Items submitted to Check it Out must be events that benefit nonprofit organizations and be open to the public. Submissions should be received at least seven days in advance of the event.

Farmington area

Farmington, Mondays through Aug. 28: Old Crow Community Band, 7:30 p.m., Meetinghouse Park. Free. Directed by Stan Harnden. If you play a band instrument, you’re invited to join the group.

Wilton, Wednesday, July 5: Walk a trail at Kineowatha Park as part of the summer reading program at Wilton Free Public Library. Meet at the library at 5:45 p.m, walk starts 6 p.m.

New Sharon, Thursdays, July 6, 13 and 20: “Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales,” 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library, preschool through sixth-grade. FMI: 779-1128.

Wilton, Thursday, July 6: Master Rob Goding reading and presentation on Tae Kwon Do, 6 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library. Part of the summer reading program.

Rangeley, Friday, July 7: Rangeley’s ACME Productions will hold auditions for Beauty and the Beast, noon to 2 p.m., Episcopal Church Undercroft. If you are interested and unable to attend, call Susan Hamilton at 864-3312.

Farmington, Friday, July 7: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 6 p.m., Franklin Memorial Hospital, Bass Room, 1 Hospital Drive.

Wilton, Friday, July 7: Scrapbooking, 1 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library. Bring pictures to create a scrapbook. Part of the summer reading program.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Firemen bottle drive and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fire Station. Donations accepted. Proceeds for rescue sled. FMI, drop off or pick up, 597-2404.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults, $7; children under 12, $5. Includes mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, peas, carrots, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, beverage and pie. Takeout available.

Farmington, Saturday, July 8: Public supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Trinity UMC. Menu: baked beans, casseroles, salads, biscuits and pies.

West Farmington, Saturday, July 8: Contradance with Kennebec Highlands String Band, 8 to 11 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street, Route 43. Free basics workshop, 7:30 p.m. $6 admission, $15 family max. FMI: 397-2241 or [email protected].

Jay, Saturday, July 8: John Newcomb scholarship run, VFW, Jewell Street. $10 a person, includes dinner and dance. Motorcycles and autos will leave VFW at 11 a.m. and will ride to Naples, with a stop at Bray’s Brew Pub, then to Bethel with a stop at Sunday River, back to VFW for dinner. Dance at 8 p.m. Music by ForeFront. FMI: 240-3767 or 897-5112.

Livermore, Sunday, July 9: Music in the Meetinghouse, 9:10 a.m., North Livermore Baptist Church. “The Mardens and The Lymens” country/bluegrass/gospel. FMI: 897-3165 or www.northlivermorebaptist.com.

Wilton, Wednesday, July 12: New Life Drama Company performs, 6:30 p.m., Calvary Hill Baptist Church. Fun, exciting and powerful skits.

Oquossoc, Thursday, July 13: Strawberry Festival, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., town park. Sponsored by Rangeley Region Guides’ and Sportsmen’s Association. Vendors, Bob Daviau’s famous grilled sausages, hot dogs, hamburgers, cold drinks. Live music provided by Mary Ukelady. Home-baked goods, strawberry basket raffle, strawberry shortcakes with real whipped cream.

Oquossoc, Thursday, July 13: Yard sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the firehouse. Sponsored by Rangeley Region Guides’ and Sportsmen’s Association. Benefits RRG & S ongoing projects for area youth.

Turner, Friday, July 14: North Turner Church, “Welcome Back” to summer friends at Bear Pond from 5 to 7 p.m. Casseroles, homemade bread, desserts. Free will donations.

Dixfield, Friday, July 28: Baked bean and casserole supper to benefit Anita (Harvel) Altmaier, 5 to 7 p.m., East Dixfield Fire Station. Donations accepted. Proceeds help defray recent medical expenses.

Rangeley, Thursday, July 20: Summer fair and luncheon, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Undercroft, Main Street. Features homemade crafts and knitwear, what-not selection, baked treats, cookie walk. Lunch menu includes fish chowder, crabmeat rolls, hot dogs, sauerkraut, cold plate, lemon meringue, fruit pies and chocolate whip. Hosted by the Good Shepherd Church women.

