DEAR DR. ROACH: My doctor recommended both pneumococcal vaccines for me. He recommended the PCV-13 (Prevnar) first, followed two months later by the PPSV-23 (Pneumovax). He also told me that if I had them in the reverse order, I would have had to wait a full year between the shots, not just two months. Why […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
I took exception to your response to “Former Friend in Oregon”
DEAR ABBY: I took exception to your response to “Former Friend in Oregon” (July 1), who vaped marijuana while visiting a friend in the presence of the friend’s 12-year-old future stepdaughter. The friend made a mistake, for which she apologized profusely. She had flown cross-country to visit her pregnant best friend, no small thing. Flying […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Sept. 28
100 Years Ago: 1921 Tourmalines to the estimated value of over $200 were stolen from the H.U. Greenlaw Mine at Mt. Apatite last Sunday, and as yet no trace of the guilty person or persons has been found. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Serving as young models for the fashion show held last night at the […]
Posted inHoroscope
Gemini: Emotional spending won’t make you feel better.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Hilary Duff, 34; Ranbir Kapoor, 39; Mira Sorvino, 54; Janeane Garofalo, 57. Happy Birthday: Plunge into opportunities without hesitation, and learn all you can as you strive to be at the top of your game. Impress those around you with your stamina and undying desire to make a difference to […]
Posted inSun Spots
Norway craft fair organizers looking for vendors for December
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The winter holidays are not far away. First Universalist Church in Norway is having a Craft Fair on Dec. 3 in the evening and on Dec. 4 in the morning. We are looking for vendors. Rental for tables is $35. For more information, please call 743-2828 and leave a message for Joanne […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Lithgow Library to host poet Sarah Carlson Oct. 5
AUGUSTA — Maine poet Sarah Carlson plans to share a selection of poems from her newest book, “In the Currents of Quiet,” during a Zoom presentation at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5. The presentation is hosted by Lithgow Public Library. Carlson combines her writing with photography scenes, according to a news release from the library. […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Oct. 7
100 Years Ago: 1921 Gov. Baxter addresses the closing session of the New England Rotarians, tonight, extending an official welcome for the state. Governor Baxter was unable to come here for previous sessions. His address was followed by motion pictures of Maine scenes, including lumbering, winter scenes, Katahdin, and the various Ricker Hotels. Prizes for […]
Posted inEncore
Music for Mavis will wrap up season with Mary Murphy
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo will come to its fall closure with the beautiful talents of our own Mary Murphy from 6-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at the gazebo in Turner. Maine native Murphy is a soulful singer/songwriter, indie recording artist and multi-instrumentalist with a vast repertoire. She enjoys interacting with her […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Maine Craft Weekend planned for Oct. 2, 3
Maine Craft Weekend, a statewide tour of Maine craft studios, businesses, and events, is an opportunity for the public to explore the life and work of craft artists and craft businesses in Maine. The event is a public, educational, community-oriented, family friendly weekend Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 2 and 3, scheduled in conjunction with American […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
The Western Maine Art Group begins its annual BIG Exhibit
First Friday Reception scheduled for Oct. 1.