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. […]

Kristalina Georgieva, the first CEO of the World Bank, will deliver the 2018 George J. Mitchell Distinguished International Lecture. Until 2017 she was European commissioner for budget and human resources. From 1993 to 2010, she served in a number of positions in the World Bank Group, eventually rising to become its vice president and corporate […]

Snow Pond Youth Symphony concludes its second successful year with a concert of music from long ago and today. Haydn was a very popular composer over 300 years ago, similar to John Williams, composer of music from the movies Star Wars , Harry Potter and many more! The students will play Symphony #44 , one […]

Don’t miss a special screening of Maine horror flick Island Zero followed by a Q&A with Writer Tess Gerritsen and Director Josh Gerritsen! The inhabitants of a fishing island off the coast of Maine find themselves mysteriously cut off from the outside world after the ferry suddenly stops coming. All the phones have gone dead […]

Jews have called Maine home for over 200 years — come discover some of their experiences. Colby students will share stories about Jewish-Franco relations in the early 20th century, Jewish back-to-the-landers, and local Jewish artists.   Presenters: Ling Ding, Colby ’18 Sam Sessions, Colby ’21 Sarah Shoer, Colby ’18 Amy Waterman, Maine State Museum   […]

Enjoy savory and sweet refreshments and meet great people! Bring family and friends to hear about the growing vision of REM. Check out our new rental spaces open for your family and business celebrations.

We will be holding our May Texas Hold’em tournaments for the benefit of Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area on the 8th at the Best Western Plus, 375 Main Street Waterville, ME 04901.  The tournament starts at 6:20pm and the buy-in is $75.  Please come join us for some fun and bring a friend! If you […]

Waterville schoolchildren taught by Colby students enrolled in Lunder Institute artist in residence Richard Blanco’s course Teach this Poem™ will read their poetry in the Museum’s galleries.

This interactive workshop touches on the four steps in the college process: admissions, financial aid, career and study skills. Registration required. Register by visiting http://meoc.maine.edu/workshops/workshop-schedule/ or by calling 1.800.281.3703.

Thomas College professor Dr. Frank Appunn will be providing a remote keynote address about project management to more than 500 project managers nationally and internationally at the world’s largest telecommunications company, AT&T. Community members are invited to sit in the audience during the keynote at Thomas College. The talk, “Improving Project Benefits and Organizational Success: […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens at 4:00 p.m. every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! This week, we'll be showing Paddington 2 (PG). This event is free and open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information

This annual senior exhibition brings together art created by Colby seniors who have completed extensive work in their chosen media. The exhibit runs through May 27. Location: William D. Adams Gallery, Museum of Art.

Will you be attending May's Central Maine Tech Night? We hope so! Join us for drinks, pizza, and the hottest issues in technology! Central Maine's technology community comes together on the second Thursday of each month for a fun night of collaboration, drinks, food, and networking. At Tech Night you will be connected with technologists […]

Join us as Captain Jonathan Bratten talks to us about Waterville’s National Guard and their contribution in WWI. Captain Jonathan Bratten is the Command Historian for the Maine National Guard. In this capacity, he has produced multiple articles on the history of Maine’s soldiers, appearing in such publications as The Washington Post, On Point: the […]

Students from the Advanced Documentary Production class at Colby College will be screening their semester-long documentary projects. Each film is a unique glimpse into a small part of our world, from behind the scenes at the Colby Art Museum, to an exploration of the few remaining ski areas of Maine, these films will make you […]

Come and join us for the L.C. Bates Museum's annual summer art exhibition—this year’s theme is “On and Off the Wire: Birds in Urban and Natural Landscapes.” The exhibition features more than 20 artists who have found inspiration in birds and showcases works in a variety of artistic styles and mediums, from oil or watercolor […]

Decorate your own picture frame for your favorite 5″ x 7″ photo, and come with your cheesiest smile for the on-site Polaroid photo booth. Open to all ages — children must be accompanied by an adult. Location: Mirken Education Center, Colby Museum of Art.

