Everyone associated with the University of Maine Center on Aging in Orono and Eastern Agency on Aging in Bangor is excited about “A Celebration of Generations,” a gala fund-raiser for programs of those two agencies.

I know that because Carol Higgins of EAA called me several weeks ago to make sure I was aware that this third annual event features not only the live music of the Moon Puppies, but also showcases the talents of the Zoot Suit Revue dance team.

“Celebration of Generations” is 8-11:30 p.m. Saturday, May 8, at the Bangor Elks Club on Odlin Road.

Tickets are $15 per couple, $10 for individuals, and can be purchased at the door.

As band members take their breaks, attendees will enjoy colorful, period-costumed dances that span generations, as demonstrated by members of the Revue, who volunteer their time to help raise funds for other nonprofit organizations.

The Zoot Suit Revue was formed five years ago by Back Door Dance Studio owners Chuck and Sue McKay of Eddington and, in fact, is a perfect example of “A Celebration of Generations” since the dancers range from students to older adults.

Proceeds from the dance will benefit MCA and EAA programs and activities for older adults. The dance also is a way to celebrate May as Older Americans Month.

More information on this event, or the organizations, is available by calling 581-3444 or 941-2865, or by visiting www.umaine.edu/mainecenteronaging or www.eaaa.org.

President Joyce Given and members of the Millinocket Regional Hospital Auxiliary invite you to the annual Spring Fashion Show and Basket Auction at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 5, at St. Martin’s Parish Center in Millinocket.

Tickets are $5 and are available in advance from Auxiliary members, or at the door.

Models will wear fashions from Gracie’s Aunt’s Closet Resale Boutique, Miller’s Discount, New England Outdoor Center and Pretty Woman.

Baskets made by local artists, and filled with goodies, will be auctioned during the show.

All proceeds benefit the auxiliary’s projects and scholarships.

Tanya Pasquarelli writes that, “after months of construction,” Stepping Stones is hosting an open house noon-5 p.m. Friday, May 7, at 2 High St. in Houlton.

The public is invited to attend and tour “our newly renovated Child Residential Facility, Transitional Living Apartments and Youth Drop-In Center,” she added.

You will also have an opportunity to meet the staff and learn about the goals and objectives of Stepping Stones, a residential and transitional living program of Maine Adoption Placement Service and formerly known as My Choice.

Refreshments will be served.

While I have the attention of readers from The County, Skip Chappelle of Operation Community Support wants you to know the group has free tickets to the Anah Temple Shrine Circus for direct dependents of deployed soldiers and recently returned deployed soldiers and their direct dependents.

The tickets are available for the 3 p.m. performance Friday, May 7, at the Presque Isle Forum. Dependents can call their Family Assistance Centers at (888) 365-9287 for tickets.

For more information about OCS, call 941-9549.

Veazie Salmon Club vice president Jeff LaBree of Old Town and fellow members invite you to the annual breakfast 5:30 a.m.-9 a.m. Saturday, May 8, at the club, overlooking the Penobscot River in Veazie.

Admission is $5 per person.

Area golf enthusiasts who would love to play the famous Samoset Resort course in Rockport have a wonderful opportunity do so and an opportunity to help a worthy cause at the same time.

The third annual Law Enforcement Golf Tournament begins with registration at noon and golf at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 22, at the course.

The entry fee is $85 in advance, or $95 the day of the event. The fee includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, food and prizes. This year’s event benefits local D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) programs.

For more information, call Officer Tim Hoppe at the Thomaston Police Department, 354-2511; Officer Russell Thompson at the Rockland Police Department, 594-0316; or Samoset golf pro Chris Christy at the Samoset Pro Shop, 593-1582.

If you’ve never played this course before, don’t miss this opportunity. I can assure you, you’re in for a great treat!

Joni Averill, Bangor Daily News, P.O. Box 1329, Bangor 04402; 990-8288.