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, Friday, Nov. 9: Concert, “Connection and Alienation,” with UMF Dancers, 7:30 p.m., UMF, Nordica Auditorium, Merrill Hall. FMI: Margaret, 778-7141 or mwescott@Maine.

Jay, Friday Nov. 9: Holiday Craft Sale and Thrift Shop, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., North Jay Methodist Parish House.

Wilton, Friday, Nov. 9: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Free Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Contradance, potluck 6, warm up 7:30, dancing 8 to 11 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street. $6, $15 family. No partner necessary. FMI: 397-2241 or [email protected].

Jay, Saturday Nov. 10: Holiday Craft Sale and Thrift Shop, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., North Jay Methodist Parish House. Food sale and light luncheon.

Salem, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters’ baked bean supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Salem Community Building. All you can eat. Adults $5; seniors $4; children 5-12, $3; under 5, free; family, $15. Sponsored by Salem Pine Tree Club. Proceeds for the Salem Children’s Christmas Tree.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 10: Pajama party dance, 8 p.m. to midnight, VFW Post 3335. Tickets $10. Music by “Disco Bull.” Tickets at the door or call 897-5112 after 12 p.m.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Open house admission event, 9 a.m., UMF Merrill Hall. Registration required. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7050.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: Baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Trinity UMC.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 10: The Young Republic music, 8 p.m., Nordica Auditorium, UMF Merrill Hall. FMI: 778-7568 or [email protected].

New Sharon, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters’ breakfast, 4 to 10 a.m., United Methodist Church $6, $4 children. Hosted by UMF Social Entrepreneurship club.

Rangeley, Saturday, Nov. 10: Good Shepherd’s ECW Holiday Fair, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., church undercroft, Main Street. Coffee, doughnuts; luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafts, holiday items, more.

Strong, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Strong Elementary School. FMI: 684-3521.

Temple, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Temple town hall. FMI: 778-5567.

Vienna, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters’ supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Vienna community Room. Hosted by Vienna Fire Department.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 11: Yoga, 7:15 p.m., The Landing, UMF Fitness & Rec Center, The Landing. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Wilton, Sunday, Nov. 11: Music benefit, 1 p.m., Methodist Church. Donations accepted for Wilton Food Pantry.

Wilton, Tuesday, Nov. 13: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Free Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Farmington, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Choral concert, USM Chamber Singers, 7 p.m., Mt. Blue High School Auditorium. Free. Hosted by Mt. Blue Music Department.

Rangeley, Wednesday, Nov. 14: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

Avon, Thursday, Nov. 15: HealthReach Retired Senior Volunteers Program, 1 p.m., Shadagee Senior Housing, Route 4. FMI: 639-3175.

New Sharon, Thursday, Nov. 15: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Memorial Library.

Rangeley, Thursday, Nov. 15: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

Wilton, Thursday, Nov. 15: Elementary story time, 6 p.m., Free. Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge 28 Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up on Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Farmington, Friday, Nov. 16: Fish chowder, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fairbanks Union Church. $6. Eat in or takeout. 778-4705 for delivery.

Rangeley, Friday, Nov. 16: “Back to the 80’s, The Totally Awesome Musical,” 7 p.m., Lakeside Theater, Main St. Presented by Rangeley Lakes Regional Middle School and High School Drama and Choir. Tickets $8, available at the school. FMI and tickets: 864-3311, ext. 102.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30 to 6 p.m., Marranacook Middle School, 2100 Millard Harrison Drive.

Wayne, Friday, Nov. 16: Turkey beano, doors 6 p.m., beano at 7, Ladd Recreational Center, Gott Road. Refreshments. Sponsored by Wayne School and Home Association.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Chicken Marbella supper, 5 p.m., Old South Church, Main Street. $8, $4 under 12. Benefits Franklin Association Honduras Missions.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, Route 2. FMI: Alice, 778-2336.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Turkey Trot 5K trail run/walk/kids 1K fun run, registration 7:30, race 9 a.m., Whistle Trail parking lot, Oakes Street behind Rite Aid. $10, and 2 nonperishable food items. Benefits Farmington Children’s School. FMI: Laura, 578-2680.

