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

Jay, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7-9: Country music jamboree, starts 7 p.m. Friday, Where the Heck are We Campground, Davenport Road.

Livermore, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7-9: Bonnets and Petticoats: An Exhibit of Victorian Clothing with a seamstress workshop, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Washburn-Norlands Living History Center, 290 Norlands Road. $5. FMI: 897-4366 or www.norlands.org.

Wilton, Friday, August 7: Chicken Barbecue, 5 to 6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, Main St. Eat in or take out. Cost: Regular meal (½ chicken) $8.50, small meal, children or adult $6. FMI: 645-2535.

Wilton, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8: Blueberry Festival, Friday 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., downtown and Nichols Expo. Races, parades, food, entertainment. FMI: 778-4726, 585-2666 or www.wiltonbbf.com.

Wilton, Friday, Aug. 7: Book sale, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Nichols Expo, Weld Street. Sponsored by Free Public Library.
Farmington, Saturday, Aug. 8: Contradance, family dance 6:30 p.m., regular dance 8 p.m., Grange, Bridge Street. Family dance: $2, children $1; regular dance: $6, students $5, family $15 max. All dances taught and called. No partner needed. All welcome. FMI: 491-9928.

Farmington, Saturday, Aug. 8: Music and memories of The Designed Xpression, 7 p.m., UMF’s Merrill Hall. Free. Reception following at Bjourn Lounge.

Farmington, Saturday, Aug. 8: Roast pork loin community luncheon, 12-1 p.m., Old South First Congregational Church. Free. For delivery in Farmington area, call 778-0424 during the week or 778-4438 the morning of the luncheon.
Farmington, Saturday, Aug. 8: Bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Trinity UMC.

Livermore Falls, Thursday, Aug. 13: Nickles & Dimes concert, 6-8 p.m., Gazebo, downtown.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Aug. 8: Off the Hill concert, 6-8 p.m., Gazebo, downtown.

Locke Mills, Saturday, Aug. 8: Annual Blueberry Festival, 7:30 to 11 a.m. or sold out, Locke Mills Union Church. FMI: 675-2259.

Rangeley, Saturday, Aug. 8: Orgonon Auction, viewing at 9 a.m., Wilhelm Reich Museum, Dodge Pond Road. FMI: 864-3443.

Wilton, Saturday, Aug. 8: Book sale, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Nichols Expo, Weld Street. Sponsored by Free Public Library.

Livermore, Sunday, Aug. 9: Music in the Meeting House: Blue Mountain Country, 9 a.m., North Livermore Baptist Church.

Rangeley, Sunday, August 9: Watermelon Music Series Untraditional Hymn Sing, 6 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, Main Street. Free. Space is limited.

Rangeley, Sunday, Aug. 9: Hugh Ogden memorial evening of poetry and stories, 6 p.m., Ecopelagicon Nature Store, 7 Pond St. Free. Refreshments. FMI: Peggy Yocom 864-3421 or Ecopelagicon / Linda Dexter 864-2771.

Wilton, Sunday, Aug. 9: Concerts on the Lawn: Greater Purpose, 6 p.m., East Wilton Union Church, 1306 Main St. Free-will offering. Rain location: inside. Refreshments and fellowship follow. FMI: 645-4297.

Livermore Falls, Monday, Aug. 10: Glory Bound (Terry Moore) Concert, 6 to 8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo, downtown.

Farmington, Tuesday, Aug. 11: “Music on Main”: The Crosby’s, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Meeting House Gazebo, downtown. Bring lunch and chair. FMI: Jeff Wells 778-3424 or 778-3900.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, Aug. 11: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-6 p.m., Murray Hall, 69 Main St.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, Aug. 11: Bing Crosby concert, 6-8 p.m., Gazebo, downtown.

Livermore Falls, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Stained Grass Concert, 6 to 8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo, downtown.

Rangeley, Friday, August 14: Rebecca Martin Concert, doors open 6:30 p.m., showtime 7:30 p.m., Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St. With acoustic bassist Larry Grenadier. Tickets: $15, can be purchased at http://rangeleymovies.com/ or 864-5000.FMI: Patrice Fehlen, September Gurl PR (718) 768-3859 or email: patrice@septembergurl.com, http://www.rebeccamartin.com.

