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.

Lewiston area

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 9: Story time for ages 2 1/2-5, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Preschool story time, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Ages 3-5. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Teen gaming, 3-4 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Creature features, 4:30 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 8-12. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 10: Read to the dog, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 11: Firehouse chili luncheon, 12:15 p.m., William Rogers American Legion Post 153, Broad and Cook St.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day breakfast, 7-8 a.m., Lewiston High School, 156 East Ave. Free. Held by U.S. Army Cadet program.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans musical tribute, 9:30 a.m., Lewiston Armory, 65 Central Ave. Hosted by Franco-American War Veterans Post 31.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans memorial stone revealing, 1:30 p.m., Veterans Memorial Park, 2 Main St.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Service honoring veterans, 6:30 p.m., Holy Family Church, 607 Sabattus St.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 11: Peek-A-Boo Puppet show, 10 a.m., The Toy Library, 134 College St. $2. FMI: 782-1112.

Lisbon, Thursday, Nov. 11: Flag burning, 1 p.m., VFW Post 9459. Hot dogs and happy hour for veterans, 4-6 p.m.

Lisbon, Thursday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day chili, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster St.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 11: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 12: Rock for cancer, 4 p.m. to 12 a.m., Club Texas, 150 Center St. $10. Benefits Wayne Nichols. Featuring 5 rock bands. Buffet available.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: Story time for ages 0-2 1/2, 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: Food for Thought luncheon, noon, USM/L-A College. $7 advance, $8 at door. Program by Dorothy Bowyer on book “Happy Life Blues”. Reservations by noon Nov. 11, 753-6510.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 12: Toy drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lisbon St. News, 890 Lisbon St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 32358.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Spaghetti dinner, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Lisbon Community School, 33 Mill St. Adults $6, children under 10 $3. Includes raffle and silent auction. Sponsored by PWS 7th grade. FMI: 353-3055.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Chicken Alfredo dinner, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster Street.

Lisbon, Friday, Nov. 12: Grilled cheese and soup supper, 5:30-6:30 p.m., VFW Post 9459. $5. Turkey raffle. Sponsored by Auxiliary. FMI: 353-2152.

Readfield, Friday, Nov. 12: Ham dinner, 5-7 p.m., St. Andrew’s Episcopal church, 16 Church Road. $8, children $4, family $20.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: Sprouts program for ages 0-24 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. Siblings welcome. FMI: 333-6640.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: One Hip Night of Bellydancing, 6:30-10 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn. $20. Hosted by Imari & The Sahara Desert Dancers. Benefits Central Maine Medical Center. FMI: 647-2616 or www.imarisbellydancing.com.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: Used book sale, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 13: Toy drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2 Brothers Disc. Store, Mill St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 32358.

Durham, Saturday, Nov. 13: Benefit for Braelyn Bailey, 5-8 p.m., Durham Community School. Spaghetti dinner 5-6:30 p.m. $10 or $25 for a family. FMI: Benefit for Braelyn Bailey on Facebook.

Gray, Saturday, Nov. 13: Breakfast, 5-11 a.m., American Legion, Route 100. $5, family $15. Sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 86.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: “Teddy Bear Fair”, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lewiston High School gym. Crafts, books, baked goods. Sponsored by Mu Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Calvary United Methodist Church, 59 Sabattus. St. $7, children $3.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 13: Rocking Against Cancer, 5:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 1675 Lisbon Road. $10. Spaghetti supper, two bands, silent auction. FMI: Linda 784-4801.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 13: “Winter Wonderland Christmas Fair,” 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., United Methodist Church, 14 School St. Beef stew luncheon 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5, children $2.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean and casserole supper, 4:45-6 p.m., Holy Trinity Church Parish Hall, 67 Frost Hill Ave. $6, 4-11 $4, under 4 free, family with children under 12 $15. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. FMI: 353-5636.

Manchester, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Manchester Elementary School. FMI: 629-2949.

New Gloucester, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First Congregational Church, 19 Gloucester Hill Rd. Held by Women’s Evening Guild. FMI: 926-3260 or NGUCC.org.

Poland, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Poland Community School, Route 26. Food, raffles.

Sabattus, Saturday, Nov. 13: Bean supper and dance, 5-9:30 p.m., Jacques Cartier Club, Wales Road. Supper $6, dance $5, both $10. Music by The Trio. FMI: 375-4850.

