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PublishedMarch 7, 2023
Area nonprofits listed for clothing, bedding, household donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am cleaning out closets, etc. and have clothing and household items to donate such as ladies coats, dresses, blouses and slacks, kitchen items, and bedding. Most of this stash is nearly new. I’d like to give to a few places in the L-A area and know you have nonprofits listed in […]
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PublishedMarch 6, 2023
Mexico church reschedules snowed-out supper
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thank you for helping us spread the word about the public supper at Mexico Congregational Church (“Green Church”) at 163 Main St. that had to be rescheduled. Due to a snowstorm, the supper has been moved to Saturday, March 18. The menu of boiled dinner with ham, vegetables and pie remains the […]
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PublishedMarch 3, 2023
Recipes offered for carrot cake, homemade dog food and dog biscuits
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last spring there was a carrot cake recipe in the column. I made it and it was perfect. Unfortunately, I lost the recipe. Can we have it again? — Joni, no town ANSWER: This is a good recipe. I have just dusted it with confectioners sugar after it is cool or you […]
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PublishedMarch 2, 2023
SHAREcenter has donated supplies for member organizations to use
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would appreciate information concerning the status of the SHAREcenter, including location, hours, phone number, email address and items accepted, etc. — No name, no town ANSWER: The SHAREcenter is a nonprofit program originally formed to provide needed supplies to schools and educators. It has grown to support nonprofit organizations, municipal departments, […]
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2023
Woman’s Literary Union accepting prom gowns for April 8 giveaway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You can get a free dress for prom at the Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway on Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn. To schedule your fitting, go to https://tinyurl.com/2p8ha5t5 We thank everyone who has donated gowns. We have so […]
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2023
Mexico church hosting traditional New England boiled dinner Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A public supper will be served at 5 p.m. Saturday, March 4, at the Mexico Congregational Church, UCC (the Green Church); 163 Main St. The meal will be a traditional New England boiled dinner with ham, turnip, cabbage, carrots, onions, red potatoes and biscuits, with pies for dessert. The price is $12 […]
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PublishedFebruary 27, 2023
Prom Gown Giveaway set for April in Auburn
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union Prom Gown Giveaway is almost here. Are you looking for a free dress for prom? You can get one at the WLU Prom Gown Giveaway on Saturday, April 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Foss Mansion at 19 Elm St. in Auburn. To schedule your […]
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PublishedFebruary 24, 2023
Thanks to those who paid for groceries and shoveled church walkway
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is a feel-good story: Last Friday morning, I was at Hannaford in Auburn standing at a checkout line. A woman approached me and said, “If you come over to lane 5, I will take care of you.” She was wearing a coat so I knew she was not a cashier, but […]
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PublishedFebruary 23, 2023
List of dog-friendly parks, beaches and hiking trails requested for central Maine
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is there a list of dog-friendly beaches, parks and hiking trails for central Maine? It would be great to have this information on hand. — No name, no town ANSWER: I don’t know of an actual list but dogs are welcome on all Maine state park beaches, provided they are leashed, from […]
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PublishedFebruary 22, 2023
Reader offers suggestion for woman asking about handmade heating pads
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You had a woman ask for a microwave “bag” to warm her feet in bed (Feb. 17 Sun Spots). My sister-in-law, Louise Decoteau, makes the very best rice bags. You can get small or big sizes and her prices are very reasonable. She can make whatever size you like. I pop them […]
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