Community Calendar

Formerly known as the Holiday Bazaar, Made is a curated seasonal marketplace that highlights the artistry and craftsmanship of Maine makers, offering visitors a unique selection of locally handmade goods.

Thank you to our sponsors Kennebec Savings Bank, the City of Waterville, Central Maine Newspapers, and Back Office Solutions!

The UNH Department of Music is excited to announce our 2026 Violin Viola day, directed by Karl Orvik! This event will be held on Sunday, January 25 from 12pm-6pm. We are especially excited to welcome guest violinist Louise Kandle to present her masterclass "Lead Sheet Literacy for Violin and Viola Players." Violin-Viola day is open to violinists and violists ages 11-18 with 2+ years of playing experience. Registration is already open: sign up today at the following link: https://cola.unh.edu/music/outreach/unh-violinviola-workshop, or scan the QR code on the poster above!

Violin Viola Day is held at the Paul Creative Arts Center (PCAC), 30 Academic Way, Durham, NH. Additional information including program drop off and pick up locations are sent directly from program staff. You can also find more information on the UNH Youth Programs website at https://www.unh.edu/youthprograms/course/violin-viola-day

Sample a variety of seasonal specialty beers while enjoying the incredible ambiance of The Cellars at Allagash, our wild and sour barrel aging space. If you are looking for a traditional brewery tour, check out our "Taste of Allagash Origin Tour" which begins in the brewhouse and ends in our wild barrel room.

The highlights:
6 samples
60 minutes
In-depth barrel room exploration and chance to see the Coolship
$38 before tax/fees
21+

Please read on before booking:

Tour-goers must be 21 or older. Infant-wearing is welcome - the tour path through our manufacturing plant is not suitable for young children or strollers.

Guests who are not drinking beer can purchase a Designated Driver ticket and will have a choice of NA beverage.

Dogs are not allowed on this manufacturing plant tour.

Originally from Lewiston, Maine, Jason has spent nearly 30 years making the Western Mountains his home. With more than two decades of performing throughout Maine and New England, he brings audiences a heartfelt mix of original songs and soulful covers that keep listeners engaged from start to finish. All ages welcome. Free admission. Sponsored by: Adley’s Auto, Baxter Brewing, Bissell Brothers, Brick & Stone, Coos Canyon Campground & Cabins, Hebert Realty, Lone Pine, Oxford Federal Credit Union, Sun Cruiser and Swift River Suites.

There are so many reasons to keep honeybees – to support pollinators, for the joy of observing them at work, and for the honey, propolis & beeswax that beekeepers can collect.

Join Master Beekeeper Karen Thurlow for three sessions to help you get ready for your first season keeping bees. She will prepare you for the earliest decisions you’ll have to make when starting out: what equipment to get (and where), how to put together a new hive and where to situate it, and what bees to order and in what “form” (package or nuc). Karen will also introduce you to the lives of bees themselves – what their roles and basic needs are – as well as what you need to look for when inspecting your hive(s), and what each of the four seasons as a beekeeper will require of you. 

*This is a 3 part webinar series with sessions taking place on: January 24, January 25, & January 31 from 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. All sessions will be recorded & the recordings shared with registrants. We will reserve February 1 as a snow date in case of power or internet outages. 

The Midcoast Community Chorus will return to the stage with Poetry in Song, a concert celebrating choral music inspired by poetry.

This year’s concert will feature a special guest appearance by The Maine Steiners, the University of Maine's premier all-male a cappella group.

Over 100 singers and local musicians, led by Artistic Director Kim Murphy and accompanist Matt Mainster, will present an inspiring and diverse program of songs, largely drawn from poems. Some of the featured poets include Sara Teasdale, Langston Hughes, Robert Frost, and Harriet Prescott Spofford. The concert will feature works that have been set to music, highlighting the emotional depth and lyrical power of poetry in a choral setting.

Tickets are $20 and $30 and are available at The Grasshopper Shop in Rockland, The Green Store in Belfast, and online at mccsings.org/tickets.

Learn about oyster farming from some of Maine’s premier oyster growers on this tasty two-hour river cruise! Hear how oysters are cultivated, harvested, and taken to market, and discover why the watersheds where they are grown impact their flavor. Each guest will receive a ticket for a dozen oysters on the half-shell and a beverage of choice including selections from our beer and wine list. With scenic views, wildlife sightings, sit back and learn about Maine’s oyster industry, then sample some of the tastiest treats the Maine coast has to offer. Additional oysters can be purchased aboard for $3/each. Tickets for ages 6 & under include ½ dozen oysters and beverage.

A free chess club open to anyone over the age of 10. All levels of experience are welcome. We have boards, but feel free to bring your own.

New England's largest walk-through light show. 1 mile trail, over 2 million lights and trees wrapped heights of over 90 feet.

Note: our schedule varies and does not operate daily. It is on our website. Thanks!

🧠✨ Summon your wits and rally your fellowship… Trivia Night approaches! Do you have what it takes to win the battle? Topics include board games, movies, music and so much more!

🏆 1st & 2nd Place Prizes!
📅 Sunday, July 27th
🕰️ 5PM
💰 $10 per team | max 4 people

☕ Come early for snacks and sips. Stay late for the bragging rights.