DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am looking for information about DIY upholstery and furniture refinishing classes. I know you have had information about this in the past and I saved it but then misplaced it. —No name, no town ANSWER: Creative Artisans of Maine is one of the places I know where you can learn more […]
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Massage therapists, water concerns
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Could you provide me with a list of massage therapists in the Lewiston and Lisbon area? Thank you! I appreciate what you and all the readers do to help people. —No name, no town ANSWER: Massage therapists can be as different as snowflakes and I’m reluctant to just list the ones in […]
Prime Rib Dinner, TV Infomerials
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In response to the Sept. 20 Sun Spots, Cole Farms (64 Lewiston Rd. in Gray) has a delicious prime rib that is available on the weekends. It’s worth a try. — Louise, Auburn DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is about the person looking for good prime rib. Village Inn in Auburn has a […]
Looking for volunteers, crafters and pumpkins
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The next Literacy Volunteers Tutor Training Workshop is scheduled for Oct. 18 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the University of Southern Maine’s Lewiston-Auburn College. Our waiting list of adults who need help with reading, writing, math, and/or English conversation is growing. We are looking for patient, organized and […]
Where to find the area's best prime rib?
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This past July, the Lewiston High School Class of 1958 had their 60th class reunion. My husband was on the committee until he went to the Maine Veterans Home in South Paris so the committee asked me to stay on and help, which I did. However, I’m sad to say that I […]
Missing 4-H Project, Herb Celebration
DEAR SUNSPOTS: This past week someone stole two felted pumpkins out of our 4-H Club display at the Oxford Fair. I want the individual who stole them to know they were made by a 5-year-old who is new to our club. That project was the first project this child has ever displayed in a fair. […]
Sources for shower door, vinyl window repair
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We recently found a beautiful walking stick along Route 108 in Peru. It is 53 ½” tall with an ice pick at the bottom. Call 207-562-7141 to identify this stick. —No name, no town ANSWER: ‘Tis the season for some good hiking! If you lose any of your accoutrements while you’re out of […]
Looking for help with chicken dinner, yard sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Friday, Oct. 12, the Phillips Community of Christian Women will again cook up their annual chicken supper, to be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Phillips Elementary School. The traditional menu continues with roast chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce, peas, squash, rolls, assorted pies, a beverage […]
Volunteering can enrich all our lives
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Public Library is looking for a dedicated person who is willing to drive to various locations around the Twin Cities to distribute flyers and promotions that support the library to local businesses. Two or three times a month, library staff will contact the volunteer to let them know there is […]
Readers have record albums and marbles to unload
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This past week, I found a pair of Foster Grant eyeglasses while walking along the roadside in Roxbury. Please help me return these glasses to their rightful owner. My contact information is [email protected]. —Rebecca, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: Calling all crafters! Schooner Estates Senior Living Community has tables available for our […]