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, Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 3 and 4: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth,” 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, 6 p.m. Wednesday, UMF, Roberts Learning Center, 224 Main St. FMI: Ken Sawyer at [email protected] or 778-7320.

Farmington, Tuesday, Oct. 3: “Bataille d’Alger,” 7 p.m. Brutal view of the battle of Algiers and colonial power in Algeria. French with English subtitles. Part of the French and African Film Series, Lincoln Auditorium, UMF, Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7420.

Farmington, Wednesday, Oct. 4: The Whatnot, 7:15 p.m. UMF students can register to win a free Ipod Nano and $15 music card. The Landing, UMF, Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected], 778-7346.

Farmington, Wednesday, Oct. 4: “An Inconvenient Truth,” 8 p.m.. Showing of Al Gore’s movie on global warming. Lincoln Auditorium, UMF, Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7320.

Wilton, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Wilton Community Early Bird Breakfast, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m., First Congregational Church, Main Street. Speaker is Paul Tait from the Magic Touch Store and Gallery. Hot breakfast buffet. All are welcome. Free admission, donations accepted.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 5: Faculty Forum, 11:30 a.m. discussion of “An Inconvenient Truth.” Lincoln Auditorium, UMF, Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7276.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 5: Comedy by Jimmy Dunn, 7:15 p.m. The Landing, UMF, Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 5: The Abused Women’s Advocacy Project will host a showing of the video “Tough Guise: Violence, Media and the Crisis in Masculinity,” at the University of Maine, Farmington, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thomas Auditorium. A panel of speakers from AWAP, SAVES, and UMF will follow the video. FMI: Kelley Glidden, 795-6744 ext. 22.

New Sharon, Thursday, Oct. 5: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 6: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth,” 7 p.m., First Congregation Church UCC, Main Street. FMI: call or e-mail Rosalie Deri, 778-4840 or [email protected].

Carrabassett Valley, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 7 and 8: Upcountry Artists’ annual art and craft show, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sugarloaf Mountain Base Lodge. Free admission.

Fairbanks, Saturday, Oct. 7: Apple festival, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Fairbanks School Meeting House, Route 4. Demonstrations, artisans, food, vendors, raffle, children’s games, apple pie contest. Rain or shine. Benefits Fairbanks School Neighborhood Association Building Fund. FMI: 778-3808 or 778-4272.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 7: The vocal group Improvox will present a workshop, 1 p.m., Henderson Memorial Baptist Church, Academy Street. Singing simple tones or intricate musical patterns in large or small ensembles. Limited to 30 ages 18 and up. $15 fee collected that day. To reserve a space: e-mail [email protected] or write the Arts Institute of Western Maine at P.O. Box 821, Wilton, ME 04294.

Jay, Saturday, Oct. 7: Daughters of Isabella Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., St. Rose Hall. Coffee, doughnuts, white elephant, craft table, raffles and more.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 7: Family baked bean take-out meal, 10 a.m. to noon, New Sharon Congregational United Church of Christ, Cape Cod Hill Road. Includes quart of baked beans, pint of coleslaw, yeast rolls or brown bread, family-size homemade pie for $14. To reserve meals, call Mary, 778-2366.

New Sharon, Saturday, Oct. 7: The New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds to benefit the library programs.

North Jay, Saturday, Oct. 7: Food and rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Grange Hall. Benefits the grange.

Phillips, Oct. 7 to 15: Scarecrow Reunion, Main Street, viewing all daylight hours.

Rangeley, Saturday, Oct. 7: Apple Festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, Main Street. Beef stew luncheon, 11 a.m. Crafts and homemade baked items, apples and cider, demonstration of apple pressing and cider making, raffles and more. Free.

Weld, Saturday, Oct. 7: Fall farmer’s market, 9 a.m. to early afternoon, fire station. Rain location: Old Town Hall. Benefits volunteer fire department and EMT unit. Local produce and products, barbecued organic chicken and gyros by Chef Brian Gastin of Kawanhee Inn. Raffles. Jack-o-lantern contest for children 14 and under, $25 cash prize in each category. Library book sale, Girl Scout bake sale, elementary school fundraiser.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 8: UMF Sunday Film Series “You Can’t Cheat an Honest Man,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Farmington, Monday, Oct. 9: American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m. Franklin Memorial Hospital, 1 Hospital Drive.

Farmington, Wednesday, Oct. 11: Movie, “Est-Ouest,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7420.

Farmington: Wednesday, Oct. 11: Jillian Santella will perform, 7:15 p.m. The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected], 778-77346.

