Through July 18: New Gloucester photographer Cally Peaco exhibits at Auburn Public Library a series entitled, “Lady Working in the Milkhouse, Farm and Reflections.” The display is in the Androscoggin Room at the library located at 49 Spring St. The library is open Monday-Saturday. An opening reception is June 10 from 4-7 p.m.

Saturday, June 28: Fizz Pop Boom! Mad Science presents a jaw-dropping hands-on science program at 7 p.m. at Spaulding Memorial Library, Route 114 in Sebago. Free fun for the whole family. For more information, call 787-2321.

June 28: The Hawthorne House Association in Raymond holds its annual Strawberry Festival from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Hawthorne House at 40 Hawthorne Road. A program of speakers features brief introductions to three other community organizations: Raymond Village Library – Sally Holt; Raymond-Casco Historical Society – Frank McDermott; Hawthorne Garden Club – Elissa Gifford. Following the talks the best homemade strawberry shortcake available (beverages included) will be served. Your donation of $10 ($5 for those 8 and younger) helps to maintain this historic house. The Hawthorne Association receives no government or grant funding – it is all done by volunteers. Reservations are recommended to ensure seating and to help us plan adequate amounts of shortcake. E-mail John at jmanoush@fairpoint.net or call 655-7660.

June 28: Coinciding with Poland Spring Preservation Society’s Heritage Day, Poland Community Church UCC will hold its 40th Strawberry Festival on the grounds of The Inn at Poland Spring, Route 26, Poland. Come enjoy the delicious strawberry treats from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Many other local groups will offer activities, foods and awareness tables.

July 3: The Bridgton Public Library will hold its annual Spaghetti Feast from 5-7 p.m. at Stevens Brook Elementary School in downtown Bridgton. The menu includes spaghetti with meat and meatless sauce, fresh locally grown greens, bread, coffee, lemonade, sun tea, ice cream and lots of homemade desserts. Tickets are available at the door and cost $8 for adults, $4 for children 3-10. Children under 3 are free. Highchairs are available. The supper is held just before the Bridgton Community Band Concert and fireworks, which are also at the Stevens Brook School. All proceeds benefit the library programs.

July 9-Aug. 13: Standish: Vacation Bible School takes place Wednesday evenings from 6-7:45 p.m. beginning from July 9 to Aug. 13 at Standish Congregational Church, Oak Hill Road. Children in grades K-8 are welcome. A light supper is provided. For more information or to register, contact the church at 642-3386.

Sunday, July 13: Raymond Village Library Annual Book Sale kicks off from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This is a great opportunity to add that special book to your collection or to find an interesting novel to read at your convenience. The prices are low and the choices are great. The sale will continue through August.

July 18-19: Always the third weekend in July, this year’s 36th edition of Sebago Days event takes place from 5-10 p.m. on Friday, July 18, and Saturday, July 19, from noon-10 p.m. in the town of Sebago. Activities range from musical entertainment, food, a parade, fireworks, a fun run and even laser tag. Most events take place behind Sebago Elementary School near the intersection of routes 114 and 11. Check out Sebago Days on Facebook for more information.

ONGOING EVENTS

• All area men and women over 50, come every Wednesday to the Gray Town Hall, (second floor of the Henry Pennell Municipal Complex at 24 Main St.), from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Make new friends, and keep your minds young with Scrabble, Canasta, Mexican Train Dominoes, Pinochle, Rummicube, etc. Your favorite game not listed? Bring it with you. Occasional guest speakers on issues of interest to seniors. Coffee, tea and refreshments. Call Sherry at 310-3947 or Madelene at 657-7201 for more information.

• TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) Chapter 0092 Windham, where Real People have Real Weight Loss, invite you to join them at the North Windham Union Church, 723 Roosevelt Trail, Windham on Tuesday evenings at 5-5:50 p.m. with meetings starting at 6 p.m. Free to try. FMI call Sherry Jorgensen at 310-3947 or visit www.tops.org.

• American Legion bingo takes place every Tuesday night at the Windham Veterans Center, located behind Big Lots on Route 302 in Windham. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early Bird Game at 6:10 p.m. Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Pull tabs and WTA, hot food, cold drinks, other goodies. Sponsored by Standish Memorial Post 128. For more information, call 642-5583 or visit www.post128.org.

• Want to learn how to search the Internet? Set up an email account? Learn to use a Kindle or iPad? Download an ebook? Use Skype or Facebook? Spaulding Memorial Library in Sebago has two volunteers who are ready to sit with you one-on-one and help you with whatever technology you want to learn. Tony is available from 2-4 p.m. the first Sunday of every month. Scot can help on Wednesdays. Please call the library at 787-2321 for a free appointment. Leave a message with your name and number.

• The National Alliance on Mental Illness welcomes any family members or friends who find themselves needing support for dealing with someone challenged with a mental illness. Meetings take place at the Raymond Public Safety Building on Route 302 the first Monday of each month, from 7-8:30 p.m. FMI, Eileen at 655-4193.

• Al-anon meets every Thursday 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the Naples Methodist Church, on the Village Green. Newcomers welcome. FMI, call 693-4535.

• “The Writers” gather on the third Monday of each month at the Raymond Public Safety Building on Route 302, from 6-8 p.m. Authors of all types are invited to support one another, to listen and render opinions when asked, with respect and courtesy. If you are interested in joining, stop by or call Betty Libby at 655-9214.

• A free car seat check sponsored by Safe Kids Maine takes place the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Windham Fire-Rescue, 718 Roosevelt Trail (Route 302), North Windham. Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to provide free assistance with car seat installations and recall checks. FMI, 899-9461 or www.maineseatcheck.org.

• The Wings ‘N Things Clothes Closet of the Casco Village Church United Church of Christ (941 Meadow Road, Casco Village) invites you to come shopping. You won’t believe your eyes when you see all the beautiful new and gently used clothing, mostly name-brands, most $1 or less. Open Saturdays from noon-4 p.m. or by appointment. FMI, 627-4282.

• The Poland Springs Woodcarvers meet the first Friday and third Saturday of the month from 1-4 p.m. at the Ricker Memorial Library, 1211 Main St., Poland. If you are a woodcarver or just interested in woodcarving, please attend. All levels of carvers invited. Bring something for Show & Tell. FMI, contact Chuck Friis at 576-3811.