The Waterville Opera House plans to host The High Kings at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, at it’s 1 Common St. venue in Waterville. The constituent parts of The High Kings each had a wealth of history behind them while also being a part of a lineage of such iconic family members such as The […]
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Charlie Marie plans live, virtual concert from Camden stage
Charlie Marie will perform SoundCheck series concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, at the Camden Opera House, at 29 Elm St. in Camden. Marie fell in love with country music at 10 years old, after a music teacher compared her voice to the timeless croon of Patsy Cline. She began riding horses at the […]
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Beppe Gambetta to perform at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Beppe Gambetta plans to take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, at The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. in Boothbay Harbor. From his unique background as an Italian musician in love with both American roots music as well as the music of his native country, Gambetta has travelled the world […]
Posted inDear Abby
Heartbroken wife ready to end long marriage
DEAR ABBY: When I found out a few months ago that my husband of 24 years had been having affairs with several men, it devastated me. I have gone to counseling to try to deal with the pain and depression I now suffer from. He’s in counseling for himself as well, and we are also […]
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Looking Back on Sept. 22
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Willing Workers of Ruth Rebekah Lodge will hold a meeting at 2 o’clock sharp, Tuesday evening. All members are requested to be present. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Three Auburn 4-H club members are among. several from the area who are competing this week in the New England 4-H Dairy Show […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Is there still a case for calcium supplements?
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’ve been taking calcium supplements for many years to assist in strengthening my bones. I’m 74, weigh less than 95 pounds and stand 5 feet tall. I’m on the verge of osteoporosis, and have been getting Evenity injections for almost a year. Now I’m hearing that calcium supplements may have no value. […]
Posted inSun Spots
Let the Great French Fry Debate begin as readers weigh in
DEAR SUN SPOTS: My son and I had lunch together yesterday and were debating the subject of where the very best french fries can be found in Sun Spots Land. We thought it would be fun to write in and ask other readers for their opinions, then we’ll go around and taste them. It will […]
Posted inEncore
Live music at Mixers this weekend
No Guts, No Glory comes back to play at 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. The band plays rock, classic rock and alternative, playing cover songs Eddie Money, Drivin’ & Cryin’, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and more. On Saturday night, the female-fronted Motley Crue tribute band Shout […]
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Art Walk L/A features live music
The next Art Walk L/A begins at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24. In-person arts experiences downtown include drumming by Taiko Maine Dojo, a Portland-based community taiko drumming group that seeks to share Japanese culture through the unifying spirit of kumi-daiko; performances by Bates College a cappella groups the Merimanders, the Deansmen, and the Crosstones; […]
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Carter Calvert to wrap up Cabaret series at Ogunquit Playhouse
The Playhouse Patio Cabaret Series wraps up its 2021 season by welcoming back the inimitable Carter Calvert. Sprinkled with “making it in the biz” stories and rollicking behind-the-scenes anecdotes, her award-winning vocal talents deliver a musical tribute to the divalicious ladies of music in a show entitled “Viva La Diva.” Floating effortlessly between Broadway, pop, […]