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

Rangeley, through Saturday, Aug. 19: ACME Productions of Rangeley presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” 7 p.m., Rangeley Lakes Regional School gym. Space is limited. FMI and reservations: Rangeley Lakes Regional School, 864-3312, ext. 101. Ticket prices: $8/$12.

Phillips, Friday, Aug. 18: Bake sale, 9 a.m., lawn of the Phillips Congregational Church. Sponsored by the Shared Ministry Women. FMI: Mimi Hardy, 639-2131.

Chesterville, Saturday, Aug. 19: Public baked bean supper, 4 to 6 p.m., Grange Hall. Menu: beans, chop suey, casseroles, salads, biscuits and homemade pies. Adult, $6; children, $3.

Rangeley, Saturday, Aug. 19: Wilhelm Reich Museum, auction, Conference Center, Dodge Pond Road, 10 a.m. Viewing at 9 a.m.

Rangeley, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 18-20: Sandy River Rangeley Lakes Railroad, Old Home Days, are running a steam engine from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The train leaves on the hour. Adults, $6; children under 13, $3.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, Aug. 22: Barry Wood Band, 6 to 8 p.m., in the gazebo.

Livermore, Wednesday, Aug. 23: One-hour learning adventures into the past, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, 290 Livermore Road. Adults, $5; children, $3. Advance reservations requested. FMI: 897-4366 or e-mail [email protected].

Livermore Falls, Thursday, Aug. 24: Richard Moreau Band, 6 to 8 p.m., in the gazebo.

Farmington, Saturday, Aug. 26: Peggy Lynn and Dan Duggan, folk music, 7:30 p.m., Nordica Auditorium, UMF Merrill Hall. Adults, $6; seniors, $5; children under 16 and UMF students with ID, free. Sponsored by Arts Institute of Western Maine. FMI: [email protected], 645-2157, artsinstitute.org.

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

Farmington, Saturday, Sept. 9: Contradance with the North Star Sisters, 8 to 11 p.m. and a free basics workshop at 7:30, Farmington Grange, Bridge Street, Route 43. $6 admission; $15 family max. FMI: 397-2241.

Farmington, Friday, Sept. 15: 10th annual Mt. Blue Football Tailgate Party, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. before the Cony game, at MBHS. Chicken dinner $5, hamburg or hot dog dinner $4. Tickets available from players or call 778-4006.

Oxford Hills area

Bethel, through Sunday, Aug. 20: 30th annual New England Trappers Weekend from 7 a.m. to evening, 760 East Bethel Road. Activities ongoing all weekend. FMI: 875-5765.

Hebron, Friday Aug. 18: The Hebron Historical Society will hold a symposium on the life of C.H. George, a prominent citizen, selectman and wounded Civil War veteran, at 2 p.m., at the town office. The public is invited.

Bryant Pond, Saturday, Aug. 19: Dana Perkins, magician and ventriloquist, will perform from 10 to 11 a.m. at Whitman Memorial Library. Free.

Bolsters Mills, Saturday, Aug. 19: Chicken pie supper, seatings at 5 and 6 p.m., United Methodist Church. Includes potato, vegetable, dessert and beverage. Adults, $7; under 12, $3. Handicapped-accessible, air-conditioned. Ticket sales begins at 4 p.m., reservations 9 a.m. to noon. FMI: 583-9024.

Fryeburg, Saturday, Aug. 19: Seton Society midsummer fair and community flea market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Route 5. Crafts, craft supplies, baked goods, jewelry, attic treasures, raffles and a “Second Chance Boutique.” Doughnuts and coffee, hot dogs, desserts and soft drinks will be available.

Lovell, Saturday, Aug. 19: Arts and artisans fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., New Suncook Elementary School, Route 5. Free. More than 60 exhibitors. Sandwiches and desserts available. Benefits Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library.

Oxford, Saturday, Aug. 19: Oxford Historical Society yard and food sale, 9 a.m., Pleasant Street headquarters.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 19: Annual lobster and clambake, 3 to 6:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. Sponsored by Oxford Hills Rotary Club. Takeout available. Advance tickets, $17; day of the event, $20. FMI or tickets: Patty Rice 743-777, Dave Preble 743-7836; any Rotary member. Tickets available at Western Auto, Kennison Real Estate and Lake Region Awards.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 19: Blueberry pancake breakfast, 7 to 10:30 a.m., and bake sale, 7 to 11 a.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, corner of Church and Main streets. Breakfast $5.

