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, Wednesday and Thursday, April 25, 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 5 p.m., UMF, North Dining Hall.

Farmington, Thursday, April 26: Foothills Arts Center Community visioning session, 138 Pleasant St. FMI: Anne Geller, 778-0448; [email protected]; www.foothillsarts.org.

Farmington, Thursday April 26, Saturday and Sunday, May 4, 5: “Cracked Shells,” play by Jayne Decker, Alumni Theatre, UMF. All performances at 7:30 p.m. Benefits Peace in our Families. Donations at door. FMI: 779-3150.

Farmington, Thursday, April 26: Hurricane of Change Community Chorus rehearsal, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Mt. Blue Middle School. Adults, students grades 5 and up. No choral experience necessary. FMI: Anne Geller, Foothills Arts Center, 778-0448; [email protected]

Farmington, Thursday, April 26: UMF Professor Emeritus and Writer in Residence Wesley McNair reads from his new book “The Ghosts of You and Me,” 7:30 p.m., Thomas Auditorium in Ricker Hall. Free, followed by book signing.

Farmington, Friday, April 27: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks Union Church, Route 4. $6, eat in or take out. FMI: 778-4705.

Farmington, Friday, April 27: St. Joseph’s Altar Guild rummage sale, 3 to 6 p.m., corner of Quebec and Middle streets.

Farmington, Friday, April 27: Kite making, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Everyone’s Resource Depot, Education Center, UMF. Fee: $1. FMI: 778-7150.

Kingfield, Friday, April 27: “Cabin Fever Reliever” fundraiser with Slant Six, a musical trio, 8 to 11 p.m., Nostalgia Tavern. Benefits The New Portland Community Library. $15 or $25 per couple. Advance tickets can be purchased from any board member or at the library. FMI: Andrea Reichert, 628-5411.

Canton, Saturday, April 28: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults $7, children under 12 $5. Take-outs.

Farmington, Saturday, April 28: Rummage, food sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Chesterville Grange Hall, Knowleton Corner Road.

Farmington, Saturday, April 28: Spaghetti supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church.

Farmington, Saturday, April 28: Kite making, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Everyone’s Resource Depot, Education Center, UMF. Fee: $1. FMI: 778-7150.

Farmington, Saturday, April 28: St. Joseph’s Altar Guild rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., corner of Quebec and Middle streets.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, April 28: Maine Country Music Coming Together No. 3, Silver Spur. Advance tickets $12.50, $5 at the door for entertainment only. Hosted by Maine Country Music Association. FMI: Nancy Crosby 645-2472, Slim Andrews 795-1119.

New Sharon, Saturday, April 28: Baked bean and casserole supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., New Sharon United Methodist Church. Adults, $7; children under 12, $2. Proceeds will help defray expenses. Sponsored by the Church’s Woman’s Society.

Wilton, Saturday, April 28: Wilton Scholarship Great Whatever Auction, 6:30 p.m., Academy Hill School. Auction donations welcomed. FMI: 645-3894.

Farmington, Monday, April 30: UMF Education Job Fair, 1 p.m., UMF Dearborn Gym. FMI: [email protected]; 778-7029; http://chd/umf.maine.edu/recruiting/educationjobfair.php.

Farmington, Monday, April 30: Sand art, 7:15 p.m., The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: 778-7346

Farmington, Tuesday, May 1: Smith Brothers music, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Nordica Auditorium, UMF. Donations at door. Info: 778-0751.

Wilton, Wednesday, May 2: “Early Bird” Community Forum breakfast, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m., Wilton Congregational Church, 386 Main St. Free. Sponsored by Wilton Ecumenical Community Outreach.

Farmington, Saturday and Sunday, May 4, 5: “Cracked Shells,” play by Jayne Decker, Alumni Theatre, UMF. Benefits Peace in our Families. Donations at door. FMI: 779-3150.

Farmington, Saturday, May 5: Shawn Mercer and the Boondock Blues, 7:30 p.m., Nordica Auditorium in Merrill Hall at UMF. Benefits Sexual Assault Victims’ Emergency Services. $10 adults, $1 children 12 and under. Available at Everyday Music, Liquid Sunshine, and SAVES office.

Jay, Saturday, May 5: Benefit dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, K.C. Hall. Music by DJ Damion Rodzen. Benefits Livermore Fire Department automatic heart defibrillator fund.

Wilton, Saturday, May 5: Supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Wilton Congregational Church, 386 Main St. Free. Sponsored by Wilton Ecumenical Community Outreach.

