DEAR SUN SPOTS: On behalf of the Waterford Grange, I would like to thank you for your help in making this summer’s craft and flea market a success. I would like to remind your readers that there are only two weeks left until our summer sales end. We will be open the last Friday and Saturday in August, as well as the first Friday and Saturday of September, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.
We have a large assortment of hand-knit hats and mittens for children and adults, as well as other knit, sewn and crocheted items, and crafts made by our members and friends. Our flea market treasures include a large selection of books and toys for all ages, dishes and small appliances. It also includes a large selection of picture frames, and a variety of pocketbooks, baskets, and sports and travel bags, as well as roller blades, two daybeds, an organ, a wedding gown, a kitchen sink, and many other items.
Drop by and check us out. We are on Route 35 beside the North Waterford Post Office. There’s something new each day. Money raised will go to supporting local charities as well as making needed repairs to our aging building. Our newest repair projects include painting, electrical upgrades, and setting aside money for an elevator to enable easier access to our beautiful upstairs meeting hall. Sincerely, — Mary DeLorenzo, Overseer, Waterford Grange.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have found an old baby spoon with the name Jennifer on it and the date April 1977. If anyone owns this, I would like the person to have it. It’s Rogers silver. Call me at 743-0555. — Myrtle, Norway.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’ve written you before with good results. Maybe you know someone who can repair my CD player and also someone to repair my Kodak camera. — Jeanne, Lewiston.
ANSWER: Unfortunately, these two products are not as widely used as they used to be, so a good repair person is hard to find. The cost to repair your CD player will likely cost more than buying new; in fact, you can purchase a new CD player at Wal-Mart for as low as $16.
You do have some options for repairing your camera. Your first step is to take your camera to the store where it was purchased or to a camera store, such as Photo Market in Portland, and have it diagnosed. They should be able to tell you if it is a simple fix like a new battery or charger or if it is something more serious. If it is a more complicated repair, it will need to be sent to the manufacturer or a manufacturer-authorized service center. There are very few of these in New England, so it may take weeks to be returned and the cost is often over $100.
If your camera is older or uses film, it becomes even more difficult to get it repaired. Some manufacturers no longer exist or no longer service their older models. One of the closest places for film camera repair is Vermont Camera Works in Pittsford, Vermont. They can be reached at 802-483-9357 or email vcw@vermontcamera.com.
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