DEAR SUN SPOTS: The High Street Food Pantry at the Auburn United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn, has on-going need for the following items: peanut butter, toilet paper, pasta sauce, canned meats, baking items (mixes, sugar, flour, etc.), and soup. Thank you for supporting this mission and helping local people meet their […]
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Gently used clothing needed for Clothing Giveaway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a Clothing Giveaway from noon t 3 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at 121 Mill St. in Auburn. Gently used clothing can be dropped off at the Auburn Senior Community Center (Pettingill Park) Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s OK to leave items outside the glass […]
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Reader offering table-top printing presses and typeset trays
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My family has two table top-size printing presses, along with trays of typeset from the late 1950s-early 1960s. We’re looking for names and addresses of specific collectors and hobbyists. Please call 357-1049. — Barbara, Roxbury ANSWER: You may want to put the word out to antique dealers, historical societies, drama clubs or […]
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High Street Food Pantry requesting shelf-stable food donations for needy
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The High Street Food Pantry at the Auburn United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn has ongoing needs for the following items: peanut butter, toilet paper, pasta sauce, canned meats, baking items (mixes, sugar, flour, etc.), and soup. Thank you for supporting this mission and helping local people meet their […]
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Auburn man seeks birthday cards for 95-year-old mom
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My mom is turning 95 years young on May 30 of this year. My siblings and I are gathering birthday cards for a surprise “card shower” for her. I would be most grateful if you would publish my request so Sun Spots readers can send her a card. No money or gift, just a […]
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Kaydenz Kitchen requests donations for warming center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Kaydenz Kitchen is in the home stretch of the Emergency Warming Center and will close on April 30. We have provided services to over 350 individuals, and your support has helped make it possible! Donations can be dropped off at our 551 Lincoln St. location Wednesday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and […]
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SHAREcenter seeks musical instruments and other donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The SHAREcenter will be open next week on Tuesday, April 22, and Wednesday, April 23, from 2 to 5 p.m. and on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. We will also be accepting donations from the community. We are also still collecting musical instruments for the upcoming instrument giveaway […]
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Greater Androscoggin Human Society seeking Future Hero Award nominations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know someone under 18 years old with a huge heart for animals? Someone who goes above and beyond to help our furry, scaly, and feathered friends? The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society wants to hear their story! We’re on the lookout for the next Future Hero Award recipient, and we need […]
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Applewald Farm asks for Rainbow Ball donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Applewald Farm at 525 Huntington Hill Road in Litchfield is again collecting donations of formal wear, street clothes, wigs, jewelry and new makeup for the Rainbow Ball which will be held the first weekend in May. Following that, we will set up our farm stand with all the amazing surplus for anyone […]
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Literacy Volunteers Androscoggin hosts Scrabble Fest
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We would really appreciate your help with getting the word out about our upcoming Letters for Literacy Scrabble Fest. This is the 25th Anniversary of Scrabble Fest, and we are hoping for a great turnout. Join us on Sunday, April 27, at the High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St. in Auburn, for […]