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

Rangeley, Monday, Nov. 8: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-5 p.m., Town Hall, 15 School St.

Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 9: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Forest restoration and climate change presentation, 7-9 p.m., University of Maine, Thomas Auditorium, Ricker Hall, High St. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 592-2238.

Wilton, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Homeschoolers book sharing group, 2-3:30 p.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. Grades K-6 and 7-12. FMI: 645-4831.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 11: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Farmington, Friday, Nov. 12: Spaghetti dinner and silent auction, 5-7 p.m., Old South Church. $6, children $4. Benefits Franklin County Animal Shelter. Tickets at door and shelter, 550 Industry Road. FMI: 778-2638.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 12: Ham dinner, 5-7 p.m., St. Andrew’s Episcopal church, 16 Church Road. $8, children $4, family $20.

Wilton, Friday, Nov. 12: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Chesterville, Saturday, Nov. 13: Hunters breakfast, 5:30-9 a.m., Town Hall, Dutch Gap Road and Pope Road. Adults $5, children $2.50. FMI: 778-3513.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Great Charity Auction, preview 5:30-7 p.m., UMF North Dining Hall. Benefits United Way of Tri-Valley Area. FMI: 778-5048.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Percussion ensemble “Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm,” 7:30 p.m., UMF, Nordica Auditorium. $9, seniors $7, 16 and under free. Sponsored by Arts Institute of Western Maine. FMI: 778-3722.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, Elks Lodge. $10. Tickets at Madore Market or at door. Music by Crossin’ Mason Dixon. Benefits veterans projects. FMI: 778-6761.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks School Meeting House, Route 4. Benefits Storage Shed. Tables and FMI: 778-3808 or 778-3267.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Farmers market, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Farmington Grange Hall.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 13: Community luncheon, 12-1 p.m., Old South First Congregational Church. Free. Delivery available. FMI: 778-0424 or 778-4438.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 13: Roast turkey supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 148 Main St. Free. Donations welcome. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. FMI: 779-6951.

New Sharon, Saturday, Nov. 13: Baked bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Franklin Lodge #123, Rte. 2.

Phillips, Saturday, Nov. 13: Hunters’ breakfast, 4:30-9 a.m., Phillips Elementary School. Adults $6, under 12 $4. Benefits 8th grade class trip to Quebec in spring.

Rangeley, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Good Shepherd Church. Lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by Episcopal Church Women.

Salem, Saturday, Nov. 13: Hunters baked bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Salem Community Building. Adults $6, seniors $5, ages 5-12 $4, family $18, under 5 free. Sponsored by Salem Pine Tree Club. Benefits children’s Christmas party.

Strong, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Strong Elementary School. FMI: 684-3521.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft and bake sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Turner Center Universalist Church, Route 117. Lunch available.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Pot luck supper for landowners, 5 p.m., BQMC Hall, Route 219. Sponsored by Turner Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club. FMI: Ed 225-2072.

Industry, Sunday, Nov. 14: Open house, 2-4 p.m., Clearwater Food Pantry, Rte. 184. FMI: 778-2580.

Chesterville, Monday, Nov. 15: “A Matter of Balance”, 7 p.m., Town Office. Free. Light refreshments. Bring yoga mat. Sponsored by North Chesterville Extension Homemakers. FMI: 778-3156.

Turner, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Thursday, Nov. 18: Public baked bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Trinity V.M.C.

New Sharon, Thursday, Nov. 18: Story hour, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. FMI: 779-1128.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 18: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building library, 98 Matthews Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: 225-3501.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 27: Holiday decorations and gift sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Fairbanks School Meeting House, Route 4. Donations. FMI: 778-3808.

Oxford Hills area

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.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 12: 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. 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.

Otisfield, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Free Baptist Church, Rayville Rd. Free, donations welcome.

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.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Square-dancing, 7-10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, 100 Pine St. $6. Presented by Swingin’ Bears Club. All welcome. FMI: 577-6894, 647-2008, or 782-4050.

South Paris, Saturday, Nov. 13: Christmas sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church.

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.

Fryeburg, Monday, Nov. 15: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., Gibson Recreation Center, 745 Main St.

Paris, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Family game night, 6-7:30 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Story time for ages 2-6, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Paris, Thursday, Nov. 18: 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].

Waterford, Thursday, Nov. 18: Community supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road. Bring a dish to share. FMI: 583-6677.

West Paris, Thursday, Nov. 18: Chicken pie supper, 5:30 p.m., First Universalist Church, Main St. Adults $8, ages 11 and under $3. Tickets on sale at 4:30 p.m.

Rumford area

Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 8: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42, Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, Nov. 8: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Mexico, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Free. Doors open at 10 a.m. Served by GRAMPS. FMI: 364-7242.

Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Ages 2-5. FMI: 364-3661.

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

Mexico, Saturday, Nov. 13: Public supper, 5 p.m., Congregational United Church of Christ (“Green Church”). Adults $7, under 12 $3.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Fall fair and silent auction, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., United Methodist Church, 455 Linnell St. Beef stew lunch 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Senior Citizen’s Hall, 50 Congress St. Door prizes, 50/50.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft and food sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion. Chinese auction, 50/50. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary Unit #24. FMI: 364-2827 or 363-5665.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Spaghetti dinner and karaoke, 7 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Bingo Hall, Oxford Avenue. $5. Chinese auction, raffles. Benefits Tammy (Martin) Philbrick.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Dance, 7 p.m., Rumford Falls Auditorium. $5, under 12 with adult $3. Live music, 50/50, raffles, refreshments. Advance tickets at Bartash Card and Gift. Benefits Jane Holt deFrees Scholarship. Sponsored by Rumford Performing Arts.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rumford Community Home. Benefits residents activity fund. Donation of crafts or baked goods: 364-7863 ext. 124.

