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SUMMARY:Zach Peckham & Guests: A Panel Discussion on Literary Editing & Publishing
DESCRIPTION:Zach Peckham is a writer\, editor\, and teacher. He is the author of the chapbook cycle hum (Sistrum Books\, 2025) and the poetry collection As If And (New Mundo\, 2026). His work has appeared in APARTMENT\, Annulet\, Oversound\, mercury firs\, Poetry Northwest\, American Book Review\, and elsewhere. He has held editorial positions with the Cleveland State University Poetry Center and the Cleveland Review of Books\, and he runs the small press Community Mausoleum and the journal Coma. He is the 2025‑2026 Jennifer Jahrling Forese Writer-in-Residence at Colby College. \nAdmission is free\, but reservations are appreciated.\nRESERVE TICKETS
URL:http://rem1.org/event/zach-peckham-guests-a-panel-discussion-on-literary-editing-publishing/
LOCATION:Greene Block + Studios\, 18 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME
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SUMMARY:First Friday
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 7\, 2025 \nTime: 5–7pm \nLocation: Multiple Locations\, Downtown Waterville \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt the Paul J. Schupf Art Center\, 93 Main Street: \n5-7pm White Christmas Celebrations! \nCome get a sneak peak of the talented folks in the cast of White Christmas. Costumed cast members will sing in the lobby. All are welcome. \n5-7pm Giant Snowflake Creations \nLearn how to create giant snowflakes to decorate your home and help contribute to the decorations for White Christmas on stage at the Waterville Opera House.\n5-7pm Down East magazine photo pop-up exhibit \nDowneast magazine will be on hand to celebrate the culmination of our 11th Annual Down East Photo Contest. This free event\, part of the final First Friday Art Walk of the season\, will showcase the winning images and runners-up on display. Celebrate the photographers who captured the spirit of Maine and see the state through a whole new lens.\nLaunch of Good Maps! Stay tuned for more details on a new accessibility app for Waterville Creates. \nAll Day: Half off all concessions (except alcohol) at the Maine Film Center. \nAt Greene Block + Studios\, 18 Main Street:  \n6pm Colby Jazz Concert Series: Brandi Disterheft\nBassist Brandi Disterheft has captivated international audiences at jazz festivals in Japan\, Europe\, and the U.S. and at prestigious venues\, including Carnegie Hall and the Vienna Opera House. For more info and to reserve a free ticket\, click here. \nWhat are First Fridays? \nFirst Fridays celebrate the vibrant creativity in Waterville through a wide array of arts experiences. On the first Friday of every month\, visit downtown Waterville to meet artists\, see performances\, listen to live music\, eat delicious food\, shop at local businesses\, enjoy the arts\, and come together as a community. \nLEARN MORE
URL:http://rem1.org/event/first-friday-6/
LOCATION:Schupf Art Center\, 93 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:Better Maine Conference: Workforce Attraction\, Retention\, and Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Waterville\, ME – September 30\, 2025 – Dirigo Labs and the Central Maine Growth Council announced today that the fourth Annual Better Maine Conference will be held on Thursday afternoon\, November 6\, 2025\, in downtown Waterville. This year’s half-day event\, hosted in partnership with Live + Work in Maine and Main Street Skowhegan\, will focus on workforce attraction\, retention\, and innovation\, bringing together employers\, educators\, and community leaders to share practical solutions for strengthening Maine’s talent pipeline. \nThe Better Maine Conference has become a signature event for business and community leaders seeking to build workplaces that are both competitive and sustainable. This year’s program will include a mix of dynamic speakers\, interactive panels\, and breakout sessions exploring key topics such as: \n\nHiring for Potential - Rethinking traditional qualifications to expand talent pools\nUpskilling from Within – Leveraging community colleges and training partnerships to grow talent\nWorkforce Incentives & Practitioner Tools – Practical insights on programs that promote\, facilitate\, and fund internships and apprenticeships\nWorkplace Innovation: Tools\, Tech & Talent –Exploring flexible models\, benefits\, and technology that support recruitment and retention\nMaine Talent Attraction Network Panel –Moderated by Live + Work in Maine\, highlighting strategies to attract new and returning Mainers\n\nThe conference will close with a networking reception at the Lockwood Hotel\, offering attendees a chance to connect with peers\, speakers\, and sponsors in an informal setting. \nmore info + registration \nSponsorship Opportunities\
URL:http://rem1.org/event/better-maine-conference-workforce-attraction-retention-and-innovation/
LOCATION:Greene Block + Studios\, 18 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME
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SUMMARY:Two Cent Talks: Franco American Reading and Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Greene Block + Studios to celebrate Franco-American heritage with readings by award-winning writers\, Denis Ledoux\, Steven Riel\, Rhea Côté Robbins\, and Jeri Thériault\, plus music by Robert Sylvain and our very special guest\, Alayna Blier '26. \nAdmission is free\, but reservations are encouraged.\nRESERVE TICKETS
URL:http://rem1.org/event/two-cent-talks-franco-american-reading-and-music/
LOCATION:Greene Block + Studios\, 18 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME
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SUMMARY:Meet Up with Central Maine Pride!
DESCRIPTION:Meet up with Central Maine Pride to learn more about the organization\, build LGBTQIA+ community\, and see how you can get involved. \nThis is an open meeting facilitated by Central Maine Pride steering committee members to share about our work\, hear from you how we can continue to support and celebrate LGBTQIA+ people in Central Maine\, and invite more members to join the steering committee. If you are interested in getting more involved to help plan events (like the Pride Festival earlier this summer)\, engage local organizations and businesses\, and build stronger community\, we hope to see you there! \nThis event is free and open to all. There will be snacks! \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1988104212003895
URL:http://rem1.org/event/meet-up-with-central-maine-pride/
LOCATION:Greene Block + Studios\, 18 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME
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