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, Sundays through Thursdays, through July 27: Maine Jazz Camp faculty concerts, free and open to the public. 8 p.m., Roberts Learning Center, room 131 at UMF. Featuring respected and lively jazz musicians from New York and Boston. FMI: 778-7758.

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.

Farmington, Monday, July 24: Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival gives a performance at 7:30 p.m. in Nordica Auditorium at UMF. Adults, $8; seniors, $7; children under 16, free. Tickets at the door. FMI: 645-2157.

Farmington, Tuesday, July 25: Book signing and birthday party for local author Henry Braun of Weld, 7 p.m., Devaney Doak & Garrett Booksellers on Broadway. FMI: DDG Booksellers at 778-3454 or e-mail: [email protected]

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, July 25: Barry Wood Band, 6 to 8 p.m., in the gazebo.

Livermore, Wednesday, July 26: One hour learning adventures into the past, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, 290 Livermore Road. Adults, $5; children, $3. Advanced reservations are requested. FMI: 897-4366 or e-mail [email protected].

Livermore Falls, Thursday, July 27: Richard Moreau Band, 6 to 8 p.m., in the gazebo.

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.

Farmington, Friday, July 28: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Famous Lobster Roll Lunch, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., delivered free in the Farmington area. Menu: clear meat lobster roll, chips, homemade brownies and a beverage. FMI: 645-2639 to pre-order lunches and beverage preference.

Farmington, Saturday, July 29: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Famous Lobster Roll Lunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Meetinghouse Park as part of Farmington’s Strawberry Festival.

New Sharon, Saturday, July 29: Baked bean/casserole supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., New Sharon United Methodist Church annex. Menu: chop suey, coleslaw, salads, hot rolls, homemade pies and more. Sponsored by the Women’s Society – benefits mission work of the church.

Rangeley, Saturday, July 29: Ducks Unlimited will host a fundraising event at The Clubhouse from 5:30 p.m. until the end of the night. Silent auction with more than 200 items, raffle prizes. Dinner included in ticket price of $75 per couple and a year membership to Ducks Unlimited. FMI: 864-5115 or 864-2000 or The Clubhouse 864-9955.

Oxford Hills area

Bridgton, Tuesday, July 25: American Red Cross bus blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Howell Laboratories Inc., Route 117.

Bryant Pond, Tuesday, July 25: Story and craft hour for children age 4 and up, 10 a.m., Whitman Memorial Library. FMI: 674-2143.

Hebron, Tuesday, July 25: Program on the Rev. John Tripp, 7 p.m., Hebron Community Baptist Church. Sponsored by Hebron Historical Society. Doug Cooper will share his findings on first minister and co-founder of Hebron Academy the Rev. John Tripp. Public is invited.

North Waterford, Tuesday, July 25: Public supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., North Wateford Congregational Church, Five Kezars Road. Menu: baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverage and strawberry shortcake. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50.

Gorham, N.H.,Wednesday, July 26: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series presents “Moose – The Monarch of the North Woods,” 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16. Presented by Conservation Educator Chris Bishop. FMI: Androscoggin Ranger Station 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or Appalachian Mountain Club 603-466-2721.

Paris,Wednesday, July 26: Mad Science, 10 a.m. to noon, Moore Park. In case of rain, event will be held at the Paris fire hall, Western Avenue. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free admission. FMI: 743-2501.

Paris, Wednesday, July 26: The Parisians will perform, 6 to 8 p.m., in the gazebo at Moore Park. In case of rain, event will be held at the Paris fire hall, Western Avenue. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Free admission. FMI: 743-2501.

Bridgton, Thursday through Saturday, July 27-29: Lake Region Community Theatre presents Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit, 7:30 p.m., including 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Bridgton Academy in the Chapel. Tickets are available at Hayes True Value, Bridgton; Krainin Real Estate, Naples; Books-N-Things, Oxford Plaza; Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, Bridgton and the Casco Library. FMI: 583-6356 or lrctme.org.

