4/11/2022 COVID Update: The State of Maine no longer requires masking or proof of vaccination to attend any public events, but individual venues are free to do so. For the latest information, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention or the State of Maine’s COVID site.

World Premiere at MIFF: American Thief

Skowhegan Drive-In 201 Waterville Rd., Skowhegan, ME

The 23rd edition of the Maine International Film Festival, taking place at the Skowhegan Drive-In July 7-16, will feature the world premiere showing of the American independent political thriller American Thief as its Centerpiece Film selection.The film shows at 8:45 p.m. on Sat., July 11, and the filmmakers will be present at the event. Individual tickets […]

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Curious Kids Hour!

Curious Kids Hour! Event Type: Children's Room Wednesdays, July 15th - August 12th! Looking for answers to the who, what, where, and why's of the world around us!   August 5th: Medicine Makers w/Maine Discovery Museum*   Observe what happens when an antacid medicine mixes with water. After observing, it'll be your job to recreate an […]

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Star Party with John Meader

Quarry Road Recreation Area 300 Quarry Road, Waterville, ME

Join us for a tour of the night sky in a properly socially distanced star party at Quarry Rd, near the yurt, after the MIFF film Latcho Drom. John Meader, of Northern Stars Planetarium, will lead a tour of the constellations visible, sharing his knowledge of stars, visible planets, and the Milky Way which will […]

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Employment Law

Waterville Country Club 39 Country Club Road, Oakland, ME

Join Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce for a Business Breakfast at Waterville Country Club, Thursday July 16, 7:15 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. This month, Erik Peters, attorney with the Law Office of Kelly, Remmel & Zimmerman, P.A., will discuss current topics in employment law and when to utilize non-disclosure agreements. Some items regarding CDC guidelines for attendance: […]

Caring for employees during COVID-19

If you want your employees and your customers focused on why they’re at your business, instead of on whether they’ll get sick, you’ll want to attend our series. Our panels of experts will cover the topics and contingencies you need to prepare for to have your workforce present, engaged, and safe. Topics will include: Plan […]

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On the Road: Viles Arboretum

Many of us are lamenting the limitations of travel this summer. Thankfully we live in a state of extreme beauty with many fascinating places to visit. Here at WC!, we realize there are numerous destinations off the beaten path where we can explore Maine’s incredible art, artists, and natural landscape. The On the Road series […]

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Movies in the Parking Lot

While we are unable to host Moves in the Park as we have in the past- that won't stop us! This year, the Children's Discovery Museum and the Augusta Downtown Alliance are thrilled to announce the return of Movies in the Parking Lot as a Drive-In Movie experience! Because of limited space, this year you […]

On the Road: Artist Nick Rossi

Many of us are lamenting the limitations of travel this summer. Thankfully we live in a state of extreme beauty with many fascinating places to visit. Here at WC!, we realize that there are numerous destinations off the beaten path where we can explore Maine’s incredible art, artists, and natural landscape. The On the Road […]

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“Bee Hotel” Art Kits for All Distribution

The George J Mitchell School Wednesday, July 22 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. FREE Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market Thursday, July 23 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE The newest Art Kit for All is a "Make Your Own Bee Hotel Kit" that shows you how to make an awesome hotel for pollinators! Art Kits are […]

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Covid-19 Roundtable – Shared Challenges

Topic:  COVID-19 Roundtable Discussion - Shared Challenges, Common Questions, and Planning for the Unknown Description:  Submit your questions before the roundtable discussion to lwabbott@northernlight.org. Topics will include: 1. Science behind the virus 2. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and supply chain 3. Capabilities of our health system 4. Financial status 5. Treating mental health side effects […]

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On the Road: Pownalborough Courthouse

Many of us are lamenting the limitations of travel this summer. Thankfully we live in a state of extreme beauty with many fascinating places to visit. Here at WC!, we realize there are numerous destinations off the beaten path where we can explore Maine’s incredible art, artists, and natural landscape. The On the Road series […]

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On the Road: Tandem Glass

Many of us are lamenting the limitations of travel this summer. Thankfully we live in a state of extreme beauty with many fascinating places to visit. Here at WC!, we realize there are numerous destinations off the beaten path where we can explore Maine’s incredible art, artists, and natural landscape. The On the Road series […]

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Reducing COVID-19 Risk when Schools Open

