DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am trying to find out if the Thrill the World Zombie Dance event is going to be happening in Lewiston this year. I tried to contact the coordinator from last year, but my e-mail came back undeliverable. The event took place Oct. 24 last year. I live in the Bangor area […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Museum L-A, the Story of Work and Community in Lewiston-Auburn, offers various opportunities for volunteers. From assisting with the front kiosk to helping with tours and daily operations, volunteering is a great way to learn more about the museum and to give back to the community. Computer proficiency is especially appreciated. For […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’d like to submit the following peanut butter pie recipe, which is always a hit in our house. Ingredients 1 8-ounce package of cream cheese 1 cup peanut butter 1 cup powdered sugar 1/4 to ½ cup of milk 1 8-ounce tub of Cool Whip Directions Mix cream cheese, peanut butter, sugar […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Eighteen people from various countries are waiting for volunteer English conversation partners to help them gain critical English speaking skills. It is an interesting and enjoyable way to help while learning something about another person’s culture. The program requires a two-hour workshop, then a one-hour per week commitment for one year. Our […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine’s Auburn-Lewiston Clubhouse is looking to the public for help. The club has a growing photography program and is hoping to expand the number of members able to participate in the weekly sessions. Knowing that the holidays are right around the corner and that people […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know how to sew and want to make a difference? The Sew Fabulous! 4-H Sewing Club at Hillview Housing Development is looking for committed volunteers who know how to sew. Our established program, held in collaboration with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has about 20 participants who are learning […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: It is not well known that for more than 25 years local merchants have donated money to the Auburn Holiday Decorating fund to purchase lights, banners and scenery to decorate Auburn for the December holidays. For many years, if it hadn’t been for the merchants’ generosity, there would have been no lights […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the person who wanted the old recipe of white sauce with green beans and/or yellow beans, I still make it once in a while. It’s very simple to make — basic medium white sauce, like thick cream, for creamed and scalloped dishes. 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons flour 1/2 teaspoon salt […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have an old prom dress as well as a couple of bridesmaid dresses that I would like to donate. I was hoping to donate them to a Cinderella Project here in Lewiston or Auburn. I want them to go to local girls who can’t afford prom dresses and would like to […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am trying to locate someone who has knowledge of foreign stamps (canceled). I have quite a few from the 1930s from South Africa, China, Pakistan, Korea, North Vietnam, India and others. Thank you. — No Name, Mexico DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was wondering if someone in the Farmington area collects stamps. […]