Events in Skowhegan today

This Advanced format Yu-Gi-Oh! event features a $6 entry fee, and each participant receives an OTS pack upon signing up. The number of Swiss rounds and the size of the top cut adjust based on attendance. For every player who enters, two packs are added to the prize pool, and prizes are awarded according to final standings after Swiss and the cut. Deck construction follows the current Forbidden and Limited Lists.

Casual commander play with a focus on lower powered decks. Players are arranged in groups of three to five, and the winner of each group receives a randomly selected promo. Most attendees bring lower power builds, so matches stay on the lighter side.

Created by the team behind The Simon and Garfunkel Story and The Life and Music of George Michael, The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience salutes the Piano Man with a concert of signature hits and the stories behind them. The show traces his rise from early days to worldwide acclaim, pairing carefully crafted live performances with vivid visuals and narrative moments that highlight how these songs have resonated across generations. Tickets are priced from $50 to $160 and are nonrefundable. This event is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund. The Billy Joel Legacy VIP Experience includes one ticket with seating in the first ten rows, a private 20 minute acoustic performance by the lead performer featuring songs not included in the main program, a meet and greet with a photo opportunity, and a limited edition VIP laminate and lanyard. The Billy Joel VIP Experience Upgrade offers the acoustic set, meet and greet, and collectible laminate and lanyard. It does not include a ticket and must be purchased in addition to regular admission. Quantities are limited.

The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association marks 50 years of the Common Ground Country Fair with a special poster exhibition, 50 Years of Common Ground, on view at Waterville Creates’ Ticonic Gallery + Studios. Bringing together decades of fair posters, the exhibition traces the growth of Maine’s organic movement and highlights enduring commitments to organic agriculture, food justice, environmental care, and the power of communities to shape healthier futures. Many of the featured artists are farmers, advocates, and craftspeople connected to MOFGA, giving the work a direct link to the values it represents. Even as new generations take part and environmental challenges shift, the collection shows a steady, shared vision of sustainable living through organic farming.

Kick up your heels at Winslow VFW with a welcoming country line dancing class led by instructor Jane Smith. Beginners and experienced dancers alike can learn a variety of popular steps in a relaxed, friendly setting. Sessions take place in the Banquet Hall and are open to everyone, with no partner required. Each class is self-contained, so feel free to drop in when it works for you and progress at your own pace. Admission is $5 per person, payable at the door, and capacity is limited to 50 participants. Drinks are available for purchase. The program runs as a 10-week series. A Country Hoedown is also planned, offering a chance to show off new moves and enjoy a community gathering for families and veterans.

Enjoy a day of Commander with two distinct ways to play. The first portion focuses on relaxed, lower powered games where decks must be tier 3 or below. Players are seated in pods of three to five, and each pod winner receives a randomly selected promo. After that, the Win a Card tournament switches to a competitive format where bringing your strongest deck is encouraged. Players again form pods of three to five, pod winners advance to face one another until a single champion is decided, and the overall winner earns a card from a prize pool. If multiple pods are formed, additional prizes will be added.

Enjoy a friendly Commander event centered on relaxed, low power play. Only decks at tier 3 or below are permitted to keep games casual and balanced. Participants will be seated in pods of three to five players, and pod winners receive a random promo.

Settle in for two Commander sessions that cater to different play styles. The first emphasizes relaxed, lower power games, with only tier 3 or lower decks allowed. Players are seated in pods of three to five, and the winner of each pod receives a random promo. The second session turns up the competition. Bring your strongest deck for a prize-focused showdown. Players are placed in pods of three to five, and each participant receives a pack at registration. Win your pod to collect three packs, then move on to new pods of two to five. The final winner or winners earn three more packs.