We are focusing our attention on the youth of Maine next week. As the school year approaches we are getting many questions from across the state asking for guidance. Join us next week as Northern Light Health and a University of Maine expert share their insights. Register today at https://emhs.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOmtrDwqHNPmN37bAki3kBZ5EtT8Kj0- Week 8 – A Focused […]

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On the Road: Rail Trail and Circling the Square Gallery

This week we visit lovely Gardiner, Maine, where the Kennebec Rail Trail and Circling the Square gallery are located. The 6.5 mile Kennebec River Rail Trail welcomes locals and visitors alike for walking, running, cycling, skateboarding, rollerblading, and dog walking. The trail is 10 feet wide, making physical distancing easy to maintain! The trail parallels […]

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On the Road: ArtDogs in Gardiner

Many of us are lamenting the limitations of travel this summer. Thankfully we live in a state of extreme beauty with many fascinating places to visit. Here at WC!, we realize that there are numerous destinations off the beaten path where we can explore Maine’s incredible art, artists, and natural landscape. The On the Road […]

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Blood Drive

Best Western Plus 375 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Drive is FULL - all time slots have been allocated. The American Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive 11 AM - 4 PM on Monday, Aug 3, 2020 at the Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel in Waterville. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS or click here to sign up: https://rcblood.org/38fTa2b  

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Lion Relief Sculpture Art Kits for All Distribution

The George J. Mitchell School Wednesday, August 5 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. FREE Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market Thursday, August 6 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. FREE The newest kit is the Lion Relief Sculpture kit inspired by Bernard Langlais work in the Colby College Museum of Art collections! This week, we will be at […]

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A Conversation with Dr. Shah

Be sure to Join us next week as Northern Light Health has a COVID-19 conversation with Dr. Nirav Shah, director of the Maine CDC.  Topics will include: Data benchmarks to look for Steps to take as a family What’s new with testing/vaccine potential Facts versus fiction So you don’t miss out, be sure to register here. Also, […]

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Outdoor Yoga for Children

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

“Outdoor Yoga for Children”— In-Person Instruction Imagine your kids learning yoga—right on the library lawn! That’s the very special instruction coming from the wonderful local yoga teacher, Stephanie Pinnette. Geared toward children ages 3 to 8, Stephanie’s easy, step-by-step instruction will help promote a healthy body, enhanced coordination, improved concentration, and reduced stress in your […]

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Free Food Box

Waterville Elks Lodge 76 Industrial Street, Waterville, ME, United States

Tuesday, Aug 11, 2020, from 10 am – 1 pm, at the Waterville Elks Lodge, volunteers will distribute over 1000 boxes of farm fresh Maine food. Cold milk, cheese and potatoes from Maine Farms are free to Maine families. This is a “truck to trunk,” drive-thru event - One box of food per car, please. […]

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Virtual Art + Conversation: The Sea in a Jug

Listen to the curators of The Sea in a Jug: The Welch Collection of Islamic and Later Indian Art—student Alaleh Naderi ’21, Marta E. Ameri, Assistant Professor of Art, Beth Finch, Lunder Curator of American Art, and Qianni Zhu, Mirken Family Postbaccalaureate Fellow in Museum Practice—discuss the history, art, and architecture of the Islamic world. […]

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Safe Return to Business

Be sure to join us next Thursday, August 13 at 11 am - Maine businesses will talk about their experiences with COVID-19.  Topics will include:  Lessons Learned Safely Moving Forward Register today at https://emhs.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtdeiqrjMtHNM7DWDROBJ0yf7C_qKom_w6.  If you’ve missed any of our Zoom Safe Return to Business Conferences you can access our materials by visiting our webpage […]

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Tech Talk

Central Maine Growth Council Presents Telehealth, More Than Just Video: MaineGeneral’s approach to virtual care By Dr. Andrew Dionne, Chief Medical Officer   and Laura Mrazik, Telehealth Coordinator, of MaineGeneral Health   COVID-19 has rapidly increased the demand for telehealth services across the nation, as patients seek more streamlined, convenient healthcare experiences.  Dr. Andrew Dionne, […]

On the Road: Soap Making

This week we will visit the town of Waldoboro and the Long Winter Soap Company! Long Winter Soap Company is owned and operated by Amanda Nelson and her husband Lucas McNelly. Amanda began the business when her first child reacted badly to the chemicals in regular soaps and detergents. She began to experiment with making […]

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