Events in Kennebec County today

This Women’s Network Luncheon features Sarah McNaughton, owner of Wicked Board Charcuterie, with a seasonal program on stress-free holiday hosting. She will share ways to create eye-catching food displays, plan ahead, and streamline preparations so gatherings feel easy and enjoyable. Attendees can expect practical tips to welcome family and friends with confidence. Whether preparing for a big celebration or an intimate get-together, the session offers fresh ideas to make the season more festive while keeping stress to a minimum.

Enjoy a Commander game with a focus on lower-power decks. Only tier 3 decks or below are allowed, and players are grouped into pods of three to five. Pod winners receive a random promo.

Play fast-paced Warhammer: The Old World games with an army of 500 to 750 points. Armies may include one character, costing no more than 25% of the total points, and must have at least two non-character units, excluding swarms and war beasts. Core units may make up 35% of the army, Special units up to 30%, and Rare or Mercenary units up to 25%. One “0-X per 1000” option is allowed.

Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can enjoy a short story time featuring stories, songs, and social activities in a format suited to preschoolers.

Set in Augusta, Maine, the Denim & Donors benefit offers hors d’oeuvres alongside live and silent auctions to support the Kennebec Valley YMCA. The event celebrates community and generosity and includes recognition of this year’s John Bridge Community Award recipient.

Children ages 3 to 7 can enjoy stories, songs, and activities alongside a parent or caregiver. The sessions explore topics such as recognizing and managing feelings, mindful breathing, and affirmations.

Héctor Nicolás Ramos Flores, a Colby College associate professor of Spanish and chair of Latin American Studies, will facilitate a conversation about Gamaliel Rodríguez’s Correctional Faith, featured in the exhibition “Imagining an Archipelago: Art from Cuba, Guam, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Their Diasporas.” The program uses slow looking, an approach that encourages patient, immersive attention to a work of art to discover personal connections and meaning.

Enjoy Commander games in two formats. The casual games are for decks at tier 3 or lower, with pods of 3 to 5 players. Pod winners receive a random promo. The competitive games are for players bringing their strongest decks. Players are placed in pods of 3 to 5, and each receives a pack for signing up. Pod winners receive 3 packs, then advance to another pod of 2 to 5 players for a chance to win 3 more packs.

BUILDING COMMUNITY showcases work created by students in UMA’s five-year Bachelor of Architecture program. The exhibition offers the community an opportunity to appreciate the students’ work and celebrate their achievements.

Caregivers and babies from birth to 18 months can enjoy an interactive session featuring songs, stories, and playful activities, followed by time for open play. The session supports early literacy and offers families a chance to connect while celebrating their little ones.

Enjoy the museum galleries through the sound of live music in this hour-long performance, part of a series featuring local and regional musicians curated by the Colby College Music Department. The program explores the expressive variety of Baroque trio sonatas, with works by Bach, Couperin, and Telemann showcasing contrasting national styles and emotional character. Performers are Nicole Rabata on Baroque flute; Michael Albert on recorder, Baroque oboe, and Baroque violin; Christina Edelen on harpsichord; and Fred Edelen on Baroque cello. Check-in is not required, and registration is appreciated. Museum staff and signage will direct attendees to the performance.

The gathering features several Magic: The Gathering formats throughout the day. Free Commander games are geared toward lower-power decks, with players grouped into pods of three to five. Pod winners receive a random promo. Standard Showdown and Modern use Swiss pairings, with prizes for top finishers; entry for each is $10, and the prize pool depends on attendance. Standard Showdown winners can choose a promo. The $10 competitive Commander event groups players into pods of three to five. Participants receive a pack, pod winners receive three packs, and pod winners advance to another round of pods for a chance to win three additional packs.

A Star Trek themed Magic prerelease at Game On offers an early look at the new set. Entry is $40 with early sign up and $45 afterward. Each participant receives a Prerelease Kit with six booster packs and a special promo card for deck construction. Build a minimum 40 card deck using only the cards you open, with basic lands available at the land station. Matches are one on one and best of three across four rounds, with prize support based on the number of players. Assemble a crew, choose a strategy, and see what your sealed pool can do.

United Dojos presents two weapons seminars featuring Kyoshi Brent J. Crisci, an 11-time world weapons champion. One session focuses on the bo staff, and the other covers the escrima/arnis stick. United Dojos members receive two hours of training, a custom certificate of completion, an Octagon of Weapons patch, and a bonus gift. The first five people to sign up for each session receive a free weapon.