Wilton, Wednesday, Oct. 11: Job Fair, 9 a.m. to noon, Wilton CareerCenter, 865 Route 2. FMI: Wilton Career Center, 645-5800.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 12: Faculty forum, 11:30 a.m., “Nanotechnology: The Very Big Promise of the Very Small,” Lincoln Auditorium, UMF Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7276.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 12: UMF’s Tom O’Donnell will perform “Music Depreciation: 1960s,” noon, The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Farmington, Friday, Oct. 13: Legendary blues performer Eddie Kirkland, 7:30 p.m., Nordica Auditorium at UMF. $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and free for those 15 or under. Sponsored by the Arts Institute of Western Maine. FMI: 645-2157.

Rangeley, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13 and 14: Fall Rummage Sale of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Church Women, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, in the undercroft, Main Street. For the last half hour of the sale on Saturday shoppers will be given bags to fill for $1. Proceeds go for church needs and community outreach.

Strong, Friday, Oct. 13: American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 to 6 p.m. Strong Community, 11 Main Street.

Turner, Friday, Oct. 13: Harvest turkey supper, 5 to 7 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219, North Turner. Sponsored by North Turner Presbyterian. Includes stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, homemade bread and desserts.

Farmington, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 14 and 15: Sandy River Players presents “A Return to Vaudeville,” an evening of song, dance, magic, and comedy, 7 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, UMF Nordica Auditorium. $6 suggested donation. Doors open one-half hour before show. FMI: e-mail [email protected].

Rangeley, Saturday, Oct. 14: Fall supper/fundraiser, 5 p.m., Rangeley Congregational Church barn. Soups, salads, breads and desserts; $6 per person. Benefits deacons’ fund for emergency fuel assistance.

West Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 14: Contradance with the West Farmington House Band, Francois Neville and Cynthia Phinney calling, 8 to 11 p.m., Farmington Grange, Bridge Street, Route 43. Admission, $6; sit-in musicians $3; $15 family max. Free basic workshop, free, 7:30 p.m. FMI: 397-2241 or [email protected].

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 15: Basket bingo, 1 p.m., Farmington Elks Lodge. Lunch, refreshments, door prizes, raffles, Longaberger baskets. Doors open at 11:30; groups are encouraged to come early. FMI and tickets: Elks Lodge, 778-6761 or Shannon Smith, 778-4726.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 15: UMF Sunday Film Series “The Decameron,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 15: UMF Club Event: Ultimate Disc Home Tournament, 9 a.m. 7th Annual Beaver Ultimate Home tournament; college and club teams from all around New England come to compete in a full day event. UMF, Prescott Field. Free. FMI: [email protected], 603-393-7017 or studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~ultimate/.

Farmington, Monday, Oct. 16: Spin Art, 7:15 p.m. The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected] or 778-7346.

Farmington, Wednesday, Oct. 18: Movie, “Indochine,” 7 p.m. Last days of the French colonial regime in Indochina. Lincoln auditorium, UMF Roberts Learning Center. Free. FMI: 778-7420.

Farmington, Wednesday, Oct. 18: Brian Bergeron will perform, 7:15 p.m. UMF students can register to win a free Ipod nano and a $15 music card. The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected], 778-7346.

Farmington, Thursday, Oct. 19: Comedian Jim Lauletta will perform, 7:15 p.m. The Landing, UMF Olsen Student Center. Free. FMI: [email protected], 778-7346.

New Sharon, Thursday, Oct. 19: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

Chesterville, Saturday, Oct. 21: Bean supper, 4 to 6 p.m., Grange Hall. Adults, $6; children, $3. Includes red flannel hash, chop suey, salads, casseroles, biscuits and homemade pies.

Farmington, Saturday, Oct. 21: Harvest dinner and dance, sponsored by Farmington Emblen Club 460. Boiled dinner from 6 to 7 p.m. dancing from 7 to 11 p.m., featuring “The Hooligans.” Donation $25 per couple, members and guests. Tickets, 778-4726.

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Oct. 21: Four-church harvest festival, 5:30 p.m., Eaton Memorial Methodist Church. Potluck supper, “Razzy” the clown, children’s and adult games. Hosted by the Wilton, Eaton Memorial, North Jay and Livermore Methodist churches. Free.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 22: UMF Sunday Film Series “American History X,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Chesterville, Saturday, Oct. 28: Rummage and food sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Chesterville Grange Hall. Household items, clothes and homemade food.

Turner, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28 and 29: Community Halloween party and haunted house, 4 to 8 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219, North Turner. Sponsored by North Turner Presbyterian Church. Freewill donations accepted. Games for younger children, haunted house for older children. Refreshments, prizes. Age appropriate 15 and under; all children 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

Farmington, Sunday, Oct. 29: UMF Sunday Film Series “Pather Panchali,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Chesterville, Tuesday, Oct. 31: Halloween party, 6 to 8 p.m., Grange Hall. Games, hayrides, haunted house and food. Parents are welcome to stay.

