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
Canton, Saturday, Oct. 31: Haunted House, 6:30-10 p.m., Old Canton School House, 36 School St. Sponsored by the Old Canton School Activities Teenagers. Free. Donations accepted. For all ages.  
Dixfield, Saturday, Oct. 31: Haunted hayride, 6-9 p.m., McGouldrick Park. $4, students $3.  Sponsored by Dirigo High School Class of 2010.
Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 31: Craft fair and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Elementary School, Lincoln Avenue. Refreshments and lunch available.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Public Library Children’s Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov 4: The U.S Air Force Liberty Jazz Band performs, 7:30 p.m., Municipal Auditorium, 145 Congress St. Free. Doors open at 6 p.m. Seating on the floor and in the balcony. Handicap access to elevator from River Street entrance. Sponsored by Rumford Performing Arts Committee. FMI: 364-2983.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Craft and food fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 24. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Roast pork supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232. $8, under 12 $4. Take out available. Stair chair on back stairs. FMI: Joe Roy 364-4715 or [email protected].
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bottle collection, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rumford/Mexico area. Donations can be brought to Ralph’s Store and Deli, 341 Cumberland St. Benefits Mountain Valley Majorettes.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Music by Road House, 8 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Club. For members and guests.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.