Lovell, Thursday, July 27: “Luomukanteleet,” 7:30 p.m., Brick Church for the Performing Arts. The Luomukanteleet group, made up of young musicians between the ages of 7 and 20 years utilizing the Kantele, the national instrument of Finland. Admission: $10 donation. FMI: Roberta Chandler, 925-2792.

Paris, Thursday, July 27: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 743-6994.

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

Oxford, Friday, July 28: “The New Life Drama Team” from Tennessee, 7:15 to 8 p.m., His Place Teen Center, 254 Webber Brook Road. Barbecue, 6 to 7 p.m. Free-will offering accepted. Teen Church will follow, 9:15, for those who want to stay. FMI: Bert Rugg, 743-9503 or 890-8032.

Paris, Friday, July 28: Art Moves Dance Company and Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School auditorium. $10 in advance at Pick-A-Lily and Books n Things in Norway. $12 at the door. FMI: www.artmovesdance.com or Debi 743-5569.

Paris, Friday, July 28: Baked bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church. Menu: baked beans, casseroles, salads, hot dogs, brown bread, homemade rolls and homemade pies. Adults, $6; children under 12, $3. Sponsored by Ladies Circle for the Fuel Fund.

Bethel, Saturday, July 29: Yankee Brass Concert, 6:30 p.m., on the lawn of the Dr. Moses Mason House, weather permitting or at the rain location, the West Parish Congregational Church. Sponsored by the Bethel Historical Society.

Naples, Saturday, July 29: 2nd Annual Art at the Lake Art Exhibit and Sale, Augustus Bove House lawn, corner of Routes 302 and 114. Benefits Naples Public Library. Rain date: July 30. Sponsored by Monday Morning Art Group. FMI: Andrea Dacko, 787-3726.

Paris, Saturday, July 29: Stina Josephson fundraiser, former owner of Petal Pushers, Norway, Chinese auction, doors open at 5 p.m.; set up noon to 4 p.m., at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School cafeteria. To make donations or FMI: Deborah, 743-7011.

South Paris, Saturday, July 29: Book sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Paris Public Library. Donations welcome. FMI: 743-6994.

Poland, Saturday, Aug. 5: Thompson Lake Environmental Association Annual Meeting, Camp Fernwood.

River Valley area

Carthage, Monday through Friday, July 24 to 28: Vacation Bible School Fiesta, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Carthage Seventh-Day Adventist Church on Route 142. Stories, games crafts, and lunch provided daily.

Rumford, Monday, July 24: Family Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. features the original version of the movie, “The Incredible Journey,” shown on big screen at the Rumford Public Library. Donations welcome. Hosted by the River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition and the Rumford Public Library. FMI: 364-7408.

Bethel, Tuesday, July 25: An informative and provocative look at the history of theater, “All the World’s a Stage and I’m the Director,” from an expert in the field, Mel Howard, Ph.D., from Portland, at 7:30 p.m. at Gould Academy’s Trustees Auditorium, Science Building. Free admission. Sponsored by Western Mountains Senior College with the Maine Performing Arts Festival.

Carthage, Thursday, July 27: “Two Old Friends” will perform a program of music from the British Isles, songs from Appalachia and music from the days of American sailing ships at 7:30 p.m. at New England Celtic Arts at the Skye Theater at 2 Highland Drive. Tickets $10 at the door. All tickets by reservation. FMI: 562-4445 or www.necelticarts.com.

Mexico, Thursday through Sunday, July 27 to 30: Moontide Water Festival behind the town office on Route 2. Midway by Cushing Amusements.

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.

Peru, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, July 28, 29, 30: Christmas in July at Worthley Pond. See decorations provided by lake campers/homeowners participating in a decorating contest. Decorations up all three days with judging done Saturday at dusk. FMI: Dave at 562-4611.

Bethel, Saturday, July 29: Yankee Brass Concert, 6:30 p.m., on the lawn of the Dr. Moses Mason House, weather permitting or at the rain location, the West Parish Congregational Church. Sponsored by the Bethel Historical Society.

