DEAR SUN SPOTS: Bolster Heights would like to know if anyone has a good size fish tank and accessories that they no longer want or need. We would like to put one in our front lobby for our residents and guests to enjoy. If someone only has accessories, we would be happy to accept them as well. Thank you everyone for all you do and continue to do for our facility. We are truly blessed to have such kind and caring responses to our requests. To contact us, call 207-784-1364, ext. 119.
— Debbie, Bolster Heights Residential Care
ANSWER: Watching colorful fish swimming around can be very soothing and calming. What a nice touch an aquarium would be for the Bolster Heights Residential Care. The facility is at 6 Bolster St. in Auburn.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Hebron Historical Society will hold its annual yard sale on Aug. 20 at its home at 358 Paris Road. Any items you would like to donate can be picked up by calling 207-966-2177 or 207-966-2023.
— Conrad, no town
ANSWER: The Hebron Historical Society is just one of several such organizations that preserve historical information and artifacts and provide the public with all types of resources including documents, lectures, exhibits, documents and data. Most often, these societies are run by dedicated volunteers who donate their time and skills to keep local history alive. If you haven’t ever visited the historical society in your town, you must — you’ll be amazed!
DEAR SUN SPOTS: In case the person who asked for a chop suey recipe wanted the Chinese version, this is my mom’s recipe from when I was a child. I’m 91 now.
— No name, no town
Chinese Chop Suey
Simmer 1 cup diced onions, 1/2 stalk celery including leaves, chopped, and 1 or 2 packages of bean sprouts (depending on the amount you want) until soft in enough water come to top of vegetables. Add 2-3 beef bouillon cubes (optional). Fry one pound hamburger until done. Drain. Add vegetables to hamburger in skillet; stir to combine. Dissolve 2 tablespoons cornstarch in a little water. Add to other ingredients to thicken. Cook on low 10 minutes. Good luck and bon appetit!
— No name, no town
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m inquiring about a series on Netflix called,”Grace and Frankie,” starring Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. I was hoping you could find out if there are any more series coming out in the future. As always, your help is appreciated.
— Jeanne, no town
ANSWER: I LOVE this Netflix series and am just as excited about it as you are! The fourth season is set to air in 2018. “Grace and Frankie” is about two women who can barely get along and are forced together after their husbands announce they have been involved in a 20-year love affair and are leaving their wives and marrying each other. The storyline is hilarious and poignant, and covers some tough topics.
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