Rangeley, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 11 and 12: Rangeley’s Pieceful Pines Quilters annual quilt show, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Congregational Church and Barn.

Turner, Saturday, Sept. 2: Annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Goodwin Well and Water on Route 4. There will be snacks and drinks for sale during the event.

Oxford Hills area

Gorham, N.H.,Wednesday, July 5: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “Skins and Skulls”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. A hands-on way to learn about the biology of our native wildlife. Presented by Conservation Educator Clare Long. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Oxford, Wednesday, July 5: American Red Cross blood drive, 2 to 7 p.m., American Legion Post 112, King Street, Route 121, south.

Paris, Wednesday, July 5: Moore Park Summer Entertainment Series presents The Bel Airs, 6 to 8 p.m., at Moore Park. In case of rain event will be held at the Paris fire hall, Western Ave. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. FMI: 743-2501.

West Paris, Wednesday, July 5: Summer reading program, Animal Tales, for elementary school children, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Little Castle Library. FMI: 674-2004.

Paris, Thursday, July 6: Preschool story and craft time, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 743-6994.

Norway, Friday, July 7: First Fridays, work by Lajos Matolcsy, 6 to 9 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5309.

Norway, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, July 7, 8, 9: Norway summer festival. Events include library programs, sidewalk art show, 5K run and fun walk, music, food and bake sales and more.

Paris, Friday and Saturday, July 7 and 8: Live auction, 5:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. To donate items call 744-0204.

Paris, Friday, July 7: Art in the Barn opening night, 5 to 8 p.m., McLaughlin Foundation Garden, 97 Main St. FMI: 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Bethel, Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9: Gem, Mineral and Jewelry festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; Crescent Park School, Crescent Lane. Museum quality displays, mineral booth, guided field trips to local mines, hourly door prizes and a grand prize drawn at the end of the show. Mineral swap Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Crescent Park School parking lot. FMI: 743-8729.

Bridgton, Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9: Chickadee Quilt Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Stevens Brook Elementary School. Donations at the door, $5. Food available. FMI: Jean Simoneau, 807-2964.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Firemen bottle drive and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fire Station. Donations accepted. Proceeds for rescue sled. FMI, drop off or pick up, 597-2404.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults, $7; children under 12, $5. Includes mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, peas, carrots, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, beverage and pie. Takeout available.

Hebron, Saturday, July 8: The Hebron Community Church Outreach (HCCO) will hold a Strawberry Festival and Yard Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Hebron Community Baptist Church. There will be everything strawberry–pies, shortcake, jams, and jellies, as well as baked beans to go. FMI: call Marion Hall at 966-2663.

Lovell, Saturday, July 8: Bake sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lovell United Church of Christ, Route 5, Center Lovell. To benefit mission projects.

Norway, Saturday, July 8: Finnish-American Heritage Society bake sale, 8 a.m. to noon, in front of Dow’s Law office, in conjunction with the Norway Sidewalk Art Festival. Sale will be held in the basement of the Second Congregation Church in case of inclement weather.

Norway, Saturday, July 8: Quilt show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Second Congregational Church UCC, 205 Main Street. Admission $5. FMI: Beth 743-7297, [email protected]; church office, 9 to noon, Monday to Friday, 743-2290.

Norway, Saturday, July 8: Lobster roll luncheon, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Second Congregational Church UCC, 205 Main Street. Eat in or takeout available. Rain or shine. Menu: clear meat lobster roll, chips, watermelon, beverage and dessert. $9.

Norway, Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9: Giant yard sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., L.M. Longley warehouse, Lake Road. Held by Norway-Paris Fish & Game Association. Hunting, fishing, camping equipment, and misc. items. Contact Leon Truman at 743-5187 to donate items.

Oxford, Saturday, July 8: Public supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Oxford Grange, Route 26. Menu: chicken and gravy with biscuit topping and strawberry shortcake. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50.

Oxford, Saturday, July 8: Flea market, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oxford County Fairgrounds, Route 26. Buyers/sellers wanted. Inside and outside spaces. FMI: 743-8422.

South Paris, Saturday, July 8: Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club annual ice cream social dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. John Thompson calling the square dancing, Mark Ward cueing round dancing. Casual dress. Refreshments at intermission. Non-dancers welcome to watch. FMI: Sue Corning, 743-7176; Eleanor Herrick, 782-4050.

