DEAR SUN SPOTS: As the summer season progresses in the herb garden, we are finding we could use some extra helping hands to harvest, weed and maintain the gardens. If you are interested in volunteering for either a day or on a regular basis, please be in touch via email at alliearmstro@gmail.com or signelynch@gmail.com. Thank […]
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You-pick berries; lawn care help needed
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The former Roaring Brook Nursery on Route 126 in Wales (639 Gardiner Road) has reopened. It is now called The Earley Farm & Nursery and it has blueberries and raspberries available for picking. It is on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheEarleyFarmandNursery. You can also reach it at info@theearleyfarm.com, or call at 207-375-3129.—Jon, no town […]
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Lost glasses, raspberries, face masks, sale elicit questions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I lost a pair of reading glasses Saturday afternoon, July 11. I went to a number of places including Blackie’s Vegetable Stand, Greenwood Orchards, Harbor Freight, Shaw’s in Auburn and Hannaford in Lewiston. I contacted each of these places and they did not have any glasses turned in yet. I’m hoping a […]
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Slushy machine needed for college scholarship fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We need to borrow a slushy machine for the Woman’s Literary Union Scholarship Fund Garage Sale. It will be held Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St. in Auburn. Rain date is Sunday, July 26. Many glasses and cups have been collected and […]
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Retiree seeks resources to restore vintage Philco phonograph
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m trying to restore a 1950 Philco radio/phonograph. I got the radio going great, but need help with the phonograph and would appreciate any help, advice or references to complete this retirement project. Sun Spots has been so helpful to so many for so many years that I hope you and other […]
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Readers report lost and found items and store with red hot dogs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: On Monday, July 6, my son and I were on our way to Portland where he had eye surgery. He put my iPad on top of the car, but I did not know that and drove away. The iPad is nowhere to be found, not surprising. It is an older model and […]
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Releasing butterflies and supporting bees
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Androscoggin Home Healthcare + Hospice is currently accepting orders for the annual Butterfly Release Ceremony. Please join us for a uniquely beautiful way to remember and honor loved ones. While we won’t be able to gather together as we have in the past, we are continuing this moving tradition in a different […]
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Looking for someone to do organ repairs
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My Hammond organ needs help and probably a new speaker. The repair and parts people are in Chicago. I’m hoping someone a bit closer can rescue me and bring back the music. Thanks for being our helpful hero! — Anne, Auburn ANSWER: In the Rolodex I have Nick Orso Organ Service in […]
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Reader loses pouch with precious photo memory cards
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I need your help and think your column reaches more people than my little Facebook group so I’m reaching out to you as well. Friday night, July 3, I went to Walmart with all my SD memory cards to print some photos. I had six or seven cards in a small black […]
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Chainsaw claimed, shortcake recipe found
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to let you know that the second time you ran my letter in your column regarding the chain saw I found on my property, it brought results. The owner called and identified the chain saw then picked it up later in the afternoon. I’m so thankful that we have an […]