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

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Farmers market, 2-6 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St.

Rangeley, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Breakfast, 7-9 a.m., Moosely Bagels. Sponsored by Wilhelm Reich Museum. FMI: 864-5955.

New Sharon, Thursday, Oct. 7: Story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. Crafts, snacks. FMI: 779-1128.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 8: Farmers market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Friday, Oct. 8: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831 or www.wilton-free.lib.me.us.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 9: Farmers market, 8 a.m. to noon, courthouse parking lot, Main Street.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church.

Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Fall bazaar, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Rose Parish Hall, 1 Church St. Sponsored by Daughters of Isabella.

Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Baked ham supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, Main Street. Donations. Doors open at 3:30. Donate supplies: 779-6951.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Chicken barbecue and yard sale, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Masonic Lodge, Route 2. Meal $8. Benefits building fund.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. FMI: 779-1128.

North Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Food and rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., corner of Rte. 4 and Rte. 17. FMI: 645-2910, 645-4628, or 645-2217.

Rangeley, Saturday, Oct. 9: Turkey dinner, 5 p.m. until sold out, Congregational Church. $7, under 12 $3. Take out available.

Wilton, Saturday, Oct. 9: Apple pressing party, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rocky Hill Landscaping & Nursery, 55 Cemetery Road. Pumpkin carving, raffles, refreshments.

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Farmers market, 2-6 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831 or www.wilton-free.lib.me.us.

Wilton, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Homeschoolers book sharing group, 2-3:30 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Grouped by grades K-6 and 7-12. FMI: 645-4831.

Oxford Hills area

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library children’s room, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 7: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to age 5. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Norway, Friday, Oct. 8: Story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, Oct. 8: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Albany Township, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Albany Town House, corner of Hunt’s Corner Rd. and Rte. 35.

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street. Benefits the Smile Fund.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 9: Texas Hold’em tournament, 1-5 p.m., Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St. $55 entry fee. Doors open at 11:30. Benefits Responsible Pet Care.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 9: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: 388-2919.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 9: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Congregational Church, King Street. Chinese auction, food sale, lunch.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 9: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street.

Locke Mills, Sunday, Oct. 10: Dinner, 1-4 p.m., Legion Post 68 Hall. Benefits Barbary Yourks. Donations and FMI: 212-3504 or 713-5351.

Oxford, Monday, Oct. 11: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., American Legion Post 112, 169 King St.

Locke Mills, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Supper and dance, 5-9:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. $10, children $3. Doors open at 4 p.m. Music by the Richard Felt Band.

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308.

Rumford area

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 4: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 4: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Rumford, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., American Legion, 184 Congress St.

Mexico, Friday, Oct. 8: Farmers market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Labonville, 53 River Road.

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street. Benefits the Smile Fund.

Mexico, Saturday, Oct. 9: Public supper, 5 p.m., Mexico Congregational United Church of Christ (the “Green Church”). Adults, $7. Children under 12, $3.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 9: Dance, 7 p.m., The Eagles. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. FMI: 364-2612.

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 11: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42, Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Lewiston area

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 14 Great Falls Plaza.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Tafton Program room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: Sweet Peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 24-36 months. FMI: 333-6640.

Lisbon Falls, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 2-7 p.m., Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Avenue.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 4: Art van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 4: All-ages storytime, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133.

Wales, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oak Hill High School, 56 School Road.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Farmers’ market/cookout, 2-6 p.m., Kennedy Park. Free. Live music, special guest vendors. FMI: 513-3848 or [email protected].

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Pre-school storytime, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Farmers’ market/cookout, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lafayette Street and Campus Avenue. Free. Live music, special guest vendors. FMI: 513-3848 or [email protected].

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edward Little High School, 77 Harris St.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library children’s department, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. Sign up in advance. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Read to the Dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Call to reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133.

