Sons of Italy to meet

RUMFORD — Sons of Italy will hold their regular meeting at 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, at the lodge on Route 108.

There will be a potluck dinner. Attendees should bring their favorite dish.

Society to hold Christmas party

PARIS — The last meeting of 2016 of the Paris Cape Historical Society will be its annual Christmas party at 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 16, at the home of Cynthia F. Immonen, 43 Mountain View Drive. 

A potluck dinner will be served, followed by a special Christmas story and the singing of Christmas carols.

Reservations are required, and those attending should also inform the host what dish they will bring.

FMI: 207-743-2384.

FCAC rabies clinic in Strong

STRONG — Franklin County Animal Shelter will hold a rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at the Strong Fire Department. Each vaccine will cost $10.

The shelter will also vaccinate for canine and feline distemper for $15 per vaccine, microchips for $10 each and flea and tick preventatives for $10 per dose. 

Owners should bring their pet’s current rabies certificate to ensure their pets can receive a three-year vaccine. 

FMI: 207-778-2638, fcanimalshelter.org.

Benefit dance for Anita Hakala

LOCKE MILLS — Shadagee Ramblers will perform at benefit dance and fundraiser from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at the American Legion Hall, 595 Gore Road. 

Proceeds from the dance will help Anita Hakala purchase a chair lift for her home.

Donations will be accepted at the door. Refreshments will be available, and those attending may bring their own beverages. 

FMI: 207-890-3737, 207-515-1419, 207-381-7231.

Benefit dance, supper in Rumford

RUMFORD — There will be a benefit for Ron Hemingway, who was diagnosed with mesothelioma, on Saturday, Dec. 17, at the American Legion, 24 Congress St.

Doors open at 1 p.m. for raffles. A spaghetti dinner will be served from 4 to 6:30 p.m. A dance from 7 to 11 p.m. will feature Fair Enough.

Cost is $7 for the dinner, $10 for the dance, or $15 for both. Tickets are available at the American Legion or by calling 207-364-3259 or 207-357-2647.

Donations can be mailed to Doreen Madore, 284 Weld St., Dixfield, ME 04224. Checks should be payable to Ron Hemingway.

Weary Club meeting Dec. 17

NORWAY — Members and friends of The Weary Club will meet for coffee at 8 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17.

The public is welcome.