DEAR SUN SPOTS: I am writing on behalf of the Friends of The Maine Wildlife Park. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that donates volunteer hours and raises money in support of animal upkeep at The Maine Wildlife Park. Our target opening date is April 15 and we are seeking volunteers to staff the Snack […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inCommunity, Encore
Monmouth library to host ‘Detective Byron’ mystery series author
MONMOUTH — Cumston Public Library plans to host Bruce Robert Coffin, award-winning author of the Portland-based “Detective Byron” mystery series at 7 p.m. Monday, March 21, via Zoom. A former detective sergeant with more than 27 years in law enforcement, Coffin supervised all homicide and violent crime investigations for Maine’s largest city, according to a […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Charles Danforth Gallery to host exhibit, keynote discussion with Séan Alonzo Harris and Dr. Aniuli Lebowitz
Closing reception for exhibition to be held March 30 at the Danforth Gallery.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Damariscotta gallery to enter ‘Realm of the Subconscious’
River Arts of Damariscotta plans to present artist Bernadette de Cesare’s solo show, “Realm of the Subconscious,” in the River Room from Friday, March 18, through Wednesday, April 6, at 36 Elm Street Plaza. An opening reception is set for 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 19. de Cesare is a signature member of both the Pastel […]
Posted inDear Abby
Neighborhood frostier amid political divide
DEAR ABBY: My wife and I share a common driveway with our neighbors. These neighbors are keenly aware that my wife and I do not share their political views. After the election, one of them quit speaking to us or even acknowledging our presence. After a few months, I approached him in the shared driveway […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on March 15
100 Years Ago: 1922 About $80 was realized from the Biblical play, “A Purim Dream,” presented by girls from the Lewiston-Auburn Y.W.H.A. in Abou Ben Adem Hall, Auburn, Wednesday evening. Half of that amount will be donated to some charitable organization in the near future. About 20 were present at the performance and many more […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Hyaluronic acid safe to use for vaginal atrophy
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 74-year-old female, currently in good health. I had a complete hysterectomy at age 54, and stage 2B (ER positive, HER-2 negative) breast cancer at age 65, with lumpectomy and radiation. I am six months away from completing 10 years of Arimidex. Two years ago, my gynecologist prescribed Vagifem for […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Refuse to let anyone lead you astray or take advantage of your time, skills and helpful nature.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Kellan Lutz, 37; will.i.am, 47; Eva Longoria, 47; Bret Michaels, 59. Happy Birthday: Bide your time, do the groundwork and leave no room for error. Put your energy to good use, and you’ll get the acknowledgment you desire. Hard work and dedication will pay off if you spend time perfecting […]
Posted inSun Spots
Gov. Janet Mills’ proposal for relief checks must have legislators’ vote
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I understand Gov. Mills is considering mailing out another stimulus check to individuals to help this year. I read that the check is for “taxpayers.” Many people do not file taxes, including seniors so they would not get a check. Has anyone thought about this? Seniors and those who do not file […]
Posted inEncore
Jewish music of Ukraine to be performed at Oasis of Music
Rabbi Sruli Dresdner will perform at the Oasis of Music at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, at the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Lewiston. Dresdner will be playing accordion and singing Jewish music of Ukraine. He will be accompanied by Greg Boardman on viola. The Oasis of Music is a weekly music […]