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.

Lewiston area

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.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Craft time, 10 a.m., The Toy Library, 134 College St. $2. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Kids Clothes Closet, 11 a.m. to noon, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

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.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Spaghetti supper, 5-7 p.m., East Auburn Community School cafeteria, 15 Andrew Dr. Benefits families of Dennis Myrick and Jillian Dumais. Donations and FMI: 782-4142.

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.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 18: Kids Clothes Closet, 11 a.m. to noon, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

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.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 19: Rock out to 5 bands, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Club Texas, 150 Center St. $10. Sponsored by Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Toy drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., M&M Getty Mart, 515 Lisbon, St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2358.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Craft sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bates St. Senior Housing, 250 Bates St. Use left side door.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Baby time, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Infants up to age 2 1/2. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Mechanic Falls, Friday, Nov. 19: Public supper, 5-6:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. Adults $7, seniors $6, children under 12 $3.50. Hosted by American Legion Post 150 Ladies Auxiliary.

Pownal, Friday, Nov. 19: Christmas fair, 2-7 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Rd. FMI: 688-4101 or 699-4818.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 757 Summer St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Congregational Church, High St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Toy drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Family Dollar parking lot, Center St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2358.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas by the lake fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, Turner St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Stories, 9:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Sprouts, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Supper, 4:30-5:30 p.m., basement of St. Louis Church, Third St. Adults $6, ages 12 and under $3. Held by Andy Valley Knights of Columbus, Council 8742.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sixth Street Congregational Church. Lunch available.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., United Methodist Church, 439 Park Ave.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Harvest supper, 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., West Auburn Congregational Church vestry, 811 West Auburn Rd. Adults $7, ages 5-12 $3, under 5 free. Takeouts available. Funds go to the building’s ongoing maintenance and improvement. FMI: 754-4505 or 784-0282.

Danville, Saturday, Nov. 20: Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Danville Junction Grange. Luncheon available. Sponsored by Danville Union Church. FMI: 998-2231.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 67 Frost Hill Ave. To benefit Holy Trinity Parish. Free admission. FMI: 353-9056.

Litchfield, Saturday, Nov. 20: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Litchfield Plains Baptist Church, 56 Plains Rd.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 20: Supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster St.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 20: Veterans fundraiser music by Grady, 5:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 1675 Lisbon Rd. $5. FMI: 784-4801.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 20: Bean supper, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Lisbon Left Hand Club. $6. FMI: 353-2143.

Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Rd. FMI: 688-4101 or 699-4818.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 20: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., library in Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthews Way.

Wales, Saturday, Nov. 20: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wales Central School, 175 Centre Road, off Route 132. Raffles, door prizes, 50/50, lunch. Benefits students. FMI: Kim 577-0733 or [email protected].

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 21: Christmas by the lake leftovers, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, Turner St.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 21: “Give Thanks” concert by Phil House and Kathy Haley, 6 p.m., Court St. Baptist Church, 129 Court St. Bring canned foods for Court St. Food Cupboard. FMI: 784-6661.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 21: Dance with music by Patio Cowboy, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 22: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 22: Sweet peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Ages 24-36 months. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 22: Art Van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 22: Storytime, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. All ages. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 22: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthews Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: 225-3501.

Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 23: Teen movie series, 2:45-5 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Free. Movie to be announced. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 23: 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.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 23: Craft time, 10 a.m., The Toy Library, 134 College St. $2. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 23: Kids Clothes Closet, 11 a.m. to noon, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

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

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 25: Thanksgiving dinner, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hope Haven Gospel Mission, 209 Lincoln St. Delivery available to shut-ins. FMI: 783-6086.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 25: Community meal, 12 p.m., Trinity Church, 247 Bates St. Free. Sponsored by Trinity Jubilee Center in partnership with Salvation Army. FMI: 783-0801 or 782-5700.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 25: Kids Clothes Closet, 11 a.m. to noon, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to noon, Mason Ashlar 105, 1021 Turner St.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 26: Performance by classical guitarist Gregory Guay, 6 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St. Donations benefit the Ryan Guay memorial scholarship. FMI: www.gregoryguaymusic.com.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 26: Toy drive, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Marden’s Discount, Main Street. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2358.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 26: Toy drive, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., L-A Harley Davidson, 839 Main St. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 2358.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 26: Stuffed pepper supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Street. Served by Sons of American Legions.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 27: 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, Nov. 27: Family movie, 1-3 p.m., Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Refreshments. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 27: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Leavitt Institute Building Library, 98 Matthews Way. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 28: Dance with music by Crossin Mason Dixon, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

New Gloucester, Sunday, Nov. 28: Tree lighting, 4:30 p.m., Town Hall, Route 231. Music, Library open house, History Barn open house, refreshments. Sponsored by Public Library and Historical Society.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 30: Craft time, 10 a.m., The Toy Library, 134 College St. $2. FMI: 782-1112.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 30: Kids Clothes Closet, 11 a.m. to noon, The Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112.