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 […]

Dear Sun Spots: I am reaching out to the readers of Sun Spots for help. Community Little Theatre is in the process of doing some research and we need to obtain a copy of a photo of the original clubhouse of the theater. It was located on Sylvan Avenue in Lewiston. CLT purchased the building […]

Woman in search of perfect pair of slacks Dear Sun Spots: I’m looking for dress slacks for women that aren’t low rise. I’m over the age of that look. Seat measures from crotch to backwaist 18 to 18.5 inches. Any brand at this point! Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks. – No Name, No […]

Dear Sun Spots: I read your column daily and find it very helpful. I am a 55-year-old female who lost a lot of weight and have an interest in boxing as an exercise. I know that Portland has a boxing club, but are there any in the Lewiston-Auburn area? — No Name, No Town. Answer: […]

Dear Sun Spots: Can you tell me why the Children’s Miracle Network was not on June 6 and 7? Could I have the address for the CW, channel 12; ION, channel 21; and WPME, channel 3? Thank you. — A.L. Lewiston. Answer: Sun Spots wonders if perhaps you are thinking of the broadcast, “A Celebration […]

Dear Sun Spots: Does the Tambrands factory give tours of their facility? If so, what are the days? I have watched FOX News several times but have not seen Dan Senor, Campbell Brown’s husband. Is he on at a certain time? Is Giovanna Bechard coming back on Channel 13? I miss her. Is the Marden’s […]

Stamps for ministry still needed Dear Sun Spots: Sr. Gilberte Boisvert, formerly of Holy Family, recently celebrated her 65th year as a nun! On Thursday, July 23, she will celebrate her 87th birthday! She is still collecting stamps for her African ministry. Keeping a 1/2 inch margin around the stamp will ensure that it is […]