On May 13, 1985, the Philadelphia police and the FBI dropped a bomb on a home of MOVE, a radical, back-to-Nature group. Six adults and five children were killed. Not one government official, police officer, or firefighter saw any repercussions. This is the story of MOVE, a group still fighting for life today. Narrated by […]

Join G.E.A.R. Parent Network for an afternoon of family fun in celebration of Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week. Families will have the use of two gymnasiums, the Adventure Playland, and the climbing wall. The pool will be available for family swim. Wear comfortable clothing and don’t forget to bring swimwear! A lifeguard will be on […]

In honor of our summer exhibition, we invite you to explore the artists’ work and our own Audubon Gallery and interpret a bird of your choice in watercolor. A great chance to hone those art skills, and reflect on the magnificent biodiversity of the world of birds! Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for children (age […]

The Waterville Area Humane Society will have kittens and cats available for adoption and doubling as models for drawing sessions in the gallery. Participants are welcome to keep the drawings or donate them to the Humane Society for display in their lobby space. People with interest in adopting a cat or kitten are also welcome […]

The Union Coffeehouse is set to start its 2018 summer season with a terrific “Welcome To Summer Concert” by the Gawler Family! How’s that for a fun way to kick the winter doldrums goodbye and welcome the warm weather back into our lives? If you’re not familiar with their music, the Gawlers accompany interweaving family […]

Big E Entertainment Live Presents: Big E & The Hopefuls Unplugged for a benefit concert in Winkin Auditorium located on the Maine Children's Home campus. All proceeds to benefit the Sharon Abrams Teen Parent School Program at the Maine Children's Home! Tickets are $10 and you can call 872-0261 to reserve your tickets! Winkin Auditorium […]

Join us in the Teen Room at the Waterville Public Library and make something amazing! Every Monday afternoon at 3:00, we'll be creating something new. We provide the supplies, you bring the creativity! On Monday, May 14, come create miniature versions of your favorite superheroes! This event is free, and open to attendees ages 11-18. […]

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 any Tuesday to participate in a fun craft. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week: Caterpillar Bookmarks!

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 […]

Join us for celebrity life drawing series capturing the poses of local “celebrities” at CSA. This month’s special guest model is Peter Garrett. Peter Garrett has lived in Winslow half his life, though he doesn’t sound like it (he’s British). He met his wife in Bermuda and, after adventures here and there, insisted she take […]

Please join us for the MMTC Mass Media Communications Program's Night at the Movies at Railroad Square Cinema. We’ll be screening the best work produced in the program – everything from award-winning journalism to short experimental pieces. Show starts at 7:15, followed by a Q&A from our student filmmakers and journalists. FMI: http://www.railroadsquarecinema.com/mid-maine-technical-center-night-at-the-movies/

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 […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens at 4:00 every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! This week, we'll be showing Jurassic Park (PG-13). This screening is free and is open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

An emeritus professor and dean from Colby College, Earl Smith has written three novels -- The Dam Committee and More Dam Trouble, both of which are set in present-day Belgrade, and his latest, Head of Falls, set in the 1950s in the now vanished neighborhood at the base of Temple Street in Waterville. Smith will speak about his […]

The Beautiful Ones are New England's premier PRINCE tribute band. Dressed 2 the 9's, Dean Ford embodies PRINCE with every fiber of his being, giving you a show as close as you will ever get to the real thing. Ford and company perform all the hits you know and love, including the "Purple Rain" album […]

Microcosmos is "a documentary of insect life in meadows and ponds, using incredible close-ups, slow motion, and time-lapse photography. It includes bees collecting nectar, ladybugs eating mites, snails mating, spiders wrapping their catch, a scarab beetle relentlessly pushing its ball of dung uphill, endless lines of caterpillars, an underwater spider creating an air bubble to live […]

This spring extravaganza in association with the art and cultural partners throughout Waterville, invites families to explore creativity and celebrate the spring season with these free programs scheduled throughout the day! Participants can pick up an Arts in Bloom Passport from participating organizations on May 19th and go to each event listed - collecting awesome […]

