DEAR ABBY: A year ago, I met a wonderful man on a cruise. We hit it off fabulously, and since we live 1,000 miles apart, we stay in touch primarily by phone — talking and video chatting. He has come to visit me four times in the past year, and we have taken two trips […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Refuse to let outside interference disrupt your intentions or lead you astray.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Ksenia Solo, 37; Bruno Mars, 39; Sigourney Weaver, 75; Chevy Chase, 81. Happy Birthday: A passionate approach can be magical if your words are eloquent, meaningful and uplifting. Approach each day using your skills, gifts, physical strength and courage, and you’ll have a positive impact. Follow your plans; there is […]
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Posted inDr. Roach
Diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos requires the help of specialists
DEAR DR. ROACH: After 11 years of medical uncertainty, over 50 doctors, and my daughter’s diligence, my 19-year-old granddaughter was finally diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). This is a rare condition that affects the connective tissues and comes with a variety of issues, most of which she has experienced. While it was a blessing for […]
Posted inSun Spots
Fall festivals, pumpkin contest planned in Hanover, Lovell, Poland
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Gardner Roberts Memorial Library in Hanover will hold its 15th annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Once again, I’m asking you to let people know about this fun event. We will have live music, a yard sale, book sale, crafts and a craft material […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Works by two photographers on display in hospital gallery
Photographs by Gene Hamm and Richard Plourde will be on display during the month of October in the Woman’s Hospital Association Rotating Art Gallery at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. Hamm developed an interest in photography thirty-five years ago. After retiring from the Navy, he has spent the last twenty years traveling and photographing […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Witch’ opens 39th season for Mad Horse Theatre
The 39th season of opens with “Witch” by Jen Silverman opens the 39th season at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, at Mad Horse Theatre in South Portland. Additional showtimes are scheduled through Nov. 3. In this Maine premier, a charming devil arrives in the quiet village of Edmonton to bargain for the souls of […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
UMA to host panel discussion on Women in Illustration at Danforth Gallery
A panel discussion on Women in Illustration presented as part of The Great State of Illustration in Maine exhibition will be held from 12-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8, in the Danforth Gallery in Jewett Hall on the campus of University of Maine at Augusta. This free lunch-time event includes pizza and the opportunity for […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
UUCB Concerts for a Cause presents an evening with Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt
UUCB Concerts for a Cause presents an evening with the renowned folk singers Sally Rogers and Claudia Schmidt at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Brunswick UU Church in Brunswick. All proceeds from the concert will be given to this season’s charities, Brunswick Area Teen Center and Maine Family Planning. Sally and Claudia, […]
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Battle of the Blends XXIX — an a cappella extravaganza — returns to Lewiston
The Maine Music Society will hold the 29th annual Battle of the Blends at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Franco Center in Lewiston. This much-loved event brings together five outstanding vocal groups for an evening of diverse a cappella performances, from jazz and barbershop to rock ‘n’ roll and Renaissance music. Hosted […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
New York City comics Matt Vita and Collen Doyle coming to Great Falls Comedy Club
The pair also produces the Vermont Comedy Festival.