Rumford, Saturday, July 29: The duo, Good Stuff, featuring Tony and Tricia will perform from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Snowshoe Club.

Andover, Saturday, Aug. 5: Andover Service Circle’s second annual Andover Olde Home Days road race, 8 a.m. Preregistration $10 or day of race, $12; 1-mile open run $5; 1-mile walk $5. Register 7 a.m. Aug. 5 at Andover Elementary School; or preregister and get a t-shirt by contacting A.M. Mahar at 364-3180 or B. Bailey at 392-1475.

Lewiston area

Lewiston, Monday, July 24: Make your own composting worm bins from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Franklin Pasture Community Garden, on the corner of Jefferson and Birch streets between Lewiston High School and the Multi-Purpose Center, off the bike path. Look for signs. FMI: Bridgette Bartlett, 753-6944, or [email protected].

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

Auburn, Tuesday, July 25: Festival Plaza Tuesday night concerts, 7 p.m., at Festival Plaza on Main Street, Delta Knights. FMI: 784-0191.

Greene, Wednesday, July 25: The Greene Lions are having a blood drive at the Meadows Senior Living Center on Route 202, from 1 to 6 p.m.

Hebron, Tuesday, July 25: Program on Rev. John Tripp, 7 p.m., Hebron Community Baptist Church. Sponsored by Hebron Historical Society. Doug Cooper will share his findings on first minister and co-founder of Hebron Academy the Rev. John Tripp. Public is invited.

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

Winthrop, Tuesday, July 25: Wayne from Maine will perform, 2 p.m., Norcross Point. Sponsored by Friends of Charles M. Bailey Public Library. FMI: www.waynefrommaine.com or 800-414-6845.

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.

Brunswick, Wednesday, July 26: Bowdoin International Music Festival, Upbeat! Concert; 7:30 p.m., Crooker Theater, Brunswick High School, 116 Maquoit Road. Adults, $20; students, $5; children, free with an adult. Tracy Silverman, a classically-trained virtuoso violinist, will perform on the 6-string electric violin. FMI: 725-3895 or www.bowdoinfestival.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 preregistration required.

Auburn, Thursday, July 27: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

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: Polka party, with the King Pirogi Polka Band, featuring fox-trots, waltzes, swing and Latin as well as classic polka tunes, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Lewiston Public Library’s, Callahan Hall. Admission: $2. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 200.

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] or www.laarts.org.

Topsham, Thursday, July 27: “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” musical comedy with songs by Stephen Sondheim. Performed by Midcoast Youth Theater’s teen summer company. Mt. Ararat High School, Eagle’s Way (off Route 201), Topsham. Tickets at the door ($10 adults, $8 seniors and students). 7 p.m. FMI: 751-2619.

Augusta, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, July 28, 29, 30: Pine Tree Quilters Guild annual quilt show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Augusta Civic Center. Benefits Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence. Lectures, free demonstrations, vendors from across Maine and the U.S. Workshops with nationally acclaimed instructors. Appraisals of antique, vintage and contemporary quilts. Daily admission $7, children 12 and under free with paid adult. Champagne preview Thursday evening July 27 from 7 to 9 p.m.; $10.

Lewiston, Friday, July 28: Preschool story time, 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.

Lewiston, Friday, July 28: Maine Social Forum Film Festival, featuring a variety of Maine-made films, both shorts and feature-length, 5-10 p.m. at the Lewiston Public Library’s Callahan Hall. FMI: 783-6520.

Auburn, Saturday, July 29: Festival Plaza, at the movies beginning at dusk, “Nanny McPhee.” Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Bowdoin, Saturday, July 29: public baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., West Bowdoin Parish Hall. Donations: adults, $6; children 12 and under, $3; pre-school, free. Sponsored by the Wood Lawn Cemetery Association.

