DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m a retiree who would like to learn how to play the piano. I was just wondering if there were programs either at the local colleges or in groups or elsewhere that would help me to learn to play the piano. I can be contacted at 795-6791. Thank you! — Bernie, no town

ANSWER: I need your help with this one, dear readers! If you know of someone who can set Bernie up with lessons, please share the information. 

Bernie, check with your local adult education classes and with music departments at colleges. In the past, I’ve known of college students who are mentoring those folks who want to learn piano and other musical instruments. Let us know what happens!  

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Leavitt Institute’s Class of 1963 will be celebrating their 63rd year reunion at Dale Talbot’s in Turner Center on July 26. For more information, contact me at 946-5579.

Ms. Sun Spots, thank you for being our valued supporter! — Marion, Greene

ANSWER: The Class of 1963 celebrating its 63rd year — that is very special! I’ll give you all a few reminders before the big day, and if there is more information to share about this big event, I’ll certainly help you out! 

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Current needs at the Drop-in Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn include blankets, reader glasses (all strengths), men’s gloves, men’s and women’s socks, men’s and women’s winter footwear, men’s pants in sizes 28, 30, 32 and 34. — N0 name, Auburn

ANSWER: Yes, it’s been very cold out and we need to do what we can to provide folks with warm clothing. I really appreciate the faith and work ethic that the volunteers at the Drop-in Center exhibit as they help our unhoused community members who are in need. Thank you for all you do every day and I am always happy to support you by getting the word out to our readers. 

The Drop-in Center is a low-barrier resource center welcoming their unhoused neighbors. A light breakfast and full lunch are served within the hours above and toiletries, clothing, food, shower time, and survival gear are available for guests.

Volunteers provide all services. The surrounding communities support the program through donations of many kinds and those involved strive to build a safe community that welcomes everyone. 

Items can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The door for donations is on the left side of the building near the back by the ramp.

For more information, go to the organization’s Facebook page at https://tinyurl.com/5dybxscz or to its website at https://www.thedrop-incenter.org/. 

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