Farmington, Saturday, May 12: Contradance, 8 to 11 p.m., waltz workshop, 7 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street. $6 or $15 per family. FMI: 397-2241 or [email protected].

Jay, Sunday, May 20: Country Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m., Jay Community Building. Adults $7, seniors/members $6, ages 6 – 16 $3, under 6 free. Presented by Maine Country Music Association. FMI: Bing Crosby 645-2472.

Oxford Hills area

West Paris, Wednesday, April 25: Indoor rummage sale, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Ledgeview Living Center. Benefits the Resident Council.

Norway, Wednesday, April 25: Story time for children ages 2 to 5, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Bridgton, Thursday, April 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Howell Laboratories, Route 117.

Paris, Thursday, April 26: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library. FMI: 743-6994.

Bethel, Friday, April 27: Time & Talent auction, 7 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street.

Norway, Friday, April 27: Baby Boosters provide children under 2 and their parents or caregivers with rhymes, finger plays, songs, stories and other activities, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Canton, Saturday, April 28: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults $7, children under 12 $5. Take-outs.

Hartford, Saturday, April 28: Supper and Chinese auction, 5:30 p.m., Town Hall. Adults $6.50, children under 12 $4. Held by the Hartford Heritage Society. FMI: 597-2073.

Jay, Saturday, April 28: D of I spring yard sale, 8:30 to 2 p.m., St. Rose Parish Hall.

Oxford, Saturday, April 28: Benefit supper for Kevin Waterhouse, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Grace Fellowship Church. Adults $10, children under 12 $5. Entertainment to follow. FMI: 674-2733, 539-9064.

Paris, Saturday, April 28: Chinese auction, doors open 1 p.m., auction, 3 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School cafeteria. Benefits classes of 2008 and 2009.

Norway, Sunday, April 29: Basket bingo, 11 a.m., bingo at 12:30 p.m., Norway Legion Hall, Main Street. Benefits Responsible Pet Care Shelter. Tickets $10. FMI or advance tickets, 743-8679.

Oxford, Tuesday, May 1: Mollyockett Chorus guest night, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Skeetfield Road. Free evening of singing. Women welcome. Refreshments. FMI: Wanda Foss, 783-1823.

Paris, Tuesday, May 1: Count Basie Orchestra concert, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, 256 Main St. FMI: Kyle Jordan, 743-8914 ext. 1015; 739-6200

Hartford, Friday, May 4: Community goodwill potluck supper and dance, 6 p.m., Town Hall, 1190 Main St. Door prize drawing and dance 7 p.m. Bring dish to share.

Locke Mills, Saturday, May 5: Rummage, food sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Town Hall. Hosted by Ladies Circle of Locke Mills Union Church. FMI: Joyce Hathaway 674-2259.

New Sharon, Saturday, May 5: Baked bean take out, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., New Sharon Congregational Church, Cape Cod Hill Road. $14. To reserve meals, Mary, 778-2366.

Norway, Saturday, May 5: Mother’s Day high tea and fashion show, 2 p.m., Second Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, 205 Main St. $5/advance, $6/door. FMI: 743-2290.

Oxford, Saturday, May 5: Chinese auction, Doors: 11 a.m., ticket drawing, 12:30 p.m., Hosanna Church Building. FMI: 743-6982, The Resistance Ministries.

Norway, Sunday, May 6: March of Dimes, WalkAmerica, 1 p.m., Key Bank, 369 Main St. FMI or to register: 1-800-525-9255 or www.walkamerica.org.

Oxford, Tuesday, May 8: Mollyockett Chorus guest night, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Skeetfield Road. Free evening of singing. Women welcome. Refreshments. FMI: Wanda Foss, 783-1823.

Paris, Saturday, May 12: Chinese auction, viewing 2 to 4 p.m., auction starts 4 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. Benefits Harrison Elementary School playground project. FMI: 583-2357.

Paris, Friday and Saturday, May 18, 19: The CAD Fashion Class fashion show “A Night at the Runway,” 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Community High School auditorium.

River Valley area

Rumford, Wednesday, April 25: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 5:30 p.m., Eagles Rumford, 13 Oxford Ave.

Rumford, Wednesday, April 25: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 5:30 p.m., Eagles, 13 Oxford Ave.

Carthage, Thursday April 26: Scottish singer-songwriter Emily Smith, 7 p.m., Skye Theater, 2 Highland Drive. Tickets: $10. Hosted by New England Celtic Arts. FMI: New England Celtic Arts, 562-4445 or www.necelticarts.com.

