Learn about the service of Faith Hinckley in World War I as a Y Girl by taking a tour of the small exhibition of her war time experiences as recorded in her book Forgotten Fires. Faith Hinckley was the daughter of G. W. Hinckley, the founder of Good Will. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for […]

This free event is an opportunity to adorn anything and everything with bird silhouettes using paint, markers, felt, and stencils. Participants will receive a tiny tote to decorate and are welcome to bring any other objects they wish to embellish with birds. All family programs are free and open to the public. No RSVP required. […]

Michelangelo Antonioni’s 1960s panoramas of contemporary alienation were decade-defining artistic events, and Red Desert, his first color film, is perhaps his most epochal. This provocative look at the spiritual desolation of the technological age—about a disaffected woman, brilliantly portrayed by Antonioni muse Monica Vitti, wandering through a bleak industrial landscape beset by power plants and environmental […]

 November 13 7:00PM - 9:00PM Ostrove Auditorium, Diamond Building, Colby College, Mayflower Hill Drive, Waterville.  Hosted by: Hear the Candidates for the Democratic Nomination for Governor of Maine give their perspectives for the future of the state.  Participating candidates: Jim Boyle Adam Cote Patrick Eisenhart Mark Eves Janet Mills Diane Russell Betsy Sweet  This is […]

Tuesdays, starting September 26, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Last Saturday of every month, starting in October, 9 - 11 a.m. Medical Arts Building Conference Room (attached to Inland's front entrance) 180 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville One in seven mothers feel sad and irritable during pregnancy and postpartum, and fathers can feel down and anxious […]

Come join KV Connect, Waterville’s young professionals' group, for an exciting evening of networking and socialization while helping to support a great cause! This month, we'll be on the fourth floor of the Hains Building, recently renovated by Colby College, at 173 Main Street. This event is paired with Central Maine Growth Council's Annual Meeting. […]

This lecture by Janet Browne, Aramont Professor of the History of Science at Harvard University, takes readers inside Charles Darwin’s Origin of the Species and shows why it can fairly claim to be the greatest science book ever published. An immediate and influential sensation in 1859, the book sold its first print run in one day and […]

Author, activist, and teacher Jenny Boylan will talk about the LGBTQ experience and the current political climate from her position as a writer for the New York Times op-ed page and as co-chair of the media advocacy nonprofit GLAAD. Author of the first bestselling work by a transgender American, She’s Not There, Boylan is also […]

Announcing a very special, extra-value event. Two 30-minute labs for one low price including “Prepping for a Business Loan,” presented by Tanya Verzoni, and “Understanding Business Plans,” presented by Rose Creps. Cost: $15. Lunch is not included. Cash, check and credit accepted at the door. Location: REM Community Center, 31 Temple St., Waterville. Reserve Your […]

Come "Write-In" at the Waterville Public Library every Wednesday in November from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and celebrate National Novel Writing Month! National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing. On November 1, participants around the world begin working towards the goal of writing a 50,000-word novel by 11:59 p.m. […]

Join the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours! Held on the third Wednesday of each month, except during the summer, 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 […]

Seasoned and aspiring visual artists are invited to participate in a newly expanded Common Street Arts program dedicated to drawing, painting, and sculpting. Participants bring their media of choice: charcoal, pastels, paints, clay, etc. common street arts provides art horses and chairs. Practice drawing and/or painting the human figure! Develop and refine your artistic skills […]

Central Maine's technology community comes together for a fun night of collaboration, drinks, food, and networking. At Tech Night you will be connected with technologists that share a passion for learning, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This month's TechTalk is about the "Internet of Things," where sensors and actuators embedded in physical objects, from roadways to […]

Academic freedom is core to the mission of higher education. A growing number of conflicts in the form of large public demonstrations and event protests have created an urgent need for institutions to reflect on what freedom of expression looks like on their respective campuses. Some scholars and thought-leaders are concerned that efforts to increase […]

The tenth annual Worldvision Song Contest is one of THE events of the year! Come and hear Colby’s language assistants and students once again rock the campus with outstanding and undoubtedly memorable songs in Chinese, French, German, Arabic, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish. President David Greene will join us as a guest judge. What’s on […]

Hadith Bani-Adam, a Somali refugee living in Lewiston, Maine, is one of a few younger Somalis playing the oud in the traditional style and singing older poetic songs of his native land. He is also a prolific composer, whose songs deal with the heartache of war and the resulting fallout. Greg Boardman, viola, and Ness […]

The Sukeforth Family Festival of Tree's is a fundraising event that brings local and surrounding community businesses together to donate fully decorated artificial trees that will be displayed throughout the double weekend event. The public is invited to come see this holiday extravaganza where they can purchase raffle tickets for $.50 a piece that can […]

As folks who work with/parent/appreciate girls - we know you know girls who are rockin' it! In March, we'll hold our annual Girls Rock! Awards and now we are seeking nominations. We hand out awards in six categories: Entrepreneur STEM-gineer Community Organizer Title IX Champion Against the Odds Advocate Health Promoter. Girls (self-identified, by birth […]

Calling all innovators, creators, technologists, and entrepreneurs!  Join us for the inaugural Central Maine Converge and Create Weekend. When: Nov 17 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM and Nov 18 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Where: Thomas College in Waterville, ME This 2-day event is for innovators, creators, technologists, and entrepreneurs interested in learning how to […]

This show has been rescheduled to November 17. Maine’s own wicked funny comedian returns for his annual performance at the Opera House! Tickets: $27.50 (Price does not include per ticket handling fees.) Location: Waterville Opera House, 1 Common Street, Waterville, 873-7000, www.operahouse.org.

The Sukeforth Family Festival of Tree's is a fundraising event that brings local and surrounding community businesses together to donate fully decorated artificial trees that will be displayed throughout the double weekend event. The public is invited to come see this holiday extravaganza where they can purchase raffle tickets for $.50 a piece that can […]

Calling all innovators, creators, technologists, and entrepreneurs! Join us for the inaugural Central Maine Converge and Create Weekend. When: Nov 17 12:30 PM - 8:30 PM and Nov 18 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Where: Thomas College in Waterville, ME This 2-day event is for innovators, creators, technologists, and entrepreneurs interested in learning how to […]

The 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 […]

Canceled due to technical problems. Following the rapturous response to his last opera, The Tempest, the Met presents the American premiere of Thomas Adès’s The Exterminating Angel, inspired by the classic Luis Buñuel film of the same name. Hailed by the New York Times at its 2016 Salzburg Festival premiere as “inventive and audacious … a major event,” The Exterminating Angel is […]

Sea Shells, Sea Shells! There are so many beautiful species! Tour the shells collections in the marine biology room to learn about different shells and their special adaptations for living in the ocean. Explore shells from around the world. And, make a shell craft to take home. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children. Location: […]