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, 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.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 15: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks Union Church. $6. Local delivery: 778-4705.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 15: Farmers market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Front Street.

Wilton, Friday, Oct. 15: Infant and toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Chesterville, Saturday, Oct. 16: Bean and casserole supper, 4-6 p.m., Grange. $7, children $3.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 16: Quilt show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Grange Hall, 124 Bridge St. $5 admission. Raffle, door prizes, lunch, baked goods. FMI: Pat 778-3298 or Wes 778-6969.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 16: Farmers’ market, 8 a.m. to noon, courthouse parking lot, Main Street.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 16: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fairbanks School Meeting House. Rain date: Oct. 23. Benefits Healthy Community Coalition. FMI and donations: 779-2926 or 1-800-525-3136.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 16: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 499 Fairbanks Rd. Hosted by Colonial Daughters Chapter of the D.A.R.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 16: Autumn dance, 7 p.m., Mt. Blue High School. $15, students and seniors $10. Music by Al Corey Big Band. FMI: 645-3322 or 778-4215.

Leeds, Saturday, Oct. 16: Baked bean and casserole supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Leeds Community Church, 123 Church Hill Rd. Adults, $6. Children 5-12, $3. Benefits Leeds Church Maintenance Fund. FMI: 534-7151.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Oct. 16: Comedy Revue, 6:30 p.m., Murray Hall. $12 adults. Benefits Maine’s Paper and Heritage Museum. Tickets at Museum, Otis Credit Union or 897-3117 after 5:30 p.m.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Oct. 16: Public supper, 4:30-6 p.m., George Bunten Post 10 American Legion, 17 Reynolds Ave.

Strong, Saturday, Oct. 16: Rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Parish Hall, Main Street.

Turner, Saturday, Oct. 16: Turkey supper, 4-6:30 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219. Donations benefit North Turner Presbyterian Church.

Wilton, Saturday, Oct. 16: Recycle sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., First Congregational Church, Main Street. Take what you need, give what you can.

Wilton, Saturday, Oct. 16: Ham supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Harland Harnden Masonic Building. $8, under 12 $5.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 17: Quilt show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Grange Hall, 124 Bridge St. $5 admission. Raffle, door prizes, lunch, baked goods. FMI: Pat 778-3298 or Wes 778-6969.

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 19: Sandy River farmers’ market, 2-6 p.m., Front St., between Better Living Center and Narrow Gauge Cinema.

Kingfield, Tuesday, Oct. 19: Flu clinic, 9-11 a.m., Mt. Abram Regional Health Center, 25 Depot St. $10. FMI: 265-4555.

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 19: Discussion of underage drinking prevention, 6:30 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Led by Jessica Lawson. RSVP by Tuesday, Oct. 12. FMI: 645-4831 or [email protected].

Wilton, Tuesday, Oct. 19: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Rangeley, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Community breakfast buffet, 7:30-9 a.m., Farm House Inn, Route 4. Sponsored by Wilhelm Reich Museum. FMI: 864-5805.

New Sharon, Thursday, Oct. 21: Story and craft time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. Snacks. FMI: 779-1128.

Wilton, Thursday, Oct. 21: Reading and book signing of “Libby’s Loons”, 6:30 p.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Book available for sale. FMI: 645-4831.

Carthage, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 22-23: Haunted hay ride and haunted house, 6:30 p.m., Blue Moose Campground. $5. Not recommended for children. Reservations: 562-4908.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 22: Bake sale, 8:30 a.m. until sold out, Franklin Memorial Hospital Lobby. Sponsored by Auxiliary.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 22: Farmers’ market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Front Street.

Phillips, Friday, Oct. 22: Chicken supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Phillips Middle School. $7, 12 and under $5. Sponsored by Phillips Community of Christian Women.

Wilton, Friday, Oct. 22: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 23: Farmers’ market, 8 a.m. to noon, courthouse parking lot, Main Street.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 23: Harvest dance, 7-11 p.m., Elk’s Lodge. $20 couple. Music by The Legends. Sponsored by Farmington Emblem Club. Tickets: Mooseville, 778-4726 or through members.

