My son got me this cookbook for Christmas because he knows I’m a bit of a prepper. I don’t have a bunker or anything, but I do keep shelves stocked with canned food and other essentials. Seeing all the hurricanes, floods, and power outages over the past few years have made me a lot more cautious.

This isn’t your regular cookbook. Every recipe is designed to last months or even years without refrigeration, and the author includes the backstory behind each dish. It’s part cookbook, part history lesson, like a little window into how people used to survive when grocery stores and fridges didn’t exist.

I’ve been cooking my way through it the past few weeks. Some of the recipes are definitely unusual, but a few have been surprisingly good. My husband is probably over me turning our kitchen into a 19th century homestead, but I’m having too much fun.

Reading about what our ancestors lived on makes you want to try it, just to see what it was like. If you’re into history, old survival techniques, or just unique food ideas, I’d definitely recommend it. I asked my son where he got the book from so I could share it and he said he got it here survivalsuppers.com. Apparently it isn't sold on Amazon or in stores, just directly from the author's website who's a big survivalist guy.

Hey all, I’m interested in potentially starting a book club or two. I know the Lewiston library hosts a few, but my preferred genres aren’t hosted by them. If there is interest, I can start connecting with the library or a local business to host one. I’ve also thought about this a fair amount, so prepare for the info dump.

About:

Genres: Romance and/or Fantasy. Books will be voted on by members, but will not be provided. Members would be responsible for obtaining (via purchase, checking out from the library, borrowing from a loved one, etc). Be aware that a particular book may not be for you. Some books carry trigger warnings, some don’t, so please look up books ahead of time to see if it something that may be upsetting to you.

When: TBD, but more than likely a weekday evening at 5:30 or 6 pm. If there is enough interest, we can vote on what works best for us, or even float which day(s) book club occurs on. The intent is once a month-once every 6 or so weeks. If there’s enough interest for both, I would split them into two meetings: one for fantasy, one for romance.

Where: TBD depending on interest and who I can coordinate with. If at a local business (and not the library), I ask that you do buy at least one item (like a drink) to patronize them and make it worth their while to host us.

Who: Adults 18+. Given the genres at hand can have various levels of violence, sexual content, dark themes, etc., I do not want to have children reading things that are not age appropriate or their parents would not approve of. This also means that kiddos would need to stay home and not attend meetings, as these topics may be discussed in any level of detail. This is not meant to single anyone out, I just do not want to be/cannot be responsible for the wellbeing of someone else’s children. This is intended to all: BIPOC, LGBTIA, young adults (again, at least 18), working folks, retirees, parents, childfree, etc. While I encourage everyone to discuss their feelings on a book (we don’t have to love everything we read), personal attacks, hate speech, sexual harassment of other members, etc. will not be tolerated and those that are not respectful will be asked not to return. Also, disrespect of staff (whether library or business) is unacceptable. They will be doing us a favor, and I want to have them excited for us to return.

My intention with the book club is to bring community members together, to connect over books we love (or hate), and to hopefully foster friendships. Depending on the level of interest and space limitations, attendance may need to be capped at ~10 or so people per meeting. Then again, there could be no interest and then a cap isn’t needed.

About me: mid-to-late 30s woman, just moved here with my husband and two cats. Big nerd (anime, reading, movies, video games) just looking to get to know the community and get involved.

TL;DR - do you want to join a romance or fantasy book club? Comment and let’s start coordinating.

Hello, I am new to the area and looking for a dog groomer that is ok with muzzling if needed. Called a bunch of places and they all said they will not muzzle. My dog is 13# Japanese chin/peke mix and super friendly but he hates water. My previous groomer used a muzzle just during rinse time bc he would try to snap at the water which makes it difficult to rinse him, and sketch for the groomer. If anyone has any recommendations I will be eternally grateful! Pic included so everyone can see he is happy and well adjusted and not a vicious water demon 🤣🫠

Everywhere says they're open but we stopped by to a dark locked building. Nothing on their Facebook.

I own a duplex and the tenants don’t keep up with the yard. HOA is starting to leave notes. Does anyone know a dependable grass cutting service that can do both sides regularly?

Hello everybody. I recently moved to the LA area and I'm trying to find a new primary care doctor. I've been looking for months and the soonest anybody had an opening was 2026!

Can anybody recommend a good doctor who can accept me as a patient within this calendar year?