Come to the Waterville Public Library for a very special story time with Cat in the Hat from the Waterville Opera House's upcoming Seussical: The Musical, played by Rebecca Singer! This program is free, and open to the public. For more information, please call 872-5433 or email librarian@watervillelibrary.org. Part of Arts in Bloom! For more […]

The Fun Park Neck Road, Benton Festival begins at 11 AM FREE Face Painting, Popcorn, Balloons Bounce House & Smoked Alewife Samples Appearances from Pan Fried Steel Band Delta Ambulance Kennebec County Sheriff Department Guest Appearance: Larry The Bulldog, from Lawrence High School Please note: Saturday's events at the Fun Park will be cancelled in […]

Be sure to check out Jean Ann Pollard and Laurie Sproul’s “Fish in Bloom” exhibition at the Waterville Public Library! Then meet the artists who made it possible and learn about what inspired the exhibit. EXHIBIT DATES MAY 19, 2018 – JUNE 21, 2018 RECEPTION WITH THE ARTISTS SATURDAY, MAY 19, 2018, 12:30P-2:30P Light refreshments […]

Join Cathy Bevier (Colby College) and Serena Sanborn (Waterville Creates!) to meet and learn about frogs and salamanders that you might encounter in local streams, ponds, gardens, and backyards. We will have a short presentation on the eighteen different amphibian species found in Maine, and activities to learn how to identify these. Catherine Bevier is […]

Explore the flower life cycle from seed to blossom. By examining models, pressed flowers, and hopefully the real living wildflowers around the museum grounds, we will learn how flowers attract pollinators, create habitat, help conserve water and reduce erosion, as well as providing a welcome change in the spring landscape! Admission: $3 for adults, $1 […]

We are happy to welcome Libby Roderick for our next UU Coffeehouse The concert will take place in our beautiful, historic church sanctuary. Refreshments and Libby's CDs will be available for purchase. We look forward to loving Libby's music in your good company. A lifelong Alaskan, Libby Roderick has toured North America for over 25 […]

The Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter will be conducting a new volunteer orientation on May 20, 2018 The orientation will be held at the shelter located at 19 Colby Street in Waterville from 2-4. There are several volunteer opportunities, in particular, there is an urgent need for childcare on Friday mornings from 8-10.   Any questions please […]

Children's Discovery Museum invites you to join them for a Play Date - an afternoon of FREE hands-on fun and exploration at Selah Tea Cafe in downtown Waterville!  Mini science and engineering exhibits and activities will be set up throughout the cafe for kids (and adults) to enjoy and explore.  Adults are welcomed to relax […]

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, May 21, we'll be sewing adorable plush versions of different types of sushi! This event is free, and open to attendees […]

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

Poet, teacher and past Hospice volunteer, Sarah Carlson, will present at the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area on Monday, May 21 at 7:00 PM. Sarah will discuss how writing poetry and taking photographs has become an integral part of her healing after the sudden death of her husband, Barry, in 2002. She uses metaphorical connections […]

Looking for a way to brighten up your child's day? Bring him or her to the Library for Crafternoons! Drop in anytime between 2:30 and 4:00 any Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week: Hatching Clothespin Bird Eggs!

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 […]

Central Maine filmmaker Luke T. Harwath will present the premiere of his new film at Railroad Square! Having been the frequent battleground for political and cultural unrest, Kosovo has emerged from war to become Europe’s newest country. In a fight for the future, Kosovo must bolster its war-torn image and forge meaningful relationships across the […]

Discover a different anime every month and practice your drawing skills with friends in the Teen Room at the Waterville Public Library! This month's anime is RWBY! Cos-play is welcome, but not required. These events are free, and open to attendees ages 11-18. RWBY: "RWBY is an animated series from Rooster Teeth, directed by Monty […]

Rise, Decline and Renewal tells the remarkable story of the Maine Democratic Party – how it suddenly rose from irrelevance in 1954 with the election of Governor Ed Muskie, successfully challenged the ruling Republican Party over the next two decades, and initiated a creative period of wide-ranging reforms that produced a model government for a […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens at 4:00 every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! The movie changes every week. This week, we'll be showing Black Panther (PG-13). This event is free and open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

Relax after work and do something creative and fun! Paint your own pottery and create mandalas with Common Street Arts. Participants will create one painted mug or bowl while learning to make mandalas–a meditative and creative activity to explore and unwind. Delicious snacks and beverages included. For ages 21+. Cost: $35. Click to register.

