DEAR SUNSPOTS: Regarding the reader who wants Teddy bears made from her mother’s wedding gown (Aug. 24 Sun Spots), Debby Berry of Auburn made an adorable teddy bear out of my mom’s favorite sweatshirt. You can see her creations on her Facebook page, Hip Nana Creations. — Joanne, Leeds ANSWER: I looked up Debby’s Facebook […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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ELHS Class of ’65 reunion committee is seeking classmates
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again, the Edward Little High School Class of 1965 reunion committee is asking for your help to reach classmates who have changed their address, email, or Facebook connection. It’s important for them to know that our 60th reunion will be held Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at […]
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Lewiston Public Library seeks lace tablecloths, china teacups | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Public Library will be holding its first Literary Ball on Saturday, Oct. 18. The ball commemorates Jane Austen’s 250th birthday and the theme will be the Regency era. In preparation for the ball, the library is in the process of sourcing china teacups and lace tablecloths. If anyone has such […]
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Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Festival draws thousands to Litchfield for 63rd event
Spectators, campers and musicians converged for the 4-day event last weekend.
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Maine’s best bets this week: Bonnie Raitt and the Windjammer Festival
You can also dance to the music of Funkationland and shop at the Old Port Makers Market, both in Portland.
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Spaghetti dinner benefit for Liana Henault | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A spaghetti dinner benefit is being held for Liana Henault of Turner. She is fighting a very rare and aggressive form of cancer called PEComa. The dinner will be held at the Boofy Quimby Hall, 96 Howes Corner Road in Turner, on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for […]
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Week in Photos: Aug. 16-22, 2025
Sun Journal photographers choose their favorite photos from the past week.
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Searching for gold in Swift River a family affair
Chesterville family relaxes and pans for gold Thursday morning on the Swift River.
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Minot Historical Society to host Peter Geiger
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Minot Historical Society will meet in the Event Barn at Hemond’s Motor Cross, 695 Woodman Hill Road in Minot, on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 5 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Peter Geiger, editor emeritus of the acclaimed Farmers’ Almanac. The almanac, of Lewiston, … offers readers long-range weather predictions, humor, […]
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Ebike demonstration to be held at USM’s L-A campus | Sun Journal
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Maine Cycling Club is hosting a free demonstration of ebikes (electric assist bicycles) at the Lewiston-Auburn campus of University of Southern Maine, 51 Westminster St. in Auburn, from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept 4. The demo will be presented by the Bicycle Coalition of Maine. Riders can try out the bikes […]