DEAR ABBY: My best friend is getting married next year and is planning for her bachelorette party. Right now, they are looking at places that have a three- or four-night minimum and would cost each person more than $500. (That’s just to rent the place.) It wouldn’t cover food, gifts, etc. My friend isn’t a […]
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Bachelorette party planning foreshadows expensive trip
DEAR ABBY: My best friend is getting married next year and is planning for her bachelorette party. Right now, they are looking at places that have a three- or four-night minimum and would cost each person more than $500. (That’s just to rent the place.) It wouldn’t cover food, gifts, etc. My friend isn’t a […]
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Libra: A positive attitude and transparency will appeal to the type of people you want on your team.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Leonardo DiCaprio, 49; Calista Flockhart, 59; Demi Moore, 61; Marc Summers, 72. Happy Birthday: Set the stage for what you want to accomplish this year. A systematic approach will eliminate doubt and encourage swift action. Don’t let situations you cannot control slow you down. Use kindness and consideration, and you’ll […]
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Mollyockett Chorus to perform benefit concert in Norway Nov. 17
NORWAY — The Mollyockett Chorus plans to perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at the First Universalist Church of Norway, 479 Main St. Each year the a cappella chorus adopts a theme for selecting the songs its members will sing that season. This year’s theme is “Your Flight Has Been Delayed.” […]
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Mollyockett Chorus to perform for benefit concert
The Mollyockett Chorus, renowned a cappella singers, will perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at the First Unitarian Universalist Church in Norway. Each year the chorus adopts a theme for selecting the songs they will sing that season. This year’s theme is “Your Flight Has Been Delayed” – songs we […]
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Le Bon Truc brings French folk dance music to Oasis of Music
Le Bon Truc will perform at the Oasis of Music beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. Le Bon Truc plays French folk dance music: bourrées, branles, mazurkas, laridés, schottisches, valses, and more. This trio’s beautiful dance music reflects more of what is popular in France today than in […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center plans Stand Up Comedy Series
A Johnson Hall Stand Up Comedy Series event is set for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at The Blind Pig Next Level, 11 Mechanic St. in Gardiner. Hosted by Mark Turcotte, the event will feature some of New England’s funniest comics presenting their unique brand of humor. Those who attend can hear jokes about life […]
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‘Elf the Musical’ to be staged at Waterville Opera House
“Elf the Musical” is set for Nov. 17-26 at Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St. in Waterville. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17, 18, 24 and 25 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 19, 25 and 2. The story is based on the book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin with music by Matthew […]
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Looking Back on Nov. 10
100 Years Ago: 1923 A huge electric sign claiming to be the largest “this side of New York City” was attached to the building occupied by the New England Furniture Co. at 155 Lisbon St. Saturday morning. The sign is 48 feet long and 4 feet wide and has 860 electrics. It was made by Gibson of […]
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Virgo: Participate in functions that allow you to spread your ideas and drum up support.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Miranda Lambert, 40; Ellen Pompeo, 54; Tracy Morgan, 55; Michael Jai White, 56. Happy Birthday: Take the high road and do what you do best. Structure your time to ensure your success. Use your charm, experience and connections to help you go the distance. Opportunities are yours to make and […]