DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have five loop beaded continuous roll shades with brackets, inside or outside mount, 4 feet, 10 inches wide and 72 inches long, made of off-white basket weave fiberglass to give away for free. They would be great in a sun room. Please call 522-2479. — Ann, Auburn ANSWER: Thank you for […]
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Where to find cooling centers on those hot days | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: With these very warm summer temperatures upon us, it would be great to have a list of cooling centers in the area. If something has already been published, I missed it. I want to be able to spread the word to folks who need the information and also how to cool off […]
An evening of patriotic music at Auburn’s Festival Plaza | Sun Spots
There’s also an upcoming chance to tour Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary.
Rumford Senior Citizens Group planning trip to Missouri | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Come join the Rumford Senior Citizens Group for a senior trip to Branson, Missouri, on Sept. 19-29. The trip includes 11 days, 10 nights, 18 meals, two casino visits and museums. A two-person room is $1,389 and a one-person room is $1,768, plus tips. Sign up by July 8. For more information, […]
Annual Basket Raffle organizers accepting donations to alleviate hunger | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Lisbon Community Federal Credit Union is accepting basket donations for our Annual Basket Raffle to benefit the Campaign for Ending Hunger. We invite local businesses, community groups and individuals to contribute a themed basket of your choice. All proceeds will help fight food insecurity in our community. To donate a basket or […]
Summer Suppers at North Waterford Congregational Church | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The North Waterford Congregational Church at 10 Irving Green Road in Waterford will hold the first supper of the season Tuesday, June 24, from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu includes baked beans, chop suey, cole slaw, salads, casseroles, rolls, beverages and gingerbread. The cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children under […]
Restaurant angels pay for lunches for high school alumni, granddaughter’s 20 birthday | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please allow the Stephens High School Class of 1955 (Rumford) to thank a young man who paid for all our luncheon bill at Ellis’ Variety Restaurant in Dixfield on June 11. There were 10 of us there so it was over $100. We have no idea who performed this wonderful gesture. As […]
Annual Sunset Concert Series on the way in Poland
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Poland Spring Preservation Society is pleased to present the lineup for its annual Sunset Concert Series at the Poland Spring Resort at 640 Maine St. The Sunset Concert Series begins on Monday, July 7, and is held every Monday thereafter, concluding on Aug. 25. The concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. Admission […]
Drop-in Center seeking more Saturday volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: As the number of folks coming to The Drop-in Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn increases and new people grace us with their presence, we have a need for more Saturday volunteers. If you’re interested in joining us in this work, please message me or contact Kitsie at [email protected]. At the […]
West Bowdoin Baptist Church holding Strawberry Festival and bean supper
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Mission Circle of the West Bowdoin Baptist Church at 54 West Road. is holding a Strawberry Festival including a baked bean supper featuring strawberry shortcake with real whipped cream on Saturday, June 21, from 4:30-6 p.m. Donations are $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and younger. Children of preschool […]