What is a crankie? Join artist and illustrator Lucky Platt for a hands-on program on the crankie- a unique moving panorama storytelling tool! Originating in the early 1800’s, the crankie involves two handled spools that can be ‘cranked’ to bring movement to an illustrated scroll. Celebrate the moving image at the Maine International Film Festival […]

Omnic Data: Revolutionizing E-Sports Coaching to Improve Gameplay With Shaun Meredith, CEO & Co-Founder Join us to learn about Omnic Forge, an artificial intelligence platform that analyzes e-sports player performance to take gaming to a new and improved level. Location:10 Water St., Waterville Hathaway Creative Center Bricks Coworking & Innovation Space Refreshments: Food and hard and […]

Our mid-summer Union Coffeehouse will be held on Saturday, July 15, at 7 PM in Friendship Hall at the Union Church of Belgrade Lakes.  We are happy to welcome Ed DesJardins in what promises to be an enjoyable evening with one of central Maine's finest singer/songwriters.  For over thirty years Ed has been crafting his […]

Campers begin by discovering the basics of our solar system. Then they will use a sun scope, plan their own planet, train like an astronaut, study moonquakes, send up stump rockets, make craters, explore clouds, and make kites to fly! The Museum Space Camp is partnering with the NASA Camp program. For ages 7–12. Camp […]

Surette Real Estate, 113 Silver St. Waterville, ME A great place to network and market your business. After hours is hosted, or co -hosted by chamber members in our region and is one of many benefits we offer to Chamber members. Hors d'oeuvres, beer wine and other beverages are available, or you could win the […]

Opening Act: Tropidelic Since 2001, Dirty Heads have mixed hip-hop, reggae, and rock to create a unique sound that both fully embodies their Southern California roots and resonates with audiences around the globe. Dirty Heads are currently out streaming some of the biggest alternative acts in the U.S., with over 1.29 MILLION digital track sales […]

Back by popular demand! Free for MIFF Full and Partial Pass holders, as well as Comp "Admit One" ticket holders. Show your pass at the Box Office to exchange for a ticket. Additional tickets available for purchase. The role of Israel in American Jewish identity is challenged when Simone Zimmerman and Eitan join an awakening […]

  Date: July 20, 2023, 12-1:15pm Organizations: Sayon Camara Drumming + Waterville Creates Venue: Paul J Schupf Art Center This event is free but pre- registration is required. Journey to an African village with Sayon Camara of Guinea, celebrated drummer and steward of the ancient traditional music of his people. Learn the drumming, music, song, story and traditional […]

Date: July 20, 2023 Time: 3-5pm Organization: Waterville Creates, Colby College Museum of Art, and Waterville Public Library Venue: Castonguay Square, Corner of Front and Main Streets, Waterville This event is free and open for all ages. What do you love about your friends? Inspired by the story of friendship in the book I Am You, we will create friendship […]

Date July 22, 2023 Time 2pm Organization Children's Discovery Museum Location 7 Eustis Parkway, Waterville  Join us for a Festive Fundraiser to Support Kringleville!  The Children’s Discovery Museum is thrilled to invite you and your family to our special fundraising event in July to support the beloved Waterville holiday tradition, Kringleville, as it continues to grow. Together, let’s create […]

After 15 years at the top of their game, The High Kings are still selling out venues around the world to an ever-growing army of loyal fans. Having already surpassed a million listeners on Spotify as well as 2 platinum albums in their time, The High Kings are celebrating 15 years together by releasing 15 […]

Movies in the Park is back! Join the Augusta Downtown Alliance and the Children's Discovery Museum for a free movies series in the grass in front of Fort Western, right next to city hall! Movies are on WEDNESDAYS This year's lineup:July 12th HookJuly 26th Airbud The Last Fetch**August 9th Puss in BootsRain dates: July 19th […]

Date: July 27, 2023 Time: 3-5pm Organization: Waterville Creates, Colby College Museum of Art, and Waterville Public Library Venue: Castonguay Square, Corner of Front and Main Streets, Waterville This event is free and open for all ages. Who are the community helpers? We sometimes forget all the workers who keep the city clean, who mow the grasses, empty the […]

Comprehensive Plan Review Commission meeting This committee is meeting via ZOOM, please contact agbeverage@waterville-me.gov for the link to participate.

David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be live on stage for one night only, following the release of his newest book Happy Go Lucky. This is a unique opportunity to see the best-selling […]

  Theatre Camp Dates: July 24 - 29, 2023 Performance Date: Saturday, July 29 at 12pm Organizations: Waterville Opera House + Missoula Children's Theatre Venue: Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St, Waterville, ME These events are eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund. This performance follows a week-long session of theatre camp. CLICK HERE for more information. Conceived and written by […]

Join the Colby College Museum of Art for a day of family-friendly art, creative workshops, music, food, and interactive gallery experiences. Create your own works of art at the Art Tent with Lunder Institute resident fellow Genevieve Gaignard and Papay Solomon. Engage in looking activities in our galleries, and spend time in our exhibitions—Painted: Our […]

Rock ‘n’ roll is often hard to define, or even to find, in these fractured musical times. But to paraphrase an old saying, you know it when you hear it. And you always hear it with the Wallflowers. For the past 30 years, the Jakob Dylan-led act has stood as one of rock’s most dynamic […]

Organization: Waterville Creates Venue: Ticonic Gallery Dates: August 2 - October 2, 2023 (closed Tuesdays and Federal Holidays) Location: 93 Main Street, Waterville, Maine 04901 Ticonic Gallery is pleased to present Potluck, an exhibition centered on the work of Jenny Ibsen, a printmaker, ceramicist, storyteller, and restaurant worker based in Portland. Curated with Diana Tuite, this installation is centered on a […]

Save the date! Even more excitement is planned for 2023 event. Waterville – May 2023 - Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce’s 31st Annual Taste of Waterville is planned for Wednesday, August 2, from noon to 11 p.m. at the Head of Falls off Front Street in downtown Waterville. Taste of Waterville is an adult-focused, day-long event […]

Date: August 3, 2023 Time: 3-5pm Organization: Waterville Creates, Colby College Museum of Art, and Waterville Public Library Venue: Castonguay Square, Corner of Front and Main Streets, Waterville This event is free and open for all ages. Did you know you can make stamps out of vegetables? Inspired by the book Our Little Kitchen, we will use vegetables from the […]

    Date: Friday, August 4, 2023 Time: all day Location: Multiple Locations, Main St, Downtown Waterville Paul J Schupf Art Center: 5-7pm Opening Reception for “Potluck”- food, drinks, and celebration! Ticonic Gallery is pleased to present Potluck, an evolving exhibition centered on the work of Jenny Ibsen, a relief printmaker, ceramicist, storyteller, and restaurant worker based in Portland. The metaphor of the potluck touches […]

Date: Friday, August 4, 2023, 5-7pm Organization: Ticonic Gallery + Studios Venue: Ticonic Classroom, 93 Main St, Waterville, Maine This is a free event. Print a colorful tea towel using local fruits and vegetables. Offered as part of First Friday and in conjunction with the Potluck exhibition, on display in Ticonic Gallery from August 2-October 3, 2023. JOIN OUR LIST SIGN UP […]