DEAR SUN SPOTS: Since 1993, Knucklebusters Motor Club has held a Father’s Day Car Show/Cruise-In behind Hodgman’s Frozen Custard Stand on Route 100 in New Gloucester. This year’s is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 19. Admission is free but cash donations are accepted at the gate to benefit Safe Voices (Working […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Damariscotta gallery displays Waldoboro couple’s art
River Arts is set to showcase the paintings of Polly McGrory and Wolfgang Busse from Thursday, June 9, through Wednesday, June 29, in the River Room at 36 Elm St. Plaza in Damariscotta. This show features the landscapes, seascapes and portraits created by this couple from Waldoboro. According to a news release from the gallery, […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
The Elm to feature Juston McKinney Saturday
Juston McKinney will take the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 11, at The Elm, 21 College Ave. in Waterville. Doors open at 7 p.m. McKinney is a former Maine Deputy Sheriff turned national comedian. He has multiple appearances on the Tonight Show w/ Jay Leno & Conan O’Brien. He also has two one-hour specials […]
Posted inDear Abby
Boyfriend seems interested only in partner’s bankroll
DEAR ABBY: When my boyfriend found out I have the money to do it, he asked me to pay off his car. Now, because I said no, he won’t answer the phone or talk to me. I have helped him in the past, but he continues to ask me for money. I think he’s using […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 6
100 Years Ago: 1922 The letters “l-i-b-r-a-r-y” have been formed on the lawn fronting the Pine Street side of the Lewiston Public Library. They have been planted with flowers and are due soon to bloom, as in past years. 50 Years Ago: 1972 Between four and five hundred Cub Scouts in the Abnaki District assembled […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Slow heart rate recovery after exercise can be a telling sign
Dear Dr. Roach: I am 77 and exercise regularly. I just got a fitness tracker to monitor my heart rate, etc. I have always been very slow to get back to a resting heart rate. For instance, if I get my rate up to 130 beats per minute during exercise, it will be at 90 […]
Posted inHoroscope
Taurus: Consider alternatives and consequences, and you’ll come up with a plan that works for you and your budget.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Aubrey Anderson-Emmons, 15; Ashley Park, 31; Paul Giamatti, 55; Robert Englund, 75. Happy Birthday: High energy and added discipline will set you on the right path this year. Don’t hold back when picking up the pace and staying focused on what’s important to you will take you where you want […]
Posted inSun Spots
Bike found, lost car key finds its owner
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a bicycle that looks new in Auburn. It had been there for a week and perhaps fell out of a truck so I brought it home and repaired it. Please contact me if you have lost your bike. My email is gerrytheclockman@gmail.com. —Gerry, Auburn ANSWER: What a kind person you […]
Posted inDear Abby
Sisters of abuse survivor are demanding an apology
DEAR ABBY: I survived 17 years of abuse. I’m slowly healing and now in a healthy relationship I enjoy. My ex did what most abusers do in these situations: He isolated me from my family. He would force me to say mean things to my sisters and parents to keep them away and make them […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Think big, but maintain a minimalist attitude. You’ll come out on top. Force someone’s hand if necessary.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mike Fisher, 42; Mark Wahlberg, 51; Ron Livingston, 55; Jeff Garlin, 60. Happy Birthday: Take the path that leads to solidarity. Join special-interest groups and explore what’s available. Figure out how to use your skills to take advantage of opportunities. Suit up and put your energy to work for yourself […]