Farmington, Thursday, April 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 5 p.m., UMF North Dining Hall.

Rumford, Friday, April 27: Auction benefiting St. Athanasius-St. John School, 6:30 p.m., Eagles Club.

Rumford, Friday, April 27: Poets Ken Nye and Tom Lyford, 7 p.m., Public Library. Free.

Canton, Saturday, April 28: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. Adults $7, children under 12 $5. Takeouts.

Mexico, Saturday, April 28: Family fun day, 1 to 4 p.m., Mexico Recreation Center. Sponsored by Friends Forever Team to benefit Relay for Life.

Mexico, Sunday, April 29: Shower party, 4 p.m., Mexico Baptist Church, benefits Teen Mission International. Supplies for new school and house for teachers.

Rumford, Sunday, April 29: Elliott Card Challenge, a card magic contest, 3 p.m., Hotel Harris, free.

Rumford, Wednesday, May 30: Two Old Friends in concert, old time musicians, 6:30 p.m., Public Library. Free. FMI: Claudia Reynolds, 364-3661 or www.rumford.lib.me.us.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Tuesday, April 24: German film, the “Edukators,” 7 p.m., Central Maine Community College. Tickets at door, $7; Students free with ARTSPASS or student IDs; FMI: L/A Arts, 782-7228; www.laarts.org.

Auburn, Tuesday, April 24: Androscoggin Historical Society’s 67 Seasons of The L/A Community Little Theatre with director and actor Mitch Thomas, 7 p.m., Androscoggin County Building, 2 Court St. Free, wheelchair accessible.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, April 24, 25, 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 12 to 7 p.m., CMMC, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, April 24: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lewiston, Tuesday, April 24: Book Buddies, 3:30 p.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Auburn, Wednesday, April 25: Jericho Place children’s club, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Marston’s Corner Baptist Church, 752 Beech Hill Road. Ages 4 to 12. FMI: Marti Chabot, 784-3003.

Auburn, Wednesday, April 25: Preschool story program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library children’s room. FMI: 333-6640; www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, April 25: Open gym, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Wednesday, April 25: Book Buddies, 3:30 p.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lewiston, Wednesday, April 25: Screening and discussion, documentary “Northrunner: The Allagash Wilderness Waterway,” 7 p.m., Callahan Hall, Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Free. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 210; www.lplonline.org. Co-sponsored by Maine Deparment of Conservation.

Auburn, Thursday, April 26: Heritage Quest Online, 6 p.m., Auburn Public Library computer lab, for genealogy enthusiasts. Advance registration required. FMI: 333-6640; www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Greene, Thursday, April 26: “Inside Switzerland” narration by filmmaker Clint Denn, 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or www.ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Thursday, April 26: Art van, 3:30 p.m., Public Library, FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lewiston, Thursday, April 26: Peek-A-Boo Puppet Show, 9:30 a.m., 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

Auburn, Friday, April 27: American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Oxy, 7 Albiston Way.

Greene, Friday, April 27: “Inside Switzerland” narration by filmmaker Clint Denn, 2 and 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or www.ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Friday, April 27: Babytime, 10 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lisbon, Friday, April 27: Taco dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary Post 158. $6. FMI: 784-0447.

Lisbon, Friday, April 27: Turkey supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, 27 Village St. Adults $6, children 12 and under $3, preschool free. Sponsored by Nina Rebekah Lodge 86 and Sabattus River Lodge 21 IOOF.

Lisbon, Friday, April 27: Italian dinner, 5:30 to 7 p.m., VFW Post 9459. Adults $6, children under 10, $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Turner, Friday, April 27: Movie night, dinner, 5 p.m., movie, 6:30 p.m., Leavitt Area High School Auditorium. pizza & movie $6, movie only $3. Benefits Turner Community Playground Project. FMI: Lori Marschall, 224-8264, [email protected], Turner Elementary School 225-3620.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: First Earth Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St. FMI: 783-0461.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: Bean supper, 5 to 7 p.m., New Auburn Social Club. $5. Benefits Edward Little Scholarship fund.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: Read to dog, 10 a.m., Auburn Public Library children’s room, with 3-year-old golden retriever and registered therapy dog. FMI: 333-6640; www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: “Making Tracks” auction, 6 to 9:30 p.m., Fairview Elementary School gym, 397 Minot Ave. Fundraiser for grades 4, 5, and 6 field trips and activities. $5. FMI, tickets, Stephanie Geer, 784-3559, ext 222.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: Celebrity Waiter Dinner, 6 p.m., Martindale Country Club. $30 or table of 10 for $250. FMI: 784-5272. Benefits Sexual Assault Crisis Center.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: “Space Camp Fly In” pancake breakfast, 8 to 11 a.m., Twin City Air Service at Auburn Airport. $5. Plane wash runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. $100.00 for wash. Proceeds benefit Freeport Middle School trip to Alabama for Space Camp.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: Auction fundraiser, doors, 4:30 p.m.; auction, 6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 439 Park Ave. FMI: www.auburnmethodist.org or call Eric Howes at 786-3783.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: “Pack The Bus,” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Shaw’s supermarkets. Fill the buses with food or cash donations for the Food Pantry.

