Sanford Robinson Gifford. A Twilight in the Adirondacks, 1864. Oil on canvas, 10½ × 18½ in. (26.7 × 47 cm). The Lunder Collection, 2013.130P. Photo credit: Peter Siegel, Pillar Digital Imaging LLC.
Happy New Year!
I like to think that with each new year comes a certain level of hope—a place to start anew, to hatch fresh ideas, pursue interests, and redefine practices. Whether you fully embrace the winter season or find warmth indoors, Waterville Creates offers something for everyone: cozy film screenings on a snowy afternoon at the Maine Film Center, live performances at the Waterville Opera House, or hands-on learning like 3D printing at Ticonic Gallery + Studios. Our wide range of programs welcomes all ages and interests.
There is something else that Waterville Creates offers and supports—kindness—and it’s at the heart of what we do. Kindness to ourselves and to others—to patrons, neighbors, friends, family; our staff and volunteers actively practice and embrace our code of conduct and core values. This means that we support, encourage, and actively promote diverse voices and experiences; that we aspire to bring our community together to celebrate the arts and creativity, while fostering lasting, restorative connections to health, happiness, and the pursuit of belonging; that we create space for one another and promote a sense of wonder, awe, and appreciation not just for the arts, but for the world we share. These values underline not just our visitor experience, but the human experience.
Across all our programs, we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming space for all. Bring your curiosity, share your enthusiasm, and join us in building a community rooted in kindness, compassion, and a shared love for the arts.
With gratitude,
Patricia King Vice President
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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 is offered at all levels.
CLAY STUDIO MEMBERSHIPS
Available for intermediate level ceramic artists. Membership includes access to the studio, tools, glazes, use of pottery wheels, and kiln firings. All clay used in The Art of 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. BECOME A MEMBER
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
TICKETS
Tickets to all programs and events at Waterville Creates, the Waterville Opera House, the Maine Film Center, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios can be purchased online at watervillecreates.org, over the phone at 207.873.7000, or in-person at the Ed Harris Box Office, Paul J. Schupf Art Center, 93 Main Street, Waterville. Waterville Creates never uses third-party ticketing vendors. The validity of tickets purchased from resellers or third-party vendors cannot be guaranteed.
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.
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 honor and celebrate the array of identities in our local community and broader communities, including those that are not part of the predominant culture. We hold space on our stage, our screens, and our gallery walls, in our studios, and at our community events and programs to present diverse stories, identities, and lived experiences in real and authentic ways.
“We are thrilled that Waterville Creates is right here, so close to home, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the wonderful programs you offer. We love Waterville Creates!”
WATERVILLE MOVES
Saturdays, January 11 + 25, February 8 + 22, March 8 + 22; Free Parent + Child (Ages 4 + Under) 9:30–10:15am
Intergenerational (5 to 105!), 10:30–11:30am
Greene Block + Studios
Waterville Moves is a bi-weekly, drop-in community movement class with instructors Matthew Cumbie and Jenny Ngidi-Brown designed for people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
BETTER TOGETHER: WATERVILLE BARN QUILT WORKSHOP
Saturday, January 18 (snow date January 19), 9am–4pm
Greene Block + Studios, 18 Main Street
Help create community barn quilts with artist Saskia Reinholt! Stay tuned for more workshops in the Better Together series—an inspiring series of collaborative art workshops. Come together with neighbors to create, connect, and celebrate the power of shared creativity.
NATURE JOURNALS
Monday, March 24, 10am–12pm; Free
In partnership with MaineGeneral, join us to embark on a peaceful and relaxed walk outdoors, then head inside to create a personalized nature journal where you can capture your thoughts, sketches, and reflections. For tickets, visit mainegeneral.org/ classes-events.