Starks, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 14-16: “Be Here Now” festival, throughout the day, Harry Brown’s Farm, 43 Abijah Hill Rd. Weekend fee $50 until Aug. 11, $60 at gate; daily fee $25 until Aug. 11, $30 at gate; ages 8-12 1/2 price, under 8 free. FMI: 333-6985 or www.harryshill.com.

Weld, Friday, Aug. 14: Congregational Church 200th anniversary celebration historical program, 7 p.m., Town Hall.
Jay, Saturday, Aug. 15: Pig roast, 1 p.m., VFW Post 3335. Benefits new roof. Membership drive 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Bring DD214. Tickets: 897-5112.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Aug. 15: The Black Mountain Hobo’s concert, 6-8 p.m., Gazebo, downtown.

Rangeley, Saturday, Aug. 15: “Wildlife and Landscapes” slide show, 1 p.m., Wilhelm Reich Museum, Dodge Pond Road. FMI: 864-3443.

Turner, Saturday, Aug. 15: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bear Pond Village, Route 219. Rain location: Boofy Quimby Hall, Route 219. Benefits Bear Pond Protection Fund.

Weld, Saturday, Aug. 15: 200th anniversary celebration dinner, 5:30 p.m., Congregational Church. Concert to follow at 7 p.m. RSVP to Chris Cochran 585-2306 or ccochran@tds.net.

Livermore, Sunday, Aug. 16: Music in the Meeting House: Bing & Nancy Crosby, 9 a.m., North Livermore Baptist Church.

Wilton, Sunday, Aug. 16: New Beginnings concert, 6 p.m., East Wilton Union Church, 1306 Main St. Refreshments and fellowship follows. FMI: 645-4297.

Farmington, Monday, August 17: Nordica Day Concert, 8 p.m., Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall, University of Farmington campus. Free. Featuring mezzo-soprano Alexandra Dietrich. FMI: 778-2042.

Livermore Falls, Monday, August 17: Glory Bound (Terry Moore) Concert, 6 to 8 p.m., Livermore Falls Gazebo, downtown.

Farmington, Tuesday, Aug. 18: Arizona Rose concert, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Meeting House Gazebo, downtown. Bring lunch and chair. Weather permitting.

Livermore Falls, Tuesday, Aug. 18: Silver & Gold concert, 6-8 p.m., Gazebo, downtown.

Oxford Hills area

Lovell, Thursday, Aug. 6: SoMar Dance Works, 7:30 p.m., The Brick Church for the Performing Arts, Christian Hill Road. Part of the Summer 2009 programs.

Lovell, Thursday, Aug. 6: Summer Fair “The Lazy Days of Summer,” 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lovell U.C.C., Rte. 5, Center Lovell. Gifts, baked goods, produce, flowers, luncheon, and more.

Norway, Thursday, Aug. 6: Arts Sampler program – Native American dreamcatchers and drums, 2 to 3:30 p.m., Norway Memorial Library Children’s Room, 258 Main St. Grades 1-6. Taught by Art teacher Brittany Brown. Limited space, fist come, first serve basis. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Bethel, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7-9: Sudbury Canada Days festival, throughout the day, downtown. Art show, historic films, period house tours, children’s games, porch plays. FMI: Stan Howe at Bethel Historical Society 824-2908 or 1-800-824-2910.

Norway, Friday, Aug. 7: Art exhibit reception, 5-8 p.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Free. Open to public. Refreshments. FMI: 743-5309 or nordir@norway.lib.me.us.

Paris, Friday, Aug. 7: Everyday is Earth Day: Maine birds with Susan Hayward from Stanton Bird Club, 1 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. For ages 9-13. FMI: 743-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Waterford, Friday, Aug. 7: Story time, 10:30 a.m., Library, Routes 35 and 37 near the old town hall on Keoka Lake. FMI: 583-2050.

Bridgton, Saturday, Aug. 8: Depot Street Festival/Family Fun Day, 2-9 p.m., Community Center, 15 Depot St. Free admission. Pig and turkey roast $10. Food, music, activities. FMI: 647-3116.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 8: Book sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., old Paris Farmers’ Union building, corner of Skillings Avenue and Main Street. Bag of books $1. Benefits Public Library. FMI: 743-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 8: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Veterans Home, 477 High St. Refreshment counter.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 8: Barbecue dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church. $7. Inside dining. Handicapped accessible. Benefits Beth’s House.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 8: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

Paris, Saturday, Aug. 8: Blueberry Pancake Breakfast (all you can eat with sausage and bacon), 7 to 10:30 a.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, corner of Church and Main Streets. Cost: Adults $6.50, under 12 $3. Bake sale (all things blueberry) from 7 to 11 a.m.

