RUMFORD – The American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 24 will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the post home on Congress Street.

Alzheimer meeting

RUMFORD – The monthly Alzheimer Support Group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, in the armory building at 85 Lincoln Ave. More information may be obtained by calling Donna at 364-3695.

Heart screening clinic offered

RUMFORD – The Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute will hold a community cardiovascular risk screening clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, at Hannaford Food & Drug. The institute’s van will be parked at the supermarket for walk-ins.

Registered nurse Donna Jordan will offer free blood pressure checks and ScoreKeeper Cardiac Risk Screening. Cholesterol testing will cost $10. The test is performed by Jordan, who is state certified, and takes only a few minutes with the specialized equipment in the van. Rachel Hill will also do free osteoporosis checks, which measure whether a person needs further screening through a doctor’s referral.

The ScoreKeeper assessment includes risk assessment consultation with Jordan, help with prioritizing lifestyle changes, heart healthy recommendations, and a heart healthy action plan. The wellness van will visit Hannaford Food & Drug again on Nov. 17.

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of nearly one million Americans every year. Individuals who understand their personal risk profile can better take control of their health and, therefore, guard against cardiovascular disease.

Class luncheon

RUMFORD – Stephens High School Class of 1945 luncheon will be held at 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 16, at the Penalty Box. Reservations may be made by calling Connie at 364-8785 or Muriel at 545-2709.

Lunch and Learn Seminar

RUMFORD – The next Business Lunch and Learn Seminar will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the River Valley Technology Center on 60 Lowell St., Rumford. The cost is $8 and includes lunch. Pre-registration is required and may be made by calling Beverly at 369-0396 or e-mailing [email protected]. The topic will be “Writing a Winning Proposal for a Maine Technology Institute Development Award,” and the seminar will be presented by Joseph Migliaccio, who is responsible for project management and technology evaluation for the MTI Development Award program. Attendees are asked to read the Development Award request for proposals, which is posted on the MTI site, www.mainetechnology.org.

Christmas in the Valley

RUMFORD – People are needed to serve on the committee to help organize the Christmas in the Valley parade. There will be a meeting at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 15, at the chamber office on Lowell Street. A theme for the annual parade will be decided.

Volunteers sought

RUMFORD – Volunteers are needed to help build the new garage at Black Mountain of Maine. People with building and carpentry skills are sought, as well as anyone wanting to help move materials, cut dimension lumber and pound nails. The project is expected to last through the fall season, and crew needs will vary from day to day. The crew leaders will not need the same volunteers all the time and would like to spread the workload. The old garage will be torn down to clear the area at the base of the ski slopes. The new 40-foot-by-100-foot garage on the lower side of the parking lot will house the grooming equipment, vehicles and mountain maintenance activities. Work schedules for the garage-raising will normally be half-day sessions from 8 a.m. until noon to minimize affecting family schedules. Occasionally, additional time may be needed. People interested in volunteering may call Dick Lovejoy at 364-2783 or e-mail him at [email protected], or call Paul Jones at 545-2671 or 562-7172.