DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to warn fellow readers about a text scam. I almost got caught up in this recently but thankfully realized what was going on and blocked them.

I had joined a women’s meet-up group this past spring and have been receiving texts and calls from new friends so my guard was down when a text came from a number I didn’t recognize. The text said, “Hi Gina, are you coming to Dottie’s for dinner tomorrow? Do you need a ride?”

I know someone named Gina so I really thought nothing of it. I wrote back, “Sounds fun but you have the wrong number.”

The person replied, “Oh, I’m sorry! I hope I didn’t disturb you. Have a wonderful weekend!”

I wrote, “No worries. Enjoy the dinner and your friends.”

After about half an hour, I received another text from this number: “You are so kind. I’m Julie. I just turned 37. It’s so beautiful here where I live. The scenery is gorgeous. What’s your name?”

This seemed weird to me…I did a reverse search on Google and the only information I found was that it was a Pasadena, CA area code. I blocked it, called my son, and he advised that I report it to the Federal Trade Commission and to my phone carrier just in case. It was very easy to do online. I also changed my social media and financial institution passwords as a precautionary measure — not how I was planning on spending my Saturday evening but I didn’t want to take a chance.

Please be careful out there, everyone! If someone texts or calls you and you don’t recognize the number, don’t engage. Just block it and move along. — No name, no town

ANSWER: I’m glad you shared this information with your son and took some steps to protect yourself. You’re right, there is a text scam where the perpetrator will apologize for texting the wrong number then attempt to befriend you. Before you know it, they’ve hijacked your information and will attempt to steal your money, your passwords, and your identity. Be safe!

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Spring Preservation Society Sunset Concert Series is happening every Monday at 6:30 p.m. through Aug. 26. Admission is $5 per person. In the event of inclement weather, the performances will be in the dining room of the Poland Spring Inn.

Hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, and snacks will be available.

Please see our website at polandspringps.org under the Events tab for more information. — Stan, no town

ANSWER: I’ve been told that this concert series is not to be missed. I hope to see you there!

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Historical Society Museum is open every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. throughout the summer. The museum is in the former Poland Corner Schoolhouse beside the Poland Town Hall.

Feel free to stop in and explore our collection of Poland history. Society members will be there to answer questions and accept any Poland memorabilia you may care to donate. — David, Auburn

ANSWER: This sounds like a great opportunity to explore a bit of town history and if you have appropriate historical items to share with your Poland community, this is a wonderful way to showcase them.

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