DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Minot United Methodist Church at 142 Minot Ave. in Auburn is hosting a buffet-style bean supper Saturday from 5-6 p.m. The menu is beans, brown bread, casseroles and desserts. The donation is $8 for adults and teens; free for children under 12. — Kelly, Minot

ANSWER: Here in Maine, bean suppers and Saturday nights go together. It’s tradition!

DEAR SUNSPOTS: I’m writing regarding Joan’s question about balancing her checkbook (Feb. 27 Sun Spots). SeniorsPlus has a Money Minders program available to older adults.

 This is a free, confidential service that utilizes the talents of our volunteers to help seniors figure out a budget, write checks to pay bills (but not signing the checks), and balancing a checkbook. These volunteers have background checks and go through a training process. For more information, call SeniorsPlus at 794-4010 to speak to the Money Minders coordinator. — Dana, Lewiston

ANSWER: SeniorsPlus (https://seniorsplus.org/) is based in Lewiston with satellite offices in Norway and Wilton. It  provides an amazing array of helpful services to our area seniors and has a wealth of information as well as access to dozens of resources at their fingertips.

I can’t emphasize this enough — if you’re searching for answers regarding  health care, managing your finances, looking for companionship, exercise programs, nutrition, and much more, call and see what they’re all about.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Recreation Age Friendly Program at 65 Central Ave. is a program serving the 50+ population in Lewiston and surrounding areas. We offer a variety of activities with varying prices from free Alzheimer’s seminars to self-defense classes/Tai Chi at $11/12 per session.

Email us for your free electronic version of our schedule of activities at scote@lewistonmaine.com or call us for assistance at 513-3059. — Stephanie, no town

ANSWER: Seniors can be a “Perks” member ($10 for Lewiston residents and $15 for nonresidents), which will translate to savings when registering for activities. https://lewistonme.myrec.com/info/activities/default.aspx?type=activities

You can also become a member of the Lewiston Senior Citizens ($15 annually) and check out the activities that include day trips, lunches, games, and more at https://www.lewistonmaine.gov/222/Programs-Activities-and-Trips .

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I recently moved back to Maine after living in Virginia for 20 years. I went to quilt shops there and had a place to have my sewing machine serviced.

I started looking for both here, and so far, I have not found any quilt shops nearby. However, I have found a great place to have my sewing machine serviced and repaired.“Carolann’s Sewing Machine Repair is at 662 Brighton Hill Road in Minot (312-1424).

The technicians are knowledgeable about all brands of sewing machines. I got my machine back in two weeks as promised. The customer service was above and beyond the norm. If you have a sewing machine that needs a good cleaning, repair or any service at all, don’t hesitate to call and make an appointment. They also sharpen scissors. — Jacqueline, Lewiston

ANSWER: I often mention Carolann’s and have them in the Rolodex. It’s so important to support our local businesses.

Readers, tell us where your favorite quilt shops are. So many of them have closed — so sad!

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