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
Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Benefit tea, 1:30 p.m., Congregational Church, Main Street. $5. Entertainment by Doug and Sherri Walrath. Refreshments. Benefits M.S. and Alzheimers.
Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
Wilton, Friday, Nov. 13: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
East Dixfield, Saturday, Nov. 14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Old East Dixfield School House, Route 2. FMI: 645-3254.
Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 14: The Great Charity Auction, doors open at 6 p.m., Franklin Memorial Hospital, Ben Franklin Center’s Bass Room. Free. Early Bird Social and Auction Preview at 5:30 p.m., $5. Sponsored by United Way of the Tri-Valley Area.
Salem, Saturday, Nov. 14: Hunters Supper, 5-7 p.m., Salem Community Building. Baked beans, hot dogs, cole slaw, brown bread, rolls, pie. $6, Children 5-12 $5, Under 5 free, Seniors $4, Family $18. Sponsored by the Salem Tree Club.
Temple, Saturday, Nov. 14: 29th annual Temple Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Temple Town Hall. Sponsored by Temple Fire Auxiliary.
Turner, Saturday, Nov. 14: New Beginnings Ron and Deb Hodge in concert, 7 p.m., Turner Village Church, 139 Main Street. Everyone is welcome.
Turner, Saturday, Nov. 14: Holiday Fair, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Turner Center Universalist Church, Rt 117, Turner Center Road. Crafts, white elephant table, bake sale, and lunch.
Wilton, Sunday, Nov. 15: Country music concert, 1 p.m., Wilton United Methodist Church. Benefits Wilton Food Pantry. Monetary donations accepted.
Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 17: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library. Songs, poetry, picture books and activity. FMI: call 645-4831.
Turner, Thursday, Nov. 19: Craft and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219. Held by Turner Senior Citizens.
Wilton, Thursday, Nov. 19: FCA & CA’s meeting, registration 6:30 p.m., begins at 7 p.m., Olsen Student Center Room C in North Dining Hall, 343 Main St. New crafters welcome. FMI: [email protected].

Oxford Hills area
Norway, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Family playtime for ages 1-4, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Story time for ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.lib.me.us.
Norway, Friday, Nov. 13: Infant/toddler story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
East Sumner, Saturday, Nov. 14: Community movie night: “Shadowlands” rated PG, 6:30 p.m., Congregational Church. Free. Refreshments.
Harrison, Saturday, Nov. 14: Bean and casserole supper, 5:30 p.m., VFW Auxiliary Hall, Waterford Road. $7.
Hebron, Saturday, Nov. 14: Boiled ham dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Community Church. $7. FMI: 966-2663.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Market Square Health Care Center. $10 table, reserve by Nov. 7. FMI: Lynne Wheeler 743-7086 ext. 5330.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 14: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 14: Square Dance, 7-10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. $6. Co-hosted by Friendship Squares and Swinging Bears. Caller will be Lee Kennedy, and Phil Gatchell will be cuer. Attire is casual. All are welcome. FMI:Sue Corning 743-7176 or Eleanor Herrick 782-4050.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 14: Holiday fair, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Universalist Church, Good Cheer Hall, Pine Street. Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5.50.
Paris, Sunday, Nov. 15: Holiday Chinese auction, 2 p.m., Legion Hall. Doors and lunch counter open at noon. Sponsored by American Legion Unit 72.
Paris, Sunday, Nov. 15: Holiday Chinese Auction, 2 p.m., Legion hall, Church Street. Doors open at 12 p.m. Lunch counter.
Otisfield, Tuesday, Nov. 17: Otisfield food pantry, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Spurrs Corner Church, Rte. 121. FMI: call 583-4780 or 627-4329.
Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-5. Demonstrations of various resources. FMI: 743-5308.
Paris, Thursday, Nov. 19: Annual chicken pie supper, first seating 5:30 p.m., First Universalist Church in West Paris. Tickets will go on sale at 4:30 p.m. $8, 12 and under $3. Menu includes: meat/chicken pies, squash, peas, potatoes, cranberry sauce, rolls and dessert pies. Benefits the West Paris Library’s building fund.

Rumford area
Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 9: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.
