4/11/2022 COVID Update: The State of Maine no longer requires masking or proof of vaccination to attend any public events, but individual venues are free to do so. For the latest information, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention or the State of Maine’s COVID site.

Indian Trade Goods in Colonial Maine, 1600-1775

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Historian Ken Hamilton will present an overview of the introduction and evolution of European products used in trade between Maine’s Native Americans and the French, English, and Dutch.  Such goods included guns, blankets, kettles, awls, knives, axes, beads, mirrors, red vermillion powder, fish hooks, shirts, wool garment cloth, alcohol, tobacco, small fancy gifts, and even […]

Free

Community Voices: Jenni Tilton-Flood

Chace Forum, Bill & Joan Alfond Main Street Commons 150 Main Street, Waterville, ME

A conversation about Maine agriculture, food, community and more led by Patrick Whittle. Jenni Tilton-Flood was one of the first generations in her family not born on a farm. But raised up as the daughter of the local John Deere man and alongside acres in ag production, she has always straddled the often referenced “urban/rural […]

Free

Art in the Park: Apple Tree Prints

Head of Falls Temple Street at Front Street, Waterville, ME, United States

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

Free

Summer Reading Kick-Off with Northern Stars Planetarium

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Join us at the Winslow Public Library to kick off the summer reading program with Northern Stars Planetarium. We will have two shows in the dome planetarium: one geared towards grades K-2 and one geared towards grades 3-7. These shows are exciting and interactive. Stay after for some milk and cookies. This is also a […]

Free

Maine Conference for Jewish Life

Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville

The Maine Conference for Jewish Life is a pluralistic opportunity for superior Jewish learning and joyous celebration in central Maine. Living far from America’s major urban centers (and from one another), Jews in northern New England rarely gain access to the Jewish world’s finest scholars and cultural innovators, or the experience of being surrounded by […]

Teen Kick-Off Movie

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Join us at the library for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse  to kick of our teen summer reading program and leap into the universe of Spider-Man stories. Movie snacks will be provided. Geared towards ages 11 to 18.

Free

Yard Sale

Pleasant Street United Methodist Church 61 Pleasant Street, Waterville, ME

Yard Sale in the Pleasant Street United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall (Rain or Shine) 61 Pleasant St., Waterville Rent a table or come shop for great bargains!!! Table rentals - $25 To rent a table, please contact Grenda at 873-5358.

Story Time and Signing with Chris Van Dusen

Children's Book Cellar 52 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Love Mercy Watson? Come hear the story of how A Piglet Named Mercy become Mercy Watson. Cris Van Dusen, who brought Kate DiCamillo's porcine wonder to life, will be here to read and to sign A Piglet Named Mercy. Please join us for the fun.

Free

Jazz Brunch

Alumni Hall, Snow Pond Center for the Arts Goldenrod Lane (off Route 23), Sidney, ME

Snow Pond welcomes the world renowned 21st Century Band for our 2nd Annual Jazz Brunch. GRAMMY® Award-winning drummer and composer Dion Parson leads a powerhouse ensemble comprised of some of the world’s finest musicians. Together with saxophonist Ron Blake (of the legendary Saturday Night Live Band), Parson formed 21st Century Band in 1998 to showcase […]

$15 – $25

The Met: Dialogues of the Carmelites

Waterville Opera House 1 Common Street, Waterville, ME, United States

Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads the classic John Dexter production of Francis Poulenc’s devastating story of faith and martyrdom. Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard sings the touching role of Blanche and soprano Karita Mattila, a legend in her own time, returns to the Met as the Prioress. This performance is an encore high-definition broadcast performance from the Metropolitan Opera […]

$17 – $23

Owl Things Considered

L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, ME

We think the owl family (technically two families) are so intriguing and extraordinary, we’re giving them a day of their own!  Come learn about the amazing adaptations owls use to rule the night, and how to identify common Maine owls by sight and sound!

