DEAR SUN SPOTS: Excelsior Grange in Poland will hold its annual vaccination clinic for cats and dogs Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon. Veterinarian Don McClain will provide this service. Participants will be able to choose up to two vaccinations per animal: Rabies $10, distemper $15 and microchips $35. Dogs only may receive […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Sixth Street Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn will hold a Holiday Fair on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Crafters can rent tables for $10 each. For more information, please contact Beth at 782-4413 or Cynthia at 740-2741. — Elizabeth, Auburn ANSWER: Here’s to a great […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again the Sparkling Angelic Divas of Brunswick and Red Hat Chapters around New England will host the 18th Salvation Army Annual Toy Drive at the Auburn Mall center court by the giving tree on Friday, Nov. 22, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Please bring unwrapped gifts for children of all […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: As Thanksgiving approaches, will your holiday meal include something different? Perhaps you’re planning on changing up your menu to bring new tastes to the table? Or maybe you add a unique twist on a traditional dish every year. Or perhaps your “tradition” on Thanksgiving has always been untraditional. Whether you want to […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re excited to announce our next Pause For Pets Craft & Vendor Fair to benefit our community’s pets and the life-saving work of the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. Make sure to join in the fun at the Lewiston Memorial Armory on Sunday, Nov. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This year […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Sun Journal will be publishing a feature in an upcoming November Sunday edition about our annual Thanksgiving meal that includes ideas on giving the holiday a refresh and perhaps a few new twists. We’re calling on our readers to assist with adding some local flavor to this story. Perhaps you’re planning […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: SHAREcenter, a nonprofit organization located in Lewiston, is having an indoor yard sale at 1830 Lisbon St. on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a wide variety of items for sale including clothing, holiday decor, household items, furniture, books and much more. Our thrift store will […]

DEAR SUNSPOTS: The Hartford Heritage Society is hosting a Craft Fair at the Hartford Town Hall, 1196 Main St. in Hartford on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a wonderful community event to support local crafters. — Natasha, no town ANSWER: Here’s to a successful, fun-filled day! DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Clover Health Care at 440 Minot Ave. in Auburn is hosting a Lunch and Learn “Understanding Mainecare” on Thursday, Nov. 7. Registration is at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation at 12 p.m. Please RSVP to 784-3573 or email your reservation to [email protected]. Space is limited. — Donna, no town ANSWER: I urge […]