Melvin Seals has been a powerful presence in the music industry for over 30 years with a long-established reputation as a performer, recording artist and producer. Melvin is most revered for his powerful, high-spirited, Hammond B-3 organ, and keyboards in the Jerry Garcia Band. Melvin spun his B-3 magic with the Jerry Garcia Band for […]

Let your imagination run wild as we invent fantastic new creatures by combining parts of existing animals in the museum — using colored pencils, of course! This fun activity helps kids think about adaptations and the “creativity” we observe in some animals’ naturally selected traits. Can you invent a chimera stranger than the duck-billed platypus? […]

As Colby College celebrates the accomplishments of its 2018 graduating class, it will honor four accomplished individuals for their important contributions to society and culture. U.S. Senator Susan Collins, LL.D.’14 (R-ME) will deliver the commencement address May 27, and renowned artist Theaster Gates will deliver the baccalaureate address May 26 and receive an honorary degree. […]

Looking for a way to brighten up your child's day? Bring him or her to the Library for Crafternoons! Drop in anytime between 2:30 and 4:00 any Tuesday to participate in a fun craft! Children under 7 must be accompanied by a grown-up helper. This week, we'll be making First Wind Socks.

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! Participants can build their character in advance, or choose an available pre-made character. You can […]

Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area is offering a 9-hour Adult Bereavement Facilitator Training.  This training will prepare individuals for facilitating adult grief support groups such as widow/widowers, grieving parents, infant loss, adults grieving parents, survivors of suicide, 6-week general loss, women’s and men’s groups. There is a $30 fee for materials and background check (scholarships […]

  GRAND OPENING   Mary Nash Beaupre Growing Dome   May 30th, 2018 from 3:30 - 5:00pm Alfond Youth Center 126 North Street Waterville, Maine 04917 RSVP   IT'S DONE! And we can't wait to show it off to you!     Our Sustainable Garden to Table Program started in 2011 with 4 raised beds, […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room for Teens at 4:00 p.m. every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! This week, we’ll be showing Hotel Transylvania (PG). This event is free and open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. More Information »

Common Street Arts is pleased to present Prints at the Scale of People—an exhibition of experimental printmaking that explores oversized examples of the medium. Composed on a single sheet of paper, or through an additive approach of many small-scale prints joined together, works in the exhibition are as large or larger than the human form and […]

The community is invited to Inland Hospital’s Let’s Go! National Trails Day on Saturday, June 2, 10am-Noon, at Quarry Road Trails located at 300 Quarry Road, Waterville. Explore the many trails located on 200 acres, bring your own bike to ride, go on a Let’s Go! StoryWalk, play Let’s Go! Corn Hole, and eat a […]

Join us for a singing, dancing story time with our friend, Ms. Jenn! This time, we're going into the garden! A great time for kids 3 and up with their grownups! Get ready to move! For more about Ms. Jenn, check out her Facebook page.

Join visiting artist Lisa Link on an interactive art and science walk to explore her public art installation of WordWrap2018: Swimming Upstream. Together with nature enthusiast Serena Sanborn, the walk will simultaneously investigate the natural world encountered on the Quarry Road Trails. Participants will create interactive photos along the trial. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Make Dr. Seuss art for Seussical the Musical! The Waterville Opera House and Common Street Arts are teaming up to decorate Castonguay Square with Dr. Seuss objects, which you can help create. There will be Dr. Seuss "shrinky dinks" to color and bring home with you.