Come learn about the solar eclipse coming on August 21 by trying some Earth and Sun Activities provided to the museum by the National Informal STEM Education Network (NISE). The activities for youth explore clouds, gravity, the solar eclipse, and for younger children, shadows. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children.

The dream cast of Renée Fleming as the Marschallin and Elīna Garanča as Octavian star in Strauss’s grandest opera. In his new production, Robert Carsen, the director behind the Met’s recent Falstaff, places the action at the end of the Habsburg Empire, underscoring the opera’s subtext of class and conflict against a rich backdrop of […]

Explore the unlimited possibilities with film photography through this Introduction to Pinhole Photography. Instructor Johanna Moore will discuss the history, art, and science behind the technique and discuss a variety of cameras she employs to take photographs using both film and paper negatives. Participants will build a camera for 35 mm film which can be […]

Roam the bird gallery to explore the varied birds and their adaptations. Then grab water colors and paper and paint your favorite bird! Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children.

Please show your support this Memorial Day by coming out to watch (and cheer on) the parade! The parade will go from Head of Falls, to Front Street, to Main Street, to Appleton Street, crossing Elm Street to Park Street and ending at Veterans' Memorial Park where Mayor Isgro and other local leaders will speak. […]

Many older adults experience a fear of falling. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls is a program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. […]

TED2017 “The Future You”, will explore the deepest scientific and psychological insights, the latest medical advances, and thrilling new inventions (all mixed with a dose of ancient wisdom), and will ask questions about our present and future selves that we often don’t have time for. The program will feature a succession of extraordinary speakers – […]

TED2017 “The Future You”, will explore the deepest scientific and psychological insights, the latest medical advances, and thrilling new inventions (all mixed with a dose of ancient wisdom), and will ask questions about our present and future selves that we often don’t have time for. The program will feature a succession of extraordinary speakers – […]

Jazz is PHSH is an instrumental tribute to Phish inspired by the popular tribute to The Grateful Dead, “Jazz is Dead”. Jazz is PHSH is a collective of prominent musicians from the Jazz and Jam scenes that have come together in their appreciation of Phish music to reimagine Phish in an instrumental, jazz fusion setting! Founded […]

Help send financially disadvantaged Maine children to summer camp by shopping with us. Organized by the Friends of The Maine Children's Home, this Yard sale will help provide scholarships to children who may otherwise never get to experience summer camp. We have children's clothing, toys, household items, furnishings and more. Please help us to be […]

In these times of discord and differences, Kennebec Messalonskee Trails invites everyone to celebrate National Trails Day, by taking a walk together. We ask only that you put aside, your differences whether they be political, religious, or social or whatever and do what all good people do - which is take a walk together. Bring […]

Friends of Quarry Road welcome all to attend the official opening of the Susan Childs Boat Launch on National Trails Day, Saturday, June 3 starting at 10:30am. After a ribbon cutting ceremony, the group’s president, Joe Reisert, will give an update on the area and plans for trail enhancements and summer programs. The new boat […]

Celebrate 75 years of Wonder Woman just in time for her first solo feature film! Activities include a variety of Wonder Woman themed crafts and activities, as well as a special screening of episodes from her 1970's TV show! We'll also be holding a drawing to give away some fabulous Wonder Woman prizes! For more […]

The Central Maine Pride festival returns this year to a new location — Head of Falls in downtown Waterville. The festival will kick off with a rally at noon followed by a festival with a silent auction, vendors, food and community — all are welcome! For more information, visit the Central Maine Pride Facebook Page.

Taught by Kate Barnes, this weekly class will explore a wide variety of hand building techniques such as slab building, coiling, pinching, carving, and decorative surface making. These techniques offer endless possibilities for making everything from functional objects like bowls, vases, and cups to more abstract, figurative or sculptural forms. This course is open to students at all levels of experience. […]

TED2017 “The Future You”, will explore the deepest scientific and psychological insights, the latest medical advances, and thrilling new inventions (all mixed with a dose of ancient wisdom), and will ask questions about our present and future selves that we often don’t have time for. The program will feature a succession of extraordinary speakers – […]

Peace, Love & Zoo brings us into the world of Portland’s Local Guru, resident “Mad Artist,” recovery advocate, Zoo Cain. Peace, Love & Zoo tells the inspiring, colorful story of Zoo Cain, whose dedication to art and service to others is truly astounding. It is also his therapy. Having lived as a severe addict for […]

Jason Buchannon of Colonial Danforth Consulting will discuss how employees are motivated differently and what it takes to maximize you and your workforce. Jason Buchanan is an entrepreneur, educator, scholar, and collector of information — both useful and otherwise. As the President and CEO of Colonial Danforth Consulting, Inc., Jason specializes in strategic planning, business […]

Join Us for a Night Talking all Things Technology and Innovation! Held on the second Thursday of each month, Central Maine Tech Night brings technology experts and hobbyists together to network, learn, and share pertinent IT information that will benefit the IT community as a whole! At Tech Night you will be connected with technologists […]

In concert with the exhibition, Picturing Waterville, you can also “draw Waterville”! Yes, just look for the vertical, horizontal, and diagonal directional lines! With a few perspective and “seeing” guidelines, spend the morning sketching downtown Waterville from the viewpoint of Castonguay Square with artist Helene Farrar. Explore various drawing media and feel free to stretch […]

Water coloring the Birds—Visit the bird gallery to select a colorful bird to draw and paint. As you paint get to know the bird you selected well. Support and painting materials will be provided. More info:238-4250

Maine Bluegrass is returning to the Union Coffeehouse, aswe welcome back Stan and Dan, an acoustic duo that plays in the style of the brother duets popular in the 1930s and '40s. Stan Keach and Dan Simons’ performances feature very tight vocal harmony, and Dan's virtuoso mandolin stylings.  They demonstrate the applicability of the Brother […]

Come see who else is involved with Sustain Mid Maine Coalition. Learn more about current initiatives. Have fun and eat a delicious meal. Ten percent of what SMMC folks buy, excluding alcohol, will be donated back to SMMC. **Be sure to tell the server you are with Sustain Mid Maine Coalition.**

Thomas College Entrepreneur Speaker Series The featured speaker will be Chris Voynik, founder of “Wag Rags” and Thomas College 2014 graduate, who will talk about his journey on becoming an entrepreneur. Click for more info.

Community Voices is a live event series featuring one-on-one interviews with journalist Amy Calder and notable members of the community, exclusively for the Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal. Gerry Boyle began his writing career in newspapers. After Colby College, he worked many jobs, including as a roofer, postman, and manuscript reader at a big New […]