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-Sunday, May 13-17: The Sandy River Players presents Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None,” performances at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, and a 2 p.m. matinee Sunday, the University of Maine at Farmington’s Alumni Theater. Tickets are available at Mickey’s Hallmark or call 779-7084. Cost: Adults $12, Students/Senior Citizens $10, UMF Students with ID $8. Special discount on May 13. FMI: Sandy River Players by visiting www.sandyriverplayers.org.

New Sharon, Thursday, May 14: Story hour, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library, 37 Library Road. Crafts, snacks. FMI: 779-1128.

Livermore Falls, Friday, May 15: “Hands and Hearts for God” puppet show, 7 p.m., Eaton Memorial UMC, corner of Church and Knapp Streets. Freewill offering. All ages.

Chesterville, Saturday, May 16: Public baked bean supper, 4 to 6 p.m., Chesterville Grange. Cost: Adults $7, children $3.

Farmington, Saturday, May 16: Mount Blue Area Garden Club’s annual plant sale, 9 a.m., Meetinghouse Park. Perennials of all kinds will be featured. Bring a box for your plants. FMI: 645-2067.

Fayette, Saturday, May 16: Fayette Family Fun Festival. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fayette Central School, 2023 Main St. (Rte. 17). Rain date May 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission: Adults $5, Children $3. Lunch available. Proceeds to benefit the Fayette School and Home Association. FMI: Heather at 685-4363.

Jay, Saturday, May 16: Plant and vegetable seedlings sale, 8-11 a.m., Otis Federal Credit Union. Sponsored by Fighting Hearts Team of Relay for Life. FMI: Laurie Pratt 585-2336.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, May 16: Potluck supper, 4:30-6 p.m., American Legion Hall, Reynolds Avenue. $7/$5. Door prize. FMI: 897-3389.

Wilton, Saturday, May 16: The Tyngtown Club’s annual plant and bake sale sale, 8 to 11 a.m., Academy Hill School cafeteria. All proceeds will support the Wilton Free Public Library and the Wilton Early Childhood Center. FMI: Zetta Wojcik at [email protected].

Jay, Sunday, May 17: MCMA Country Music Sunday 1 to 5 p.m., Jay Community Building. Cost: Adults $7, MCMA members $6, ages 6-17 $3, under 6 free. FMI: 645-2472.

Livermore Falls, Sunday, May 17: “Hands and Hearts for God” puppet show, 10:30 a.m., Eaton Memorial UMC, corner of Church and Knapp Streets. Free will offering. All ages.

South Carthage, Sunday, May 17: Evergreen in concert, 3 p.m., Skye Theatre, 2 Highland Dr. FMI: Phill McIntyre 491-0273.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, May 23: Indoor yard and food sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m, Eaton Memorial United Methodist Church, corner of Church and Knapp streets. Rain or shine.

New Sharon, Saturday, May 23: Bean and casserole supper, 5-6:30 p.m., United Methodist Church Annex. $7, under 12 $2. Sponsored by Woman’s Society.

Rangeley, Saturday, May 23: Prose, Pies and Plants sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Public Library.

Oxford Hills area

Mechanic Falls, Wednesday, May 13: Masonic Family Appreciation potluck supper and meeting of Dwinal Chapter 28 Order of the Eastern Star, 6:30 p.m., Masonic Hall, Route 11. Nonmembers please RSVP to Kathy Williamson 783-4872.

Otisfield, Wednesday, May 13: The Maine Audubon Society lecture “Significant Wildlife Habitat,” 7 p.m., Otisfield Town Hall, Rte. 121. Supported by a Maine Outdoor Heritage Grant. The talk will be of interest to landowners, land trusts, lake organizations. Free and open to the public.

Bethel, Thursday through Saturday, May 14-16: “Fiddler on the Roof,” 7 p.m., Helen C. Berry Auditorium. Donations. FMI: 824-2136.

Bryant Pond, Thursday, May 14: Story teller Alvin Yates talking about experiences working in Russia and Alaska, 2 p.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Free. Refreshments.

