Joy to the Ville
Embrace the holiday and winter spirit at the eighth annual Joy to the Ville community celebration! Join Waterville Creates, the Colby College Museum of Art, the Waterville Public Library, and the Children’s Discovery Museum as we celebrate the magic of the season with movies, art-making, play, and more! Free food and holiday treats to enjoy while supplies last.
Festivities include:
At Greene Block + Studios, 18 Main Street:
9:30am Waterville Moves: Caregiver + Child
This shorter 45 minute program is for parents with children 6 and under. This class is designed specifically for parents to move alongside and with their child.
10:30am Waterville Moves: Intergenerational
This hour long intergenerational dance class is for people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. No formal dance experience is necessary. The class moves from solo movement practices to working with others to whole group creative processes. This class is designed for all ages and abilities. Classes are free and open to all: no experience with dance needed. (ages 5-105 welcome!)
At the Paul J. Schupf Art Center:
10am Polar Express at the Maine Film Center. Reserve free tickets here!
10am 3D Printed Lithophanes
Turn a cherished personal photo into a stunning 3D-printed lithophane—an image that comes to life when illuminated from behind. Once crafted from porcelain in the 1800s, this timeless art form now gets a modern, high-tech twist with 3D printing. Create a truly unique keepsake or one-of-a-kind gift. Register here!
11-2pm Recycled Book Buttons
Make a custom pin-back button! You can make mini collages, pick a single image, or draw your own! This event is free and open to all ages.
12-3pm Felted Garlands in The Hub with Colby College Museum of Art + Waterville Creates
12-3pm Book sales with Colby College Museum of Art
12-4pm Kringleville with the Children’s Discovery Museum
Visit with Santa in Castonguay Square!
1–3pm Glass Blowing demonstrations with artists Johnathan Railo + friends
At Waterville Public Library, 73 Elm Street:
10am- 3pm Hot cocoa + Stickers
Stop by the library during open hours to grab a cocoa and a free sticker.
Thank you to our sponsors Kennebec Savings Bank, Central Maine Newspapers, the City of Waterville, Back Office Solutions, Allen Insurance, and PRO Moving Service.