Lewiston, Saturday, July 29: Maine Social Forum Film Festival, featuring a variety of Maine-made short films, plus (2 to 4 p.m.) a special showing of the award winning documentary “The Future of Food,” by visiting filmmaker Deborah Koons Garcia, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lewiston Public Library’s Callahan Hall. FMI: 783-6520.

Livermore, Saturday, July 29: Meal “Laugh and Learn,” 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Norlands Living History Center. This is one of our most popular events, so call early for reservations. FMI: 897-4366 or e-mail [email protected].

Monmouth, Saturday, July 29: Spaghetti dinner fundraiser, 5 to 8 p.m., Monmouth Fish and Game, Route 202. Menu: Spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread and homemade desserts. Adults, $5; children 11 and under, $3; seniors 60 and over, $3; family, $15. Hosted by Monmouth Pack 654 Cub Scouts. FMI: 933-2249 or 933-6042.

Poland, through Saturday, July 29: Miss Nettie Ricker Art Gallery hosts “The All in the Family” art show, Tuesday through 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.

Readfield, Saturday, July 29: The Maine Old Cemetery Association will meet at the Readfield Historical Society, Route 17, Readfield Depot. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. To reserve a bag lunch, please contact President Emily Quint at 635-2231 by July 21. Speakers will be on Readfield’s town history and on gravestone rubbings. A tour of cemeteries will follow lunch.

Winthrop, Saturday, July 29: Annual Raspberry Festival, from 8 a.m. to noon, East Winthrop Baptist Church, Route 202, waffles, muffins, shortcake, pies, ice cream sundaes, lobster rolls, hot dogs, chips and beverages, also a magic show, live music, pony rides and balloons for the children, 395-4442. Proceeds to benefit youth ministry and missions.

Wayne, Saturday, July 29: Public supper, 6 p.m., Androscoggin Yacht Club, Lake St. Menu: casseroles, salads, rolls, dessert and beverage. Adults, $6; children 10 and under, $3.

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

Sabattus, Sunday, July 30: Knights of Columbus, Chicken Bar-B-Q, will serve at noon at Maxwell Gill Hall, corner of Rt. 126 and High St. Meal will consist of half a chicken, cole slaw, potato salad, dinner roll and drink. Adults $7, children under 12 $3.50 FMI: call Roland, 375-6586; Donald, 375-8084; Robert, 375-4057. Dealine for tickets, July 23.

Sabattus, Sunday, July 31: Chicken barbecue, noon, Maxwell Gill Hall, corner of Route 126 and High Street. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50. FMI: Roland 375-6586, Donald 375-8084, Robert 375-4057. Deadline for tickets July 23.

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

Auburn, Tuesday, August 1: Festival Plaza Tuesday night concerts, 7 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street, The Tone Kings. FMI: 784-0191.

Lewiston, Tuesday:, Aug. 1: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library.

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.

Gardiner, Wednesday, Aug. 2: Village Harmony, teen a cappella chorus singing songs from around the world: Russia, Corsica, Africa, and America, Johnson Hall Mini-Park, 280 Water St., noon to 1 p.m.; free. Rain location, inside Johnson Hall. FMI: www.johnsonhall.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 preregistration required.

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

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 3: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 5: Festival Plaza, at the movies beginning at dusk, “Edward Scissorshands.” Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 4: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 5: Chicken barbecue, noon until sold out, Gray Public Safety building (Central Station). Sponsored by Gray Fire-Rescue. Benefits Public Safety. Menu: half-chicken, coleslaw, chips, rolls with butter.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 5: public supper, 6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Road. Menu: beans, chop suey, coleslaw, hot dogs, breads and desserts. Adults, $6; children under 12, $2.50; under 5, free.

