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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.
The groundbreaking broadcast that launched the NewYork Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning Live in HD series to movie theaters in 2006, The Magic Flute enchanted opera lovers from around the world with the whimsical humor and breathtaking puppetry of Julie Taymor’s hit production, presented in a shortened English-language version. Under the baton of Maestro James Levine, a […]
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 holiday craft […]
Music by Frédéric Chopin Choreography by John Neumeier A young bourgeois, Armand Duval, falls madly in love with Marguerite Gautier, a gorgeous courtesan celebrated by the Parisian high society. Despite her infidelity, Armand will do all he can to win the beautiful woman’s heart and convince her to leave her indulgent life. The Bolshoi Ballet […]
Join us for a Star Wars party to celebrate the release of The Force Awakens! The afternoon will include a variety of Star Wars themed games, snacks, and crafts! The party will be hosted in the Bartlett room. This event is free, and open to all ages. For more information, please call 872-5433 or email […]
What are the birds that stay during our chilly Maine winter doing? Explore how birds adapt and survive in our northern latitude. Make a bird craft to bring home.
Composer/guitarist Jim Scott, who knew Pete well and collaborated on many projects with the folk legend, will lead the audience singing many of his well-loved songs such as “If I Had a Hammer,” “Turn, Turn, Turn,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” and many others. Along with some history from Jim, we'll raise our voices […]
The next PechaKucha Night Waterville will take place on January 29, at Thomas College. Today, January 5, is the deadline for prospective presenters to submit proposals. Click for instructions on submitting a proposal.
Keep your children and grandchildren safe! Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to inspect car seats and educate parents and caregivers on the proper and safe way to transport children. No appointment needed!
Take a second chance to see one of the “rediscoveries” from MIFF 2015! “Melodrama.” “Tear jerker.” “Women’s picture.” These were the terms derisively hurled at director Douglas Sirk, trivializing some of the greatest films ever made. And Imitation of Life, his final film, was the greatest of all, a women’s picture indeed, about gender, class, […]
Stay active and have fun this winter! Join us for a snowshoe adventure every Thursday evening on the Inland Woods/Pine Ridge Trails, weather and snow conditions permitting. Snowshoes available to borrow on first come, first served. Lights are required. Ages 12 and up welcome. Meet at the trailhead behind Inland Hospital. For weekly updates, search […]
January 7, 2016 from 5:30PM - 7:00PM Hosted by Hampton Inn at 425 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville Join Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night for Meet the Reps! These events have been formed to enhance communication and relationships between business leaders and their local, state and federal elected officials. Thursday's discussion topic is […]
All blood pressure screenings are FREE. Each participate will be able to put their name in a drawing for a $25.00 gift card to the hosting store. Locations: January 8: Hannaford, Elm Plaza, Upper Main Street, Waterville. Januray 22: Shaw's, Shaw's Plaza, Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville.
The ORIGINAL Coen Brothers classic, presented in a new digital version for its 20th anniversary! The ultimate American winter story, set in a North Dakota far colder and snowier and full of natives of unflappable middle American goofiness than we are here in Maine. Fargo stars Frances McDormand, William H. Macy and Steve Buscemi, who lead […]
From Brazilian favelas to dusty Congolese villages, from neo-lithic Scottish isles to modern soccer pitches, Bounce explores the little-known origins of our favorite sports, the passion that they inspire, and why the ball occupies such a central place in these games. The evolutionary biologists, anthropologists and historians who have studied play know that anything that […]
Ms. Jenn brings her high-energy mix of music, movement, songs and stories to Family Storytime. Get ready to move and groove and, along the way, learn about healthy eating choices. Especially for kids ages 4 and up, but everyone is welcome to get a move on; grownups too!
Almost 170 years on, Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfillment on her own terms. From her beginnings as a destitute orphan, Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, surviving poverty, injustice and the discovery of […]
In The Skill of a Seeker, Marilyn R. Pukkila talks about the generation who grew up with both the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks and an unexpected, non-violent hero in Harry Potter. A librarian and instructor at Colby College, Marilyn teaches courses on Tolkien, women in myth and fairy tale, the religion of contemporary Witchcraft, […]
William Farrell serves as Vice President for Corporate and Foundation Relations at Mercy Corps, a leading relief and development organization with ongoing operations in 43 countries, nearly 4,500 staff, and an annual operating budget of over $300 million. He helps develop partnerships to increase the reach and results of Mercy Corps' work. Prior to this […]
Join Healthy Northern Kennebec for a free, self-guided tour and practice skills like reading and comparing food labels, identifying whole grains, and shopping on a budget! Get a free $10 Hannaford gift-card, reusable grocery bag, tasty recipes and simple tips on buying healthy, low-cost foods. Come anytime between 3:00 and 6:00 and plan on adding […]
A free showing and moderated discussion about Spike Lee’s film and themes of gun violence, sexuality, feminism, and power. Spike Lee is back with his hottest film in years, an ingenious updating of Aristophanes’ Lysistrata, transposed to the South Side of Chicago, where the women have had enough of gun violence and come together with a […]
Join us as former Waterville mayor and current Maine governor Paul R. LePage shares his perspectives on what is necessary to move Maine forward. Cost is $17 for Chamber members registering by the preceding Friday, $19 late registration for members, or $25 at the door and for general admission. Registration includes a hot breakfast buffet. […]
This is where you can find the answers to basic questions about Medicare such as: What is Medicare? When and where do I sign up? What services are covered? What is the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit? What is the cost for Medicare? What is Medicare Supplemental Insurance? And more… Suggested Donation: $15.00. Pre-registration is required. […]
The staff of Senator Angus S. King, Jr. will hold constituent hours in the Fireplace Room on the first floor of the library to hear your concerns. For more information, call 800-432-1599.
An episode screening and discussion of “Why Not Us” from Roadtrip Nation. Follow the journeys of four young people — all first in their families to go to college — as they travel across the country to interview inspiring individuals who were also first in their families to pursue higher education. Part of Colby’s First Generation to […]