At a moment when musical streams are crossing with unprecedented frequency, it’s crucial to remember that throughout its history, New Orleans has been the point at which sounds and cultures from around the world converge, mingle, and resurface, transformed by the Crescent City’s inimitable spirit and joie de vivre. Nowhere is that idea more vividly […]

On July 4 only, the Farmers’ Market will run from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Enjoy the fresh air - and fresh food - your area farmers are happy to welcome you back outside. Visit the Downtown Waterville Farmers' Market Every Thursday, 2-6 p.m., From the First Thursday in May Until Thursday before Thanksgiving at Head […]

First Fridays celebrate the vibrant creativity in Waterville through a wide array of arts experiences. On the first Friday of every month, visit downtown Waterville to meet artists, see performances, listen to live music, eat delicious food, shop at local businesses, enjoy the arts, and come together as a community. Join artist Tom Jessen for […]

Wednesday, July 10 - 3 p.m. with The Robin's Nest - (New Added Location) to be held at                                                                           […]

Leadership Luncheon Thursday, July 11 - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Amici's Cucina, 137 Main St., Waterville Theresa Thompson - Owner & President Standard Waterproofing Join us for a delicious lunch and presentation with Theresa Thompson, Owner and President of Standard Waterproofing Inc., a women-owned commercial waterproofing company located in WInslow. It has a broad […]

Leadership Luncheon Thursday, July 11 - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Amici's Cucina, 137 Main St., Waterville Theresa Thompson - Owner & President Standard Waterproofing Join us for a delicious lunch and presentation with Theresa Thompson, Owner and President of Standard Waterproofing Inc., a women-owned commercial waterproofing company located in WInslow. It has a broad […]

Join the Colby College Museum of Art for an afternoon of art-making in Castonguay Square. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of artist Thomas Lanigan-Schmidt in the Alive and Kicking exhibition, on view at the Joan Dignam Schmaltz Gallery of Art. Tell your story using the same materials beloved by the artist: shimmering mylar, translucent […]

Montmartre Cemetery, Paris (photo: Véronique Plesch) Please join us for this month's history talk on Thursday, July 11th: Motivated by the current project of a trail through Waterville’s Pine Grove Cemetery, Véronique Plesch’s illustrated talk aims at providing historical context. Surveying millennia of funerary practices, from the ancient Egyptians through today, the lecture will stop […]

Hope’s Place for grieving children is offering its next activity session on Thursday, July 11th from 6:00-7:00pm, 304 Main Street, Waterville. Participants will create a calming jar.  This activity helps children and teens to calm and cope when they are feeling or experiencing difficult emotions related to their grief and loss.  Hope’s Place is a […]

MIFF returns July 12–21 for 10 exciting days showcasing more than 100 films — the best of American and international cinema with world premieres, classic revivals, inspiring performances, and exhibitions. We highlight some of Maine and New England’s most innovative filmmakers. Full and partial festival passes and individual tickets are now sale! All screenings take […]

After an initial delay, we are excited to announce Light Sentinels by Skunk Control will officially open in Castonguay Square in Waterville on Friday, July 12, in conjunction with the opening night of the Maine International Film Festival and Waterville Rocks. Light Sentinels, crafted by the Australian-based creative team Skunk Control, consists of 10 towering […]

Rustic Overtones with Muddy Ruckus Date: Friday, July 12, 2024 Time: Beer Garden opens at 6pm; Music at 7pm Place: Head of Falls, Waterville, ME Rain Venue: Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St, Waterville, ME Free Waterville Rocks is a FREE, family-friendly concert series that is held at beautiful Head of Falls in Downtown Waterville […]

Join us for the annual Museum Summer Luncheon, a cherished tradition since the museum’s inauguration in 1959. Each July artists, educators, curators, collectors, volunteers, and dedicated friends gather together in a day-long celebration of the museum’s commitment to transforming lives through art, the contribution of artists, and the unwavering support of friends like you. Colby […]

The Union Coffeehouse looks forward to Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards returning to headline our mid-summer concert.  Raianne and Mark are clearly inheritors of a timeless legacy, creating music that is both original and evocative of a rich tradition. Blending distinctive voices and a wide range of accompaniment (guitar, harmonica, ukulele, clarinet, penny whistle, electric […]

Join the Lost on a Mountain in Maine filmmakers for a panel and workshop to learn about the production of their film and best practices for your own project. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited to 70. Free, but RSVP requested. RSVP

Join collaborative dance makers and artists Matthew Cumbie and Jenny Ngidi-Brown to stretch and move as part of your day of movies. All ages and levels welcome. Parent + Child: 3:00 – 3:45 p.m. All Ages: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Free; registration not required.

On July 14, 4-6 p.m., Beth Israel Congregation will be celebrating the culmination of our "The Foundation and the Future" campaign to renovate our building and endow operations for future generations. We will also be giving tours of our new mikvah (ritual bath), and our future plans for our community. Catering will be offered by Nilda […]

The Shyft Group/Duramax 977 West River Road #3 Waterville, ME

For aspiring young filmmakers looking to get a jumpstart on their future productions! Learn the basics of cameras and other film gear, the different roles on a production team, how to effectively structure a story, and essential editing techniques on professional software. This class is a great first step in filmmaking and is intended both […]

Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 11am–1pm Venue: Hinge Collaborative, 5 Silver Street, Waterville Organization: Maine Film Center + Hinge Collaborative Make and create a memorable MIFF print at Hinge Collaborative, Waterville’s community-based printmaking studio and gallery. Located within walking distance at 5 Silver Street.   This is a FREE event, with no registration required. For […]