DEAR SUN SPOTS: We have craft tables for rent at our Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church at 612 Farmington Falls Road in Farmington. A turkey and biscuit lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost for adults is $7 […]
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Gently-used “stuffies” wanted for Lisbon High School fundraisers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon High School Class of 2023 is looking for donations of gently-used stuffed animals from nonsmoking homes. We use them in a duck pond carnival game as a fundraiser for class activities, including prom and Project Graduation, which take a lot of resources. This past weekend we had the duck pond […]
Auburn Mall open for walkers; whoopie pies first sold in Lewiston in 1925
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Now that winter is approaching, walking indoors will soon be necessary. Can people still do that at the Auburn Mall early in the morning, and if so, what time does it open? Many thanks. — No name, no town ANSWER: The stores in the mall are open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (11 […]
Electric stoves wanted for nonprofit organization; mannequins for uniform exhibit
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I know of a nonprofit that needs some help. We are looking for three electric stoves. These do not need to be new so if you are replacing your stove and would like to donate your old one, please call me at 225-2360 for more information. Thank you. — No name, no […]
Vendors sought for holiday craft fairs, recyclers for used trophies
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Victory Christian Church is holding its 2nd Annual Craft and Vendor Fair on Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are looking to fill remaining spots with crafters and vendors. We have vendor openings for Avon, Scentsy, Mary Kay, Tastefully Simple and Thirty-One. Six-foot spaces are available for $15 […]
Chairs for caning; fur coat repair; insect removal
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Years ago my husband caned chairs as a hobby, and he accumulated fifteen wooden chairs that needed caning. However, years later, they still need caning! We are trying to downsize so we are looking for a home for our chairs. Do you or your readers know of anyone who canes chairs and might like […]
Smoker grill and Louisiana chef have new home in Portland
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Here’s the update on the fate of the large smoker grill we wanted to donate to a nonprofit (Oct. 2 Sun Spots). Unfortunately, there were no takers so we listed it on Facebook Marketplace for a very low price. A chef from Louisiana who just moved to the Portland area came with a […]
Readers share about restaurant hero, volunteer opportunities and whoopie pie recipie
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I had a nice surprise last Sunday at Longhorn Steakhouse when someone paid for my dinner. I wish to give that person a big thank you! — Margaret, Lewiston ANSWER: Sometimes I wonder if there is just one person who goes around treating people to restaurant meals in the Lewiston-Auburn area. Perhaps […]
Pesky crickets and candy turtles prompt questions from readers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m having a problem with crickets. They are all over my porch and have gotten into my home. It’s like a horror show. Can you find out what’s going on with the crickets this year? Is there anything I can do? Before this year, I rarely saw them. Thank you for what […]
Maple whoopie pies, hair help
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I was wondering if you or your Sun Spots readers might have a recipe for maple whoopie pies. — No name, no town ANSWER: I’ve had quite a run on recipe requests lately! It seems that Sun Spots readers are hunkering down for the chilly temperatures to come and getting into nesting […]