Auburn, Saturday, April 28: Bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Sixth Street Congregational Church, 109 Sixth St. Adults, $5; children 5 to 12, $3; under 5 free.

Brunswick, Saturday, April 28: T’ai Chi and Qigong meditative movement, 10 to 11 a.m., Bowdoin College, next to Sills Hall. Free. FMI: 712-6264 or www.mainecoasttaichi.com.

Gray, Saturday, April 28: Baked bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church, Route 115. Adults, $6, children under 12, $2. FMI: 657-4279 or 657-3279 day of supper.

Gray, Saturday, April 28: Used book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Public Library.

Greene, Saturday, April 28: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Greene Fire Department, Patten Road.

Greene, Saturday, April 28: Bean supper, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Memorial Post 11032. $5 adults, $2.50 children under 12.

Lewiston, Saturday, April 28: “Pack The Bus,” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Shaw’s supermarkets. Fill the buses with food or cash donations for the Food Pantry.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, April 28: Baked bean and ham supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Methodist Church. Adults $6, children $2. Sponsored by Methodist Women.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, April 28: Maine Country Music Coming Together No. 3, Silver Spur. Advance tickets $12.50, $5 at the door for entertainment only. Hosted by Maine Country Music Association. FMI: Nancy Crosby 645-2472, Slim Andrews 795-1119.

Poland, Saturday, April 28: Scrapbooking day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Whittier Middle School. Fundraiser for field trips and activities. FMI and to register: Shawn Vincent, 998-5400, ext. 204.

Sabattus, Saturday, April 28: Bob Blais plays honky tonk music, 7 to 10 p.m., American Legion Post 135. $2.

Auburn, Sunday, April 29: Annual Habitat for Humanity breakfast, 7:30 a.m. to noon, St. Philip’s Church, Route 4. Adults, $5; Children under 12, $3. Proceeds help build next house in the community.

Auburn, Sunday, April 29: Public breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $3.50/$4.50; includes coffee and juice. Benefits National Home for Children. Last one for year. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, April 29: Theology on Tap, 7:15 p.m., DaVinci’s, 35 Canal St. 6:30 p.m. Michael and Diane Tyne speak on “Theology of the Body: The Look of Love.” Free, open to ages 19 to 39; food or drink available. FMI: Cathy, 240-7707 or [email protected].

Winthrop, Sunday, April 29: Concert-CODA Chorus 3 p.m., St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Free, free-will offering. Sponsored by Kennebec Savings Bank. FMI: 377-2549.

Lewiston, Monday, April 30: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lewiston, Monday, April 30: Kid’s Cooking Club, 4 p.m., Public Library. FMI: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 2: Preschool program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 2: Teen Anime Drawing Club, 3:30 p.m. Public Library TeenSpace.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 2: Ready, Set-Take It Slow! Part II, an Internet class, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Public Library computer lab. Advance registration required; FMI: 333-6640, ext. 4.

Auburn, Thursday, May 3: Baby’s Night Out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Public Library.

Lewiston, Thursday, May 3: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oxford Networks, 491 Lisbon St.

Buckfield, Friday, May 4: Spaghetti supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Masonic Hall. Benefit for “Destination Imagination” program. FMI: Jerry Marstaller, 224-7623.

Lewiston, Friday, May 4: “Just Us” concert, 7 p.m., Multi-Purpose Center, 145 Birch St. Benefits Lewiston Senior Citizens Program. General admission seating. $5 in advance, $6 at the door; available at Lewiston Senior Citizens Office, Multi-Purpose Center or from members of the Lewiston Senior Citizens. Refreshments. FMI: LSC 784-2926 ext. 207.

Sabattus, May 4-5: Spring bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 61 Lisbon Road. Hosted by Dominican Sisters to benefit Loaves & Fishes. Raffle. FMI, Carrie Bannister at 375-2692.