New Sharon, Thursday, Nov. 2: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 5: UMF Sunday Film Series “Beauty and the Beast,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 12: UMF Sunday Film Series “Tokyo Drifter,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

New Sharon, Thursday, Nov. 16: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 19: UMF Sunday Film Series “Fahrenheit 451,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Farmington, Sunday, Nov. 26: UMF Sunday Film Series “Woman in the Dunes,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

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

Farmington, Sunday, Dec. 3: UMF Sunday Film Series “Nobody Knows,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

Farmington, Sunday, Dec. 10: UMF Sunday Film Series “Spirited Away,” 7 p.m., Lincoln Auditorium, UMF.

New Sharon, Thursday, Dec. 14: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

New Sharon, Thursday, Dec. 28: Story hour, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., New Sharon-Jim Ditzler Memorial Library.

Oxford hills area

Fryeburg, through Sunday, Oct. 8: Art opening, “Weavings” by Michael Patterson at The Fiber Center at Fryeburg Fair. Hours are Sunday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and the last Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. FMI: Gale, 284-7379 or 935-3268

Bridgton, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth” at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 60 Punkin Valley Road. FMI: Sally Chappell, 647-8154.

Hiram, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Identity theft informational session with Maine Attorney General Steve Rowe, 10 a.m., town office meeting room.

Norway, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Identity theft informational session with Maine Attorney General Steve Rowe, 1 p.m. Fare Share Common. Open to the public.

Paris, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Wednesday’s Kids, after-school group for children ages 5 to 8, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., public library. Stories, crafts, snacks and more. FMI: 743-6994 or e-mail [email protected].

South Paris, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Free square dance lesson offered by the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club at 6:30 p.m. at Oxford Hills Middle School, Pine Street. John Thompson, Caller. FMI: contact Sue Corning, 743-7176 or Eleanor Herrick, 782-4050.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 5: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 743-6994

Bridgton, Friday, Oct. 6: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth” at First Congregation Church UCC, 59 High St. FMI: Rev. Dick Bennett, 647-3936.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 7: Craft fair, luncheon, potato sale and flea market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oxford Congregational Church.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 7: Chinese auction fundraiser, doors open at 11 a.m.; ticket drawing begins at 12:30 p.m., Hosanna Church building, Schoolhouse Road. There will be a dollar table, grab bags, 50/50 and food will be available on sale. Sponsored by the Resistance Ministries. Proceeds to benefit their Christmas charity “A Christmas to Remember.” FMI: 743-6982.

Locke Mills, Saturday, Oct 7: Apple Fest and Yard Sale, 7:30 a.m. to noon, Locke Mills Union Church. Serving apple pancakes, sausages, muffins, apple pie and ice cream and beverages. FMI: Joyce Hathaway, 674-2259.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 7: Memory Walk 2006, registration 8 a.m.; 4-mile walk 9 a.m., beginning at Maine Veterans’ Home, 477 High St. FMI: 743-6300.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 7: The First Universalist Church of South Paris, 36 Pine St., fall rummage sale, 9 a.m. to noon. Bag sale, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. One large plastic bag costs $1 to fill with any and all rummage items.

Paris, Saturday, Oct. 7: Harvest supper, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Deering Memorial Methodist Church, Main and Church streets. Menu: ham, beans, casseroles and gingerbread with whipped cream. Adults, $7; children under 12, $3.

Paris, Wednesday, Oct. 11: Job fair, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Career Center, 232 Main St. FMI: 743-7763 or e-mail [email protected].

Bryant Pond, Thursday, Oct. 12: Guest speaker Ingrid Twitchell of Woodstock, 10 a.m., Whitman Memorial Library. Free. FMI: 674-2143.

Norway, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 12, 13 and 14: Stephens volunteer services thrift shop annual coat sale, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Danforth Street.

Norway, Thursday, Oct. 12: Let’s Talk About It book discussion series “Defining Wilderness: Defining Maine,” 7 p.m., Public Library. “Fly Rod Crosby” by Julia Hunter. Discussion leader will be Candace Kanes, Ph.D. FMI: 743-5309.

Paris, Thursday, Oct. 12: Story time for preschoolers, 10 a.m., public library. FMI: 743-6994.

Hebron, Friday, Oct. 13: Cohen Chamber Music Concert Series presents Boston-based Trancrde Trio, 7:30 p.m., Androscoggin Theater, Hebron Academy’s Sargent Gymnasium. Free. Parking available in Robinson Arena lot, just off Route 119 on Hebron campus. FMI: contact Beverly Roy, 207-966-2100, ext. 266.

Otisfield, Saturday, Oct. 14: Harvest dance, 7 to 11 p.m., Otisfield Community Hall. $10 per person at the door. Entertainment by “The Bel Airs.” 50/50 drawing and raffles. Snacks provided.

