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
Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 25: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Sumner, Wednesday, Nov. 25: Light meal followed by a Thanksgiving Eve service, 6 p.m., Congregational Church, East Sumner. FMI: Bill or Linda 388-2263.
Canton, Nov. 26 through Dec. 31: Memorial holiday tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge #28. Light a bulb on the tree in memory of a loved one. $2 per name. To order bulbs, call Jolene at 597-2168.
Norway, Thursday, Nov. 26: Thanksgiving dinner, 12 p.m., St. Catherine’s Church parish center, 32 Paris Street. Free. Co-sponsored by the Community Thanksgiving Dinner Committee of St. Catherine of Sienna Church and Christ Episcopal Church. For reservations call 743-2606.
Oxford, Thursday, Nov. 26: Thanksgiving Meal (vegetarian turkey dinner), 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 259 Fore St.
West Paris, Thursday, Nov. 26: Thanksgiving dinner, 12:00 p.m.,West Paris Baptist Church. Free.
Otisfield, Friday, Nov. 27: Food pantry, 1-5 p.m., Baptist Church, Rayville Road. FMI: 539-4619.
Hartford, Saturday, Nov. 28: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Town Hall. For a table call 224-7355.
Norway, Saturday, Nov. 28: Dance and karaoke with DJ’s the Old Crows, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 82. $6.
Norway, Saturday, Nov. 28: sale of Christmas wreaths, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 205 Main St. Wreaths by Sue Goulet.  Proceeds will benefit the many missions of the Second Congregational Church, United Church of Christ.
Norway, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 28-29: Norway Festival Sale by Ten Thousand Villages artisans, Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m., First Universalist Church, 479 Main St., lower level. FMI: 743-2828.
Oxford, Saturday, Nov. 28: Christmas fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Advent Christian Church, Route 26. Chinese auction, raffles. Volunteers and donations welcome. Benefits Families in Crisis Task Force.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 28: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 28: Christmas parade, 2 p.m., Moore Park in South Paris to Advertisers Square in Norway. Pictures with Santa after parade at Norway Fire Department. Other activities throughout the day.
Bethel, Sunday, Nov. 29: Buffet, 7:30-11 a.m., Gould Academy, Ordway Dining Hall, Church Street. $7 in advance, $8 at door. Tickets at RiverView Resort, The Inn at Rostay, Chamber of Commerce, Mt. Mann Jewelers, Ellie’s Gym or from a club member. Benefits Rotary Club’s projects and scholarships.
Mechanic Falls, Sunday, Nov. 29: Texas Hold’em tournament, 9 a.m., American Legion Post 150, 41 Elm St. $30 buy in. 100 player limit. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. Food on sale, 50/50. FMI: 345-9587.
Otisfield, Tuesday, Dec. 1: Food pantry, 10 a.m. to noon, Spurrs Center Church, Route 121. FMI: 583-4780 or 627-4329.
Norway, Tuesday, Dec. 1: Family time for ages 1-4 years, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Paris, Tuesday, Dec. 1: Knitting club, 4-5 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. Open to all. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].
Locke Mills, Wednesday, Dec. 2: Potluck supper and Christmas auction, 6 p.m., Greenwood Historical Building, Main Street. Bring a dish to share, utensils and a wrapped gift.
Norway, Wednesday, Dec. 2: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Norway, Wednesday, Dec. 2: Holiday gift-making workshop for ages 7-12, 3:15-4:45 p.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Materials provided. Space limited. Pre-register at 743-5308. FMI: www.norway.lib.me.us.
Norway, Wednesday, Dec. 2: Christmas tree lighting, 5 p.m., Stephens Memorial Hospital. Refreshments, Oxford Hills Chamber Singers. Commemorative tree light in memory or honor of loved one, $5 through Dec. 31 at SMH coffee shop. FMI: 743-1562 ext 473 or www.wmhcc.org.
Paris, Thursday, Dec. 3: Pre-school story time, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market St.
Norway, Friday, Dec. 4: Infants and toddlers story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
South Paris, Friday, Dec. 4: Take-A-Chance auction, doors open at 5:30 p.m., drawings at 6:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School cafeteria. Sponsored by Oxford County 4-H Leaders Association and 4-H Club.
Bethel, Saturday, Dec. 5: Christmas Fair & Tea, 1-4 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street. 
Bridgton, Saturday, Dec. 5: Holiday candlelight stroll to tree lighting, 4:45 p.m., gather at Pondicherry Square. FMI or candles: 647-8786 or [email protected].
Buckfield, Saturday, Dec. 5: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buckfield Jr./Sr. High School. Tables $10. Music by students. Sponsored by Nezinscot Valley Music Boosters. Reserve at 336-2557.
Norway, Saturday, Dec. 5: Texas Hold’em tournament, 1-5 p.m., Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St. $55 entry fee. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Sponsored by Responsible Pet Care. For tickets, call 743-3891, 743-8679 or 890-2601.
Oxford, Saturday, Dec. 5: “Toys Galore” Chinese auction, doors open at 12:30 p.m., drawing at 2 p.m., Oxford Recreation, Main Street. Advance tickets $30 for 300, at door $20 for 100. Sponsored by Resistance Ministries. Tickets and FMI: 743-6982.
Paris, Saturday, Dec. 5: Crafts, activities and Santa Claus visit, 1-3 p.m., Public Library Children’s Room, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].
Paris, Saturday, Dec. 5: Roast turkey dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, Main and Church Streets. $8, under 12 $3.50.
Waterford, Saturday, Dec. 5: Christmas craft workshop for kids, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Library. Stories and treats. Pre-register at 583-2050 or [email protected] with age and name of child.
Norway, Sunday, Dec. 6: Concert by Mary Christine “Ukelady”, Bob Wallace and Rusty Wiltjer, 2 p.m., Fare Share Commons Gallery, Main Street. $5. Benefits Beth Coffin’s House Committee. FMI: Mary 388-2669.
Paris, Sunday, Dec. 6: Christmas concert by Lighthouse Jubilees, 3 p.m., First Baptist Church, Paris Hill. Free admission. Love offering for the Jubilees. Refreshments. FMI: Pastor Scott 674-3853.