Mechanic Falls, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 7: The Coyote: America’s Song Dog, 12-1 p.m., Auburn Public Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: www.auburnpubliclibrary.com.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 7: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. Attendance limited. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 8: Story time for ages 0-2½, 10:30 a.m., Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 8: Food for Thought luncheon, noon, USM/L-A College, Androscoggin Room 285. $7. Program: An Unusual View of the Shakers. Space limited. Reserve by noon, Oct. 7, at 753-6510.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 8: Early Bird supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, 10 Webster St. Free. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 8: Pork loin supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 9: Scrapbooking event, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Dominic Academy. $20 includes lunch and dinner. Raffles, door prizes. FMI: 782-6911 ext. 2109.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 9: Sprouts, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Babies up to 24 months. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 9: Read to a Dog, noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot at 513-3133.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St. $7, children $3.

Lisbon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Movie and pizza night, 6 p.m., VFW Post 9459.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Parish Hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6, 5-11 $4, under 4 free, family with children under 12 $15.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Cider pressing, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sabatthday Lake Shaker Village, off Route 26. Free. Bring apples and container. Cider and donut sale. FMI: 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Weaving demonstration, 10 a.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Nature hikes, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26. Adults, $5. Children, $2. Under 6, free.

Pownal, Saturday, Oct. 9: Baked ham supper, 4:30-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. $7, children $3, under 2 free. Handicap-accessible. FMI: 688-4101.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct. 10: Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5. Benefits children’s Christmas party. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 10: Dance with music by Wild Horse, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Litchfield, Sunday, Oct. 10: Country Sunday, 12-5 p.m., Sportsmen’s Club, Hallowell-Litchfield Road. $6, DECMA members $5, under 12 free. Benefits Country Fest Maine 2011 fund. FMI: Gary 377-8035 or Connie 737-0920.

Gray, Monday, Oct. 11: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Road.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Preschool story time for ages 2½-5, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Pre-school storytime, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Dept., 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. Sign up in advance. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Read to the dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Dept., 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Minot, Saturday, Oct. 16: Corned beef supper, 4:30-6 p.m., West Minot Grange #42.

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

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Farmers market, 2-6 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St.

Rangeley, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Breakfast, 7-9 a.m., Moosely Bagels. Sponsored by Wilhelm Reich Museum. FMI: 864-5955.

New Sharon, Thursday, Oct. 7: Story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. Crafts, snacks. FMI: 779-1128.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 8: Farmers market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Friday, Oct. 8: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831 or www.wilton-free.lib.me.us.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 9: Farmers market, 8 a.m. to noon, courthouse parking lot, Main Street.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church.

Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Fall bazaar, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Rose Parish Hall, 1 Church St. Sponsored by Daughters of Isabella.

Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Baked ham supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, Main Street. Donations. Doors open at 3:30. Donate supplies: 779-6951.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Chicken barbecue and yard sale, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Masonic Lodge, Route 2. Meal $8. Benefits building fund.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. FMI: 779-1128.

North Jay, Saturday, Oct. 9: Food and rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., corner of Rte. 4 and Rte. 17. FMI: 645-2910, 645-4628, or 645-2217.

Rangeley, Saturday, Oct. 9: Turkey dinner, 5 p.m. until sold out, Congregational Church. $7, under 12 $3. Take out available.

Wilton, Saturday, Oct. 9: Apple pressing party, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rocky Hill Landscaping & Nursery, 55 Cemetery Road. Pumpkin carving, raffles, refreshments.

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Farmers market, 2-6 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831 or www.wilton-free.lib.me.us.

Wilton, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Homeschoolers book sharing group, 2-3:30 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Grouped by grades K-6 and 7-12. FMI: 645-4831.

Oxford Hills area

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library children’s room, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 7: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to age 5. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Norway, Friday, Oct. 8: Story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, Oct. 8: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Albany Township, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Albany Town House, corner of Hunt’s Corner Rd. and Rte. 35.

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street. Benefits the Smile Fund.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 9: Texas Hold’em tournament, 1-5 p.m., Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St. $55 entry fee. Doors open at 11:30. Benefits Responsible Pet Care.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 9: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: 388-2919.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 9: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Congregational Church, King Street. Chinese auction, food sale, lunch.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 9: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street.