Sumner, Saturday, Aug. 8: Barbecue supper and games, 3-8 p.m., food served 4-6 p.m., East Sumner Congregational Church. $10, under 10 $5, family $25. 50/50. Rain or shine. FMI: Paula or Joe 388-2089.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 9: Mahoosuc Arts Council Free Concert Series: 50/50 Blues Band, 4 p.m., the Gazebo on the Bethel Common. FMI: 824-3575, www.mahoosucarts.org.

Fryeburg, Sunday, Aug. 9: Bob Marley performance, 6 p.m., Leura Hill Eastman Center, 18 Bradley St. Benefits the Fryeburg Academy Lacrosse Boosters. Tickets: $15 and are available online at www.fryeburgacademy.org or by calling 935-9232.

Paris, Monday, Aug. 10: Eco-Heroes activity group meeting, 1 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Sq. Ages 7-12. Free and open to any child in the community. This weeks program: “The Dump Man’s Treasures” by Maine author Lynn Plourde. FMI: 743-6994, paris.public.library@MSLN.net.

Locke Mills, Tuesday, Aug. 11: Supper and dance, 5:30-9:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. $10, children $3. Doors open at 4 p.m. Sponsored by Legion Auxiliary. Music by Jones Band.

Norway, Tuesday, Aug. 11: Art program for grades 2-6, 2-3 p.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Norway, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Book Discussion: Shakespeare’s “Prospero’s Daughter,” 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. With facilitator Margaret Reimer, PhD. Free and open to the public. FMI: 743-5309, www.norway.lib.me.us.

Bridgton, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Mary Kate Reny speaks at Brown Bag Lunch, noon, meeting room under the town’s Municipal Complex. Handicap-accessible. Free and open to the public. The speaker will address the how-to’s of local place-based marketing and collaboration. FMI: 647-2389.

Paris, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Summer Concert: Dan Grady and his Marionettes, 10 a.m., Moore Park. In the event of rain, the program will be held in the fire station on Western Avenue. Free. Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank, W.J. Wheeler Insurance, Littlefield Greenhouse and Gift Shop, Dead River Company, and Park Street Press.

Paris, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Summer Concert: The Belairs, 6 p.m., Moore Park. In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the fire station on Western Avenue. Free. Sponsored by Norway Savings Bank, W.J. Wheeler Insurance, Littlefield Greenhouse and Gift Shop, Dead River Company, and Park Street Press.

Waterford, Wednesday, August 12: Summer Breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m., the Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road behind the Village Green in Waterford Flat. Cost: Adults $6, ages 5-10 $3, under 5 free. After breakfast indoor yard sale, proceeds go to building improvment fund. FMI: Karen Fillebrown at 583-2320.

Bryant Pond, Thursday, Aug. 13: Learn how to make a solar cooker, 1:30 p.m., Whitman Memorial Library, 28 South Main St.

South Paris, Friday, Aug. 14: Field trip to Twitchell Observatory, 1 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. Free. Open to area youth. Pre-register or FMI: 783-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Bethel, Saturday, Aug. 15: Car show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Telstar High School, Route 26. $5 car, spectators $2, students $1. Music, food, raffles. Benefits student programs. FMI: 824-2282, 824-2136, 415-2363 or www.bethelmaine.com.

Bridgton, Saturday, August 15: Summer Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., St. Joseph’s Church, Parish Hall, 225 South High St. Sponsored by St. Joseph’s Women’s Guild. All proceeds benefit their continuing education award. Plants, baked goods, crafts, jewelry, white elephant sale and food. 50/50 raffle.

Norway, Saturday, Aug. 15: Karaoke and dance, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 82. $6. DJ’s “The Old Crows.”
Norway, Saturday, Aug. 15: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge Hall, 9 Temple St. $7, 12 and under $4. FMI: Ken 739-9672.

Oxford, Saturday, Aug. 15: Chickenstock 2 community sell or buy event, 8 a.m. to noon, Tractor Supply Co., Pine Street side of store. Free. Bring table. FMI: Kellie 890-1963.