East Dixfield, Saturday, Nov. 14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Old East Dixfield School House, Route 2. FMI: 645-3254.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 14: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rumford Senior Citizens, 50 Congress St.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 14: Music by Hooligans, 8 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Club. Members and guests.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 14: “Home made for the Holidays” Fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Rumford United Methodist Church, 455 Linnell St. Baked goods, quilted items, vintage jewelry, silent auction, finished crafts, krafts korner. Luncheon served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Upton, Saturday, Nov. 14: Hunters breakfast, 4:30 a.m., Upton Ladies Aid, 23 Mill Road. $5/$3. FMI: Penny 533-2010.
Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 16: Pre-school storytime hour, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. 2-3 books, craft, snack. All are welcome. FMI: 562-8838.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Ages 2-5. FMI: 364-3661.

Lewiston area
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 9: Sweet Peas program for ages 24-36 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: All-ages story time, 7 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: Kids’ cooking club for ages 7-14, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space limited. Call 513-3133 to sign up. Sponsored by Lots to Gardens.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 10: T-ball for preschoolers, 10-11 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. $5. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean and Casserole Supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. $6.50, kids 12 and under $3. Held by Knights of Columbus, proceeds benefit parish programs. FMI: 375-6586 or 375-4057.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time for ages 2½-5, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcom. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Open House, 12-3 p.m., American Legion #153, 71 S. Main St. Chili and cornbread prepared and served by Lewiston Auburn Firefighters. All Veterans and friends welcome. FMI: 782-1118.
Gray, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day/closing day, gates close at 3:30 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Free admission for U.S. Military personnel and veterans. FMI: 657-4977 or www.mainewildlifepark.com.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day community prayer service, 6:30 p.m., Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St. Free. Open to community and all denominations.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Activity: silly races in the gym, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: “Mental Health in the Golden Years”, 6:30-8 p.m., Bates College, Pettingill Hall G65. Sponsored by Central Maine Medical Center and Maine Heart and Vascular Institute.
Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 12: Craft workshop – altered matchboxes for holidays, 6 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. $3. Limited Space. Advanced registration required. To register and FMI: Sally Holt, 333-6640 Ext. 4, [email protected].
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 12: Peek-A-Boo puppet show, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 12: Art Van program, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 13: Knights Before Christmas toy drive, 5-9 p.m., Gridiron Restaurant, Lisbon Street. New unwrapped toys and gift cards welcome. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 8742.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 13: Baby time story time for ages 0-2½, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 13: L-A Senior College “Food for Thought” luncheon, noon, USM/L-A, “Yoga for Your Health” with Marcy Covey. Advance $7; at door $8. Reservation by noon Nov. 12 at 753-6510.
Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 13: Beef stew dinner and turkey raffle, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Auxiliary Post 9459. $6. FMI: 353-2152.
Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 13: Meatloaf Supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Auxiliary 158, Webster Street. Meatloaf, veggie, mashed potatoes, dessert, coffee. $6.
Pownal, Friday, Nov. 13: “Sparkletown” Christmas Fair, 2-7 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Rd. Crafts, knitted items, decorations, baked goods, silent auction, artisans work from around the world. Fish chowder & hotdogs served. Handicap Accessible. FMI: 688-4101 or 688-4481.
Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dominican Sisters Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Benefits Loaves & Fishes and the food pantry. FMI: Susan Potvin 375-8399.
Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary, Maxwell-Gill Hall, High Street. Lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FMI: 375-8818.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Sprouts program for ages birth to 24 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Create an underwater puppet theater for grades 2-6, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Library Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. Space limited. Pre-register and FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Pork Tenderloin Supper, 4:30 – 6 p.m., American Legion #153, 71 S. Main St. $7.50, $3.50 Children 12 & under. Karaoke and Dance with Jean Louis 8-12 p.m. FMI: 782-1118.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Down East Country Music Association Show & Dance, 12-5p.m., First Universalist Church, Spring & Elm Street. 50/50 drawing, raffles, food concession. “Lolalee” & The Country Bandits Band, Potpourri, Rusty Nails Band. $6, $5 members. FMI: Brenda 777-3005
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 14: Turkey Supper, 4-6 p.m., Holy Family Church Hall, 607 Sabattus St. $7, Children under 12 $3. Handicap accessible.
