CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mia Hamm, 50; Rob Lowe, 58; Gary Sinise, 67; Kurt Russell, 71. Happy Birthday: Forge ahead with enthusiasm. Be bold, say what’s on your mind and make the changes that will enrich your life. Consider what makes you happy, and practice what you preach. Living life your way will direct […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Suitcases offered to charitable organizations for use by needy
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I know that you have addressed this before, but I didn’t need the information in the past so I didn’t keep it. I am looking for organizations who want suitcases for foster children. I have three suitcases — a large, a medium and a small with wheels to give to a group […]
Farmington arts center to screen ‘Truth Tellers’ documentary
FARMINGTON — The UMF Emery Community Arts Center plans to presents “Truth Tellers,” a documentary by Maine filmmaker Richard Kane on artist and activist Robert Shetterly. Shetterly has painted 255 portraits of Americans, past and present, who had the moral courage to confront issues of social, environmental and economic justice, according to a news release […]
UMF Libra Professor and award-winning filmmaker to present artist talk
The University of Maine at Farmington welcomes Spring 2022 Libra Professor Huey Coleman and to announce his artist talk set for noon Wednesday, March 23, at the Emery Community Art Center on campus. on Main Street in Farmington. Coleman’s talk will take place on Wednesday, March 23, at noon, and is free and open to […]
‘Truth Tellers’ documentary focuses on artist Robert Shetterly
The UMF Emery Community Arts Center plans to present “Truth Tellers,” a documentary by Maine filmmaker Richard Kane on artist and activist Robert Shetterly who has painted 255 portraits of Americans, past and present, who had the moral courage to confront issues of social, environmental and economic justice. The screening is set for 7 p.m. […]
Honeysuckle with Ben Cosgrove to perform Portland concert
One Longfellow Square will host Honeysuckle w/ Ben Cosgrove at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 23, at 181 State St. in Portland. Honeysuckle is a progressive folk act that blends older influences and traditional instrumentation with modern effects and inspiration. Comprised of Holly McGarry and Chris Bloniarz, this Boston-based band can frequently be found performing across […]
Depth of partners affection unspoken until it’s too late
DEAR ABBY: My longtime boyfriend passed away after an extended illness, and I’d like to offer a suggestion to your readers I wish I had thought of before his passing. After the funeral, I was thinking about what a wonderful man he was, so I decided to compile a list of his good qualities. The […]
Looking Back on March 16
100 years Ago: 1922 One of the surest signs of spring — the boards have been removed from the Court House steps in Auburn! 50 Years Ago: 1972 The new K-mart Shopping Center being constructed on Center Street, Auburn, is rapidly taking shape with store officials now anticipating a summer opening. When finished, the large […]
Is high CRP cause for concern?
DEAR DR. ROACH: For the past six years, every time I have my annual labs done, my CRP has been very high. Normal range is listed as 0-3 mg/L. My results have consistently been 7-10 mg/L or more. When I express concern that this is listed as putting me at high risk for a cardiac […]
Cancer: The information you gather will spark your imagination and encourage you to use your ideas to pursue something that excites you.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Joel Embiid, 28; Judah Friedlander, 53; Lauren Graham, 55; Victor Garber, 73. Happy Birthday: Read between the lines, and you’ll figure out how to get the most out of whatever you pursue. Choose a path that offers satisfaction and joy, not stress and regret. Adjust your lifestyle to fit your […]