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, Thursday, July 17: Arts and crafts workshop: Favorite Character Collages, 3-4 p.m., Everyone’s Resource Depot, Education Center Room 009, UMF Campus, High and Lincoln streets. $1. FMI: 778-7150.

Farmington, Thursday, July 17: Maine Jazz Camp faculty concert, 8 p.m., Roberts Learning Center 131, University of Maine at Farmington. Free. FMI: 778-7758.

Livermore Falls, Thursday, July 17: Barry Wood concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Rangeley, Thursday, July 17: Summer fair and luncheon, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Main Street. Benefits community outreach.

Farmington, Friday, July 18: Preschool story hour, 10:15 a.m., Farmington Public Library.

Chesterville, Saturday, July 19: Bean supper, 4-6 p.m., Chesterville Grange, $6, children $3.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, July 19: Monica Baker concert, 1 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Rangeley, Saturday, July 19: Book and bake sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rangeley Public Library.

Rangeley, Saturday, July 19: Knit and crafts show and sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum, Route 16, one mile east of Rangeley. Free. FMI: 864-3421.

Farmington, Sunday, July 20: Maine Jazz Camp faculty concert, 8 p.m., Roberts Learning Center 131, University of Maine at Farmington. Free. FMI: 778-7758.

Livermore, Saturday, July 20: Music in the Meetinghouse: Silv’ry Seasons, 9 a.m., worship, 9:30 a.m., North Livermore Baptist Church.

Salem, Sunday, July 20: Narrow Gauge String Band, 1 p.m., Salem Community Building. Refreshments, donation box. Sponsored by Salem Pine Tree Club.

Farmington, Monday, July 21: Maine Jazz Camp faculty concert, 8 p.m., Roberts Learning Center 131, University of Maine at Farmington. Free. FMI: 778-7758.

Livermore Falls, Monday, July 21: Terry Moore concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Farmington, Tuesday, July 22: Maine Jazz Camp concert, 8 p.m., UMF Roberts Learning Center 131. Free. FMI: 778-7758.

Farmington, Tuesday, July 22: Arts and crafts workshop “Paper Creations,” 3-4 p.m., UMF Education Center, Room 009, High and Lincoln streets. $1. All ages. FMI: 778-7150.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, July 22: Barry Wood concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Oquossoc, Tuesday, July 22: Candlelight concert, 7:30 p.m., Log Church. $10. Sponsored by Rangeley Friends of the Arts.

Farmington, Wednesday, July 23: Maine Jazz Camp faculty concert, 8 p.m., Roberts Learning Center, University of Maine at Farmington. FMI: 778-7758.

Farmington, Wednesday, July 23: Baby Rhymes, 10:15 a.m., Farmington Public Library.

Rangeley, Wednesday, July 23: Ladies community breakfast, 7 a.m., American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Hall, Main Street. FMI: 864-5475.

Farmington, Thursday, July 24: Arts and crafts workshop “Paper Creations,” 3-4 p.m., UMF Education Center, Room 009, High and Lincoln Streets. $1. FMI: 778-7150.

Farmington, Thursday, July 24: Maine Jazz Camp concert, 8 p.m., UMF Roberts Learning Center 131. Free and open to public. FMI: 778-7758.

Livermore Falls, Thursday, July 24: Nickles & Dimes in concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Rangeley, Friday and Saturday, July 25 and 26: Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Festival, Friday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., various locations, music, museum exhibits, more. FMI: 864-5595.

Farmington, Friday, July 25: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church lobster roll lunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Meetinghouse Park. $9.50. To pre-order call 645-2639.

Farmington, Friday, July 25: Bake sale, noon-6:30 p.m., United Way Office, 232 Broadway. Benefits United Way and member agencies.

Farmington, Saturday, July 26: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Farmington Elks Ball Field, Marvel Street. FMI: 778-6761.

New Sharon, Saturday, July 26: New Sharon Days, Congregational Church. Tables, games for kids, cotton candy, etc. FMI: 778-3163.

Livermore, Sunday, July 27: Music in Meetinghouse, Bing and Nancy Crosby, 9 a.m., worship, 9:30 a.m., North Livermore Baptist Church.

Livermore Falls, Sunday, July 27: Emmanuel Assembly of God concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Oquossoc, Sunday, July 27: St. Lukes chicken barbecue, noon-3 p.m., Rangeley Region Guides & Sportsmen’s Association, Skiway Road.

Farmington, Sunday, July 27: Blessing of the Bikes by the Rev. Stu Cameron, 11 a.m., Old South First Congregational Church. Worship, 9:30 a.m. Bring nonperishable food or personal care items for pantry. Cash accepted. FMI: 778-5948.

