The Long Shadow is a gripping personalized history lesson, with Causey covering salient points, including how economics drove the despicable trading of humans. Her of-the-moment feature couldn’t be more necessary. —Randy Myers, Mercury News Director Frances Causey will join us by Skype for a post-screening Q&A!  Directed, produced, written and narrated by Southern born filmmaker Francis […]

Join us in the Teen Room at the Waterville Public Library and make something amazing! Every Monday at 3:00 pm, we'll be creating something new. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! You're a hedgehog, Harry! On Monday, June 18, create adorable hedgehogs out of old paperbacks! This event is free, and open to […]

Somewhere along the line, politics replaced sex as the one thing we can’t discuss in mixed company. Bring It to the Table breaks that taboo. When Julie Winokur’s 17-year old son called her the most politically intolerant person she had ever met, she knew she had to prove him wrong. In this humorous, thought-provoking film, […]

This interactive workshop touches on the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career and study skills. This workshop is free, but advance registration is required. Register at http://meoc.maine.edu/workshops/workshop-schedule/ or 1-800-281-3703.

R.J. Anzelc, founder of Bricks Coworking & Innovation, will speak at the next Leadership Luncheon, where you will be able to get a bird’s-eye view of how a start-up evolves from a local entrepreneur while enjoying fine Italian cuisine. Mid-Maine Chamber's Leadership Luncheon is a quarterly series of professional speakers sharing their path to success […]

Looking for a way to brighten up your child's day? Bring him or her on down to the Library for Crafternoons! Drop in anytime between 2:30 and 4:00 PM every Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! hildren under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week: Paper Plate Jellyfish!

The Quarry Road Summer Race Series is a fun, family-friendly, weekly trail running series. Our goal is to provide a summer of great experiences for runners in the greater Waterville area.   Each week participants will complete different courses of varying lengths from 3k to 8k, utilizing the full extent of the Quarry Road trail system. […]

Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, PFLAG meets the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM at the Pleasant Street Methodist Church in the Dunn Parlor on the 2nd floor. All those interested in promoting the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender persons, their […]

Make your own teapot and extras in this fun exploration of all things teapot! Students will learn how to wheel throw all elements of the teapot including vessel, spout, lid, knob, and assemble all pieces into a functional piece. Participants will explore different shapes, sizes, and decoration. Wheel throwing and clay experience is necessary for […]

Seasoned and aspiring artists are invited to participate in the life drawing program that provides a unique opportunity for emerging and established artists alike. Hone your painting, drawing or sculpting skills in a supportive environment, we have a delightful group of regulars. Participants bring their media of choice. CSA provides the chairs, model, and camaraderie. […]

School’s out, and each day this week we offer a different animal program to get kids excited about exploring nature this summer. For Frog Day, learn about the special life cycle of frogs, and what clever adaptations they use to survive and thrive in their habitat! Plus, bring home a fun frog craft. Admission: $3 […]

Join us each month at a different area business for Business After Hours. These events are a great opportunity to mix and mingle with other business professionals and leaders in our communities. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and other beverages are available, as well as a 50/50 raffle and fabulous door prizes donated by area […]

What do humans, whales, and bats have in common? Quite a lot, it turns out! We will talk about what makes a mammal a mammal, and the adaptations we can observe in a mammal’s fur, teeth, and feet to find out who they are, and what they’re good at! Skulls and pelts will be on […]

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 Love, Simon (PG-13). This screening is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

Make simple block print cards this Thursday! Art in the Park, a free program hosted by Common Street Arts, is designed to foster creativity and community among residents and visitors to Waterville. Art in the Park takes place every Thursday in Castonguay Square and works with area teaching artists to develop unique arts programming- providing […]

Calling All Youth Mountain Bikers... Come Catch a Smile with the Central Maine Cycling Club Junior Dirt Riders every week this summer. We will be hosting our weekly Youth Mountain Bike Ride at Quarry Trails in Waterville. Rides will last from 6 to 7:30 pm. The rides are open to all riders from High School […]

KVCAP Golf Tournament & Silent Auction 4 Person Scramble $125/player - $500/foursome $75 for Lakewood members Lakewood Golf Course Friday, June 22, 2018 Resgistration 8:00 AM Shotgun Start 9:00 AM Spring is in the air, and we are gearing up for our Fourth Annual Golf & Silent Auction. All proceeds support the Kennebec & Somerset Explorer public […]

  Seussical the Musical June 15, 16, 22 at 7:30pm June 17, 23, 24 at 2:00pm   Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens Co-Conceived by Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens, and Eric Idle Based on the works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Debra Susi   Seussical is a […]

Did you know that Blue Jays brought oak trees to Maine? If you’re not looking at birds, you’re missing the story of the natural world! Today we will appreciate the beauty and diversity of the world of birds, and see if we can guess their special areas of expertise by their — you guessed it […]

BBQ lunch, hotdogs, hamburgers and homemade baked goods. Lots of trash and treasure items available.

BBQ lunch, hotdogs, hamburgers and homemade baked goods Lots of trash and treasure items available. Benefit Fairfield United Methodist Church

The concept of movable type was invented in China a thousand years ago, but the refined and efficient Gutenberg press of 1439 rocketed Europe into the Renaissance. Where would we be without books? “Unplug” for the afternoon and come learn the art of setting type on our 1820s Acorn press. Print your own card to […]

Join Common Street Arts to learn how to make knit hats for babies in need! The American Heart Association is raising awareness about babies born with heart defects. Volunteers from around the country are helping by knitting and crocheting red hats for babies at participating hospitals. Join the experienced knitters to learn the easy pattern […]

It’s a tale as old as time, the star-crossed lovers who take their lives - Romeo and Juliet.  Although everyone is familiar with the plot, this story never grows old. Recycled Shakespeare Company (RSC) is celebrating its fifth season with this the greatest love story ever told. Two indoor performances will be 7 p.m, Friday […]

Snow Pond Center for Arts and the Snow Pond Music Festival present the first annual Snow Pond Jazz Brunch. Featuring faculty and students from the world renowned 21st Century Band Jazz Institute. Doors will open at 9:45 a.m. and the music will run from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of the 21st Century Band include Ron Blake […]