Farmington area

Farmington, Tuesday, March 15: Poetry reading by the Poetry Group, 6 p.m., Devaney, Doak and Garrett bookstore.

Wilton, Tuesday, March 15: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Wednesday, March 16: Loaves & Fish chowder, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, Farmington Falls Road. Free.

Oquossoc, Wednesday, March 16: Ladies/community breakfast, 7-9 a.m., Gingerbread House. Sponsored by Wilhelm Reich Museum. FMI: 864-3602.

Farmington, Thursday, March 17: St. Patty’s Day public supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Fairbanks School, Route 4. Admission by donation. Take-out available. FMI: 778-3808.

East Wilton, Friday, March 18: Country jamboree/spotlight, 7-10 p.m., Harnden Masonic Lodge, 70 Bryant Road. Donations at the door. FMI: 645-2472.”

Farmington, Friday, March 18: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks Union Church. $6 donation. Local delivery available. FMI: 778-4705.

Wilton, Friday, March 18: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Saturday, March 19: Farmers market, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Grange Hall.

Wilton, Saturday, March 19: Public masonic supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Harland M. Harnden Masonic Building, 80 Bryant Road. Adults $8, children under 12 $5. FMI: 778-2354 or 645-2190.

Wilton, Tuesday, March 22: Pre-school story time, 10:30 a.m., Wilton Free Public Library, 6 Goodspeed St. FMI: 645-4831.

Farmington, Wednesday, March 23: Free loaves and fish chowder, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, Farmington Falls Road. FMI: 778-4429.

New Sharon, Thursday, March 24: Story hour, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Jim Ditzler Memorial Library. All are welcome. FMI; 779-1128.

Strong, Thursday, March 24: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mount Abram High School, 1513 Salem Road.

Strong, Thursday, March 24: Bedtime story time, 6:30-7 p.m., Strong Public Library. FMI: 684-4003 from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday or Thursday or from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Oxford Hills area

Paris, Monday, March 14: After school program, 4 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. All ages welcome. FMI:743-6994.

Paris, Tuesday, March 15: Family game night, 6-7:30 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Norway, Wednesday, March 16: Story time for ages 2-6, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Mechanic Falls, Thursday, March 17: St. Patrick’s Day supper, 5-6:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. Adults $7, seniors $6, children under 8 $3. Hosted by American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 150.

Paris, Thursday, March 17: Pre-school 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, March 17: Community supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Rd. Bring a dish to share. FMI: 583-6677.

Norway, Friday, March 18: Baby booster, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Infants up to age 2. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Friday, March 18: Pre-school play group, 9:30 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Ages 1-3. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Paris, Friday, March 18: Chicken pie supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Hall. Adults $7, children under 12 $4. Followed by chinese auction at 6:30 p.m. Benefits Boy Scouts Troop 130 summer camp and activities. FMI: 212-4974.

West Paris, Friday, March 18: Community pot luck supper and game night, 5:30 p.m., First Universalist Church. Free. Bring a dish to share. You do not have to be a member of the church to attend.

Hartford, Saturday, March 19: Clothing Center, 1-2:30 p.m., Hartford Community Church, Church St.

Lovell, Saturday, March 19: Flea market and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., United Church of Christ, Route 5. FMI: 925-3661.

Norway, Saturday, March 19: Full Moon Madness, 5 p.m., Trolley Restaurant, 237 Main St. Food, games, prizes. Benefits Relay For Life KeyBank Team.

Norway, Saturday, March 19: Bean supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Mason Hall, 9 Temple St. $7, under 12 $4.

Oxford, Saturday, March 19: Chinese auction, 10 a.m., Advent Christian Church, Route 26, by Wal-Mart. Drawing at 1 p.m. Refreshments, dollar table, 50/50. FMI: Peggy 357-7072.

Paris, Saturday, March 19: Harlem Superstars vs. Oxford Hills Dream Team, 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. $7 in advance, $8 at the door. FMI: 890-2369.

Paris, Saturday, March 19: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church St. $5. Lunch counter open.

Paris, Saturday, March 19: Lasagna supper, 5 p.m., Fire Station. $8, 4-12 $4, under 4 free. Benefits Ganderia Middle School.

Paris, Saturday, March 19: “Relay For Life,” 1-2:15 p.m., Paris Elementary School, 4 Hathaway Rd. $10. Tutorial 1-1:15 p.m. Zumba 1:15-2:15 p.m. All proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. FMI: 966-3170.

Bethel, Sunday, March 20: All-you-can-eat buffet, 7:30-11 a.m., Ordway Dining Hall, Gould Academy, Church St. Adults $8, children $3. Proceeds benefit Rotary Club projects and scholarships.

Waterford, Sunday, March 20: Maple sap collecting contest, 10 a.m., Fairgrounds. Breakfast starting at 8:30 a.m. Sponsored by Farmers Draft Horse Club. FMI: Ron 461-9898

Paris, Monday, March 21: After school program, 4 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. All ages welcome. Story, snacks. FMI: 743-6994.

Buckfield, Tuesday, March 22: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-5 p.m., Buckfield High School, 160 Morrill St.

Paris, Tuesday, March 22: Family game night, 6-7:30 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Norway, Wednesday, March 23: Pre-school story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Ages 2-6. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

Paris, Thursday, March 24: Pre-school story time, 10 a.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Infants up to age 5. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

Paris, Saturday, March 26: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 72, Church Street. 50/50, lunch counter open.

Rumford area

Dixfield, Monday, March 14: Pre-school story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, March 14: Pre-school story hour, 10 a.m., 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or e-mail [email protected].

Dixfield, Tuesday, March 15: After-school program, 3-5 p.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: [email protected].

Mexico, Wednesday, March 16: 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, March 16: Story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Library Public Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.

Rumford, Friday, March 18: Salmon pie luncheon, 11-12:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church. $7. Take-out available. FMI: 364-3965.

Rumford, Friday, March 18: “Bat Hibernation in Maine” presentation by David Yates, 7 p.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Free. Sponsored by Mahoosuc Land Trust. Open to the public. FMI: 824-3806.

Rumford, Friday, March 18: Haddock fish fry, 4-7 p.m., St. Athanasius & St. John’s Church Hall, basement. $8, 4-12 $6, under 4 free. Take out available. Benefits Holy Savior Catholic School. FMI: 364-2528.

Dixfield, Monday, March 21: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.

Mexico, Monday, March 21: Preschool story time, 10 a.m., Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281.

Dixfield, Tuesday, March 22: After-school program, 3-5 p.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St.

Mexico, Wednesday, March 23: Free lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Served by GRAMPS. Doors open at 10 a.m. All are welcome. FMI: 364-7242.

Rumford, Wednesday, March 23: Relay For Life kick-off rally, 5:30 p.m., Eagles Club, Oxford Ave. You must RSVP. FMI: 364-8358.

Rumford, Wednesday, March 23: Pre-school story hour, 10 a.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Ages 2-5. FMI: 364-3662.