West Paris: Saturday, Oct. 14: Harvest supper, 5 to 6 p.m., West Paris Grange Hall, Church St. Tickets: $7 for adults; $3.50 for children under 12.

Mechanic Falls, Tuesday, Oct. 17: American Red Cross blood drive, 2 to 7 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 21: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

West Paris, Saturday, Oct. 21: Fall Fair and Flea Market at Grange Hall, Church Street. Doors open at 9 a.m. There will be flea market, bake sale and crafts. The kitchen will offer corn chowder, sandwiches, etc. For table rental, call 674-3046.

South Paris, Saturday, Oct. 28: Community Baby Shower, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., fire station. Recycled clothing, gift raffles, Ounce of Prevention Shaken Baby Syndrome prevention class taught by Pamela Belisle, founder and director of Don’t Shake Jake. FMI: [email protected] or 229-1113.

Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 4: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 3 to 5 p.m., Crescent Park School. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

West Paris, Saturday, Nov. 11: New Veterans’ Monument dedication. A parade will originate at the Agnes Gray School, 10 a.m., with ceremony following at the town square. In case of inclement weather, the dedication will be at the Legion Hall. FMI: contact Sylvia, 674-2114.

River valley area

Rumford, Wednesday, Oct. 4: American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon to 6 p.m., American Legion, 184 Congress Street.

Rumford, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Depression Recovery introductory program by Neil Nedley, 6 p.m., public library. Program continues every Monday night beginning Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. for 9 weeks. Introductory program is free. FMI: Frankie Brownell, 562-7177 or public library.

Rumford, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Identity Theft informational session with Maine Attorney General Steve Rowe, 4 p.m., Rumford Library meeting room. Other forums that day: 10 a.m. Hiram Town Office; 1 p.m. Fare Share Common, Norway. Forums are open to the public and are being presented at the request of the Oxford County Democratic Committee.

Rumford, Thursday, Oct. 5: Public supper, 5 p.m. until sold out, American Legion Post 24. $6. Includes sirloin tips, mashed potatoes, vegetables and dessert. Take-outs available.

Rumford, Friday, Oct. 6: Spaghetti dinner, auction and dance, 5 p.m. to midnight, Eagles. Benefits Bruce Bulger family who lost their home to fire. Bulger is an SAD 43 school bus driver. Donation, $5.

Andover, Saturday, Oct. 7: Andover Historical Society Open House, 1 to 3 p.m., Elm Street building next to town hall. Refreshments. Public welcome.

Dixfield, Saturday, Oct. 7: “Church on the Hill” bicentennial celebration. Chicken barbecue, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or sold out; a kids talent show, 6:30 p.m.; one-act play, “From Here to There,” 7:30 p.m., Dixfield Congregational Church Annex, High Street.

Peru, Saturday, Oct. 7: Harvest supper, 5 p.m. until sold out, Rockemeka Grange. Adults, $6; 12 and under, $4. Sponsored by Families in Crisis Task Force to help purchase oil for the winter. Donations of vegetables accepted. FMI: Rod Jamison, 562-8799.

Mexico, Monday, Oct. 9: Start of fall session of Moving Freely, a six-week exercise program for senior citizens. Classes held from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday at the Mexico Rec Center. Instructor is Louise Stickney. Pre-register by calling 1-800-482-7412, ext. 1404.

Rumford, Saturday, Oct. 14: Rumford Area Rotary’s Oktoberfest, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Adult Activity Center (formerly the armory). Crafters and vendors, activities for children. Lunch available. Spaces available. FMI or to reserve a space: contact Joe Sirois, 364-4561.

Rumford, Monday, Oct. 16: Sign up and pre-pay by Oct. 16 for Mexico Public Library’s “Fall into Scrapping,” an evening at Scrapper’s Domaine, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26. Scrapping/stamping projects with fall and holiday themes will be created. Cost, $10 per person. All supplies included. Sign up at Mexico Public Library. This is a fundraiser for the library.

Bethel, Saturday, Nov. 4: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 3 to 5 p.m., Crescent Park School. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

Rumford, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18: Mountain Valley High School’s fall play production, “An Evening of Culture,” 7 p.m., Muskie Auditorium. Tickets, $5; students and seniors, $3.

Lewiston area

Auburn, Tuesday, Oct. 3: Artists’ reception, 7 p.m., public library, 49 Spring St. FMI: Kellie DeMers, [email protected] or 333-6640, ext. 2024.

Auburn, Tuesday, Oct. 3: The First Universalist Church of Auburn will host a free screening of “An Inconvenient Truth,” 7 p.m. Admission is free, although freewill donations will be accepted. The event is open to the public at 169 Pleasant St., across from Dairy Joy. FMI: 783-0461 or e-mail [email protected].

