Meatballs for all

On Saturday, Nov. 19, the Knights of Columbus will hold an Italian dinner at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Route 302 in Windham from 5-6 p.m. The menu includes antipasto, homemade meatballs and marinara sauce, pasta, garlic rolls, beverages and a dessert buffet. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Meals will be available to go. Tickets are availale at the door until sold out. Proceeds of this supper will be used to support Wreaths Across America.

‘Nutcracker’ features local dancers

Windham residents Kaylee Calvert, Emma Davis, Glenn Davis (Cavalier), Amelia Greslick, Juliette Lauzier (Frau Stahlbaum), Hanna Miele, Isabelle Stoll, Naia Varney and Reece Wilson are among the dancers performing in Maine State Ballet’s 40th anniversary production of “The Nutcracker,” at Portland’s Merrill Auditorium Friday, Nov. 25, through Sunday, Dec. 4. Tickets are on sale through Porttix at 842-0800, or tickets.porttix.com, or at the Merrill Auditorium box office, noon-6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Tickets are priced at $21-66, and discounts are available for groups, seniors and children.

Bean supper

The American Legion Field-Allen Post 148 will hold a baked bean supper at the Windham Veterans Center on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu includes a variety of beans, hot dogs, salads and casseroles and homemade pie and desserts.  The cost is $8 for adults and free for those under age 12. Proceeds to be used for Post programs in the community.

Community Thanksgiving dinner

Food and Fellowship Inc. is offering its annual Monday Meal Thanksgiving Dinner free to the community at 5:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 21, at the North Windham Union Church. Questions? Call 415-9742 or 892-9212. There is no charge and everyone is welcome.

Thanks, neighbors

Windham Neighbors Helping Neighbors thanks Ron and Mertie Porter and Claire Cressey for their recent generous donations to WNHN’s fuel fund. Donations such as this assure a warm winter for all Windham residents. Visit the website for more information.

Mowgli and Baloo

On Wednesday, Nov. 23, “The Jungle Book” will be shown, free of charge, at Windham Public Library from 1-2:25 p.m. This film features Mowgli, a human boy adopted by a pack of wolves and living in the deepest jungle. The appearance of a villainous tiger forces Mowgli’s panther guardian to shepherd the child to safety in the “man village.” Along the way, the boy meets an affable, lazy bear named Baloo. The movie stars the voices of Ben Kingsley, Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson and Christopher Walken. Snacks will be provided. No RSVP needed. For more details, call Sally at 892-1908.

Cancer support group

Windham Cancer Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28, at the Windham Public Library meeting room. This is an informal group of and for folks whose lives have been touched by cancer.

Stagecoach history

On Monday, Nov. 28, Terry Christy, a former Windham High School history teacher, will present a program about stagecoaches at 7 p.m. at the Windham Historical Society, 234 Windham Center Road. Come learn about a former mode of transportation and the routes used. Refreshments will be available. A $5 donation is suggested.

Senior bus Monday

The Wednesday morning senior “shopping” bus for senior citizens will switch days during Thanksgiving week and will be available on Monday morning, Nov. 21, instead of Wednesday, Nov. 23.

Meals on Wheels needs help

Volunteers are needed at Unity Gardens senior housing, Route 115, on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays to assemble Meals on Wheels meals for delivery. This is a 1- to 1½-hour task. Delivery drivers are also needed. Mileage is paid. If interested or for more information, call Virginia or Andi at 892.3891.

Toy Workshop/Christmas Dinner signup

The Windham Food Pantry will take signups for the Windham Toy Workshop and Christmas Dinner through Dec. 1. This is for Windham residents only. Signups cannot be done by phone, and proof of residency is required. The food pantry is the building next door to the Public Safety building and across the street from the Friends Meeting House on Route 202. To sign up, visit the Windham Food Pantry Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to fill out an application.

At the Library

Monday, Nov. 21, 10:30-11 a.m., Story Time

Tuesday, Nov. 22, 10:15-10:35 a.m., Books & Babies; 1-3 p.m., Knitters ‘n More

Wednesday, Nov. 23, 1-2:25 p.m., Movie Time: “The Jungle Book” (2016, PG, 105 min.; 5 p.m., Library closing early.

Thursday, Nov. 24-27, Library closed for Thanksgiving weekend

For more info about any of these or other events at the library, contact the library 892-1908 or go to www.windham.lib.me.us/calendar.

Catered meal for seniors

A catered pot roast dinner will be served at Unity Gardens on Route 115 on Thursday, Dec. 8, at noon. If you or someone you know is 60 or over, this delicious meal is available for $5. Bob Gendreau will provide music following the luncheon, by Bob Gendreau. If you are interested, call 892-3891 and make your reservation. You might see a neighbor or friend or meet someone new.

Artisan Fair & Silent Auction

On Thursday, Dec. 8, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., the 2016 Bid of Christmas Artisan Fair & Silent Auction will be held at Windham Weaponry, 999 Roosevelt Trail. The Sebago Lakes Chamber of Commerce is looking for artisans/retailers to sell items/gifts. Reserved spaces by Dec. 8. The chamber is also seeking donations for the event. Contact Robin Mullins, robin@sebagolakeschamber.com for more information.

The Windham Historical Society has elected new officers: Susan Simonson, secretary; Linda Lunt, treasurer; Linda Griffin, vice president; and Jim Hanscom, president. The historical society meets on at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at its museum on Windham Center Road. The monthly gathering features a program and a business meeting For more information, call 892-1433 or visit  www.windhamhistorical.org.