Farmington, Saturday, Nov. 17: Spaghetti supper, 4 to 8 p.m., Mt Blue High School. $5, $3 12 and under. Steven Yeaton memorial benefit.

Industry, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas bazaar, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Town hall. Benefits United in Christ Presbyterian Church. FMI: 696-1064 or 778-6722.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Rose Parish hall. Food, raffles.

Livermore Falls, Nov. 17: Spaghetti supper, 5 to 7 p.m., Livermore Falls High School Cafeteria. $6, $4 children 12 and under. Takeouts. Benefits Barry and Trish Peacock. FMI: 897-3482.

New Sharon, Saturday, Nov. 17: Crafts fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Church Annex. Lunch. Sponsored by Woman’s Society.

Phillips, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Community House. Sponsored by Shared Ministry Women.

Phillips, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holiday Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 14 School St, behind the library. Hosted by the Reed’s Mill Circle. FMI: Claudia, 639-5281.

Rangeley, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holly Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Barn, Congregational Church UCC, High Street.

Wilton, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rt. 156 on Weld Road. Hosted by the junior and senior classes of Mt. Blue High School for Project Graduation funding. FMI: Shannon, 778-4726.

Wilton, Friday, Nov. 17: Infant/toddler story time, 10:30 a.m., Free. Public Library. FMI: Sandra, 645-4831.

Jay, Sunday, Nov. 18: Bake sale, 9 a.m., Seventh Day Adventist Church, corner of Route 4 and Oak Street. FMI: 645-2969.

Rangeley, Sunday, Nov. 18: Seniors Thanksgiving dinner, 12 p.m., Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 100 Main St. Delivery available. FMI: Ivy Berry, 864-5583.

Vienna, Sunday, Nov. 18: Spirit of America award presentation to Hazel Small, 1 p.m., United Methodist Church. Light refreshments to follow.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:34 a.m. to 1: 45 p.m., Leavitt High School, Lower Street.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge 28. Light bulb in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Farmington, Thursday, Nov. 22: Thanksgiving pie sale, 9 a.m. to noon, Twice Sold Tales, Main Street. Pre-orders, call 645-2312 before Nov. 19th. Hosted by St. Luke’s.

Wilton, Thursday, Nov. 22: Thanksgiving pie sale, 9 a.m. to noon, St. Luke’s, High St. Pre-orders, call 645-2312 before Nov. 19th.

Jay, Saturday, Nov. 24: Bluegrass gospel music and singalong, 7 p.m., Seventh Day Adventist Church, corner of Route 4 and Oak Street. FMI: 645-2969.

Mt. Vernon, Saturday, Nov. 24: Christmas in the Village craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Community Center and Masonic Hall.

Oxford Hills area

Norway, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 9, 10: Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Assn.’s “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” 8 p.m., Norway Grange. Tickets, Books N Things. $10; children 12 and under and senior citizens, $8.

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Gould Academy, 39 Church St.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 9: Rhymes, finger plays, songs, stories and other activities for children under 2, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 9: Preview, “The Business of Being Born,” 7 p.m., The Commons, Main Street. $10, benefits Maine Association of Certified Professional Midwives. FMI: 647-5919 or www.thebusinessofbeingborn.com.

Sumner, Friday, Nov. 9: Inkaswasi, music and dance of the Andes, sponsored by the Nezinscot Valley Music Boosters, 6 p.m. Hartford-Sumner Elementary School, 145 Maine Street. Free. Educators receive information package and free CD. FMI: Megan Andrews-Wright 388-2681, Ext: 133.

Harrison, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall, Route 35. $6; under 12, $3. Sponsored by Ronald G. St. John VFW Post Ladies Auxiliary 9328. FMI: 583-4713.

Hartford, Saturday, Nov. 10: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Hartford Town Hall, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Hartford Community Church Women’s Group. FMI: 224-7355.

Hebron, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Hebron Community Baptist Church. Sponsored by Hebron Community Church Outreach. Benefits window replacement. $7; under 12, $3.50. FMI: Marian Hall, 966-2663.