South Paris, Saturday, Aug. 15: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 16: Performance by Conni St. Pierre on abmient/New Age flute, 4 p.m., Gazebo, Bethel Common. Free. Rain location: Bingham Auditorium, Gould Academy. Bring chair. FMI: 824-3575 or www.MahoosucArts.org.

South Paris, Sunday, Aug. 16: Gospel singers Lighthouse Jubilees, 3 p.m., First Baptist Church lawn, Paris Hill. Love offering. Bring chair. FMI: Pastor Scott 674-3853.Otisfield, Monday, August 17: Otisfield Food Pantry Open, 10 a.m. to noon, Spurrs Corner Church, Rte. 121. FMI: 583-4780 or 627-4329.

Bryant Pond, Monday through Wednesday, August 17-19: Books and Beyond!, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Stories, writing and art projects led by Dawn Davis for those in grades K-2. Sonja Davis will lead students in grades 3-5 in stories about Maine animals and their environment, activities, and refreshments. FMI and to sign up: 665-2505.

South Paris, Monday, August 17: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, Rte. 26. Must present proof of identity. Co-sponsored by St. Catherine’s of Sienna and Christ Episcopal churches. To make an appointment call Rosalie at 743-7388 or the American Red Cross at 1-800-448-3543.

Oxford, Tuesday, Aug. 18: The Record Family concert, 6:30 p.m., Anderson-Staples American Legion Post 112, Route 121 and Skeetfield Road. Refreshments. FMI: Ted Heidrich 539-4102.

Rumford area

Bethel, Friday through Sunday, Aug. 7-9: Sudbury Canada Days festival, throughout the day, downtown. Art show, historic films, period house tours, children’s games, porch plays. FMI: Stan Howe at Bethel Historical Society 824-2908 or 1-800-824-2910.

Mexico, Friday, Aug. 7: American Girl tea party with Julie Albright for ages 5-11, 1 p.m., Calvin Lyons Hall, next to the Library. Activities and refreshments. 1970’s clothing welcome but not necessary. RSVP and FMI: 364-3281.

Peru, Friday, August 7: Turkey Picnic, 4 to 6 p.m., Peru Rec Ball Field (behind former Peru School). Cost: Adults $5, ages 6-10 $3, under 6 free. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. presentation of awards for baseball and softball players. 7:30 to 10 p.m. street dance, $3, Peru 2009 players get free admission. Benefits Peru Recreation.

Mexico, Saturday, Aug. 8: Ham supper, 5 p.m., United Church of Christ (Green Church). $7, under 12 $3.

Rumford, Saturday, Aug. 8: Lobster or steak dinner, 5-7 p.m., Elks Lodge #862. Lobster $22, steak $15. Entertainment to follow by Sammie Angel. Silent auction, 50/50. FMI: 364-2548 or 369-0619.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 9: Mahoosuc Arts Council Free Concert Series: 50/50 Blues Band, 4 p.m., the Gazebo on the Bethel Common. FMI: 824-3575, www.mahoosucarts.org.

Dixfield, Sunday, Aug. 9: Cribbage tournament, 12 noon, American Legion Swasey-Torrey Post 100. Singles $5. Luncheon on sale at 11 a.m.

Bethel, Saturday, Aug. 15: Car show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Telstar High School, Route 26. $5 car, spectators $2, students $1. Music, food, raffles. Benefits student programs. FMI: 824-2282, 824-2136, 415-2363 or www.bethelmaine.com.

Dixfield, Saturday, Aug. 15: Antiques Road Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Historical Society Museum, 59 Main St., next to the moose. Appraisals $5 per item or 3 for $10. Take out bean supper for sale. FMI: Antiques Road Show, Clarice Hodges 562-7125 or Donna Towle 562-7595

Rumford, Saturday, Aug. 15: Texas Hold-em tournament, 10 a.m., Elks Lodge. $35 includes ham dinner. Registration at 9 a.m. Limited to 100 players. Pre-register at 545-2727 or 364-2624.

Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 16: Performance by Conni St. Pierre on ambient/New Age flute, 4 p.m., Gazebo, Bethel Common. Free. Rain Location: Bingham Auditorium, Gould Academy. Bring chair. FMI: 824-3575 or www.MahoosucArts.org.
Dixfield, Sunday, Aug. 16: Outdoor market and road race, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Main Street. Market vendors $15. FMI: on market 562-8816; on road race 562-7172.

