DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Franco-American Collection at the University of Southern Maine’s Lewiston campus is an archive to preserve and promote the rich culture and heritage of Maine’s Franco-American population of today and yesterday. The collection is on-site at the Lewiston campus and online at https://usm.maine.edu/franco-american-collection/. To add to this legacy, we are looking for […]
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State conservation agency hosting webinar on invasive Asian jumping worm
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Maine Department of Conservation and Forestry will hold a webinar on Asian jumping worms June 17 and 18 from 1-4 p.m. To register, contact [email protected]. Gardening enthusiasts look forward to plant sales sponsored by local organizations. Having learned “the hard way,” I’d like to warn shoppers about an invasive worm that […]
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Printing presses find new homes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thank you for your help in finding a home for the table top printing presses and typeset trays (April 25 Sun Spots). Jeff from the Franklin County Agricultural Society waited patiently until 8 a.m. to call me after a friend emailed him regarding the Sun Spots column. I had a very pleasant […]
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April 30 is last day to nominate someone for Future Hero Award
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know a person under age 18 with a huge heart for animals? Someone who goes above and beyond to help our furry, scaly, and feathered friends? The Greater Androscoggin Humane Society wants to hear their story! We’re on the lookout for the next Future Hero Award recipient, and we need […]
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Auburn food pantry has on-going needs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The High Street Food Pantry at the Auburn United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn, has on-going need for the following items: peanut butter, toilet paper, pasta sauce, canned meats, baking items (mixes, sugar, flour, etc.), and soup. Thank you for supporting this mission and helping local people meet their […]
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Gently used clothing needed for Clothing Giveaway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a Clothing Giveaway from noon t 3 p.m. Sunday, May 18, at 121 Mill St. in Auburn. Gently used clothing can be dropped off at the Auburn Senior Community Center (Pettingill Park) Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s OK to leave items outside the glass […]
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Reader offering table-top printing presses and typeset trays
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My family has two table top-size printing presses, along with trays of typeset from the late 1950s-early 1960s. We’re looking for names and addresses of specific collectors and hobbyists. Please call 357-1049. — Barbara, Roxbury ANSWER: You may want to put the word out to antique dealers, historical societies, drama clubs or […]
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High Street Food Pantry requesting shelf-stable food donations for needy
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The High Street Food Pantry at the Auburn United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn has ongoing needs for the following items: peanut butter, toilet paper, pasta sauce, canned meats, baking items (mixes, sugar, flour, etc.), and soup. Thank you for supporting this mission and helping local people meet their […]
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Auburn man seeks birthday cards for 95-year-old mom
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My mom is turning 95 years young on May 30 of this year. My siblings and I are gathering birthday cards for a surprise “card shower” for her. I would be most grateful if you would publish my request so Sun Spots readers can send her a card. No money or gift, just a […]
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Kaydenz Kitchen requests donations for warming center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Kaydenz Kitchen is in the home stretch of the Emergency Warming Center and will close on April 30. We have provided services to over 350 individuals, and your support has helped make it possible! Donations can be dropped off at our 551 Lincoln St. location Wednesday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. and […]