Waterford, Saturday, Aug. 19: Breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Wilkins Community House, next to the Waterford Congregational Church, Plummer Hill. Menu: scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage links, muffins, doughnuts, orange juice and coffee. $5, adults; children 5 to 10, $3; children under 5, free.

West Paris, Saturday, Aug. 19: Bag and clearance sale, 9 a.m. to noon, West Paris Historical Society.

Woodstock, Saturday, Aug. 19: History Day and sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Woodstock Historical Society.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 20: Mahoosuc Arts Council presents Tom Dean in a performance of acoustic folk music at 4 p.m. at the bandstand on Bethel Common. Rain site, Bingham Hall, Church Street. Free. FMI: 824-3575.

West Paris, Sunday, Aug. 20: Open house, 2 to 4 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center.

Paris, Monday, Aug. 21: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. FMI or to schedule an appointment: 1-800-448-3543, press 3, or visit www.bloodpartners.org/ohchs.

North Waterford, Tuesday, Aug. 22: Public supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., North Waterford Congregational Church, Five Kezars Road. Baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages, homemade pies. Adults, $7; under 12, $3.50.

Paris, Wednesday, Aug. 23: Moore Park Summer Entertainment series presents Dave Rowe Trio, 8 p.m., Moore Park. In case of rain, Paris Fire Hall, Western Avenue. Free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. FMI: 743-2501.

Paris, Thursday, Aug. 24: Storytime for preschoolers, 10 a.m., public library.

Oxford, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 25-27: Firearms hunter safety course sponsored by the Lake Thompson Fish and Game Club at their clubhouse on Paine Road. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Students must attend all sessions. FMI: Art 539-2322 or Don 539-4407.

Paris, Friday, Aug. 25: Baked bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church. Sponsored by Ladies Circle for the fuel fund. Menu: baked beans, casseroles, salads, hot dogs, brown bread, homemade rolls, homemade pies. Adults, $6; children under 12, $3.

Locke Mills, Saturday, Aug. 26: Auction, 10 a.m., Locke Mills Union Church, Route 26, Greenwood. Preview, 9 a.m. David Murphy, auctioneer. Refreshments will be sold. Antiques, collectibles, furniture. FMI: Joyce Hathaway, 674-2259.

Norway, Saturday, Aug. 26: Tent-N-Treasures yard sale, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Second Congregational Church, UCC, Main Street. Sports gear, kitchen items, tools, Christmas ornaments, books, toys, furniture.

Oxford, Saturday, Aug. 25: Public supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Oxford Grange, Route 26. Menu: baked beans, hot dogs, coleslaw, biscuits, molasses cake with cream. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50. To benefit roof repair.

Poland, Saturday, Aug. 26: Thompson Lake Environmental Association pig roast, Agassiz Village Camp, Thompson Lake.

Waterford, Saturday, Aug. 26: Waterford Grange 479 bake sale and yard sale, 8:30 a.m. to noon, Hooker Farms, Pleasant Street, Oxford. FMI and to donate items: Linda Hooker, 539-4572.

Mechanic Falls, Sunday, Aug. 27: Down East Country Music Association’s 26th annual awards show, noon, Silver Spur, Route 121. Adults, $10; children under 12, $5. Adult competitors, $5; youth competitors, $2, children under 12. Refreshments available. Winners will represent the state in the Tennessee Nationals. FMI: Jackie, 793-8884; Gary, 377-8035; Dean, 743-2922.

West Paris, Sunday, Aug. 27: Open house, 2 to 4 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center.

Gorham, N.H.,Wednesday, Aug. 30: Wednesday Night with a Ranger speaker series, 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16. “Open Forum – A conversation with the Deputy Forest Supervisor.” FMI: 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or 603-466-2721.

Bridgton, Thursday, Aug. 31: American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bridgton Hospital, South High Street.

Oxford, Thursday through Tuesday, Aug. 31 to Sept. 5: His Place Teen Center yard sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Route 26, next to the fish market. Set-up, Aug. 30.