*NEW* TECH CAMP
3D Printing Camp, February 17–18, 9am–2pm, $71
Filmmaking Camp, February 19–20, 9am–2pm, $71
Register for both camps for $131
Ages 10–14
This fun four-day tech camp introduces kids to 3D printing and filmmaking. Each day combines creativity and technology, giving kids a chance to experiment, learn new skills, and collaborate with fellow campers. Perfect for young makers and storytellers looking to expand their digital skills in a supportive, engaging environment!
JANUARY 3
FEBRUARY 7
FIRST FRIDAYS
February 7, March 7, 5–7pm; Free Various times + locations
events
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.
There is no First Friday in January due to the proximity to New Year’s Eve.
GAMES 5–7pm
With Colby College Museum of Art
STAR PARTIES 5pm + 5:45pm (All Ages); 6:30pm (21+) With Northern Stars Planetarium + Waterville Creates. Free, pre-registration required.
VOLUNTEER OUTREACH EVENT 5–7pm
Interested in volunteering? Come and learn more!
YOUTH ART MONTH RECEPTION + CELEBRATION 4–7pm
MARCH 7
Come celebrate our youth artists and our awesome area art teachers! Learn more about Youth Art Month on Page 17.
FIELD TRIP EXPERIENCES AT WATERVILLE CREATES
Field trip experiences at Waterville Creates are designed to inspire a love of film, theatre, and visual art. Each experience aligns with classroom curriculum, Maine State Learning Results, and connects to the gallery’s exhibitions. For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact Education Manager Lisa Wheeler at lwheeler@watervillecreates.org.
K–12 field trips are available at:
WATERVILLE OPERA HOUSE: Cultivating a love of theatre and live performance.
MAINE FILM CENTER: Engaging students by teaching and learning through film.
TICONIC GALLERY + STUDIOS: Fostering an appreciation for visual culture and hands-on art making.
“Strong community bringing great art of all kinds to central Maine!”
THE COTTAGE
January 31, February 1, 7, 8 at 7:30pm + February 2, 9 at 2pm; $29–$31
This side-splitting romp written by Sandy Rustin is an outrageous tale of sex, betrayal, and desire as one woman decides to expose her latest affair to both her husband—and to her lover’s wife. The Cottage is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection.
PORTRAIT OF ARETHA STARRING CECE TENEAL
Thursday, January 9, 7:30pm; $45–$55
CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of the Queen of Soul with personalized interpretations of both popular and lesser-known songs from this 18-Grammy-Award-winning icon’s 50-year career.
EAGLEMANIA
Friday, January 10, 8pm; $39–$49
EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five-part harmony, virtuoso guitar work, and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of the Eagles.
JULIA GAGNON
Saturday, January 11, 8pm; $29–$39
Originally from Cumberland, Maine, Julia Gagnon gained national acclaim after placing in the top seven performers of the 22nd season of American Idol. During her time with American Idol, Gagnon became a household name across the state, with Mainers rallying to support her in any way possible.
THE OUTLAWS
Saturday, February 15, 8pm; $44–$54
For more than 40 years, the Southern Rock legends celebrated triumphs and endured tragedies to remain one of the most influential and best-loved bands of the genre. It’s a group that respects its own legacy while refusing to be defined by its past.
DIRTY DEEDS—THE AC/DC EXPERIENCE
Friday, March 7, 8pm; $34–$44
A uniquely immersive, authentic, and interactive AC/DC experience that transports fans back to the glory days of classic rock. Their attention to detail and dedication to capturing the spirit of the original songs makes every performance an unforgettable celebration of AC/DC’s legacy.
NATALIE MACMASTER AND DONNELL LEAHY
Wednesday, March 12, 7:30pm; $49–$59
Canada’s internationally renowned virtuoso fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy take their music to new heights with an all-new show. Bursting onto the music scene with exuberant youthful mastery, their two eldest children, Mary Frances and Micheal Leahy, join their parents for a night of musical magic.
