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.

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The City of Lost Children

Maine Film Center 93 Main St., Waterville, ME

Two Screenings: September 28 at 7:00 p.m. and September 29 at 12:00 p.m. In a surrealist, steampunk world, Krank (Daniel Emilfork), a mad and aging scientist who lacks the ability to dream, orders his Cyclopes henchmen to kidnap children from the nearby port city so he can steal their dreams for himself. When little Denrée […]

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What the Constitution Means to Me

Greene Block + Studios 18 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Two Cent Theatre proudly presents... What the Constitution Means to Me! Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the U.S. In this hilarious, hopeful, and deeply human play, she brings her teenage self to life to explore the profound connection between four generations of women and the founding document that shaped […]

Free

Ribbon Cutting

Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville

Monday, September 30 - 1:30 p.m. with Thomas College to celebrate the expansion of science programming with the opening of new science labs to be held at 180 West River Road, Waterville Ayotte Building - Second Floor Tours of the new science labs and demonstrations by current students will be available.

Coffee and Conversation

Bricks Coworking & Innovation Space Hathaway Creative Center, 10 Water St. Ste. 110, Waterville, ME

Coffee & Conversation Are you ready to jump into your real estate journey? Join us for the next edition of KV Connect’s Coffee and Conversations series, where industry professionals will share their advice and answer all your burning real estate questions. From first time homebuyers, investment properties, and property management, our panelists will have something […]

Free

Trail of Treats

Trail of Treats This FREE family event will take place on October 26th at Viles Arboretum. You’ll embark on a journey through a not-so-spooky forest, discovering treats and enjoying engaging activities along the way! Costumes are encouraged but not required. We expect this event to fill up quickly so don’t wait to register! CLICK TO […]

James M. Carpenter Lecture: Steven Weinberg

Greene Block + Studios 18 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Steven Weinberg writes, illustrates and makes art all about color! He’s written and/or illustrated fifteen books for kids about everything from backpacking to Timbuktu, to all your favorite home appliances, to the horrors (and joys) of being a middle kid. These books have been translated into other languages; won awards and distinctions; and been called […]

Free

3D Printing for Beginners

Ticonic Classroom, Schupf Art Center 93 Main Street, Waterville, Maine

3D Printing is back and better than ever! With brand new printers and laptops, now is the best time to explore the world of 3D printing. This four-week class will show you step-by-step from start to finish how the entire 3D printing process works. Makers and creators will learn to use the 3D printer, become […]

$130

Frame by Frame: Russian Ark

Maine Film Center 93 Main St., Waterville, ME

For the modernist painter Martha Diamond and the Russian director Alexander Sukorov, time is a mirage that unfolds on an extravagant scale. Join us for a free screening of Russian Ark, a gauzy journey through Russian history, shot entirely within the State Hermitage Museum in a single take. The film will be preceded by an […]

Free
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In the News

Page Commons, Cotter Union, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME

“In the News” is a weekly event series dedicated to sparking dialogue among visiting speakers and Colby students from diverse disciplines. Every Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, students will gather in Page Commons for food and insightful conversations with leading practitioners and thought leaders. Together, we tackle pressing topics in politics, policy, and […]

Free

Maine’s Next Legislature: What Will It Look Like?

Best Western Plus 375 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Don't Miss This Opportunity to Hear Legislative Updates and Hot Topics for the Next Session...   Patrick Woodcock Maine State Chamber President Simon West Chief Executive - Maine Economic Research Institute (MERI) With the fall elections right around the corner, let Simon West, chief executive of the Maine Economic Research Institute (MERI) and Maine State […]

$23 – $29
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Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market

Head of Falls Temple Street at Front Street, Waterville, ME, United States

Enjoy the fresh air - and fresh food - your area farmers are happy to welcome you back outside. Visit the Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market Every Thursday, 2-6 p.m., From the First Thursday in May Until Thursday before Thanksgiving at Head of Falls Support your local farmers - and enjoy great food! Come join us at […]

Heavenly Spa & Cosmetic Ink 79 Maine Street, Fairfield

Don't miss this upcoming ribbon cutting. Please help us welcome new a business to the neighborhood and celebrate growth and change. Friday, October 4 - 1 p.m. with Heavenly Spa & Cosmetic Ink to be held at 79 Main Street, Fairfield

Free

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Heavenly Spa & Cosmetic Ink 79 Maine Street, Fairfield

Friday, October 4 - 1 p.m. with Heavenly Spa & Cosmetic Ink to be held at 79 Main Street, Fairfield

