Arts Dispatch Issue 05

JAN – MAR 2024

A quarterly guide to the arts in Waterville.

ON CAMPUS through July 28, 2024

free and open to all museum.colby.edu

Images (top to bottom): Oscar Berninghaus, Desert Nocturne (Indian Nocturne), 1919.

The Lunder Collection, 008.2011; Tony Abeyta, Citadel. The Lunder Collection, 2021.246; Jody Naranjo Folwell, Ghost Hunters. Museum purchase from the Jere Abbott Acquisitions Fund, 2022.063

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t’s hard to believe that just over a year ago, we were wearing hard hats as we explored our new home at the Paul J. Schupf Art Center. As Waterville Creates celebrates its first year in this beautiful building, we are delighted to share some of our successes: Attendance has increased across all programming divisions, with a 76% increase in Maine Film Center movie goers, a 65% increase in Waterville Opera House attendees, and an incredible 1850% increase in visitation to Ticonic Gallery.

In addition to strong attendance at formal programs, Schupf Arts has been embraced by the community as a welcoming gathering space, where on any given day you might see in our lobby spaces students doing homework, families making art together using our free Creative Carts, or fiber artists gathering for a weekly spinning circle.

In 2023 alone, the Youth Arts Access Fund was used over 1,700 times, providing over $60,000 in free arts experiences to area youth. This brings the grand total for YAAF to over 2,400 uses and $85,000 in funds disbursed.

Over 2,500 schoolchildren have come through our doors for gallery field trips, special film screenings and discussions, and school shows at the Opera House, filling our new space with gasps of wonderment, giggles, and the munching of popcorn.

As we reflect on all of the patrons, programs, events, and partnerships that we have welcomed to Schupf Arts in this inaugural year, we couldn’t be more excited about what’s in store for 2024.

Thank you for your support of our mission of arts experiences for all.

Shannon Haines President + CEO

Patricia King Vice President

Mike Perreault Maine Film Center Executive Director

Michelle Sweet Waterville Opera House Executive Director

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BECOME A MEMBER Waterville Creates members enjoy special benefits at the Maine Film Center, Waterville Opera House, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios.

Member benefits range from discounted admissions and advance ticket purchasing opportunities to free popcorn and merchandise. A selection of gifts from our partners at the Waterville Public Library and the Colby College Museum of Art are offered at all levels.

Every membership directly supports our film, visual, and performing arts and education programs and helps to build a community where all people can enjoy transformative experiences in the arts.

For more information, visit watervillecreates.org/membership or inquire at the Ed Harris Box Office.

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about us ADDRESS

Paul J. Schupf Art Center 93 Main Street Waterville, Maine 04901 207.873.7000

HOURS

Ed Harris Box Office: Open daily, 11am–7pm* Ticonic Gallery: Open daily, 11am–7pm*; closed Tuesdays and federal holidays *Hours may vary for special events

CODE OF CONDUCT

Waterville Creates is committed to ensuring that the Paul J. Schupf Art Center and Waterville Opera House are welcoming places for all. We expect our visitors, volunteers, and staff to recognize and honor one another with dignity and respect. We have a zero tolerance policy regarding any acts of harassment or harmful behavior.

ACCESSIBILITY

All street-level entrances to the Paul J. Schupf Art Center are wheelchair accessible, and the primary box office door, located under the ARTS sign, is equipped with automatic door openers. The Maine Film Center’s screening rooms and the sky bridge to the Waterville Opera House are accessible by elevator. Designated wheelchair seating is available in all three film screening rooms as well as the orchestra level of the Waterville Opera House, and wheelchairs are available upon request at the Ed Harris Box Office.

Assisted listening devices are available at the Maine Film Center and the Waterville Opera House. For more information on accessibility or to request accommodations, please call 207.873.7000 or e-mail access@watervillecreates.org.

YOUTH ARTS ACCESS FUND (YAAF)

Waterville Creates believes that all youth, regardless of income, ability, or background, should have access to outstanding arts opportunities. In an effort to remove cost as a barrier to participation, we have created a dedicated fund to support free admission for youth ages 18 and under to the full range of programming offered by Waterville Creates and its divisions, including art classes and camps, community theatre productions, live music, and film programming. Please visit the Ed Harris Box Office or call 207.873.7000 to access YAAF funds.

PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY

Photographic, video, audio, and other recordings may be captured by Waterville Creates at its events and venues, including the Maine Film Center, Waterville Opera House, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios. This media may be used for marketing purposes in print, web, and social media marketing, as well as in third-party publications. Your presence at Waterville Creates events and venues constitutes your consent to being included in such media recordings.

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VALUES COMMUNITY

We are building a thriving, connected, and equitable community through shared experiences in the arts. By presenting arts programming by, with, and for our community, we promote growth and well-being.

CREATIVITY

We recognize the vital role creative expression plays in a fulfilled life and a vibrant community, nurture individual artistic endeavors at all levels, and encourage all creative outlets.

COLLABORATION

We connect and work with creatives, arts and cultural organizations, and other strategic partners to energize and enrich our community through the arts.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY + INCLUSION

We support, encourage, and honor diverse stories and perspectives.

We provide relevant, accessible programming while making space for community conversations that deepen understanding and foster discourse around critical issues of our time.

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events FIRST FRIDAY January 5, February 2, and March 1; Free Various times + locations First Fridays celebrate the vibrant creativity in Waterville through a wide array of arts experiences. 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.

SLICE Upcoming in April 2024!

SLICE (Students Learning Innovative Creative Endeavors) is a multidisciplinary arts education and engagement program designed to encourage students ages 13-18 to explore Waterville’s unique, high-quality arts and cultural programs and institutions. This free program directly invites students to visit the Waterville Opera House, the Maine Film Center, the Waterville Public Library, the Colby College Museum of Art, Ticonic Gallery + Studios, and other arts venues to engage in outstanding arts programming and learn more about possible career paths in the creative arts.

VOLUNTEER Our team of volunteers are an integral part of Waterville Creates. Volunteers help us build community through assistance with dynamic exhibitions, transformative performances, film experiences, educational classes, and workshops.

By volunteering, you can give back to your community while supporting events and performances at the Waterville Opera House, gain program and exhibition experience at Ticonic Gallery + Studios, and welcome filmgoers and filmmakers from around the world at the Maine International Film Festival.

Fill out an application and sign up at: watervillecreates.org/volunteer

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COMMUNITY-CENTERED ARTS PROGRAMMING The following events are funded by Waterville Creates through a competitive call for proposals designed to offer community-centered arts programming at the Paul J. Schupf Art Center.

Visit watervillecreates.org for more information on the eight projects selected to receive funding.

WATERVILLE MOVES Saturdays, January 13* + 27, February 10 + 24, March 9 + 23; Free Parent + child (AGES 4 + UNDER), 9:30–10:15am All ages (5 TO 105!), 10:30–11:30am Waterville Moves is a bi-weekly, drop-in community movement class with Matthew Cumbie + Jenny Ngidi-Brown designed for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. *Please note January 13 will be held at Greene Block + Studios WRITING WATERVILLE WORKSHOPS Join Central Maine writers for the final workshop in this series spanning genres and forms. All workshop participants will be invited to submit their work for publication in a chapbook. The series will culminate in a public reading and chapbook launch party on May 5, 2024.

EXPLORING CREATIVE WRITING FOR KIDS AND CAREGIVERS WITH SOLOMON HEIFETS + CATIE JOYCE-BULAY (AGES 5+) Tuesday, February 13, 4:30–6pm; Free Ticonic Classroom THE DEATH WINGS PROJECT: A HANDS-ON CREATIVE RITUAL (AGES 18+) Sundays, January 21, February 11, March 10, 1–4:15pm Free but pre-registration is required Bess Welden and members of the Death Wings Project cofacilitation team will lead a series of small group workshops, where participants will be gently invited to open up to thoughts and feelings about grief, loss, and challenging life transitions by engaging in a simple art project of making a set of mini-wings out of paper and fabric. An optional performance + community storytelling event will be held April 28, 2024.

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events LUNAR NEW YEAR WORKSHOPS (ALL AGES) Saturdays, January 27–February 24, 9–11am Free but pre-registration is required Ticonic Classroom (unless otherwise noted) Artist Evelyn Wong leads a dynamic series of workshops celebrating Chinese Lunar New Year. Through traditional crafting techniques and stories, participants will further their understanding and appreciation of cultural differences while celebrating family and community. Perfect for families to participate in together.

CRAFTING PAPER LANTERNS January 27 PAPER CRANES February 3 PAPER FLOWERS February 10 PRINTING A DOOR DECORATION February 17 at Hinge Collaborative, 5 Silver Street, Waterville HANDBOUND JOURNALS February 24 at Greene Block + Studios, 18 Main Street, Waterville This programming is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and realized in partnership with the Colby College Museum of Art and its Lunder Institute for American Art.