Locke Mills, Saturday, Nov. 10: Dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Town Hall. Music by Richard Felt Orchestra. Benefits Greenwood Historical Society. FMI: Joyce, 674-2259.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean supper and dance, supper 6 p.m., dance 8 to midnight, The Silver Spur, 272 Lewiston St. $15 both, $8 supper, $10 dance. FMI: 345-3211.

Norway, Saturday, Nov. 10: Kelsey Franklin sings Broadway show tunes, 7 p.m., Second Congregational Church. $10. FMI: 743-2290.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: 4 C Christmas sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Deering Memorial United Methodist Church.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Smorgasbord supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall. Adults $6, children under 12 $3. To benefit Waterford Fair Association.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Learn how to make a cranberry wreath, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., McLaughlin Garden. Preregistration required. $25 members; $30 nonmembers. FMI: Jennifer, 743-8820 or www.mclaughlingarden.org.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday church fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., South Paris Universalist Church, Pine Street. Beef stew or vegetarian soup, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5.50. Takeout available.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Swingin’ Bears dance, 7 to 10 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine St. Couples, $10; singles, $5. FMI: Esther Tucker, [email protected]; 998-5359.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday smorgasbord supper and Chinese auction, 5 to 6 p.m., Legion Hall, Church Street. Supper, $7; auction tickets, 10 for $2.50.

Naples, Sunday, Nov. 11: Dinner, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cornerstone Gospel Church, Route 114. Hosted by Momentum Inc. of Casco. Bring dish to share. FMI: Momentum, 627-2267.

Norway, Sunday, Nov. 11: Oxford Hills Music and Performing Arts Assn.’s “Don’t Dress for Dinner,” 2 p.m., Norway Grange. Tickets, Books N Things. $10; children 12 and under and senior citizens, $8.

Norway, Sunday, Nov. 11: Chinese auction, doors 3 p.m., auction at 4, Guy E. Rowe School. In memory of David O’Neil to help cover expenses. FMI or to make a donation, 674-2512.

Norway, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Story time for ages 2 to 5 p.m., 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Paris, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Square Dance lessons, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School. First lesson free. FMI: Sue, 743-7176 or Eleanor, 782-4050.

Paris, Thursday, Nov. 15: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., Public Library. FMI: 743-6994.

Waterford, Thursday, Nov. 15: Community Pot Luck Supper, 6 p.m., Wilkins Community House, Plummer Hill Road. Hosts for this supper are Caren and James Long.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Naples, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lake Region High School, 1877 Roosevelt Trail.

Norway, Friday, Nov. 16: Baby Boosters, rhymes, finger plays, songs, more, 10:30 a.m., Memorial Library. FMI: 743-5308.

Bethel, Saturday Nov. 17: Howard Frank Mosher, author presents “Where in the World is Kingdom County,” 7 p.m., Bingham Hall, Gould Academy. Made possible by the Mahoosuc Land Trust.

Bryant Pond, Saturday, Nov. 17: Mock HeeHaw Show, 7 p.m., Grange hall, Main Street. $6, under 12, $3. Refreshments, drawings.

Fryeburg, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas Cupboard, 9 a.m. to noon, Fryeburg New Church, 12 Oxford St. Fudge, candy, baked goods, more.

Lovell, Saturday, Nov. 17: Snowflake fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Church of Christ. Hosted by Ladies’ Circle.

Lovell, Saturday, Nov. 17: Dance, Ridge Riders, 8 to midnight, Ladies Auxiliary Post 6783. $10 single, $20 couple. Tables: 935-1239.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 17: DECA holiday craft fair, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. $1; 12 and under, 65 and older free. FMI: 743-7756 ext. 5100.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 17: Roast beef supper and dance, supper 5 to 6 p.m., dance 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., American Legion Hall, Church Street. Both $10, supper, $7, dance $5. Sponsored by Foster-Carroll Post 72 and Auxiliary Unit 72.

Fryeburg, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fryeburg Academy, 745 Main St.

