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 […]

A staged reading of a play by Kaylee Pomelow, Colby Class of '19, May 4 and 5 at 7:30. The coffee is on and the pressure is brewing. A culmination of a yearlong independent study in full-length playwriting, Shift 19 by Kaylee Pomelow ’19 explores family dynamics, youth, class, and independence through the lenses of […]

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. […]