Dear Sun Spots: I have 20 mouse hats and tails made for “The Pied Piper” play, which was put on by Wales’ students. If anyone would like them for a performance, free of course, please call (207) 998-2804.

Also, I wonder if there is an address in Maine to send a letter to Mrs. Barbara Bush. I understand it would not be a personal one, but perhaps an office. Thank you. – Bea L., No Town.

Answer: Unfortunately, Sun Spots does not have a Maine address. However, you might like to send letters to her at: Mrs. Barbara Bush, c/o Michele Whalen, 10000 Memorial Drive Suite 900, Houston, TX 77024.

Dear Sun Spots: I am a new resident in Minot and am interested in finding out if there are any organizations for newcomers. Or is there a Welcome Wagon that provides information to new residents of the area? I am particularly interested in information on childrens’ play groups and baby sitters/baby-sitting agencies. Perhaps there are baby sitters organized through the local colleges or “Moms Day Out” type groups? Any information you can share is greatly appreciated. – Brenda W., Minot.

Answer: In addition to responses from readers, you might want to check out the following www.newcomersclub.com/me. This Web site has several Maine links that might be of interest to you.

Dear Sun Spots: Would anyone in your reading audience like a set of the Book of Knowledge and “Lands and People?”

Or might you know of a used-book store that might like these? They are not new, but much of the information is still pertinent. They are free for a phone call to (207) 784-7232. Thank you for the responses I’ve received from previous requests. This is a great service you provide. – No Name, No Town.

Answer: In addition to responses from readers, try contacting the following to see if they might be interested in taking these books off your hands:

The Page Turner and Pages Already Turned, 247 Lisbon St., Lewiston, (207) 753-1112, Artios Books at 180 Turner St., Auburn, (207) 786-4007, and Pepperell Books in Lewiston, (207) 344-6900.

• To the readers looking for craft fairs: The following is wide variety that might also work for you:

Livermore Falls, Saturday, Oct. 9: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Eaton Memorial United Methodist Church. Cookie walk, hydrangeas, food table, pickles and preserves, muffins and coffee.

Salem, Saturday, Oct. 9: A Whatever Sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Salem Community Building, Route 142. Crafts, baked goods, plants, books, puzzles. Sponsored by Salem Pine Tree Ladies.

Turner, Thursday, Nov. 11: Leavitt Area High School’s annual craft fair, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information: contact Susan Stevens, 225-3533 or 1-800-498-8014.

Oxford, Saturday, Oct. 16: Harvest craft fair, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Public Safety Building, 701 Main St. For more information: 671-4460.

West Paris, Saturday, Oct. 23: Fall fair and flea market, 9 a.m., Grange Hall, Church Street. For table rental, contact Elsie, 674-3544.

Sabattus, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8 and 9: Fall bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dominican Convent, 61 Lisbon Road. Clothing, furniture, crafts, baked goods, light lunch available. For more information: contact Sister Lucille, 375-8399.

Manchester, Saturday, Oct. 16: Craft and collectible show, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Grange Hall, Route 202, Lewiston Road. Admission, $1.50. Sponsored by Manchester Grange 172. For more information: contact Anne Whitman at 622-1338.

Auburn, Saturday, Nov. 20: Gingerbread Fair, First Universalist Church. FMI or table rental: contact Mary Lou Hofmann, 777-1833.

Auburn, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 8 and 9: Fall bazaar, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St. Antiques, jewelry, holiday items, white elephant goods, fabrics, yarns, books, CDs, videos. Benefit for Auburn Public Library.

Minot, Saturday, Nov. 6: Craft fair, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Minot United Methodist Church. Homemade food, cookie walk, Rada (kitchen) knives, silent auction. FMI: contact Lynn Berube, 998-2974.

Auburn, Saturday, Oct. 16: Woman’s Literary Union’s Apple Festival, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 19 Elm St. Includes The Apple Core, featuring apple décor or motif items; Apple Bake Shop, featuring apple desserts and pastries; and the Apple Diner.

This column is for you, our readers. It is for your questions and comments. There are only two rules: You must write to the column and sign your name (we won’t use it if you ask us not to). Letters will not be returned or answered by mail, and telephone calls will not be accepted. Your letters will appear as quickly as space allows. Address them to Sun Spots, P.O. Box 4400, Lewiston, ME 04243-4400. Inquiries can also be posted at www.sunjournal.com in the Advice section under Opinion on the left-hand corner of your computer screen. In addition, you can e-mail your inquiries to mmaxwell@sunjournal.com.


Only subscribers are eligible to post comments. Please subscribe or login first for digital access. Here’s why.

Use the form below to reset your password. When you've submitted your account email, we will send an email with a reset code.