Livermore Falls, Monday, July 28: Terry Moore concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, July 29: Silver & Gold concert, 6-8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo.

Farmington, Tuesday, July 29: Arts and crafts workshop “Sticky Pictures,” 3-4 p.m., Everyone’s Resource Depot, Education Center Room 009, UMF Campus, High and Lincoln streets. $1. All ages. FMI: 778-7150.

Oxford Hills area

Norway, Thursday, July 17: Film series about food sources and issues, 7 p.m., in the Commons, 443 Main St. Donation at door. Post-film discussion, refreshments. FMI: Gail at Fare Share Co-op 597-2556.

Norway, Friday, July 18: Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School FFA Chapter barbecue and bake sale, 5 p.m., during Cruise Night, LF PIke parking lot, Main Street. Chapter’s main fundraiser for the summer.

Paris, Friday, July 18: Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Four Seasons Function Center, 187 Main St. Benefits Josh Adams. $8. Band, One Step Ahead. Raffles. FMI: Tammy, 890-9599.

Waterford, Friday-Sunday, July 18-20: Waterford’s World’s Fair, Green Road, off Route 35. FMI: www.nwwf08.org.

West Paris, Friday, July 18: Potluck supper, 6 p.m., Universalist-Unitarian Church. Bring casserole, salad or dessert. Nature slides follow meal.

Bolsters Mills, Saturday, July 19: “Famous” chicken pie supper, first seating 5 p.m., second seating 6 p.m., third seating to follow if needed, Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church. $7, children under 12 $3. Reservations accepted on Saturday between 9 a.m. and noon by confirmation. Do not leave a message. FMI: 583-9024.

Bridgton, Saturday, July 19: Farmer’s Market Festival, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bridgton Community Center. Highland Strings Trio and Low Tide String Band, artist David Casagrande, childrens’ activities.

Bridgton, Saturday, July 19: Art in the Park with metalsmith Laura Guptill, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Shorey Park. Rain date July 20. FMI: www.LauraGuptillJewelry.com.

Oxford, Saturday, July 19: Garage sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oxford Public Safety Building, Route 26, by Oxford Fire Relief Organization for fire equipment.

Paris, Saturday, July 19: Pie sale, 9 a.m. until sold out, Paris Hill. Pies by ladies of Deering Memorial United Methodist Church.

Paris Hill, Saturday, July 19: Founders Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the Green on Paris Hill. Antique appraisals 2-4 p.m. Auto collection, music, food, wagon rides, craft fair, raffles. FMI: 743-2980 or [email protected].

Paris, Saturday, July 19: Dance, Jones Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter.

West Paris, Sunday, July 20: Open house, 2-4 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St.

Harrison, Monday, July 21: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-7 p.m., United Parish Congregational Church, Main Street.

Harrison, Tuesday, July 22: Sebago-Long Lake concert series, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theater. $20, under 21 free. FMI: 583-6747 or www.sebagomusicfestival.org.

Bridgton, Wednesday, July 23: Lunch speaker series: Debra Snyder, 12:15-12:45 p.m., Bridgton Public Library. FMI: Peter Bollen 647-4062 or George Bradt 647-2389.

Hebron, Wednesday, July 23: Library open, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; story times 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Hebron Station School.

Mechanic Falls, Wednesday, July 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-7 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Norway, Thursday, July 24: Film series about food sources and issues, 7 p.m., in the Commons, 443 Main St. Donation at door. Post-film discussion, refreshments. FMI: Gail at Fare Share Co-op 597-2556.

Paris, Friday, July 25: Dance, Jones Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter.

Paris, Friday, July 25: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church. Sponsored by Ladies Circle. $6, under 12 $3.

Bethel, Saturday, July 26: Ripley Band Festival, noon-6:30 p.m., Bethel Historical Society’s Dr. Moses Mason House. Free. FMI: 824-2908 or (800) 824-2910, or e-mail [email protected], www.bethelhistorical.org.

Bethel, Saturday, July 26: Supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange. $7, under 13, $3.

Paris, Saturday, July 26: Dance, Lolalee & The Country Bandits, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall Post 72, Church Street. $6. Door prizes, 50/50, food, bar.

Paris, Saturday, July 26: Used book sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., corner of Main Street and Skillings Ave. (former Paris Farmers’ Union). Nothing over $1. Benefits Paris Public Library. FMI: 743-6994, [email protected].

Bridgton, Saturday, July 26: Psychic fair, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maine Center for Spiritual Enrichment, 328 Main St. FMI: 647-5799.

