DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have lost my favorite winter hat. It’s reversible, black on one side and red on the other, and has a large pink flamingo pin on it. I probably lost it on Dec. 16, maybe in the parking lot of the Franco Center. If anyone has found it, please call me at […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: In regard to the column on Dec. 21 regarding our business Beyond Shoe Repair, we apologize for any inconvenience caused in our abrupt move from Auburn to Wilton. We planned on doing a later move with lots of forewarning. However, we were informed back in October that a new business would be […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Catholic Charities Maine SEARCH Program is in need of donations of colorful four-ply yarn for our volunteer knitters. We also have a need for more knitters and community volunteers to support our isolated seniors. Thank you so much for your continued support of our program. For more information, please contact wrussell@ccmaine.org or […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]