DEAR SUN SPOTS: I know this is a last minute request but while decorating the Foss Mansion for our open house and Santa Tea this coming weekend, someone suggested it would be a great time to collect prom dresses for our spring 2018 Prom Gown Giveaway. As you might remember, the Woman’s Literary Union opens […]
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Cub Scouts seek toys; chocolate mousse recipe requested
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lewiston Cub Scout Pack 116 will host our Annual Toy Drive at Central Maine Medical Center on Thursday, Dec. 7, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Stop by to drop off your NEW, UNWRAPPED toy and join the Scouts to make a homemade keepsake ornament. The event will take place in the […]
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There are many ways to give this season
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Loaves & Fishes of Sabattus has been chosen for the Hannaford Cause Bag program for the month of November. Visit the Hannaford on Sabattus Street in Lewiston before Friday, Dec. 1, and purchase the Fight Hunger bags. Loaves & Fishes will receive 25 cents for each bag sold and you’ll have shopping […]
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LAHS Project Graduation, kitty fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Fundraising for the annual Leavitt Area High School 2018 Project Graduation is underway. With the holidays upon us, please consider making a donation to this great cause. The goal of the committee is to raise $18,000. We’re looking for donations of quality items, vouchers for useful services, and/or cash donations. The annual […]
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Balloon Festival music; let it snow!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Several weeks ago I approached a few members of the Balloon Festival Committee about having a Pal Hop reunion at the Balloon Festival next year on Saturday from 8 to 10 p.m. on the main stage. They were very excited about it. I have two committed bands, The Travelers and The Rockin’ […]
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Drafty windows, cozy afghans
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have been installing clear plastic over my thermopane windows to make three layers to help keep the heat in. My kids say I shouldn’t. I say it helps and I remove it in the spring. Who’s right? We argue year after year. — No name, Livermore ANSWER: I spoke to Rick […]
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Birthday for Chummy, Arena Snacks
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Wendell “Chummy” Broomhall, a two-time Olympian and the oldest living member of the Chisholm Ski Club, will celebrate his 98th birthday Dec. 3. Last year, the Chisholm Ski Club sponsored a card campaign for Chummy’s birthday and he received almost 150 cards! Let’s blow that number out of the water this year […]
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Holiday food collection, craft fair
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This Saturday, Nov. 18, St. Mary’s Food Pantry will collect food and donations at Shaw’s Supermarkets in Auburn and Lewiston from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a school bus in front of each store to collect food that will be given to families in need in Auburn and Lewiston. […]
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Craft supplies, Beck's address requested
DEAR SUN SPOTS: This is in response to the Friday, Nov. 10, Sun Spots regarding knitting supplies. The Lewiston Public Library would be a good place to donate them! We’re getting a knitting group started where anyone can come and learn how to knit or show others what they know. Needles and yarn can get […]
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Holiday fundraiser, syrup-making supplies
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Center for Wisdom’s Women, a weekday drop-in center where women help women thrive, is hosting its annual Holiday Fair on Saturday, Dec. 2 (snow date Dec. 9), from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 97 Blake St. between Pine and Ash streets. The center’s social enterprise, Herban Works, will have its […]