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.

Farmington area
Farmington, Monday, Nov. 2: American Red Cross blood drive, 12-6 p.m., Franklin Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Drive.
Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 3: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
Rangeley, Wednesday, Nov. 4: The next Ladies/Community Breakfast, 7 a.m., BMC Diner. If anyone has a special dietary needs please call in advance. FMI: 864- 5844.
Wilton, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Homeschooler’s story time, 2:30 p.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
Wilton, Friday, Nov. 6: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 7: Hunter’s breakfast, 5-9 a.m., West Farmington Grange Hall. Followed by shopping spree and farmer’s market 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. FMI: Wes Marble 778-6968.
Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 7: UMF Arts and Crafts Show, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m., UMF Olsen Student Center. Over 30 artists. Sponsored by UMF Conference and Events Office. FMI or to reserve a table: 778-7344.
Jay, Saturday, Nov. 7: Holiday food and craft sale and public supper, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., supper 4-6 p.m., North Jay Grange, corner of Rt. 4 &17, North Jay. Menu includes: beans, casseroles, turkey, chicken pot pies, cranberry sauce, salads, cole slaw, beverages and dessert. Dinner Music with “Flash” and Tina Allen. $7, 10/under $3. FMI – 645-4628, 645-2910, 645-2217.
Livermore Falls, Saturday, Nov. 7: A Comedy Revue, 6:30 p.m., Murray Hall. $12 adults. Refreshments, 50/50, quilt raffle. Sponsored by Maine’s Paper and Heritage Museum. FMI: 592-1807.
Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.
Wilton, Friday, Nov. 13: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 645-4831.

Oxford Hills area
Norway, Tuesday, Nov. 3: Family Playtime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Norway Memorial Library, Multi-Purpose Room, 258 Main St. Ages 1-4. FMI: Anne Campbell 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Otisfield, Tuesday, Nov. 3: Otisfield Food Pantry, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Spurrs Corner Church, Rte 121. FMI: 583-4780 or 627-4329.
Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Norway, Friday, Nov. 6: Story time for ages birth to 2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Paris, Friday, Nov. 6: Roast pork supper, 5-6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 17 East Main St. $8, under 12 $4. Benefits community fuel fund. Sponsored by Men’s Club. FMI: 743-2437.
Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange. $7, under 13 $3, veterans free.
East Sumner, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey dinner, 5:30 p.m., Congregational Church. Donations benefit Youth Group Missions.
Naples, Saturday, Nov. 7: Holly Berry Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lake Region High School gym. Live entertainment. Santa visit and photos from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Benefits Project Graduation 2010. Tables and space available. FMI: Pam Tomkinson 221-0319 or [email protected].
Norway, Saturday, Nov. 7: Texas Hold’em tournament, 1-5 p.m., Charlie’s Entertainment Center, 246 Main St. $55 entry fee. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Tickets pre-sold until seven days before event at Responsible Pet Care, 132 Waterford Road, 743-8679.
Norway, Saturday, Nov. 7: Lasagna supper, 5-7:30 p.m., St. Catherine’s Church, 30 Paris St. $6, under 12 $4. FMI: 743-2685.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 7: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Maine Veterans Home, 477 High St. Refreshment counter.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 7: Roast turkey dinner, 5-6:30 p.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, Main and Church Streets. $8, under 12 $3.50. Parking behind Library and Town Office.
Paris, Saturday, Nov. 7: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.
Sumner, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey Dinner, 5:30 p.m., the Congregational Church of East Sumner. Donations benefit the youth group missions.
East Sumner, Sunday, Nov. 8: Discussion on “Faith Lessons”, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Congregational Church.
Norway, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Family playtime for ages 1-4, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Story time for ages 2-5, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.lib.me.us.
Norway, Friday, Nov. 13: Infant/toddler story time for ages 0-2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library, 258 Main St. FMI: 743-5308 or www.norway.lib.me.us.
East Sumner, Saturday, Nov. 14: Community movie night: “Shadowlands” rated PG, 6:30 p.m., Congregational Church. Free. Refreshments.
South Paris, Saturday, Nov. 14: Jones Dance Band, 7-10 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. $5. Lunch counter open.

Rumford area
Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 2: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Public Library Children’s Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov 4: The U.S Air Force Liberty Jazz Band performs, 7:30 p.m., Municipal Auditorium, 145 Congress St. Free. Doors open at 6 p.m. Seating on the floor and in the balcony. Handicap access to elevator from River Street entrance. Sponsored by Rumford Performing Arts Committee. FMI: 364-2983.
Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey supper, 5 p.m., Alder River Grange. $7, under 13 $3, veterans free.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Craft and food fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., American Legion Post 24. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Roast pork supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232. $8, under 12 $4. Take out available. Stair chair on back stairs. FMI: Joe Roy 364-4715 or [email protected].
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bottle collection, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Rumford/Mexico area. Donations can be brought to Ralph’s Store and Deli, 341 Cumberland St. Benefits Mountain Valley Majorettes.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Music by Road House, 8 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Club. For members and guests.
Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Preschool story time for ages 2-5, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 56 Rumford Ave. FMI: 364-3661.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey supper, 4:45 p.m., St. A.-St. John’s Parish Hall. $7, under 12 $3. Take out available. 50/50.
Dixfield, Monday, Nov. 9: Preschool story time, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Ludden Library, 42 Main St. FMI: 562-8838.
Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 14: Music by Hooligans, 8 p.m. to midnight, Eagles Club. Members and guests.
Upton, Saturday, Nov. 14: Hunter’s breakfast, 4:30 a.m., Upton Ladies Aid, 23 Mill Road. $5/$3. FMI: Penny 533-2010.

Lewiston area
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 2: Maine Vernal Pools, 7 p.m., Auburn Public Library. FMI: statonbirdclub.org or 782-5238.
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 2: Sweet Peas program for ages 24-36 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 2: Kid’s Cooking Club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. Program limited to 8. FMI and to sign up: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 2: All-ages Storytime, 7 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Lasts a half-hour. FMI: 513-3133 or [email protected] or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 3: Junior Naturalists program for grades 3-5, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Library Conference Room, 49 Spring St. Sponsored by Stanton Bird Club. FMI: Susan Hayward [email protected] or www.avcnet.org/stanton.
Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 3: Speaker and birding guide Bob Duchesne, 7-9 p.m., Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Free, but club membership encouraged. Sponsored by Stanton Bird Club. FMI: www.avcnet.org/stanton.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 3: T-ball for preschoolers, 10-11 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. $5. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time with director of Health and Social Services Dot Meagher, 9:30 a.m., Library Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Preschool story time for ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m., Library Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Teen Anime Club, 3 p.m., Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. Refreshments. All teens welcome.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Puddin’ Painting, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 4: “Welcome Home: The Patient-Centered Medical Home”, 6:30-8 p.m., Bates College, Pettingill Hall, G65. Free. Sponsored by Central Maine Medical Center and Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. Pre-register at 795-8448 or [email protected].
Sabattus, Wednesday, Nov. 4: Stanton Bird Club bird walk, 8 a.m., Sabattus Pond. FMI: 933-2266 or stantonbirdclub.org.
Durham, Friday, Nov. 6: Friday night fish fry, 5:30-7 p.m., Amvet Post 13, 1049 Royalsborough Road, Route 136. $10, under 7 $5. Haddock: fried, baked and chowder. Children’s menu.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 6: Knights Before Christmas toy drive, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Lisbon Street News, 890 Lisbon St. Rain date: Saturday, Nov. 7. New unwrapped toys and gift cards welcome. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 8742.
Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 6: Boiled dinner with corned beef, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $6. FMI: 353-2152.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 7: Sprouts family program for ages birth to 24 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bean and Casserole Supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. $6.50, kids 12 and under $3. Held by Knights of Columbus, proceeds benefit parish programs. FMI: 375-6586 or 375-4057.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 5: Water balloon yo-yo, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Auburn, Friday, Nov. 6: Pork supper, 5-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $7, under 10 $3. Benefits Veterans’ programs. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary. FMI: 782-2856.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 7: Hunter’s breakfast, 4:30-9 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $5. Benefits disabled veterans. Sponsored by Motorcycle Riders Group. FMI: 837-2666.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 7: Ducks on lakes and rivers in L-A, 7 a.m., Stanton Bird Club. FMI: 782-5238 or stantonbirdclub.org.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 7: Book sale, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 2023. Donations of books in good condition welcome.
Auburn, Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 7&8: “Hidden: A Gender” by Kate Bornstein, Saturday 7 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m., First Universalist Church of Auburn, 169 Pleasant St. $10. Youth must be accompanied by an adult. FMI or to reserve: 783-0461 or [email protected].
