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
Turner, Wednesday, Dec. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Leavitt High School, 21 Matthew’s Way.
Wilton, Wednesday, Dec. 16: Academy Hill School concert, 7 p.m., school gym. Snow date Dec. 17.
Farmington, Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 17-19: “A Christmas Carol” by Sandy River Players, 7:30 p.m., UMF’s Alumni Theater. $8-14. Tickets at Devaney, Doak & Garrett Booksellers downtown or reserve at 779-7084
Farmington, Friday, Dec. 18: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks Union Church. $6. For local delivery, call 778-4705.
Livermore Falls, Saturday, Dec. 19: Christmas Concert, 6-9 p.m., Nazarene Church, 6 Wheeler St. Refreshments available.
Livermore Falls, Friday, Dec. 25: Annual Free Community Christmas Dinner, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., The Legion Hall,  Reynolds Avenue.  If you would like to help or make a donation call Pam 897-3072 or Karen 897-3593. Reservations by Dec. 22 call Karen 897-3593.  Home delivery of meals in the local area is available.
Turner, Monday, Dec. 28: Red Cross Blood Drive, 2-7 p.m., Masonic Hall, Weston Street.