Bolster’s Mills, Saturday, Sept. 16: Chicken pie supper, United Methodist Church. Two seatings: 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Adults, $7; under 12, $3. Handicapped-accessible; air conditioned. Tickets available at 4 p.m. Reservations taken day of supper, 9 a.m. to noon, 583-9024.

Norway, Wednesday, Sept. 20: Fun Times in Unusual Places – Roy Earle. One person’s account of “Things Not Many People Get To Do.” 7 p.m., Society House, 71 Main St. FMI: 743-2305.

River Valley area

Bethel, Saturday, Aug. 19: Ham and sweet potato supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange. Adults, $6; children under 13, $3. Casseroles and salads.

Bethel, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 18, 19 and 20: 30th annual New England Trappers Weekend from 7 a.m. to evening, 760 East Bethel Road. Activities ongoing all weekend. FMI: 875-5765.

Bryant Pond, Saturday, Aug. 19: Dana Perkins, magician and ventriloquist, will perform from 10 to 11 a.m., at Whitman Memorial Library. Free.

Mexico, Saturday, Aug. 19: Car wash and food drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wal-Mart, Route 2. Fundraiser for the GRCC gymnastics team.

Rumford, Saturday, Aug. 19: Bean hole bean supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232, Rumford Corner. Menu: beans and hot dogs, coleslaw, potato salad, bread, beverage, dessert. Adults, $6; children 12 and under, $3. Take-outs available. FMI: Dick Stearns, 364-2943.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 20: Mahoosuc Arts Council presents Tom Dean in a performance of acoustic folk music at 4 p.m. at the bandstand on Bethel Common. Rain site, Bingham Hall, Church Street. Free. FMI: 824-3575.

Dixfield, Sunday, Aug. 20: Dixfield Main Street Outdoor Market, fourth annual bicentennial road races, live music, G. Dana Holt Gazebo, miniature horses. Vendor spots available, $15. Applications at Log Cabin Craftworks. FMI: 562-8816 daytime.

Rumford, Sunday, Aug. 20: Betsy Sholl, Maine Poet Laureate, gives a poetry reading at 2 p.m., Pennacook Art Center, 82 Congress St. Tom Fallon of Rumford will also read. Free and open to the public. FMI: 364-9972.

Rumford Center, Sunday, Aug. 20: Grange 115, chicken pie dinner, noon to 1:30 p.m. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3. Chicken pie with all the fixings and homemade pies. Take-outs available.

Gorham, N.H., Wednesday, Aug. 23: Ranger speaker series, “The History of Logging in the White Mountains,” 8 p.m., Appalachian Mountain Club’s Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, Route 16. Free and open to the public. FMI: 603-466-2713, TTY 603-466-2856 or 603-466-2721.

Locke Mills, Monday, Aug. 28: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., American Legion Hall.

Andover, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 2 and 3: Ellis River Riders horse club game show, 9 a.m., Airport Road. Rain or shine. Free. Food concession, breakfast through late afternoon. Games include barrel racing, pole bending. FMI: 392-2381 or www.ellisriverriders.com.

Lewiston area

Lewiston-Auburn, through Sunday, Aug. 20: 12th annual Great Falls Balloon Festival.

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

Monmouth, Saturday, Aug. 19: Wild animals from the D.E.W. Animal Kingdom, 4 to 7 p.m., Main Street, outside Rain Forest Restaurant. Nandai, a black leopard; GiGi, a Capuchin monkey; and Felix, the binturong. The street will be closed to traffic during the animals’ visit. Entertainment by Magic of Blues group (Singleton Music Productions). FMI: DEW, 293-2837 or Singleton Music Productions, 991-2696.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Nature walks, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Adults, $5; children $2; under 6, free. Reservations required. FMI: 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Handmade paper using variety of resources, made for writing, painting, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Preregistration required, $30. FMI: 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Smorgasbord supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Grange, Sabbathday Road, off Route 26. Menu: baked beans, hot dogs, casseroles, salads, homemade desserts. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 19: Bean supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Amvets Post 6. Menu: two kinds of beans, homemade biscuits, coleslaw, brown bread, hot dogs, American chop suey, homemade pies. Air conditioned. Adults, $6; under 12, $2; under 6, free.