Paris, Thursday, May 14: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Fryeburg, Friday-Sunday, May 15-17: The Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower Show, May 15, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; May 16, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; May 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Fryeburg Fairgrounds, Route 5. Cost: General admission $8, seniors $6 (65+), youths $4, children under 6 free. Group rates available. FMI: www.HomeGardenFlowerShow.com, or Karla Flicker, show producer, [email protected], 1-800-359-2033 or 935-2845.

Oxford, Friday, May 15: O. Henry short story play by Oxford Hills Christian Academy Drama Team, 7 p.m., Hosanna New Testament Church, Schoolhouse Road. $5, students $3 at door or in advance at the academy. FMI: 743-5970.

Bolster Mills, Saturday, May 16: Chicken pie supper, seatings at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and later if needed, United Methodist Church. $7, under 12 $3. Reservations day of supper from 9 a.m. to noon by confirmation. Do not leave a message. Handicap accessible. FMI: 583-9024.

Fryeburg, Saturday, May 16: Take-A-Chance auction, viewing 5-7 p.m., drawing starts at 7 p.m., Fryeburg Fair Grounds. Sponsored by Saco Valley 4-H Beef, Dairy and Sheep Club. FMI: 935-2248.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 16: Rock-O-Dundee Riders snowmobile club dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, Silver Spur, Route 121. Music by the BelAirs, 50/50 raffle, lunch bar. Proceeds benefit scholarship and building funds. Cost: $10 per person; tickets available at the door. Reservations: 539-2616 or 539-2322.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 16: Bake sale and car wash, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 150. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary.

Norway, Saturday, May 16: Bean and ham supper, 5-6:30 p.m., The Lodge Hall, 9 Temple St. $7, 12 and under $4. Takeout available.

Norway, Saturday, May 16: Rummage sale, 9-11:30 a.m., St. Catherine’s Church parish hall, 32 Paris St. Sponsored by the Youth Ministry. Benefits retreats and charities for young people.

Norway, Saturday, May 16: Bean supper, 5:30-7:30 p.m., St. Catherine’s Church, 32 Paris St. $6, seniors and ages 5-12 $4, under 5 free. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

Oxford, Saturday, May 16: O. Henry short stories play by Oxford Hills Christian Academy Drama Team, 2 p.m., Hosanna New Testament Church, Schoolhouse Road. $5, students $3 at door or in advance at the academy. FMI: 743-5970.

Paris, Saturday, May 16: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Adults. Lunch counter.

Waterford, Saturday, May 16: Spaghetti dinner and dance, dinner 5:30-7 p.m., Memorial School gym. $7, children over 6 $4. Bingo for kids from 7-8 p.m. Raffles $5 at Melby’s or Peter at 583-4502. Benefits Danno of Springer’s Store.

West Paris, Saturday, May 16: Finnish and American buffet supper, 5 p.m., Finnish American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St. $7, children $3.50.

Buckfield, Sunday, May 17: Great Strides 6.2 mile walk to cure cystic fibrosis, 9 a.m., Town Office. FMI: Bev 739-9020 or 336-2539.

Oxford, Sunday, May 17: Driving Fun Day, registration 8:30 a.m., starts at 9 a.m., Oxford County Fairgrounds, off Route 26. Sponsored by Maine Pony Teamsters. FMI: 674-2367, leave name and number.

West Paris, Sunday, May 17: Gospel concert by Reg and Gretchen Dunneman, 7 p.m., West Paris Baptist Church. FMI: Pastor Bruce Tyler 674-2968.

Fryeburg, Monday, May 18: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Gibson Recreation Center, 745 Main St.

Otisfield, Tuesday, May 19: Otisfield Food Pantry Open, 10 a.m. to noon, Spurrs Corner Church, Rte. 121. FMI: 583-4780, 627-4329.

South Paris, Thursday, May 21: Preschool story time: “Dog and Bear,” 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or www.paris.lib.me.us.

Fryeburg, Friday, May 22: John Jorgenson Quintet concert, 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m., Fryeburg Academy Performing Arts Center. $20, 18 and under and 65 and over $15 at door or northatlanticarts.org. Sponsored by The North Atlantic Arts Alliance. FMI: 935-2001 ext. 3102 or [email protected].

