Write to know: Seeking help with indoor garden
Couple seeks grow lights for indoor garden
Dear Write to Know: We are an elderly couple on a fixed income, so we have to stretch our food dollars each month. We want to supplement our limited food budget this winter by growing some nutrient dense healthy herbs, cherry tomatoes, baby lettuce, etc. We need grow lights or grow kits. Any indoor gardening items would be so very appreciated, as food, especially healthy food, has skyrocketed in price these days. Cell: 508-274-4116. Text only, please. Thank you.
L.L., Mashpee
Dear L.L.: We hope our generous readers can help you out. Thanks for providing your contact information.
PBS canceled 'Beat the Press' in August
Dear Write to Know: What happened to the PBS show “Beat the Press” with Emily Rooney? We looked forward to watching it every Friday night. Thanks for your help.
C.T., Hyannis
Dear C.T.: This long-running show was canceled by WGBH in August after the show went on a summer hiatus. Rooney hosted the program for 22 years. For more information, visit pbs.org.
Homeless reader seeks help with renovation
Dear Write to Know: I desperately need help! I lost my lifelong home to a reverse mortgage two years ago and have been homeless since. My aunt has a cottage in her back yard that needs to be remodeled and she gave me permission to live in it if this can be done. The trouble is, we are all poor and cannot afford to do it and it is not livable the way it is. There is no housing available in Provincetown where I live, especially one that will take me and my four rescue cats. This is my only opportunity for housing and winter is coming. Does anyone know of any place or organization that will do free remodeling or could help fund this project? We need help. I am desperate and have tried everything. Phone: 703-943-9689.
P.N., Provincetown
Dear P.N.: If you can find a business or organization to help you, you can apply to the Needy Fund for help. Applicants submit their need to the Needy Fund, which in turn pays for the goods or services — a heating bill, for example — through a voucher system. Donations, which are tax deductible, may be made at needyfund.org. Checks can be made payable to the Cape Cod Times Needy Fund and mailed to Cape Cod Times Needy Fund, P.O. Box 36, Hyannis, MA 02601. Those needing assistance may contact the Needy Fund at 508-778-5661 or 800-422-1446.
We also hope you get some calls from our readers who might be able to help you out. Best of luck!
Thanksgiving dinner at Hearth 'n Kettle
Dear Write to Know: Do you know if the (Hearth 'n Kettle) will be serving meals on Thanksgiving Day? We miss the one in Orleans but will travel for the chance to eat there on this special day. Thanks.
P.G., Orleans
Dear P.G.: The (Hearth 'n Kettle Restaurants have two locations on Cape Cod: Route 28, South Yarmouth, and 1225 Iyannough Road #3, (located in the Cape Codder Resort & Spa), Hyannis. They will be serving complete Thanksgiving dinners from 11:30 a.m. until closing. A roast turkey dinner is available as well as prime rib and broiled scrod. Reservations are suggested so call ahead: 508-394-2252 (Yarmouth) or 508-568-2935 (Hyannis). You can also visit their website at www.HearthnKettle.com.
GIVEAWAYS
Dear Write to Know: Hi, I have a never used walker and a tall walker boot free. Call 508-790-0675. Can deliver.
N.G., Centerville
Dear Write to Know: Free three-cushion, traditional Ethan Allen sofa in good condition. Blue, mauve, and white plaid. 508-771-7562.
J.C., Hyannis
Dear Write to Know: We have a 27-inch Flat screen TV with remote to give away to a family or organization. We are also giving away a new (in its original package) Every Drop ice and water refrigerator filter that is certified for Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Jennair, and Kitchen Aid. Filter number is EDR4RXD1 (equivalent to UKF8001) for System models W11256135 and W11311161. Call 508-428-3389 or email debass1@comcast.net.
D.B., Centerville
NOTES TO READERS
To H.M., West Barnstable: A reader sent this in: “I am a freelance court reporter and would be interested in being contacted by this person. I live on the Cape. My cell number is 413-636-6418.”
This article originally appeared on Cape Cod Times: Cape Cod readers reach out for help with garden, homelessness
