DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know if the Share Center is still open? Are they accepting donations?—No name, no town ANSWER: According to the SHARECenter web site (www.sharecenterme.org), the SHARECenter at 1830 Lisbon St. in Lewiston is closed until mid-August so they can restock. The G-RE-En For ME Emporium is open Tuesday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to […]
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Knit and crocheted blankets, shawls sought for health agency
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Calling all knitters! Andwell Health Partners is seeking donations of shawls and lap blankets for our Peaceful Passage Program. We ask that the shawls be approximately 46-56 inches long and at least 30-34 inches wide so a patient can completely and comfortably wrap it around their shoulders. Please consider using soft yarn for […]
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School nutrition program shares Lewiston locations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last week (July 17 Sun Spots), I inquired about a used stainless kitchen sink. I had about a half-dozen calls and messages. A wonderful lady from Jay was so kind and offered a sink from a kitchen remodel. It’s in great shape and much nicer than I expected. It’s just perfect. Thank […]
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Reader overcharged for doctor’s appointments
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for the words to the French song, “Coeur de Maman.” I would be so grateful. I think you are awesome and do such wonderful things for everyone. I enjoy your column so much. — No name, no town ANSWER: I’m putting this request out into Sun Spots Land to start […]
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Supper, yard sale coming up fast at area churches
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a Baked Bean Supper at Sixth St. Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn on Saturday, July 27 from 4:30 until 6 p.m. The menu consists of two kinds of beans, brown bread, cole slaw, red and brown hot dogs, assorted casseroles, assorted desserts and beverages. The cost […]
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Sun Spots: Reader requests list of region’s food resources
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am attempting to help people find food resources. Is there a list I can access?—No name, no town ANSWER: Below are resources in Sun Spots Land listed on the Good Shepard Food Bank of Maine website. The link: www.gsfb.org/food-map. Readers, if I missed any, please add to the list: Care & […]
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Veteran is grateful to stranger who paid for lunches for him and his relatives
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Tuesday, July 16, my cousin Richard, brother Dan, and I were having lunch at The Station Grill in Lewiston. All of us are veterans, and I was wearing my AF hat. As a gentleman was walking out, he stopped at our table and said, “‘Thank you for your service to our […]
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Pleasant St. Drop-in Center requesting donations of summer clothing for homeless
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Here at Pleasant St. Drop-in Center, we need summer clothing. Please look in your closets and other storage areas and pass on whatever you can. We especially need sweatshirts and men’s underwear. We also need deodorant, body wipes, shampoo, conditioner, rain ponchos, emergency survival blankets, regular blankets, flashlights, and batteries. We really […]
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Great Falls Model Railroad Club in Auburn hosting Surplus Assets Sale this month
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Great Falls Model Railroad Club will host a Surplus Assets Sale at 144 Mill St. in Auburn on Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We will have model railroad equipment in various scales, railroad books, scenery supplies, and more for sale. Our layouts will be open for viewing as […]
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Reader warns of text scam and the possibility of identity information being breached
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to warn fellow readers about a text scam. I almost got caught up in this recently but thankfully realized what was going on and blocked them. I had joined a women’s meet-up group this past spring and have been receiving texts and calls from new friends so my guard was […]