DEAR SUN SPOTS: I wanted to reach out to let you know about an exciting upcoming event that might be of interest to your readers. The Great Falls Model Railroad Club will be hosting our annual ExTRAINaganza, a seasonal fundraiser, at 144 Mill St. in Auburn on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23, 24, and on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Nov. 29, 30, and Dec.1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This event celebrates the joy of model railroading while supporting the club’s efforts in promoting this beloved hobby. Our clubhouse will be transformed into a beautiful winter wonderland, offering a festive atmosphere for visitors of all ages.

In addition to showcasing our stunning model train layouts, we’ll have activities specifically for children, including the opportunity to step into the role of a guest engineer and run a train themselves on our layout! It’s a wonderful way to spark the imaginations of young visitors and introduce them to the fun of model railroading.

Your support in spreading the word about ExTRAINaganza helps us continue our mission of preserving and sharing the model railroading hobby with the community. We hope to see you there! — Bryn, no town

ANSWER: I was introduced to model railroading at a young age through a friend’s older brother and loved helping him build, paint, and place the scenery. I’m still intrigued by the hobby. Find out more information at http://www.greatfallsmodelrrclub.org/ and see what’s in store for ExTRAINaganza.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The First Congregational Church of South Paris at 17 E. Main St., is holding their annual Christmas Fair on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Popovers will be served from 9 to 10 a.m.

Our food tables are filled with great baked goods, including cookies, pies, breads, etc., plus other interesting homemade items. The cheese wheel is waiting to be sliced and the cookies are boxed and bagged.

Wreaths and Christmas baskets will be ready, plus our crafts table will be filled with many new items especially made for the fair. There will be items specially designed and priced for kids, a jewelry table for children to shop for the special women in their lives including moms, grandmothers, teachers, etc. The jewelry is all boxed and ready for wrapping. Adults will pay the marked price.

From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., enjoy a cup of fish chowder or chicken soup with dessert included.

Last year our wreaths sold out, so get here early. We hope that you will join us and bring your children to enjoy shopping at our Christmas Fair — Susan, no town

ANSWER: This all sounds wonderful, and who can resist a popover or two?!

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