Mexico, Monday, Nov. 15: Preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Mexico Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 15: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Dixfield, Tuesday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dirigo High School, 99 Weld St.

Mexico, Wednesday, Nov. 17: 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.

Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Library Public Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.

Rumford, Sunday, Nov. 21: Texas hold’em tournament, 2 p.m., 49 Franklin St. $50. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Sponsored by Rumford Area Rotary. Register and FMI: 357-8023 or 364-2983.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 8: 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, Nov. 8: Sweet Peas for ages 24-36 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 8: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 150 East Ave.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 8: Art Van program, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 8: All-ages story time, 6 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 9: Story time for ages 2 1/2-5, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Teen gaming, 3-4 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Read to the dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day prayer service, 6:30 p.m., Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St. Free.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Peek-A-Boo Puppet show, 10 a.m., The Toy Library, 134 College St. $2. FMI: 782-1112.

Lisbon, Thursday, Nov. 11: Flag burning, 1 p.m., VFW Post 9459. Hot dogs and happy hour for veterans, 4-6 p.m.

Lisbon, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day chili, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster St.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 11: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 12: Rock for cancer, 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., Club Texas, 150 Center St. $10. Benefits Wayne Nichols. Featuring 5 rock bands. Buffet available.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: 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.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: Food for Thought luncheon, noon, USM/L-A College. $7 advance, $8 at door. Program by Dorothy Bowyer on book “Happy Life Blues”. Reservations by noon Nov. 11, 753-6510.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: Toy drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lisbon St. News, 890 Lisbon St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 32358.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Spaghetti dinner, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Lisbon Community School, 33 Mill St. Adults $6, children under 10 $3. Includes raffle and silent auction. Sponsored by PWS 7th grade. FMI: 353-3055.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Chicken Alfredo dinner, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Street.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Grilled cheese and soup supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $5. Turkey raffle. Sponsored by Auxiliary. FMI: 353-2152.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 12: Ham dinner, 5-7 p.m., St. Andrew’s Episcopal church, 16 Church Road. $8, children $4, family $20.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: 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, Nov. 13: One Hip Night of Bellydancing, 6:30-10 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn. $20. Hosted by Imari & The Sahara Desert Dancers. Benefits Central Maine Medical Center. FMI: 647-2616 or www.imarisbellydancing.com.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: Used book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: Toy drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 Brothers Disc. Store, Mill St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 32358.

Durham, Saturday, Nov. 13: Benefit for Braelyn Bailey, 5-8 p.m., Durham Community School. Spaghetti dinner 5-6:30 p.m. $10 or $25 for a family. FMI: Benefit for Braelyn Bailey on Facebook.

Gray, Saturday, Nov. 13: Breakfast, 5-11 a.m., American Legion, Route 100. $5, family $15. Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 86.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: “Teddy Bear Fair”, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lewiston High School gym. Crafts, books, baked goods. Sponsored by Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus. St. $7, children $3.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: Rocking Against Cancer, 5:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 1675 Lisbon Road. $10. Spaghetti supper, two bands, silent auction. FMI: Linda 784-4801.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 13: “Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair,” 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Church, 14 School St. Beef stew luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5, children $2.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church Parish Hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6, 4-11 $4, under 4 free, family with children under 12 $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. FMI: 353-5636.

Manchester, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Manchester Elementary School. FMI: 629-2949.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Congregational Church, 19 Gloucester Hill Rd. Held by Women’s Evening Guild. FMI: 926-3260 or NGUCC.org.

Poland, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Poland Community School, Route 26. Food, raffles.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean supper and dance, 5-9:30 p.m., Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road. Supper $6, dance $5, both $10. Music by The Trio. FMI: 375-4850.

Topsham, Saturday, Nov. 13: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church, 84 Main St. Quilt raffle, jewelry, luncheon.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft and bake sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Turner Center Universalist Church, Route 117. Lunch available.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Pot luck supper for landowners, 5 p.m., BQMC Hall, Route 219. Sponsored by Turner Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club. FMI: Ed 225-2072.

Winthrop, Saturday, Nov. 13: Hunter and family breakfast, 5-9 a.m., Congregational Church, Main Street. Benefits Rotary Club’s projects.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 14: Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5. Benefits Christmas party for children. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 14: 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.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 15: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 15: Sweet Peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. 24 to 36 months. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 15: Art Van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 15: All-ages story time, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 16: The Music Man, 2 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. 50 cents. Part of Prime Time Tuesdays. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpublicschools.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Preschool story time for ages 3-5, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Teen Anime Club, 3-4 p.m., Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: American Red Cross blood drive, 3-8 p.m., Bates College Chase Hall, 23 Campus Dr.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Creature Features for ages 8-12, 4:30 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space limited. Sign up at 513-3133.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Read to the Dog, 6 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve spot at 513-3133.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 18: “Beat holiday stress”, 12-1 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Part of Brown Bag Lunches. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 18: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 18: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building library, 98 Matthews Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: 225-3501.