Norway, Tuesday, Nov. 20: Happily Ever After, 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. “Tell Me a Riddle” by Tillie Olsen and “The Bear Came Over the Mountain” by Alice Munro. FMI: 743-5309.

Oxford, Wednesday, Nov. 21: Oxford Writers and Storytellers, 6:30 p.m., Oxford Community Center. Readings related to autumn, harvest and Thanksgiving.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge. Light bulb on tree in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Paris, Saturday, Nov. 24: Dinner, 3 to 6 p.m.; dance, 6 to 10 p.m., South Paris Legion Hall. Fundraiser for Elise Thurlow to help reopen the Colonial Coffee Shoppe. Raffles, door prizes, 50/50. $8; $15 per couple. FMI: Lisa Martin, 739-2393.

Paris, Friday, Nov. 30: Take-A-Chance auction, doors open 5 p.m.; drawing begins 7 p.m., Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. Fundraiser for Oxford County 4-H Program. FMI or to donate: 743-6329; 1-800-287-1482.

Buckfield, Saturday, Dec. 1: Nezinscot Valley Music Booster craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buckfield Jr/Sr High School. Tables, $10, bring own.

Norway, Tuesday, Dec. 4: Exploring the Darkness, 7 p.m., Norway Memorial Library. “A Good Man is Hard to Find” by Flannery O’Connor and “Ollie, Oh” by Carolyn Chute. FMI: 743-5309.

Oxford, Wednesday, Dec. 19: Oxford Writers and Storytellers, 6:30 p.m., Oxford Community Center. Readings about Christmas, winter and the solstice.

River Valley area

Bethel, Friday, Nov. 9: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Gould Academy, 39 Church St.

Rumford, Friday, Nov. 9: “Rear View Window” showing, 7 p.m., Library public room. Free.

Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bethel Historical Society Valuation Day, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5 to value one or two items.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 10: Pork loin supper, 5 p.m., Blazing Star Lodge, Route 232. $8, under 12, $4. Takeouts. FMI: Joe Roy, 364-4715.

Rumford, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft Fair benefiting Patient Activity Fund, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rumford Community Home.

Rumford, Sunday, Nov. 11: Poetry reading, 2 p.m., Pennacook Art Center, 82 Congress St. FMI: 364-7237.

Rumford, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Lunch and Learn seminar, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $10; $8 members, River Valley Technology Center, 60 Lowell St., pre-register by calling Lorraine at 369-0396.

Canton, Friday, Nov. 16: Ponemah Rebekah Lodge Thanksgiving pie sale. Order by Nov. 16; pick up on Nov. 20. Mince, chicken, pecan, $10; pumpkin, apple, lemon, chocolate cream, $8. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Rumford, Friday, Nov. 16: Dance, 6 to 8 p.m., “Armory” Hope Association, 85 Lincoln St., $1. Music by Joe the Music Man.

Canton, Thursday, Nov. 22: 11th annual Memorial Holiday Tree, sponsored by Ponemah Rebekah Lodge. Light bulb in memory of loved one, $2. FMI: Jolene, 597-2168.

Lewiston area

Brunswick, Friday, Nov. 9: Concert Shakuhachi Flute, Koto & Shamisen, 7 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $15. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Greene, Friday, Nov. 9: Dale Johnson narrates his film, “Venture To Alaska,” 2 and 7 p.m., Araxine Wilkins Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or http://ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 9: Babytime, 10 a.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 9: Food for Thought Program, noon to 1:00 p.m., Function Room, Lewiston-Auburn College, Room 170. $8 at the door; includes lunch.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 9: “Maine’s Best Kept Musical Secret,” Jim Gallant, 7 p.m., Vineyard Auditorium, King’s Theatre, 12 Foss Road. $8. FMI: 784-9500.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 9: Meat or vegetable lasagna supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW 9459, Route 196. $6, under 10, $3. FMI: 353-4879.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 9: Baked chicken supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Road. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 9: Ham supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Odd Fellows Hall, 27 Village St. $6.50, 12 and under, $3, preschool free. Sponsored by Nina Rebekah Lodge 86 and Sabattus River Lodge 21 IOOF.

