DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church, UCC, the “Green Church,” at 163 Main St. will serve a public roast turkey dinner at 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12.
The menu includes a traditional roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings and homemade pie for dessert for $12 per plate. The dining room is handicap- accessible using the elevator entrance on Mitchell Street. Takeout meals will be available until 5:30 p.m. Please call 364-8603 to order and for more information. — Carol, Mexico
ANSWER: That sounds delicious. These dinners involve so much work but the sense of community is so wonderful and needed now more than ever. I hope it’s a great success!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Back by popular demand, the Fairbanks Union Church at 583 Fairbanks Road in Farmington is offering the Christmas Decorations Sale again.
The event will be Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 pm. There will be three rooms full of Christmas items. There will be a table of new and gently used items for gifting as well. We will gladly accept donations. For more information call Elena at 778-4349 or Celia at 778-2420. Proceeds will benefit the deacons’ mission and outreach fund.
Thank you for helping us spread the word. — Cindy, Farmington
ANSWER: Attending this fair will certainly put everyone in the spirit!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United Methodist Church of Auburn is holding a Fall Fair on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn.
Items include toys, books, white elephant items, crafts, takeout meals of mac and cheese, China pie, sweet and sour chicken, homemade bread, homemade pies and more. For additional information, please contact the church at 782-3972. — George, no town
ANSWER: All those food items sound yummy! What a great opportunity to stock your fridge with little effort. Here’s to a wonderful day for all!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I just wanted to let you know Excelsior Grange No. 5 made $385 last night on the bean supper and the Poland Busy Bees made $385. Everyone said it was because of your great headline and write-up in the paper! Bless you! People asked when the next supper would be. I think the pandemic and the economy have left people wanting company and homemade value. Blessings to you all. — No name, no town
ANSWER: I’m always curious about how things go with these fundraisers. I’m so glad you felt that it was worthwhile, and I agree, people need to have events like this that they can count on during these very challenging times.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I see that you asked if anyone has a recipe for creton. I have one that my husband has always enjoyed.
Creton: Place 2 pounds ground pork, 1 large finely chopped onion, 1/2 teaspoon allspice, and salt and pepper to taste in a saucepan. Add a small amount of water and cover. Cook over medium heat to start then lower heat. Cook for two hours, stirring often. — Doris, no town
ANSWER: That sounds easy—thank you!
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