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PublishedJuly 1, 2022
Ideas sought from parents on ways to store children’s drawings
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On a recent rainy day, I was going through piles of drawings my elementary schoolchildren have made since they were toddlers. I had stuffed them in a big bin and now there are so many. I’d like to hear some imaginative ideas about how to store these keepsakes. Perhaps other parents can […]
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PublishedJune 30, 2022
North Waterford church hosting supper featuring strawberry shortcake
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The North Waterford Congregational Church will host a supper Tuesday, July 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to raise money for the general fund. The menu includes baked beans, American chop suey, casseroles, salads, brown bread, rolls, strawberry shortcake and beverages. The price is $12 for adults and $6 for children under […]
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PublishedJune 29, 2022
Young garage sale shopper left camera battery charger behind
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This note is for the little boy who bought a camera at a garage sale the weekend of June 17-18 at 94 Fairmount St. in Lewiston. The battery charger was left behind! — No name, no town ANSWER: I hope the young man sees this and can make his way over to […]
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PublishedJune 28, 2022
Resources provided for chair caning, leather repair, coin cleaning
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone who does chair caning, preferably in the Oxford Hills area. Do you have contacts in your Rolodex? — Mary, no town ANSWER: In the Rolodex, I have Ellie who does chair caning and weaving and is in the West Paris area. She can be contacted 461-0342. References are available. Caning by […]
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PublishedJune 27, 2022
Backgammon club under consideration for central Maine
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am gauging public interest in a backgammon club, specifically in Lewiston-Auburn, but also in Central Maine in general. Those interested in casual chouettes or competitive match play, or even those looking to learn may contact me at cmbackgammon@gmail.com. Sun Spots has always been a great resource to the community. Happy 175th […]
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PublishedJune 24, 2022
WWII veteran’s dog tags and medals could soon get to his family
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A relative sent me information from the June 15 Sun Spots regarding items belong to Arthur R. Cummings. That was my husband’s grandfather’s name. He was a quartermaster during World War II and served some time in France. He was born in Union, Maine, and I have more information. I’m not sure […]
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PublishedJune 23, 2022
Volunteers needed to host upcoming Zoom classes for Senior College
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Senior College at the University of Southern Maine Lewiston-Auburn College needs people to act as host for Zoom classes this coming year. Volunteers are needed from September 2022 through May 2023 for those comfortable with computers and interested in helping with Zoom outreach to homebound seniors. There are two types of Zoom […]
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PublishedJune 22, 2022
Who remembers the Hi-Fi Club dances in Lewiston City Hall?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Have any Sun Spots readers ever heard of the Hi-Fi Club dances held Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. from 1960-1962 on the third floor of Lewiston City Hall where the Pal Hop was held on Friday night? The DJ was Frank Sweeney from the radio station WLAM. It seems anyone I […]
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PublishedJune 21, 2022
Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store holding houseplant sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store in Auburn will hold a Houseplant Sale on Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m. and until the last plant is sold, typically by noon. The sale will take place on the walkway in front of the shop at 245 Center St. in Auburn in the former Roak […]
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PublishedJune 20, 2022
Gold ring found on Lewiston sidewalk
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a well-worn gold-plated narrow band ring, roughly a size 7, with an impression of a title on it. It was in a sidewalk divot in front of the closed St. Martin de Porres’ Bargain Basket on College Street in Lewiston. My telephone number is 207-713-3826. Please leave a message and […]
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