DEAR SUN SPOTS: In Sun Spots on Dec. 20, someone inquired about canned Jacob’s cattle baked beans. They can be purchased at Hannaford stores. Look near the soups and corn chowder. Bar Harbor is the brand name. It’s a 16-ounce can with a dark green mountain behind a sailboat on the label. These are my […]
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Shoe repair found, household hints
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Sun Spots on Dec. 21 about Beyond Shoe Repair closing its Lewiston store, it is in Wilton now and is open on Fridays from 9 a.m to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. You can contact the business at 645-2262 or at beyondshoerepair@gmail.com. […]
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Homeless count set for January
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Point-in-Time count of 2018 needs volunteers. On one night every January all across the United States, members team with local agencies to complete a Point-in-Time count of homeless individuals. The information provides a better understanding of the factors contributing to homelessness in our communities and the number of people being affected. […]
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Mark Trail, the Christmas card movie
DEAR SUN SPOTS: What has happened to Mark Trail? It’s the first thing I read in the paper. It was so exciting and then all of a sudden the script changed. We never found out if they got out of the cave, what happened to that woman involved, and the others. It’s so disappointing. — […]
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Tile repair, business closures
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Years ago I had someone from maybe ColorTile in Lewiston install tiles in our shower. That store is now gone and the tiles need to be repaired. Is there anybody out there to help? — David, Auburn ANSWER: Here are a couple Lewiston businesses that can help make your bathroom look as […]
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Quilting class, Jacob’s Cattle beans
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Alvan Bolster Ricker Memorial Library in Poland is offering a free quilting class with instructor Cynthia Maxwell on Thursday, Dec. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. While this is mainly for beginners, all are welcome. Even if you are an experienced quilter, come and join the group for a fun and informative […]
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Christmas music, warm clothes
DEAR SUN SPOTS: There is a lovely Christmas carol I keep hearing on the radio but never catch the name of it. It is set to Pachelbel’s “Canon in D” and there are children singing. It has become a favorite. Can you find the title and find out more about it? — Karen, no town […]
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Jimi Hendrix, Hope Haven Christmas
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Had he lived, Jimi Hendrix would have turned 75 on Nov. 27. I’m a music writer based in Manchester, England, and I’m putting together a “people’s history” of Jimi Hendrix, telling his story in the words of fans who saw him in concert. I’m looking to hear from anyone who saw his […]
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Women's center seeks volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last time the Center for Wisdom’s Women had a need for volunteers, you shared the request and two perfect people came to us. Perhaps you can work the miracle again. We always need companions, such as retired social workers, teachers, therapists, counselors, chaplains and nurses. They each give a half-day per week […]
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Food and clothing for those in need
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Catholic Library will be closing the Blessed Mother’s Food Pantry on Friday, Dec. 15, until the spring. Approximately 200 pounds of assorted bagged, canned and packaged foodstuffs; 60 pounds of assorted Prince pasta; 50 pounds of gluten-free assorted specialty flours and meals; and 10 frozen 15-pound turkeys are available for […]