Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens every Monday at 3:00 p.m. and make something new. We'll provide the supplies; you bring the creativity! On Monday, April 2, we'll be learning how to make different kinds of macramé jewelry! This event is free, and open to attendees ages 11-18.

After building her own do-it-yourself “artificial pancreas,” Dana Lewis helped found the open-source artificial pancreas movement (known as “OpenAPS”), making of safe and effective artificial pancreas technology available (sooner) for people with diabetes around the world. She is part of the #WeAreNotWaiting movement and engages with patient communities globally to solve healthcare problems in new […]

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:oo every Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! (Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper.) This week: Pom-Pom Bird's Nests

Cornel West will deliver the keynote lecture for the 2017-18 Colby College humanities theme, Origins. West is professor of the practice of public philosophy at Harvard University and a frequent guest on the Bill Maher Show, CNN, Democracy Now!, and C-Span. His passion is to communicate to a vast variety of publics in order to […]

Kathleen Sullivan, 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has been engaged in the nuclear issue for nearly 30 years and has worked internationally as an educator for disarmament focusing primarily on two distinct audiences: young people and atomic bomb survivors (hibakusha). Currently, she is the program director for Hibakusha Stories, an arts-based initiative. As an education […]

Charles D’Ambrosio is the recipient of a Whiting Award and a Lannan Fellowship and is the author of two collections of short stories, The Point and The Dead Fish Museum, which was a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award, and two essay collections, Orphans and Loitering. He teaches in the M.F.A. program at the Iowa Writers […]

different works of found footage. The shortest of these, Celeste Fichter’s “Walking on Water,” lasts just over a minute and uses the theme from Hawaii Five-O to accompany the biblical tale of Jesus defying natural law. Soda Jerk’s “The Time That Remains,” a “spectral melodrama” starring several iterations of both Joan Crawford and Bette Davis, […]

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 Star Wars: The Last Jedi (PG-13). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

This talk by Rita Felski makes a case for “attachment” as a key word for the humanities. What are the devices that attach us to works of art? Zadie Smith’s conversion to the music of Joni Mitchell offers a striking example of one such device: that of attunement. Felski is William R. Kenan Jr. Professor […]

During the academic year Museum staff members, Colby faculty, and guest speakers will discuss current exhibitions or works in the museum collection in Noontime Art Talks. Join Colby College Associate Professor of Cinema Studies Steve Wurtzler and Katz Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art Diana Tuite as they discuss American painter and Emmy Award-winning screenwriter […]

Four-time GRAMMY-winning jazz bassist Christian McBride has been likened to a force of nature, fusing the fire and fury of a virtuoso with the depth and grounding of a seasoned journeyman. For his concert at Colby, he will be joined by Josh Evans on trumpet, Marcus Strickland on saxophone, and Nasheet Waits on drums. Click […]

Join us for a singing, dancing storytime with our friend, Ms. Jenn! This time, its all about music! Get ready to move! A great time for kids 3 and up with their grownups! For more about Ms. Jenn, check out her Facebook page!

Preschoolers, toddlers, and their grown-ups are invited to a brief exploration of the museum, after which we will read a children’s book related to the month’s theme. Then to the Mirken Education Center to have a snack and create your own works of art. No RSVP is required; however, the program is capped at 30 […]

Have you always wanted to enroll in a clay class but were unsure about what might be involved? This is a great opportunity to explore and ask questions of the studio manager, Denae Ferguson. There will be moments to roll up your sleeves and try various techniques with instruction by Denae. Stop in and see […]

Between April 2 – April 8 is Bat Appreciation Week! Did you know bats can eat up to 1,200 mosquitoes in an hour and often consume their body weight in insects every night! Mosquitos carry diseases that can be very harmful to humans, so that makes bats pretty awesome! Maine is even home to more […]

Rescheduled to April 7   Cat on a Hot Tin Roof played a strictly limited season in London’s West End in 2017. Following his smash hit production of A Streetcar Named Desire, Benedict Andrews’ “thrilling revival” (New York Times) starred Sienna Miller alongside, Jack O’Connell and Colm Meaney. On a steamy night in Mississippi, a […]

Believe it or not, spring has sprung! At least it has at Common Street Arts! Join the fun of building some colorful, spring themed, wild creations to wear on your head! You can create your own fabulous spring bonnets and art hats in the CSA classroom. There will be prizes for the most creative creations. […]

Colby College Chorale and Colby Kennebec Choral Society will be directed by Eric Christopher Perry for this event. Dawn highlights the origins of literary styles and movements. Featuring works by Quebec composer Robert Ingari, Jay Mobley the American composer, and work by Francine Trester based on Langston Hughes' work. Click for more info.

