This spring, we’ll gather for a virtual evening and hear from Anosacha Peete-Meyers, Colby Class of ’23; Rabbi David Freidenreich, Director of Jewish Studies at Colby; and Pastor Jamie Dickson of Kingdom Life Church in Oakland, Maine. They will explore the question: Is discrimination on the basis of educational status dividing our country? After hearing […]

The Goldfarb Center is hosting a virtual panel of experts to discuss how the Covid-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected marginalized communities, particularly communities of color in the United States. From misinformation to vaccine access, our guest speakers will discuss the disparities that became clearer and wider by the pandemic and solutions to address the divide. […]

Join us when we sit down with Michael D. Wisecup, Vice President and Harold Alfond Director of Athletics at Colby College. Wisecup will be interviewed by Morning Sentinel sports reporter Travis Lazarczyk. Maine Voices Live Waterville features conversations between Morning Sentinel and Kennebec Journal writers and notable Mainers. Audience members can experience a memorable night […]

7:00 PM Thursday, May 6, 2021 Sneak a Peek at Colby's NEW Harold Alfond Athletic and Recreation Center (HAARC) There will be a video tour of the new facility and a discussion of how the members of our community can still enjoy Colby Athletics (even if it is not in-person) and show how to access […]

The L.C. Bates Museum’s summer 2021 exhibition, Marks and Tracks will host a virtual opening May 8, 2021 at 4 PM. The Marks and Tracks exhibit will showcase the work of 25 contemporary artists from Maine or with close ties to Maine that explore, in a variety of mediums, the myriad marks and tracks that […]

COLBY COLLEGE ENSEMBLES – VIRTUAL SPRING CONCERT This semester we are proud to present a virtual showcase of performances from our ensembles, including Collegium, Colby Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. Please use these links to view the event: https://fb.me/e/AG9s55JP https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7VpDS5HtZS-D-xpDUESiPQ This semester we are proud to present a virtual showcase of performances from […]

Don’t miss your shot to get a COVID-19 vaccine! COVID-19 vaccination appointments are available in Waterville at our Mobile Vaccination Unit clinic. Times: Sunday, May 9 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 10 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 11 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 12 from 8:30 […]

Experience greater mind-body connection though our Artful Meditation program. During this session, Jing Ye, a meditation teacher and a counselor at Colby College, will guide participants through a meditation inspired by Large Plate with Chrysanthemum Pattern from Yuan dynasty China. Artful Meditation is part of the Museum’s wellness initiative, Let Art Inspire, all of which are […]

Want to be "in the know"? Take this opportunity to ask questions of your state and local officials. It will be time well-spent! Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce and KV Connect will co-host “Meet the Reps,” a virtual event that brings members of the business community and public together with elected officials at all levels of […]

Local business leaders Susan Meehan (Maine Cannabis Coalition), Erik Gundersen (State Office of Marijuana Policy), Bill Rafuse (GHM Agency),Charles Tetelman (KVCOG), and Ryan Poulin (New Dimensions FCU) will address changes and updates in the cannabis market with regard to retail/growing, insurance, finance, and regulations. (This breakfast will be extended to 9:30 a.m., based on panel size). […]

Listen in to hear how Nugget is enhancing your remote meetings by bookmarking what’s most important and eliminating the distraction of note-taking, allowing for more efficient and engaging conversations. Noon, Thursday, May 13  Click here for Zoom link About Nugget: Nugget is a recently developed web application that assists individuals with transcribing meeting notes to capture […]

Waterville Seed Library presents a three-part live virtual lecture series with Will Bonsall, director of the Scatterseed Project. Join us in Waterville Public Library’s Zoom via the links below! In Part II, we learn how to deal with the special challenges raised by biennials ike carrots, kale, onions, chard, etc. Includes strategies for overwintering and […]

          You won't need to leave your car at all.  Drive up to the door where volunteers will be standing . Tell the volunteer who’ll come to the car to ask you, how many meal (s) and which dessert(s) you want.  Select from the large poster of desserts which can be viewed at the pay/pick […]

Practice a series of hands-on activities inspired by artworks in the galleries. In our Artful Healing sessions, Bodhi Simpson, LCPC, ATR, an art therapist with a private practice in Waterville, Maine, called Conscious Art Therapy will gently guide participants through a creative healing exercise inspired by a work of art in the Museum’s collection. This […]

Crafternoons are fun weekly crafts for young children and their families! Join Mrs. Liz at 3PM on the Waterville Public Library’s Facebook page for instructions and a video demonstration. The kits for each craft will be available through Library-To-Go the Monday before the event.

This live, virtual event will feature a conversation between United States Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas and Associate Professor of Sociology Christel Kesler. The dialogue will be hosted and moderated by Goldfarb's Executive Director Kimberly Flowers. Mayorkas will share the opportunities and challenges of his new role as part of President Joe Biden’s cabinet, […]

Business After Hours is back meeting in person! 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 our chamber members. Hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and other beverages are available, a 50/50 raffle, and fabulous door […]

Waterville Historical Society and Redington Museum Invite you to an online event: A Tale of Two Campuses, The Architecture of Colby College Join us as Earle Shettleworth talks about the Architecture of Colby College! Click to view online event 5:00 PM Thursday, May 20, 2021 on vimeo.com

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Commencement will take place on Miller Lawn. Each student has been allowed to invite two guests to attend the ceremony on the lawn in front of the College’s iconic Miller Library, where guests can be spaced safely apart. The event will be live-streamed for friends and family who cannot be in attendance. In the event […]

The MidMaine Global Forum presents Tarlan Ahmadov, State Refugee Coordinator for the Office of Maine Refugee Services at Catholic Charities Maine. Mr. Ahmadov will present a program entitled: “Global Migration, US Refugee Resettlement, and Maine’s Unique Challenges and Opportunities” A free virtual presentation on Monday, May 24th from 12 – 1 p.m. This talk will […]