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

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.

Rumford, Saturday, April 9: Hypnotist Joe DeVito, 7:30 p.m., American Legion Post 24. $15. Ages 21 and up. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dance to follow from 9-11 p.m. FMI: 369-9053.

Mexico, Monday, April 11: Preschool story and craft hour, 10 a.m., Mexico Public Library, 134 Main St. FMI: 364-3281 or e-mail [email protected].

Rumford, Monday, April 11: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library.

Mexico, Wednesday, April 13: Free lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Served by GRAMPS. Doors open 10 a.m. All are welcome. FMI: 364-7242.

Rumford, Wednesday, April 13: Preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Ages 2-5. FMI: 364-3661.

Rumford, Friday, April 15: Fish fry, 4-7 p.m., St. Athanasius-St. John’s Church Hall, 126 Main St. Adults $8, ages 4-12 $6, children under 3 free. Benefits Holy Savior Parish and School. Takeout available. FMI: 364-2528.

Canton, Saturday, April 16: Chinese and silent auction, 1 p.m., Fire Station. Doors open at 11 a.m. Sponsored by Canton Cruiser’s Relay for Life team. FMI: 597-3071 or 597-2139.

Dixfield, Monday, April 18: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.