Enjoy an evening of aerial movement, music, and playful exploration under black lights. Try accessible shapes, transitions, and gentle spins on aerial silks and lyra, with time to experiment, take photos, and enjoy moving in the air. No performance or perfection is expected. Beginners are welcome with guidance, and experienced aerialists can explore familiar skills and creative play. Wearing white or neon helps create the full black-light effect.

A full-day French immersion at the University of Maine at Augusta offers a completely French-speaking environment with small groups organized by proficiency, designed for intermediate and advanced speakers. Interactive workshops include crepe making, songs, games, art, and nature walks, along with cultural sessions focused on Francophone Africa, Québec, and Franco-Americans in New England. A featured workshop from the Alliance Française du Maine spotlights the Festival Champlain film festival. This gathering brings together high school and college students, French teachers, and community members on a university campus. Recommended preparation is at least two years of high school French or one year at the college level, and heritage or native speakers are welcome. Supportive instructors, handouts, and visual aids help participants stay engaged. Pricing is $90 for students and $125 for community members. An optional catered dinner the evening before is $40. Scholarships are available, and a FRE 202 college credit option is offered. Registration involves two steps, a form and payment, and the event often reaches capacity with a waitlist. Questions may be directed to Professor Chelsea Ray.

A family-friendly ceramic painting experience invites participants ages 5 and older to express their creativity and decorate unique pieces, whether for fun or to make a keepsake. The ticket price covers all painting materials and kiln firing, along with the choice of one regular-size item or two small items. Extra large ceramics are available for an additional $13. Inventory rotates regularly, so items featured in promotional photos may not be available at the event. Requests can be made, though availability is not guaranteed. Pricing is per participant.

Compete in an advanced Yu-Gi-Oh! tournament. Registration includes an OTS pack, and prize packs are added to the pool based on the number of players. The number of Swiss rounds and top cut will also depend on attendance, with prize support paid out according to standings.

Follow Spirit, a young stallion captured by a U.S. Cavalry squad, as he faces cruelty and kindness while striving to regain his freedom and save his herd. With help from a young Lakota brave and his mare Rain, Spirit holds on to his wild independence. This animated adventure combines hand-drawn and computer-generated animation and is suitable for adults and children. The film is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund for patrons 18 and under.

Play Commander in a pod of three to five people. Most players bring lower-power decks, making this a place for lower-level games. Pod winners receive a random promo.

Enjoy an evening of trivia, laughter, and friendly competition, with pizza and snacks available. The event is free and welcomes the whole family.

Celebrate the third season of the Ladies Acceleration Tour at a banquet with a 1920s theme. Attendees may embrace the era with flapper-inspired dresses, suits, hats, and pearls, or arrive in everyday attire. The occasion invites dressing up and time on the dance floor while recognizing a milestone season.

Enjoy Memphis-style barbecue, decadent cocktails, and great music at the Gin Mill, a setting for a night out.

Head to Viles Arboretum for a relaxed gathering with the ScrapDogs team and fellow compost enthusiasts. Chat about composting in Maine, learn what ScrapDogs is working on, and take part in a friendly celebration of soil-saving know-how. The team will be circulating throughout the event and will offer a short talk on the present and future of composting, followed by time for questions. Feel free to come and go, grab a snack, and wander the Arboretum grounds, which are open until sunset. The event is free and open to all. Every attendee receives one raffle ticket for a chance at prizes, including ScrapDogs merchandise and items from partner organizations, with additional tickets available for purchase on site. Bring a friend, your curiosity, and plenty of compost spirit.

Families are welcome to gather for self-led play, coloring, and socializing in the Youth Services program room, with toddler toys available. All ages are welcome, though the toys are best suited for infants and toddlers.

Bring a favorite knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, needlepoint, or other stitching project to this relaxed gathering for local crafters. Enjoy hot tea or cocoa, friendly conversation, and the chance to share ideas and expertise with fellow stitchers. All experience levels are welcome, and beginners can use some available supplies, including yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks. This is an informal gathering rather than a class with formal instruction.

Bring a book and spend a quiet reading session in a historic reading room as part of a group of fellow readers.

Practice Spanish in a welcoming social setting while chatting with other Spanish speakers. Coffee and snacks are provided, and the gathering is free and open to everyone.