DEAR SUN SPOTS: I wanted to reach out to let you know about an exciting upcoming event that might be of interest to your readers. The Great Falls Model Railroad Club will be hosting our annual ExTRAINaganza, a seasonal fundraiser, at 144 Mill St. in Auburn on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 23, 24, and on […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Tinpanic Steel Band to play holiday favorites at FEZtival of Trees
The Tinpanic Steel Band will perform holiday music at the FEZtival of Trees from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Kora Shrine Temple in Lewiston. Tinpanic is a 10-piece calypso orchestra comprised of musicians from the L/A area and surrounding towns. The annual FEZtival of Trees includes dozens of decorated trees to be […]
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SeniorsPlus hosts art exhibit celebrating older adults
An art exhibit celebrating the creative talents of older adults in the SeniorsPlus Opening Minds through Art program will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, at SeniorsPlus in Lewiston. OMA, a unique art program designed for people with dementia, encourages self-expression and connection by focusing on creativity and imagination. Paired with trained […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Nov. 21
100 Years Ago: 1924 The home of Silas Sprague at West Waldoboro was burned early Thursday morning, the family escaping in their night clothes. Lowell Creamer a boarder was dragged unconscious from the window of his room. He soon revived. The fire caught around the chimney. Nothing in the house was saved but the livestock […]
Posted inDear Abby
Friendship with hiking buddy trips up marriage proposal
DEAR ABBY: I’m a 64-year-old guy. I am single and have two daughters and four grandkids. A young woman (“Sarah”), who is my daughter’s age, and I have been hiking buddies for the past five years. I treat her like my third daughter and a family member. Sarah is married, and her husband does not […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Weighing the pros and cons of getting a hepatitis B vaccine
DEAR DR. ROACH: I would like to know your opinion on the hepatitis B vaccine and its pros and cons. I’m a 39-year-old man who is thinking about potentially getting one. — Anon. ANSWER: Hepatitis B is a viral illness that can cause both acute and chronic liver disease. It’s much better to prevent it […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Refuse to let anyone take control if you want to secure your position or take responsibility for your own concerns.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Carly Rae Jepsen, 39; Jena Malone, 40; Michael Strahan, 53; Goldie Hawn, 79. Happy Birthday: Hit the reset button and implement a strategy that promotes thought followed by action. By taking care of business before pleasure, you will relieve stress and enjoy downtime to the fullest. Turn your journey into […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lisbon area food pantry seeking donations for annual Christmas Craft Fair fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Lisbon Area Christian Outreach Food Pantry in Lisbon Falls is asking for the public’s support for their annual Christmas Craft Fair. The event will be held at the Lisbon Falls Baptist Church on Route 196 in Lisbon Falls on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafters who would like […]
Posted inEncore
Cultural fusion comes to life with ‘¡Hanukkah Mexicana!’ at the Chocolate Church
A HYBRID CELEBRATION OF JEWISH-MEXICAN HERITAGE Oy-le! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of flavor, music and cultural celebration as the Chocolate Church Arts Center presents “¡Hanukkah Mexicana!” This hybrid event combines the rich culinary traditions from the acclaimed Jewish-Mexican cookbook “Sabor Judío” with a live concert featuring Veronica Robles’ all-female mariachi band and Maine’s […]
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A Motown Christmas with Pat Colwell & The Soul Sensations is planned at Johnson Hall Opera House
A Motown Christmas with Pat Colwell & The Soul Sensations is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at Johnson Hall Opera House, 280 Water St. in Gardiner. The Soul Sensations are a Motown/Memphis Soul Revue celebrated with soulful versions of classic carols by the Temptations, Booker T. and the MG’s, the Supremes, Otis Redding, […]