Auburn, Saturday, May 5: Book drive drop off day, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Public Library.

Gray, Saturday, May 5: Supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion 15, Lewiston Road. $6, adults, $2.50, children 12 and under, free under 5. FMI: Nancy, 657-4884.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 5: Lamplighter smorgasbord, 5 to 6 p.m., First Congregational Church. Adults, $7; child, $3.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 5: Comedy night, American Legion Post 150. Tickets include dinner, dance. Ticket sales end May 1. FMI: 345-9587.

New Gloucester, Saturday, May 5: Spring sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Grange, Sabbathday Road. Light lunch. FMI: Pam Dyer, 657-4612.

Pownal, Saturday, May 5: Bean supper, 4:30-6:00 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road. Adults $6, children, $3. FMI: 688-4101 or 829-5470.

Sabattus, Saturday, May 5: Bean and casserole supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. $6 adults, $3 children under 12. Hosted by Knights of Columbus. FMI: Robert, 375-4057.

Turner, Saturday, May 5: Dahlia Days, bulb sale, exchange and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219, sponsored by North Turner Presbyterian Church, freewill donations.

Wales, Saturday, May 5: Barbecued pork and beef supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Webster Lodge 164 AF&AM. Adults, $8; children 7 to 12, $4. Benefits the building fund. Reservations requested: Tom, 375-8375; Al, 375-8889; Ron, 375-4795.

Sabattus, Sunday, May 6: Buffet breakfast, 7 to 10 a.m., American Legion Post 135. $6 adults, $3 children 10 and under.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 9: Preschool program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Turner, Thursday, May 10: Antique appraisal night, 6:30 p.m., Turner Historical Museum, 4th floor, Old Leavitt Institute Building. $5. Limit one item per person. Light refreshments. FMI: 225-2629 or 224-8316.

Auburn, Monday, May 14: The Story of Katahdin, 6:30 p.m., Public Library community room.

Auburn, Monday, May 14: MYSPACE Mystery Solved, 6 p.m., Public Library computer lab. Teens must be accompanied by an adult. Call Sally to reserve spot. Space limited.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 16: Preschool program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 16: Read Across L/A., 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Public Library children’s room.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 16: Teen Anime Drawing Club, 3:30 p.m. Public Library TeenSpace.

Auburn, Thursday, May 17: Baby’s Night Out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Public Library.

Auburn, Thursday, May 17: Auburn Teen Library Advisors meeting, 4 p.m. Public Library TeenSpace. Pizza will be served.

Auburn, Saturday, May 19: Pancake breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., Applebee’s Restaurant, 599 Center St. $5. Fundraiser for American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Androscoggin County. FMI: Janet Miles, 786-0311 or 784-3824 or [email protected].

Lewiston, Friday, May 18: St. Jude’s Trike-A-Thon, 10 a.m., New Life Center gym, 134 College St. Effort of Pick-A-Time Day Care, Toy Library and New Life Christian Fellowship. FMI: Paulette, 783-4339; Cindy, 782-1112.

Auburn, Saturday, May 19: Stories with Judy D’Amour, 10 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Gray, Saturday, May 19: Scholarship fundraiser, 9 a.m to 5 p.m., American Legion Post 86, Route 100. Flea market tables, $15. FMI: 689-5137 or 797-7970.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 19: Spring birding festival, 7 a.m., Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary, Montello Street. Sponsored by Stanton Bird Club. Guided birding walks, children’s activities, games, prizes. Free. FMI: 946-3581.

Wales, Saturday, May 19: Turkey supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Route 132, Pond Road. Benefits Wales Presbyterian Church. FMI: Alice, 375-8382.

Auburn, Monday, May 21: Book discussion of “Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight” by Alexandra Fuller, 6:30 p.m., Public Library conference room.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 23: Preschool program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Auburn, Wednesday, May 30: Preschool program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room.

Auburn, Thursday, May 31: English tea and antique style show, 1:30 p.m. Public Library community room. $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Proceeds support Library.

Bowdoin, Saturday, June 2: Plant sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., West Bowdoin Baptist Church. Benefits Women’s Mission Circle and building fund.

Wales, Saturday, June 16: Yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Pond Road, Route 132. Sponsored by The Wales Presbyterian Women.

Auburn, Friday and Saturday, June 15, 16: Relay For Life of Androscoggin County, Edward Little High School track FMI: American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or online at www.cancer.org.