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, Wednesday, May 16: Community breakfast, Lake Street, 7 to 9:30 a.m., St. Luke’s church. Sponsored by Catholic Women’s Club FMI: 864-3807.

Belgrade, Friday, May 18: Northfield concert, 7:30 p.m., Belgrade Lakes Union Church. Admission by donation. FMI: 779-0579; 778-4572.

Farmington, Friday, May 18 to Sunday, May 20: Play “Table Settings,” 7:30 p.m., Alumni Theater, UMF. Advance tickets at Howard’s Rexall. Adults $10, $7.50 students/seniors, $5 UMF Students. FMI: [email protected].

Kingfield, Friday, May 18: Old-fashioned drive-in car hop, 5 to 8 p.m., The Kingfield Woodsman, Main Street, Relay for Life fundraiser.

Livermore Falls, Friday, May 18: Inside lawn sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., American Legion, Reynolds Avenue.

Jay, Saturday, May 19: Bag sale, 8 a.m. to noon, North Jay Grange. Fill shopping bag for $1. FMI: 645-4628 or 645-4211.

Farmington, Saturday, May 19: Plant sale, 9 a.m., Meetinghouse Park. Hosted by Mt. Blue Area Garden Club. Members or others donating plants should drop them off between 7:30 and 8 a.m. FMI: Judy Dunham, 645-9782.

Farmington, Saturday, May 19: Baked bean supper, 4, 6 p.m., The Chesterville Grange 20.

Wilton, Saturday, May 19: Wilton Tyngtown Club plant sale, 8 to 11 a.m., Academy Hill School Cafeteria. Benefits Wilton Early Childhood Center and Wilton Free Public Library.

Wilton, Saturday, May 19: St. Luke’s plant sale, 9 a.m. to noon, church parking lot or rain location, church kitchen.

Farmington, Sunday, May 20: Franklin County Animal Shelter kitten shower, 2 to 4 p.m., North Dining Hall, UMaine Farmington. FMI: Franklin County Animal Shelter, 550 Industry Road; 778-2638, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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

Kingfield, Sunday, May 20: Whatever sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Legion Hall. Sponsored by Kingfield Girl Scouts Troop 1527. Benefits Relay For Life. FMI or to rent table, Angela Brown, 265-5033; Cally Brown, 265-4098.

Farmington, Saturday, May 26 (rain date, June 2): Yard and plant sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fairbanks School Meeting House, Route 4. FMI: Patty Jacobs, 778-4272. Benefits Fairbanks School Neighborhood Association.

New Sharon, Saturday, May 26: Bean and casserole supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church Annex. Adults, $7; children under 12, $2. Sponsored by church’s Woman’s Society. Benefits church.

Rangeley, Saturday, May 26: Turkey supper, 5 p.m., “The Barn.” Sponsored by Mission Board, Rangeley Congregational Church-UCC, High Street. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, May 26: Baked bean, casserole supper 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., American Legion, Reynolds Avenue.

Strong, Saturday, June 2: Sandy River Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., American Legion Field. Free. Fishing, swimming, inner tube racing, fly casting and fly tying lessons, games. FMI: 684-4429.

Canton, Saturday, June 9: Summer Fest, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Municipal Building and ball field. Hosted by Volunteer Fire Department. FMI: Wayne or Mary Dube, 597-3043.

Farmington, Saturday, June 9: Contradance, 8 to 11 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street. Calling by John McIntire. Beginner/brush-up workshop at 7:30. $6, $15 family. No partner necessary, FMI: 397-2241; [email protected]; www.starleft.org.

Farmington, Friday, June 22: Concert, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, Robert’s Learning Center, University of Maine Farmington. Tired Starlings, James Eaton and The Feel Good Band, James Goselin, Cenedl. Free, donations welcome.

Rangeley, Sunday, July 29: “Foreigner” benefit concert, 5:30 p.m., Saddleback Mountain. Co-sponsored by Rangeley Region Health Center Inc. and 107.5 Frank FM. Gates open at 1 p.m. $40, tickets available at ticketmaster.com or 775-3331. $100 premium tickets are available by calling 864-4397. FMI: www.rangeleyhealth.org or www.1075frank.com.

Oxford Hills area

Fryeburg, Monday, May 14: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Route 5.

West Paris, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, May 14, 15, 16: Indoor rummage sale, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday and Tuesday; 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Ledgeview Living Center. Benefits the Resident Council.

Paris, Tuesday through Thursday, May 15 through 18: SAD 17 District Art Show for K-12 students, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 8 a.m. to noon, Friday, Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School.

Norway, Wednesday, May 16: Story time for children ages 2 to 5, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Norway, Thursday, May 17: Plant sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., The Progress Center, 35 Cottage St. Proceeds benefit the Consumer Activity Fund. FMI: 743-8049.

