Join us for a celebration of the arts at Colby College with presentations of creative scholarship. These will included musical performances, studio tours, poetry and fiction readings in the Art Museum, Given Auditorium, and elsewhere in the Bixler Art and Music Building. For a full schedule, click here. Refreshments will be available in the Museum lobby. […]

Our battle was planned for March but was snowed out! The new date is May 2, and we are counting on tulips, crocuses, and most of all, no snow! Join us Wednesday, May 2, at the Alfond Youth Center, when members of the Waterville Police and Fire Departments will compete in their annual fundraising basketball […]

  May 3 7:15 to 9:00 AM  Summit Room, Spann Commons, Thomas College, 180 West River Road, Waterville   Maine’s Workforce Challenge Department of Labor’s Commissioner John Butera will give insight on the challenges of finding trainable staff and retaining them. Cost per person: $18 members, $25 at the door & non-members. TO REGISTER: Call […]

Take any idea and learn how to validate the market quickly and affordably using the Lean Startup methodology. A Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation event. Part of Small Business Week Waterville. Presented by Mike Duguay, executive director of the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation. Click to register.

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens at 4:00 p.m. every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! The movie changes every week. This week, we’ll be showing Ant Man (PG-13). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

The Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers is hosting a beer and wine tasting to benefit their six programs on Thursday, May 3rd. Enjoy wine and craft beer from local Maine vendors, hors-d'oeuvres, and a silent and live auction emceed by Maine humorist, Gary Crocker. Tickets are $35 per person and are available online, at the […]

A staged reading of a play by Kaylee Pomelow, Colby Class of '19, May 4 and 5 at 7:30. The coffee is on and the pressure is brewing. A culmination of a yearlong independent study in full-length playwriting, Shift 19 by Kaylee Pomelow ’19 explores family dynamics, youth, class, and independence through the lenses of […]

Learn new ways for your family to be positive, be active, make good choices, and stay safe! Free activities include: Bicycle Helmet Giveaway for first 200 children Interactive Outdoor Activities: Maine's Ready Freddy Trailer, Oakland Ladder Truck, Delta Ambulance, Adventure Climbing Large Obstacle Course, Blue Wave Studio Movement program, Kiwanis Book Giveaway, Inland's Let's Go! […]

Free Comic Book Day is a single day when participating comic book specialty shops and libraries across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes in. We will hand out comics from 10 AM until noon or until we run out. Costumes are encouraged, but not required! […]

Everyone, especially curious children, has burning questions about our universe. How hot is the sun? How do we know what conditions are like on distant planets? Some answers are known by scientists; some are hypotheses backed by solid evidence and observations; some remain complete mysteries. With activities generously provided by the National Informal STEM Education […]

Mixed media and fiber artist Susan Mills, will guide you through the process of wet felting using merino wool, soapy water, and a palm sander. The possibilities are endless for the creation of your own magically unique handbag, vessel, or wall hanging. Participants will create one large or two smaller items. Students are encouraged to […]

Join us for a singing, dancing storytime with our friend Ms. Jenn for a great time for kids 3 and up with their grownups. This time, its Cinco de Mayo, so it'll be all about the number 5. Get ready to move! For more about Ms. Jenn, check out her Facebook page.

Preschoolers, toddlers, and their grown-ups are invited to a brief exploration of the Museum, after which we will read a children’s book related to the month’s theme, “A Day at the Beach.” Then head to the Mirken Education Center to have a snack and create your own works of art. Advance registration is not required, […]

Create with awesome artist and illustrator Russ Cox! He will be instructing visitors on how to make a monster or super hero selfie! Make yourself into a comic book character, or draw a friend as one. All ages are encouraged to try their hand at making themselves into a dynamic and fun comic book character! […]

Have you ever wanted to try throwing on a wheel without the commitment of a six week class? This introductory afternoon class will involve the basics: centering clay on a wheel, throwing clay, and making a simple object. Beginners are encouraged to try this class to discover the magic of pottery! Ages 15 and up. […]

Kristalina Georgieva, the first CEO of the World Bank, will deliver the 2018 George J. Mitchell Distinguished International Lecture. Until 2017 she was European commissioner for budget and human resources. From 1993 to 2010, she served in a number of positions in the World Bank Group, eventually rising to become its vice president and corporate […]

Snow Pond Youth Symphony concludes its second successful year with a concert of music from long ago and today. Haydn was a very popular composer over 300 years ago, similar to John Williams, composer of music from the movies Star Wars , Harry Potter and many more! The students will play Symphony #44 , one […]

Don’t miss a special screening of Maine horror flick Island Zero followed by a Q&A with Writer Tess Gerritsen and Director Josh Gerritsen! The inhabitants of a fishing island off the coast of Maine find themselves mysteriously cut off from the outside world after the ferry suddenly stops coming. All the phones have gone dead […]

Jews have called Maine home for over 200 years — come discover some of their experiences. Colby students will share stories about Jewish-Franco relations in the early 20th century, Jewish back-to-the-landers, and local Jewish artists.   Presenters: Ling Ding, Colby ’18 Sam Sessions, Colby ’21 Sarah Shoer, Colby ’18 Amy Waterman, Maine State Museum   […]

Enjoy savory and sweet refreshments and meet great people! Bring family and friends to hear about the growing vision of REM. Check out our new rental spaces open for your family and business celebrations.

We will be holding our May Texas Hold’em tournaments for the benefit of Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area on the 8th at the Best Western Plus, 375 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901.  The tournament starts at 6:20pm and the buy-in is $75.  Please come join us for some fun and bring a friend! If you […]

Waterville schoolchildren taught by Colby students enrolled in Lunder Institute artist in residence Richard Blanco’s course Teach this Poem™ will read their poetry in the Museum’s galleries.

This interactive workshop touches on the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career and study skills. Registration required. Register by visiting http://meoc.maine.edu/workshops/workshop-schedule/ or by calling 1.800.281.3703.

Thomas College professor Dr. Frank Appunn will be providing a remote keynote address about project management to more than 500 project managers nationally and internationally at the world’s largest telecommunications company, AT&T. Community members are invited to sit in the audience during the keynote at Thomas College. The talk, “Improving Project Benefits and Organizational Success: […]