Bowdoin, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m., F.H.C. Building, 1201 Main St. Benefits Fire Dept. Auxiliary. FMI: 666-5787.
Danville, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m., Danville Grange hall. $7, children $4. Game party at 7 p.m.
Gray, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bean and chop suey supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Road. $7, 5-11 $2.50, under 5 free.
Leeds, Saturday, Nov. 7: Turkey supper, 5-6:30 p.m., Community Church, Church Hill Road. $7, ages 5-12 $3, 4 and under free.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 7: Teddy Bear fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lewiston High School gym. Benefits school scholarships. Sponsored by Delta Kappa Gamma.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 7: Craft fair and lunch, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bates Street Senior Housing, 250 Bates St. FMI: Lil 689-3386.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 7: Concert of Marcus Gale, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. Free for whole family. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Minot, Saturday, Nov. 7: “Susanna’s Treasures” fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Methodist Church. Door prizes, silent auction, luncheon at 11:30 a.m.
New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 7: History Barn, 9 a.m. to noon, Route 231. Free. Photos of New Gloucester town life, antique carriages, mail wagon, sleigh and 1909 town hearse. FMI: 926-3188.
New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 7: Ham harvest supper, 5-6 p.m., Amvet Hall, Route 100. $8, under 12 $3.
North Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 7: Bean supper, 4:30-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road. $6, children $3, under 3 free. Handicap accessible. FMI: Nancy 688-4481 or Karen 829-5470.
Wales, Saturday, Nov. 7: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oak Hill High School. Rentals $25. Benefits Class of 2013. FMI: 375-4950 ext. 130.
Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 8: Public Breakfast, 8-10:30 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5 Includes coffee and juice. Benefits xmas party for children. FMI: 784-6883.
Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 8: Dance with music by Patio Cowboys, 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. FMI: 784-0389.
Mechanic Falls., Sunday, Nov. 8: Country Legends & Memorials Awards Show, 12 noon, Silver Spur Club, Routes 121 and 11. $7. Sponsored by Down East Country Music Association. FMI: Jackie 793-8884 or Lolalee 515-3922.
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 9: Sweet Peas program for ages 24-36 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: All-ages story time, 7 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 9: Kids’ cooking club for ages 7-14, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space limited. Call 513-3133 to sign up. Sponsored by Lots to Gardens.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 10: T-ball for preschoolers, 10-11 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. $5. FMI: 782-1112 or [email protected] or http://toylibrarymaien.com
Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean and Casserole Supper, 4:30-6 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. $6.50, kids 12 and under $3. Held by Knights of Columbus, proceeds benefit parish programs. FMI: 375-6586 or 375-4057.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time for ages 2½-5, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcom. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Gray, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day/closing day, gates close at 3:30 p.m., Maine Wildlife Park, Route 26. Free admission for U.S. Military personnel and veterans. FMI: 657-4977 or www.mainewildlifepark.com.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veteran’s Day community prayer service, 6:30 p.m., Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St. Free. Open to community and all denominations.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: Activity: silly races in the gym, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 11: “Mental Health in the Golden Years”, 6:30-8 p.m., Bates College, Pettingill Hall G65. Sponsored by Central Maine Medical Center and Maine Heart and Vascular Institute.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 12: Peek-A-Boo puppet show, 10:30 a.m., Toy Library, 134 College St. FMI: 782-1112 or toylibrarymaine.com.
Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 12: Art Van program, 4 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 13: Knights Before Christmas toy drive, 5-9 p.m., Gridiron Restaurant, Lisbon Street. New unwrapped toys and gift cards welcome. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 8742.
Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 13: Baby time story time for ages 0-2½, 10 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org/kids.
Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 13: Beef stew dinner and turkey raffle, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Auxiliary Post 9459. $6. FMI: 353-2152.
Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dominican Sisters Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Benefits Loaves & Fishes and the food pantry. FMI: Susan Potvin 375-8399.
Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Our Lady of the Rosary, Maxwell-Gill Hall, High Street. Lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FMI: 375-8818.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Sprouts program for ages birth to 24 months, 10:30-10:50 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 14: Create an underwater puppet theater for grades 2-6, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Library Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. Space limited. Pre-register and FMI: 333-6640 ext. 3.
Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 14: Reading Dog program, 12 noon, Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. To reserve a spot to read to a dog, call 513-3133.
Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 14: Inside yard sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., VFW Post 9459.