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. 3: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Bryant Pond, Thursday, Nov. 4: Guest speaker Laurie Winsor, 2 p.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Free. Part of National Home Care and Hospice month.

Norway, Thursday, Nov. 4: Pasta potluck dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Rowe School Cafe. Donation. Basket raffle. Sponsored by the fifth grade.

Paris, Thursday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to age 5. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 5: “Family Caregiving: Guiding You through the Rewards and Challenges Ahead,” 10 a.m. to noon, Congregational Church, Church Street. Free. Refreshments. Speaker Laurie Winsor, Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice. Sponsored by Western Mountains Senior College. FMI: 824-2053.

Mechanic Falls, Friday, Nov. 5: Texas hold’em tournament, 6 p.m., American Legion Post 150, 41 Elm St. $30. 100-player limit. Sign up at Post lounge. FMI: 345-9587.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 5: Lasagna dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 205 Main St. $8, under 10 $4. Takeout available. FMI: 743-2290 9 a.m. to noon, Tuesday through Thursday.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 5: Story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Paris, Friday, Nov. 5: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 6: Turkey supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange. Adults $7. Under 12 $3. Veterans free.

East Sumner, Saturday, Nov. 6: Chicken pie supper, 5:30 p.m., Congregational Church, Route 219. Donations benefit Deacons’ Community Outreach Fund.

Norway, Saturday, Nov. 6: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: 388-2919.

Norway, Saturday, Nov. 6: American Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aubuchon Hardware, 138 Main St.

Oxford, Saturday, Nov. 6: Public supper, 5:30-7 p.m., Grace Fellowship Church, Poplar St. Adults $7, ages 12 and under $3.50. FMI: 674-2733 or 539-9064.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 6: Ham supper, 5 p.m., Fire Station, Western Avenue. $8, 4-12 $4, under 4 free. Mac and cheese available. 50/50. Sponsored by Auxiliary.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 6: Roast turkey dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, Main and Church streets. $8, under 12 $4. Parking behind Library and Town Office.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 6: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Western Maine Veterans’ Home, 477 High St.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 6: Supper & dance, 5 p.m., Legion Hall, Church St. Supper $7. Dance $5. Dance begins at 6:30.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 6: Roast pork supper, 5-6 p.m., Legion Hall. $7, children $3.

Mechanic Falls, Sunday, Nov. 7: Country Legends and Memorial Award Show, noon, Silver Spur, Route 121. $7. Food bar, 50/50, raffles. FMI: 793-8884 or 743-1829.

Norway, Monday, Nov. 8: After School Special program, 3:15-4:30 p.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Register and FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Tuesday, Nov. 9: Family game night, 6-7:30 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected]

Harrison, Wednesday, Nov. 10: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., United Parish Congregational Church, 77 Main St.

Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Paris, Thursday, Nov. 11: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to age 5. FMI:743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Gould Academy, 39 Church St.

Paris, Friday, Nov. 12: Preschool play group for ages 1-3, 9:30 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Harrison, Saturday, Nov. 13: Silver Bells Craft and Vendor Festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lions Club. Visti from Santa. Benefits Christmas for Kids.

Norway, Saturday, Nov. 13: Winter market, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grange Hall, 15 Whitman St. FMI: 388-2919.

Norway, Saturday, Nov. 13: Texas hold’em tournament, 1-5 p.m., Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St. $55. Benefits Responsible Pet Care. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Market Square Health Care Center. FMI: Lynne 743-7086 ext. 5330.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 10 am. to 1:30 p.m., South Paris Universalist Church. Luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

West Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair and yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Agnes Gray School. Door prizes, lunch. Benefits West Paris Fire Auxiliary. Tables and FMI: 674-5890.