DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am writing on behalf of the Friends of The Maine Wildlife Park. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that donates volunteer hours and raises money in support of animal upkeep at The Maine Wildlife Park. Our target opening date is April 15 and we are seeking volunteers to staff the Snack […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I understand Gov. Mills is considering mailing out another stimulus check to individuals to help this year. I read that the check is for “taxpayers.” Many people do not file taxes, including seniors so they would not get a check. Has anyone thought about this? Seniors and those who do not file […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rev. Louis J. Fortier Knights of Columbus Council 106 is planning a Coats for Kids Benefit from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2, at Holy Cross Church Hall on Baird Street in Lewiston. People making crafts, Stampin’ Up cards and scrapbooking are welcome to join us. The event […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store announces it will again celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive “Go for the Green!” houseplant sale on Thursday, March 17. Shoppers will have an opportunity to bring home some spring cheer while supporting a good cause. New offerings include Easter cactuses, in addition to the usual […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am wondering if the Girl Scouts will be selling their delicious cookies in the stores this year. I know in the past they have set up at Dunkin’ in the parking lot and at various grocery stores. I’d also like to know how much the cookies are this year. Thank you […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are such an enthusiastic supporter of local libraries that those of us at the Turner Public Library think you will want to share our exciting news. As many of your readers know, we have been holding an ongoing book sale on the floor below us in the Leavitt Institute Building, just […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway is back. Are you looking for a free dress for prom? You can get one at the WLU Fairy Godmother Gown Giveaway on from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 9, at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn.Do you want […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to have contact information for any people who do furniture upholstery work in the greater Androscoggin area. — Tookie, Lewiston ANSWER: This has been a very popular request over the years. In the Rolodex I have Liberty Bell Furniture Repair & Upholstery in Windham. You can contact them at […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am writing in response to the Feb. 21 letter from Jackie who is seeking a housekeeper service. I would like to recommend MZ Cleaning at 145 Lisbon St., Lewiston, phone number 713-7161. This is a family-run, local cleaning service that does commercial, residential and post-construction cleaning. The business is owned and […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Mission Committee of the United Methodist Church of Auburn has selected this year’s Lenten Offering project. We are honoring area health care workers by saying “Thank you!  How much we are in awe of all of you!” We thought about how we could show them our thanks. While a hug, a full […]