DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like a recipe for Molasses Doughnuts. My son is coming for a visit from California for Thanksgiving and I want to surprise him with some. — Carrie, no town ANSWER: I’m going to have to make some now, too. It’s been a while and you just inspired me. Enjoy this […]
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Community Thanksgiving dinners
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Calvary United Methodist Church of Lewiston wishes to thank all the community business owners and parishioners for the donations and hard work to make its recent Turkey Dinner and Silent Auction a success. It is this type of support that enables the church to help people in need. — Calvary Leadership Team, […]
Mexico group is seeking crafters for its Christmas fair in December
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Crafters are wanted for the Mexico Historical Society’s 2nd Annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 7, in the Calvin Lyons Hall, 134 Main St. The rental fee is $20 per table and reservations must be made by Dec. 1. Please contact Jackie Waite at 364- 8178. — Lorraine, no town DEAR […]
Farmington church craft fair set Nov. 16; plaid wool fabric wanted for project
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 […]
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 […]