ADVERTISE in the guide to what’s going on in Waterville email: ads@watervillecreates.org

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events DRINKING HABITS February 2, 3, 9, 10, 7:30pm + February 4, 11, 2pm; Tickets: $28–$30 Accusations, mistaken identities, and romances run wild in this traditional, laugh-out-loud farce. Two nuns at the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing have been secretly making wine to keep the convent’s doors open, but Paul and Sally, reporters and former fiancées, are hot on their trail. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts Inc. TIG NOTARO: HELLO AGAIN Saturday, March 9 at 7pm; Tickets: $73–$83 Tig Notaro is an Emmy and Grammy nominated stand-up comedian, writer, radio contributor, and actor as well as a favorite on numerous talk shows, including Ellen, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and Conan. Rolling Stone named her one of the 50 best stand-up comics of all time.

SCHOOL SHOW THE JUNGLE BOOK Tuesday, March 26, 9:30am + 12pm; Tickets: $4 Open to schools + home school groups; FMI: contact the Ed Harris Box Office at 207-873-7000 Join young Mowgli as he learns the “laws” of the jungle in this time-honored adventure. With the help of friends like the black panther, Bagheera, and Baloo the lovable bear, Mowgli learns about friendship and survival. Cheer as Mowgli faces his fear and foils his nemesis, the tiger Shere Khan.

MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Camp: Monday, February 19–Saturday, February 24; $225 Performance: Saturday, February 24, 12pm; Tickets: $8–$10 What happens when a young boy plants Wonder Beans in his own backyard? For Jack, it is the beginning of a great adventure. With a little help from P.T. Wonder and a Giant, Jack learns a valuable lesson about true happiness. This musical production also features a host of other characters, including the Elegant Harp, Jill, Mother, Milky White, the Farmers, the Merchants, the Circus Performers, and the Wonder Beans.

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events MET OPERA ENCORE

Tickets: $19 adults | $17 seniors, students, military | $16 children (12 + under)

NABUCCO (VERDI) Saturday, January 20, 12:55pm | 190 minutes | Not Rated Ancient Babylon comes to life in this classic Met staging of biblical proportions. Daniele Callegari conducts Verdi’s exhilarating early masterpiece, which features the ultimate showcase for the great Met Chorus, the moving “Va, pensiero.”

CARMEN (BIZET) Saturday, February 10, 12:55pm | 190 minutes | Not Rated Acclaimed English director Carrie Cracknell brings a vital new production of one of opera’s most enduringly powerful works, reinvigorating the classic story with a staging that moves the action to the modern day and finds at the heart of the drama issues that could not be more relevant today: gendered violence, abusive labor structures, and the desire to break through societal boundaries.

LA FORZA DEL DESTINO (VERDI) Saturday, March 23, 12pm | 265 minutes | Not Rated Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts Verdi’s grand tale of ill-fated love, deadly vendettas, and family strife, with stellar soprano Lise Davidsen as the noble Leonora, one of the repertory’s most tormented—and thrilling—heroines.

2024 OSCARS PARTY

Sunday, March 10 $15 or Free for Waterville Creates members Dress to impress or come as you are to the Maine Film Center’s 2024 Academy Awards reception and watch party! Walk the red carpet and enjoy catered refreshments at a gala reception prior to a live broadcast of the 96th Academy Awards, celebrating the best films of 2023.

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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE

Theatrical productions presented onscreen at MFC Tickets: $16 adults | $14.50 seniors, students, military | $13.50 children (12 + under)

THE BOOK OF DUST - LA BELLE SAUVAGE Saturday, January 27, 12pm | 180 minutes | R In Phillip Pullman’s fantastical world, two young people and their demons, with everything at stake, find themselves at the centre of a terrifying manhunt. In their care is a tiny child called Lyra Belacqua, and in that child lies the fate of the future. And as the waters rise around them, powerful adversaries conspire for mastery of Dust: salvation to some, the source of infinite corruption to others.

SKYLIGHT Saturday, February 24, 12pm | 135 minutes | PG-13 On a bitterly cold London evening, schoolteacher Kyra Hollis (Carey Mulligan) receives an unexpected visit from her former lover, Tom Sergeant (Bill Nighy), a successful and charismatic restaurateur whose wife has recently died.

ONE SHOW ONLY!

