DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Knights of Columbus Council 10019 will be holding a blood drive at the parish hall of Holy Trinity Church, 67 Frost Hill Ave. in Lisbon Falls, on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 1 until 5:30 p.m.

Call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment or visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and enter HTC to make an appointment. Power Red donations will be accepted. Walk-ins are also welcome. — Raymond, no town

ANSWER: Currently, there is an urgent need for Type O blood. If you’re unable to give blood, you can make a financial contribution or volunteer. There’s always a way to help.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Would you be able to find out if Tractor Supply is still going to built in Turner? — Bob, no town

ANSWER: Remember, these things take time, especially these days. Significant added expenses for materials and labor, staffing issues, and other unforeseen complications often equal project delays.

I attempted to find an update and last I knew, the permit was given to Tractor Supply back in March 2024 and is good for two years. Readers, if you know anything that will be helpful in answering this question, please chime in.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re looking for crafters and vendors for Farwell School’s 55th annual Pumpkin Festival to be held in Lewiston on Sunday, Oct. 19.

If you are interested in participating, please contact us  at [email protected] for an application or inquiries. — Amanda, no town

ANSWER: October seems like a long way off right now but it’s always best to be preparing early. I have a daughter who does craft fairs and she books herself months in advance. Fall is the busiest time for these events and there are many craft fairs to choose from.

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Drop In Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn is currently looking for more volunteers to cover our Saturday hours.

Our program is 100% operated by volunteers. Tasks include helping in the kitchen, interacting with guests, stocking shelves, filling guest orders, fundraising, marketing, and making purchases on behalf of the center.

Please email [email protected] to fill out a volunteer application or to learn more about how you can support The Drop-In Center. Your support is accepted with kindness and gratitude.

ANSWER: Even if you have only a little time, there could be something you can do at the Drop-In Center to make someone else’s life better.

The organization is always accepting donations as well. These can be dropped off at the Center during operating hours (Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.) For virtual donations, please use our GoFundMe at https://www.gofundme.com/f/nfdvs-help-for-the-homeless?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer and our Amazon wish list at https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NQD7D8H6L6H7/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1?fbclid=IwAR2zjWXYDWXV4TPi-TirM5elJWGO64csfuBwcG1VZo82cCVXA8mn0HaPQFE.

More information can be accessed at https://www.pleasantstreetdropincenter.com/.  –No name, Auburn

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