The music of Ukraine will be presented in a benefit concert in celebration of Ukraine Independence Day at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27, at The Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. Titled “Flowers & Songs from a Ukraine Garden,” the event will feature the Maine Balkan Choir and the Huddled Masses Orchestra, […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Celebration Barn to deliver double-billed evening of shows
“Carnelian” by Lex Brown followed by “Adventures” by Bill and Fred Productions will be presented beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 25, and Saturday, Aug. 26, at at Celebration Barn in South Paris. This double-billed evening will begin with a live performance of the New York Times Critic’s Pick “Carnelian,” a new musical that […]
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Maine writer Bruce Robert Coffin to speak at Norway library
The Friends of Norway Memorial Library will host Maine author Bruce Robert Coffin, who will talk, read from his work, answer audience questions, and sign books, from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 7, at Norway Memorial Library. Coffin is the award-winning author of the bestselling Detective Byron mystery series. A former detective sergeant with over […]
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Smithsonian curator to present lecture at Bates College
Ashleigh D. Coren is a Bates College alumna (Class of ’05)
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Film of 1975 Poland Spring fire to be shown at Poland Spring Museums’ All Souls Chapel
The film features an edited version of the original WMTW-News 8 live footage of the fire
Posted inDear Abby
Man’s risque questions to others bother wife
DEAR ABBY: My husband has, for years, felt the need to talk filthy and ask sexual questions of other women. It bothers me something terrible. He’s upset that I ruin his “fun,” and insists he isn’t hurting anyone and that he likes being the life of the party. We have fought over this for years, […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Aug. 23
100 Years Ago: 1923 Announcement was made at the White House today that Mrs. Coolidge would retain Miss Laura Harlan, daughter of the late Associate Justice Harlan, as her secretary. Miss Harlan was secretary to Mrs. Harding. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Motorists traveling from Auburn to Lewiston by way of the Third Bridge will soon […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Don’t venture down a path to avoid friction. It’s up to you to make decisions that help you forge ahead instead of fast-forwarding someone else’s agenda.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jeremy Lin, 35; Scott Caan, 47; Shelley Long, 74; Barbara Eden, 92. Happy Birthday: Slow down, think matters through and build a solid foundation this year. Plan every move and follow through with strength, courage and facts to ensure you reach your target and maintain your reputation. Refuse to let […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Ovarian cancer screening is sought by woman at increased risk
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 70-year-old woman. I have asked my doctor for genetic cancer screening and was told I didn’t need it unless I had symptoms. I had a hysterectomy, but I still have my ovaries. My maternal grandmother died of ovarian cancer. My mother had an ovarian cyst removed when she was […]
Posted inSun Spots
Referrals for elder care attorney requested from those with real-life experiences
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m looking for an elder care attorney and since I’ve depended on advice and recommendations from Sun Spots readers for many years, I’d like some referrals from readers with real-life experiences with local attorneys. So readers, will you help me please and thank you? — Essie, Poland ANSWER: Sun Spotters, please write […]