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, May 12: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-5. FMI:

Paris, Thursday, May 13: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Ages 0-5. FMI: 743-6994 or email paris.public.library@MSLN.net.

Mechanic Falls, Friday, May 14: Fish fry supper, 5 p.m., American Legion Post 150. $7, seniors $6. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary and S.A.L.

Norway, Friday, May 14: Infant and toddler story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

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Paris, Friday, May 14: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Harrison, Saturday, May 15: Chicken pie supper, 5 and 6 p.m., Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church. $7, under 12 $3. Third seating if needed. Reservations by confirmation Saturday 9 a.m. to noon at 583-9024.

Hartford, Saturday, May 15: Community Church clothing center, 9-11 a.m., Church Street, across from church.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, May 15: Supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tyrian Masonic Lodge 73, Route 11. $7, 6-16 $5, 5 and under free. Benefits Poland Regional High School Project Graduation. FMI: Brian 795-6953.

Norway, Saturday, May 15: Plant & cookie sale, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 35 Paris st. Come early for best selection.

Norway, Saturday, May 15: Rummage sale, 9-11:30 a.m., St. Catherine’s Church parish hall, 32 Paris St. Hosted by Youth Ministry.  Summer clothing and White elephant. Benefits the youth retreats and charities.

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Norway, Saturday, May 15: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church hall. $6, seniors $5, 6-12 $3, under 6 free. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus.

Norway, Saturday, May 15: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge Hall, 9 Temple St. $7, under 12 $4.

Paris, Saturday, May 15: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

West Paris, Saturday, May 15: Public buffet supper, 5 p.m., Finnish American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St. $7, kids $3.50. Sponsored by the Finnish-American Heritage Society of Maine.

West Paris, Saturday, May 15: Yard Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hill top, Pool & Spa, Rt. 26. Benefits West Paris Fire Auxiliary. Rain or Shine. Donations needed call 674-5890.

Oxford, Sunday, May 16: Breakfast, 7-10 a.m., Community Recreation Center. $5, under 12 $3. Benefits School Age Child Care program.

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Paris, Sunday, May 16: Diabetes Fun Day, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Gouin Complex. Free, donations accepted. Proceeds to American Diabetes Association. Snacks & refreshments available for a small charge. FMI: Nathan Dubois 890-9438, or Justin Roussel 890-5752.

West Paris, Sunday, May 16: Yard Sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hill top, Pool & Spa, Rt. 26. Benefits West Paris Fire Auxiliary. Rain or Shine. Donations needed call 674-5890.

Fryeburg, Monday, May 17: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 12-5 p.m., Gibson Recreation Center, 745 Main Street.

Paris, Tuesday, May 18: After school program: “When Duty Calls” & make patriotic wind sock, 4 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market St.

Norway, Tuesday, May 18: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 8 a.m to 1 p.m., Stephens Memorial Hospital, 18 Main St.

Norway, Wednesday, May 19: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-5. FMI: 743-5308.

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Bethel, Thursday through Saturday, May 20-22: Guys and Dolls, 7 p.m., also Saturday 1 p.m., Helen C. Berry Auditorium, Telstar Regional High School, Route 26. Free admission. FMI: 824-2136.

Paris, Thursday, May 20: Preschool story time for ages 0-5, 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Waterford, Thursday, May 20: Pot luck supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road. All welcome. Bring a dish to share.

Naples, Friday, May 21: Chicken barbecue, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Lake Region High School gym. $10, under 12 $5. Raffle. Benefits Project Grad 2010.

Norway, Friday, May 21: Infant/toddler story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, May 21: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, Public Library, 37 Market Square.

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West Paris, Friday, May 21: Pot luck supper, 6 p.m., First Universalist Church. Bring a dish to share.

Brunswick, Saturday and Sunday, May 22-23: Plant sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Coastal Humane Society, 30 Range Road. Rabbit workshop Sunday 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. FMI: 725-5051 ext. 10.

Conway, N.H., Saturday, May 22: Pancake breakfast, 8-11 a.m., East Conway Community Hall. $5. FMI: 603-939-2262.

Conway, N.H., Saturday, May 22: Yard sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., East Conway Community Hall. FMI: 603-939-2262.

Paris, Saturday, May 22: Indoor yard, craft and bake sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Paris Fire Dept., Western Avenue. Table rental $10. Sponsored by Auxiliary. FMI: 890-6107.

Paris, Saturday, May 22: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

West Paris, Saturday, May 22: Rhubarb pie and rummage sale, 9 a.m. to noon, First Universalist Church. FMI: Marta Clements 674-2143.

Norway, Sunday, May 23: Plant sale and flea market, 9 a.m. to noon, Town Hall/Fire Station. Benefits Responsible Pet Care. Donations and FMI: 743-8679.


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