Pownal, Saturday, Aug. 19: Baked bean supper, 5 and 6 p.m., Pownal Center Congregational Church, three kinds of beans, potato salad, coleslaw, spaghetti, rolls, pickles, pies and cakes. $6 for 65 and older, $7 for regular $3 for under 12.

Winthrop, Saturday, Aug. 19: Homebaked food sale and lunches on the lawn, sale starts 10 a.m.; light luncheon at noon, Winthrop Congregational Church. Luncheon includes lobster salad and chicken salad rolls. Event will be inside if raining. Proceeds benefit the church.

Winthrop, Saturday, Aug. 19: The Friends of the Charles M. Bailey Public Library annual book sale, 10 a.m to 2 p.m., Masonic Hall, next to the library, Bowdoin Street. Donations will be accepted until the day of the sale.

Auburn, Sunday, Aug. 20: Concert featuring organist Mark Thallander, 6 p.m., Court Street Baptist Church. Freewill offering. Autograph session to follow with dessert and fellowship. FMI: 784-6661.

Lewiston, Sunday, Aug. 20: The Campbells concert of southern gospel music, 10 a.m., First Assembly of God Church, 70 Hogan Road. FMI: 786-2636.

Pownal, Sunday, Aug. 20: Mountain bike benefit ride, Bradbury Mountain State Park, 528 Hallowell Road. Registration: 9 to 11 a.m. Sponsored by New England Mountain Bike Association. Benefits Bradbury Mountain State Park future trail development. Public, $15; $10 for NEMBA members; join NEMBA , ride free. Arrowed courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced cross-country riders, as well as led rides of all levels. FMI: Philip Keyes, [email protected], 800-576-3622; www.nemba.org; 688-4712.

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.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 22: Farmers’ Market, 2 to 6 p.m., Kennedy Park, corner Bates and Pine. FMI: William Burke, market manager, 777-5134; Lots to Gardens at 753-6944.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 22: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

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, Aug. 23: Bruce Mackenzie Johnson, magician, juggler, character comedian, 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. 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6:30 p.m. , CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

Auburn, Thursday, Aug. 24: L/A Arts presents Bellamy Jazz Band, noon, Festival Plaza. Free. Rain date: Friday, Aug. 25, noon, HiltonGarden Inn. Jazz musicians play traditional New Orleans and Chicago jazz and swing. FMI: 782-7228; www.laarts.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 and Croatia,” 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, Thursday, Aug. 24: Lewiston Public Library (200 Lisbon St./Rte.196, at the corner of Pine Street in downtown Lewiston), members of the Chinese Folk Art ensemble will conduct workshops for youth age six and older in diabolo (Chinese yo yo) at 3:30 p.m., and in Chinese folk dance at 4:15 p.m. Fee: $3 each session or $5 for both. Advance registration recommended: 784-0135, ext. 200. Website: www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 24: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6:30 p.m., CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 24: The Franco-American Heritage Center (88 Oxford Street, downtown Lewiston at the corner of Cedar Street), the Chinese Folk Art ensemble, a troupe of 30 Chinese-American youth age 10-17, present “Flying Dragon and Dancing Phoenix,” an hour of authentic Chinese dance, diabolo tricks and other traditional Asian arts forms. Admission: $5. Advance reservations: 689-2000. For more information: 783-1585 or www.francoamericanheritage.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 24: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance 4th level of Centreville Garage on Canal Street.

Auburn, Friday, Aug. 25: L/A Arts presents Kate Wegner/Chuck Donnelly and Evergreen (Celtic and Bluegrass), noon, Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch. Rain location, indoors.

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

Lisbon, Friday, Aug. 25: Smothered beef supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, 27 Village St. Adults, $6; children 12 and under, $3; pre-school, free.

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.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 26: Hooked on Fishing Program and participation, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. FMI: 657-4977 ext. 1, or www.mainewildlifepark.com.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 26: American Legion Auxiliary, indoor yard sale, 7:30 a.m. to noon. All proceeds go to charities, veterans or needy families. FMI: Nancy True, 657-2661.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 26: 15th annual chicken barbecue, 5 and 5:45 p.m., Gray Congregational Church Parish House, Brown Street. Adults, $8.50; children 12 and under, $4.25. Menu: half chicken, baked potato, corn on the cob, homemade biscuits, cakes and pies, punch and coffee. FMI: 657-4338; day of supper, 657-4279.