Four and a half years in the making, Dead in the Water is Wittkower’s fifteenth documentary film. It was shot in different coastal towns and features scenes and interviews with area fishermen, their spouses and other family members; advocates for fishermen; elected officials; and community activists. A graduate of the American Film Institute in cinematography, […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens every Monday at 3:00 p.m. and make something new. We’ll provide the supplies; you bring the creativity! On Monday, April 9, we'll be attempting to make functional shoes out of recycled newspaper! Come join in the the challenge! This event is free, and open to attendees ages […]

Peter Vigue, past president and CEO of Cianbro, will speak about his success and his struggles along the way. Peter is chairman of an organization that has a 69-year history during which Cianbro has safely and efficiently planned, managed, and constructed many technically complex, historic, and environmentally sensitive projects for a wide variety of public […]

Looking for a way to brighten up your child's day? Bring them on down to the Library for Crafternoons! Drop in anytime between 2:30 and 4PM every Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week: Soda Bottle Fairy Houses! FMI: Call 680-2604 or email kkenny@watervillelibrary.org

Supporting REM Join KV Connect, Waterville’s young professionals group, for an exciting evening of networking and socialization while helping to support a great cause! Suggested $5 donation.

A foray is defined as an attempt to become involved in a new activity or sphere or an incursion into enemy territory. For a consumer economist who studies genetically engineered (GE) food policy, both definitions fit. This talk with Jane Kolodinsky, chair, department of community development and applied economics, and director, Center for Rural Studies, […]

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

Ongoing and future climate change challenges land managers in the region to protect current and future ecosystems. Some species will be able to weather these changes and remain part of the landscape, other species may decline due to increasing stress, and still other species currently found further south may expand their ranges north into Maine. […]

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 […]

Maine Filmmaker Thom Willey and Passamaquoddy Artists to hold a post-screening Q&A! Rhythms Of The Heart by Maine filmmaker Thom Willey depicts Passamaquoddy canoe and basket craftsman David Moses Bridges and his journey to preserve family, life, and tradition while facing a life threatening illness. A lifetime resident of Southwest Harbor, Willey’s work includes such […]

  April 12 7:15 to 9:00 AM  Summit Room, Spann Commons, Thomas College, 180 West River Road, Waterville   Process Improvement Specialists: Intro to Lean-Failure Demand Learn how to make incremental and continuous improvements in your businesses processes, as well as how you manage for results, in order to take your business and your team […]

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 Pitch Perfect 3 (PG-13). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

Mexican artist Yoshua Okón’s videos blur the lines between documentary, reality, and fiction. He collaborates closely with his actors (often amateurs) to create sociological examinations that ask viewers to contemplate uncomfortable situations and circumstances. In this talk, he will focus on a select group of works produced over the last twenty years including Oracle, now […]

Come celebrate the new exhibition with us! It will feature new work by two contemporary Maine artists, each with a distinct and compelling approach to color and form. The reception will feature wine, spirits, and snacks provided by Meridians of Fairfield. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday 12:00 – 5:00 p.m., Thursdays until 6:00. This […]

Vijay Prashad is an Indian historian, journalist, and book publisher. He is director of Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research and chief editor of LeftWord Books. He reports for Frontline, The Hindu and Newsclick (in India), BirGün (in Turkey), and Alternet (in the United States) and appears regularly on The Real News Network and Democracy Now. […]

Join Tara Kohn, Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in Art History at Bowdoin College, as she explores the exhibition City of Ambition: Photography from the Collection, on view Feb. 15 to Aug. 26, 2018.