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 3: Concert with Christian singer Eddie Piper, 6:30 p.m., Lighthouse Baptist Church, 39 Lincoln St.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Oct. 3: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth” at Bates College. FMI: The Rev. Bill Blaine Wallace, 753-6906.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., public library. Preschoolers and their caregivers sing songs and enjoy stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Animal tracks after school art program, 3:30 to 5 p.m., public library. For ages 8 to 12. Make plaster animal tracks to take home. FMI and to reserve a place: 784-0135, ext. 4.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Oct. 4: Lots to Gardens will host Maple Street Park Game and Snack Night, 4 to 5:30 p.m. This event is in collaboration with the Visible Community, who is fighting hard to get the city officials to agree to restore the park.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 5: Baby’s Night Out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Auburn Public Library, for babies up to 24 months and caregivers. Nursery rhymes, finger plays, and songs.

Brunswick, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 5 and 6: Jewelry sale where everything is $5 at Mid Coast Hospital café conference rooms, 123 Medical Center Drive. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday. FMI: MCH volunteer services, 373-6015, or e-mail [email protected].

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 5: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., Auburn Public Library. Knitters bring their knitting projects and find help and encouragement from fellow knitters.

Sabattus, though Thursday, Oct. 5: Orders being taken for a pizza fundraiser at the Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Fresh, ready to cook, 14″ pizza with cheese or pepperoni, available for $6 each. To order, call Pauline Pierre, 777-7169 or 713-5685. Payment is due when orders are placed. Pickup is Oct. 21 between noon and 3 p.m. at the convent.

Greene, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 5 and 6: Filmmakers Fran and Brooke Reidelberger will present “The Other Side of Mexico” at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Thursday, 7 p.m.; Friday, 2 and 7 p.m. Free. FMI: 946-5311 or ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 5: Partner and line dancing with Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: 4th level Centreville Garage, Canal Street.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 5: L/A Arts kicks off 34th season with folk singer John Gorka, Franco-American Heritage Center, 7:30 p.m.; doors open, 7 p.m. Tickets, $23 ($19 for students and seniors 60+); group rates available. Edward Little and Lewiston High School students, free with ARTSPASS (available through their mentors or by contacting L/A Arts). Tickets may be purchased over the phone or on line at www.laarts.org.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 6: Teen Scrabble Club, 3 p.m., Auburn Public Library. Teens will be preparing for a competition in the spring in Providence, R.I., for a $5,000 prize in the National School Scrabble Championship.

Lewiston, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7: Meadowview yearly fair, 23 Spofford St., next to Friendly’s. Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 6: Homecoming spaghetti dinner, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Lisbon High School.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 6: Post 158 Auxiliary, chili tacos with all the fixings, dessert and coffee, 5 to 6 p.m., Webster Street. Adults $6. FMI: 353-8192.

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 6 and 7: A fall bazaar, to benefit the local food pantry and Loaves and Fishes, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Christmas items, baked goods, crafts, books, a 50/50 raffle and a raffle for hot air balloon rides. FMI: Sister Lucille Fournier, 375-8399.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 7: Indoor mini tent sale, Lake Auburn Towne House, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Household items, clothes, crafts jewelry and more. Hot dogs, coffee and baked goods.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 7: Walk for a Humane Community, sponsored by The Abused Women’s Advocacy Project and the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 9 to 11 am., Mt. Apatite Park. FMI: Kelley Glidden, 795-6744 ext. 22.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 7: Book Drive drop-off day, 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers from the Friends of the Auburn Public Library will be on hand to help receive donations of used books for the library’s annual used book sale taking place on Nov. 18.

Gray, Saturday, Oct. 7: Public supper to benefit child welfare, 5 to 6 p.m., American Legion, 15 Lewiston Road. Menu: beans, chop suey, coleslaw, hot dogs, breads and desserts. Adults $6; children under 12 $2.50; under five, free.

Leeds, Saturday, Oct. 7: Leeds Community Church fundraiser, “A Celebration of Gifts and Talents,” 7 a.m. to noon, 123 Church Hill Road.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 7: The Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Council 12652 bean supper, 4 to 6:30 p.m., Holy Cross Church Hall, 1080 Lisbon St. $6 per person, $3 12 years and under. Takeout available. FMI: Dan Leclair, 240-3537

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 7: Harvest dance, 7 to 11 p.m., Knights of Columbus hall, East Avenue. Sponsored by Twin City Ballroom Dancers. $10 per person. FMI: 784-0002.

Mechanic Falls, Saturday, Oct. 7: Lamplighter smorgasbord, 5 to 6 p.m., First Congregational Church. Menu: Baked beans, brown bread, casseroles, salads, coleslaw, deviled eggs, ham, dessert and beverage. Adult, $7; under 12, $3.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Oct. 7: Book sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., public library. Baked goods available.