Waterford, Saturday, July 8: Vocal Solution, 7:30 p.m., Waterford Congregational Church, foot of Plummer Hill Road, off Routes 35 and 37. Doors open at 7 p.m.; tickets available at the door for a suggested donation of $10. Fundraiser for the Waterford Congregational Church.

Bethel, Sunday, July 9: Mountain Streams Music perform Celtic tunes, 4 p.m., Bandstand on the Common. Rain site is Bingham Hall, Church Street.

Oxford, Sunday, July 9: Free clothing every Sunday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center, Oxford Seventh-day Adventist Church, Fore Street. Clean, like-new clothing donations accepted during these hours. Vegetarian foods available for purchase. FMI: 743-6673.

Paris, Sunday, July 9: Kiwanis annual pancake breakfast, 7 to 11 a.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. All you can eat. Adults, $6; children 12 and under, $3.

Sumner, Sunday, July 9: Lecture on growing small fruits and berries with author, lecturer and gardener Mark Silber, 2 p.m., Hedgehog Hill Farm. Free. FMI: 388-2341, e-mail [email protected], or visit www.hedgehoghillfarm.com.

West Paris, Sunday, July 9: Dana and Friends will present a ventriloquism and variety show, 7 p.m., West Paris Baptist Church. Free admission.

Sumner, Monday through Friday, July 10 through 14: Vacation Bible school, 9 a.m. to noon, Friday program, 6:30 p.m., Congregational Church of East Sumner. Children ages 4 through teen are invited to attend. Theme is “Treasure Seekers” and will include dig sites, a mission tent, snack tent, crafts, songs and stories. FMI: Diana 388-2967.

West Paris, Monday through Friday, July 10 to 14: Vacation Bible school, 9 a.m. to noon, West Paris Baptist Church. Closing program will be held at 7 p.m. Friday.

Bryant Pond, Tuesday, July 11: Story and craft hour for children ages 4 and up, 10 to 11 a.m., Whitman Memorial Library. FMI: 674-2143.

Casco, Wednesday, July 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 7 p.m., Casco Fire and Rescue, Route 121.

Gorham, N.H.,Wednesday, July 12: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “What’s that oversized puddle in my backyard?”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. Presented by Conservation Educator Susan Spruce-Eland. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Harrison, Wednesday through Saturday, July 12-15: Old Home Days. Fireworks, nightly entertainment, parades, rides, raffles and more. FMI: 583-4420 or 583-6550.

Paris, Wednesday, July 12: Moore Park Summer Entertainment Series presents Bob Nixon Magic, 10 a.m. to noon, at Moore Park. In case of rain event will be held at the Paris fire hall, Western Ave. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free admission. FMI: 743-2501.

Paris, Wednesday, July 12: Moore Park Summer Entertainment Series presents The Delta Knights, 6 to 8 p.m., at Moore Park. In case of rain event will be held at the Paris fire hall, Western Ave. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free admission. FMI: 743-2501.

West Paris, Wednesday, July 12: Summer reading program, Animal Tales, for elementary school children, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Little Castle Library. FMI: 674-2004.

Norway, Thursday, July 13: Adult summer reading program discussion on “Letters From Yellowstone” by Diane Smith, 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5309.

Paris, Thursday, July 13: Story time for preschool children, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 743-6994.

Bethel, Friday, July 14: Summer sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., West Bethel Union Church. Rain date Saturday, July 15. Crafts and white elephants.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Mollyockett Day, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., on the common. Includes parade, art and crafts, food, races, entertainment, frog jumping, fiddlers contest, fireworks. FMI: 824-3575.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Old time fiddlers contest as part of Mollyockett Day, 5:30 p.m. on the common. Registration at 4:30 p.m. Free to the public, cash prizes for contestants. FMI: 824-3575.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Annual Telstar High School car show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Telstar High School. Trophies for the top three in each class, also for best paint, best engine, best of show and Telstar alumni. Admission for each vehicle, $5, includes driver and one passenger. Voting until 12:30 p.m. Food, music, vendors, door prizes, 50/50 and more. Spectators: adults, $2; students, $1. FMI: 824-2328, 824-2029, 824-2288.

