DEAR SUN SPOTS: A few years ago I got my taxes done for free by a nonprofit organization, but now I have lost the information. You printed something a couple weeks ago about AARP but it wasn’t them who did my taxes before. I used someone different and they did a good job. — Lorraine, […]
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Greyhounds, watch repair and Easter Egg Hunts among requests
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m wondering if there are fellow greyhound owners in the Lewiston-Auburn area who know of any fenced-in areas to bring their dpgs to run and socialize with other greyhounds, besides the dog park. Thank you so much for your help! — Kelly, Lewiston ANSWER: I’m sure some generous people in Sun Spots […]
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Readers worldwide interested in Esperanto postcards
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read the column on the Sun Journal website regarding Dorothy, who is looking for someone to translate Esperanto postcards. We are very interested in them. The Department of Planned Languages and Esperanto Museum of the Austrian National Library is home to the world’s largest specialist library for interlinguistics and Esperanto. We […]
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Antique egg beater keeps reader in popovers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My wife and I would like to express our surprise and gratitude for the overwhelming response to our letter about egg beaters. I would like to describe our actions and response to the comments and suggestions we received. First, I responded to Dale’s offer to send us an old-fashioned beater. Subsequently, my […]
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Stroopwafel and Sim’s Diner beloved favorites
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I flew to Chicago recently on a United Airlines flight and was given a crispy cookie with a thin caramel filling for a snack. It looked a bit like a waffle. I loved it and saved the wrapper but now I can’t find it. Can you help me find where to buy […]
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Square dance records have a new home with Norway-Paris club
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was delighted to read about the square dance records offered in the Feb. 18 Sun Spots. I am a member of the Swingin’ Bears Square Dance Club of Norway/South Paris. I called the number listed and was pleased that I know the person offering the records. One of our members will […]
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Extreme couponing website posts slowed since December
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Does anyone know what has happened to Chrystie Vachon’s website Coupon Karma? There hasn’t been a new post since the end of December — Sheila, Winchester, NH ANSWER: Coupon Karma, founded in 2010, is a lifestyle website committed to helping families take control of their budget by providing tools and education around […]
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Donation offered for injured boy; church accepting craft items
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Dec. 12, 2019, there was a fundraiser for a boy in Lewiston who had been in an accident. At the time, I didn’t keep the information and now I would like to make a donation. I would appreciate it if someone might have the name and address to whom my donation […]
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There is beauty in music and recycling
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A few days ago, you ran information in your column about musicians who play instrumental music at a local church or public spot. I believe this happens around midday during the week. I live at the Chapman House in Auburn and know of several people who would be interested in hearing the […]
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Literacy Volunteers training tutors and English conversation partners
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin will offer training opportunities for volunteer tutors and English conversation partners in February and March. We are working with people from 41 countries and have many people waiting for help with English conversation, reading, writing and math skills. English conversation partners training will be held Feb. 24 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. […]