Pownal, Saturday, Oct. 7: Baked bean supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 851 Lawrence Road, featuring three kinds of beans, spaghetti, potato salad, coleslaw, pickled beets, biscuits and brownbread, pickles and homemade pies. Adults, $6; children, $3. Handicapped-accessible. FMI: Caron @688-4101 or Karen @ 829-5470

Sabattus, Saturday, Oct. 7: Baked bean and casserole supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Proceeds to benefit parish programs. $6 for adults; children under 12, $3. FMI: Roland St. Amand.

Auburn, Sunday, Oct 8: Public breakfast, 8 to 10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $3.50/$4.50 includes coffee and juice. Benefit New Auburn Little League. FMI: 784-6883.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 11: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., public library. Preschoolers and their caregivers sing songs and enjoy stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 12: Book Discussions: “The World Is Flat” by Thomas L. Friedman. Examination of the global economy and its interconnectedness through new and emerging technology.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 12: Teenior Knitting Club, 6 p.m., Auburn Public Library. Knitters bring their knitting projects and find help and encouragement from fellow knitters.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 12: Partner and line dancing with Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: 4th level Centreville Garage, Canal Street.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 13: Teen open mic, 6 p.m., Auburn Public Library. Sign-up to perform is 5:30 p.m. Teenagers from 13 to 18 years old who are acoustic singer/songwriters, instrumental musicians, do comedy acts, or write poetry reading are invited.

Auburn, Fridays, Oct. 13: Teen Scrabble Club, 3 p.m., Auburn Public Library.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 13: Open mic/poetry slam jam, sign-up at 7 p.m.; show starts 7:30 p.m., First Universalist Church. Free admission; donations welcome. Childcare and refreshments available. Handicap accessible. FMI: 783-0461 or www.uuauburn.net.

Hebron, Friday, Oct. 13: Cohen Chamber Music Concert Series presents Boston-based Trancrde Trio, 7:30 p.m., Androscoggin Theater, Hebron Academy’s Sargent Gymnasium. Free. Parking available in Robinson Arena lot, just off Route 119 on Hebron campus. FMI: contact Beverly Roy, 207-966-2100, ext. 266.

Lewiston, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13 and 14: International wildlife film festival, 7 p.m. Friday; 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, public library. Hosted by LPL and Stanton Bird Club. FMI: 784-0135 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Friday, Oct. 13: Harvest turkey supper, 5 to 7 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219, North Turner. Sponsored by North Turner Presbyterian. Includes stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, vegetables, homemade bread and desserts.

Winthrop, Friday, Oct. 13: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. Includes hot biscuits, crackers, pickles, beverage and homemade pies. $6 per person; takeouts available; wheelchair-accessible. Benefits the church and its missions. FMI: 377-5923, or 377-8639.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 14: Masonic open house/pancake breakfast, 8:15 to 9:30, Auburn Masonic Building, 1021 Turner St. Tours, question-and-answer sessions. Sponsored by Ashlar, Rabboni, Tranquil and Ancient Brothers lodges.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 14: Roast pork dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church hall, Third Street. Adults, $6.50; under 12, $3.25. Menu: roast pork, potato, green beans, salad, dessert and beverage.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 14: Auburn Book Project awards, 11 a.m., public library. Celebrate the winning book of the Auburn Book Project with an awards ceremony at the library and book signing after at Waldenbooks.

Bowdoin, Saturday, Oct. 14: Harvest supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., West Bowdoin Parish Hall. Red flannel hash. Adults, $6; children 12 and under, $3; preschool, free. Sponsored by West Bowdoin Baptist Church.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Oct. 14: Baked bean and casserole supper, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church parish hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. Adults, $6; children under 12, $4; children under 4, free; family with children under 12, $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. FMI: 353-5636.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 15: New Beginnings 5K run/walk, 9 a.m., Multi-Purpose Center, Birch St. Entry fee, $15; under 12, free. T-shirts, prizes, refreshments, music. Tot trot, ages 1 to 4, 9:45 a.m. Benefits New Beginnings programs for youth. FMI: 795-4077 or [email protected].

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 15: Sharing Through Experience support group “Walk to Remember,” 10 a.m.; registration begins 9 a.m., St. Mary’s Woman’s Pavillion, 330 Sabattus St. Proceeds benefit Colby Fund. FMI: e-mail [email protected].

Auburn, Monday, Oct. 16: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 to 6 p.m., Auburn Community, 109 Pleasant St.

