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Today is when we mark the end of the holiday season and begin to prepare our homes for the  new year. Falling Needles Day celebrates this change by finding new ways to recycle our Christmas Trees! One way is to put it out for the birds to enjoy. So come on down and make some […]

Join us in the Bartlett Room 4:00 every Thursday for a screening of a popular movie! This week, we'll be showing: The Emoji Movie (PG) This event is free and open to attendees ages 11-18. Light refreshments will be provided. Location: Bartlett Room for Teens, Waterville Public Library, 73 Elm Street, Waterville. Click for more […]

Have you ever looked up and wondered why the sky can appear as a deep blue one day and pale blue the next? Why does our sky change, even when there are no clouds? Come find the answers to these questions and more! You even get to take home a new book at the end! […]

It’s that time of year again and as much as we might dislike the cold, some animals take this as an opportunity to move all around! It is a great time of year to see our furry friends tracks all through the snow. So come along with us and walk through the woods to help […]

We have some amazing creatures here in Maine. Come and learn about one of the “toothiest,” determined creatures out there! The beaver has quite the name for itself because this engineer can change its environment! Come learn how and why and go home with a do-it-yourself beaver puppet! Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for youth […]

Visit with the Kringles at their holiday home in Castonguay Square each weekend in December. They delight families at no charge. Photographs by Central Maine Photography are available for purchase. Each child who visits Santa Claus at Kringleville will receive one free storybook, courtesy of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Early childhood literacy is a […]

Visit with the Kringles at their holiday home in Castonguay Square each weekend in December. They delight families at no charge. Photographs by Central Maine Photography are available for purchase. Each child who visits Santa Claus at Kringleville will receive one free storybook, courtesy of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Early childhood literacy is a […]

The Boys & Girls Clubs & YMCA of Greater Waterville at The Alfond Youth Center Welcomes the Downtown Waterville Farmers’ Market First and Third Thursdays December 7, 2017 through April 19, 2018 3:00 – 6:00 PM 2nd Floor Library, Alfond Youth Center, 126 North Street, Waterville Click for more info

Job Corps is a FREE residential vocational training program for eligible youth ages 16-24. Training is available in the construction, medical, hospitality, and administrative fields. Job Corps also offers training in employability skills and life skills. Please join us at the Waterville Public Library to hear more about the program and to start the application […]

PK WTVL volume 26 will take place on Friday, January 19, 2018 at Thomas College! This event is free and open to the public. What's your story? We want to hear from you! Submit a PK WTVL proposal! The deadline for proposals for the January event is December 21. Proposals on the wide gamut of […]

Visit with the Kringles at their holiday home in Castonguay Square each weekend in December. They delight families at no charge. Photographs by Central Maine Photography are available for purchase. Each child who visits Santa Claus at Kringleville will receive one free storybook, courtesy of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Early childhood literacy is a […]

Discover a different anime and themed art project every month at the Waterville Public Library's Teen Anime & Art Club! Drawing supplies will also be available for those who are feeling especially creative! Cosplay is welcome, but not required. This month's anime is "My Hero Academia": Izuku has dreamt of being a hero all his […]

Are you a caregiver for a family member or friend? Does your loved one have dementia or another chronic illness? Come and talk with others who share a similar journey, to support one another and learn about resources and information that may help you. The Caregiver Support Group is here to listen, to care, and […]

You are invited to join us for a Christmas Cookie Swap. The rules are simple! If you would like to join in on the fun, bake one of your favorite homemade Christmas cookies, bring in one dozen of them plus a few extras for sampling, along with the recipe on the morning of the cookie […]

Last chance to shop unique holiday gifts all handmade by Maine artists and craftspeople! The final day of the holiday bazaar will be Saturday, December 23. Hours: December 19 - 22: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. December 23: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: Common Street Arts, 93 Main Street, Waterville. Click the link below […]

Visit with the Kringles at their holiday home in Castonguay Square each weekend in December. They delight families at no charge. Photographs by Central Maine Photography are available for purchase. Each child who visits Santa Claus at Kringleville will receive one free storybook, courtesy of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Early childhood literacy is a […]

Visit with the Kringles at their holiday home in Castonguay Square each weekend in December. They delight families at no charge. Photographs by Central Maine Photography are available for purchase. Each child who visits Santa Claus at Kringleville will receive one free storybook, courtesy of the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce. Early childhood literacy is a […]

Make fun drip color ornaments with artist and educator, Dianna Wendell. These lovely ornaments will take a little drying time, so we recommend beginning promptly at 1pm! Browse the 5th annual holiday bazaar while you wait. Fun for all ages; dress for mess! Click for more info.

In Maine we say goodbye to many of our bird species for winter, but not to our special birds of prey! Come learn about the importance of these birds and how they help our ecosystem stay alive! See some of the birds on display and learn how you can identify them in the wild. And […]

Once a year, cosplayers from around our fair state gather together in the Waterville Public Library to celebrate the holiday season. Regardless of if you celebrate Christmas or Yule or Hanukkah or another holiday in December, we want to all gather together in the fellowship that is cosplay. We will be having tea in the […]

The holidays would not be complete without a visit to the magical world of The Nutcracker. Each performance brings toy soldiers, dancing mice, and delicious sweets to life. Bring the entire family to enjoy this holiday tradition, presented by the Bossov Ballet Theatre! Performance Dates and Times: Friday, December 15, 7:00 p.m. Saturday, December 16, 2:00 […]

Join the United Way of Mid-Maine for an evening of dinner and fun, award presentations, silent and live auctions, and more! Dressing in theme is highly encouraged or at least a funky hat will do! View our Pinterest board-in-progress for costume ideas. Cash bar. $50 per person or $360 per table of 8 guests. Tickets […]

The Trails In Motion Mountain Bike Film Festival is a brand new community-driven film tour that brings a collection of the finest mountain biking films to audiences around the world each year. Tickets available at both Mathieu’s Cycle in Oakland as well as Railroad Square Cinema and on Bikereg. Tickets are $10 at Mathieu’s & […]