New Gloucester, Friday, Nov. 9: Rev. Jeff Grindle in concert, 7 p.m., New Gloucester Bible Church, Route 100. Offering. Dessert social follows. FMI: 926-4297; www.jeffgrindle.com.

Pownal, Friday, Nov. 9: “Candy Cane Christmas Fair,” 3 to 7 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. Fish chowder and hot-dog lunch. FMI: 688-4481 or 688-4101.

Winthrop, Friday, Nov. 9: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. $6. Take-outs.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov 10: Ham, turkey supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., West Auburn Congregational Church. $7, 12 and under $3. FMI:754-4505.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Cajun event, 6 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St. $10 adults, $8 students/senior citizens, purchase at LA Arts, 782-7228 or the door. FMI: 783-0461.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Winterberry Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Woman’s Literary Union, 19 Elm St. Baked goods, jewelry, more. Haddock luncheon, 11:30 a.m.; $7.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ballroom dance, 8 to 11 p.m., Fairview School, Minot Avenue. Sponsored by ballroom adult ed teachers. $15 couple; $7.50 single. FMI: Lorraine, 224-7751; Diane, 783-0904.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Indoor yard sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Roak Block senior housing, 156 Main St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunters breakfast, 5 to 8 a.m., Masonic Hall, 1021 Turner St. $5. Hosted by Knights of the Sun Chapter of the Order of DeMolay for Boys. FMI: Jim Greenwood at 782-3967.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ski swap, 1 to 5 p.m., Bates Mill No. 2 (new location.) Hosted by Auburn Ski Association.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holistic fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Universal Universalist Church Vestry Hall, 169 Pleasant St. Fair is free. Dowsing workshop $10 for 2 hours. FMI or to register: www.uuauburn.org. or 428-4448.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 10: Ham dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church Hall, 3rd Street. Adults $7, children under 12 $3.50.

Bowdoin, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., West Bowdoin Baptist Church, West Road.

Brunswick, Saturday, Nov. 10: Fashion show: Japanese Kimono, 4 to 6 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $10. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Brunswick, Saturday, Nov. 10: Film “Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles,” 7 and 9 p.m., Maine Soundstage, Fort Andross Mill complex. $7. Hosted by Japan-America Society of Maine. FMI: www.maine-japan.org.

Durham, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., Congregational Church. Benefits church. $7.50, seniors, $6, 10 and under, $4.50. FMI: Sandra 353-8818.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Holiday festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Trinity Catholic School Junior High Campus, 393 Main St. Santa will visit. Sponsored by Union Saint-Jean-Baptiste Council Sainte-Croix 413. FMI: www.trinitycatholic.us; 784-8811.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Baked bean and casserole supper, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church parish hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6; children under 12, $4; children under 4, free; family with children under 12, $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. FMI: 353-5636.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Our Lady of Ransom Parish Hall. Hosted by the Ladies’ Guild.

Mechanic Falls, Sat. Nov. 10: Hunters breakfast, 6 to 9 a.m., American Legion Post #150, Elm St. All you can eat for $5.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus St. Adults $6; children $3.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 10: Turkey supper, 4 to 6 p.m., Holy Family church hall, Sabattus St. Adults $7, children $4. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus of Holy Family and Modern Woodsman of America.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Nov. 10: Bean supper and dance, supper 6 p.m., dance 8 to midnight, The Silver Spur, 272 Lewiston St. $15 both, $8 supper, $10 dance. FMI: 345-3211.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 10: Supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Amvets Hall, Route 100. $7, $3 under 12. FMI: Sally, 926-3371.

Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 10: “Candy Cane Christmas Fair,” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Road. Beef stew and sandwiches lunch. FMI: 688-4481 or 688-4101.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 10: The Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road, baked bean and casserole supper, 5 p.m. $6. Dance follows until 9:30 p.m., $4. Dinner and dance $10. FMI: 375-4850.

