ANSWER: Sun Spots is unable to find updated information on the female singing group to which you are referring. It’s possible that they are no longer performing together locally. There are some other options, however, if you are searching for an opportunity nearby to stretch those vocal cords.  Maine-ly Harmony is a women’s competing chorus […]

ANSWER: According to the column that was published on Thursday, Sept. 1, “Shawls should be 58 to 60 inches long and 23 to 24 inches wide when completed. We want the patient to be able to wrap it around their shoulders comfortably so they do not have to hold onto it to keep it on. […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Hi, I am trying to find local fairs — in Oxford and surrounding towns — where I can rent a table to sell hand-crocheted hats. The fairs would have to be in September and early October. Can you help? Thank you. —  Pat, No Town.   ANSWER: The best place to find […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Volunteer Office of Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice is looking for volunteers once again to knit and/or crochet comfort shawls that will be included as part of a special package for our Hospice patients and families. This is part of our “Peaceful Passages” program, developed as a way to inspire, support […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Good morning. Regarding the column mentioning the reader who needs a basement cleaned out, our business does exactly this, and has for the past two years. In fact, we were mentioned in Sun Spots a couple of years ago and Kathryn Skelton did a write-up on us a year ago. Heritage Collectibles […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: What is the normal amount you should give when tipping? If you ask five people, you get five different answers. — John, Rumford. ANSWER: Tipping does vary widely depending on what the service is for which you are providing the gratuity, and how you, the consumer, rate that service. However, since many […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for someone or a company that can remove furniture items from my mother’s basement in the Auburn area. The Salvation Army will not accept certain items. And Goodwill no longer picks up. Thank you for your help. — Bonnie, Auburn.  ANSWER: Various local cleaners, including ServiceMaster which has offices in Auburn […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Once again I need the “low down” and I know just where to go to get it. Someone went through a lot of time and expense to beautify the corner of Randall Road and Sabattus Street. Who did it? And, any future plans to develop this lot to more than a lawn? […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: Where can I purchase powdered egg whites? I have searched high and low. Any help would be much appreciated. — Nancy, no town. ANSWER: Powdered egg whites are often used to make royal icing, so many stores that sell cake-decorating supplies will have them available in that section. You might also find […]

DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hosting a Mexican Fiesta theme party and I was thinking of ordering flan for desserts, but I can’t find a bakery where I can order one to feed my 30 or so guests. Do you know where I might be able to find one? Alternatively, I could make some if it’s […]