FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farminton Writers Guild and the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Program will feature author Justin Tussing as the next author in its 2011-12 Visiting Writers Series.

CLINTON — A free five-week series of parenting classes, Guiding Good Choices, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. starting Thursday, March 15, at Clinton Elementary School. This is a evidence-based class for the parents/guardians of children ages 9-14.

CHINA — The Erskine Academy Guidance Department invites sophomore and junior students and their parents to a presentation of educational opportunities at 6 p.m. Thursday, in the cafeteria.

OAKLAND — Messalonskee High School will presenting a program featuring immigrants in Maine. The experiences and cultures of immigrants from African and Middle Eastern countries will be explored through personal stories, the arts, food and books.

WINSLOW — Application packets for Winslow Elementary School’s four-year-old program can be picked up at the school office 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday.

WATERVILLE — The Rev. Bob Vaillancourt recently announced Lenten Retreat at Notre Dame Church, 70 Pleasant St.

WATERVILLE — The Battle of the Badges benefit basketball game has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Alfond Youth Center. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Local police and firefighters will compete in the fourth annual benefit basketball game.

MADISON — Kindergarten registration and screening will be Wednesday, April 11, and Thursday, April 12, at the Madison Elementary School. Madison children, who will be five years old on or before Oct. 15, will be registered and screened by appointment only. Call Madison Elementary School at 696-4607 for an appointment.