DREAM Action: Voicing Challenges in Our Own Communities Colby College Museum of Art No registration required   How does one react to a recent deportation? Where can we go to seek support or are unsure where to start? How can we have a healthy dialogue with someone around immigration in our current political climate? In our […]

Meet the artists whose works appear in our Spring Awakening exhibition. There will be food, drinks, and live entertainment. Artist collections include: Acrylics & Prints by Cindy Taylor Clark Acrylics, Oils and Wood Sculpture by Kevin James Mixed Media Collages & Pastels by Dee Keneagy Nature Inspired Art & Organic Sculptures by Mimi McCutcheon Pastels […]

Former U.S. political prisoner Ramona Africa is the Minister of Communication for the MOVE Organization, and a Philadelphia-based organizer with the International Concerned Family and Friends of Mumia Abu Jamal. She is also the only living survivor of the 1985 MOVE bombing, when the FBI and Philadelphia police dropped two C-4 bombs on her organization’s […]

  You're Invited! SATURDAY SNACKTIVITY FREE Snack & Arts/Science Activity  Every Saturday 11:00AM - 1:00PM thru August 2018 AYC Art Room Youth ages 6-12 years old       Snacks Include: Yogurt, Crackers, Fruit, Granola Bars, Water   Upcoming Activities for April 4/7 - Paper Spinners 4/14 - April Showers Sun Catchers 4/21 - Truffula Trees 4/28 - Egg […]

Met Music Director Emeritus James Levine conducts a revival of Luisa Miller, which has not been seen at the Met since 2006. Starring Sonya Yoncheva as a peasant girl Luisa opposite Piotr Beczala as Rodolfo in Giuseppe Verdi’s tragedy about a young woman who sacrifices her own happiness in an attempt to save her father’s […]

Does anyone else out there just like to look up at the sky and day dream? We hope we’re not alone! Today is look up at the sky day and we are so excited to celebrate with you! We want to take some time to look up and learn about what is happening in our […]

by Nick Pattison ’18 Showcasing both the rich history and daily life of older people, an intergenerational audience will learn to understand ways that disease, age, and ability interact with the life of older people. Based on narratives from residents at Lakewood Nursing Home in Waterville, this show will provide some of the deepest ways […]

The Colby Jazz Band takes up travels from a more left-coast perspective with Jimmy Giuffre’s “Four Brothers,” artist Shorty Rogers’s “Popo,” Count Basie saxophonist and composer Frank Foster’s “Shiny Stockings,” followed by Humberto Ramirez’s ballad/bolero for trumpet “Midnight Talk,” Paquito D’Rivera’s Latin funk tune “Mariel,” and Papo Vazquez’s Bomba-style work “Blue Ray.” Sponsored by the […]

Rebecca Traister will give a lecture titled “Workplace Reckonings: Gender, Power, Politics.” Sponsored by the Government Department.

The Thomas College Dirty Dog Mud Run is a 5K, 14-obstacle course that loops through the woods and campus. Obstacles range from monkey bars, tire flips, mud crawl, bucket carry, three/four/five- foot walls, and trails. The Dirty Dog Mud Run is fun for the whole family, with a kids’ race, food trucks, and a DJ. […]

All are welcome to help with planning for the June Festival.

Perhaps the most unique (partially) made-in-Maine movie ever made. What does the energy harnessed through orgasm have to do with the state of communist Yugoslavia circa 1971? Only counterculture filmmaker extraordinaire Dušan Makavejev has the answers (or the questions). His surreal documentary-fiction collision WR: Mysteries of the Organism begins as an investigation into the life […]

Ustad Usman Khan was born into a life of music. A sixth generation musician, third-generation sitar master and the grandson of Ustad Rehmat Khan (who in the 19th century codified the sitar into its modern-day form), he received from his father, Ustad Abdul Karim Khan of Dharwad, starting at age 6. He is known for […]

Turn back the clock! Explore old-time toys and games. Come roll a hoop; play a 300-year-old game, Graces; do a ring toss; write on a slate board … and more! Make a craft to take home. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children (ages 17 and under)

Manpower is seeking wait staff, banquet servers, bussers, and dishwashers. $10-$12/hour, paid weekly. Flexible schedule with the ability to work many or few shifts. Every experience level sought from entry-level workers to experienced wait staff. Call Manpower at 622-1535 or email Augusta.ME@Manpower.com for more information! Location: Fireplace Room, First Floor, Waterville Public Library.

Looking for a way to brighten up your child's day? Bring him or her on down to the Library anytime between 2:30 and 4:00 every Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week: Pipe Cleaner & Bead Caterpillars & Butterflies!

