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.

Rumford area
Bethel, Sunday, Aug. 23: Swamp Donkeys concert, 4 p.m., Gazebo, Bethel common. Free. FMI: 824-3575 or www.MahoosucArts.org.
Rumford, Saturday, Aug. 29: Texas Hold’em tournament, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. $30. Limited to 100 players. Lunch is offered, $5. FMI and to sign up: 369-9053.