Bethel, Saturday, May 23: St. Never’s Day sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., corner of Broad and Mason streets. Wide range of “treasures.” Table rentals $20, or to have donations picked up, call 824-2908 or 800-824-2910. Sponsored by Bethel Historical Society.

Bridgton, Saturday, May 23: Flea market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Community Center, 15 Depot St. For space rental, call Lorraine 647-3116.

Locke Mills, Saturday, May 23: Spring fling sale, 8 a.m. to noon, Union Church. Sponsored by the Ladies Circle. Starting at 11 a.m. Some items at $1 per bag.

Turner, Saturday, May 23: Flea market, bake sale and chicken barbecue, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Turner Grange 23, Route 117.

West Paris, Saturday and Sunday, May 23-24: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Trap Corner, Route 26. Sponsored by Ring McKeen American Legion Post 151. To donate good quality items, call 674-2346 or 674-5143.

Stoneham, Sunday, May 24: Memorial Day breakfast, 7-10 a.m., Stoneham Rescue. $5, children $2.50. Come meet the new chief.

River Valley area

Bethel, Thursday through Saturday, May 14-16: “Fiddler on the Roof,” 7 p.m., Helen C. Berry Auditorium. Donations. FMI: 824-2136.

Mexico, Saturday, May 16: Car wash by Memiers Misfitz team, 9 a.m., Mexico Fire Station. Benefits River Valley Relay for Life.

Dixfield, Monday, May 18: Preschool storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Rumford, Friday and Saturday, May 22 and 23: Yard sale/plant sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 75 Holyoke Ave. Abbie’s Avengers Fundraiser (Relay for Life Team). FMI: Tracy 344-9150.

Andover, Saturday and Sunday, May 23-24: Ellis River Riders horse show, starting at 9 a.m., Airport Road. Spectators free. FMI: Sandy Cole 890-6990 or www.ellisriverriders.com.

Bethel, Saturday, May 23: St. Never’s Day sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., corner of Broad and Mason streets. Wide range of “treasures.” Table rentals $20, or to have donations picked up, call 824-2908 or 800-824-2910. Sponsored by Bethel Historical Society.

Rumford, Saturday, May 23: Flea market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church.

South Paris, Saturday, May 23: Jones Dance Band, 7 to 10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. Adults $5. Lunch counter open.

Lewiston area

Freeport, Wednesday, May 13: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Pinetree Academy, 67 Pownal Road.

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 13: Reading Dog, 5:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Call the library to reserve a five to 10 minute spot (or longer). FMI: www.lplonline.org/kids, 513-3133.

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 13: Book Buddies, 3:45 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Grades 1 to 6. FMI: http://lplonline.org/kids/?page_id=24, 513-3133.

Freeport, Thursday, May 14: American Red Cross blood drive, noon-5 p.m., Wilburs of Maine, 174 Lower Maine St.

Lewiston, Thursday, May 14: Peek-A-Boo puppet show, 9:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Free with admission. FMI: Vanessa 782-1112 or [email protected].

Auburn, Friday, May 15: Fishing, Golf Tournament for the Good Shepherd Food-Bank, registration starts 5:30 a.m., late registration must be present at 5:30 a.m., registered fishing teams can start fishing at daybreak, fishing ends at 9 a.m., golfing begins at 10 a.m., Fox Ridge Golf Club. Fee: $75 per player, checks payable to Good Shepherd Food-Bank/Fishing, Golf Hole sponsorship is $200, tee box $100/Greens $100 or $50 for half of either. Rain or shine. FMI: 777-golf (4653).

Auburn, Friday, May 15: Teen open mic, 6 p.m., Public Library’s Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Donation of can of food for Auburn Food Pantry. FMI: Sally 333-6640 ext. 4 or [email protected].

Auburn, Friday, May 15: Celebrity Waiter Dinner, 6 p.m., Martindale Country Club. $30, table of 10 $250. Benefits Sexual Assault Crisis Center. Tickets and FMI: SACC 784-5272.

