DEAR SUN SPOTS: When all else fails, turn to Sun Spots. Thank you for what you do.

We are looking for someone who would be interested in video recording our fishing derby on Feb. 4. Our thought was to recruit a student who is interested in this field.

Our intention is to use this video for marketing purposes to raise money for Healthy Smiles for ME, a nonprofit organization that helps Maine children receive dental care.

We looked into hiring a professional but, unfortunately, are unable to afford the cost. This would be a great community service project for a high school or even college student.

Last year we submitted a request to your readers for gently used ice fishing equipment, and the response was incredible. Thank you! Please call or email me. — Cindy, 754-1176, healthysmiles4me@gmail.com

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In response to the Dec. 12 request from a senior looking for someone to do snowblowing with her snowblower, Dean Hinkley (375-6163) is the person to call. He is hardworking, helpful and handy, and also willing to do plowing, mowing, yardwork and minor repairs. He is honest and most helpful. — E.W., Litchfield

ANSWER: That is quite the testimonial! Thank you for writing.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost my meme more than 40 years ago. She used to make the best French meat pies and old-fashioned rice and bread pudding.

Is anyone old enough to remember how to make any or all of them? I’d be so grateful if someone would give me those recipes. Thank you one and all. — Anita, Lewiston

ANSWER: The Sun Journal has had recipes for tourtiere in the newspaper in the past and there are many recipes available online for both, but Sun Spots is sure that her readers will want to offer their favorites.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know of anyone who would like to receive magazines every month? I have subscriptions to several magazines ranging from fashion to homemaking and People that I would like to donate each month.

In our previous town the library took them and sold them for 25 cents each to raise money for library projects. Any assistance you can provide would be most welcome. — Laurie McGilvery, ljmcg32@roadrunner.com

ANSWER: Sun Spots doesn’t know of anyone, but she is sure someone will respond to your kind offer.

NOTE TO READERS: Usually Sun Spots has so many letters she can’t keep up, but mail always slows down around the holidays, and right now Sun Spots’ cupboard is pretty bare. If you have a question, now is a good time to ask it! Send a letter to the address below or, faster yet, email sunspots@sunjournal.com. 

This column is for you, our readers. It is for your questions and comments. There are only two rules: You must write to the column and sign your name (we won’t use it if you ask us not to). Please include your phone number. Letters will not be returned or answered by mail, and telephone calls will not be accepted. Your letters will appear as quickly as space allows. Address them to Sun Spots, P.O. Box 4400, Lewiston, ME 04243-4400. Inquiries can also be e-mailed to sunspots@sunjournal.com.

Copy the Story Link