Oct. 7-23: Schoolhouse Arts Center in Sebago Lake Village presents “Arsenic and Old Lace” on Fri. and Sat. starting at 8 p.m. Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m. Tickets $16/$14. FMI 642-3743.

Oct. 14: Gallery 302 Art Auction for Katrina survivors. Wine and cheese reception from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., with the auction from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Proceeds will go to the Crafts Emergency Assistance Fund which helps crafts artists needing financial assistance.

Oct. 14: The Maine Humanities Council hosts Henry Purcell’s “Dido and Aeneas,” from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center for Maine History, 489 Congress St., Portland. $50. To register, call 773-5051 or visit www.mainehumanities.org.

Oct. 15: Old Time Music at The Old Red Church, 1-3 p.m. featuring the band “Spruce Rooster.” Donations accepted Coffee, juice, desserts & goodies. FMI 642-2007, 642-2104.

Oct. 15: Rock 4 Relief at Catherine McAuley High School in Portland. $6 donation all proceeds benefit hurricane relief. Eight high school bands performing starting at 4 p.m. FMI 650-3961.

Oct. 15: Annual Health and Safety Fair sponsored by the Standish Health and Safety Committee at Standish Municipal Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Oct. 15: Fall Clothing Sale, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Hollis Elem. School Cafeteria, Rt. 35 Hollis, across from the Municipal Center. FMI to volunteer or donate 642-3508. Benefits BEHS scholarships.

Oct. 15, 16: Third Annual Public Breakfast at the inlet. Benefits Shrine Hospital Burn center and Standish Masonic Lodge #70. 7-11 a.m. Eight breakfast choices being served. FMI 642-5111.

Oct. 16: American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. 11 a.m. at Monument Square in Portland. Money raised supports breast cancer research, education and patient service programs. FMI 373-3703.

Oct. 16: Southern Maine Volkssport Assoc. holds Saco Bay Trail Walk, at the Bay View Villa, Saco. This is a group walk and the start time is 11 a.m. Everyone is invited; children must be accompanied by an adult.

Oct. 17: Rabies clinic at Sebago Lake Congregational Church from 5-6 p.m. $8 per pet. Cash only. Dogs must be on leashes and cats in cages. Sponsored by Standish Veterinary Hospital and Standish ACO.

Oct. 19: Adult flu clinic sponsored by VNA Home Health Care held at Springbrook Center for HealthCare and Rehabilitation, 300 Spring Street in Westbrook from 1 to 3 p.m. Please bring your Medicare or MaineCare Card. All others, bring $30. Call VNA at 780-8624 with any questions.

Oct. 19: “Hep the Step” over-65 exercise program for women held every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. at Casco Village Church starting Oct. 19. Exercise to the beat of 1950s rock music. Free. To register call Bev White at 627-4179.

Oct. 20: Caring for Your Aging Family Members for families providing assistance to an older adult. From 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church in Windham. Mary Toppi-Beane will facilitate. Free. Co-sponsored by the Southern Maine Agency on Aging and the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter. FMI 541-6619.

Oct. 21: American Red Cross blood drive at Bridgton Healthcare from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Oct. 21: “If These Stones Could Talk” tours of Historic Stroudwater Burying Ground will be held at 4:30 and 7 p.m. (Rain date Oct. 22). Each tour limited to 20. Reservations required. Adults $7, under 16 $1.

Oct. 21: American Red Cross blood drive at Windham High School from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct. 22: Fire Prevention Open House at the Windham Public Safety Building. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids event, demonstrations, arson dog, and police dog. Free. FMI 892-1911

Oct. 22: Spaghetti Supper, Steep Falls Fire Barn, 5-6 p.m. Adults $7, children under 12 are $5. Dinner includes spaghetti, meatballs, bread, salad, dessert, coffee, and beverage. Benefits Standish Center study group. FMI 642-2007, 642-2104.

Oct. 23: Dana Perkins benefit spaghetti dinner from 4-8 p.m. at Montebello’s on Route 302 in Raymond. All proceeds will help Perkins’ mounting medical bills as a result from a fall. Cost is $15 adults, $8 children. Tickets at door.

Oct. 23: American faces at Gorham High school at 7 p.m. Adults $7, Seniors $6, Students and children free. Eleven performances of American music favorites.

Oct. 24: American Red Cross blood drive at Lake Region High School from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct. 25: Free Family Fun Evening from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Warren Memorial Library, 479 Main Street, Westbrook.

Oct. 27: Annual Meeting of the Windham Land Trust. Nominations and elect board members and learn about activities. Windham Library 7 p.m.

Oct. 28: “If These Stones Could Talk” tours of Historic Stroudwater Burying Ground will be held at 4:30 and 7 p.m. and Friday (Rain date Oct. 29). Each tour limited to 20. Reservations required. Adults $7, under 16 $1.

Oct. 28: SMART Child and Family Services free Family Halloween Open House from 5-7 p.m. at 86 Tandberg Trail (Route 115) in Windham. Wear your best costume, trick or treat in the rooms of our house, there will be lots of goodies, contests, decorations and fun! Bring your family and friends to have some fun to start your Halloween weekend. FMI 893-0386.

Oct. 28, 29: Corner Country Fair at Prides Corner Congregational Church. Friday 6-9 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gifts, crafts, baked goods, jams, jellies, wood items. Chowder and food available. FMI 797-4636.

Oct. 29: Mission Committee Harvest Supper at Casco Village Church from 5 to 6 p.m. Beef and vegetable stew in a pumpkin; homemade casseroles; homemade pies, $6 adults, $3 under 12.

Oct. 30: A large and vibrant group of traditional Maine musicians called “Fiddle-icious” perform fiddling favorites Corthell Concert Hall on the USM Gorham campus on Sunday, October 30 at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets $10/$7/$5. FMI 780-5555.

Oct. 30: Blue Seal Feeds, RT 202 So. Windham, is hosting a Pet Halloween Costume Contest on. Prizes awarded to most original, scariest and funniest. All animals are welcome, there will be treats for all. FMI 892-9411.

Oct. 31: American Red Cross blood drive at St. Joseph’s College Alfond Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Nov. 5: “Harvest” opening reception at Lake Region Art & Framing, Naples from 4-6 p.m. FMI 693-6977.

Nov. 5: Murder mystery fund-raiser for Lyric Music Theater at Keeley the Caterer, Warren Ave. Portland. Starts at 6:30 p.m. FMI 772-1505.

Nov. 10-19: Windham High School presents “Little Shop of Horrors” Nov. 10, 11, 12 & 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Sat. Nov. 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for pre-K through grade 12 students; $8 for seniors age 60+ and $12 for adults. Opening night, all tickets $8.

Nov. 19: Gorham Varsity Softball is hosting a craft fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Narragansett School on Main St. in Gorham. Space $30 or $38 w/ electricity. FMI 839-2990.

Dec. 3: “Journey/Memories” opening reception at Lake Region Art & Framing, Naples from 4-6 p.m. FMI 693-6977.

Dec. 10: The Lake Region Eagles is holding a Holiday craft fair at 824 Roosevelt Trail in Windham from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables are available for rent. FMI 776-3562. Leave a message.