DEAR SUN SPOTS: My family has two table top-size printing presses, along with trays of typeset from the late 1950s-early 1960s. We’re looking for names and addresses of specific collectors and hobbyists. Please call 357-1049. — Barbara, Roxbury
ANSWER: You may want to put the word out to antique dealers, historical societies, drama clubs or theater groups (to be used for props), and schools in your area. Someone might know of someone and be able to connect you with just the right person or organization. Let us know what happens.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The folks at Montello Heights at 550 College St. in Lewiston are having a garage sale Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in our community room. — Chris, no town
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The First Congregational Church of Andover will host the Annual Birthday Supper on Saturday 5 p.m. The menu includes pot roast, potatoes, carrots, rolls and, of course, birthday cakes. Donations will be accepted.
This Birthday Supper has been a tradition for 70 years. There will be a decorated table and a cake for each month of the year. All are welcome. — Trudy, Andover
ANSWER: This is a very sweet tradition where generosity is served up with delicious food. I’m happy that it’s still going after all these years.
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Wales Presbyterian Church Women’s Group Yard and Bake Sale will be held Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 668 Pond Road/Route 132 in Wales.
For more information or to donate items (no clothing), contact Cheryl Foss at 754-2926 or Susan Bisson at 754-4185.
ANSWER: This means it’s time to go through our basements, attics, garages, closets and drawers to find all the things we no longer use and donate it to a good cause.
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