Leeds, Saturday, Aug. 5: Leeds Community Church will host visiting missionaries from Cameroon, Africa. Baked ham supper at 5 p.m. with salads, vegetarian dishes, rolls, applesauce, ice cream and brownies, and beverages. Mission program by the Boyds following the meal. Free will offering. FMI: 524-5444.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 5: Shaker Village Pesto Party, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, herbs will be harvested from the Shaker herb gardens. Recipes, tastings and fun follow. Pre-registration required, $25. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

Pownal, Saturday, Aug. 5: Baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road. Menu: 3 kinds of beans, spaghetti, potato salad, coleslaw, pickled beets, biscuits, brownbread, homemade pies. Adults, $6; children, $3; under 3, free. Handicap accessible. FMI: Nancy, 688-4481; Karen, 829-5470.

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.

Gardiner, Wednesday, August 9: The Bellowphone Show, with Leonard Solomon-juggling, laughter, and an amazing musical instrument. Show support: Gardiner Federal Credit Union. Johnson Hall Mini-Park, 280 Water St., noon to 1 p.m.; free. Rain location, inside Johnson Hall. FMI: www.johnsonhall.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 preregistration required.

New Gloucester, Wednesday, Aug. 9: Shaker Village Pesto Party, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, herbs will be harvested from the Shaker herb gardens. Recipes, tastings and fun follow. Pre-registration required, $25. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 10: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

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: 621-2818 or visit www.unitedmainecraftsmen.com.

Greene, Thursday, Aug. 10: Ken’s Traveling Magic Zoo will entertain at the Annual Children’s Day program at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. 2pm only; free admission; doors open 1pm; air-conditioned. FMI: 946-5311, http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Greene, Friday, Aug. 11: The Shaw Brothers will entertain at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road, 2 and 7 p.m.; free admission; air-conditioned auditorium; doors open one hour before shows. FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 12: Festival Plaza, at the movies beginning at dusk, “The Incredibles.” Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

Portland, Saturday, Aug. 12: Third annual Maine Pagan Pride Day Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Allen Avenue Unitarian Church, 524 Allen Ave. Free and open to the public. Donations of canned goods for a local food pantry are welcomed and encouraged.

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.

Gardiner, Wednesday, Aug. 16: Gelina Family Band, lively bluegrass and country tunes by talented family from Gardiner, Johnson Hall Mini-Park, 280 Water St., noon to 1 p.m.; free. Rain location, inside Johnson Hall. FMI: www.johnsonhall.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 17: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

Lewiston-Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 18-20: 12th annual Great Falls Balloon Festival.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 18: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Nature Walks, 10 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Adults, $5; children $2; under six, free. Reservations required. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Handmade paper using a wide variety of resources, made for writing, painting and the like., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Pre-registration required, $30. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

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.

Gardiner, Wednesday, August 23: Bruce Mackenzie Johnson, magician, juggler, character comedian. Show support: MaineGeneral Health. Johnson Hall Mini-Park, 280 Water St., noon to 1 p.m.; free. Rain location, inside Johnson Hall. FMI: www.johnsonhall.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 24: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

Greene, Thursday and Friday, Aug. 24 and 25: Filmmaker Frank Klicar will narrate his film, “Slovenia & Croatia” at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Thursday, 7 p.m. and Friday, 2 and 7 p.m.; free admission; doors open one hour before shows; air-conditioned. FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 25: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library.

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 26: Festival Plaza, at the movies beginning at dusk, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.” Purchase popcorn and drinks from the concession stand. FMI: 784-0191.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 26: Shaker Style Dovetail Tray, Chris Becksvoort will lead workshops at the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Pre-registration required, $40. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 26: Chair Canning. Learn the seven step method, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Pre-registration required, $30. FMI: (207) 926-4597.

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.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 31: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2008 or [email protected].

Turner, Saturday, Sept. 2: Annual yard sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Goodwin Well and Water, Route 4. Snacks and drinks for sale.

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.

Boothbay, Friday, Sept. 22, 23: Auction Lobster Bake and Celebrity Golf Tournament . The Auction Lobster Bake will be at 6 p.m. at the Boothbay Railway Museum, Rt. 27. The golf tournament will begin at 8 a.m. at the Boothbay Region Country Club and wrap up aroun 2 to 3 p.m.