DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last week (July 17 Sun Spots), I inquired about a used stainless kitchen sink. I had about a half-dozen calls and messages.

A wonderful lady from Jay was so kind and offered a sink from a kitchen remodel. It’s in great shape and much nicer than I expected. It’s just perfect. Thank you, Debbie from Jay, and to all the other folks who got back to me. You’re a great help, Sun Spots! —No name, no town

ANSWER: You just made my heart sing! You were obviously meant to have that sink so you could finish your outdoor garden project for your wife.

This is just a small example of what the universe does for you when you simply ask for what you need.

We all know that Sun Spots Land is a special place filled with kind, helpful people. Let’s all keep a good thing going on!

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Lewiston Public Schools Nutrition Program would like to post the attached notification for At-Risk Sites, Emergency Shelters and Day Care Homes that participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), School Breakfast Program (SBP), Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), and USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).

Locations in Lewiston include Montello Elementary School, 405 East Ave., phone: 795-4150; Thomas J. McMahon Elementary School, 151 North Temple St., phone: 795-4130; Lewiston Middle School, 75 Central Ave., phone: 795-4180; Lewiston High School, 156 East Ave., phone: 795-4190; Raymond V. Geiger Elementary School, 601 College St., phone: 795-4160; Farwell Elementary School, 84 Farwell St., phone: 795-4110; and Robert V. Connors Elementary School, 400 Bartlett St., phone: 795-4130.

Meals are available at no separate charge to all children. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. The Maine Human Rights Act prohibits discrimination because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, religion, ancestry, or national origin. For more information, contact the above identified institution. — No name, Lewiston

ANSWER: I appreciate all that goes into making this program available year after year. If you need more information, please contact Lewiston Public Schools Nutrition Program at 795-4106.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hoping you or your readers can help me find the Deering Ice Cream Shop recipe for their delicious house dressing that they served from 1970-1973. At that time Deering’s was located next to King’s Department Store in Auburn.

Thank you for the work you put into your column for us. — Vick, Leeds

ANSWER: I’m stumped but perhaps a Sun Spotter will have the recipe on a scrap of paper somewhere.

When I went to Deering’s back in the day, I skipped the salad and went for the cheeseburger and fries, followed by a Dusty Road Sundae (coffee ice cream with hot fudge and malt powder)!

For the dressing, my best guess is to whisk together 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon  black pepper. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste.

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