DEAR SUN SPOTS: In preparation for its newest gallery exhibit about shoes, “Footwear: From Function to Fashion,” Museum L-A’s guest curators are searching for more information about the shoe industry in Auburn. Museum L-A has heard through various sources over the years that Auburn was once known as the “White Shoe City of the World.” […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: While doing research on my family just this morning, I retrieved an article from the Lewiston Daily Sun archives regarding my dad, Laurence Bryant, who was critically injured in a hunting accident on Oct. 24, 1957. Upon reading the article, I learned that the kind acts of the community of Otis Mill […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Thanks for all you do! I’m wondering if someone in the New Auburn area is available to shovel a walkway regularly and efficiently? — Denise, no town ANSWER: It’s a wonderful thing to have dependable people to help with this chore, and especially for seniors living alone it’s a godsend. I’m putting […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine (CRCWM) is looking for people to volunteer in the following capacities: supervise drop-in hours, assist with mailings and phone calls, create cards and notes to send to patients, do light cleaning, and assist with opening the center for classes and programming, including set-up and monitoring the […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Is anyone interested in speaking up for a Maine foster child? The Maine Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Program is holding its spring training for volunteer advocates on March 19-22 in the Augusta area. The four-day training is free. Attendees learn about all aspects of child advocacy work in order to be […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the Jan. 21 Sun Spots, that bright, visible object in the sky is the planet, Mercury. It rises a tad before dusk and remains visible until the sun is rising and it’s too bright to be seen any longer. I look at it many mornings and have for a long time. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I would be thankful if you could list businesses where I can drop off items to be consigned on eBay. I am having difficulty locating anyone who provides this service. I will travel to drop items off. Thank you. — Emily, no town  DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are so helpful to so […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Gina Mason Moxie Memorial Moxie Parade, to be held during the 37th Lisbon Falls Moxie Festival on July 13 at 10 a.m., will have floats, clowns, many Kora units, music and more. Our goal this year is to have our biggest parade yet and we want everyone to take part. In […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Harlow Gallery in Hallowell invites artists to submit artwork to Art2019, the 24th annual juried show and second to be held at their new location at 100 Water St. Art2019 will be on view May 10-June 15, and an opening reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Regarding the mystery photos by Russ Dillingham that appear in the Sunday paper, does he take a picture every day or does he have a bunch on hand? I enjoy them and have known some of the pictures, but haven’t got picked yet. — No name, no town ANSWER: Russ is such […]