Bolster’s Mills, Saturday, July 15: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., United Methodist Church. Menu includes potato, vegetable, dessert and beverage. Adults, $7; under 12, $3. Sale of supper tickets begins at 4 p.m. Reservations the day of the supper, 9 a.m. to noon. FMI: 583-9024.

Gorham, N.H., Wednesday, July 19: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “Fire in the Forest”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. Is fire in the forest a friend or a threat? Find out what’s up with smoke and fire in the White Mountains; hear tales of a firefighter; play with the gear she packs along. Presented by Fire Management Planner Erin Small. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

South Paris, Wednesday, July 19: Elizabeth’s Country Drifters featuring Lolalee, 6 to 8 p.m., Moore Park. Bring lawn chair, picnic lunch. Rain location: new South Paris Fire Station, Western Ave.

Bethel, Saturday, July 22: Public supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., West Bethel Union Church. Adults, $6; children under 12, $3.

Paris, Saturday, July 22: The Garden Illuminated Evening Event (rain date July 29), 7 to 9 p.m., McLaughlin Foundation Garden, 97 Main St. FMI: 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Mechanic Falls, Friday, July 28: Elizabeth Country Drifters, 8 p.m. to midnight, Silver Spur.

Paris, Sunday, July 30: Fairy Houses, 1 p.m., McLaughlin Foundation Garden, 97 Main St. FMI: 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Paris, Friday, Aug. 4: Art in the Barn opening night, 5 to 8 p.m., McLaughlin Foundation Garden, 97 Main St. FMI: 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

River Valley area

Gorham, N.H., Wednesday, July 5: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “Skins and Skulls”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. A hands-on way to learn about the biology of our native wildlife. Presented by Conservation Educator Clare Long. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Bethel, Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9: Gem, Mineral and Jewelry festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; Crescent Park School, Crescent Lane. Museum quality displays, mineral booth, guided field trips to local mines, hourly door prizes and a grand prize drawn at the end of the show. Mineral swap Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Crescent Park School parking lot. FMI: 743-8729.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults, $7; children under 12, $5. Includes mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, peas, carrots, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, beverage and pie. Takeout available.

Canton, Saturday, July 8: Firemen bottle drive and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fire Station. Donations accepted. Proceeds for rescue sled. FMI, drop off or pick up, 597-2404.

Dixfield, Saturday, July 8: Strawberry festival, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. Breakfast of pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee from 8 to 10:30 a.m., $4; lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., menu will be announced. Baked goods, second hand table, raffles, strawberry shortcake and more.

Mexico, Saturday, July 8: Strawberry sale, 9 to 11 a.m., “The Green Church.” FMI or reservations for berries to be picked up that morning, 364-8603.

Bethel, Sunday, July 9: Mountain Streams Music perform Celtic tunes, 4 p.m., Bandstand on the Common. Rain site is Bingham Hall, Church Street.

Lovell, Sunday, July 9: Annual Lovell Antique show and sale, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Kimball Stanford House, Route 5. Held by the Lovell Historical Society. Admission $3 or early buyers 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., admission $5. Free verbal appraisals on site for two items, raffle includes prize antiques; food and beverages available. FMI: 925-2251.

Gorham, N.H.,Wednesday, July 12: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “What’s that oversized puddle in my backyard?”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. Presented by Conservation Educator Susan Spruce-Eland. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Bethel, Friday, July 14: Summer sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., West Bethel Union Church. Rain date Saturday, July 15. Crafts and white elephants.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Annual Telstar High School car show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Telstar High School. Trophies for the top three in each class, also for best paint, best engine, best of show and Telstar alumni. Admission for each vehicle, $5, includes driver and one passenger. Voting until 12:30 p.m. Food, music, vendors, door prizes, 50/50 and more. Spectators: adults, $2; students, $1. FMI: 824-2328, 824-2029, 824-2288.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Mollyockett Day, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., on the common. Includes parade, art and crafts, food, races, entertainment, frog jumping, fiddlers contest, fireworks. FMI: 824-3575.