There will NOT be a game night on Monday, April 16, because the library will be closed for Patriot's Day. Instead there will be game nights Tuesday, April 17, Wednesday, April 18, and Friday, April 20. Come to the Waterville Public Library during April vacation and join us for a series of Teen Game Nights! […]

Artist-critic Roger White will lead an inquiry into art criticism beginning with an enumeration of personal motivations and proceeding, via a typology of forms of art writing, toward a proposition about the future. Organized by Colby’s Art Department. Contact: Kristine Johnson, art@colby.edu, 207-859-5630

Come hear the innovative steps that five entrepreneurs have taken in their businesses which have made them leaders in their fields. This event, Pardon the Innovation, hosted by Thomas College’s Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation, is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Our five entrepreneur panelists will each give a […]

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 […]

Excess nutrient runoff from agricultural fields can enter nearby streams and rivers, harming sensitive species, contaminating water supplies, and fueling downstream algal blooms and low-oxygen “dead zones.” Research by Jen Tank, Galla Professor of Biological Sciences, University of Notre Dame, examines the benefit of two conservation strategies that potentially prevent excess nutrients from being transported […]

For centuries, the guitar has been associated with folk songs, which are occasionally elevated to art song. We offer three in this program: Manuel da Falla’s “Siete canciones populares españolas” (1914), Mátyás Seiber’s “Four French Folk Songs” (1959), and Benjamin Britten’s “Folksong Arrangements” (1961). Location: Alex Katz Gallery, Colby Museum of Art. Sponsored by the […]

Examine and learn about some of the minerals common in Maine, look at special minerals under a black light and see what happens, break a geode, and start a small rock collection. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children (ages 17 and under)

Drop by the Children's Department between 2:00 and 4:00. We'll be making mini-catapults and loading them with marshmallows. Can your creation knock down a wall? For kids up to age 12. If you are younger than 7, you must bring a grownup helper.

There will not be a game night on Monday, April 16, because the library will be closed for Patriot's Day. Instead there will be game nights Tuesday, April 17, Wednesday, April 18, and Friday, April 20. Come to the Waterville Public Library during April vacation and join us for a series of Teen Game Nights! […]

Join Common Street Arts for this skills-focused series that captures the poses of local celebrities! All are welcome to attend from seasoned artists to beginners. This program offers a unique opportunity to hone artists' drawing skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their media of choice. This month's celebrity model is Anuli Iloabachi, Assistant […]

Eric S. Rosengren (Colby Class of 1979), president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and chair of the Colby College Board of Trustees, will deliver the annual Grossman Lecture in economics.

Come to the Waterville Public Library and join us in exploring unknown worlds! We will be playing Dead Simple, a paper-and-pencil role-playing game, where you control a character and go on quests for fame, fortune and glory! The event is free and open to attendees ages 10 to 18. Registration is required; ten spots are […]

Bring your friends and drop by the Children's Department for old and new card games, including: Bears vs. Babies — a monster building war for ages 8+, 2-5 players. Exploding Kittens — a “hot potato” game for ages 7+, 2-5 players. LittleCodr — a game of planning and computer logic for ages 4+, 2-5 players. […]

Join The Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA at the Alfond Youth Center (2nd floor library) for the final Winter Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market of the season. Along with the fresh fruits and vegetables, there will be a Youth Booth managed by the After School Program at AYC. Something for everyone can be found at […]

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 The Incredibles (PG). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

Maine Film Center Members’ Spring Event: FREE to all Maine Film Center members in appreciation of your continuing support! Wine and eats provided by Meridians before the film, beginning at 7:00. Mark Tipton and Les Sorciers Perdus perform live original music to accompany a program in two acts, including Buster Keaton comedies and a selection […]

Clothing, shoes, and accessories for all.   Household items and white elephant items. Toys, books and whatever. 9-1PM Friday, Apr 20 9-Noon Saturday, Apr 21 ($1/bag the last hour on Sat) First Congregational Church, corner of Main St and Eustis Parkway, Waterville

Come learn about mammals as you draw you favorite furry beast. Find out about how mammal teeth tell what they eat. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children (ages 17 and under)

Drop by the Children's Department between 2 and 4 pm to make a simple paper kite. With the right wind conditions, it really flies! For kids up to age 12. If you are younger than 7, you must bring a grownup helper