Free

Maine Lit Fest Keynote Speaker Lynda Barry

Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville

In collaboration with Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance and the Center for the Arts and Humanities’ 2023–2025 “Play” theme, Colby College will be sponsoring the two-day Maine Lit Fest focusing on creativity, graphic writing, and social justice and featuring MacArthur Fellow and the 2024–2025 Kristina Stahl Writer-in-Residence Lynda Barry. Lynda Barry is an award winning […]

Free

Holiday Bazaar Opening Reception

Ticonic Gallery Schupf Art Center, 93 Main St, Waterville, ME

Waterville Creates and Ticonic Gallery are pleased to announce the return of this beloved handmade marketplace to downtown Waterville. This festive marketplace features the talents of Maine makers across various media, offering a community space for artists to showcase and sell their creations. The bazaar will be open daily, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., through […]

Free

West African Drumming Workshops

Castonguay Square Common Street, Waterville

Two Workshops: 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Join Sayon Camara of Guinea, for a beginner’s lesson in the drumming and songs of the Malinke people. All levels welcome, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. In Castonguay Square or inside the Paul J Schupf Art Center if the weather is rainy. Participation is […]

Free

Songs from Here: Love Today

Greene Block + Studios 18 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Songs From Here’s performing duo returns for their third season of concerts with “Love Today,” a program that celebrates love in its many forms. Soprano Sarah Tuttle and pianist Bridget Convey present a concert of songs celebrating love for friends, lovers, family, and the natural world - tranquil, tragic, and laugh-out-loud funny! We’re excited to […]

Free

MaineFest

Capitol Park 153 Hospital Street, Augusta, ME

Join the Maine State Museum and the Children’s Discovery Museum for a morning of hands-on activities, special demos, and more, all centered around celebrating the beautiful state of Maine! Saturday, October 5th, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm in Augusta’s Capitol Park. MaineFest is a free, family-friendly event with activities for different ages. They will be […]

Free

Maine Craft Weekend + Community Maker Days

Schupf Art Center 93 Main Street, Waterville, ME, United States

Maine Craft Weekend is a statewide tour of Maine craft studios, businesses, and events. The weekend offers an opportunity for the public to explore the life and work of craft artists and businesses in Maine and for artists to connect with craft enthusiasts, collectors, and visitors behind the scene. Waterville Creates will be participating with Community Maker […]

The Gouger: Workshop Led by Robert Gipe

Greene Block + Studios 18 Main Street, Waterville, ME

In this workshop, participants (who are willing) will be generating writing using a combination of spoken and written word and will then reflect on how those words might be illustrated. Specifically, participants will look at how Gipe decides which lines will have the greatest impact when illustrated, that is, which lines will “gouge” the reader […]

Free

Workshop with Sharon De La Cruz

Greene Block + Studios 18 Main Street, Waterville, ME

In this workshop, participants will transform themselves into unique cartoon characters, drawing inspiration from the techniques De La Cruz developed while crafting autobiographical daily comics. The workshop will cover the fundamentals of storytelling in comics, showing participants how to create engaging narratives around their cartoon selves. Whether it's a single-panel image or a multi-panel strip, […]

Free

Bob Marley

Waterville Opera House 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME, United States

 Two Shows: 5:00 p.m. + 8:00 p.m. Bob loves being a comedian. He’s wicked good at it! He lives in Maine, which is the best state in the world, maybe even the universe. He’s featured regularly on Sirius XM radio and he even won their Superbowl of Comedy! He has put out over 20 comedy CDs […]

$43.50

Black Azaleas Song Cycle

Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville

Conducted by Marshunda Smith, the “Black Azaleas Song Cycle” introduces the group of eco-activists at the core of Post Pardon: The Opera. Featuring local vocalists and musicians, as well as Colby students and faculty, the concert brings this new opera’s musical excitement and drama to audiences as a part of the Maine Literary Festival. In […]

Free

Five for Fighting with String Quartet

Waterville Opera House 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME, United States

The only way for a story to progress is to turn the page. John Ondrasik—the songwriter and performer known as the platinum-selling, Grammy-nominated, Five For Fighting—knows this well. In the two decades since his first major single, "Superman (It's Not Easy)," hit the stratosphere, the artist has both evolved and come back 'round full circle. […]

$39 – $49

Trick or Treat Troupe

Children's Discovery Museum 7 Eustis Parkway, Waterville, ME, United States

Trick or Treat Troupe Afterschool Program The Children's Discovery Museum is partnering with the Two Cent Theater to present a theater afterschool program, culminating in a performance on the museum stage! Dive into the spooky spirit of Halloween with the Penny Players Trick-or-Treat Troupe! Kids will unleash their creativity in this afterschool drama class by […]

$70
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