DEAR SUN SPOTS: We invite everyone to our Spring Vendor Fair at United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn on Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

You can shop for Mother’s Day, weddings and birthdays. Be sure to treat yourself too! There will be 25 vendors inside and out, and a few food trucks, too. — Beth, no town

ANSWER: There are several events and activities planned for Mother’s Day Weekend in Sun Spots Land. Call your moms, sisters, daughters and friends and gather to enjoy time together. If you know of other happenings to share, be sure to let us know. 

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Broadview Memorial Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at the Broadview Memorial Cemetery, 379 East Ave. in Lewiston on Sunday, May 17, at 1 p.m. 

All lot owners are kindly invited to attend. Please bring your chairs and dress accordingly. The meeting will be held rain or shine. If there are any questions, please contact me at 783-6839. — Joe, no town

ANSWER: This meeting happens every year around this time and I always wish for a pleasant spring day for you all! 

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Are you a previous board member or volunteer at the Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine, Lewiston-Auburn Campus? If yes, we’d love to hear from you! 

We are making a list of all past board members and volunteers for our website. Please call archivist and curator Anna Faherty at 753-6545, or email  [email protected]. 

Thank you all for volunteering your time to support the collection over our 54 years of operation. Here’s to another 54 years! — Anna, no town

ANSWER: I’ll be interested to hear more about what’s happening with the collection throughout the summer. For those folks who are interested in learning more about this unique exhibit and programming, go to https://usm.maine.edu/franco-american-collection/. 

Did you know that The Franco-American Collection accepts donations of material related to Maine’s Franco-American communities?

If you have material relating to Franco families, individuals, organizations, businesses or institutions such as personal memoirs, family histories, letters, photos, scrapbooks, diaries and other items, from any time period up to the present day, these articles can provide a unique insight into Franco-American culture.

Though your desire to donate is appreciated, and the sentimental and historical value your items hold is understood, due to limitations of space and resources, it is not possible for the collection to accept every offer. Any potential donation will be assessed to ensure that it conforms with the acquisition policy. If unable to accept the offered donation, a suitable home at another institution may be found.

If you are interested in donating materials, please contact the archivist at the email and phone number given above. 

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