There will not be a game night on Monday, April 16, because the library will be closed for Patriot's Day. Instead there will be game nights Tuesday, April 17, Wednesday, April 18, and Friday, April 20. Come to the Waterville Public Library during April vacation and join us for a series of Teen Game Nights! […]

FrogWatchUSA is a citizen science project where regular people get to go out gather scientific information that scientist actually use! The scientist behind FrogWatchUSA would like information like what species we have in our backyards and when are they calling. So we would like to invite you to come and learn how all of this […]

Clothing, shoes, and accessories for all. Household items and white elephant items. Toys, books and whatever. 9-1PM Friday, Apr 20 9-Noon Saturday, Apr 21 ($1/bag the last hour on Sat) First Congregational Church, corner of Main St and Eustis Parkway, Waterville

Believe it or not Recycled Shakespeare Company is about to hold our FIFTH annual Bard's Birthday Bash to celebrate Shakespeare! REM was part of the very first one and several others so we hope you will take part this year. We invite you to join in this community celebration and have some Shakespearian fun on […]

Preschoolers, toddlers, and their grown-ups are invited to a brief exploration of the museum, after which we will read a children’s book related to the month’s theme. Then to the Mirken Education Center to have a snack and create your own works of art. No RSVP is required; however, the program is capped at 30 […]

Come join Colby students for some food and entertainment at Couture Park Softball Field on Water Street and Green St. Park in the South End. We will have activities for children as well as small samples from local vendors. This event will be following Colby Cares Day, during which students will spend the morning volunteering […]

Sponsored by WatervilleCreates! SMMC’s Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Team & the Waterville Public Library. Starts at Waterville Public Library; ends at Common St Arts Gallery. Come make fun recycled masks and celebrate Earth Day with us! We will begin at the WPL and end at Common Street Arts, picking up trash along the way. Free […]

It’s game time! We’ll have hot dogs, cotton candy, peanuts, and cracker jacks, plus other ballpark-themed food and drink along with gallery tours and activities. Cosponsored by the Colby Museum of Art and the museum’s Student Advisory Board.

Did you know, Pokemon characters appeared on postage stamps in Japan? Are you just getting started with Pokemon trading cards? Do you want to meet other card collectors and players? Come to our Pokemon Party for kids! We'll have Pokemon-themed activities, the chance to show off your favorite character, and practice games. For kids up […]

Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart A winning cast comes together for Phelim McDermott’s clever vision of Mozart’s comedy about the sexes, set in a carnivalesque, fun house environment inspired by 1950s Coney Island — complete with bearded ladies, fire eaters, and a Ferris wheel. Manipulating the action are the Don Alfonso of Christopher Maltman and […]

It’s National Go Birding Day! Birding is something that we can do all year round but it is important to know how to identify and listen for birds! So, join us on a little walking adventure to see what birds we can find. We will teach you how to identify some birds and how to […]

The community is invited to join in the fun and honor with their attendance the community nonprofit organizations and exemplary volunteers which directly and powerfully affect our quality of life. A Power Point presentation will be projected larger than life on the Waterville Opera House screen providing a rare opportunity for the community to get […]

Directed by Eric Christopher Perry, the Colby Collegium will present a survey of the unique origins of choral music. Juxtaposed with audio samples of each composer’s final works, we aim to show where the journey begins and ends. Works include Bach’s first church cantata, BWV 4, Christ lag in Todesbanden, and Christoph Graupner’s 1709 cantata […]

Choreography: Yuri Grigorovich Designer: Simon Virsaladze Lighting Designer: Mikhail Sokolov The epitome of Romantic ballet, this heart-rending tale of unrequited love, remorse, and forgiveness perfectly fuses music, movement, and drama. The role of Giselle requires an exquisite stylist with daring dramatic and technical skills, creating a compelling portrait of the innocent, yet ultimately noble, village […]

Sponsored by Sustain Mid Maine Coalition’s Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Team. Meet in Castonguay Square. Join us to collect litter around the downtown area. Garbage bags & disposable rubber gloves will be provided.