Unless otherwise noted, regular ticket prices apply. adults: $12 evenings, $9 matinees | seniors, students, military: $10 evenings, $9 matinees | children (12 + under): $8 at all times | members: 15% off all tickets

NUH-MI-BEE-UHN Thursday, January 18, 7pm | Not Rated | Free Director Kavena Hambira introduces his short film, which focuses on the twentieth century’s first genocide—the Herero and Nama Genocide, carried out by Germany in 1905 in his family’s native Namibia. Hambira bridges geography and time to describe the indelible and far-reaching impacts of the genocide and the ongoing struggle for reparations and reconciliation.

SCIENCE ON SCREEN®: THE ADVENTURES OF BARON MUNCHAUSEN Tuesday, March 26, 7pm | 1988 | 126 minutes | PG A whimsical fantasy and beloved classic by the inimitable Terry Gilliam. Follow the fabled Baron Munchausen on an outlandish quest where he meets a bunch of misfits with varying heightened senses and abilities. Maine Master Naturalist (and Manager of Outreach + Community Partnerships at Waterville Creates) Serena Sanborn will discuss umwelt, or the world as it is experienced by particular organisms based on their own unique abilities, with examples such as bat sonar and owl eyesight.

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events CINEMA EXPLORATIONS

A wintertime, community-curated film series.

Free admission made possible by the Colby College Center for the Arts and Humanities.

THE ARC OF OBLIVION Saturday + Sunday, January 6 + 7, 10am | Not Rated | Free The Arc of Oblivion is an unexpectedly playful search for an answer to a deeply existential question: In a universe that erases its tracks, why are we so hellbent on leaving a trace? Set against the backdrop of a quixotic quest to build an ark in a field in Maine, Ian Cheney’s film heads far afield–to salt mines in the Alps, fjords in the Arctic, and ancient libraries in the Sahara—to illuminate the strange world of archives, record-keeping, and memory.

DRIVING MADELEINE Saturday + Sunday, January 20 + 21, 10am | Not Rated | Free Driving Madeleine focuses on a taxi ride across Paris. Cash-strapped Charles sees a quick, lucrative ride as an opportunity to cut his mounting debt.

Madeleine is moving into an elder care home and wants to make some stops along the way, predicting that this might be her last ride through the city. Initially reluctant, Charles agrees to keep the meter running and gradually becomes fascinated by the stories she tells about the people, the places, and events of her life.

THE OWNERS Saturday + Sunday, February 3 + 4, 10am | Not Rated | Free The Owners is a brilliant seriocomic film from Czechia about a community of apartment owners working together to make decisions about the building in which they all live. Their bantering, bickering, and bargaining makes for a highly entertaining and thought-provoking comedy that explores what it means to exercise democracy at the local level.

BETWEEN TWO WORLDS Saturday + Sunday, February 17 + 18, 10am | Not Rated | Free Between Two Worlds stars Juliette Binoche as Marianne, who poses as a deserted wife forced to join the workforce of cleaners doing hard work at an unforgiving pace for low pay. Marianne takes all she has seen and the stories she’s been told to create an exposé of their exploitation.

Lauded by readers and critics, she rationalizes her deception of her co-workers as being necessary for a greater good. But how do these women really feel about Marianne who had been a friend and confidante?

THE NIGHT OF THE 12TH Saturday + Sunday, March 2 + 3, 10am | Not Rated | Free Captain Yohan Vivés faces an elusive mystery when he investigates the gruesome murder of Clara in the French town of Grenoble. The attack was premeditated, and its violence suggests revenge. All the evidence points towards a scorned ex-lover, but which one? Vivés’ team methodically digs through the details of Clara’s life, uncovering her secrets while striving to weed out the killer.

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exhibitions EXHIBITIONS 45,000 QUILT PROJECT January 17–February 12 Reception: February 2, 5–7pm Ticonic Gallery The 45,000 Quilt Project is a beautiful display that brings together the work of over 60 immigrant justice activists and artists. It is designed to represent the immigrant detention experience in the United States and encourage efforts toward more humane solutions. Artists, quilters, and amateurs were invited to submit one-yard square panels, each containing 1,000 marks to represent 1,000 detained immigrants. The 45 panels, along with information panels and smaller works of art, were then assembled. Together the quilt consists of six quilts measuring 9 feet by 54 feet.