Turner, Saturday, Nov. 14: Holiday Fair, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Turner Center Universalist Church, Rt 117, Turner Center Road. Crafts, white elephant table, bake sale, and lunch.
Turner, Saturday, Nov. 14: New Beginnings Ron & Deb Hodge in concert, 7 p.m., Turner Village Church, 139 Main Street. Everyone is welcome.
Hebron, Saturday, Nov. 14: Boiled ham dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Community Church. $7. FMI: 966-2663.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 14: Reading Dog program, 12 noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. To reserve a spot to read to a dog, call 513-3133.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 14: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St. $7, children $3.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 14: Public ham dinner, 4-6 p.m., Holy Family Church Hall, 607 Sabattus St. $7. Hosted by Holy Family Knights of Columbus Council #10019. All are welcome.
Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 14: Inside yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., VFW Post 9459.
Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 14: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church Parish Hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6, ages 4-11 $4, under 4 free, family with children under 12 $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2358. FMI: 353-5636.
New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 14: Guild Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church, 19 Gloucester Hill Road.
New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Amvet Hall, Route 100. To reserve table for $15, call Pat 926-4232 or Joyce 926-4079.
Poland, Saturday, Nov. 14: Bottle drive, 12-5 p.m., drop off at 555 Plains Road. Donations can be picked up. Benefits Poland Spring Academy’s trip to Costa Rica. FMI: Tina 754-0453 or Julia 754-4572
Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 14: “Sparkletown” Christmas Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Rd. Crafts, knitted items, decorations, baked goods, silent auction, artisans work from around the world. Homemade doughnuts, beef stew & sandwiches. Handicap Accessible. FMI: 688-4101 or 688-4481.
Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 14: Bean supper and dance, supper 5 p.m., dance until 9:30 p.m., Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road. Supper $6, dance $5, both $10. Music by the Trio. Open to public.
Wales, Saturday, Nov. 14: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Youth Center, Pond Road, Route 132. Sponsored by Wales Presbyterian Women. FMI: Alice 375-8382 or Marilyn 375-6604.
Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 15: Ski Swap, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Auburn Middle School. Items to sell can be brought to the school cafeteria Saturday from 1-4 p.m. Sponsored by Auburn Ski Association. FMI: Eric Howes 786-3783 or [email protected].
Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 15: Craft and toy fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. Tables $10. Benefits disabled veterans. Sponsored by Motorcycle Riders Group. FMI: 345-3006.
Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 15: Dance with music by Steve and The Good Old Boys, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. FMI: 784-0389.
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 16: Sweet Peas, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Children’s Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Ages 24-36 months. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 16: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7 – 14. Space is limited. FMI and to register: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 16: All-ages storytime, 7 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 17: Playing with food, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited. To register call Ari at Lots to Gardens, 513-3844. FMI: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 17: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 17: T-Ball for pre-schooler, 10-11 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College Street. $5. FMI: 783-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 17: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3-8 p.m., Bates College, Chase Hall, Campus Avenue.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Teen Anime Club, 3 p.m., Androscoggin Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Preschool Stories, 9:30 and 10:30, Maggie Trafton Program Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. Joined by Auburn City Clerk, Mary Lou Magno to share information about voting. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Playing with food, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Space is limited. To register call Ari at Lots to Gardens, 513-3844. FMI: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Reading dogs, 5:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI and to reserve a 10 minute slot: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lisbon, Wednesday, Nov. 18: Bird Walk – Stanton Bird Club, 8 a.m., Beaver Park. FMI: stantonbirdclub.org or call 933-2266.
Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 19: Book Chat with Laurie, 6:30-7:25 p.m., Children’s Room, Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Best for grades 3-6. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 19: Art Van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. No pre-registration required. FMI: call 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids or [email protected].
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 19: Craft on Aluminum Foil, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College Street. FMI: 783-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 19: Great Fall forum lecture series “Reflections on a Judicial Career.” by Maine Supreme Court Justice Robert Clifford, 12-1 p.m., Callahan Hall, Lewiston Public Library. 200 Lisbon St. Free. Encouraged to bring a brown bag lunch. FMI: 513-3050.