DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Tuesday, July 12, a red truck with an attached trailer containing power equipment passed our house on Sunset Street, headed to South Avenue in Lewiston. After hitting a bump, a parts and operational manual, and a small part for a Craftsman wheeled weed trimmer fell out. This has been placed by the side of the street hanging on a reflector in a plastic bag.  If it is yours, please swing by and pick it up. — Pat, Lewiston

ANSWER: Writing to Sun Spots is an excellent way to be sure all bases are covered for things lost and found. Let us know if the owner of these items is found.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you have items to donate to the Woman’s Literary Union Garage Sale? Your past generosity has helped restore the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn. It will be held Saturday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. To donate, please call me at 795-6134 or email at kathylawrence.maine@gmail.com. – Kathy, no town.

ANSWER: The Woman’s Literary Union of Androscoggin County is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization. For more information, go to  womansliteraryunion.org.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a public supper Tuesday, July 26, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the North Waterford Congregational Church on Route 35 across from Melby’s Market in North Waterford.

Baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, beverages and strawberry shortcake will be served buffet-style and takeout will be available. The cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 12 and under. The money will benefit the church’s general fund. Please contact Milly Millett at 583-2822 for more information. — Milly, no town

ANSWER: I hope folks take advantage of a chance to get out and contribute to a good cause.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: My dining room chairs need reupholstering, but I can’t find anyone. Can you help? Your Rolodex seems to have no end of information. — Charlene, no town

ANSWER: I have Comfy Cushion Upholstery by Donna at 212-6195 or thecomfycushionupholstery@gmail.com and Doreen Gendron at Unique Designs (754-0048 and https://www.facebook.com/UniqueDesignsDesigner

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was at Hannaford supermarket July 7 picking up some groceries and as I approached the cashier, the gentleman in front of me (who was a Vietnam veteran) told the cashier to include my groceries with his as well as the lady behind me.

In a state of shock I told him he didn’t have to do that, but he insisted. I thanked him so much for his kindness. Nothing like this has ever happened to me. I got in my car and cried thinking, “What a wonderful man. Thank you again, sir, from the bottom of my heart. God will bless you for your kindness, and I thank you for your service. There are still wonderful people in this world and I wish him the best. — Doris, no town

ANSWER: Thank you for sharing your story, Doris. By doing so, not only do you honor the person who made your day, but your story also may encourage and inspire others to share a random act of kindness with another human being. Yes, let’s stay positive and do more of that!

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 emailed to sunspots@sunjournal.com.

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