The royal apartments of Queen Mekhmene Banu are plunged into mourning — her young sister, Princess Shyrin, is dying. The Princess will only be saved if the Queen gives Shyrin her beauty. The Queen decides to sacrifice herself, but later regrets her action when she is disfigured and Shyrin falls in love with the Queen's […]

Cyber warfare can be thought of as the latest embodiment of military intelligence. The ubiquity of computing devices has blurred the distinction between kinetic and non-kinetic forms of warfare. In his talk, Prof. George Markowsky will survey the precursors of cyberwarfare, the current state of cyberwarfare and some scenarios for how it might develop in […]

It's that time again! Please join us for our annual Kringleville Dinner and Auction, which is sponsored by Camden National Bank. We'll have a Happy Hour with a silent auction, 5:00 — 6:00, followed by a full sit-down dinner, which will include Roasted Vegetable Salad, Oven Roasted Breast of Turkey w/herb sauce, sourdough stuffing, and […]

Back by popular demand! National Theatre Live's 2011 broadcast of Frankenstein returns to cinemas as part of the National Theatre's 50th anniversary celebrations. Frankenstein enjoyed a sell-out run at the National Theatre, and went on to win awards including the 2012 Olivier Award for Best Actor for Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller. Oscar-winner Danny […]

Richard Eyre's mesmerizing production of Bizet's steamy melodrama returns with mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili singing her signature role of the ill-fated gypsy temptress. Aleksandrs Antonenko plays her desperate lover, the soldier Don José, and Ildar Abdrazakov is the swaggering bullfighter, Escamillo, who comes between them. Pablo Heras-Casado conducts the irresistible score, which features one beloved and […]

Kathryn Altman, Robert Altman’s wife, and Michael Murphy, one of the perhaps the greatest of contemporary American directors’ favorite actors, return to Waterville (after lending their luminous presences to MIFF 2013) to introduce and discuss the fabulous new film about him, in which both — particularly Kathryn, who practically narrates! — are prominently featured. Ron […]

Maine's own "wicked funny" comedian makes his annual appearance at the Waterville Opera House! Two performances: 7:00 and 9:00 PM.

After 20 years in the music biz, self-described "Little Folksinger” Ani DiFranco is still technically little, although her influence on fellow musicians, activists, and indie-minded people the world over has been huge. She still proudly identifies as a folksinger, too, but her understanding of that term has always been far more expansive than a bin […]

There really were book clubs before Oprah’s. Really. Ana likes everyone to think her life is perfect; from her adoring husband and ideal job, to her greatest passion: Book Club. As hostess, she rules the group with an iron fist in a velvet-cake glove. BUT she does allow everyone to take a turn selecting books […]

Commissioner Patricia Aho is scheduled to speak at the Chamber’s Leading Women’s Luncheon.  Patricia Aho has lead the Department of Environmental Protection since September 2011, previously serving as Deputy Commissioner. As commissioner, she has focused on making improvements to assistance, compliance, and environmental literacy for all members of the regulated community and public. Registration for […]

Mental Health First Aid is national best-practice, evidenced-based certification course that is 8 hours long and leads to a 3-year certification issued by the National Council on Behavioral Health. It is intended to mirror the idea of regular first aid by empowering individuals with just enough information to respond and help guide someone with a […]

Produced during the multi-year period when cinema converted to sound recording, F.W. Murnau’s Sunrise provides remarkable insights into the history of cinema. In this seminar and discussion which follows the film’s screening at the Waterville Opera House, participants will explore silent film cinematography and storytelling, the development of a truly international art cinema, emerging conceptions […]

There really were book clubs before Oprah’s. Really. Ana likes everyone to think her life is perfect; from her adoring husband and ideal job, to her greatest passion: Book Club. As hostess, she rules the group with an iron fist in a velvet-cake glove. BUT she does allow everyone to take a turn selecting books […]

The Met's effervescent production of Rossini's classic comedy—featuring some of the most instantly recognizable melodies in all of opera—stars Isabel Leonard as the feisty Rosina, Lawrence Brownlee as her conspiring flame, and Christopher Maltman as the endlessly resourceful and charming barber, himself. Michele Mariotti conducts the vivid and tuneful score. Tickets: $20 Adults, $18 Seniors, […]

We will be serving baked beans, casseroles, salads, apple crisp and gingerbread. Proceeds will benefit the church and local charities.

Young Englishman Lord Wilson is traveling through Egypt when a powerful storm breaks out. He is forced to take shelter in the nearest pyramid, where the daughter of one of Egypt's most powerful pharaohs lies entombed. Lord Wilson falls asleep and begins to dream that the princess has come to life. The plot of this […]

Fun for all...especially kids! Children 8 & under may select an item "to give" from the workshop store. Come warm up before the Parade of Lights! (Workshop will be postponed if Parade of Lights is postponed)

Celebrate the memory of your loved ones who have died by purchasing a special ornament to be displayed in a place of honor within the Hospice Community Center.  Before the lighting of the Hospice Memorial Healing Garden at 6:15 pm, enjoy delicious refreshments, fellowship and warm hospitality.

Silent auction, baked goods, white elephant items, handmade crafts, & gift items.  Fish chowder and baked beans to go. 10:30 am - 1:00 pm  -  Beef Stew and Chili Luncheon

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS! Join us for a Winter Craft Fair with quality handmade products at Good Will-Hinckley. All proceeds from booth rentals and food sales benefit our programs! Taking place during our very popular Festival of Trees, the Winter Craft Fair is free to the public and features: Only Maine Made handcrafted items Live Entertainment […]

Daily Viewing of the Trees:   Held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day between Saturday December 6th and Saturday, December 13th in Prescott Hall on the Hinckley campus.  The Festival stays open into the evening Wednesday, December 10th and Friday, December 12th. Admission and entertainment is free to the public.

This fascinating digital slideshow includes more than 100 vintage photos and will cover the history of Nordic Skiing in Maine, from 1870 to the present.  Presented by Scott Andrews, research director of the Ski Museum of Maine.

The holidays would not be complete without a visit to the magical world of The Nutcracker. Each magical performance brings toy soldiers, dancing mice, and the Land of Sweets! Children of all ages will delight in Tchaikovsky's perennial favorite produced by the Bossov Ballet Theatre from Pittsfield, Maine. Join us for this event and start […]

Join us for an evening of music from the "Rat Pack" and Big Band eras performed by local talent. Vocalists include Tyler Richardson, Dan Kennedy, Nicholas Cloutier, Arielle Costello, and Lindsey Moring. Tickets: $20 Regular, $15 Senior/Youth

This is a restaurant-quality meal available to anyone free of charge. This mission of the meal is that no-one spend another Christmas alone. If you would like to donate to offset the cost of the meal, make your checks payable to: Central Maine Family Christmas Dinner Attn: Norman "Ziggy" Lawrence, Jr. PO Box 1621 Waterville, […]