Phillips, Saturday, Oct. 23: Chinese auction, 1 p.m., Phillips Elementary School. Doors open at 10 a.m. Concession stand run by students. Donations: Tammie 639-4320.

Carthage, Sunday, Oct. 24: Children’s haunted hay ride and haunted house, 2 p.m., Blue Moose Campground. $5. Reservations: 562-4908.

Oxford Hills area

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

Bridgton, Thursday, Oct. 14: American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bridgton Academy, Chadbourne Hill Rd.

Bryant Pond, Thursday, Oct. 14: Guest speaker Vern Maxfield, 2 p.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Free.

Norway, Thursday, Oct. 14: Coat sale, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Stephens Volunteer Services Thrift Shop, Danforth St.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 14: Preschool storytime, 10 a.m., Paris Publi Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to 5 years. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Norway, Friday, Oct. 15: Story time for ages up to 2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, Oct. 15: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 16: Fall foliage community event, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bethel Regional Airport. Free admission. $20 for scenic rides. Rain date Sunday, Oct. 17. Proceeds benefit the airport’s special event fund.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 16: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: Candi 388-2919.

Otisfield, Saturday, Oct. 16: Harvest dance, 7-11 p.m., Community Hall, Route 121. $10. Music by The Road Kingz. Sponsored by Volunteer Firefighter’s Association.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 16: Silent auction, 5 p.m., Oxford Hills High School cafeteria, 256 Main St. Doors open 3:30 p.m. To benefit the Oxford Fair.

West Paris, Saturday, Oct. 16: Buffet supper and bake sale, 5 p.m., Finnish-American Heritage Center, 8 Maple St. $7, children $3.50. American, Finnish and other ethnic foods. Sponsored by Finnish-American Heritage Society.

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 18: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Hebron, Monday, Oct. 18: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Hebron Academy, Old Woodman Hill Road.

Bridgton, Tuesday, Oct. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bridgton Healthcare, 186 Portland Rd.

Naples, Tuesday, Oct. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Lake Region High School, 1877 Roosevelt Trail.

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 21: Pot luck lunch and games, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church, Main and Church Streets. Bring dish to share. Door prizes. FMI: 743-9792.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 21: Preschool story time for ages 0-5, 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Waterford, Thursday, Oct. 21: Community supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road. Bring dish to share. FMI: 583-6677.

Norway, Friday, Oct. 22: Story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Otisfield, Friday, Oct. 22: Fourth Friday food pantry, 1-5 p.m., Free Baptist Church, Rayville Road. FMI: 539-4619.

Paris, Friday, Oct. 22: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 23: Rummage sale, 9-11 a.m., St. Catherine’s Church Hall, Paris Street. Sponsored by and benefits Youth Ministry.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 23: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: Candi 388-2919..

Otisfield, Saturday, Oct. 23: Yard sale, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 352 State Route 121. Sponsored by Molly Ocket chapter DAR.

Raymond, Saturday, Oct. 23: Local farmers harvest supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Raymond Village Church, UCC Main St. Adults, $8. Children under 12, $4.

South Paris, Saturday, Oct. 23: American Red Cross blood, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oxford Hills High School, 256 Main St.

West Paris, Saturday, Oct. 23: Buck-a-bag book sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., West Paris Historical Society. Held by Friends of the West Paris Library. FMI: 674-2004.

Norway, Sunday, Oct. 24: Longaberger bingo, 12:30 p.m., Legion Hall, Main Street. $10 for 16 games. Doors open 11 a.m. Benefits Responsible Pet Care. Advance tickets or FMI: 743-8679.

West Paris, Sunday, Oct. 24: Spooktacular Family Fun, 1-5 p.m., Agnes Gray Elementary School. Spook house, games, crafts, contests, food. Benefits West Paris Boy Scouts. FMI: 713-1237 or 515-1204.

Norway, Saturday, Oct. 30: Dance and karaoke with DJ’s The Old Crows, 7-11 p.m., American Legion Post 82. $6.

Rumford area

Mexico, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Free. Doors open at 10 a.m. Sponsored by Greater Rumford Area Ministers Pantry Service. FMI: Judy 364-7242.