Mechanic Falls, Tuesday, Oct. 17: American Red Cross blood drive, 2 to 7 p.m., Vineyard Christian Fellowship, 90 Lewiston St.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 18: Hands are for Helping story program, 1 p.m., public library. Martine Agassi, Ph.D, with the Children’s Advocates Abused Women’s Advocacy Project, reads her book “Hands Are Not for Hitting,” which helps kids learn about fun and healthy things that hands can be used for. For preschool through early elementary and their care givers.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 18: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., public library. Preschoolers and their caregivers sing songs and enjoy stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Sabattus, Wednesday, Oct. 18: Annual auxiliary card party, door prizes, raffle table, 50/50. Doors open at 6 p.m., American Legion, Post 135, Island Road. Donation $2. Bring a picture for this function.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 19: Atlas (Auburn Teen Library Advisors), 4 p.m. All teens are welcome to attend meetings in order to plan services, activities and programs for teens. Pizza and refreshments will be served.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 19: Baby’s Night Out, 6 to 6:20 p.m., Auburn Public Library, for babies up to 24 months and caregivers. Nursery rhymes, finger plays, and songs.

Auburn, Thursday, Oct. 19: Teenior Knitting Club, 10 a.m., Auburn Public Library. Knitters bring their knitting projects and find help and encouragement from fellow knitters.

Greene, Thursday and Friday, Oct. 19 and 20: Film producer Doug Jones will narrate his film, “Cruising The Orient on The Queen Elizabeth II” at the Sawyer Memorial, 371 Sawyer Road. Shows at 7 p.m. Thursday; 2 and 7 p.m. Friday. Free admission. Doors open one hour before shows. FMI: 946-5311 or ourworld.cs.com/sawyerfoundation.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 19: Partner and line dancing with Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: 4th level Centreville Garage, Canal Street.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 20: Teen Scrabble Club, 3 p.m., Auburn Public Library.

Durham, Friday, Oct. 20: Maine Interfaith Power and Light will show the global warming documentary “An Inconvenient Truth,” 7 p.m., Durham Friends Meeting, 532 Quaker Meeting House Road. FMI: call or e-mail Craig Freshley at [email protected] or 729-5607.

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 20: VFW Post 9459 Ladies Auxiliary boiled dinner, 5:30 to 7 p.m., post home, Route 196. Includes dessert, coffee or tea. $6 for adults, $3 for children under 10. FMI: 353-2152.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 21: Saturday stories and crafts with Judy D’Amour, 10 a.m., public library. Judy returns with not-so-scary Halloween stories. Look for Moxie, her Halloween cat, who may join us. Children may make a paper plate jack o’lantern to take home.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct 21: Open house, noon to 4 p.m., Central Fire Station, 550 Minot Ave. Demonstrations, Sparky the fire safety mascot, education for families, in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Month. FMI: Cathy Zupancic, 784-5433, ext. 21.

Bath, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21 and 22: Cat show. Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bath Middle School, 6 Old Brunswick Road. Adults, $5; children age 10 or under, $3. Judging both days, cafe, free parking, raffle, vendors. FMI: 725-5745. Sponsored by United Maine Coon Cat Association.

Durham, Saturday, Oct. 21: Church Fair, 10 to 2 p.m., First Congregational Church, Route 136. Food, candy, crafts, harvest, Christmas, white elephant and children’s corner. Luncheon starting at 11 a.m., corn chowder, chili, hot dogs, chili dogs, dessert and beverage. FMI: Rhonda, 751-3517, or Anne, 353-9422.

Greene, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 21 and 22: Androscoggin Grange No. 8 annual variety show, Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m., 99 Main St. Sisters Mary Casper, Janice Brewer, Glenice Bubier and Dell Farris will keep you in stitches. Several other area folks will show their talents. Admission, $6. Proceeds go to updating the grange. FMI: Janice Brewer, 946-5006

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 21: Partner and line dancing with the Countryside Dancers, 7:30 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: 4th level, Centreville Garage, Canal Street.

Poland, Saturday, Oct. 21: Poland Fire Rescue fundraiser, 7 to 9 p.m., Range Pond Campground, Plains Road. Snack Shack will be open with Halloween treats. Hot cocoa, coffee, cider, cookies, candies and more. All ages welcome. $3 per person.

Sabattus, Saturday, Oct. 21: Bean and casserole supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m., American Legion Post 135, Island Road. Adults, $6; Children 10 and under, $3.

Wales, Saturday, Oct. 21: Turkey supper, 5 to 6 p.m., Wales Youth Center, Route 132. Menu: turkey, stuffing, mashed potato, vegetable, beverages, pies. FMI: contact Alice, 375-8382 or Marilyn, 375-6604.

