studio and gallery. As a painter, […]
This new class will offer instruction to create a large plate, small plate, bowl, and a drinking vessel. The last session will focus on glazing all pieces in the place setting. Participants are encouraged to prepare ideas that will help fabricate their individual place settings. Students should consider styles, colors, and textures that will inform […]
In a world fractured by unjust relations among humans, in a world in which humans have been wreaking global climate destruction, what kinds of ways of being human might make it possible for humans to have a future at all? And, are there better ways of imagining and being human? In this talk, Denise Buell, […]
This thirteen-week program is tailored to meet the needs and learning styles of any male parenting a child! The class focuses on and explains: the roots of fathering, nurturing children and self, positive discipline methods, managing anger and resolving conflict, teamwork with partner, balancing work and fathering, and more. Class meets Wednesdays, September 13 – December […]
Jinyan Zeng, the 2017 Oak Fellow, is a Chinese human rights activist and scholar who uses digital storytelling to expose and oppose political repression. She began her filmmaking career a decade ago while under house arrest in Beijing. In this her first public address to the Maine community, Zeng talks about the power of love […]
Enjoy a celebration of the museum’s new exhibitions, including the 2017 Faculty Biennial show, featuring artists Bradley Borthwick, Bevin Engman, Gary Green, Amanda Lilleston, and Garry Mitchell. The opening reception kicks off at 4:30 p.m. with a faculty-artist panel discussion and family-friendly hands-on activities. Then at 6:30, join us for live music, food, and drinks.
The ukulele is now more popular than ever before and very affordable. This versatile instrument is no longer just for Hawaiian music, it is used for rock, jazz, classical, folk and even heavy metal. Learn to play chords and tunes, while also being introduced to tablature and music sight-reading. Prerequisites This class is recommended for […]
Join Us for a Night Talking all Things Technology and Innovation! Central Maine's technology community comes together for a fun night of collaboration, drinks, food, and networking. At Tech Night you will be connected with technologists that share a passion for learning, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. September Tech Talk From NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory to Software Development […]
Common Street Art is pleased to present work by Maine artists Barbara Sullivan and Juliet Karelsen in the exhibition Into the Forest: Flora, Fauna, Lichen, Moss on view from September 13 through October 28, 2017. This exhibition will explore the themes of our natural environment, preservation, conservation, and biological diversity. Central Maine is a region […]
This evening will feature author Earl Smith in a conversation with Morning Sentinel journalist Amy Calder. A former Colby College dean, Smith is the author of five books including "Head of Falls," a book of historical fiction about a teenage Lebanese girl growing up on the riverfront in 1950's Waterville. Post-interview book signing opportunity will be […]
If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius. The musicians in this 6 to 7-piece Talking Heads Tribute take pride in faithfully recreating the music of Talking Heads entire career. Together they bring much of the Heads unique live show to the stage, […]
September 15, 16, 22, 23 at 7:30 p.m. September 17 and 24 at 2:00 p.m. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to the Harold Alfond Cancer Center When Annie's husband John dies of leukemia, she and best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. They manage […]
Join Common Street Arts to build a “Community Rock,” in response to the current exhibition Into the Forest. Working with artist Juliet Karelsen, create and experiment with colors, textures, shapes and forms of lichens, mosses, rocks and other elements in our natural environment to create your own lichens! Then attach your creations to a “ommunity […]
Why does the moon have phases? Explore all things related to Earth’s Moon! Make a moon craft and learn all about the light in the night sky.
Printable Version of the Family Fun Poster Celebrate the 2017/2018 Let's Go! Family Fun Series and kick off a new program year with these fun activities: 5-2-1-0 games and activities Kite making and flying (free kits for first 200 kids!) Trail Walks Musical Petting Zoo And More!!! The $500 L.L. Bean Gift Card winner will […]
It's Only a Few Weeks Away! ? Where else can you find a hula hoop contest, limbo challenge, and M.C. Jeff Peterson? Wax up your board, pack up your woodie, and dig out your best Hawaiian shirt for the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center's biggest night of the year, the 18th annual Celebrity Dinner! […]
Dale Finseth and Art Grindle of the Kennebec Soil and Water Conservation District will present a workshop that will help landowners and users, landscape and forest professionals, and all residents of the state identify current and potential invasive forest pests, understand the threats to our forests and woodlands posed by these pests, and learn how to report […]