FEMMES OF ROCK
Friday, March 14, 8pm; $49–$59
Led by rock violinist and arranger Nina DiGregorio, they have rocked audiences worldwide with their blistering solos and unique arrangements. Their concerts feature the music of AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix, Prince, Metallica, David Bowie, Pink Floyd, and more!
FLOYDIAN TRIP
Saturday, March 29, 8pm; $24–$34
Floydian Trip combines the best of the early Pink Floyd years and later years to make each show a visually pleasing experience. Whether through projections, lasers, lights, or other effects, Floydian Trip creates a spectacular experience authentic to Floyd’s famous touring years in the 1970s and 1980s.
THEATRE CAMP
MISSOULA CHILDREN’S
THEATRE: SLEEPING BEAUTY
Camp: February 17–22
Performance: Saturday, February 22, 12pm
In this original adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty is destined to sleep for eternity after she pricks her finger on a spindle. Five hundred years pass and Sleeping Beauty wakes to find herself in a rock ’n’ roll dream!
SCHOOL SHOW
ONCE UPON A TIME: CINDERELLA + JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Wednesday, March 5, 9:30am + 12pm
Once Upon a Time… in this hysterical production, literature comes to life by bringing to the stage the stories of Cinderella and Jack and the Beanstalk!
“ The program gives my child a space to create and work on her technical skills in a safe and fun environment.”
EXHIBITIONS
HOLIDAY BAZAAR
October 4, 2024–January 27, 2025
Ticonic Gallery
This festive marketplace showcases the talents of more than 100 Maine makers across various media, offering a community space for artists to showcase and sell their creations. Thank you to our sponsors: Kennebec Savings Bank, Morning Sentinel/Kennebec Journal, City of Waterville, and Back Office Solutions.
YOUTH ART MONTH
March 1–April 6, 2025
Opening reception Friday, March 7, 4–7pm
Ticonic Gallery and Greene Block + Studios
Ticonic Gallery is delighted to partner with Greene Block + Studios (at 18 Main Street) to celebrate Youth Art Month with a spectacular, multi-site exhibition of artwork by local K–12 students. Youth Art Month allows students to showcase their work in a gallery setting and share their achievements with their families and community.
EVENTS
COMMUNITY DRAW (AGES 16+)
Wednesdays, January 8, February 12, March 12, 6–8pm; $11
Seasoned and aspiring artists are invited to join this costumed figure drawing session to refine their skills in a welcoming, supportive environment. Bring your preferred drawing materials— Ticonic will supply the chairs, model, and plenty of camaraderie.
AFTER SCHOOL ART CLUB
Thursdays, 3–5pm; Ages 8–12; $16 per session
Kids 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! We follow the Waterville Public Schools’ weather cancellation policy.
Jan 23: Plaster Sculpture Part 1
Jan 30: Plaster Sculpture Part 2
Feb 6: Sneak Peek at Tech Camp!
Feb 13: HOME
Feb 27: Spun Cotton Animals
Mar 6: Celebrate Youth Art Month
Mar 13: Clay Play Part 1
Mar 20: Clay Play Part 2
Mar 27: Animal Fabric Collage
THE DEATH WINGS PROJECT: A HANDS-ON CREATIVE RITUAL
January 19, 1–4:15pm; Ages 18+; Free, Pre-registration is Required Supportive. Healing. Safe. Unique. These are the four words participants use most when describing a wing-making workshop. Join Bess Welden and members of the Death Wings Project cofacilitation team in a new session focused on grief, loss, and life transitions. Participants will reflect and create a set of mini wings from paper and fabric.
HOME
Saturday, February 1, 10am–2pm Ages 16+; $26, Free for Members
What do you think of when you think of HOME? This question lies at the heart of a creative and thought-provoking workshop led by Lisa Wheeler. Through guided prompts you’ll explore what home means to you and create a unique piece of artwork that captures your story of HOME.