Locke Mills, Sunday, Oct. 10: Dinner, 1-4 p.m., Legion Post 68 Hall. Benefits Barbary Yourks. Donations and FMI: 212-3504 or 713-5351.

Oxford, Monday, Oct. 11: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., American Legion Post 112, 169 King St.

Locke Mills, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Supper and dance, 5-9:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. $10, children $3. Doors open at 4 p.m. Music by the Richard Felt Band.

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308.

Rumford area

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 4: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 4: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Rumford, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 6 p.m., American Legion, 184 Congress St.

Mexico, Friday, Oct. 8: Farmers market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Labonville, 53 River Road.

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church, Church Street. Benefits the Smile Fund.

Mexico, Saturday, Oct. 9: Public supper, 5 p.m., Mexico Congregational United Church of Christ (the “Green Church”). Adults, $7. Children under 12, $3.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 9: Dance, 7 p.m., The Eagles. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. FMI: 364-2612.

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 11: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42, Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Lewiston area

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 14 Great Falls Plaza.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Tafton Program room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 4: Sweet Peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 24-36 months. FMI: 333-6640.

Lisbon Falls, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 2-7 p.m., Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Avenue.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 4: Art van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 4: All-ages storytime, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133.

Wales, Monday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oak Hill High School, 56 School Road.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 5: Farmers’ market/cookout, 2-6 p.m., Kennedy Park. Free. Live music, special guest vendors. FMI: 513-3848 or [email protected].

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Pre-school storytime, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Farmers’ market/cookout, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lafayette Street and Campus Avenue. Free. Live music, special guest vendors. FMI: 513-3848 or [email protected].

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Edward Little High School, 77 Harris St.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library children’s department, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. Sign up in advance. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 6: Read to the Dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Call to reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133.

Mechanic Falls, Wednesday, Oct. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 7: The Coyote: America’s Song Dog, 12-1 p.m., Auburn Public Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: www.auburnpubliclibrary.com.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 7: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. Attendance limited. FMI: 513-3133.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 8: Story time for ages 0-2½, 10:30 a.m., Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 8: Food for Thought luncheon, noon, USM/L-A College, Androscoggin Room 285. $7. Program: An Unusual View of the Shakers. Space limited. Reserve by noon, Oct. 7, at 753-6510.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 8: Early Bird supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, 10 Webster St. Free. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 8: Pork loin supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 9: Scrapbooking event, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Dominic Academy. $20 includes lunch and dinner. Raffles, door prizes. FMI: 782-6911 ext. 2109.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 9: Sprouts, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Babies up to 24 months. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 9: Read to a Dog, noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot at 513-3133.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St. $7, children $3.

Lisbon, Saturday, Oct. 9: Movie and pizza night, 6 p.m., VFW Post 9459.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Oct. 9: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Parish Hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6, 5-11 $4, under 4 free, family with children under 12 $15.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Cider pressing, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sabatthday Lake Shaker Village, off Route 26. Free. Bring apples and container. Cider and donut sale. FMI: 926-4597.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Weaving demonstration, 10 a.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 9: Nature hikes, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Rte. 26. Adults, $5. Children, $2. Under 6, free.

Pownal, Saturday, Oct. 9: Baked ham supper, 4:30-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. $7, children $3, under 2 free. Handicap-accessible. FMI: 688-4101.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct. 10: Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5. Benefits children’s Christmas party. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 10: Dance with music by Wild Horse, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Litchfield, Sunday, Oct. 10: Country Sunday, 12-5 p.m., Sportsmen’s Club, Hallowell-Litchfield Road. $6, DECMA members $5, under 12 free. Benefits Country Fest Maine 2011 fund. FMI: Gary 377-8035 or Connie 737-0920.

Gray, Monday, Oct. 11: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Road.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 12: Preschool story time for ages 2½-5, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Pre-school storytime, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library Children’s room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Dept., 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. Sign up in advance. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Read to the dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library Children’s Dept., 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Minot, Saturday, Oct. 16: Corned beef supper, 4:30-6 p.m., West Minot Grange #42.