Let it be said we take nothing for granted at the moment, but, wrote Val Robertson, “we think it will really happen!”

Robertson is referring to the oft-postponed American Jamboree to benefit renovation of the Milo Cultural Art Center and the nonprofit Milo area animal shelter, PAWS, that is now scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m., Saturday, March 29, in the Milo Town Hall’s Winger Auditorium.

The event begins with supper items available at 5 p.m. for which the fee is a donation, as is admission to the concert.

Ronnie Knowles, “along with his troupe of talented musicians” is the featured act.

“If you have never been to one of their shows,” Robertson wrote, “this is your chance to participate in a rousing, heart-warming tribute to America and the music you grew up on. Country, gospel, rockabilly and Maine classics are performed, and not a toe in the place can keep still!”

If you want to dance, an “area will be available as the classic oldies get you out of your seat,” Robertson promises.

The evening includes a 50-50 drawing, desserts and beverages.

“What started out as a simple bake sale to raise money for the Heating and Warmth Fund has turned into a blowout benefit bash,” thanks to the participation of several local businesses, wrote Ellen Hathaway of Washington Hancock Community Agency in Ellsworth.

Eddie Pollack of Town Auto Sales will be host for the Benefit Bash, with doors opening at 9 a.m. for a preview of items and the auction beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 29, at Town Auto Sales on High Street in Ellsworth.

Hathaway reports that Pollack has received donations of auction items from Friend & Friend, Jordan’s Snack Bar, No Frills Oil and many others.

The fundraiser also includes a bake sale of homemade pastries and cakes.

Proceeds benefit WHCA’s THAW fund to help provide heating assistance to those in need.

For more information about this event, call Pollack at 667-9511.

Noah’s Ark Animal Workshop crew member Gail Ross of Holden and the American Diabetes Association invite you to a Stuff-N-Fluff Bunny Bash 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 29, at Dino’s Pizza in the Brewer Shopping Plaza on North Main Street.

The cost is $20. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are suggested and can be made by calling Ross at 299-7193.

During this event to benefit ADA, you will make your own stuffed animal and enjoy snacks, beverages and other Bunny Bash activities.

Hermon Arts Boosters invites you to a benefit concert featuring the Blue Hill steel drum band Flash in the Pans from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Morgan Hill Event Center on Route 2 in Hermon.

Tickets will be available at the door; admission is $15 for families, $6 for people over 12, $4 for 12 and under.

Cheryl Olson e-mailed that the event benefits a steel pan band in Hermon and reports “there will be plenty of room for dancing,” and you will be able to purchase refreshments.

Mary Jo Brink e-mailed that a Regional French Cuisine and Wine Pairing Evening is Tuesday, April 1, at Hartstone Inn, 41 Elm St., Camden.

The all-inclusive cost is $100 per person.

The menu ranges from seafood to duck and beef, and each course will be accompanied by a French regional wine.

All proceeds benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

For reservations, call 236-4259.

Maine Discovery Museum and Community Health and Counseling Services have joined forces to offer children ages 8 to 11 and their grandparents the opportunity to participate in Family Arts Nights.

Children and one or more grandparents are invited to visit the museum from 6 to 8 p.m. on three Wednesdays, April 2, 9 16, at MDM on Main Street in Bangor.

There you will find Arrah Vanier, chairman of the Hermon High School art department and 2004 Maine Art Teacher of the Year, ready to help each of you create artwork to be displayed this spring at the museum.

The program is free, thanks to the support of the Holt Family Fund of the Maine Community Foundation, Northeast Cardiology Association and the Wing-Benjamin Trust.

Space is limited, so call 262-7200 for more information or to preregister for this Family Art Night program.

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