3D PRINTING FOR BEGINNERS
Saturdays, March 8 + 15, 10am–2pm Ages 12+; $131
This beginner class will show you step-by-step from start to finish how the entire 3D printing process works using our new Bambu Lab A1 Mini 3D printers. Open to all; ages 12–15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
CLAY
TEEN CLAY CLUB
Wednesdays, January 8 + 22, February 12 + 26, 3–5pm Ages 13–16; $51 per month
In this bi-monthly exploration of clay, teens will learn about handbuilding, glazing, surface design, and more. Each young artist will be encouraged to independently find their own unique approach to clay in a supportive environment.
CLAY
BEGINNER CLAY: WHEEL-THROWING AND HAND-BUILDING
Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 2–4:30pm
Ages: Adults + Teens 16+; $181
Join Farmington-based ceramic artist Cherie Giampietro for a sixweek beginner class designed to teach and enhance fundamental wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques. Discover how these methods can be used both individually and in combination to create distinct and unique pieces. Students can access the studio during open studio times, in addition to class time.
MORNING CLAY
Tuesdays, January 7 + 21, February 4 + 18, March 4 + 18, 10am–12pm Ages: Adults; $41 per class
Join us for Morning Clay, a newly created hand-building class at The Art of Clay Studio designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. To register, please contact Clay Studio Coordinator Yvonne Brown. ybrown@watervillecreates.org; 207.250.0265
3D PRINTING FOR CERAMIC ARTS
Saturday, January 11 + 18, 1–4pm
Ages: Adults + Teens 16+; $81
Where creativity meets functionality! In this hands-on workshop, participants will dive into the world of 3D printing to design and create custom stamps, cutters, and maker’s marks. Waterville Creates will provide the 3D printers and laptops needed for designing and printing.
SCULPTING IN CLAY: UNVEILING FORM AND EXPRESSION
Wednesdays, January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 6–8:30pm
Ages: Adults + Teens 16+; $181
Welcome to the world of sculpting in clay! In this course, students will embark on a transformative journey where they will explore the art of sculpting three-dimensional forms in clay. Students can access the studio during open studio times, in addition to class time.
BEGINNER CLAY: HAND-BUILDING
Wednesdays, March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 5:30–8pm
Ages: Adults + Teens 16+; $181
Instructor Pam Wilcox leads a six-week introduction to handbuilding, including functional projects such as slab-built mugs, serving platters, and much more. Students can access the studio during open studio times, in addition to class time.
“Always a distinct pleasure to be at the Maine Film Center!”
events
CINEMA EXPLORATIONS
A wintertime community-curated film series. Saturdays and Sundays at 10am Free admission, sponsored by the Colby Center for the Arts and Humanities
UNBROKEN
January 4 + 5 | 2023 | 96 minutes | NR
Seven Weber siblings evade certain death after their mother dies at Auschwitz. They use guile and will to endure unimaginable hardships, eventually escaping to America. Despite the horrors of the Holocaust, UnBroken uplifts audiences with the powerful resiliency of the human spirit and the simple goodness and courage leading to resistance and generosity.
RED ISLAND
January 18 + 19 | 2023 | 117 minutes | NR
A few armed forces and their families live in one of the last French military bases abroad on Madagascar. Their imaginations piqued, 10-year-olds Thomas and Suzanne observe with curiosity the world around them. Inspired by director Robin Campillo’s own childhood experiences on military deployments, “It’s a compelling, visually exquisite piece of work.”—The Guardian.
MADE IN ENGLAND: THE FILMS OF POWELL AND PRESSBURGER
February 1 + 2 | 2024 | 131 minutes | NR
Martin Scorsese has enjoyed a lifelong love affair with the films of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. In this documentary, he explores the collaboration between these two romantics and idealists, who thrived in the face of adversity during World War II, but were eventually brought low by the film industry of the 1950s.