ACAT is pleased to announce Between the Lines, a new play reading series presented in partnership with the Waterville Public Library and Waterville Creates! The play reading series complements ACAT’s main series of staged productions. The inaugural season of Between the Lines consists of staged readings of four significant plays, the last of which is […]

The biennial Brody Award for 2018 will be presented to Judge Anita Brody, Senior United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Appointed by President George H.W. Bush in 1991, Judge Brody, who is not related to the award's namesake, is best known for presiding over the lawsuits and settlements relating to concussions […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens every Monday at 3:00 p.m. and make something new. We’ll provide the supplies; you bring the creativity! On Monday, April 23, recreate your favorite scenes from fiction using Peeps! We'll provide the Peeps and art supplies, but please bring a shoebox if possible. This event is free, […]

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

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

Taking civic dialogue and imagination as forces for social change, Philadelphia’s Monument Lab asks the question, “What is an appropriate monument for our city?” Monument Lab, along with Colby faculty and students, will facilitate a community conversation on the role of public art. This event is part of the “Space for Conversation” series — discussions […]

What role can comics and other forms of literary-visual art play in our conversations about the environment? This talk by Thomas Doran, assistant professor, Rhode Island School of Design, explores how comics-art functions as a unique medium for telling stories about how humans and other animals relate to their environments, focusing especially on the form’s […]

Discover a different anime every month and practice your drawing skills with friends at the Waterville Public Library's Teen Anime & Art Club! These events are free, and open to attendees ages 11-18. Cos-play is welcome, but not required. This month's anime is Beast King GoLion: "Thousands of years ago, GoLion was an arrogant robot […]

Will Bonsall, author, and well known gardening expert and seed curator will speak about developing writing skills aimed for people who want to write journals, diaries, reflective writing, letters to editors/ friends and articles for publishing.

Poetry workshop with Kate Marvin, visiting professor in creative writing at Colby College. Advanced registration required. Click for details.

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 Wreck-It-Ralph (PG). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. Location: Bartlett Room for Teens. More Information […]

  Look at this Rising Star! One of Waterville's young professionals is being recognized for his leadership and hard work. Celebrate with Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce as it distinguishes those people and businesses who deserve it the most.   Email Kelly Smith to register   April 26 5:00 PM Kennebec Valley Community College Carter Hall […]

Cassie Jones and Will Sears discuss the process and inspiration for their new work on view in Side by Side at Common Street Arts. This conversation will help you explore the creative minds and the processes of Jones and Sears. Learn more about how each artist employs distinct methods to investigate color and form through […]

Join the Oak Student Committee in dialogue with alumni as they share their experiences with activism on Colby’s campus and beyond. Alumni in attendance will include Muheb Esmat ’16, Tionna Haynes ’15, Eric Mehnert ’82, and Charles Terrell ’70.

Since its founding in 1948, Israel has played an important role in the Jewish-American imagination. But the Jewish state has come to mean very different things to different segments of the American-Jewish community. Perhaps not surprisingly, many 20th-century Jewish-American writers steered clear of the topic, focusing instead on the Holocaust or on Jewish life in […]

Following the Artist Talk with Cassie Jones and Will Sears at Common Street Arts on Thursday night, there will be a wonderful free music performance by the passionate and talented Danika Holmes! Danika + the Jeb are known for being a dynamic, uplifting, and fun band that creates powerful music through soulful writing and elegant […]

Girls Rock! Conferences are planned BY girls FOR girls. The high school girls on the Girls Advisory Board choose topics for the conference that are relevant to them AND YOU! They are the speakers and the workshop facilitators. In fact, they design the workshops! It’s a fun filled day of learning, sharing, growing and some […]

Join Bill Lagerstrom, museum docent and former professional sports photographer, and Robert P. Hernandez, freelance illustrator and high school baseball coach, in discussing the current exhibition Game Time: The Sports Photography of Walter Iooss, which will remain on view through June 24, 2018.

PK WTVL volume 27 will take place on Friday, April 27, 2018, at the Waterville Opera House! The evening will begin with a reception at 6:00pm at Common Street Arts, 93 Main Street, Waterville. Presentations will begin at 7:20p in the Waterville Opera House. The V27 emcee will be Garvan Donegan of the Central Maine […]

Clothing, books, home decor, houseware items, and more! April 28, 2018, 8am - 2pm in the fellowship hall at the Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, 61 Pleasant St., Waterville. 