YOUTH ART MONTH (YAM) March 1–31, 2024 Reception: March 1, 3–7pm Ticonic Gallery and Greene Block + Studios Ticonic Gallery is delighted to partner with Colby Arts to celebrate Youth Art Month with a spectacular, multi-site exhibition of artwork by local students in grades K-12. Featuring works in a variety of media, including painting, digital art, pottery, photography, and more, YAM is an opportunity for students to showcase their work in a gallery setting and share their achievements with their families and their community.

Youth Art Month is a national initiative designed to emphasize the value of art education for all children and encourage support for quality school art programs. The 2024 theme is Dream in Art. MATTHEW RUSS—NEW WORK January 15–July 22 Maine Film Center Lobby Matthew Russ is a Waterville-based artist who embarks on outdoor oil-painting excursions throughout the state of Maine.

He favors protected lands, such as Maine State Parks, the Kennebec Highlands, and islands along the Maine Island Trail.

His work is an ongoing search for the peace and wisdom that can be found in wild places. For more information, please visit matthewruss.com.

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IN THE CLAY STUDIO BEGINNING CLAY: INTRODUCTION TO WHEEL THROWING (AGES 16+) Wednesdays, January 17–February 28 (no class February 7) 1:30–3pm; $175 Instructor Wendy Burton leads this 6-week class exploring the fundamentals of wheel throwing. Learn clay basics, including centering, shaping, trimming, handle making, and glazing, in a fun and supportive environment. Tools, materials, 25-pound bag of clay, glazes, firings, and studio access are included with class registration.

GLAZE BOOTCAMP (AGES 13+) Thursday, January 18 5:30–7pm; $30 This introductory class covers the dos and don’ts of glazing and includes simple techniques to achieve beautiful finishes.

Recommended if you are interested in becoming a clay studio member.

INTERMEDIATE CLAY: HAND BUILDING (AGES 13+) Thursdays, February 8–March 21 (no class February 22) 5:30–7pm; $175 Join instructor Pam Wilcox for a six-week course to build upon your existing skills and become more proficient in clay construction by hand. Open to students who have previous hand building experience. Tools, materials, 25-pound bag of clay, glazes, firings, and studio access are included with class registration.

FOR THE LOVE OF PETS: VALENTINE PET BOWLS (AGES 13+) Saturday, February 10 10am–12pm; $75 In this two-hour workshop, create two custom bowls for your special pet using hand building techniques. All materials are included. Pieces will be available to pick up within two weeks.

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education IN THE CLASSROOM AFTER SCHOOL ART CLUB (AGES 8-12) Thursdays, January 25–March 21 (no class February 22), 3–5pm $15 per session Kids ages 8-12 take a deep dive into art in these exciting and engaging after school art sessions. Young makers and creators will learn about clay, 3D printing, and more! (WC follows Waterville Public Schools’ weather cancellation policy.)

INTERMEDIATE 3D PRINTING Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26, 5:30–7pm; $130 Designed for students who have taken beginner level 3D printing, this 4-week class will help participants master Tinkercad and take their modeling skills to the next level. Pre-requisite: 3D Printing for Beginners or permission of the instructor.

CLAY STUDIO MEMBERSHIPS are available for ceramic artists who can

work without supervision. Membership includes access to the studio, tools, glazes, use of pottery wheels, and kiln firings. All clay used in the Ticonic Clay Studio must be purchased through Waterville Creates. Access to the studio is available 24 hours a day and seven days a week. Clay members must be at least 18 years old.

Membership Fee: $130/month; $350/3 months ($40 discount) 25-pound bag of clay: $30 Contact: Yvonne Brown, Clay Studio Coordinator, ybrown@watervillecreates.org

OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM COMMUNITY DRAW (AGES 16+) Wednesdays, January 10, February 14, March 13, 2024, 6–8pm $10 per session; March 13 is free to members!

Seasoned and aspiring artists are invited to participate in this costumed figure drawing program to hone their drawing skills in a supportive environment. Participants bring their media of choice, Ticonic provides the chairs, model, and camaraderie. Costumes provided courtesy of the Waterville Opera House.

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WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY Saturday, February 3, 10:30am–2:15pm; Free Waterville Public Library, 73 Elm Street A fun-filled Saturday for families of pre-school/elementary schoolaged children.

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COLBY COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART PLAYSCAPE: CONTEMPORARY ART FROM THE COLBY MUSEUM’S COLLECTION January 17–April 22, Joan Dignam Schmaltz Gallery of Art Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street Inspired by the 2023–25 Colby College Center for the Arts and Humanities theme of play, and sourced from the Colby Museum’s collection, this exhibition invites you to consider the role of play in contemporary art. Games and art have elements in common: both depend on rituals, practices, and rules, whether passed down through generations or conceived on the spot.