Lisbon, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 26 and 27: Co-ed softball tournament, Pinewoods Sports Complex. Benefits Poland Spring team. Double-elimination event. Trophies awarded. Entry fee, $125 a team. FMI: Mike Brochu, 783-9758; Steve Curtis, 740-6432.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Aug. 26: Home baked bean and ham supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Lisbon Methodist Church, School Street, Adults, $6; children, $2. FMI: 353-8957.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 26: Gazebo fundraiser, 9 a.m. to noon, Upper Village Fire Station, Route 100. Car wash, bottle drive, food sale. Benefits the Bob Leighton Memorial Gazebo.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 26: Make a Shaker style dovetail tray, Chris Becksvoort will lead workshop, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Preregistration required, $40. FMI: 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 26: Chair-caning, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Preregistration required, $30. FMI: 926-4597.

Sabattus, Saturday, Aug. 26: Turkey dinner, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Pathway Community Church, 181 Sabattus Road, across from Stevens Hardware. Adults, $6.50; children 4 to 12, $4; under 4, free.

Mechanic Falls, Sunday, Aug. 27: Down East Country Music Association’s 26th annual awards show, noon, Silver Spur, Route 121. Adults, $10; children under 12, $5. Adult competitors, $5; youth competitors, $2 for children under 12. Refreshments available. Winners will represent Maine in the Tennessee Nationals. FMI: Jackie, 793-8884; Gary, 377-8035; Dean, 743-2922.

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.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 29: Farmers’ market, 2 to 6 p.m., Kennedy Park, corner Bates and Pine. FMI: William Burke, market manager, 777-5134; Lots to Gardens at 753-6944.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 29: American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bus Drive, Advantage Payroll, 126 Merrow Rd. Open to the public.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 30: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Aug. 30: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6:30 p.m., CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Aug. 30: American Red Cross blood drive, 7 a.m. to noon, Sisters of Charity, Campus Ave., Lepage Center. Open to the public.

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

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 31: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6:30 p.m., CMMC Whole Bloods and Pheresis, 300 Main St. Open to the public.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 31: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance 4th level of Centreville Garage on Canal Street.

Gray, Saturday, Sept. 2: Public supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Rd., beans, chop suey, coleslaw, hot dogs, breads and desserts. Adults, $6; children under 12, $2.50; under 5, free.

Lewiston, Saturday, Sept. 2: Bean supper, 4 to 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Council 12652, Church Hall, 1080 Lisbon St. Adults, $6; age 12 and under, $3. Take out available. FMI: Dan Leclair, 240-3537.

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

Greene, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 7, 8: The Dave Rowe Trio will entertain at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road with Celtic and Canadian Maritime music and song. Thursday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 2 and 7 p.m.; Free admission; Doors open one hour before shows; FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Portland, Friday, Sept. 8: Coastal Studies for Girls presents fisherman, author and advocate for the aspirations of young woman, Linda Greenlaw sharing “Lessons from the Sea,” 7 p.m., USM Abromson Center. Students, $10; general public, $15. Tickets available at the door or by calling 780-5951. FMI: 865-9700.

Winthrop, Friday, Sept. 8: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. Adults, $6. Menu: fish chowder, hot biscuits, crackers, pickles, beverage and homemade pies. Benefits the church.

Auburn, Saturday, Sept. 9: Fall Festival of Music/Country and Gospel, 7 p.m., CMCC, Kirk Hall. Advance tickets, $8/$10 at the door Tickets available at the Dominican Sisters Convent in Sabattus, Victor News, Park Street, Lewiston. FMI: Rose, 784-8388.

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.

Greene, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 21, 22: Martin Swinger will entertain at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road with swing & jazz standards, folk, contemporary and original songs. Thursday 7 p.m. and Friday. at 2 & 7 p.m.; free admission; doors open one hour before shows; FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Sept. 30: Scrapbooking day, Lisbon United Methodist Church, 14 School St. There will be make-and-take kits, demonstrations, door prizes and goodie bags. Cost $20 before Sept. 15; after, $25. Lunch included. FMI: Carol Day, 353-8019.

Leeds, Saturday, Oct. 7: Leeds Community Church fundraiser, “A Celebration of Gifts and Talents,” 123 Church Hill Road, 7 a.m. to noon.