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, Tuesday, July 19: International concert pianists recital, 7:30 p.m., Gould Academy, Trustees Auditorium. Free. Seating limited. FMI: www.facebook.com/GouldAcademyAlumni.

Rumford, Tuesday, July 19: Elaine Michaud presents “A Little Song and Dance,” 3 p.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Free. Open to all area children. FMI: 364-3661.

Mexico, Wednesday, July 20: Free lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Served by GRAMPS. All are welcome. Doors open at 10 a.m. FMI: 364-7242.

Rumford, Thursday, July 21: Learn about Japan with Mary Kaubris and Addy Fuller, 3 p.m., Rumford Public Library, 56 Rumford Ave. Free. Open to all area children. FMI: 364-3661.

East Dixfield, Sunday, July 24: Jam session, noon to 6 p.m., Countryfolk Music Theatre, Route 2. Donations benefit youth music scholarships. FMI: 645-4411.

Mexico, Wednesday, July 27: Lunch, 11:30 a.m., Town Hall. Free. Doors open at 10 a.m., Sponsored by GRAMPS. FMI: 364-7242.

East Dixfield, Sunday, July 31: Jam session, noon to 6 p.m., Countryfolk Music Theatre, Rte. 2. FMI: 645-4411.