Dear Sun Spots: I would like to know why JC Penney does not have any more Isotoner slippers and where could we find them? — Mrs. B.L., No Town. Answer: Sun Spots spoke with a representative at the JC Penney store in the Auburn Mall who noted that they still sell Isotoner slippers, but they’ve […]

Dear Sun Spots: I am looking for summer kids/teen cooking classes in the area. I have searched but cannot find any. — No Name, Lewiston. Answer: In addition to responses from readers, check out the Lots to Gardens’ Kids Cooking Club at the Lewiston Public Library. The free program meets from 4 to 5:30 p.m. […]

Dear Sun Spots: I would like to know the names and addresses of the city parks in Lewiston. Also, who is in charge of the parks? — Taxpayer, Lewiston. Answer: The Lewiston Public Works Department maintains all parks, athletic facilities and cemeteries under the city’s jurisdiction. Deputy Director Megan Bates provided Sun Spots with a […]

Dear Sun Spots: Thank you for your extremely helpful column! I am looking for summer kids/teen cooking classes in the area. I have searched but cannot find any. Also, I would like to petition the city of Lewiston to install speed bumps or some other type of traffic slowing on my street. Where do I […]

Dear Sun Spots: Thank you for the expert work you do in finding as much information and help as you do. Now, I would like to see if you can get and print the recipe for orange cream whoopie pies that was on Channel 6’s “207” program on July 15. It was done by Amy […]

Dear Sun Spots: I love Sun Spots. It’s the first thing I read. Very informative. Would you please advise the dates the Presidential gold dollars will be released? Also, I would like the address for the show, “Survivor.” Lastly, I would like to know how the contestants on the show “The Price Is Right” are […]

Dear Sun Spots: Earlier this year, I heard that a program was started to stimulate the economy here in Maine. It involved a purchase of any automobile, new or used. The Maine sales tax as well as the town excise would not apply. As I understood it, the program would run through Nov. 1, 2009. […]

Dear Sun Spots: Quite a while ago, there was an article in the Sun Journal about a group of women who gathered to embroider together. I just love to do embroidery, but find it lonely at times. I would love to meet once a week with other women who would like work on our crafts […]

Dear Sun Spots: I am a 16-year-old girl who wants to learn how to box. Are there any gyms in the Lewiston-Auburn area that I could attend to get boxing lessons? And, if so, how much would it cost per lesson? — E.D. Answer: You’re in luck. For $25 a year, anyone can join the […]

Dear Sun Spots: Does anyone know the words to “Little Susie Snowflake, tap, tapping at the window”? My sister is looking for this poem or song and couldn’t find it online. Thanks so much. — Lewiston reader Answer: Rosemary Clooney wrote and recorded “Suzy Snowflake” between 1951 and 1956, a yuletide favorite that has since […]