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Presenting sponsor — Sun Journal: This award-winning newspaper has been providing local news and charitable sponsorships in its community for nearly 150 years. This family-owned business is part of the Sun Media Group, an organization which includes several well-known weekly newspapers and their websites as well. Also part of the organization are a commercial printing branch, an employment resource, and a provider of publishing content for print, web, and more. Start your own subscription or manage your account here: www.sunjournal.com/subscribe-to-the-sun-journal/. 

Grocery sponsor — Hannaford Supermarkets: Based in Scarborough, Maine, the chain operates over 180 stores and employs more than 27,000 associates in Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont. The stores offer good prices and value; top-quality fresh foods supported by daily deliveries; and friendly, efficient service. Hannaford’s commitment to local communities and businesses is a part of who they are. Produce and many great products in the stores come from neighborhood farms and businesses as part of their Close to Home program. 

Appliance sponsor — Agren Appliance and Television: Since 1975, Agren Appliance has been serving Maine communities with excellent products and service. There are five locations across southern and central Maine offering sales, service, delivery and installation services for appliances, television, furniture and bedding. They carry brands like Sub Zero, Viking, Dacor, Whirlpool, Maytag, GE, Frigidaire, Sony, Samsung, LG, Serta, Tempur-Pedic, Ashley and many more. As Maine’s largest, independently owned appliance retailer, Agren Appliance offers incredibly competitive pricing, as well as Maine’s largest fleet of appliance service professionals. Find them online at www.agrenappliance.com or on Facebook by searching for Agren Appliance and Television.

Florist sponsor — Roak the Florist: Often called Roaks, this florist shop was established in 1874 as the George M. Roak Company. It has operated from several local locations over the years but now calls 793 Main Street in Lewiston its home. Roak the Florist has always been a family-operated company. The Roaks were and still are a well-known family in the Twin Cities. Phil and Helen Roak ran the company for over 30 years with the help of Byron Adams and Harry Small. The company changed hands in the mid 1970s when Dick Small was at the helm, for almost 30 years. Today, Michael Small and his wife, Elizabeth Berry-Small, are the owners. In 2006, Mike and Elizabeth moved the company from Center Street in Auburn to Main Street in Lewiston where they brought their gift shop and floral design experience. Roak the Florist also does interior plant maintenance at many local businesses. Visit the store in person or online at www.roaktheflorist.com or www.facebook.com/roaktheflorist; or call 207-784-4061.

Stage kitchen sponsor — Hammond Lumber: A family-owned, Maine business established in 1953, with multiple locations in Maine including Auburn, Bangor, Belgrade, Boothbay Harbor, Brunswick, Damariscotta, Fairfield, Farmington, Greenville, Pemaquid, Portland, and Skowhegan. Hammond Lumber Company is committed to public service and to making a contribution to the local and regional communities that have supported us over the years. We’ve developed many enduring relationships over the years and the people of Maine are part of our history and continued success. Accordingly, we make every effort to contribute in ways that are most beneficial to the community at large. For more information about Hammond Lumber, visit www.hammondlumber.com for the location of a store near you.

Furniture sponsor — Everything Warehouse: Located at 12 Westminster St., Lewiston, this surplus and salvage store sells store returns, new and used office furniture, flooring, all BJ’s wholesale overstocks and returns, material handling (pallet racking, light duty shelving), and everything else you can imagine. Open seven days a week.

Cooks Who Care food drive sponsor — L & S Windows: Family owned and operated, this business is located at 884 Lisbon St., Lewiston. The company has 25-years experience, is fully insured and its products include windows, roofing, siding, decking, railing, and interior/exterior home improvements. Free in-home estimates are offered. They can be reached by phone at 1-866-989-9155 or local 207-783-9200 or email [email protected].

Ticket sponsor — Center Street Dental: Dr. Rosemarie Sheline, Dr. James P. Dunn and the rest of the Center Street Dental staff strive to provide the most advanced and gentle dental care possible. You can learn more about the dentists, hygienists, and staff by visiting their website at www.centerstreetdental.net/. They offer a wide variety of general and cosmetic dental services including checkups and cleanings, implants and dentures, porcelain veneers, root canals, extractions, and general restorative work. Emergencies are seen the same day and most insurances are accepted. Center Street Dental is located at 26 Cross St., Auburn. Phone 207-784-2211. 

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