Participants will visit the exhibition Game Time, then create their own personal trading card. Family workshops are free and open to all ages. No RSVP is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Music by Jules Massenet “Glorious,” raved the New York Times when Joyce DiDonato sang the title role of Cendrillon (“Cinderella”) at the Royal Opera in 2011. “Her performance was thoroughly enchanting.” Now, for the first time ever, Massenet’s sumptuous take on the Cinderella story comes to the Met, with DiDonato starring in the title role. […]

Sunday, April 29, is Save the Frogs Day! The whole month of April has been dedicated as National Frog Month, so what better way to end the month than talking about what we can do to help save our amphibian friends? We would love it if you could join us to learn about some frog […]

Learn unique and fun methods of 3-D paper construction with visiting artist, Tamar Ettigen! Create one-of-a-kind pop-up cards and discover how to craft paper into incredible structures. Participants will create works inspired by artists Cassie Jones and Will Sears, whose work will be on display in the exhibition, Side by Side. Ages 8 and up. […]

Have you ever heard of a vernal pool? They provide an amazing temporary habitat for animals like frogs and salamanders! And we have one right here on campus! We would love to show you and teach you all about the animals that live there and why vernal pools are so important. But you must remember, […]

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Concert starts at 8:00 p.m. Appetizers & cash bar available. Grab your friends and get your tickets... You won't want to miss this show! American Ride plays cover music from artists like Toby Keith, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Zac Brown,Brantley Gilbert, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, The Doobie Brothers, The […]

In Maine, 1 in 5 people will experience sexual violence in their lifetime. This shocking statistic has outraged many of us in our community. We have decided to take a stand against sexual violence by running or walking at this event in support of those survivors in our own home towns. The seventh annual One […]

Come to our annual sheep shearing day! We will also raise the May pole, fiddle some tunes, and dance in the spring weather. We will have wool spinners and there spinning wheels demonstrating and plenty of hands on fun. Try your hand at our weaving loom, set up for you to weave in some natural […]

This session will address your most pressing QuickBooks questions. It will also cover: Tricky Transactions, Working with Reports, Advanced Features, Tips and Tricks. Please be ready with your specific questions and issues. This seminar is designed for those who have been using QuickBooks for at least 6 months. This event is free but registration is […]

Pious Ali, a Youth and Community Engagement Specialist at the University of Southern Maine’s Muskie School of Public Service, has spent the better part of his life focused on community engagement. Pious is the first African-born Muslim American to be elected to public office in Maine, becoming a member of the city’s elected Board of […]

Join us at the Waterville Rotary Club and learn about New Ventures Maine's involvement in supporting microenterprises! Eloise Vitelli will describe how New Ventures Maine has been helping aspiring entrepreneurs get their ideas off the ground for over 30 years. Microenterprises, i.e. businesses with 5 or fewer employees, including the owner, contribute 20% of all […]

Join us in the Teen Room at the Waterville Public Library and make something amazing! Every Monday at 3:00, we'll be creating something new. We provide the supplies; you bring the creativity! On Monday, April 30, capture the emotions of anime and manga with hair accessories and pins! This event is free, and open to […]

The Goldfarb Center for Public Affairs and the Pugh Community Board have partnered to welcome civil rights activist and creator of the #MeToo movement Tarana Burke to the Colby campus. Burke will present a lecture on the origins and progress of the #MeToo movement, followed by an audience Q&A. Contact: Tim Dobyns, tdobyns@colby.edu.

Colby College Museum of Art Mirken Coordinator of Public and Academic Programs Jordia Benjamin introduces David Driskell: In Search of the Creative Truth Maine artist David C. Driskell has been a primary conduit for bringing African American art into the mainstream of American society. He has done so through his own artwork and writings, teachings […]

In conjunction with the Museum of Art exhibition Game Time: The Sports Photography of Walter Iooss, journalist Jemele Hill of ESPN and The Undefeated, a digital publication focused on race, culture, and sports, will join in conversation with Justin McCann, curator of the exhibition. The two will discuss issues that sit at the intersection of […]

Now on the first and third Tuesday of every month! Seasoned and aspiring artists are invited to participate in the life drawing program hosted by Common Street Arts. This program provides a unique opportunity for emerging and established artists to hone their drawing skills in a supportive environment. Participants bring their media of choice: charcoal, […]

Soufra follows the unlikely and wildly inspirational story of intrepid social entrepreneur, Mariam Shaar, a generational refugee who has spent her entire life in the Burj El Barajneh refugee camp just south of Beirut, Lebanon. The film follows Mariam as she sets out against all odds to change her fate by launching a successful catering […]