Lewiston area

Casco, Thursday, Aug. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., Point Sebago, 261 Point Sebago Road.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 6: Central Maine Medical Center farmer’s market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 60 High Street, main hallway.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 6: Art Fun, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited, call the library or come in to reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 6: JimmyJo & the Jumbol’Ayuhs “Downeast” Cajun concert, noon, Fountain Park, Mill Street. Rain location: Franco-American Heritage Center. FMI: 782-7228 or www.laarts.org.

Auburn, Friday, Aug. 7: Great Falls farmer’s market, 2-6 p.m., Great Falls Arts Center, Academy and Main Streets.

Durham, Friday, August 7: All You Can Eat Friday Night Fish Fry hosted by AMVETS Post 13, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Rte. 136 (aprox. one mile south of the junction of Rte. 9 and 136). Cost: Adults $10, children under 7 $5. Children’s menu available.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 7: Baby time story time for ages up to 2 1/2 years, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us or www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 7: Rainbow fish craft, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Free with admission. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrary@toylibrarymaine.com.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 7: French Canadian dance party, 8-11 p.m., Callahan Hall, Library, 200 Lisbon St. $5, students $2. Music by Reveillons from Quebec with caller Jean-Francois Berthiaume. FMI: 513-3050.

Lisbon, Friday, Aug. 7: International supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6, under 10 $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8: Garage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Benefits Loaves & Fishes. FMI: Kathy 375-8399 or 212-7674.

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 8: Dance with Melinda Liberty at the American Legion #153. FMI: 782-1118

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 8: “Once Upon A Pandora’s Box”, 6:30 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., entrance on Spring Street. $8, children $6, group discounts available. Refreshments. To reserve tickets or FMI: 783-0461.

Gray, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8-9: Native American Pow Wow, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Regular admission. Native dancers, drummers, crafts, singers, traditional food booths. FMI: 657-4977 or www.mainewildlife.com.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 8: Shaker bake sale, 10 a.m. until sold out, Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Shaker Road, off Route 26. Features Shaker recipes.

Sabattus, Saturday, Aug. 8: Bean supper and dance, supper 5 p.m., Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road. Supper $6, dance $5, both $10. Open to public. Music by The Golden Aces. FMI: 375-4850.

Auburn, Sunday, Aug. 9: Ethical Eating farmer’s market, 11 a.m. to noon, First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St. FMI: 783-0461 or uuauburn@myfairpoint.net.

Auburn, Sunday, Aug. 9: “Once Upon A Pandora’s Box”, 2 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., entrance on Spring Street. $8, children $6, group discounts available. Refreshments. To reserve tickets or FMI: 783-0461.

Lewiston, Sunday, Aug. 9: Dance with music by Wild Horse, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. FMI: 784-0389.

Auburn, Monday, Aug. 10: The Play’s the Thing, book discussion, 6:30 p.m., Conference Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2023.

Auburn, Monday, Aug. 10: Adult book discussion, 6:30 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Group will discuss certain theatrical spripts and novels. FMI: Sharon Hawkes 333-6640 ext. 2023.

Auburn, Monday, Aug. 10: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 14 Great Falls Plaza.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 10: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 7 a.m to 1 p.m., St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Campus Avenue.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 10: Kid’s Cooking Club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. Attendance will be limited to 8, call to reserve your spot. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 10: Art Fun, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited, call the library or come in to reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Monday, Aug. 10: All-ages Storytime, 6:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. No pre-registration necessary. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Poland Spring, Monday, Aug. 10: Poland Spring Summer Concert Series presents Gary Crocker, Maine Humorist, 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m., All Soul’s Chapel. Cost: $7.50. All proceeds go to the preservation and restoration of the Chapel and the Maine State Building. FMI: 207-998-4142, www.polandspringps.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2-5 years, siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us or www.lplonline.org/kids

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 12: The Auburn Community Band presents “Famous Groups & People”, 7 to 8:15 p.m., Festival Plaza, Main St. Weather permitting. Free. Rain location at Hilton Garden Inn. Free parking in parking garage across the street. Bring lawn chairs. FMI: 333-6601 ext. 2108 or www.auburncommunityband.com.