Winthrop, Saturday, Nov. 10: Hunter and family breakfast, 5 to 9 a.m., Congregational Church. Proceeds help fund Rotary Club projects.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Longaberger Basket Bingo, doors at 11 a.m., game at 1 p.m., Hasty Community Center. Benefits public library teen services. FMI: Kellie, 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. Benefits children’s Christmas party. FMI: 784-6883.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Vegetarian gourmet cooking school, 4 to 6 p.m., Auburn Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Community Service Building, Old Farm Road. Pre-registration required; $20. FMI: 784-0861.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Ski swap, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bates Mill NO. 2 (new location.) Hosted by Auburn Ski Association.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 11: Firehouse chili luncheon, noon to 3 p.m., American Legion Hall, 71 South Main St. Free. In recognition of America’s Veterans. Sponsored by the Professional Firefighters of Maine, with host locals of 3rd District Lewiston, Auburn, Bath, Brunswick, Gardiner and Rockland.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 150 East Ave.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 12: Craft fair, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., elementary school. $1, to benefit Turner Community Playground. FMI: Lori, 224-8264.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 13: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 13: Read with dog, 4 p.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Preschool story program, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Public Library children’s room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 14: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Winthrop, Wednesday, Nov. 14: Square dance lessons, 7 to 9 p.m., grade school cafeteria, Highland Ave. Soft soled shoes required. FMI: 713-6669.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 15: Baby’s night out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Public library children’s room, 49 Spring St. Nursery rhymes, songs, board books for babies birth to 24 months and caregivers. FMI: 333-6640, ext. 2024 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 15: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 16: Babytime, 10 a.m., library. FMI: 784-0135 ext. 4.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 16: American Legion Auxiliary smothered beef dinner, followed by turkey raffle, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Post 158 at 10 Webster St. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 16: Baked beans, casseroles, chop suey and more supper, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., VFW Ladies Auxiliary 9459, Route 196. Turkey raffle follows. $6, under 10, $3. FMI: 353-2152.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 12:30 to 6 p.m., Marranacook Middle School, 2100 Millard Harrison Drive.

Turner, Friday, Nov. 16: School play, “Happy Daze,” 7 p.m., Leavitt Area High School Auditorium. $8, $5 students and seniors, free under 5. FMI and tickets: 225-4371.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, 2365 Turner Road, Route 4. Crafts, lunch counter, prizes. Leftovers, Sunday, 9 a.m. to noon.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 757 Summer St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Bean supper, 5 to 7 p.m., Sacred Heart Curch basement. Adults $6; children $3. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Danville Grange. Hosted by the Danville Union Church.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Soldier’s Wish List For Christmas food and personal items collection, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auburn Masonic Hall, 1021 Turner Street, Auburn. FMI: Corey 786-2543 or Eric at 240-9744.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 17: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., High Street Congregational Church U.C.C., 106 Pleasant St. Chili, corn chowder breadbowl lunch, $5.

Freeport, Saturday, Nov. 17: Freeport Lioness-Lions holiday craft fair and fish “chowda” and chili luncheon, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Harraseeket Grange, Elm Street. FMI: Nancy, 865-3372; Martha, 865-6188; Cindi, 865-9747.

Gray, Saturday, Nov. 17: Holly Fair, First Congregational Church of Gray. FMI: John Keller, [email protected].

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Scrapbook Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Vineyard Christian School, 9 Foss Road. $20 before Nov. 3; $30 after. Lunch, snacks provided. Benefits Vineyard Christian School. FMI: Jenn, 786-2094.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Anime Drawing Club, 3 p.m., public library teen room, 200 Lisbon St. For ages 15 to 25; free.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 17: Scrapbook Day, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Vineyard Christian School, 9 Foss Road. $30 registration fee. Lunch and snack provided. Fundraiser for Vineyard Christian School. FMI: 786-2094.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 17: Make your own Christmas wreath, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 17: “Owls of Maine” program, 1 p.m., Library Children’s group room, 28 Main St. Space is limited. To register or FMI: 353-6564.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 17: Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Church, School Street. Beef stew lunch, 11 a.m.; $5; children, $2.