Lewiston, Friday, May 15: Babytime Storytime, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Libson St. Ages up to 2. No preregistration necessary. FMI: 513-3004, ext. 3504, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lisbon, Friday, May 15: Spaghetti and meatballs supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Lisbon VFW Post 9459. Cost: Adult $6, child $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Auburn, Saturday, May 16: The Andy Valley Knights of Columbus, Council 8742, last bean and American chop suey supper of the season, 4:30 to 6 p.m., basement of St. Louis Church, Third Street. Cost: Adults $6, children 12 and under $3.

Gray, Saturday, May 16: Sparks Ark: conflicts with wildlife by Dave Sparks, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. FMI: 657-4977.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 16: Field trip: New Gloucester Marsh and Pineland Farms, 7 a.m. to noon, Stanton Bird Club. FMI: 782-5238 or stantonbirdclug.org.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 16: Reading Dog program, noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Call 513-3133 to reserve spot to read to a dog. FMI: www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 16: Midcoast Symphony Orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Franco-American Heritage Center. $13 in advance at Heritage Center, $15 at door, 21 and under free. FMI; 371-2780 or www.midcoastsymphony.org.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 16: Benefit car wash for the animals at the Humane Society, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, Strawberry Avenue. Donations are welcome. 783-2311 or visit the Web site at www.gahumane.org.

Lewiston, Saturday, May 16: Matt and Jason Tardy aka “TWO” juggling duo, 7 p.m., Multi-Purpose Center gym, 145 Birch St. $2. Sponsored by Lewiston Public Library. FMI: 513-3050.

Lisbon, Saturday, May 16: Plant and shrub sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., United Methodist Church, 14 School St. Baked goods for sale.

Lisbon, Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17: Yard sale, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., American Legion Post 158, 10 Webster Road. Table rentals $10.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, May 16: Boiled dinner, 5-6 p.m., Masonic Hall, Oak Street. $7, under 12 $3.50, preschool free. Sponsored by Ancient York Lodge #155.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 16, Rock-O-Dundee Riders snowmobile club dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, Silver Spur, Route 121. Music by the BelAirs, 50/50 raffle, lunch bar. Proceeds benefit scholarship and building funds. Cost: $10 per person; tickets available at the door. Reservations: 539-2616 or 539-2322.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 16: Bake sale and car wash, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 150. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary.

Minot, Saturday, May 16: Roast turkey supper, 5-6 p.m., United Methodist Church. $6, children $3. FMI: Allen Messer 998-6005.

New Gloucester, Saturday, May 16: Stanton Bird Club field trip to New Gloucester Marsh and Pineland Farms, 7 a.m. to noon, leaving from J.C. Penney, Auburn, parking lot at 7 a.m. Free, nonmembers invited. FMI: Tom Hayward 782-5238.

New Gloucester, Saturday, May 16: Bean supper, 5-6 p.m., Amvets Post 6. $7, children $3, under 6 free.

Sabattus, Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17: Garage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Rd. Benefits Loaves and Fishes. FMI: Kathy 375-8399 or 212-7674.

Wales, Saturday, May 16: Turkey supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Rte. 132. Sponsored by the Wales Presbyterian Women. FMI: Alice 375-8382 or Marilyn 375-6604.

Auburn, Sunday, May 17: Celebration of Spring: 2.6 mile walk/run, registration 8 a.m., starts 9 a.m., celebration of hope 10 a.m., AHCH Hospice House, 236 Stetson Road. Benefits Kathleen M. Whalen Fund of AHCH. Registration forms at AHCH office on Strawberry Ave., Hospice House, or ahch.org. FMI: 795-9428.

Auburn, Sunday, May 17: Crepe breakfast, 8:30-10 a.m., St. Louis Church, Third Street. $5, 6-12 $2.50, 5 and under free.

Auburn, Sunday, May 17: Katie Nelson and Scott Troyer concert, 6 p.m., Court Street Baptist Court, 129 Court St. Love offering collected. Refreshments. FMI: 784-6661 or [email protected].

Auburn, Wednesday, May 20: Stanton Bird Club field trip along Androscoggin River, 7 a.m., meet at 1128 Riverside Dr. Free, nonmembers invited. FMI: Tom Hayward 782-5238.