Paris, Thursday, May 17: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library. FMI: 743-6994.

Waterford, Thursday, May 17: Potluck community supper and square dance, 6 p.m., Wilkins House, behind Village Green on Plummer Hill. Hosts: Caren and James Long and Nancy and Fred Engdahl.

Norway, Friday, May 18: Plant sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Progress Center, 35 Cottage St. Proceeds benefit the Consumer Activity Fund. FMI: 743-8049.

Norway, Friday, May 18: Baby Boosters will provide children under 2 years old and their parents or other caregivers with rhymes, finger plays, songs, stories and other activities, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, Saturday, May 18, 19: Bake, yard sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 659 Park St. Benefits Tracy and Raymond Morin and family. FMI: Peggy, 357-7072.

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.

Bolster’s Mills, Saturday, May 19: Chicken pie supper, doors at 4 p.m., seating at 5 and 6 p.m., United Methodist Church. Adults $7, Children under 12 $3. Reservations taken Saturday 9 a.m. to 12. Call 583-9024.

Norway, Saturday, May 19: Rummage sale, 9 to 11:30 a.m., St. Catherine’s Church parish hall, 32 Paris St., by the Youth Ministry. Proceeds benefit retreats, charities for young people.

Otisfield, Saturday, May 19: Yard, plant sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Otisfield Community Hall, Route 121. Table rental $10. Benefits Otisfield Scholarship Fund and Responsible Pet Care Shelter. FMI: Anne or Lisa 539-9101, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

West Paris, Saturday, May 19: Buffet supper, 5 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St. Finnish, American foods. Adults $6, children under 12 $3.

Casco, Sunday, May 20: Medieval Day, 1 to 5 p.m., Public Library. Free. Activities including armored combat, music and dance, crafts, food, and games. For all ages.

Buckfield, Friday, May 25: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 5 High St.

Bridgton, Saturday, May 26: Lakes Environmental Association yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., in parking lot behind the LEA Center, 230 Main St. Lake Center open for tours. FMI: Sue Black, 647-8272; LEA, 647-8580; [email protected].

North Waterford, Saturday, May 26: Bobby Reed and the wild horses, 8 p.m. to midnight, Waterford World’s Fair, Green Road. Cost: $10. FMI, Penny, 583-4160.

Canton, Saturday, June 9: Summer Fest, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Canton Municipal Building and ball field. Hosted by Volunteer Fire Department. FMI: Wayne or Mary Dube, 597-3043.

River Valley area

Rumford, Tuesday, May 15: Maine Centers for Women, Work and Community workshop, 10 a.m. to noon, University College. FMI: Elaine, 743-9322 ext. 301 or 1-800-442-2092.

Mexico, Saturday, May 19: Flea markets, Green Church, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 163 Main St. FMI: Gail True, 562-4367.

Rumford, Sunday, May 20: Smothered beef dinner, noon to 1:30 p.m., Rumford Grange 115, Rumford Center. Take-out available. Adults, $7; children 12 and under, $3.50.

Bethel, Saturday, May 26: 8th annual Faye Taylor Memorial Art Show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dr. Moses Mason House. Sponsored by the Bethel Historical Society.

Mexico, Saturday, May 26: Mexico Gazebo, Family Fun Day, 9 a.m., chicken barbecue, 4 p.m., street dance follows. FMI: Deb Grant, 514-7639 or [email protected].

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.

Bethel, Saturday, June 2: Exhibit, “Great Water Road: The Androscoggin and its Valley,” first floor of the Robinson House. Hosted by the Bethel Historical Society.

Canton, Saturday, June 9: Summer Fest, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Canton Municipal Building and ball field. Hosted by Volunteer Fire Department. FMI: Wayne or Mary Dube, 597-3043.

Lewiston area

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, Monday, May 14: A talk about the history of Katahdin, John Neff, 6:30 p.m., Auburn Public Library. FMI: Rosemary Waltos, 333-6640 ext 2020.

Lewiston, Monday, May 14: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 150 East Ave.

Lewiston, Monday, May 14: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lewiston, Monday, May 14: Kid’s cooking club, 4 p.m., public library.

New Gloucester, Monday, May 14: American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Pineland Farms, 59 Pineland Drive.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 15: American Red Cross blood drive, 3 to 8 p.m., Bates College, Campus Avenue.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 15: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 15: Book buddies party, 3:30 p.m., public library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 15: Lewiston High School Speech Team presentation, 7 p.m., Callahan Hall, public library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 210; [email protected].

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.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 16: Book buddies party, 3:30 p.m., public library.

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.

Lewiston, Thursday, May 17: Art van, 3:30 p.m., public library.

