DEAR SUNSPOTS: The ladies of the Sumner Fire Department Auxiliary are hosting our 4th annual Lights Of Love Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. There will be soups, stews, chowders and chili — all homemade, and candy for sale. Children can have their picture taken with Santa and enjoy free cookies and […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United Methodist Church at 439 Park Ave. in Auburn will hold its Bean Supper on Saturday, Dec. 2, at 5 p.m. The menu will include baked beans, casseroles, hot dogs, coleslaw, bread, beverages and homemade pies. Entertainment will be provided by the Park Avenue Pickers beginning at 4:30 p.m. For additional […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Hebron Station School at 884 Station Road will have a Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s our first year of having one. We hope you’ll join us! — Cindy, Hebron DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m responding to the recent letters about sewing machine repairs and supplies […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a reminder that the Knights of Columbus Council 10019 will sponsor a dedicated blood drive in memory of Tracy Sautter on Dec. 4 from 1 to 5:30 p.m. at the parish hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave., Lisbon Falls. To make an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw your post where readers are looking for Lewiston Strong and Maine Strong apparel (Nov. 21 Sun Spots). Both shirts and hoodies in multiple styles and colors are available on my website. Proceeds from each purchase help the families affected by the Oct. 25 mass shooting. If your readers would like […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon Area Christian Outreach Food Pantry will hold its annual Christmas Fair at the MTM Center on School Street in Lisbon Falls on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a bake sale, raffle tables, crafters, food, etc. Santa will be there from 11 a.m. to 2 […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Please join us for a Christmas Market at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and support mansion restoration. A variety of high-quality, handmade crafts and goods by 18 local crafters and artisans will be available. Families will enjoy a delightful […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone know where one can buy a “Lewiston Strong” T-shirt? I am sure there must be a lot of places, but thought you could assist me. — Liz, Minot ANSWER: Several wonderful individuals have created Lewiston-branded T-shirts and other apparel to raise money for those impacted by the Oct. 25 mass […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: There will be a Salvation Army Toy Drive starting at 11 a.m. Friday at the Auburn Mall. Please bring an unwrapped toy to put under the Christmas tree and stop by to  join us for Christmas carols. See any Red Hat Lady by the tree. – Jacquie, no town ANSWER: Another L-A tradition […]