Mexico, Friday, Oct. 15: Farmers’ market, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Labonville, 53 River Road.

Bethel, Saturday, Oct. 16: Fall foliage community event, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bethel Regional Airport. Free admission. $20 for scenic rides. Rain date Sunday, Oct. 17. Proceeds benefit the airport’s special event fund.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 16: Turkey supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232. $8, under 12 $4. Take out available. FMI: Dick 364-2943 or Joe 364-4715.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 16: Bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m., United Methodist Church, Linnell Street. $6, children $2.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 18: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Rumford, Thursday, Oct. 21: Haunted walk, 320 Isthmus Rd. $3. Also runs Fri. 22, Sat. 23, Wed. 27, and Thurs. 28. Proceeds to River Valley Relay for Life through Cancer Crusaders relay team.

Rumford, Friday, Oct. 22: Harvest supper, 4:30-7 p.m., Rumford Lodge of Elks #862. $7. Sign up in advance. FMI: 364-4022 or 364-2548.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 23: Kids pumpkin festival, 12-3 p.m., 320 Isthmus Rd. $5. Rain date Oct. 30. Proceeds to River Valley Relay for Life through Cancer Crusaders relay team.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 23: Ski Swap, 8 a.m. to noon, Black Mountain. Equipment accepted Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Dixfield, Monday, Oct. 25: Preschool storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 25: Preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Mexico Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 30: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rumford Elementary School, Lincoln Avenue. Bake sale, raffles.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 13: Teen gaming, 3-4 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640.

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.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 14: Character building, 6-7:30 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Trafton Program room, 49 Spring St. Grades K-3. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 14: Teen homework help, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Library, TeenSpace, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 14: Teen movie: Breakfast at Tiffany’s, 2:45-5 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Free. Refreshments. FMI: Bridget [email protected].

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 14: Book discussion: Born to Run, 6-7 p.m., Library, meet at reference desk, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2.

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

Lisbon Falls, Thursday, Oct. 14: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lisbon High School, 2 Sugg Drive.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 15: Teen open mic night, 6-8 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room , 49 Spring St. Donations of canned food items benefits Auburn Middle School’s Green Closet. Sign up at 5:30 p.m. FMI: Sally 333-6640 ext. 4.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 15: Charity auction, 6 p.m., Lost Valley Ski Resort, $10. Refreshments.

Durham, Friday, Oct. 15: Fish fry, 5:30-7 p.m., AMVET Post 13, 1049 Royalsborough Rd., Rte. 136. Adults, $10. Children under 7, $5. FMI: 713-7711.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 15: Story time for ages 0-2 1/2, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 15: Baked haddock dinner, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Street. $6. Sponsored by Auxiliary. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 15: Beef stew dinner, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6. Sponsored by Auxiliary. Meeting at 7 p.m.

Monmouth, Friday, Oct. 15: Chicken pie supper, 5-6:30 p.m., East Monmouth Church Vestry, Rte. 135. Adults, $7. Children 12 and under, $3.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Dominic Regional High School gym, 121 Gracelawn Road. Sponsored by Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Story and craft for ages 2-6 with Judy D’Amour, 9:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Sprouts program for ages 0-24 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m., St. Louis Church basement, Third Street. $6, 12 and under $3. Sponsored by Andy Valley Knights of Columbus Council 8742.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Fire safety open house, 12-4 p.m., Auburn Fire Department Central Station, 550 Minot Ave. Free pizza. FMI: 784-5433 ext. 21.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Karaoke/dance with Jean Louis, 8 p.m. to midnight, Williams J. Rogers American Legion #153, 71 South Main St. No Charge. FMI: 782-1118.

Greene, Saturday, Oct. 16: Variety show, 7 p.m., Androscoggin Grange. $7, under 6 $4. FMI: Janice 946-5006.

Leeds, Saturday, Oct. 16: Baked bean and casserole supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Leeds Community Church, 123 Church Hill Rd. Adults, $6. Children 5-12, $3. Benefits Leeds Church Maintenance Fund. FMI: 534-7151.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 16: Read to a Dog, noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot at 513-3133.

