Dear Sun Spots: Would you be able to tell me where I could find a business in the Lewiston or Auburn area that sells new karaoke machines and mikes, and services them? – No Name, No Town.

Answer: Sun Spots spoke with Jeff at L-A Music Factory, 48 Commercial St., Lewiston, (207) 783-0058 who says they carry high-end equipment, the kind that disc jockeys or bands use. You may want to contact him to discuss your needs. Jeff would be happy to assist you and recommends you call him first. If you are merely looking for something for the children in the family, you might want to check a store such as WalMart, Target or Circuit City to obtain a less-expensive machine.

Dear Sun Spots: I am the Lewiston Middle School sewing teacher, and I am in need of some more fabric to make pillows and a quilt with the eighth-graders. If anyone has scraps of fabric they would like to donate, it would be a big help to my program. You can drop of any fabric in the main office at LMS. Thank you to all who are willing to help! – Annette Caldwell, Lewiston.

Dear Sun Spots: Help! I am looking for information on “Chivalry Arms Live Steel,” featuring Lord Alexander. This event was to be at the Balloon Festival. The rain kept me away, and I am hoping there is a reader in the area who has photos. Or if Sun Spots has any details of this presentation, I would sure appreciate it. Please contact Heidi at (207) 375-4435. Thank you kindly. – Heidi, No Town.

Answer: In addition to responses from readers, you might want to check out http://w3.ime.net/~barak/events.htm for more on this group.

In the meantime, you might be interested in Ye Olde Medieval Faire being held at Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick, this weekend, Oct. 9 and 10. It is the second annual Faire to be held at Thomas Point Beach in Brunswick on Columbus Day weekend. Admission is $15 for a family of four ($5 per member thereafter), $10 per couple and $5 per person. Children under 3 are free.

There is lots of fun stuff going on: There will be period musicians, merchants, a re-enactment group, medieval bow demonstration, a scholars pavilion, carriage rides, Knights in Shining armor wielding their swords, The Disonartes, The Freeport Drama Club will perform, and there will be big chicken legs and hot mulled cider, plus lots of kids stuff and fun family things going on. The Faire is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Faire Lady will leave some information at Drapeau’s Costume shop, 95 Lisbon St., Lewiston, for anyone interested in contacting her.

Dear Sun Spots: The Leavitt Area High School will hold its 28th annual craft fair on Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This craft fair is always held on Veterans Day. Please come join us. I can be reached at (207) 225-3533 for more information. Alternatively, those interested can call (800) 498-8014. – Susan Stevens, No Town.

Dear Sun Spots: Could you please advise me on how to whiten a wool sweater that has turned a cream color over time. Thank you for your time in this matter. – No Name, No Town.

Answer: In addition to responses from readers, you may want to try the following tip:

Soak it overnight in a solution of OxiClean and cold water. Rinse thoroughly, squeeze out excess water and wrap in towel to take out additional moisture and then dry flat after shaping.

Dear Sun Spots: We have three brand-new, unused laser toner cartridges, Stock No. S1BCB091A free to any nonprofit organization that can use them. Please call (207) 755-4221. Free for the asking. – No Name, No Town.

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