Monmouth, Saturday, Nov. 17: Auditions for “On Golden Pond,” 10 a.m., Cumston Hall, Main St. FMI: 441-1998.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 17: Bean supper, 5 to 6 p.m., AmVets Post 6, Route 100. $6, $2 under 12, free under 6.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 17: Turkey raffle, 7 p.m., AmVets Post 6, Route 100.

Poland, Saturday, Nov. 17: Poland PTA craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Poland Community School, Route 26. Crafts, food and raffle items.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 17: Benefit dinner for Reynolds family, 5 p.m., Sabattus Central School, Ball Park Road. Donations: Ann Lachance, Sabattus Credit Union.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 17: School play, “Happy Daze,” 2 p.m., Leavitt Area High School Auditorium. $8, $5 students and seniors, free under 5. FMI and tickets: 225-4371.

Wales, Saturday, Nov. 17: Church fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Route 132. FMI: Alice, 375-8382 or Marilyn, 375-6604.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 18: Crepe breakfast, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., St. Louis Church Hall. Adults $4; children $2.

Durham, Sunday, Nov. 18: Ecumenical Thanksgiving service, 7 p.m., First Congregational Church. Bring non-perishable food items. Offering benefits the LACO food pantry. Light refreshments. FMI: Debbie 353-6925.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 18: Pancake breakfast, 7 to 11 a.m., Holy Cross Church hall, 1080 Lisbon St. Sponsored by Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Assembly 2870. $6; 12 and under, $3. FMI: Dan Leclair, 240-3537.

Lisbon, Sunday, Nov. 18: Make your own Christmas wreath, 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Monmouth, Sunday, Nov. 18: Senior citizen Thanksgiving dinner, 12:30 p.m., Cottrell School. Reservations: 933-5117. Open to residents of Leeds, Wales, Litchfield, and Monmouth. Hosted by Monmouth Lions Club.

Monmouth, Monday, Nov. 19: Auditions for “On Golden Pond,” 7 p.m., Cumston Hall, Main St. FMI: 441-1998.

Turner, Monday, Nov. 19: American Red Cross blood drive, 7:34 a.m. to 1: 45 p.m., Leavitt High School, Lower Street.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 20: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lisbon, Tuesday, Nov. 20: Raymond J. Lavigne VFW Post 9459 and Ladies Auxiliary, 7 p.m. Post Home, Route 196. Members need to attend to keep this post going. New members are welcome. Discussion will be on the future of the post’s home and other items. FMI: 353-5291, Wed – Fri after 4 p.m.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 21: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 23: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mason Ashlar 105, 1021 Turner St.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 24: Make your own Christmas wreath, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov 25: Breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $3.50/$4.50. Benefits New Auburn Little League Baseball. FMI: 784-6883.

Lisbon, Sunday, Nov. 25: Make your own Christmas wreath, 1 to 4 p.m., Beaver Park Lone Pine Lodge. $8 per wreath. Registration required. FMI and register: Verla Brooks, 353-9075.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 27: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 27: American Red Cross blood drive, 3 to 8 p.m., Bates College Chase Hall, Campus Avenue.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 28: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 29: American Red Cross blood drive, noon to 7 p.m., Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 30: Lasagna supper, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Road. $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Auburn, Saturday, Dec. 1: Holiday Festival for Children, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Dom’s Regional High School, 121 Gracelawn Road. Sponsored by Advocates for Children. Visit with Santa. Advance, adults, $5; children, $3; at door, $7 and $4. FMI: 783-3990.

Buckfield, Saturday, Dec. 1: Nezinscot Valley Music Booster craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Buckfield Jr/Sr High School. Tables, $10, bring own.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Dec. 1: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Lisbon High School. Sponsored by the Boosters Club. FMI and table rental: Kathi Yergin, 577-3288; [email protected].

New Gloucester, Saturday, Dec. 1: Shaker Christmas fair, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26. Fruitcakes, herb biscuits, breads, more. FMI: Leonard L. Brooks, (207) 926-4597.

Raymond, Saturday, Dec. 1: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Raymond Village Community Church, Main Street. Wreaths, baked goods, gently-used merchandise, more. Breakfast, lunch.