The Auburn Community Concert Band, under the direction of Milt Simon, will kick off its annual summer series of weekly outdoor evening concerts at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, at Festival Plaza in downtown Auburn. This year marks the organization’s 43rd anniversary. Founded by director Milt Simon in the Fall of 1981, the group […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Rangeley Community Chorus seeking new members
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts is regrowing the Rangeley Community Chorus and is welcoming new members. All are welcome to join from teens to senior citizens. People interested do not need to live in Rangeley to be a member, all that is required is a love for singing and the ability to attend most […]
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Johnson Hall Opera House presents ‘Concert for Robin’ to honor local musician
An afternoon fundraiser and celebration of Robin Worthley’s life with Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations along with Remarks, Bob Rasero and the Renovators, and The Laura Hudson Project will be presented beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, at Johnson Hall Opera House in Gardiner. Our talented friend and partner in crime for […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Muscle aches and joint pain occur after starting more meds
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 65-year-old man. In May 2023, I had a major heart attack. Three stents were installed. I have been doing well since the heart attack, except I now get bone and joint pain and aches. I have lost 85 pounds. My blood pressure is very good now, as is my […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife prepares to run off with husband’s best friend
DEAR ABBY: I have been married to “George” for 35 years. I was pregnant when I married. We had dated only five months. We came from families that believed you had to “do the right thing” and get married. I love my husband, but never as deeply as I thought I should. I had feelings […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on June 12
100 Years Ago: 1924 A corps of earnest, sincere men and women are at work making their first reaches for a goal that will not be achieved before October. And then, when it is achieved, it will only be by virtue of unceasing work from now until the Harvest moon is shining. But it is […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: A practical approach to helping others will establish what you are willing to do and save you money.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Georgina Campbell, 32; Eamonn Walker, 62; Scott Thompson, 65; Timothy Busfield, 67. Happy Birthday: Take a step back, analyze situations thoroughly and refuse to let your emotions interfere with your decisions. High energy can have a significant impact on how situations unfold. Be patient, listen, learn and decide what’s best […]
Posted inSun Spots
Yard sales, Bible school and bean supper are filling up weekends this month
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Mexico Congregational Church, UCC, the “Green Church,” at 163 Main St. will hold its annual Summer Sale Spectacular on Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attic treasures, household goods, books, puzzles and much more will be displayed on the front lawn. There will also be a bake sale. Raffle […]
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Auburn Suburban fields at a standstill, awaiting help from private investors, financial institutions
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Nothing seems to be happening at the location of the proposed addition to the Auburn Suburban fields on Garfield Road. Is this project ever going to get done? — Louise, no town ANSWER: According to Realtor Travis Bashaw, who was on the board of Auburn Suburban when his company assumed the land […]
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Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival coming to Litchfield Fairgrounds
Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival is celebrating our 60th festival at the Litchfield Fairgrounds from June 20-23 — with early bird camping starting June 14. Bring your lawn chairs and come have a great time. An extra-large tent is ready for rain or shine cover. The festival location has that “Welcome Home” country atmosphere. The festival […]