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.
Author Talk and Book Signing: Marilyn R. Pukkila
Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, MEIn 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, […]
Mercy Corps and the Middle East Refugee Crisis
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 […]
Maine SNAP-Ed Cooking Matters at the Store™
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 […]
Chi-Raq Film Showing
Railroad Square Cinema Schupf Art Center, 93 Main St, Waterville, MEA 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 […]
Moving Maine from Poverty to Prosperity
Summit Room, Spann Student Commons, Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville, MEJoin 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. […]
Medicare for Everyone Clinic
Muskie Community Center 38 Gold Street, Waterville, METhis 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. […]
Your Government, Your Neighborhood
Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, METhe 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.
Roadtrip Nation: “Why Not Us”
Pugh Center, Cotter Union, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, MEAn 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 […]
Artists’ Reception
Railroad Square Cinema Schupf Art Center, 93 Main St, Waterville, MELight refreshments provided. The exhibit will run through February 21.
Educator Evenings
Colby College Museum of Art 5600 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, MEEnjoy refreshments, conversation, and networking with fellow educators while learning about current exhibitions, works and artists in the collection, and how to incorporate them into your classroom teaching. Attendees will receive contact hours for certification. For K-12 educators.
Meet the Reps
Hampton Inn 425 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville, MEJoin Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce at Meet The Reps events! These events have been formed to induce and prolong communication between business leaders and other professionals with their local, state and federal government officials. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine provided.
Childbirth Class
Northern Light Inland Hospital 200 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville, METhe Birthing Center at Inland Hospital is pleased to offer ongoing education and support for expectant parents. Our Childbirth Class consists of a one-day Saturday workshop for first-time parents. Parents, who have already experienced childbirth but want a refresher, are invited to attend the workshop as well. All classes are held in a relaxed, caring […]
Where Do Fairies Go When It Snows?
Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, MEJoin us for a special Family Storytime! Maine Author Liza Gardner Walsh and Maine Illustrator Hazel Mitchell visit to read from and talk about their newest book: Where Do Fairies Go When It Snows? This is an all ages event, featuring the author and illustrator reading from and talking about their book. There […]
The Met: Les Pêcheurs de Perles
Waterville Opera House 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME, United StatesLes Pêcheurs de Perles (“The Pearl Fishermen”), Bizet’s gorgeous opera of lust and longing set in the Far East, returns to the Met stage for the first time in 100 years. Soprano Diana Damrau stars as Leïla, the beautiful Hindu priestess pursued by rival pearl divers competing for her hand. Her suitors are tenor Matthew […]
Tracks Tromp
L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, MEPut on some snow shoes for a tromping adventure! (We have lots of sizes to borrow, but call ahead if you have a large group.) Beginning at the museum, come out to explore the tracks of winter animals. Discover the signs of animal life that thrive in our winter world and make some track prints […]
A Multifaith Celebration of the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King
Lorimer Chapel, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, MEAn ecumenical service open to everyone. Reflection, music by the MLK Day Gospel Choir, and community. This service is part of Colby’s Martin Luther King Day Commemorative Events.
Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast
Muskie Community Center 38 Gold Street, Waterville, MEEach year, Spectrum Generations' Muskie Center and the Waterville Rotary Club team up to put on a wonderful community breakfast to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Allecia Reid will be the featured speaker. Purchase your tickets early at the Muskie Center or contact a Waterville Rotary member by visiting the Rotary's website. Cost […]
Many Causes are Calling: A Community Conversation and Luncheon
Hosted by President David A. Greene, enjoy lunch and a panel discussion with alumni about diversity and social justice and why they matter. This luncheon is part of Colby’s Martin Luther King Day Commemorative Events.
The History of White People: A Conversation about Race Relations
Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond Building, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, MEDr. Nell Irvin Painter will deliver this commemorative Dr. Martin Luther King lecture. A leading historian of the United States, Painter is the Edwards Professor of American History, Emerita, Princeton University. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, has served as president of the Organization of American Historians and the Southern Historical Association, and is a prolific […]
Days of Heaven
Waterville Opera House 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME, United States“Terrence Malick’s 1978 movie Days of Heaven was never a huge hit, but it was such a departure and so deliberate an attempt to have the audience stirred by beauty that it felt calming and inspiring. Without shame or caution it was trying to address the pre-modern era of American history, the natural conflict between landowners and […]
Business After Hours
Join the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours! Held on the third or fourth Wednesday of each month, these events are a great opportunity to mix and mingle with other business professionals and leaders in our communities. Hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and other beverages are available, as well as a 50/50 raffle and […]
Colby First Generation to College Student Narratives
Pugh Center, Cotter Union, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, METhe final event in Colby’s month-long First Generation to College Student Program, join Colby students as they share their successes, challenges, and hopes as First-Gen college students. Light refreshments provided.
Two Cent Talks: Richard Foerster and Kate Miles
Celebrating the literary arts in Maine, Two Cent Talks is a free bimonthly series at Common Street Arts in downtown Waterville in which authors read from and answer questions about their works. The next reading in the series features Richard Foerster and Kate Miles. A reception and book signing will follow the reading. Richard Foerster […]
Getting Smart About Electricity
Diamond Building, Colby College Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, MEWe will explore how to determine how much energy your home is consuming and hear about Maine Green Power. Energy Team leader John Reuthe and Tamra Pierce from Cerntral Maine Power will explain how to look at your homes and understand how much energy you are consuming. They will demonstrate some simple tools to help […]