DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Football Boosters is having a drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, at the Poland Excelsior Grange, 446 Harris Hill Road. The cost is $8 per plate or $25 for a family of four. All proceeds go toward youth and community betterment projects in Minot, Mechanic Falls and Poland. — No name, Poland
ANSWER: I hope everyone who can will support the Boosters. These times are very challenging for all nonprofits. Monetary donations, donations-in-kind as well as volunteering and participating in community events as needed are all things we can do in our own little corner of the world. Follow safety guidelines and stay well!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would appreciate hearing anyone interested in a 2000 copper nickel through this great column. It’s larger than a normal nickel and a bit smaller than a quarter. Keep up all the great footwork you do for so many of us! — No name, no town
ANSWER: You may want to have your coin looked at by a professional. You can contact Republic Jewelry and Collectibles at 212 Center St. in Auburn (1-977-422-7979) or stop Saturday, Monday and Tuesday from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The shop is closed on Sundays.
Compass Coin & Jewelry at 185 Webster St. in Lewiston (240-9558) can also give you information about your coin. Please call ahead of your visit to schedule an appointment.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A few months ago you published locations where people could drop off their old glasses. Can you please put out that list again?
ANSWER: Most eye care centers have a bin where eye glasses can be donated. Merrill Memorial Library at 215 Main St. in Yarmouth does also. Readers, please let us know about other spots!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the reader looking for Ziploc pint-size bags (Feb. 1 Sun Spots), I like Glad brand and have been able to find them in assorted sizes, including a nifty “flex’nseal” style that stretches, in all stores that carry this type of product.
I agree with Ms. Sun Spots though. If you can find a reusable alternative for keeping your food fresh, that’s a much better way to go. I use Mason jars to store items in the refrigerator and freezer. I also wash and reuse any glass jars from pickles, spaghetti sauce, etc.
I’m retired so I’m not packing a lunch anymore, but there are so many great reusable choices now for packing sandwiches, etc. I don’t want to sound preachy, but the more plastic we can keep out of our environment the better! — Judi, no town
ANSWER: Thank you for all the tips! I also use Mason jars and other lidded glassware for storage. I’m also one of those people who will wash out and reuse a Ziploc bag if possible. If readers have other “save the environment” tips to share, I will gladly include them here in Sun Spots!
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