Minot, Saturday, Oct. 16: Turkey supper, 5-6 p.m., United Methodist Church. $6, children $3. FMI: Allen 998-6005.

Minot, Saturday, Oct. 16: Corned beef supper, 4:30-6 p.m., West Minot Grange. $7, children $3.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 16: Bean supper, 5-6 p.m., AMVET Post 6. Adults, $7. Children under 12, $3. Under 6, free.

Poland, Saturday, Oct. 16: Harvest supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Poland Community Church, Route 26. $8.

Turner, Saturday, Oct. 16: Turkey supper, 4-6:30 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219. Donations benefit North Turner Presbyterian Church.

Wales, Saturday, Oct. 16: Turkey supper, 5-6 p.m., Youth Center, Route 132. Benefits Wales Presbyterian Church. FMI: Alice 375-8382 or Marilyn 375-6604.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct. 17: Turkey dinner, 12-2 p.m., Sacred Heart Church Hall, Minot and Western Avenues. $8, under 12 $4. Sponsored by Andy Valley Knights of Columbus Council 8742. Advance tickets: 345-3661 or 782-8096.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct. 17: Silent auction, 1-5 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn. Music, raffles, bake sale, pumpkins. Benefits Sandy Barnies. Donate and FMI: 740-7433 or [email protected].

Greene, Sunday, Oct. 17: Variety show, 1 p.m., Androscoggin Grange. $7, under 6 $4. FMI: Janice 946-5006.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 17: Dance with music by Steve & The Good Old Boys, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Turner, Sunday, Oct. 17: Talk by Jacqueline Briggs Martin, 2:30 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 18: Mom’s Morning Out, 9:30-11 a.m., Library, Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 18: Sweet Peas program for ages 24-36 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 18: Maine author Chris Van Dusen, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Free. Tickets required. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.

Hebron, Monday, Oct. 18: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Hebron Academy, Old Woodman Hill Road.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 18: Art Van program, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 18: All-ages story time, 6 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 19: Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Preschool storytime, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Teen anime club, 3-4 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 20: Read to the dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 21: Book discussion: Out Stealing Horses, 6-7 p.m., Library, History Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 21: Ghosthunters, 6-8 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Teens and adults. Refreshments.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 21: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 22: Dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, Williams J. Rogers American Legion #153, 71 South Main St. No Charge. Music by Veggies By Day. FMI: 782-1118.

Lewiston, Friday, Oct. 22: Story time for ages 0-2 1/2, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 22: Roast beef supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Street. $6. Sponsored by Sons of American Legion. FMI: 353-8192.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Auburn Mall, 550 Center St.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 23: Craft fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Village Green, 200 Stetson Road. Benefits Camp Sunshine. Sponsored by Schooner Estates Crafter’s Guild.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 23: Sprouts program for ages 0-24 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 333-6640.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 23: Beef stew supper, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Williams J. Rogers American Legion Auxiliary, 71 South Main St. $6, 65 and older $5, 12 and under $4. FMI: 782-1118.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 23: Turkey dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 757 Summer St. $7, 5 and under $3. Benefits Trinity Jubilee Center.

Bowdoin, Saturday, Oct. 23: Supper, 4:30-6 p.m., West Bowdoin Paris Hall. $7.50, 12 and under $3.50, preschool free. Sponsored by Woodland Cemetery Association.

Gray, Saturday, Oct. 23: Bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church, Route 115. $7, under 12 $3. Handicap accessible.

Greene, Saturday, Oct. 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fire Department, 106 Patten Road.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 23: Read to the Dog, noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve a spot at 513-3133.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Oct. 23: Baked bean and ham supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Lisbon Methodist Church, School St. Adults, $6. Ages 6-12, $3. Ages 5 and under, free. Sponsored by Methodist Women. FMI: 353-8951.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct. 24: Public breakfast, 8-10:30 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5. Benefits X-mas Party for Children. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 24: Dance with music by Patio Cowboy, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 15o East Ave. $8. Doors open 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 25: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: www.auburnpubliclibrary.org or 333-6640.

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 25: Sweet peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: www.auburnpubliclibrary.org or 333-6640.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 25: Art van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Oct. 25: All-ages storytime, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.