Lewiston, Thursday, May 17: Great Falls Forum lunchtime lecture, 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., public library, 200 Lisbon St. Joan Macri on “Lewiston as a ‘College Town’: Creating a College-Going culture.” Free, bring lunch; bottled water, dessert provided for a modest charge. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 210; [email protected].

Lewiston, Thursday and Friday, May 17, 18: Vineyard Christian School’s “Return of Chop Suey…The Beast That Ate Milwaukee,” 7 p.m., Vineyard Education Center, 9 Foss Road. Doors open at 6 p.m. for dinner (food available for nominal fee). Adults, $5; students, $3. FMI: 784-9500.

Lewiston, Friday, May 18: Babytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lisbon, Friday, May 18: Potluck supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459, Route 196. Adults, $6; children under 10, $3. FMI: 353-5291 Wednesday through Friday after 4 p.m.

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.

Gray, Saturday, May 19: “Learn About Lyme Disease,” Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Maine Medical Center Research Institute information about ticks, control of tick-borne diseases. Ages 3 and under, free; $4, ages 5 to 12; $6, adults; $4.50, seniors; groups of 15 or more, $3 per person. FMI: 657-4977.

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.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 19: Inspired voices musical performance, 6 p.m., Franco-American Heritage Center. $15 advance, $20 at door. Benefits Tri-County Mental Health. FMI: Tina, 784-4110.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, May 19: Plant, craft sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lisbon United Methodist Church, 14 School St. Annuals, perennials, vegetables, shrubs, trees, baked goods. Benefits church’s community outreach missions. FMI: 353-4982.

Pownal, Saturday, May 19: Bean supper, sittings at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., First Parish Church, Pownal Center. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.50. Tickets at the door or reservations, 688-5533.

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, Sunday, May 20: Crepe breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., St. Louis Church, Third Street, New Auburn. Adults, $4; under 12, $3.25.

Mechanic Falls, Sunday, May 20: 8th annual Pine Tree State Country Music Association Award Show, 1 p.m., The Silver Spur, Route 121. $10, under 12, $3. Adult competitors, $6. FMI: Joan, 490-1232 or Russ, 542-3093.

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.

Lewiston, Monday, May 21: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lewiston, Monday, May 21: Kid’s cooking club, 4 p.m., public library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 22: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 22: Readings and discussion, Franco-American anthology “Canuck and Other Stories,” 3:30 p.m., Callahan Hall, public library, 200 Lisbon St. Editor Rhea Cté Robbins, translators Sylvie Charron, Jeannine Bacon Roy, Madeleine Roy. Free. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 210; [email protected].

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

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Androscoggin Bank, 70 Lincoln St.

Monmouth, Thursday, May 24: Plant sale and art show, 6 p.m., Henry L. Cottrell School, 169 Academy Road.

Buckfield, Friday, May 25: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 5 High St.

Lewiston, Friday, May 25: Babytime, 10 a.m., public library.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 26: Memorial Day parade, 9:30 a.m. Ceremony follows at Veterans Park. FMI: Bert Dutil, 786-2305; William Bradbury, 786-3732.

Lisbon, Friday, May 26: Memorial Day barbecue, noon to 1:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459, Route 196. $10; cut off date for tickets, May 18. FMI, 353-4879.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 29: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., public library.

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., Androscoggin Community room, public library. Hosted by Auburn Public Library’s English Tea Committee. Tickets at library circulation desk. Adults, $10; children under 12, $5. FMI: Kellie DeMers, 333-6640 ext. 2024.

Auburn, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, June 1, 2, 3: “Hidden: A Gender” play by Kate Bornstein, Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m., First Universalist Church of Auburn, 169 Pleasant St. Adults, $12; seniors and students, $10; matinee, adults $10, seniors and students $8. $2 discount on advance sales until May 27. No one under 16 admitted without a parent, guardian. Benefits church. FMI: 783-0461; [email protected].

Lewiston, Friday, June 1: Ice cream social, 2 to 3:30 p.m., The Toy Library,” A Place For Kids,” 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Friday, June 1: Neighbor to Neighbor Chorus concert, 7:30 p.m., St. Patrick’s Church. Benefits Jubilee Center and Sisters of Charity Food Pantry. $10 advance; $15 at door; available at St. Mary’s Gift Shop, Trinity Jubilee Center, 247 Bates St. (783-5700), Mission Effectiveness Office (777-8806). Non-perishable food item brought to the concert will be accepted.

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.

Auburn, Saturday, June 9: Barbecue dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church, Third Street, New Auburn. Adults, $6.50; under 12, $3.25.

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.

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, Sunday, June 17: Crepe breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., St. Louis Church, Third Street, New Auburn. Adults, $4; under 12, $3.25.