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 […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin River Watershed Council is presenting a virtual (ZOOM) workshop on plastics pollution on Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. The Global Plastics Problem: From Rivers to Oceans to Solutions — While plastics pollution of our oceans gets the most publicity, it is also impacting our rivers and streams. Learn more […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thomas Memorial Baptist Church is planning a trick-or-treat drive-thru from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 31, at 62 Strawberry Ave. in Lewiston. All are welcome to come and enjoy the treats. Thank you, Sun Spots, for all the community events and help you post every day. — No name, Lewiston […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Years ago, in Lewiston, the sidewalk curbs were painted yellow at intersections to indicate “no parking” zones because the intersection created a blind spot for oncoming traffic. Today, many of the sidewalk intersections have been made Americans with Disabilities Act accessible by removing the curbing and creating a gradual slope for ease […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Addressing the request for where to donate used furniture: The Prince of Peace Catholic parish church bulletin featured a request for such items for Father Sevigny’s ministry. More details can be found on their website where you can find a copy of that particular bulletin. The number to call is listed there. […]