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
Rumford, Friday, Sept. 18: Dance with music by Noel Palmer and Don, 7-11 p.m., American Legion #24. $6 single, $10 couple. Doors open at 6 p.m. Chinese raffle, 50/50. Sponsored by Legion Riders.
Andover, Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 19 & 20: Horse shows by Ellis River Riders horse club: 19th, all English classes and jumping; 20th, all Western classes, starts 9 a.m., Airport Road, just off Rte. 5. Free. Food served all day. FMI: www.ellisriverriders.com or call Becca at 392-1012.
Bethel, Saturday, Sept. 19: Self-guided barn tours, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bethel area. $10. Tickets and map at Historical Society’s Robinson House, 10 Broad St. starting at 9 a.m.
Bethel, Saturday, Sept.19: Public Supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange, East Bethel. $7, under age 13 $3. Baked Ham, Baked Beans, Salads, Casseroles and desserts. FMI: 824-3350.
Rumford, Saturday, Sept. 19: Rummage and bake sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Barnabas Church.
Bethel, Thursday, Sept. 24: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., Telstar High School, 284 Walkers Mills Road.