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, Thursday, Sept. 24: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., Telstar High School, 284 Walkers Mills Road.
Canton, Saturday, Oct. 3: Chicken pie supper, 5 p.m., Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Hall. $7, under 12 $5. Take-out available.
Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 3: American Legion family fun day, 12-4 p.m., American Legion Post 24. For members, eligible members and their families. Games, raffles, food. FMI: Gayle 357-2744, Tricia 357-3289 or Sue and Greg 418-7714.
Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 3: Dance with music by “One Step Ahead”, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 24. $2 members, $5 non-members. Ages 21 and up. FMI: Gayle 357-2744, Tricia 357-3289 or Sue and Greg 418-7714.