Buckfield, Sunday, May 17: Great Strides 6.2 mile walk to cure cystic fibrosis, 9 a.m., Town Office. FMI: Bev 739-9020 or 336-2539.

Lewiston, Sunday, May 17: Dance with music by Wild Horse, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. 21 and over. FMI: 784-0389.

Lisbon, Sunday, May 17: Breakfast, 7:30-10:30 a.m., American Legion Post 158, 10 Webster Road. $5.

Sabattus, Sunday, May 17: Buffet breakfast, 7:30-10 a.m., American Legion Post 135. $6, 10 and under $3.

Auburn, Monday, May 18: Lyme disease talk, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2023.

Lewiston, Monday, May 18: Kids’ cooking club for ages 7-14, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space limited. Sign up at 513-3133. FMI: Denise at Lots to Gardens 755-3110.

Lewiston, Monday, May 18: All-ages story time, 6:30 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 19: Gooey Gunk Craft, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Toy Library, 134 College St. Free with admission. FMI: [email protected], http://toylibrarymaine.com/calendar.html.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 19: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 to 5. FMI: 513-3004, ext. 3504, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 19: Stanton Bird Club walk, 6-8:30 a.m., meet at Hathorn Hall, Bates College. Free, nonmembers invited. FMI: Tom Hayward 782-5238.

Gray, Wednesday, May 20: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-7 p.m., Newbegin Center, Main Street.

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 20: Picnic basket craft, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Free with admission. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected].

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 20: Spaghetti supper, 4-6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Church hall, 1080 Lisbon St. $6, 12 and under $3. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 12652. Benefits supplies for church hall kitchen.

Lewiston, Wednesday, May 20: Reading Dog program, 5:30 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Call 513-3133 to reserve spot to read to a dog.

Lewiston, Thursday, May 21: Music and movement with Jennifer Gifford, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Admission plus $3. FMI: Vanessa at 782-1112 or [email protected].

Lewiston, Thursday, May 21: Great Falls Forum lecture: “Boomers and Their Brains: Heading Off Memory Loss into the Golden Years”, noon-1 p.m., Callahan Hall, Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Free. Bring brown bag lunch. FMI: 513-3050.

Monmouth, Thursday, May 21: Plant sale and art show, 4-7 p.m., Henry L. Cottrell School. Raffle for “traditional log cabin” quilt.

Sabattus, Thursday, May 21: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Town Hall, 190 Middle Road.

Lewiston, Friday, May 22: “Just Us” in concert, 7 p.m., Multi-Purpose Center, 145 Birch St. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds go to the Lewiston Senior Citizens Program. Open to the public. Cost: $5 in advance, $6 at the door. Tickets available at the Lewiston Senior Citizens Office at the Multi-Purpose Center or from members of the Lewiston Senior Citizens. FMI: LSC office 784-2926, ext. 207.

Lewiston, Friday, May 22: Babytime Storytime, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Ages up to 2. No preregistration necessary. FMI: 513-3004, ext. 3504, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Gray, Saturday, May 23: 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.

Gray, Saturday through Monday, May 23-25: Plant sale, regular park hours, Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Sponsored by Friends of the Maine Wildlife Park volunteers. FMI: 657-4977.

Lisbon, Saturday, May 23: Bean and ham supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Methodist Church, School Street. $6, 6-12 years $3, 5 and under free. Sponsored by the Methodist Women. FMI: 353-8951.

Sabattus, Saturday and Sunday, May 23-24: Garage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Benefits Loaves and Fishes. FMI: Kathy 375-8399 or 212-7674.

Turner, Saturday, May 23: Flea market, bake sale and chicken barbecue, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Turner Grange 23, Route 117.

Lewiston, Sunday, May 24: Dance with music by Steve and the Good Old Boys, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Singles and couples, 21 and over. FMI: 784-0389.

Lewiston, Tuesday, May 26: Stanton Bird Club walk, 6-8:30 a.m., meet at Hathorn Hall, Bates College. Free, nonmembers invited. FMI: Tom Hayward 782-5238.