AUGUSTA — Abreal Whitman, 12, of Augusta, will perform at Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras’ Repertory Orchestra 56th season opening concert on Sunday, Oct. 13, at Symphony Hall.

FARMINGTON — Members of the Farmington Fire Rescue Department will host an open house from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Participants can learn about fire prevention, tour the station and pick up helpful materials to guide them and their families on fire prevention.

WATERVILLE — The Center for Wildlife Health Research recently received grants from the Sewall Foundation and Maine Community Foundation to support low-cost spay/neuter in Waterville and the Hancock County region this fall.

WATERVILLE — The Maine Children’s Home for Little Wanderers will host a Ragtime concert with Sue Schmitt to benefit The Children’s Place early care and education program at 7 p.m. Saturday at Given Auditorium at Colby College.

CARRABASSETT VALLEY — A a fall feast barbecue is planned for 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday at Poplar Falls Hut at Maine Huts & Trailson. The barbecue will feature outdoor activities.

BENTON — Two public hearings are scheduled at 6 p.m. Monday at the Town Office. The purpose of the first hearing is to accept comments on a proposed road opening ordinance.

PITTSFIELD — Sebasticook Valley Hospital will hold a drive-thru flu shot clinic from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Bud’s Shop ‘n Save on Somerset Avenue. Adults can receive their seasonal flu shots from the warmth and comfort of their vehicles.