DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston-Auburn Optimist Club now has two scholarship opportunities available to local residents. The essay contest offers a $2,500 scholarship based on the topic “Reaching your Dreams by Choosing Optimism.” The oratorical contest also offers a $2,500 scholarship based on the presentation “Healing the World with Optimism.” All applicants must have been […]
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Scrapbooking fundraiser in Lewiston to benefit Coats for Kids
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rev. Louis J. Fortier Council 106 will host a Scrapbook Crafting benefit for Coats for Kids from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul basement on Bartlett Street in Lewiston. All proceeds go to buy coats for kids in need in the […]
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Holiday displays shine light and joy to those without decorations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I enjoy reading your column and the information you provide. I wanted to thank the Sun Journal for spreading the word about the locations of for Christmas light displays. I used to be one of those people who decorated all over and I took pride in the fact that it was beautiful […]
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Maine’s original 1901 ‘Pine and Star’ flag making a comeback
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Where can I get an original Maine flag with the pine tree and star? I saw one on a flagpole when I was driving through Bowdoinham and really want to have one of my own and possibly purchase some as gifts for next Christmas. — Lacey, no town ANSWER: Isn’t that a […]
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Young boy injured in ATV crash creates Christmas Miracle Giveaway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I wanted to share what my 7-year-old son, Ashton, did to help others at Christmas. He wanted to give a Christmas miracle to a family who couldn’t afford much for the holiday so he spent his entire savings to buy gifts for a family. He was sad it wasn’t very much so […]
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Auburn Scout troop picking up Christmas trees as a fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Boy Scouts are picking up trees again this year! For the ninth straight year the Auburn-based Boy Scout Troop 121 will pick up Christmas trees in Lewiston and Auburn. While the cities provide several locations for free tree disposal, they no longer collect the trees at curbside. For a minimum donation of […]
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Maine Bicentennial Community Cookbook
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I submitted a recipe to the State of Maine Bicentennial Community Cookbook in 2019. I was contacted by them and was told they would like a photo of the recipe’s owner, along with a brief write-up. I did all that was requested and would love to have a copy of the cookbook, […]
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Lobster casserole recipe makes 2020 comeback
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the person that wants a calendar on uncoated stock (Dec. 22 Sun Spots), she should check out the Game and Calendar store in the Auburn Mall. It is located a couple of stores below the center entrance, on the right, headed toward JC Penney’s. They have a big selection of them. […]
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Hand-knit mittens lost, small crucifix found
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Sat. Dec. 19, I lost a pair of handmade, woolen, multicolor mittens in the vicinity of Garfield Road in Auburn. These mittens come open to expose the fingers. They are very special to me and part of a warming winter set complete with hat and scarf that someone made for me. […]
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Looking for ideas for doily art, a practical calendar
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the crocheted doilies mentioned in the Dec. 17 Sun Spots, a reader was looking for someone who repairs and restores crocheted doilies. I have a friend who does this craft beautifully. She has a Facebook page called Crochet Restoration and Repair Services where you will find all the information. — Mary, […]