Auburn, Wednesday, August 12: Field Trip, 8 a.m., Alexander-Harkins Preserve, Stanton Bird Club and Androscoggin Land Trust. FMI: stantonbirdclub.org or call 933-2266.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Field trip: Alexander-Harkins Preserve, Stanton Bird Club and Androscoggin Land Trust, 8 a.m., Stanton Bird Club. FMI: 933-2266 or www.stantonbirdclub.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Barbecue chicken supper, 4:30-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary #153, 71 So. Main St. $7 adults, $3 under 12. Benefits youth programs. FMI: 782-1118.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Aug. 12: Lewiston Public Library computer lab is open to senior citizens looking to develop basic computer skills, 1 to 3 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Staffed by high school volunteers. Sessions are free and no pre-registration is required.

Greene, Thursday, Aug. 13: “Everybody Loves Pirates” by the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers, 2 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. Children should be accompanied by adult. FMI: 946-5311.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 13: Art fun with Molly, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited. Call 513-3133 or visit to reserve a spot.

Lewiston, Thursday, Aug. 13: Caterpillar necklace craft, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Free with admission. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrary@toylibrarymaine.com.

Auburn, Friday, August 14: Bargain Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Six Street Congregational Church, 109 Six St. Hard cover books $2, paper back books $1, children’s books 25c to 75c or bring 2 non-perishable food items and receive 1 free paperback. Bring 4 non-perishable food items and receive 1 free hard cover book.

Greene, Friday, Aug. 14: Music by Mac McHale and Emery Hutchins, 2 and 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 14: Story time for ages 0-2 1/2 years, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcomed. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us or www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Friday, Aug. 14: Contra dance, 8-11 p.m., Callahan Hall, Library, 200 Lisbon St. $5, students $2. All dances are taught. No experience or partner needed. FMI: 513-3050.

Lisbon, Friday, Aug. 14: Supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6, under 10 $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 14-15: Garage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Benefits Loaves & Fishes. FMI: Kathy 375-8399 or 212-7674.

Auburn, Saturday, Aug. 15: Book sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sixth Street Congregational Church, 109 Sixth St. Up to $2 or bring two or more non-perishable food items and get a book free.

Gray, Saturday, Aug. 15: Maine Bow Association Youth Archery instruction, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Regular admission. FMI: 657-4977 or www.mainewildlifepark.com.

Lewiston, Saturday, August 15: Field Trip, 7a.m., St. Peters Cemetery, Stanton Bird Club. FMI: stantonbirdclub.org or call 933-2266.

New Gloucester, Saturday, August 15: Public Smorgasbord Supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Grange, Sabbathday Road, just off Rte. 26. Tickets: $7 adults, children 12 and younger are $3. Hall is handicap accessible. FMI: Steven Haycock 998-2783 or Granger04071@aol.com.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Aug. 15: Guided nature hikes, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1:30-4 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village. $5, children $2, under 6 free. Wear sturdy footwear. Reserve and FMI: 926-4597 or www.shaker.lib.me.us.

Turner, Saturday, Aug. 15: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bear Pond Village, Route 219. Rain location: Boofy Quimby Hall, Route 219. Benefits Bear Pond Protection Fund.

Lewiston, Sunday, Aug. 16: Dance with music by Patio Cowboys, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. FMI: 784-0389.

Winthrop, Saturday, Aug. 15: Bake sale, 9 a.m., Congregational Church UCC. Lunch on the Lawn at 11 a.m.
Auburn, Sunday, August 16: Evening Service featuring “The Winsome Souls” Trio, 6 p.m., Court Street Baptist Church.

Lewiston, Monday, August 17: Kid’s Cooking Club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. Attendance limited to 8, call children’s department to sign up. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Monday, August 17: Art Fun, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited, call children’s department to reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Lewiston, Monday, August 17: All-ages Storytime, 6:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. No pre-registration necessary. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us, www.lplonline.org/kids.

Poland Spring, Monday, August 17: Summer Concert Series, Denny and Ann Breau and Frank Coffin, doors open 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. concert, All Soul’s Chapel. Tickets: $7.50. Door prizes and refreshments after concert. All proceeds go toward the preservation and restoration of the All Soul’s Chapel and The Maine State Building. FMI: 998-4142, www.polandspringps.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Aug. 18: Preschool story time for ages 2 1/2 – 5 years, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133, jparis@ci.lewiston.me.us or www.lplonline.org/kids.

Sabattus, Tuesday, Aug. 18: American Red Cross blood drive, 2-7 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary, 131 High St.