DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’ve lost a recipe for cinnamon bread that our family loved. It was not a sourdough recipe but it did require mixing and adding an ingredient(s) over several days. The word Amish keeps popping up in my head but searching for it has not uncovered any recipe that matches my memories of […]
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Reader seeking help with dowel turning | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would like to find someone who has a wood lathe and would be willing to turn down a dowel (which I can provide) to 1.0300 exactly or within a couple of thousands for an important project. Or perhaps there is a known woodworking shop that may be able to help me. […]
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Woman’s Literary Union helped with fundraising | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re excited to share that Shaw’s has selected the Woman’s Literary Union of Auburn to benefit from the Give Back Where It Counts Reusable Bag Program, happening throughout February. The Shaw’s Reusable Bag Program makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities. Every time a $3 reusable Give Back […]
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Girl Scouts hosting information session for families | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Girl Scouts of River Valley is hosting an informational session at High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St. in Auburn on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6-7 p.m. to introduce families to what Girl Scouts can offer. We will have a traditional meeting with an opening, discuss what activities we will be working on, […]
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Scholarship offered to future teachers | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Retired Educators’ Association is offering a $2,000 scholarship to a graduating high school senior, who lives in Androscoggin County, is going on to college, and planning to enter the field of education. The scholarship is awarded based on academic merit, citizenship and need. All candidates must complete and submit the following application materials: the AREA […]
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Ash Wednesday services planned at Auburn church | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The United Methodist Church of Auburn will offer the Blessing of Ashes on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, from noon to 1 p.m. in the parking lot at 439 Park Ave., weather permitting. Otherwise, this tradition will be inside the building. At 6 p.m., there will be an Ash Wednesday service in the […]
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Readers share stories of kindness from stranger, neighbor | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’d like to thank the Sun Spots angel I encountered today. I had just picked up my granddaughter from early dismissal at St. Dom’s, and I asked if she’d like a treat at Dunkin’ donuts. Of course, she agreed. We were in line behind a driver in a silver Forester. When we came […]
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Lewiston animal shelter holding fundraiser | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Founded in 1885, Greater Androscoggin Humane Society is celebrating 140 years of helping pets and the people who love them. As more families than ever reach out for support, our resources are being stretched thin. Through the Paws to the Future campaign, the first $70,000 donated will be matched, helping us reach […]
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Mexico UCC hosts annual Valentine’s Day sweets sale | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the “Green Church”), 163 Main St., will hold its annual Sweets for Your Sweetie sale Saturday, Feb.14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Delicious goodies in festive Valentine packaging will be on sale. A few new events have been added this year. Photographer Kylie Robin will be available from 10 a.m. […]
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AARP Tax-Aide accepting appointments in Auburn | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a reminder that once again, AARP Tax-Aide will provide free income tax preparation services for low/moderate income taxpayers for the 2025 filing season. Beginning the week of Feb. 5, our experienced IRS Certified Tax Volunteers will be preparing and electronically filing Federal and Maine income tax returns. We will be […]