A LIGHT NEVER GOES OUT
February 15 + 16 | 2022 | 103 minutes | NR
Hong Kong has long featured wild neon designs with eye-catching splashes of light and color. That is, until Beijing decrees that Hong Kong’s uniqueness should be curbed. Heung, devastated by her husband Bill’s passing, decides she must fulfill his last wish to renovate one of his favorite signs despite family opposition and her own lack of training.
MAMI WATA
March 1 + 2 | 2023 | 107 | NR
lyi villagers worship the mermaid deity Mami Wata under the guidance of Mama Efe, her daughter Zinwe, and her protegee Prisca, but when warlord Jasper arrives, seizing control of the village, it soon falls to Prisca and Zinwe to find a way to save their people and restore Mami Wata’s glory to Iyi.
MET
FESTIVALS
MAINE STUDENT FILM + VIDEO FESTIVAL
Saturday, March 22, 2025, 12pm | Free The Maine Student Film + Video Festival (MSFVF) invites all Maine students in grades K–12 to submit short films in the narrative, documentary, and creative categories. Students may win filmmaking gear or a $500 grand prize. The deadline for submission is February 22, 2025. To learn more visit mainestudentfilm.org.
MAINE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Submissions are open for the 28th Maine International Film Festival! To submit your film, visit MIFF.org. Submission deadlines and dates:
February 14 (Regular Deadline)
March 7 (Late Deadline)
April 11 (Extended Deadline)
June 13 (Notification Date)
July 11–20 (Event Date)
MET OPERA ENCORE
Tickets: $19 adults | $17 seniors, students, military | $16 children (12 + under)
OPERA LIVE
Maine Film Center presents the 2024–25 season of Met Opera Live in HD, bringing encore screenings of the Metropolitan Opera to the heart of Waterville. Screenings start at 12:55pm.
AIDA (VERDI)
February 8
FIDELIO (BEETHOVEN)
March 29
ART IN THE LOBBY
AS I ROVED OUT: WORKS BY ABBOTT MEADER
January 15–July 21
Maine Film Center Lobby
Retired Colby professor of art Abbott Meader presents images of inland Maine landscapes, which reflect his interest in strong formal structuring as well as his close examination of nature seen at a walking pace. Each piece originated from observations and sketches of the natural world, later evolving in the studio.
COLBY COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART museum.colby.edu
INTO THE WIND: AMERICAN WEATHERVANES
November 9, 2024–June 8, 2025
Featuring promised gifts to the museum from a distinguished private collection in Maine, and accompanied by an arrangement of folk art and folk-art-inspired works from the Colby Museum’s collection, Into the Wind dives into the history of American weathervanes, exploring their symbolism, use, manufacture, and trade in the northeastern United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
ART BREAKS
Thursdays, February 13–May 8, 12:30–1pm
Each Thursday, spend time with a work of art on view in the Colby College Museum of Art’s galleries. Art Break programs are grounded in the practice of slow looking, an educational approach that asks people to give patient, immersive attention to a work of art as a way to make connections and create meaning for yourself. These looking experiences will be facilitated by museum staff, interns, community collaborators, and special guests.
SQUARE + TRIANGLE
December 6, 2024–April 21, 2025
The phrase “square + triangle” describes an iconic image of a home: four walls and a gable roof. This exhibition offers varied perspectives on home, domesticity, and placemaking. It includes artworks that examine our relationships with physical places—the buildings and landscapes we inherit—as well as the emotional resonances that form as we personalize where we live and how we share space.
WATERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY watervillelibrary.org
NATIONAL TAKE YOUR CHILD TO THE LIBRARY DAY
February 1, 1–2:30pm
The highlight for the day will be Waterville’s very own celebrated author Margy Burns Knight! She will read her new book Who Needs a Statue?, lead a discussion, then follow it with a statue-making craft.
WATERVILLE SEED LIBRARY LAUNCH
March 20
This entirely free public resource features 20+ varieties, including tomato, pumpkin, summer lettuce mix, green beans, and more. While supplies last, garden seed packets can be picked up at the Waterville Public Library at 73 Elm Street!
