DEAR SUN SPOTS: We want to thank you and your readers for helping make Paris Public Library’s Purple Period of Crying Campaign, where participants crafted infant purple hats for awareness of the Shaken Baby Syndrome, a success. We collected 156 purple infant hats. Many and sincere thanks to the good people at The Dempsey Center […]
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Slipcover for love seat and copy of Le Messager among reader requests
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone who makes slipcovers. I have a lovable, older wing-back love seat and would like a slipcover for it. — Marlene, Auburn ANSWER: I can recommend the multi-talented Doreen Gendron at Unique Designs. You can reach her by calling 754-0048. Readers, if you know of any other seamstresses who […]
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Blood drive planned in Lewiston; roasted chicken supper served in Phillips
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Knights of Columbus Council 10019 is sponsoring a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Holy Family Church Parish Hall on Sabattus Street. Please call 1-800-RED CROSS ( 1-800-733-2767 ) to make an appointment or go to redcrossblood.org. You’ll save up to 15 minutes by going […]
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Monument a means to remembering veterans
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The L/A Veterans Council would like to make an urgent appeal to all the family and friends of veterans either serving now or who have retired or passed on. You can make a lasting gift in their memory by submitting the names of these loved ones to be inscribed on our next […]
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Literacy Volunteers seeking one-on-one tutors
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin has 25 people waiting for a one-on-one tutor to help them with their education. Many of these adults need to improve their academic skills in order to obtain work or get a better job. This service can literally be life-changing. If you are age 21 or older, have at least […]
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Tommy’s Yard Sale, singers & ringers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: With the uncertainty of the weather expected by Hurricane Dorian, the date for Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends Yard Sale has been changed to September 13 and 14 . Our Super Summer Yard Sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 700 Main St., next to the karate school and […]
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Headwaters Lake Protection Program seeking volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust needs volunteers for its Headwaters Lake Protection Program. The program gives community members the opportunity to join other citizen scientists all over the state and nation who have made a commitment to monitor their preferred water body for clarity, total phosphorus, dissolved oxygen or invasive plants, and […]
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Keto diet, fur giveaway, blurry iPad, broadcaster on readers’ minds
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know of any Keto-friendly places to eat in the Twin cities? — No name, no town ANSWER: As far as I know, there aren’t any specific restaurants in Lewiston-Auburn that strictly cater to those who are on the Keto (Ketogenic low- carbohydrate, high fat) diet. However, if anyone in Sun […]
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Special dress was accidentally consigned; owner would like it back
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In June I took a bag of clothes to the consignment shop, Touch of Class in Farmington. A blue dress from Singapore, a gift from my son, was added to the bag by mistake. To whoever purchased it, if you would please return the dress to me, I will give you back […]
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Help requested for health insurance info and Bass piano accordion
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a place in Wilton to help folks sign up for health insurance? — Dan, Rumford ANSWER: Western Maine Community Action’s Navigator Program can help you. They also collaborate with community partners to facilitate the provision of services to clients with different needs and abilities. Contact the office at 1- 855-806-7333. […]