Pounded by calloused hands; blasted by tightened lips. It calls across time and continents—with a visceral response from hips and feet. It’s the force that blew through Louis Armstrong in the ’20s. It’s the power that gets Brazilians swinging in the streets for carnival. It is jazz you can dance to. What makes Nation Beat…

Come make a recycled book button with Waterville Public Library! Join the Colby College Museum of Art on campus for a day of free art workshops, music, food, and interactive gallery experiences for people of all ages. Create your own works of art with Lunder Institute for American Art resident fellows at the Art Tent,…

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At the Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street: 5–7pm Tom Jessen in Ticonic Gallery with At Play Step into the creative world of artist Tom Jessen as he brings his piece Atsuko to life right before your eyes at Ticonic Gallery. Following the construction of Atsuko, visitors will be invited to become a…

At the Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street: 5–7pm Opening Reception for Alive and Kicking at the Joan Dignam Schmaltz Gallery of Art  This exhibition brings together three contemporary artists who have never shown together before, but are all remarkable for their punchy, surreal installations. Gladys Nilsson and Catalina Schliebener Muñoz contribute original works,…

Vibraphonist, Simon Moullier at Greene Block + Studios

Vibraphonist Simon Moullier is a major new voice on the jazz scene and a multi-faceted improviser, composer, arranger and producer. He is also an important bandleader, leading a Quartet comprised of Lex Korten on piano, Rick Rosato bass, and JK Kim on drums, four unique and cohesive personalities that function together as a true unit.…

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Halcyon is thrilled to present Realized during the Maine International Film Festival! Realized combines stop-motion animation with live string quartet music to imagine our collective future. With animated films and stories inspired by a series of workshops with Maine high school students, Realized amplifies the artwork and voices of young people as they reflect on…

Community Carnival at George J Mitchell School

Enjoy carnival games and prizes, a bounce house, and more! Meet the Fire Department, visit the Waterville StoryWalk© next to Reed Field, or say hello to the mayor at the selfie station. There will be free art kits from the Colby College Museum of Art, a book giveaway, food by Rita’s Catering for sale, popcorn,…

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Come visit the Children’s Discovery Museum for some free fun as well as a sneak-peek into our new exhibit hall, opening this summer! We will have our Mobile Museum set up for play, live entertainment including music and performances, face painting, and even Fresh Ella’s Ice Cream!

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Embark on a solar printing adventure with us! Dive into the captivating world of cyanotypes, where creativity meets the power of sunlight to craft unique fabric art inspired by nature. Discover the joy and accessibility of this ancient photographic process as you create your own personalized handkerchief sun print. Take home not just a piece…

Join us for a unique opportunity to transform discarded clothing into stunning works of art! Collaborate with fabric artist Susie Brandt, whose masterpieces are currently showcased at the Speedwell Contemporary Gallery in Portland. Together with your friends and family, we’ll repurpose worn-out garments into vibrant rope, breathing new life into forgotten textiles. Bring those old…