Paris, Saturday, July 26: “Weed & Feed,” 9 a.m. to noon, McLaughlin Garden, 97 Main St. Parking on Western Avenue. Free. Pre-registration required. FMI: 743-8820, www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Oxford, Sunday, July 27: Family fun day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Paine Road. Sponsored by Lake Thompson Fish & Game.

Waterford, Sunday, July 27: Open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Waterford Library.

West Paris, Sunday, July 27: Open house, 2-4 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St.

Harrison, Tuesday, July 29: Sebego-Long Lake Music Festival summer concert: Portland Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Deertrees Theatre. $20, free under 21.

River Valley area

Dixfield, Thursday, July 17: Public Lobster Roll Supper, 5 p.m. until sold out, Dixfield Congregational Church. $7.50 (for those who do not like lobster, there will be chicken rolls for $6.) Takeouts available. Call ahead 562-4562 and order or just drop in.

Rumford, Thursday, July 17: Smokey Bear and Jay Bernard of Maine Forest Service, 3 p.m., Public Library. Part of Summer Fest.

Rumford, Friday, July 18: Picnic in park with Michelle Boucher-Ladd, noon, Public Library. Part of Summer Fest. Bring lunch and blanket. Rain or Shine.

Rumford, Friday, July 18: Music by Tony Belskis and Friends, 8 p.m. to midnight, American Legion Post 24, 184 Congress St. $5. FMI: 369-9053.

Andover, Saturday, July 19: Christmas in July toy run and raffle ride, 10 a.m., leave from and return to Grimaldi Field. Sponsored by The Roxbury ATV Riders. Free BBQ. 50/50 raffle. Benefits Rumford/Mexico Santa’s Helpers; Peru/Dixfield Christmas for Parents; Bethel’s Christmas for Families; and Andover, Roxbury and Byron Families in Crisis.

Rumford Center, Saturday, July 19: Food & Treasures sale, 8 a.m to 4 p.m., Meeting House, Rumford Center Village. FMI: 364-7457 or 364-7485.

Mexico, Tuesday, July 22: Beekeeper Carol Cottrell talks about bees and beekeeping, 10 a.m., Calvin Lyons Hall, next to library. Honey tasting included. FMI: Mexico Public Library 364-3281 or [email protected].

Dixfield, Wednesday, June 23: Jigs and reels concert by Jim Roy and Jodie Kazregis, 6 p.m., Gazebo at Village Green. Free. Bring chairs. Hosted by Dixfield Economic Development Committee.

Bethel, Saturday, July 26: Ripley Band Festival, noon-6:30 p.m., Bethel Historical Society’s Dr. Moses Mason House. Free. FMI: 824-2908 or (800) 824-2910, or e-mail [email protected], www.bethelhistorical.org.

Mexico, Tuesday, July 29: Jim Nutting “Big Enthusiast” program, 10 a.m., Mexico Public Library. Ages 2-12. FMI: Mexico Public Library, 364-3281, [email protected].

Lewiston area

Lewiston, Thursday, July 17: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main Street.

Auburn, Friday, July 18: Teen open mic, 5:30 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Friday, July 18: Cumberland Valley Quartet concert, 7 p.m., Good Shepherd Food Bank, 3121 Hotel Road. Free.

Auburn, Friday and Saturday, July 18-19: “Looking for Normal,” 7:30 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St. Under 13 w/parent, $10, $8 students/seniors. FMI: 783-0461 or www.auburnuu.org.

Auburn, Friday, July 18: Teen open mic, 5:30 p.m., Androscoggin Community Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Ages 13-18. Sign up at 5 p.m. Refreshments. FMI: Sally 333-6640 ext. 4 or [email protected].

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, July 18: Loaves and Fishes flea market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 762 Sabattus Road parking lot. Sponsored by Dominican Sisters.

Auburn, Saturday, July 19: “A Cut Above the Band” fundraiser for Locks of Love, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Festival Plaza. Giveaways, raffles, music and childrens’ entertainment. Sponsors and volunteers needed. FMI: Taylor-Paige Cote, [email protected], 577-7176.

Auburn, Saturday, July 19: Scabble Day, 60th anniversary of Scrabble Brand Crossword Game, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: Sharon Hawkes 333-6640 ext. 2023 or [email protected].

Gray, Saturday, July 19: “All About Owls” night hike, 8-10 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Bring flashlight. FMI: 657-4977.

Lewiston, Saturday, July 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 12 Foss Road.

Litchfield, Saturday, July 19; Community Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Leo’s Church, Route 126/9. Rain or shine.

New Gloucester, Saturday, July 19: Smorgasbord supper and bottle drive, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake, Sabbathday Road. $7.50, 12 and under $3.50. Groups welcome. Benefits youth campers.

