An Interview with Shannon Haines, President and CEO of Waterville Creates!
Who does Waterville Creates! offer programs and resources to?
Waterville Creates! offers programming and resources for families in the Waterville area but are currently offering online resources for all of Maine.
What topics do the Waterville Creates educational resources cover?
We offer free art kits and creative, visual arts instruction that address artistic expression, creativity, painting, drawing, crafts, film and theater.
What do you love about your organization?
We work every day to inspire, educate, and entertain our community through the arts - I love that we can provide a little spark of creativity and joy during these challenging times.
What do you wish more people knew about the amazing work that Waterville Creates! does?
We are focused on accessibility for all (regardless of age, income, ability) to outstanding arts opportunities that range from film to theater to visual arts and more. The Waterville Opera House, Maine Film Center (including Railroad Square Cinema and the Maine International Film Festival), and Common Street Arts are all part of Waterville Creates!
How has Community Learning for ME helped Waterville Creates! ?
It allows us to reach people who might not know about our organization and to be part of a larger network. It is also inspiring to see all of the other activities that are available.
