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.

Bill Berlinghoff at the Union Coffeehouse

Union Church of Belgrade Lakes 67 Main Street, Belgrade Lakes, ME

Central Maine’s consummate folk singer and a favorite at the Union Coffeehouse will return for his eleventh headlining appearance. Bill has played to enthusiastic audiences around the U.S. and throughout Maine, and he is always a pleasure to hear. His guitar and banjo playing are a fine complement to the traditional and original folk songs […]

$5

Literacy Volunteers Training

Educare Central Maine 56 Drummond Ave, Waterville, ME, United States

Have you been thinking about helping another adult learn to read? Literacy Volunteers - Waterville Area is holding a 3 night Tutor Training session which is scheduled for May 16, May 19 and May 25 from 5:30 PM to 8 PM. Attendance at all three sessions  and pre-registration are required. Please call Danielle at 873-7786 […]

Free

Medicare 101

Muskie Community Center 38 Gold Street, Waterville, ME

Medicare has four parts: A, B, C and D. Each part provides different benefits. Do you know what those benefits are? This workshop will give you the answers to basic questions such as: What is Medicare? When and where do I sign up? What services are covered? What is the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit? What […]

$15

Student Film Night

Railroad Square Cinema Schupf Art Center, 93 Main St, Waterville, ME

Mid-Maine Technical Center video production students will showcase the best work of the year including documentaries, profiles of people and places in the greater Waterville area, and cinematic short films. Popcorn reception at 6:30 in the lobby!

Free

Coyote, America’s Songdog

Sustain Mid Maine Coalition Presents “Coyote, America's Songdog” Geri Vistein Meeting in Room 141 of The Diamond Building at Colby College. Geri’s presentation titled COYOTE, AMERICA’S SONGDOG is filled with numerous visuals, and of course, wild songs. Come and learn about this important, resilient carnivore in a way you have never heard before. Additionally, this […]

Free
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Adult, Child, Infant CPR Class

Waterville Fire Department 7 College Avenue, Waterville, ME

Certification in Heartsaver Adult, Child, Infant CPR. Certification meets requirements for non-health care employment. Attend one of two sessions: Thursday, May 19, 2016 6:00PM – 9:00PM Saturday, May 21, 2016 9:00AM – 12:00PM Instructor: Rachel Corey Limit of 10 students per class. Must pre-register by calling 649-9576. $55.00 per person paid to the instructor at […]

$55

Job Corps Information Session

Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME

Job Corps is a FREE residential vocational training program for eligible youth ages 16-24. Training is available in the construction, medical, hospitality, and administrative fields. Job Corps also offers training in employability skills and life skills. Please join us at the Waterville Public Library to hear more about the program and to start the application […]

Free

Spring Work Weekend

Friends Camp 729 Lakeview Drive, South China, ME

Each spring, we have a volunteer work weekend so that all of us who believe in Friends Camp will have the rewarding opportunity to help with some of the repairing, cleaning, and painting that needs to be completed before the first campers show up in June. You and/or your family and friends are welcome to attend this year’s […]

$10

Seventh Annual Central Maine AIDS Walk

Quarry Road Recreation Area 300 Quarry Road, Waterville, ME

Check-in at 9:00; Walk/Run at 10:00; Cookout and Silent Auction at noon The mission of the Horizon Program is to provide quality, compassionate, and comprehensive medical and social services to all identified people living with HIV/AIDS in central and mid-coast Maine. With offices in Gardiner and Augusta, the program provides: A clinic for medical services […]

Sun Prints Workshop

Colby College Museum of Art 5600 Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville, ME

Learn about photography with the museum staff, and then make your own sun prints in this family-friendly workshop.

Free

Wildflower Walk

L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, ME

Ever wondered about the little wildflowers in your woods? Come on a walk to discover the beauty of native wildflowers that have fleeting but important lives in our forest ecosystem. Learn ID tricks you can use on walks and hikes in your own neighborhood.

195th Colby College Commencement

President David A. Greene will present bachelor of arts degrees to approximately 500 seniors at Colby College's 195th Commencement Sunday, May 22. The ceremony, which is open to the public, will begin at 10 a.m. in front of Miller Library and will be webcast at colby.edu. Members of the Class of 2016 came to Colby […]

Free

Reader Dogs at the Library!

Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME

Our therapy dog friends from Kennebec Valley Love on a Leash will be in this afternoon for read-aloud time. 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, or borrow […]

Free

Oxford Sober House Fundraiser

Oxford Houses are self-run, self-supported group homes for individuals in recovery from addiction to alcohol and/or other addictive drugs. Oxford House, Inc. is the national 501(c)(3) umbrella organization that connects the network for the 2000+ houses nationwide by providing each house with a standardized system of operations. Recovering individuals in Oxford Houses pay the cost […]

Living Well with Diabetes

Four Seasons Family Practice 4 Sheridan Drive, First Floor, Fairfield, ME

Living Well with Diabetes is for adults with Type 2 diabetes. Topics specific to this workshop include techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, and emotional concerns. This free workshop is for anyone who has diabetes or is a support person for someone with diabetes. The workshop gives tips on […]

Free

Celebrating Our Youth

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

Youth singers, dancers, musicians, poets, karate performers and more will show off why Waterville’s future is so bright at the Alfond Youth Center’s Annual Appeal Kickoff Event, the Celebrating our Youth Talent Show. Featuring performances by Alex Preston, 2014 American Idol finalist. For more information about how to contribute, get involved, or audition visit the […]

$10

Waterville Cultural Blueprint Public Meeting

Interesting findings like Waterville’s desire for more live music and more will be shared on Thursday during two public meetings focused on the results of the 2016 Waterville Cultural Blueprint surveys. What do our most senior residents want to see more of in Waterville? How important is developing a stronger youth in the arts program […]

Free
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Spectrum Generations Plant Sale (and More!)

Muskie Community Center 38 Gold Street, Waterville, ME

Annual Plant Sale Ready to show off your green thumb? Come to our Annual Plant Sale to buy some beautiful plants and flowers donated by local greenhouses to the Muskie Center and make the neighborhood envious of your garden! White Elephant Sale One Man's Trash is Another Man's Treasure! Come find yours at our White […]

Social Engagement for Alzheimer’s Patients

Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME

Make a difference for those living with Alzheimer’s disease! Volunteers are sought for the Alzheimer’s Association’s new Capitol Region Social Engagement Committee. Committee volunteers will plan and present 1 to 2 social events monthly for eligible persons diagnosed with dementia and their care partners. This is your chance to brighten the lives of those living […]

Family Pond Exploration

L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, ME

This is a wonderful time of year to explore a pond! Come join us for outdoor fun at our pond using nets to capture and release some of the interesting residents of a wetland. A museum expert will guide visitors as they explore the wonders of wetlands. The museum will have indoor activities in the […]

Richard Marx

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

As a performer, songwriter and producer, Richard Marx’s nearly three-decade-long career has had innumerable highlights. The Chicago native has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to #8 and spawned four Top 5 singles, including the chart-topping “Hold on to the Nights,” with “Don’t Mean Nothing” earning him […]

$45

United Way of Mid-Maine Annual Meeting

Summit Room, Spann Student Commons, Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville, ME

Donors, volunteers, and community partners are invited to attend. Thanks to generous sponsors Northeast Laboratories Services, Kennebec Savings Bank, and Kennebec Wealth Management, a complimentary breakfast buffet will be provided. All attendees are requested to bring school supplies for the annual UWMM “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive, which helps provide school supplies for children […]

Free

National Trails Day at Good Will Hinckley

L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, ME

8 a.m. : Bird Walk — Bring your binoculars! 10 a.m. : Trail walk — Explore the trails with a museum guide.

Yard Sale to benefit Maine Children’s Home

Maine Children's Home 93 Silver Street, Waterville, United States

Come pick up a bargain or two at the yard sale being hosted by Friends of the Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers - and help a great cause at the same time!  There will be home furnishings, decor, children's clothing, baby furniture,attic treasures and much more...

National Trails Day in the South End

Confluence Park Water Street, Waterville, ME

This year, our celebration locally is about rolling up our sleeves and cleaning some brush on the South End Trail in Waterville. A little work will go a long way to making this dream a reality for the South End neighborhood, and making this trail a great complement to the wonderful resources we have in […]

Free
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