Bethel, Saturday, July 15: Old time fiddlers contest as part of Mollyockett Day, 5:30 p.m. on the common. Registration at 4:30 p.m. Free to the public, cash prizes for contestants. FMI: 824-3575.

Gorham, N.H., Wednesday, July 19: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “Fire in the Forest”, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, 11 miles south of Gorham. Is fire in the forest a friend or a threat? Find out what’s up with smoke and fire in the White Mountains; hear tales of a firefighter; play with the gear she packs along. Presented by Fire Management Planner Erin Small. Free and open to the public. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Bethel, Saturday, July 22: Public supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., West Bethel Union Church. Adults, $6; children under 12, $3.

Dixfield, Friday, July 28: Baked bean and casserole supper to benefit Anita (Harvel) Altmaier, 5 to 7 p.m., East Dixfield Fire Station. Donations accepted. Proceeds help defray recent medical expenses.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Wednesday, July 5: Auburn Community Band, “An Evening of Patriotic Music,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunity band.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 5: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Fountain Park; rain location, Franco-American Heritage Center. Cenedl and Dave Rowe Trio (Celtic and traditional folk). FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 5: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 6: Conjuring Carroll Magic Show, 10 a.m., Public Library. Ages 3 to 12.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 6: National Geographic Movie, 2 p.m., Public Library. Ages 5 to 12.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 6: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Courthouse Plaza; rain date Friday. Douce (Cajun). FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Lewiston, Friday, July 7: Pre-school storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Lisbon Falls, Friday, July 7: Public turkey dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Masonic Hall, Oak St. Donations: adults $8; or two for $15. Children under 12, $4; preschool, Free. Sponsored by Pioneer Chapter 11, Order of the Eastern Star.

Auburn, Saturday, July 8: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Hoodwinked” (PG). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Casco, Saturday, July 8: Annual Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Casco Village Church on Route 121 in Casco Village, with a rain date of July 15. Coffee, cold drinks, hot dogs and baked goods will be available to keep your energy up while you browse. A limited number of spaces are available for vendors at $20 per table. To reserve a table, contact the church office at 627-4282.

Gray, Saturday, July 8: Gray Fire-Rescue Department 125th anniversary parade and festival, 2 p.m. Parades, kids games and rides, antique fire truck show, fire-fighting demonstrations, historical exhibits, live entertainment, hot air balloon launches, an evening block party dance. Free admission.

Topsham, Saturday, July 8: Art Show to be held at the Topsham Fair Mall on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.

Lewiston, Sunday, July 9: Summer reading, week 4, “The Parrot” Public Library; FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4

Lewiston, Monday, July 10: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Tuesday, July 11: Festival Plaza Tuesday Night Concerts (weather permitting) 7 p.m., at the Festival Plaza on Main St., The Colwell Brothers (Rhythm and Blues). FMI: call 784-0191.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, July 12: Auburn Community Band, “Music of Famous Composers,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Casco, Wednesday, July 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 7 p.m., Casco Fire and Rescue, Route 121.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 12: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 13: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: fourth level of Canal Street garage.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 13: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Courthouse Plaza; rain date Friday. Half Moon Jug Band (folk and pop with attitude). FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Lewiston, Friday, July 14: Pre-school storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Turner, Friday, July 14: North Turner Church, “Welcome Back” to summer friends at Bear Pond from 5 to 7 p.m. Casseroles, homemade bread, desserts. Free will donations.

Auburn, Saturday, July 15: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit” (G). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

New Gloucester, Saturday, July 15: 20th annual Shaker Village concert, 7 p.m., Shaker Meetinghouse, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Portland String Quartet will perform classical music; $10; reservations required. Benefits Shaker Library. Sponsors: Curry Printing, LARK Society, Cook’s Hardware, Pine Tree Networks, Hartford Agency, Downeast Energy. FMI: 926-4597 or [email protected].