Augusta, Sunday, Oct. 22: Harmony A La Mode, Maine-ly Harmony women’s a cappella chorus and homemade dessert buffet, 2 p.m., Cony High School. $10 includes dessert and show. FMI and tickets: contact Gerry Dostie, 622-5730, Anne Danforth, 623-1927, Debbie Staples, 873-5952, Debbie Greim, 786-3400, or Sue Staples, 947-7204.

Portland, Sunday, Oct. 22: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 2 p.m., Portland High School. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

Auburn, Wednesday, Oct. 25: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., public library. Preschoolers and their caregivers sing songs and enjoy stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Lewiston, Thursday, Oct. 26: Partner and line dancing with Countryside Dancers, 7 p.m., Central Hall, 191 Lisbon St. Entrance: 4th level Centreville Garage, Canal Street.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 27: Teen Animae Drawing Club, 3:30 p.m. each Friday. Teens will gather to draw and read animae.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 27: Teen Scrabble Club, 3 p.m., Auburn Public Library.

Auburn, Friday, Oct. 27: Local favorites Phil House and friend Kathy Haley will perform, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., First Universalist Church in the renovated sanctuary, 169 Pleasant St. Goodwill donations will benefit the Organ Maintenance Fund. Refreshments will be served after the concert. Handicap accessible. FMI: 783-0461 or [email protected].

Lisbon, Friday, Oct. 27: VFW Post 9459 lasagna supper, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at post home, Route 196. $6 for adults, $3 for children under 10. Halloween dance, 7 to 11 p.m., music and karaoke by J and J. Come dressed in a costume if you wish. FMI: 353-5291 Wednesday through Friday after 4 p.m.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 28: Taxing Maine performed by the Theater at Monmouth’s David Greenham and Dennis Price, 7 p.m., public library.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 28: Androscoggin Valley String Quartet will perform a benefit concert for the Casa Hogar orphanage, 3 p.m., West Auburn Congregational Church, corner of Marston Hill Road and West Auburn Road. FMI: 777:4643.

Brunswick, Saturday, Oct. 28: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 7:30 p.m., Kresge Auditorium, Bowdoin College. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

Lewiston, Saturday, Oct. 28: The Holy Cross Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly Council 2870 Halloween dinner/dance (costume optional), 6:30 to 11 p.m., Paul Gagne D.J. BYOB 21 years and over. Prizes given to the best Halloween costume. FMI: Dan Leclair, 240-3537.

Turner, Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28 and 29: Community Halloween party and haunted house, 4 to 8 p.m., GAR Hall, Route 219, North Turner. Sponsored by North Turner Presbyterian Church. Freewill donations accepted. Games for younger children, haunted house for older children. Refreshments, prizes. Age appropriate 15 and under; all children 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 29: Fiddle-icious fiddle orchestra, 2 p.m., Franco American Heritage Center. FMI: contact Roxanne Horne, 371-2584, Susan Volmer, 786-4361 or visit www.fiddleidious.com.

Lewiston, Sunday, Oct. 29: Ken Fernald in concert, 5 p.m., First Assembly of God Church, 70 Hogan Road. FMI: 786-2636.

Wales, Saturday, Nov. 4: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oak Hill High School. Free admission. Tables available for $25. FMI: Cathy Rioux, 375-4824 or 841-5796.

Sabattus, Sunday, Nov. 5: Monthly breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m. American Legion, Post 135, Island Road. Cost $6, under 10 $3.

Winthrop, Friday, Nov. 10: Fish chowder luncheon, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Congregational Church. $6. Includes hot biscuits, crackers, pickles, beverage and homemade pies. Takeouts available. Wheelchair accessible. Benefit for the church and its missions. FMI: 377-5923 or 377-8639.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 11: Bean and casserole dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church Hall, Third Street. Adults, $6.50; under 12, $3.25. Menu: baked beans, hot dogs, coleslaw or chop suey, dessert and beverage.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 11: Bean and casserole supper, 4:30 to 6 p.m. American Legion, Post 135, Island Road. Adults, $6; 10 and under, $3.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 17: Meadowview Seniors Christmas bus trip, 8 a.m., Indian Head Resort, White Mountains. Meal, beverages and a show; $50 per person. FMI: Bert Dutil, 786-2305.

Skowhegan, Saturday, Nov. 18: Pet Expo, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Skowhegan Armory, North School Street. Sponsored by Tri-County Obedience Club. Vendors selling pet products and/or services; demonstrations: carting with Bernese Mountain dogs and Tellington Touch.

Sabattus, Sunday, Dec. 3: Monthly breakfast, 7:30 to 10 a.m., American Legion, Post 135, Island Road. Cost, Adults, $6; children under 10, $3.

Auburn, Saturday, Dec. 9: Ham dinner, 5 to 6 p.m., St. Louis Church Hall, Third Street, Adults, $6.50; children under 12, $3.25. Indludes ham, potato, vegetable, salad, dessert and beverage.