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Karen Kreworuka

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  • Published
    January 9, 2022

    Longtime steward of Maine lakes drawn to water, training others

    Silver Linings: Scott Williams, 73, retired recently as executive director of Lake Stewards of Maine, a nonprofit that has trained some 5,000 volunteers to monitor lakes and ponds over the past 26 years.

  • Published
    December 12, 2021

    ‘Can-do’ couple from Greene win the 2021 Andrus Community Service Award

    Silver Linings: Joyce and Carl Bucciantini are retired educators who volunteer for AARP.

  • Published
    November 28, 2021

    How to make an evergreen wreath

    Get 3-foot branches of white pine or balsam fir. Trim them to about 6 inches. Get floral wire at a craft or floral shop. Pick out a few brightly colored items such as berries, holly and pinecones. Get a sturdy wire coat hanger and fashion it into a circle. Or you can buy wire frames […]

  • Published
    November 28, 2021

    Making holiday decorations is a longstanding tradition in Maine; here’s how to get started

    Whether you’re trying to save money, upcycle or create personal gifts, here are tips on making your own holiday gifts, decorations, wreaths and displays from Maine pros and aspiring amateurs.

  • Published
    November 28, 2021

    Marge Kilkelly’s directions for making ornaments, gifts

    ANGEL WING EARRINGS OR ORNAMENTS Supplies: head pins, small pliers, beads, angel wing beads, earring wires and safety backs. Time to make: 20 to 30 minutes. Take a head pin and select a bead that has a body shape to slide on the pin. Add angel wing bead. Add small bead for head and then […]

  • Published
    November 14, 2021

    Bethel focuses on building an ‘age-friendly’ community

    Silver Linings: The Bethel area was among the first to join the national movement to help people age in place.

  • Published
    November 14, 2021

    Buy nothing, build community: Area Buy Nothing groups are saving money while helping neighbors

    The groups are springing up around the region as people find a new way to bond with neighbors, fill needs and reduce the waste stream.

  • Published
    November 14, 2021

    Buy Nothing rules

    1. Give. Ask. Borrow. Lend. Share gratitude. We are a gift economy movement. Uphold the Buy Nothing ethos. 2. Keep it legal. Anything legal is allowed as a gift/ask. Follow all national and local laws, as well as this platform’s Community Guidelines/Regulated Goods list. 3. Show your humanity. No cruelty, harassment, or hate speech. The Buy Nothing […]

  • Published
    October 28, 2021

    Where to rent rug shampooers in Lewiston area

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Where can I rent a rug shampooer in the Lewiston area? I can’t afford a professional service. — Colette, Lewiston ANSWER: According to my Rolodex, you can rent a Bissell shampooer for $29.99 for 24 hours, or for $39.99 for 48 hours at these locations: Lowe’s, 650 Turner St., Auburn, 207-514-2300. Aubuchon, 572 […]

  • Published
    October 28, 2021

    Reader looking for chrome molding service in Lewiston-Auburn area

    DEAR SUN SPOTS: Would you or the readers of Sun Spots know where I can have someone put chrome molding around my windows and doors on my SUV, somewhere in the Lewiston-Auburn area? The vehicle is all black and I would like to dress it up a little. Thanks. — Richard, No town ANSWER: I could […]

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