MUSIC IN THE MUSEUM: THE JOURNEY, PIANO TRIOS BY WOMEN COMPOSERS Tuesday, March 5, 12pm Colby College Museum of Art, 5600 Mayflower Hill Christina Spurling (piano), Chris Nemeth (violin), and Marisa Solomon (cello) bring a program of piano trios in honor of Women’s History Month, featuring music by Florence Price, Lera Auerbach, and Clara Schumann. Music in the Museum is a series of live performances, curated by the Colby College Music Department, and featuring local and regional musicians.

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January 20: MR. DREW AND HIS ANIMALS, TOO Come learn about Mr. Drew’s amazing animals and get a chance to get up-close with snakes, lizards, insects and more.

February 24: MAD SCIENCE We’re welcoming back Mad Science to the museum stage to show us some amazing engineering and radical reactions!

March 23: NETTIE LOOPS An amazing, Maine-based hula hoop artist, Nettie Loops will offer a dazzling show on the museum stage in addition to a short hooping workshop!

GREENE BLOCK + STUDIOS FIRST FRIDAYS Join us for these special First Friday events as we celebrate the vibrant creativity in Waterville.

February 2: JAZZ CONCERT Drop into Greene Block + Studios for a free jazz concert featuring the hottest combos on the east coast.

March 1: YOUTH ART MONTH In collaboration with Waterville Creates, Greene Block + Studios will host the opening of a Youth Art Month exhibition featuring works by Waterville Public School K-12 students. Stop by to check out our community’s youngest artists.

UPCYCLED FASHION WORKSHOP WITH KIM BERNARD Wednesdays, March 13–April 3, 3–5:30pm; Free Upcycle found clothing and recycled materials into something fabulous with this 4-week workshop. Open to all, no experience required.

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What does a “typical” day look like for you?

No one day is the same. I answer a lot of questions in the office about procedures, I troubleshoot problems, and I address whatever latest administrative project is important for the week, from producing a special report to getting our copier fixed. The only guarantee is that I’m never bored!

What do you enjoy most about your job?

I like being a jack-of-all-trades in a creative organization, and I love working in a job that feels like it’s contributing to my community in a positive way. I’ve worked in plenty of places that were, in retrospect, just work. I take a lot of pride in what we create here.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Sleeping in a little late, waking up to a beautiful day, playing games and laughing with some friends, and then dinner out. I love slow days where I can decide in the moment what I’d like to do. No plans are sometimes the best plans!

Can you recommend a play, musical, movie, or other art related experience to our readers?

I particularly love heist and mystery stories, but honestly rather than recommending just one, I’ll say what I think is the most important part of any film or live performance: see it in the theater. I can’t stress that enough. I have rarely felt such joy as when I could laugh with a crowd. The excitement, cheers, gasps (and yes, even tears) that are shared in a theater make for an incredible, and totally different, experience from sitting at home.

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ry your hand at snow sculpting!

Unlike building a snowman, which is a process of adding material, snow sculpting involves carving away at a block of snow to reveal your masterpiece. Embrace the winter season, gather your family and friends, and let your creativity flourish in the snow!

Fun fact: Two Waterville Creates’ employees are heading to the U.S. Nationals for Snow Sculpting this February! Go, team Maine!

MATERIALS CARDBOARD BOX – the bigger the better (you can get cardboard boxes from area businesses!)

ANY KITCHEN, HOME, OR GARDENING TOOLS YOU DON’T MIND GETTING WET – trowels, spoons, ice chippers, chisels, horse curry combs, and even sandpaper FOOD COLORING (optional)

CREATE A SNOW SCULPTURE DIRECTIONS egin by tightly packing a cardboard box with 1 B snow. Use both your hands and feet to ensure there are no air pockets—this will help make your sculpture sturdy.

2 Allow the snow block to set for a few hours; in colder weather, it will harden more quickly. If the temperatures are milder, you can let it set overnight for a more solid structure.

3 Use your sculpting tools to gently remove the excess snow. You can choose to follow a planned design or simply let your creativity flow. Simplicity often works best!

4 To add an extra touch of color, consider incorporating food coloring into your creation.

Ideas for simple snow sculptures: a turtle, a teddy bear, a fish, a giant head, a house, or a duck

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