New Gloucester, Saturday, July 19: Bean supper, 5-6 p.m., AMVETS Post #6, Route 100. $6, under 12 $2, under 6 free.

Sabattus, Saturday, July 19: Loaves and Fishes flea market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dominic an Sisters convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Small donation items accepted. For large donations, call Ellie 577-9364.

Winthrop, Saturday, July 19: Breakfast, 7-9 a.m., Winthrop Grange, Old Lewiston Road. $6, under 12 $3. Benefits community and grange projects.

Greene, Saturday, July 20: Spaghetti supper to benefit Larry Langlais (long-time volunteer firefighter battling pancreatic cancer), 4:30-6:30 p.m., Greene Fire Department, Patten Road. $6, under 12, $4. FMI: 946-5750.

Gray, Monday, July 21: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30-7 p.m., Saint Gregory, 24 North Raymond Road.

Poland Spring, Monday, July 21: Mollyockett Chorus and “Meant to Be” quartet, 7 p.m., All Souls Chapel.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 22: Maryland Boychoir concert, 7:30 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St.. Free and open to the public. FMI: 782-3221.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 22: American Red Cross blood drive, noon-7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 22: Lewiston Farmers’ Market, 2-6 p.m., Kennedy Park, corner of Bates and Pine streets. FMI: Sarah Davis, 777-5131, [email protected].

Turner, Tuesday, July 22: American Red Cross blood drive, 2-7 p.m., Masonic Hall, Weston Street.

Auburn, Wednesday, July 23: Auburn Community Band presents “Forgotten But Unforgettable,” 7-8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main Street. Free. Bring chairs. FMI: 333-6601 ext. 2108 or www.auburncommunityband.org.

Greene, Wednesday, July 23: Downeast Boys performance, 6:30 p.m., Greene Baptist Church. Offering will be taken.

Hebron, Wednesday, July 23: Library open, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; story times 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Hebron Station School.

Lewiston, Wednesday, July 23: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Mechanic Falls, Wednesday, July 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-7 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Greene, Thursday, July 24: Mollyockett Chorus, 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. Air-conditioned. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 946-5311.

Lewiston, Thursday, July 24: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Friday, July 25: “Sounds of the Cities” concert, 7 p.m., Lewiston High School’s Green Ladle Cafe, East Avenue. Featuring students from Lewiston High School and Edward Little High School. $7 or 2 for $12. Benefits schools’ drama clubs.

Lisbon, Friday, July 25: Smothered beef supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, 27 Village St. $6.50, 12 and under $3, preschool free. Sponsored by Nina Rebekah Lodge #86 and Sabattus River Lodge #21.

Greene, Friday, July 25: Mollyockett Chorus, 2 and 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. Air-conditioned. FMI: 946-5311.

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, July 25-26: Loaves and Fishes flea market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 726 Sabattus Road parking lot. Sponsored by Dominican Sisters. FMI: Ellie 577-9364.

Buckfield, Saturday, July 26: Benefit supper for Greg Bessey, 5-7 p.m., Masonic Hall. Donations.

Gray, Saturday, July 26: Wood sculpture, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Bring camera and earplugs. FMI: 657-4977.

Gray, Saturday, July 26: Bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church, Route 115. $7, under 12 $3. Handicapped accessible. FMI: 657-4279, day of supper 657-3279.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, July 26: Bean and ham supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Lisbon Methodist Church, School Street. $6, children $2.50. Sponsored by Methodist Women. FMI: 353-8951.

New Gloucester, Saturday, July 26: Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Amvet Hall, Route 100. FMI: Pat Kiley, 926-4232.

Sabattus, Saturday, July 26: Loaves and Fishes flea market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dominican Sisters convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Accepting small donations; for large donations call Ellie 577-9364.

Poland, Saturday, July 26: Benefit supper for Shirl Willey, 5 p.m., Poland Community Church, 1212 Maine St, Route 26. $7.50, children $3. FMI: Dick Goldsberry 998-5710.

Wayne, Saturday, July 26: Fundraising supper, 6 p.m., Androscoggin Yacht Club, off Route 113. $6, under 10 $3. 50/50.

Auburn, Sunday, July 27: African Children’s Choir, 6 p.m., East Auburn Baptist Church, 9 Church St. Free, offering taken.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 29: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Poland, Tuesday, July 29: Pick-up field hockey games, 6 -7:30 p.m., Poland Regional High School Field Hockey Field. Free.

Lewiston, Tuesday, July 29: Farmers’ Market, 2-6 p.m., Kennedy Park, corner of Bates and Pine streets. FMI: Sarah Davis, 777-5131, [email protected].