Upcoming fairs are planned for Clinton, Litchfield, Oxford, New Portland, Farmington, Unity, Cumberland and Fryeburg.
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Woman’s Literary Union hosting ‘Enormous Garage Sale’ on Sept. 13 / Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union will have an Enormous Garage Sale on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St., Auburn. This fundraiser is for our Scholarship and Mansion Restoration funds. We are overflowing with items. We have furniture, small kitchen appliances, puzzles, kids’ games, […]
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See the landscape of Monhegan Island through the eyes of artists
‘Wildland Walks’ explores the natural scenery of Monhegan as part of the exhibit ‘Art, Ecology, and the Resilience of a Maine Island.’
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West Auburn Congregational Church plans Vendor Craft Fair in October | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: West Auburn Congregational Church is holding its Vendor Craft Fair on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 811 West Auburn Road in Auburn. It will include a white elephant table, raffles, baked goods and hot lunch options. Contact me at 998-2362 — Deb, no town ANSWER: Craft fair […]
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Italian stonecutters in Hallowell carved a legacy of industry and labor from granite
‘Working Granite: Italian Stonecutters and their Union’ at the Maine Historical Society highlights one of Maine’s earliest labor unions, started by stone workers in 1877.
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Where can you find this flag bearer? | Mystery Photo
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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Teddy bear maker found on Facebook | Sun Spots
DEAR SUNSPOTS: Regarding the reader who wants Teddy bears made from her mother’s wedding gown (Aug. 24 Sun Spots), Debby Berry of Auburn made an adorable teddy bear out of my mom’s favorite sweatshirt. You can see her creations on her Facebook page, Hip Nana Creations. — Joanne, Leeds ANSWER: I looked up Debby’s Facebook […]
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ELHS Class of ’65 reunion committee is seeking classmates
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again, the Edward Little High School Class of 1965 reunion committee is asking for your help to reach classmates who have changed their address, email, or Facebook connection. It’s important for them to know that our 60th reunion will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at […]
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Lewiston Public Library seeks lace tablecloths, china teacups | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Public Library will be holding its first Literary Ball on Saturday, Oct. 18. The ball commemorates Jane Austen’s 250th birthday and the theme will be the Regency era. In preparation for the ball, the library is in the process of sourcing china teacups and lace tablecloths. If anyone has such […]
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Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Festival draws thousands to Litchfield for 63rd event
Spectators, campers and musicians converged for the 4-day event last weekend.