The Charlotte Hobbs Library Speaker Series welcomes Terry Martin, author of “And Poison Fell from the Sky: A Memoir of Life, Death and Survival in Maine’s Cancer Valley” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 18, at the Charlotte Hobbs Library in Lovell. Terry Martin, a registered nurse originally from Rumford, grew up grateful for the […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Final weekend for ‘Spring Awakening’ at Community Little Theatre
The Community Little Theatre production of “Spring Awakening,” directed by Becca Tinkham, will wrap up with performances at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12, and at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, and Sunday April 14, at Community Little Theatre in Auburn. “Spring Awakening” is based on the 1891 work of the same name written […]
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Drunk in Public to play at Mixers
Drunk In Public will take the stage on Friday, April 12, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band plays a blend of classic rock, pop, country, 80’s, 90’s, and alternative. There is no cover charge and plenty of free parking. Mixers is located at 136 Sabattus Rd., Sabattus.
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on April 11
100 Years Ago: 1924 “The Silver Grays” enjoyed their usual jolly dancing party Thursday evening at ST. Rocco’s Hall. Waldo Street. in Rumford. The committee in charge being, Dr. C.F. Davis, Alfred Sparks, Robert Harris and Harold Poor. 50 Years Ago: 1974 A new city electrician was hired today by the city of Auburn. He […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Ibuprofen needs to be used in caution after hernia operation
DEAR DR. ROACH: My second inguinal hernia operation resulted in pain and a lot of blood in my groin area. I can understand why I was prescribed acetaminophen, but I am confused about ibuprofen. It’s a blood thinner, and I am not sure if my blood needed thinning, since there was plenty of blood in […]
Posted inDear Abby
Spouse endures second loss after wife’s passing
DEAR ABBY: I am trying to come to terms with the passing of my wife, “Charlotte,” a month ago. Many old friends and family have been supportive. What hurts, in addition to my grief, is the silence from a particular couple. For years, we were very close with this family when we both had young […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Gauge relationships strategically. Refuse to let emotions taint your perspective.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Milly Alcock, 24; Joss Stone, 37; Teo Yoo, 43; Jennifer Esposito, 51. Happy Birthday: Spice things up. Make grand gestures that impact you and those close to you. Open the door that leads to possibilities and positive change. Put your energy into making your dreams a reality. Be the one […]
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Franco Center in Lewiston welcomes volunteers to provide guided tours to schoolchildren
DEAR SUN SPOTS: For those who don’t know this, the Franco Center at 46 Cedar St. in Lewiston is the former St. Mary’s Church and is now a performing arts and heritage center. The building is beautiful with its stained-glass windows and Gothic-styled architecture. It was once a Catholic church built and used by the […]
Posted inEncore
Wicked Illustrations to host annual Student Art Show
Celebrate the accomplishments of youth artists during our 16th annual Student Art Show from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, at Wicked Illustrations in Lewiston. Artwork from K-12 students will be on display from Lewiston Public Schools, Saint Dominic Academy and Wicked Illustrations. An awards ceremony will be held at 1:30 p.m. Awards are given […]
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Dan LaMorte to headline two shows at Great Falls Comedy Club
Stand-up headliner Dan LaMorte will perform two shows beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 12, and Saturday, April 13, at Great Falls Comedy Club in Auburn. LaMorte was chosen as one of the prestigious New Faces at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal. When not on the road, he is a fixture […]