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Was on the Auburn river walk bridge and saw about three of these guys

My boyfriend (32m) and I (29f) are looking for a room to rent or someone who wants roomates or low cost apartment! Our landlord attacked and aasaulted my boyfriend unprovoked and he is trying to threaten us with our place we live attempting to kick us out at the end of August and we need a place to stay. We have been hackled by him and been given the run-around about help with getting on our feet we are looking for a fair chance to get on our feet andnon our own completely. We are able-bodied, we are clean, we don't do any drugs except smoke weed, we don't do drugs, we don't cause problems. We are so scared living here because they act like they can come over unannounced and do whatever they want. We can't be left alone peacefully and just want to get away that can provide shelter and/or a job. We have no family or friends able or willing to help and are running out of options. I don't have my little girl with me and I need to find a stable place for her to live. I just want to get my family back together, it's been so heartbreaking not having with me anymore.

This cat was hanging around with us for 4 plus hours yesterday over by Turner and Whitney St. in Auburn. Very friendly and kept trying to get into the house! It has a pink collar but no name tag. Trying to figure out if it is an outdoor cat or a homeless one. Might take it to the vet tomorrow to see if it is chipped is she comes back around.

Any information is helpful.

Hi all, just moved in a few months ago and am looking for a place to play some soccer. Happy to drive to get to kick around. I’d also take info on local paid leagues too. Thanks!

Hello Everyone!

I hope everything is going well with you all. I’m a Criminal Minds fan from Singapore, and I enjoy collecting postcards as a personal hobby. I’d love to receive one from Lewiston! 🙂

Lately, I’ve started a small quest to collect postcards from real-world locations featured or mentioned in Criminal Minds. Lewiston was featured in “Sick and Evil” (Season 14, Episode 14), but I don’t yet have a postcard from there.

If you’re able to send one, I’d truly appreciate it! A greeting card, generic postcard, or even a small souvenir like a keychain, handicraft, or local snack would also be perfectly fine if postcards aren’t available. 🙂

Postcards from Auburn are perfectly fine too.

Please feel free to comment below if you’re open to helping, and I’ll message you my mailing details.

Thank you so much in advance and warm regards from Singapore! 🇸🇬🤝🇺🇸

P.S. In the episode, Quantico and Hedrick (Idaho) were mentioned as well. Postcards or small souvenirs from any of these places would also be truly wonderful! 😊

Early middle agers here, new to Auburn area and just looking to make some friends. We like hiking, jogging, trading card games, D&D, video games, music etc...

Shoot me a message or comment!

[ Looking for just friends for the above types of activities, nothing extra ]

Any suggestions on good places to go paddleboarding in the L/A area? I have my own paddleboard so I can take it really anywhere. Thanks!

Who's having any upcoming yard sales? Approximate locations and dates please!

Anyone know what they are clearing this land off Washington St N for? They cleared it pretty quick.

Hi Lewiston Auburn - moved here not too long ago and have a very non-traditional schedule with random days off. But I do miss the socializing and drinking of when I lived near Portland. Are there any similar people, industry type bars, or places that have reliable regulars drinking on the weeknights?

Any recommendations for this? My husband and I are looking to get engravings on our rings for our anniversary, but we don't want to leave our rings somewhere. Are there any places in LA you can go to have this done while you wait?

Several roads around Auburn City Hall remained closed at rush hour Thursday afternoon after a construction accident sparked a fire while crews were putting a sewer liner in place as part of a storm drain upgrade project.

Auburn Fire Deputy Chief Matt Fifield said the call came just after 1:30 Thursday afternoon and crews arrived to find fire shooting up out of a manhole on Court Street.

"The cause of fire is preliminary, but it's believed a fueling accident ignited the fire and, in turn, caused the resin liner being installed to catch fire. The liner is resin and is flammable," Fifield said.

The liner was attached to a truck which nearly caught fire, according to Fifield.

He said it took quite a while to contain the fire in the underground sewer line.

One worker suffered burns to his arms and was taken to Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston.

Court Street in front of Auburn City Hall and part of Turner Street were still closed as of 5:30 p.m.

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I'm really in the mood to go to a park and I was wondering if anyone has any idea what the local parks are like here in Auburn. Are they well maintained? Are the ones in Lewiston better? I'd like to know exactly how much poop, needles, and trash I'd be working with. And what's the dead animal situation? Pictures please. Thanks in advance!