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.

Rumford area

Dixfield, Tuesday, Jan. 18: After-school program, 3-5 p.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St.

Mexico, Wednesday, Jan. 19: Free lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Doors open at 10 a.m. Served by GRAMPS. All are welcome. FMI: 364-7242.

Rumford, Wednesday, Jan. 19: Preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Ages 2-5. FMI: 364-3661.

Bethel, Saturday, Jan. 22 – Sunday, Jan. 30: Winter festival events. Complete listing online. FMI: www.bethelwinterfest.com.

Dixfield, Monday, Jan. 24: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, Jan. 24: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or [email protected].

Dixfield, Tuesday, Jan. 25: After-school program, 3-5 p.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St.

Mexico, Wednesday, Jan. 26: 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, Jan. 26: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Library Public Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.

Old Orchard Beach, Friday, Jan. 28: 5:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., Jimmy the Greeks Restaurant. Donations. Raffles, cake/pie bingo. Benefits Marie Nadeau of Dixfield. FMI: Angela 418-7593 or [email protected].