DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hopeful Sun Spots readers can help me. I’m looking for an elephant costume for my grandchild, size 5-6, and am willing to pay a fair price for it. Please call 240-3738. Many thanks. — No name, no town ANSWER: Be sure to check out Goodwill. There may not be costumes on display right […]
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Little libraries planned for Mechanic Falls
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My sixth-grade class is taking on a project to give back to the community of Mechanic Falls. We’re discussing the possibility of building little libraries and placing them throughout the town in time for Community Day on June 1. From the first moment, students have been all over this idea. Our goal […]
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Special Olympics annual Yard Sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Friends of Special Olympics in Jay will be having its Annual Yard Sale on June 15th from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. If anyone has any new or slightly used items they would like to donate, please call me and we can make arrangements to pick them up. You can also drop donations […]
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Hoping to return Bradley’s baby quilt
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I recently bought a baby quilt at a thrift store in Auburn. It was beautifully handmade by a great-grandmother for her new great-grandson, Bradley, born in 2007. I would like to offer this back to Bradley to be treasured for the special gift it is. Please call me at 577-5507 and identify […]
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Get your Moxie on
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I heard that there are special Moxie T-shirts for sale and I want to find out where and when they can be purchased. I have to have one! Can you help? — No name, Lisbon ANSWER: Well, it just so happens that I have an “in” with the upcoming “Moxie-ness”, just another […]
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SeniorsPlus engages and supports elder community
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m a senior citizen with no family in the area and could use some help. Is there a senior center where I can get information, be involved, and make some friends? — Curtis, no town ANSWER: There is a wonderful place in Lewiston that can meet your needs. SeniorsPlus at 8 Falcon […]
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Plant sale just in time for mom
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Annual Plant Sale and Bake Sale sponsored by the Lisbon United Methodist Church in Lisbon Falls will be held Saturday (just in time for Mother’s Day) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is at 14 School St. The event raises money for local and regional missions, nonprofit organizations offering […]
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Historical Society seeking items for yard sale
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Historical Society is seeking items for its annual yard sale to be held June 1st from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items may be dropped off at the Rumford Center Town Hall on Wednesday, May 22, after noon until 3 p.m. No clothing will be accepted. Large furniture items may […]
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Reader recommends PBS documentary “Being Mortal”
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I read an article about a film called “Being Mortal” by Boston surgeon Dr. Atul Gawande. I would very much like it to be shown in this area. I’m sure it would get a good response as it sounds interesting. Thank you for the good job you do helping so many. We […]
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Good Samaritans, Kitchen Cabinets
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Last Thursday night on the way back from a Danville Junction Grange meeting, emergency vehicles tending to a car accident blocked the road. I had to turn around, but had no idea where I was in the dark because I wasn’t paying attention, and I didn’t have my phone. Can you please […]