DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m curious about who occupies the two buildings between Gee & Bee Sports at 190 Mt. Auburn Avenue and BJ’s. Years ago, Smart Start and Annie Woodbury School were in these buildings. I see many cars around but not a lot of people. Can you satisfy my curiosity? — No name, Auburn […]
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Alzheimer’s Benefit Thank You
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On The Longest Day,, June 21, Oxford Hills Duplicate Bridge held two bridge games to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association in conjunction with the American Contract Bridge League. These games were conducted all over the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our bridge club solicited sponsors and brought in over $14,000 again this year […]
Making It with Moxie
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Moxie Festival Team wants to remind everyone in Sun Spots Land that it’s not too late to enter the Moxie Recipe Contest to be held on the evening of July 12 at the Lisbon High School cafeteria. We all know that Moxie is not only “wicked good” but is the perfect cooking […]
Singers and musicians needed for Bill of Rights concert
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We need local singers and musicians to take part in the Maine premiere of The Bill of Rights: Ten Amendments in Eight Motets. The glorious concert will take place in Auburn on Sept. 22. Rehearsals are getting underway for the chorus, and soprano, alto, tenor and bass singers are welcome to join […]
Readers seek contact info, frosting recipe
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have been unable to locate the phone number of Honor Flight Maine that you gave some time ago. Can you repeat it for me? Thanks. — William, West Paris ANSWER: The contact information for Honor Flight Maine is P.O. Box 1770, Portland, ME 04104-1770; (207) 370-7210; MaineHonorFlight@gmail.com. DEAR SUN SPOTS: We […]
Lost FitBit and TV antenna troubles prompt readers requests for help
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost my FitBit watch on June 18, possibly near Tire Warehouse. If found, please call me at 212-4113. — Fred, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: Clover Health Care is hosting its Early Bird Harvest Craft Fair on Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We’re currently looking for crafters. Table […]
Museum L-A plans Family Play Day; senior citizens needs leaf pickup
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Museum L-A is reaching out to families with young kids as well as others who care for children, whether they be grandparents or other child caregivers. We want to get the word out that the museum is holding an outdoor Family Play Day at the site of our future home in the […]
Reader asks about newspaper columns, weather data
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You know everything. Where is the Adams’ column? She wrote of gardening and geese. Where is Mr. Neal’s column? His column was in the Sunday Sun Journal. Where is “Check it Out”? The column is greatly missed. And in regards to the new weather format, what is “wx”? — Jay, Jay ANSWER: […]
Owner of lost keepsake gold chain and anchor offers reward
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You’re my last resort. On June 6 I lost my precious gold chain with a little gold anchor on it. My heart is broken as this is a sentimental item. I’ve checked everywhere I’ve been and have had no luck. I’m hoping a Sun Spots reader may have found it. I will […]
Information provided for making teddy bears from fur coats
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have information about making teddy bears from fur coats (June 18 Sun Spots). Contact “Teddy Bears by Paulette” at 784-6728. — Carolyn, no town DEAR SUN SPOTS: A month ago I wrote to find out if certain schools keep past school photos and records of report cards. You had said to call […]