Whether you are entering the workforce or looking for a new professional challenge, the employers at Central Maine Growth Council’s Regional Job Fair have exciting opportunities for you. Approximately 30 employers will participate in the fair, representing industries ranging from healthcare to finance, from education to construction. The Regional Job Fair offers opportunities for degree-holders […]

Learn the essential steps on how to create a web presence, develop a brand, source products, drive traffic and monetize a business online. A Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation event. Part of Small Business Week Waterville. Presented by Mike Duguay, executive director of the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation. Click to register.

Join us for a celebration of the arts at Colby College with presentations of creative scholarship. These will included musical performances, studio tours, poetry and fiction readings in the Art Museum, Given Auditorium, and elsewhere in the Bixler Art and Music Building. For a full schedule, click here. Refreshments will be available in the Museum lobby. […]

Our battle was planned for March but was snowed out! The new date is May 2, and we are counting on tulips, crocuses, and most of all, no snow! Join us Wednesday, May 2, at the Alfond Youth Center, when members of the Waterville Police and Fire Departments will compete in their annual fundraising basketball […]

  May 3 7:15 to 9:00 AM  Summit Room, Spann Commons, Thomas College, 180 West River Road, Waterville   Maine’s Workforce Challenge Department of Labor’s Commissioner John Butera will give insight on the challenges of finding trainable staff and retaining them. Cost per person: $18 members, $25 at the door & non-members. TO REGISTER: Call […]

Take any idea and learn how to validate the market quickly and affordably using the Lean Startup methodology. A Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation event. Part of Small Business Week Waterville. Presented by Mike Duguay, executive director of the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation. Click to register.

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 Ant Man (PG-13). This event is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

The Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers is hosting a beer and wine tasting to benefit their six programs on Thursday, May 3rd. Enjoy wine and craft beer from local Maine vendors, hors-d'oeuvres, and a silent and live auction emceed by Maine humorist, Gary Crocker. Tickets are $35 per person and are available online, at the […]

Learn new ways for your family to be positive, be active, make good choices, and stay safe! Free activities include: Bicycle Helmet Giveaway for first 200 children Interactive Outdoor Activities: Maine's Ready Freddy Trailer, Oakland Ladder Truck, Delta Ambulance, Adventure Climbing Large Obstacle Course, Blue Wave Studio Movement program, Kiwanis Book Giveaway, Inland's Let's Go! […]

Free Comic Book Day is a single day when participating comic book specialty shops and libraries across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely free to anyone who comes in. We will hand out comics from 10 AM until noon or until we run out. Costumes are encouraged, but not required! […]

Everyone, especially curious children, has burning questions about our universe. How hot is the sun? How do we know what conditions are like on distant planets? Some answers are known by scientists; some are hypotheses backed by solid evidence and observations; some remain complete mysteries. With activities generously provided by the National Informal STEM Education […]

Mixed media and fiber artist Susan Mills, will guide you through the process of wet felting using merino wool, soapy water, and a palm sander. The possibilities are endless for the creation of your own magically unique handbag, vessel, or wall hanging. Participants will create one large or two smaller items. Students are encouraged to […]

Join us for a singing, dancing storytime with our friend Ms. Jenn for a great time for kids 3 and up with their grownups. This time, its Cinco de Mayo, so it'll be all about the number 5. Get ready to move! For more about Ms. Jenn, check out her Facebook page.

Preschoolers, toddlers, and their grown-ups are invited to a brief exploration of the Museum, after which we will read a children’s book related to the month’s theme, “A Day at the Beach.” Then head to the Mirken Education Center to have a snack and create your own works of art. Advance registration is not required, […]

Create with awesome artist and illustrator Russ Cox! He will be instructing visitors on how to make a monster or super hero selfie! Make yourself into a comic book character, or draw a friend as one. All ages are encouraged to try their hand at making themselves into a dynamic and fun comic book character! […]

Have you ever wanted to try throwing on a wheel without the commitment of a six week class? This introductory afternoon class will involve the basics: centering clay on a wheel, throwing clay, and making a simple object. Beginners are encouraged to try this class to discover the magic of pottery! Ages 15 and up. […]