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.

Oxford Hills area
Lovell, Friday, Sept. 18: Corned beef harvest supper, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., United Church of Christ, Route 5. $8, under 12 $4.
Paris, Friday, Sept. 18: Horse Tails by Mookie the Mustang read by author Patricia Probert Gott, 1 p.m., Library, 37 Market Square. Free. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].
Bethel, Saturday, Sept. 19: Self-guided barn tours, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bethel area. $10. Tickets and map at Historical Society’s Robinson House, 10 Broad St. starting at 9 a.m.
Bethel, Saturday, Sept.19: Public Supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange, East Bethel. $7, under age 13 $3. Baked Ham, Baked Beans, Salads, Casseroles and desserts. FMI: 824-3350.
Bolsters Mills, Saturday, Sept. 19: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m. and 6 p.m., United Methodist Church. $7, under 12 $3. Third seating if needed. Handicap accessible. Reservations accepted Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. No messages. FMI: 583-9024.
Buckfield, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19-20: “Odd Fest 24” 24-hour variety show, starting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oddfellow Theater. $50 24-hour pass; $30 12-hour pass (7:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. or 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.); $10 Insomnia Pass (12:00 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at the door). Full passes are limited. Benefits Camp Sunshine. Tickets at www.oddfellowtheater.com.
Lovell, Saturday, Sept. 19: Juggler Randy Judkins, 7:30 p.m., Brick Church for the Performing Arts, Christian Hill Road. FMI: www.lovellbrickchurch.org.
Norway, Saturday, Sept. 19: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge Hall, 9 Temple St. $7, under 12 $4. FMI: Ken 739-9672 or [email protected]
Otisfield, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19-20: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Community Hall, Route 121. Donations of items can be dropped off Friday from 3-7 p.m. Benefits the Otisfield Community School sixth grade class.
Oxford, Saturday, Sept. 19: Grandma’s baked bean contest, 2-4 p.m., County Fair Museum. Prizes. Beans should be brought to museum in a crock pot from 1-2 p.m. FMI: Dee Farr 539-4232 or [email protected].
South Paris, Saturday, Sept. 19: Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club starts season, 7-10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine St. $6. Refreshments. Non-dancers can watch for free.
South Paris, Saturday, Sept. 19: X-tra Mile ATV club fun pact ATV ride, ride begins at 7:30 a.m., meet at Colby Arctic Cat, Rte. 26, ride goes form Rangeley to Stratton. Stopping in Stratton for lunch.
Paris, Sunday, Sept. 20: Spaghetti supper, 5-6:30 p.m., American Legion Hall, Church Street. $7, 12 and under $5. Benefits Beth who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
Paris, Wednesday, Sept. 23: Fun Nite, 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. Sponsored by Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club. Singles, couples, children. Admission is free for newcomers. FMI: Sue Corning 743-7176, Dan Ames 357-5419, and Eleanor Herrick 782-4050.
Bethel, Thursday, Sept. 24: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., Telstar High School, 284 Walkers Mills Road.
Locke Mills, Saturday, Sept. 26: Yard and bake sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Union Church. Table rental $5. FMI: 875-2102 or 674-2259.
Norway, Saturday, Sept. 26: Karaoke with DJs “The Old Crows”, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 82. $6. Food available.
Oxford, Saturday, Sept. 26: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Congregational Church, 252 King St.
Paris, Saturday, Sept. 26: Chinese auction, bidding 5-6:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. winners drawn, Oxford Hills Comprehensive high school. Benefits Responsible Pet Care. $5,$10 & $20 tickets. Food and refreshments available.
West Paris, Wednesday, Sept. 30: Nature Smart Craft program, 1-2 p.m., First Universalist Church. Free.