The newest show at the Maine Art Gallery at 15 Warren St. in Wiscasset plans to open on Saturday, Aug. 20, with seven artists who bonded during abstract painting classes at the Maine College of Art and Design. They developed a strong connection with their teacher Michel Droge, and chose to repeat their class several […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
New boyfriend’s late wife still hovers over his life
DEAR ABBY: I am a 42-year-old single mom who recently began a relationship with a wonderful man. I have two kids from my marriage to an ex who wasn’t very kind. We did our best for 16 years (we were young when we met) and finally had to go our separate ways. The man I’m […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Sagittarius: Be resourceful and ask direct questions that will uncover any foreseeable problems. Emotional issues will surface if you are gullible.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mila Kunis, 39; Halle Berry, 56; Jackee Harry, 66; Steve Martin, 77. Happy Birthday: Personal gain is present. An open mind will take you on a journey that changes how you see and do things. Lift any barriers holding you back, and trust and believe in your potential to improve […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Chapter 13: Murder charge lodged against Lowell
With the inquest completed that concluded the skeleton found off Switzerland Road was likely the missing Mary Elizabeth “Lizzie” Lowell, her husband next faced a preliminary examination on a murder charge before Judge Albion Knowlton that was supposed to take place in the Police Courtroom in the City Building’s basement.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Tough End String Band to perform Johnson Hall Free Waterfront Concert
Johnson Hall’s Free Waterfront Concert Series will feature Tough End String Band at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, at the Gardiner Landing in Waterfront Park. The band has been serving a spicy brew of acoustic music: old-time, bluegrass, jazz and more. Members of the band include Anthony Viselli, mandolin; Ryu Mitsuhashi, violin; Paul Riechmann, bass; […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 13
100 Years Ago: 1922 Sun newsies had the time of their lives at the Auburn YMCA when 35 out of the 74 boys responded to the invitation of Mr. Leonard to take a dip in the swimming pool. Only two boys had ever visited the institution and it was a great event. They were taken […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man’s controlling behavior still dominates ex’s life
DEAR ABBY: I was married for almost 20 years to a jealous, controlling man. “Pete” was emotionally abusive, which I didn’t really notice because I’m not confrontational. I would just try to make him happy and ignore his controlling behavior. Toward the end of our marriage, I realized how isolated I had become. I had […]
Posted inHoroscope
Scorpio: A kind gesture will do as much for you as it will for those you help. Set high standards and live up to your expectations.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shani Davis, 40; Debi Mazar, 58; John Slattery, 60; Dawnn Lewis, 61. Happy Birthday: Think it through before you spend on something you don’t need. Money matters can make or break you this year. Remain consistent, and you’ll avoid confusion. Make improvements that will encourage you to look and feel […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Encore, Lewiston-Auburn
‘Rousing rock musical’ hits the stage at Community Little Theatre
The Community Little Theatre’s production of “The School of Rock — The Musical” is a “powerhouse modern fable of music and theater,” our critic writes.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Freeport Players to presents ‘Honestly, Now!’
“Honestly, Now!” by Jack Sharkey will be presented by Freeport Players Friday-Sunday, Aug. 19-21 and 26-28, at at Freeport Performing Arts Center at 30 Holbrook St., in Freeport. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 3 p.m. Sundays. Directed by David Crowell, the play is a crime comedy set in a ritzy […]