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, 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 [email protected].

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

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.

Paris, Saturday, April 9: Rummage sale, 9 a.m. to noon, South Paris Universalist Church, 36 Pine St. Bag sale from 12:30-1:30 p.m..

Sumner, Saturday, April 9: Easter egg hunt, 10 a.m., East Sumner Congo Church, Main Street. Ages 2-12, must be accompanied by adult. Bring basket. Dress for weather. FMI: Lee 388-2181.

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

Paris, Monday, April 11: After school program, 4 p.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. Make Easter basket. FMI: 743-6994.

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.

Paris, Thursday, April 14: Story time for ages 0-5, 10 a.m., Public Library, 37 Market Square. FMI: 743-6994 or [email protected].

Norway, Friday, April 15: Baby boosters, 10:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main St. Infants up to age 2. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.

West Paris, Friday, April 15: Community pot luck supper and game night, 5:30 p.m., First Universalist Church. Free. Bring a dish to share. All are welcome.

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.

Paris, Saturday, April 16: Easter event, 1-3 p.m., Paris Public Library, 37 Market Square. Free for anyone in the Oxford Hills area. FMI: 743-6994 or email [email protected].

Paris, Saturday, April 16: Dance, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church St. $5. Lunch counter open.

Paris, Monday, April 18: Patriot’s Day picnic, 12 noon, Public Library, 37 Market Square. Bring blanket and lunch. FMI: 743-6994.