CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mila Kunis, 41; Halle Berry, 58; Jackee Harry, 68; Steve Martin, 79. Happy Birthday: When in doubt, delve into research, educational pursuits and questioning experts. Focus on personal growth and what makes you happy. Explore the possibilities, and refuse to let anyone stand in your way. Uncertainty stems from poor […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Aug. 14
100 Years Ago: 1924 Mayor Brann is waiting for the aldermen to take action and the aldermen are waiting for their special committee to report, and the committee is waiting for Mayor Brann to recommend, and Lewiston’s much needed grade school is still “in the air.” 50 Years Ago: 1974 The 60th wedding anniversary of […]
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Posted inSun Spots, Uncategorized
Pleasant Street Drop-In Center looking for donations for women, men
DEAR SUN SPOTS: North Waterford Congregational Church on Route 35 just off Route 118 at 10 Irving Green Road will be holding a public supper on Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu includes baked beans, American chop suey, cole slaw, salads, casseroles, brown bread, rolls, beverages and homemade pies. The cost is $12 […]
Posted inSun Spots
Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society to host fundraiser
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Maine Franco-American Genealogical Society (MFGS) is holding a garage sale fundraiser at 1313 Riverside Drive in Auburn on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come browse our great eclectic collection of household items, CDs, books, puzzles, crafts, tools, etc. as well as genealogical research aids, maps and plates. […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Opening planned for exhibit of works by Keita Whitten Foster
Denmark Arts Center
Posted inEncore
With ‘infectious joy and energy,’ Community Little Theatre’s ‘The Prom’ takes on small-town intolerance and show-biz narcissism
The Lewiston/Auburn Community Little Theater has long featured large casts of local talent in its shows. It may have outdone itself on that score with its current production of “The Prom.” The stage is literally teeming with a remarkable, richly talented cast, the majority of which is made up of infectious, energetic and invested Gen […]
Posted inDear Abby
Woman tired of connecting friends at her own expense
DEAR ABBY: I’m an outgoing person with a lot of friends, but I have begun being “ghosted” after setting up or facilitating an introduction between male and female friends. This has happened more than once when I’m pretty good friends with the guy. I introduce him to a female friend or colleague and encourage their […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Study claims to show an associated cancer risk with tattoos
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve read in several sources that tattoo ink contains known carcinogens and that getting tattooed can cause skin reactions years after. I also read that tattooing can lead to keloids. Recently, I came across a study noting that tattoos were associated with a 21% increased risk of malignant lymphoma. It said that […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Learning something new or exposing yourself to an activity or event will motivate you to make new acquaintances and introduce you to something that can augment what you already know or do.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shani Davis, 42; Debi Mazar, 60; John Slattery, 62; Dawnn Lewis, 63. Happy Birthday: Learn as you go. Don’t question your instincts or spend what you don’t have. Set high standards and rules to live by that will encourage gratitude and good health. Respect yourself, and you’ll gain the respect […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Learning something new or exposing yourself to an activity or event will motivate you to make new acquaintances and introduce you to something that can augment what you already know or do.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shani Davis, 42; Debi Mazar, 60; John Slattery, 62; Dawnn Lewis, 63. Happy Birthday: Learn as you go. Don’t question your instincts or spend what you don’t have. Set high standards and rules to live by that will encourage gratitude and good health. Respect yourself, and you’ll gain the respect […]