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
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.
Auburn, Friday, Nov. 15: Open mic and Poetry Slam, 7:15 p.m., First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St., entrance on Spring St. Free. FMI: 783-0461.
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 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.
Mechanic Falls, Friday, Nov. 19: Public supper, 5-6:30 p.m., American Legion Hall. Adults $7, seniors $6, children under 12 $3.50. Hosted by American Legion Post 150 Ladies Auxiliary.
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 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.
Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Christmas craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sixth Street Congregational Church. Lunch available.
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.
Litchfield, Saturday, Nov. 20: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Litchfield Plains Baptist Church, 56 Plains Rd.
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.
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.Wales, Saturday, Nov. 20: Holiday craft fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wales Central School, 175 Centre Road, off Route 132. Raffles, door prizes, 50/50, lunch. Benefits students. FMI: Kim 577-0733 or walesmaine@aol.com.
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.
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 22: Mom’s morning out, 9:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.
Auburn, Monday, Nov. 22: Sweet peas, 10:30-11 a.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Ages 24-36 months. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 22: Art Van, 4 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.
Lewiston, Monday, Nov. 22: Storytime, 6 p.m., Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St. All ages. FMI: 513-3133 or www.lplonline.org.
Turner, Monday, Nov. 22: Silent auction, 12-7 p.m., Leavitt Institute Building, 98 Matthews Way. Sponsored by Turner Public Library. FMI: 225-3501.
Auburn, Tuesday, Nov. 23: Teen movie series, 2:45-5 p.m., Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St. Free. Movie to be announced. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.
Lewiston, Tuesday, Nov. 23: 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.
Auburn, Wednesday, Nov. 24: Sprouts program for ages 0-24 months, 10:30-11 a.m., Library Children’s Room, 49 Spring St. FMI: 333-6640 or www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.
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