DEAR SUN SPOTS: There is a daytime knitting group in Lisbon on Thursdays from 1 to 3 p.m. at the MTM Community Center on School Street in Lisbon Falls. We have about six ladies who work on their knitting and crocheting. Everyone is welcome.—Laural, Lisbon ANSWER: Thank you for sharing the information on another knitting […]
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Santa’s ‘elves’ are alive and well in Maine
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In our Tarr Avenue neighborhood in Lewiston, we have a “Secret Santa” or, as I would call him — a super good Samaritan. On Sunday morning, Dec. 8, we all woke up to snow. I looked outside and someone was cleaning the driveway of the person who usually cleans mine. I didn’t […]
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Tommy’s Feral Felines fundraiser in need of donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the past, you have always been very helpful with Tommy’s Feral Felines. This year the need is especially great due to the devastation to all the feral cat colonies from the Dec. 17, 2023, storm. We will be having Tommy’s Christmas Bake Sale and Bottle Drive this year at the Family […]
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Reader asks about smoke and CO2 detector disposal
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I recently bought new smoke and CO2 detectors. Is there a proper way to dispose of my old ones? — Philip, Lewiston ANSWER: Many brands of these detectors can be sent back to the manufacturer. You should be able to find a toll-free number and mailing address or a website address on […]
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American Legion Post in Livermore Falls is serving a free Christmas Day dinner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The George Bunten Post 10 American Legion will serve a free Christmas Day dinner at the hall on Reynolds Avenue in Livermore Falls from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This is for anyone who is alone on Christmas, isn’t up to making a meal, or just wants to be with a wonderful […]
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Sun Spots: FedEx delivered package to wrong house
DEAR SUN SPOTS: If anyone in the vicinity of Howard Street in Mexico found a Duluth Trading Co. box had been left at your front door Thursday, Dec. 12, it was delivered to the wrong address by FedEx and I would very much appreciate hearing from you. Please call me at 207-369-0418 and leave a […]
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Holiday fair tomorrow at Sixth Street Congregational Church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Sixth Street Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn will hold a Holiday Fair on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be available for $3. Choices are chili, corn chowder and hot dogs, with brownies for dessert. Coffee will be available for $1. There will be […]
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Mexico Congregational Church features carols and candles
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the “Green Church”) at 163 Main St. in Mexico, will observe Christmas Eve with a service of Carols and Candles on Tuesday, Dec. 24 at 7 p.m. All are welcome to join in a celebration of the birth of the Christ Child. — Carol, Mexico ANSWER: It’s so […]
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Fundraiser for Tommy’s Feral Feline Friends needs bakers and bottles
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In the past, you have always been very helpful with Tommy’s Feral Felines. This year the need is especially great due to the devastation to all the feral cat colonies from the Dec. 17, 2023, storm. We will be having Tommy’s Christmas Bake Sale and Bottle Drive this year at the Family […]
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Churches coordinating to present 2nd annual Live Nativity at Otisfield on Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The 2nd Annual Live Nativity will be presented on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 5 p.m. at Field of Faith on Lodge Hill, 437 Bean Road in East Otisfield. All are welcome. The Holy Family, angels, shepherds, and Magi will be joined by live animals for the reading of the Biblical account of […]