DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union Craft Supply Destash Fair at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn will be held on Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
We’re selling sewing notions, fabric, ribbons, Stampin’ Up supplies, wooden blanks to decorate, silk flowers, beads, grapevine wreaths, and craft books.
Delicious baked goods will also be for sale. To rent a table for $25 to sell your craft supplies, contact [email protected]. All proceeds benefit the Woman’s Literary Union Restoration Fund. For more information, contact me at 207-402-7591. — Kathy, Auburn
ANSWER: The Woman’s Literary Union of Androscoggin County is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization. For more information, check out womansliteraryunion.org.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mark your calendars! The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society (GAHS) Dash For Dogs 5K is at Strawberry Avenue in Lewiston on Sunday, April 27, and we can’t wait to see you there!
This fun-filled event is one of our biggest annual fundraisers. It’s a fantastic way to support our mission of providing shelter, food, and medical care to needy pets here in our community. Plus, who doesn’t love a reason to get out of the house after a long Maine winter?
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely walk, bring your furry friend, and join the fun. There will be prizes to win, too, such as Best Dressed Pet and Top Fundraiser. Plan to invite your friends and family to cheer you on, too. It’s going to be a party!
Please visit https://gahumane.org/dashfordogs/ to register and let’s make this year’s Dash For Dogs the best one yet! — Shannon, Lewiston
ANSWER: The Dash for Dogs 5K is a popular, yearly event that gives everyone the perfect opportunity to kick off an active spring and summer by getting outside with our canine friends, while raising funds to help needy dogs in the shelter.
The 2024 event was a great success, raising over $14,000 after expenses, to help provide veterinary care, healthy food, tools for enrichment and much more. There were over 225 registrants, volunteers, fans, vendors, and sponsors for this event! The registration fee is $30.
GAHS is also recruiting sponsors for the 2025 Dash. If your business is interested in joining up as a sponsor, email [email protected] or go to https://gahumane.org/dashfordogs/ to get more information. The sign up form is at https://gahumane.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Sponsorship-Form-DashforDogs2025.png.
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