Topsham, Saturday, Nov. 13: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Mid-Coast Presbyterian Church, 84 Main St. Quilt raffle, jewelry, luncheon.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Craft and bake sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Turner Center Universalist Church, Route 117. Lunch available.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 13: Pot luck supper for landowners, 5 p.m., BQMC Hall, Route 219. Sponsored by Turner Ridge Riders Snowmobile Club. FMI: Ed 225-2072.

Wales, Saturday, Nov. 13: Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Youth Center, Pond Rd. Sponsored by Wales Presbyterian Women. FMI: 375-8382 or 375-6604.

Winthrop, Saturday, Nov. 13: Hunter and family breakfast, 5-9 a.m., Congregational Church, Main Street. Benefits Rotary Club’s projects.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 14: Breakfast, 8-10 a.m., VFW Post 1603, 588 Minot Ave. $4/$5. Benefits Christmas party for children. FMI: 784-6883.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 14: Dance with music by Wild Horse, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.

Litchfield, Sunday, Nov. 14: Country Sunday, 12-5 p.m., Sportsmen’s Club, Hallowell-Litchfield Road. $6, DECMA members $5, under 12 free. Door prizes, raffles, 50/50, food. FMI: Gary 377-8035 or Connie 737-0920.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 15: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Maggie Trafton Program Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Monday, Nov. 15: Sweet Peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. 24 to 36 months. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 15: Art Van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 15: All-ages story time, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 16: The Music Man, 2 p.m., Auburn Public Library, Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. 50 cents. Part of Prime Time Tuesdays. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpublicschools.org.

Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 2 1/2 to 5. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Tuesday, Nov. 16: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthew Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: Joan 225-3501.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Preschool story time for ages 3-5, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Teen Anime Club, 3-4 p.m., Library Androscoggin Community Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Spaghetti supper, 5-7 p.m., East Auburn Community School cafeteria, 15 Andrew Dr. Benefits families of Dennis Myrick and Jillian Dumais. Donations and FMI: 782-4142.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: American Red Cross blood drive, 3-8 p.m., Bates College Chase Hall, 23 Campus Dr.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Creature Features for ages 8-12, 4:30 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Space limited. Sign up at 513-3133.

Lewiston, Wednesday, Nov. 17: Read to the Dog, 6 p.m., Library Children’s Room, 200 Lisbon St. Reserve spot at 513-3133.

Auburn, Thursday, Nov. 18: “Beat holiday stress”, 12-1 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Part of Brown Bag Lunches. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Lewiston, Thursday, Nov. 18: Kids’ cooking club, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Ages 7-14. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 18: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building library, 98 Matthews Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: 225-3501.

Auburn, Friday, Nov. 19: Rock out to 5 bands, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., Club Texas, 150 Center St. $10. Sponsored by Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Toy drive, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., M&M Getty Mart, 515 Lisbon, St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 3,2358.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Craft sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Bates St. Senior Housing, 250 Bates St. Use left side door.

Lewiston, Friday, Nov. 19: Baby time, 10:30 a.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. Infants up to age 2 1/2. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.

Pownal, Friday, Nov. 19: Christmas fair, 2-7 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Rd. FMI: 688-4101 or 699-4818.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas fair, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 757 Summer St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Congregational Church, High St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Toy drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Family Dollar parking lot, Center St. Benefits children in foster care. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 3,2358.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas by the lake fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, Turner St.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Stories, 9:30 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Sprouts, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Supper, 4:30-5:30 p.m., basement of St. Louis Church, Third St. Adults $6, ages 12 and under $3. Held by Andy Valley Knights of Columbus, Council 8742.

Danville, Saturday, Nov. 20: Fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Danville Junction Grange. Luncheon available. Sponsored by Danville Union Church. FMI: 998-2231.

Lisbon Falls, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 67 Frost Hill Ave. To benefit Holy Trinity Parish. Free admission. FMI: 353-9056.

Pownal, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., North Pownal United Methodist Church, 871 Lawrence Rd. FMI: 688-4101 or 699-4818.

Turner, Saturday, Nov. 20: Silent auction, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., library in Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthews Way.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 20: Supper, 5-6 p.m., American Legion Post 158, Webster St.

Lewiston, Saturday, Nov. 20: Veterans fundraiser music by Grady, 5:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 1675 Lisbon Rd. $5. FMI: 784-4801.

Lisbon, Saturday, Nov. 20: Bean supper, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Lisbon Left Hand Club. $6. FMI: 353-2143.

Auburn, Sunday, Nov. 21: Christmas by the lake leftovers, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., St. Philip’s Church, Turner St.

Lewiston, Sunday, Nov. 21: Dance with music by Patio Cowboy, 7-11 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 150 East Ave. $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. FMI: 784-0389.