Several genres of music, along with some comedy, will be happening on big outdoor stages this summer.
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Looking Back for May 17, 2025: Lewiston high school too small, record young anglers, and Jack DeCoster’s flies
Looking Back for May 17, 2025
Children’s Tea at the Foss Mansion set for Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Woman’s Literary Union will present a Children’s Tea at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn, on Saturday, May 17, with seatings at 9 and 11 a.m. The cost is $5 per child and $10 per adult. Dolls can attend at no charge. There will also be a child and […]
Reader requests birthday cards for mother’s 95th celebration May 30
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My mom is turning 95 years young on May 30. My siblings and I are gathering birthday cards for a surprise “card shower” for her. I would be most grateful if you would publish my request so Sun Spots readers can send her a card. No money or gift, just a card. […]
Looking Back for May 18, 2025: A zeppelin in Poland Spring, a lion on the lawn, and Andy Rooney in New Gloucester
Looking Back for May 18, 2025
Drop-in Center clothing giveaway needs volunteers, donations
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Drop-in Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn (formerly Pleasant St. Drop-in Center) needs volunteers and donations for its big Clothing Giveaway on Sunday, May 18, from noon to 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend this giveaway put on by the Auburn Age Friendly Committee. Volunteers are needed Saturday, May […]
Looking Back for May 14, 2025: Not naked babies, strict bike laws, and tilted twig moose
Looking Back for May 14, 2025
Rumford Hospital Auxiliary holding its Annual Spring Yard Sale on Saturday
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Annual Spring Yard Sale on Saturday, May 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 209 Lincoln Ave. in Rumford. The Auxiliary has operated the sale since 1994. It has become a popular community fundraising event and brings together many River Valley residents who support […]
Community Little Theatre in Auburn soars with ‘magical’ version of ‘The Little Prince’
Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s classic runs through Sunday at the Auburn theater.
Spring Harvest Supper served Saturday at Auburn church
DEAR SUN SPOTS: West Auburn Congregational Church at 811 West Auburn Road is hosting a Spring Harvest Supper on Saturday, May 17, from 4:30-6 p.m. The menu includes turkey, ham, potatoes, sweet potatoes, squash, carrots, corn, rolls, beverages and desserts. The cost of the meal is $13 for adults, $5 for children ages 4 to […]