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

Bethel, Friday, April 1: Endurance riding discussion by Kathy Brunjes and Tom Hutchinson, 7 p.m., Trustees Auditorium, McLaughlin Science Building, Gould Academy. Free. Open to the public. Presented by Mahoosuc Land Trust Local Knowledge Series.

Norway, Friday, April 1: Story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Norway, Friday, April 1: Community 3-pie supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Second Congregational Church, UCC, 205 Main St. Adults $7, children under 10 $3.50. Proceeds benefit the general fund. Takeout available. FMI: 743-2290.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, April 2: Cabin fever – sports style, 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., Silver Spur Dance Club. $10. Sports themed attire recommended. Hosted by OH Chamber of Commerce. FMI: 743-2281.

Paris, Saturday, April 2: Roast pork supper, 5 p.m., Paris Fire Station, Western Avenue. $8, 4-12 $4, under 4 free. Easter basket raffle, 50/50. Sponsored by Fire Department Auxiliary.

Paris, Saturday, April 2: Jones Dance Band, 5 p.m., Legion Hall, Church St. Supper 5-6 p.m. for $7. Dance 6:30 p.m. for $5.

Sumner, Saturday, April 2: Spaghetti supper, 5:30 p.m., Congregational Church of East Sumner. Donations will benefit the work of the Church. FMI: 388-2089.

Naples, Monday, April 4: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lake Region High School, 1877 Roosevelt Trail.

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

Bethel, Thursday, April 7: Comedian and inspirational speaker Judson Laipply, 9 a.m., Gould Academy, Bingham Auditorium. Free. First come, first serve. FMI: Susan 615-7300.

Paris, Thursday, April 7: Story time for ages 0-5, 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or paris.public.library@msln.net.

Paris, Thursday, April 7: Lenten lunch, noon to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church, next to Library. $6. Sermonette by local minister.

Greenwood, Friday, April 8: Spring fever bingo, 6 p.m., Jackson-Silver Post #68, Gore Rd. Doors open 4 p.m. Proceeds benefit Woodstock Veteran’s Honor Roll Expansion Project. FMI: 527-2234 or 875-3800.

Norway, Friday, April 8: Baby booster, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Infants up to age 2. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Saturday, April 9: Yard sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post No. 72, Church Street. Lunch counter, 50/50.

Paris, Saturday, April 9: Square dance, 7-10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School. $6. Non-dancers can watch for free. Sponsored by Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club and Friendship Squares of Wilton. FMI: 577-6893, 647-2008, or 782-4050.

Paris, Saturday, April 9: Dance, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church St. $5. Lunch counter open.

Harrison, Sunday, April 10: Public breakfast, 8:30-10:30 a.m., VFW Post #9328, Waterford Rd. Donations appreciated.

Bridgton, Tuesday, April 12: Growing your own food workshop, 6-8 p.m., Community Center. Free. Pre-registration by April 8. Offered by Oxford County Cooperative Extension. FMI: 743-6329 or 1-800-287-1482.

Locke Mills, Tuesday, April 12: Supper and dance, 5-9:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. Adults $10, children $3. Music by Richard Felt Band. Doors open at 4 p.m. FMI: 674-2259.

Norway, Wednesday, April 13: Pre-school story time, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308.

Bryant Pond, Thursday, April 14: Guest speaker Dennis Gross, 2 p.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Free. Display of minerals, refreshments.

Paris, Thursday, April 14: Lenten lunch, noon to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church, next to Library. $6. Sermonette by local minister.

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