The Public Theatre plans to present “Screwball Comedy,” by Norm Foster April 29 through May 8 at the theater, 31 Maple St. in Lewiston, and video-on-demand May 3-8. Show times are 7:30 p.m. April 29, 30, May 5, 6 and 7; 2 p.m. May 1 and 8; and 3 p.m. May 6. Imagine “His Girl […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Oasis of Music to feature RagaFission concert
Sitarist David Pontbriand will be joined by mridanga player Gaura Harrison in a duo called RagaFission at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, at the Oasis of Music, in the downstairs chapel of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, located at 11 Ash St. in Lewiston. Pontbriand began his journey with the sitar in 1973. […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 21
100 Years Ago: 1922 The North and West Auburn Ladies Farm Bureau met Monday at the North Auburn Grange Hall for its first meeting with ten members and two guests being present. It was millinery day and four new hats were made and four remodeled at an estimated savings of $23.66. Jennie Boothby was the […]
Posted inDear Abby
Aging husband wants to screen potential suitors for his wife
Although she has quite a few friends — widowed and otherwise — we don’t know any men who would be acceptable as a future mate after I’m gone. She’s financially independent and meticulous about keeping track of expenses. Neither of us is formally religious. To be blunt, I can’t imagine a better wife for someone […]
Posted inDr. Roach
When your eyes don’t agree, that’s double vision
DEAR DR. ROACH: Recently I didn’t take my blood pressure meds for a few days, which I know was foolish. All of a sudden, my vision went sideways. By this, I mean I was seeing differently out of each eye. I don’t know if you’d call it double vision, but I was driving when this […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Timing is everything, and knowing what you want and moving forward without hesitation will bring you to a place that makes you happy.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tony Romo, 42; Rob Riggle, 52; Andie MacDowell, 64; Iggy Pop, 75. Happy Birthday: Share your thoughts and feelings. Honesty will help you reach your destination with no regrets. Physical fitness and personal growth will go part and parcel with achievement. Reach out to others, and work together toward a […]
Posted inSun Spots
Golf pros available to work with those with physical handicaps
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Do you know if there is a golf pro in the area who works with handicapped golfers? — Carol, Lewiston ANSWER: Go to https://www.pga.com/coaches/maine/lewiston for a listing of the golf pros in the area. There are several and they all have their specialties. On this site, you can fill out a form […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers plan performance in Stonington
Opera House Arts plans to welcome the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers to perform “The Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow” at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 23, to the Stonington Opera House, 1 School St. In this comedic version of the classic Washington Irving tale, school teacher Ichabod Crane helps the Headless Horseman find a new head and […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on April 20
100 Years Ago: 1922 Two handsome, handwrought crosses, an altar cross and a processional cross, were used for the first time at the Easter services at St. Michael’s Church in Auburn Sunday. The crosses were a gift to the church, and each bears the following inscription, “In memory of Mrs. Ellen J. May and her […]
Posted inDear Abby
Glib food comment eats at woman who’s battled weight
DEAR ABBY: I had weight-loss surgery three years ago and lost 134 pounds. Two years later, I traded addictions and became a problem drinker. During this time I met a man, but my drinking came between us and we broke up. I stopped drinking three months ago. He contacted me and, when he found out […]