We think the owl family (technically two families) are so intriguing and extraordinary, we’re giving them a day of their own!  Come learn about the amazing adaptations owls use to rule the night, and how to identify common Maine owls by sight and sound!

It's Kitty Season and our furry friends are looking for forever homes! Join us for 'Cat's Meow!' - An adoption event featuring live music from JanaeSound! Come meet a potential new family member, enjoy music, snacks and sip on our official event beverage "Quantum Cuddle Kitten" from our friends at Lone Pine Brewery! MORE INFORMATION

Snow Pond Center for the Arts is holding a summer arts camp for grades 1-8 at our Snow Pond campus in Sidney, ME. Children will have voice, dance, and art lessons from experienced and professional educators including Kents Hill music educator Christian Giddings. There will be swimming, recreation, with snacks provided. Cost of the program […]

Let ‘s learn about Maine wildlife as we create art inspired by the natural world and the museum collections. Did you know a frog makes a wonderful model? Lets catch and draw one. They love to pose for us here at the museum. For ages 6-12. Camp runs 9 AM – 2 PM, June 24 […]

The 6th annual Terrier Tee-Off Classic will be held on Monday, June 24, at Waterville Country Club. Scratch players and hackers, alumni, and friends come together for a day filled with fun, friends, and some great prizes. All proceeds support student-athletes and teams of the Thomas College Athletic Program. For more information, contact Kerry Smart, […]

The tide pool is home to a variety of species whose unique adaptations allow them to maintain stability in a world that is in a constant state of change. Which species can endure the waves, tides and temperature changes of the rocky coast? Using this interactive traveling display, participants will dip their hands into the […]

Join us at the library to bring a story to life through reader's theater. We will warm up with some improv, charades and acting games. We will have a short script inspired by a book. Geared towards grades 2 and up.

United Way of Mid-Maine's Annual Meeting Join us in the Summit Room of Thomas College's Spann Student Center for breakfast, networking, and an opportunity to learn more about our United Way and the building blocks of our community! Our Community Impact Awards will also be presented. We are pleased to announce our Community Impact Award Winners:  […]

Join us at the Winslow Public Library for a board game afternoon. Feel free to bring your own board games to share and or play some of ours to play with friends or meet new ones. Geared towards ages 12 to 18.

Our therapy dog friends from Kennebec Valley Love on a Leash will be in this afternoon for read-aloud time and visiting! For kids who want to practice their reading skills and for families who want a fun, calming read-aloud opportunity. Spend 15 minutes with a dog who loves to listen. Bring your own favorite book, […]

Representatives of the City of Waterville, Colby College, Kennebec Water District, and the Maine Department of Transportation will he available to answer any questions related to the City's Downtown Improvement Build Grant Project, Kennebec Water District's water line upgrades, and  other improvements taking place around the project area. The Open House will provide attendees an […]

Create two sets of earrings and learn more about the basics of 3D printing while sipping beer. Designs will be pre-printed and ready to customize and assemble at the event. Participants will learn simple techniques in this introductory session. One free beer ticket is included with this class. Ages 21 and up. Registration Required. MORE

Sign up for 15 minutes of reading with a friendly therapy dog, Cole! Cole is a black lab who loves listening to kids read. He also doesn't judge you if you mess up a word or two. He just wants you to try! Reading to a therapy dog encourages kids to read more often by […]

Join us at the library for UV Light crafts and art work. We will discover how the sun causes our art work to change and makes details in the projects. Geared towards grades Pre-K to 5.

Join us each Thursday this summer from 3:30-5:30, weather permitting, at the Downtown Waterville Farmers Market! Someone from the Waterville Public Library will be there every week to read stories or sing songs with the kids! FMI: Call 872-5433 or email ldavis@watervillelibrary.org.

Design a little garden map and plant seeds to begin your own garden. Art in the Park is a free, weekly program that takes place each Thursday during the Farmers' Market. MORE

Join the news team from Maine Public for a community discussion around what is going on in the Waterville community and in Kennebec County. Maine Public wants to know what are some developments worthy of celebrating in the area and what types of news stories and coverage are important to the region. This is a […]

Join us at the library for coding or technology themed activities. Geared towards grades 2 and up.  

  Come check out all the trash, treasures, household, dishes, garden, books, clothing, tools, toys, and baked goods at the yard sale!  Luncheon will be available!

What young child doesn’t love trucks? Here’s a chance to see and touch some of Belgrade’s construction and emergency vehicles and check out the library’s collection of truck books. For pre-schoolers and up.

Create and take home your own artistic print of a Maine fish! Inspired by the traditional Japanese art of Gyotaku, which began as a way for fishermen to record and compare their catches—but we use replica fish instead of the real thing!

Create natural dyed silk scarves with instructor Vickie Limberger. Use leaves, flowers, and other natural elements to make two fabulous dyed scarves. Registration required. Limit: 12 students. Cost: $40. MORE