LIKE A LOCAL GUIDE IN YOUR POCKET
The Explorer App will guide you around town or in the great outdoors to locations and experiences across Maine’s Kennebec Valley.
Embark on a self-guided tour of the region’s environmental art and sculpture, vintage and antique shops, and craft breweries. Dig into listings for scenic drives, roadside oddities, and historic sites. GPS mapping and alerts will lead the way.
partner events
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM childrensdiscoverymuseum.org
DATE NIGHT CHILDCARE AT THE MUSEUM
January 17, February 14, March 21, 5–8pm
Drop the kids off for pizza and playtime with museum staff and volunteers while you have a night to yourself! Ages 3 to 8 (all children must be potty trained).
THE STAGE AT CDM PRESENTS: MR. DREW’S ANIMALS
January 25, 3–4pm
Mr. Drew will delight and educate children during his visit with his exotic animal friends. Mr. Drew and His Animals Too is a natural science and exotic animal rescue and rehabilitation center in Lewiston that provides a hands-on approach to learning about science and animals.
THE STAGE AT CDM PRESENTS: MAD SCIENCE
February 22, 3–4pm
Mad Science will join us on our stage to thrill us with radical reactions and phenomenal physics!
GLOW NIGHT
March 7, 6–8pm
Come see the museum at night and have some blacklight fun! Enjoy snacks, a DJ, and activities in our inflatable planetarium.
ELM CITY MUSIC SCHOOL elmcitymusic.org
Elm City Music School is an all-genre music school in Central Maine, based at the Playhouse in Waterville for private lessons and group classes for all ages and abilities.
THE KENNEBEC VALLEY MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION HONORS FESTIVAL
February 1, 2pm Choral Concert, 4pm Instrumental Concert
Waterville Senior High School; $3 Adults, $2 Students + Seniors
Top musicians from schools in the Kennebec Valley will be performing together.
MFC TGS
Maine Film Center Ticonic Gallery + Studios
Auditions:
Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical 1-4PM (adults), WOH
After School Art Club 3PM, TGS Femmes of Rock 8PM, WOH
3D Printing for Beginners 10AM, TGS
Waterville Moves 9:30 + 10:30AM, WC
Maine Student Film + Video Festival 12PM, MFC
Met Opera: Fidelio 12:55PM, MFC
After School Art Club 3PM, TGS
ENJOY THE SHOW
Whether you are 35 or 75 our mission is the same... Grow and protect your family's treasure for your "Golden Age"
The Golden Age is before us, not behind us ... William Shakespeare
staff spotlight
CJ GILLIGAN EVENT + VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
WATERVILLE CREATES
Name, title, and when did you begin working at Waterville Creates?
My name is CJ Gilligan (she/her), I have the great pleasure of being the Event + Volunteer Coordinator, and I began working at WC in early June of 2024!
What does a “typical” day look like for you?
I would assess what our events needs are for the day (if we are offering any programming that requires volunteer support, any catering or space needs like tables, etc.), connect with our amazing volunteer network about upcoming volunteer needs and general volunteer outreach, and attend any meetings with my amazing coworkers to learn how I can provide event support to their programming!
What do you enjoy most about your job?
I love working with amazing volunteers who are passionate about bringing accessible arts into our community. To spend their time and energy supporting our programming makes me feel hopeful and grateful for a better world. The popcorn is great, too.
What is your idea of perfect happiness?
I am laying on a beach in a tropical oasis, being fanned and fed grapes by large, muscular humans, sipping something fruity, and my cats are also there but they are talking and saying the nicest things about me. Oh, and I have tacos. Endless tacos.
Can you recommend an artistic experience our readers should try?
The “National Theatre Live” productions streamed at MFC are a must-see! It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see performances by amazing actors, such as Andrew Scott (a personal favorite of mine) in Present Laughter.
