DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Farmington Historical Society will celebrate the blooming of the giant Tulip Poplar with an Afternoon Tea in front of the historic Octagon House, 126 High St. in Farmington, on Sunday, June 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. This traditional tea will feature sweet and savory goodies, live music with the Maine […]
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Clover Health Care offering MaineCare seminar
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Kaydenz Kitchen opening thrift store for homeless
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Kaydenz Kitchen would love your support by sharing this information to help spread the word! A story of triumph through tragedy. Over the past six months, our location at 551 Lincoln St. transitioned from a place where lives were lost to a place that saved lives. With the Emergency Warming Center closed, […]
Mechanic Falls Community Days yard sale set for June 21
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Anglican Church of the Transfiguration will be holding a yard sale as part of the Mechanic Falls Community Days, which will be held on Friday, June 20, in the evening, and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 21 (not July 21 as previously published). We are looking for […]
Donations for 7 Mile Yard Sale in Norway being accepted starting Sunday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: It’s that time of year again to remind you of the upcoming “7 Mile Yard Sale” sponsored by the Heywood Club on Crockett Ridge in Norway. This event will be held on Saturday, June 14, from 8 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. We are accepting donations at the clubhouse starting on May 25. […]
Sixth Street Congregational Church to host bean supper
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a baked bean supper at Sixth Street Congregational Church at 109 Sixth St. in Auburn on Saturday, May 31, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The menu includes two kinds of beans, red and brown hot dogs, cole slaw, assorted casseroles, assorted desserts and beverages. The cost of the supper […]
Children’s Tea at the Foss Mansion set for Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union will present a Children’s Tea at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn, on Saturday, May 17, with seatings at 9 and 11 a.m. The cost is $5 per child and $10 per adult. Dolls can attend at no charge. There will also be a child and […]
Reader requests birthday cards for mother’s 95th celebration May 30
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My mom is turning 95 years young on May 30. 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 card. […]
Drop-in Center clothing giveaway needs volunteers, donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Drop-in Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn (formerly Pleasant St. Drop-in Center) needs volunteers and donations for its big Clothing Giveaway on Sunday, May 18, from noon to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this giveaway put on by the Auburn Age Friendly Committee. Volunteers are needed Saturday, May […]
Rumford Hospital Auxiliary holding its Annual Spring Yard Sale on Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Annual Spring Yard Sale on Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 209 Lincoln Ave. in Rumford. The Auxiliary has operated the sale since 1994. It has become a popular community fundraising event and brings together many River Valley residents who support […]