PARIS – The Oxford Hills Rotary and the Norway Paris Kiwanis clubs will hold the fifth annual “May Day, Play Day” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School to celebrate the children of the Oxford Hills. The event is free and open to the public. Activities will include games, a bike rodeo, clowns, horse-drawn wagon rides, whistle making and face painting. On display will be a LifeFlight helicopter, Army National Guard vehicles, a PACE Ambulance and race cars. Food will be available from the Rotary food trailer. The program is sponsored by local business and agencies.

‘Bird-a-Thon’

NORWAY – The Western Foothills Land Trust’s ninth annual Bird-a-Thon will be held to benefit the trust at 7 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Van Nest Farm at 265 Old Stage Road, Pikes Hill. The Land Trust oversees conservation easements on more than 300 acres of privately owned land in western Maine. Participants usually see about 50 species of birds, organizers said. Using both sight and sound, the event is an opportunity for birders of all levels to sharpen their skills at bird identification. Interested parties can become involved by making a pledge to a board member or by joining the walk. There is a $10 contribution per person for the walk, $15 per family. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and waterproof boots, and bring binoculars. Fresh baked goods, coffee and tea are traditionally served after the walk. For more information call Bob or Mary Van Nest at 743-8104.

Blood drive

MECHANIC FALLS – An American Red Cross blood drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the American Legion Hall, 49 Elm St. Donors must be at least 18 years old and in general good health. For an appointment or more information call 1-800-482-0743.