Lewiston, Sunday, July 16: Summer reading, week 5, “The Cat” Public Library; FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4

Lewiston, Monday, July 17: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Tuesday, July 18: Festival Plaza Tuesday Night Concerts (weather permitting) 7 p.m., at the Festival Plaza on Main St., The Debbie Myers Show (Country Singer). FMI: call 784-0191.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 18: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, July 19: Auburn Community Band, “It’s Show Time!,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 19: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 20: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: fourth level of Canal Street garage.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 20: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Courthouse Plaza; rain date Friday. Simon Apple (pop rock). FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Lewiston, Friday, July 21: Pre-school storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Auburn, Saturday, July 22: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Yours, Mine and Ours” (PG). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

New Gloucester, Saturday, July 22: Flea market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Amvets Post 6, Route 100. Sponsored by Auxiliary. Tables, $10. Reserve by July 18. FMI or to reserve a table: Joyce Wotherspoon, 926-4693, Joyce Hamilton, 926-4079.

Lewiston, Sunday, July 23: Summer reading, week 6, “The Hamster” Public Library; FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4

Lewiston, Monday, July 24: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Tuesday, July 25: Festival Plaza Tuesday Night Concerts (weather permitting) 7 p.m., at the Festival Plaza on Main St., Delta Knights (Rhythm and Blues, Classic Rock, Swing and Blues). FMI: call 784-0191.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 25: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, July 26: Auburn Community Band, “Famous Groups and People,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 26: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 27: Chewonki Animal Shows, Public Library. Amazing Reptiles, 9:30 a.m., ages 3 to 10; Owls of Maine, 11 a.m., ages 5 to 10. Lewiston, Thursday, July 27: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: fourth level of Canal Street garage.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 27: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Courthouse Plaza; rain date Friday. Para La Gente (Latin salsa). FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Lewiston, Friday, July 28: Pre-school storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Lewiston, Friday, July 28: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Fountain Park; rain location, Franco-American Heritage Center. Singer/songwriter Martin Swinger. FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Auburn, Saturday, July 29: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Nannie McFee” (PG). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Poland, through Saturday, July 29: Miss Nettie Ricker Art Gallery hosts “The All in the Family” art show, Tuesday thru Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon, Maine State Building in Poland Spring. Watercolors, quilts, photography, wood carvings, primitive furniture. FMI: 998-4142.

Lewiston, Sunday, July 30: Summer reading, week 7, “The Crab” Public Library; FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4

Lewiston, Monday, July 31: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Tuesday, August 1: Festival Plaza Tuesday Night Concerts (weather permitting) 7 p.m., at the Festival Plaza on Main St., The tone Kings (Blues, Rhythm and Blue, Soul and Funk). FMI: call 784-0191.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 2: Auburn Community Band, “America’s Favorite Songs,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Aug. 2: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 3: L/A Arts Music in the Parks, noon, Festival Plaza. FMI: [email protected]; www.laarts.org.

Auburn, Saturday, August 5: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Edward Scissorshands” (PG-13). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 7: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 8: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 9: Auburn Community Band, “Big Band and Dance Music,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Aug. 9: Lewiston Public Library computer lab open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m. Staffed by high school student volunteers. Sessions are free, no pre-registration is required.

Cumberland, Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 10 to 13: Cumberland Craft Show; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Cumberland Fairgrounds, 169 Blanchard Road. Presented by United Maine Craftsmen. 300 artisans. Rain or shine. FMI: 207-621-2818 or visit www.unitedmainecraftsmen.com.

Auburn, Saturday, August 12: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “The Incredibles” (PG). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 14: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 15: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 16: Auburn Community Band, “Take Two,” 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Auburn, Saturday, August 18 – 20 City of Auburn’s 12th Annual Great Falls Balloon Festival.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 21: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 22: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 23: Auburn Community Band, “Greatest Hits” from past 25 summer seasons, 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, weather permitting. FMI: www.auburncommunityband.org.

Auburn, Saturday, August 26: City of Auburn’s Festival Plaza, at the Movies beginning at dusk, (weather permitting), “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” (PG). Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 28: Bookin’ It with Babies, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 29: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library.

Turner, Saturday, September 2: Annual Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Goodwin Well and Water on Route 4. There will be snacks and drinks for sale during the event.

Poland, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 15 and 16: Second annual quilt retreat, Poland Spring Resort, hosted by the Poland Spring Preservation Society. Froncie Quinn is coming from Vermont to share her talent and knowledge at a workshop. Workshops, vendors, yard sale. FMI or reservations: 998-4142.