Dear Sun Spots: I am looking for used camping equipment for 12 boys ages 14 to 17. I am trying to help initiate a program for boys in care and treatment, and we believe that outdoor experiences would greatly enhance their personal growth and development. I especially need small backpack tents, washable sleeping bags and pack frames. I am able to do some minor repairs and can travel within about 50 miles of Rumford to pick up items. Perhaps someone has updated their equipment or there are old Scouters that no longer need the small backpack tents. I can be reached at blongway@peoplepc.com or 364-3557. Thank you. – No Name, Rumford.
Answer: In addition to responses from readers, you might want to check with your local Salvation Army or Goodwill store, which may have some on hand. In addition, Sun Spots would encourage you to also check your local Play it Again Sports store where such items can also be found for a pretty reasonable cost.
Dear Sun Spots: We need academic/Literacy Volunteer tutors.
SAD36/Jay Adult and Community Learning Center, located at 19 Main St. in Livermore Falls, is seeking tutors to assist in various areas for individuals involved in improving their basic literacy and/or math skills for daily use; individuals working toward their GED or high school diploma; parents involved with our new CATCH the Web family literacy project.
We now have a satellite Literacy Volunteers office (same location). Our LV assistant coordinator, Cindy Langewisch, is available to interested adult ( 18 years of age through retirees) volunteers to discuss the various opportunities. Please call the office located at the SAD 36/Jay Center at (207) 897-6384 and ask for Cindy or leave a message.
Thank you for considering how you can make a difference. Remember, if you can help one person, you could change the world! – Cindy Langewisch, No Town.
Dear Sun Spots: I was a resident of 245 Park in the 1940s and 1950s. Does anyone have a photo of this building? I can be reached via e-mail at dorot@ncia.net. – No Name, No Town.
Dear Sun Spots: To the lady looking for work on her cabinets: She may want to call Selmore Manufacturing, 52 Whipple St. in Lewiston, (207) 782-3780. Ask for Carter. He may be able to help you. – No Name, Auburn.
Dear Sun Spots: In the Sept. 6 Sun Spots column, Bethany D., Roxbury, was looking for Sweet Annie. I have some available. I can be reached at (207) 897-6692. – Angela McDaniel, Livermore.
Dear Sun Spots: Spruce gum may be found at the Better Living Center in Farmington at 181 Front St., (207) 778-6018. – Ceneretta Ward, Jay.
Dear Sun Spots: Recently on a trip to Boothbay, on our way, I believe it was in Lisbon, there were a lot of tables where they were having a flea market. I would like some information as I am interested in taking some items down. – P.L.B., Bethel.
Answer: In addition to responses from readers, Sun Spots believes you are referring to Riverside Flea Market, Route 196, Lisbon, (207) 353-2420. Please call to reserve a table by leaving your name and phone number on the answering machine.
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