$1 – $3

Cat’s Meow: Adoption Event with Live Music by JanaeSound

Humane Society Waterville Area 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME

It's Kitty Season and our furry friends are looking for forever homes! Join us for 'Cat's Meow!' - An adoption event featuring live music from JanaeSound! Come meet a potential new family member, enjoy music, snacks and sip on our official event beverage "Quantum Cuddle Kitten" from our friends at Lone Pine Brewery! MORE INFORMATION

Free

Snow Pond Summer Arts Camp

Snow Pond Center for the Arts 8 Goldenrod Lane, Sidney, ME

Snow Pond Center for the Arts is holding a summer arts camp for grades 1-8 at our Snow Pond campus in Sidney, ME. Children will have voice, dance, and art lessons from experienced and professional educators including Kents Hill music educator Christian Giddings. There will be swimming, recreation, with snacks provided. Cost of the program […]

$275

Naturalist as Artist Camp

L.C. Bates Museum, Good Will-Hinckley 14 Easler Road, Hinckley, ME

Let ‘s learn about Maine wildlife as we create art inspired by the natural world and the museum collections. Did you know a frog makes a wonderful model? Lets catch and draw one. They love to pose for us here at the museum. For ages 6-12. Camp runs 9 AM – 2 PM, June 24 […]

$110

Terrier Tee-Off Classic

Waterville Country Club 39 Country Club Road, Oakland, ME

The 6th annual Terrier Tee-Off Classic will be held on Monday, June 24, at Waterville Country Club. Scratch players and hackers, alumni, and friends come together for a day filled with fun, friends, and some great prizes. All proceeds support student-athletes and teams of the Thomas College Athletic Program. For more information, contact Kerry Smart, […]

Tide Pools

Center for All Seasons 1 Center Drive (off Route 27), Belgrade Lakes, ME

The tide pool is home to a variety of species whose unique adaptations allow them to maintain stability in a world that is in a constant state of change. Which species can endure the waves, tides and temperature changes of the rocky coast? Using this interactive traveling display, participants will dip their hands into the […]

Free

Space Reader’s Theater

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Join us at the library to bring a story to life through reader's theater. We will warm up with some improv, charades and acting games. We will have a short script inspired by a book. Geared towards grades 2 and up.

United Way of Mid-Maine Annual Meeting

Summit Room, Spann Student Commons, Thomas College 180 West River Road, Waterville, ME

United Way of Mid-Maine's Annual Meeting Join us in the Summit Room of Thomas College's Spann Student Center for breakfast, networking, and an opportunity to learn more about our United Way and the building blocks of our community! Our Community Impact Awards will also be presented. We are pleased to announce our Community Impact Award Winners:  […]

Free
Recurring

Weird Science Wednesdays

Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME

Come explore the how, why, and "why not" of a Universe of Stories at Weird Science Wednesdays at the Waterville Library. We will be doing STEAM activities starting at 1 pm that includes guest speakers, experiments, movies, and more! Events run 1-2pm unless otherwise marked. These programs are free, and open to attendees in 1st-5th […]

Free

Teen Board Gaming

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Join us at the Winslow Public Library for a board game afternoon. Feel free to bring your own board games to share and or play some of ours to play with friends or meet new ones. Geared towards ages 12 to 18.

Free

Reader Dog Visit

Waterville Public Library 73 Elm Street, Waterville, ME

Our therapy dog friends from Kennebec Valley Love on a Leash will be in this afternoon for read-aloud time and visiting! For kids who want to practice their reading skills and for families who want a fun, calming read-aloud opportunity. Spend 15 minutes with a dog who loves to listen. Bring your own favorite book, […]

Free

Waterville BUILD Grant Project Open House

Chace Forum, Bill & Joan Alfond Main Street Commons 150 Main Street, Waterville, ME

Representatives of the City of Waterville, Colby College, Kennebec Water District, and the Maine Department of Transportation will he available to answer any questions related to the City's Downtown Improvement Build Grant Project, Kennebec Water District's water line upgrades, and  other improvements taking place around the project area. The Open House will provide attendees an […]

Free

Art Happy Hour: 3D Printed Earrings

Waterville Brewing Company 10 Water Street, Ste. 111, Waterville, ME

Create two sets of earrings and learn more about the basics of 3D printing while sipping beer. Designs will be pre-printed and ready to customize and assemble at the event. Participants will learn simple techniques in this introductory session. One free beer ticket is included with this class. Ages 21 and up. Registration Required. MORE

$40

Read with Cole: Reading Therapy Dog

Winslow Public Library 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, ME

Sign up for 15 minutes of reading with a friendly therapy dog, Cole! Cole is a black lab who loves listening to kids read. He also doesn't judge you if you mess up a word or two. He just wants you to try! Reading to a therapy dog encourages kids to read more often by […]

Free
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