Head of Falls

Create a Stained Glass Tissue Paper Suncatcher, perfect for hanging in a window. Inspired by two beautiful stained glass lamps by Louis Comfort Tiffany that are in the Colby College Museum of Art’s collection, this kit contains an assortment of brightly-colored tissue paper and other materials needed to create this window decoration. Kits will be […]

Restrictions on sizes for large gatherings into the Fall have resulted in the cancellation of Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s 28th Annual Taste of Waterville scheduled to be held on Sunday, October 11 at the Head of Falls, downtown Waterville. This year’s event had been moved due to construction on Main Street and the anticipation of […]

What kind of art can you make out from materials meant for the landfill or recycling center? Find out with this week's kit! Based on the installation now on view at Common Street Arts, Unearth by artist Ian Trask, the kit will contain materials for a mobile and recycled materials to use. Makers are encouraged […]

Start your weekend off right by joining KV Connect for socially-distanced outdoor yoga at the Waterville Riverwalk! The class will be led by Tammy Ranger, an experienced yoga instructor who will guide the session at the Head of Falls. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat and a water bottle. Those who do […]

This week’s free art kit is inspired by the Hew Locke exhibition at the Colby College Museum of Art! It is a super fun Boat Mobile with scratch art paper! Kits will be distributed at the Waterville Farmers’ Market from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. while supplies last. Art Kits for All is an innovative, collaborative […]

The newest Art Kit is a Watercolor Art Kit you can use to make your imagination come to life! Art Kits for All are free to members of the community; generous support is provided by our Ambassador Sponsors: Colby Center for the Arts and Humanities, Kennebec Savings Bank, and MaineGeneral Health and Advocate Sponsor: Bangor […]

Find your favorite vendors at Head of Falls every Thursday from 2 - 6 p.m, starting Thursday, Apr 30, 2020. The Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market is deeply committed to community safety as it moves to the Summer market. Vendors will be following a comprehensive list of new COIVD-19 protocol. With public health as a top priority during the […]

In support of Mental Health Awareness week, join Waterville Creates! and the Yellow Tulip Project as we work together with FEDCO Bulbs and Johnny’s Selected Seeds to plant Hope Gardens at the RiverWalk at Head of Falls, Veterans Memorial Park, and the Bill + Joan Alfond Main Street Commons in downtown Waterville. Planting will begin […]

Come raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Tell your own stories or those from your favorite book, movie, or play — with a little help! Come create adorable finger puppets at the last Art in the Park of the season!

Create an air-dried clay tile using different textures and shapes from nature and employing 3D printed stamps. Each tile can be taken home and decorated with your favorite coloring device! This program will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Art in the Park, a program of Common Street Arts is designed to foster creativity […]

Discover the art of a spray bottle in the outdoors where you can get a wee bit messy! Spray bottle art encourages thinking about shape, form, and silhouette. Plus, it is fun for all ages. This program will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Art in the Park, a program of Common Street Arts […]

How do you make a paper airplane that really flies well? Come try out 5 different great airplane designs with our dedicated volunteers to show you how it is done! This program will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Art in the Park, a program of Common Street Arts is designed to foster creativity […]

Art in the Park: Watercolor Planets The summer theme at the library is a “Universe of Stories”, inspired by space and all things astronomy. Get creative with some space themed planet making! What would a planet look like that you designed? Come create a little planet of your very own. This program will be cancelled […]

Enjoy a Motorcycle Ride and Toy & Treat Drive to benefit the Humane Society Waterville Area. Registration opens at 9 a.m. at RiverWalk, with the ride beginning at 10 a.m. Lastly, enjoy a BBQ and concert at North Country Harley-Davidson at noon! Cost: $20 single, $30 double

We love the Waterville Public Library! The library is at the Farmers’ Market each week with a mobile book mobile. This week we will make little bookmarks called paper page pets to help you keep your place with your summer reading. This program will be cancelled if there is inclement weather.

In honor of the incredible Maine International Film Festival, join us as we make popcorn art! Popcorn is a terrific healthy snack but it can also be used as the basis to create flower blossoms, paintings and more! (Don’t worry, we will have some for snacking too.) This program will be cancelled if there is […]

Sun Prints Celebrate summer and the heat of our home star by making sun prints at art in the park. This unique project uses paper that undergoes a chemical change when exposed to sun light to creates beautiful prints. Each print uses natural objects including leaves, flowers and ferns! This program will be cancelled if […]

Design a little garden map and plant seeds to begin your own garden. Art in the Park is a free, weekly program that takes place each Thursday during the Farmers' Market. MORE

Join us each Thursday this summer from 3:30-5:30, weather permitting, at the Downtown Waterville Farmers Market! Someone from the Waterville Public Library will be there every week to read stories or sing songs with the kids! FMI: Call 872-5433 or email ldavis@watervillelibrary.org.

Did you know that there are hundreds of apple varieties from Maine? Create unique prints from apples and blossoms! Art in the Park is a free, weekly program that takes place each Thursday during the Farmers' Market. MORE

Pigs, sheep and goats, oh my! The exhibition, Lost + Found: Photographs by Susan Metzger on view at Common Street Arts gallery, celebrates the simple and humble landscapes of Maine. Create a cool wind sock for your house or yard that are inspired by the awesome domestic farm animals that can be found this exhibition. […]

Green Drinks Mission "To foster a community among young professionals" We encourage you to join June 11 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. At RiverWalk at Head of Falls Front St., Waterville, ME We suggest a $5.00 donation to support the RiverWalk maintenance Don't forget your Vessel! Waterville Green Drinks is presented by KV Connect and […]

Art in the Park is back! This week, discover what plants are found on old farms in Maine and create lilac paintings in a pointillism style. Art in the Park is a free, weekly program that takes place each Thursday during the Farmers' Market. MORE