CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rafael Nadal, 35; Anderson Cooper, 54; James Purefoy, 57; Deniece Williams, 71. Happy Birthday: Push hard for perfection, originality and giving a unique twist to whatever you do or say. Turn this year into one to remember. Walk away from difficult people and situations and toward what brings you personal […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 3
100 Years Ago: 1921 Uncle Tom’s Cabin continues to be the best seller in our midst. It is computed that no less than six families here in the Corners alone possess this book. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Members of the Twixters Club of the YWCA will hold their annual meeting at 6:30 pm on Thursday, […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Veterans share their stories of strangers honoring them with acts of kindness
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A recent day didn’t start out very well to say the least. First off, I was leaving the house to purchase my Sun Journal at a nearby store about 5:30 a.m. When I opened my garage door to get in my car, I noticed the left front tire was flat. Therefore, I […]
Posted inCommunity, Encore, Things to Do
Area musicians to perform in prizewinners concert
ROCKPORT — Bay Chamber Concerts and Music School plans to hold the Young Stars of Maine prizewinners concert at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 6, at the Rockport Opera House, 6 Central St. The Young Stars of Maine program highlights excellence and commitment in emerging musicians from Maine in eight different categories, representing a diverse array […]
Posted inDear Abby
Sexual assault victim seeks distance from perpetrator
DEAR ABBY: I was sexually assaulted by my cousin’s boyfriend a short while ago, and it was hard for me to process. When I told my cousin about it, she acknowledged that it wasn’t OK, but made it all about her. Although we are extremely close, I didn’t get the type of support I was […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Currently no recommendation to check antibodies
DEAR DR. ROACH: How effective are COVID vaccines for people taking immunosuppressive prescriptions? Will we be tested for a desired level of antibodies and maybe get a booster sooner than other people? — C.J. ANSWER: The degree of benefit from a COVID-19 vaccine in people with weakened immune systems due to disease or medication is […]
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Honesty, coupled with charm, is the best policy
Eugenia Last Horoscope for June 2, 2021
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 2
100 Years Ago: 1921 The “Bog Town Minstrels” is to be repeated Friday night in Murray Hall in Mechanic Falls. There will be new jokes and a good program is assured. The proceedings will go for an outing for those taking part in the show. 50 Years Ago: 1971 With many citizens looking on, Auburn […]
Posted inSun Spots
Friends of Special Olympics Yard Sale is on for July 17 in Jay
DEAR SUN SPOTS: First, I’d like to say thank you for all the calls I’ve been receiving asking if we will be having the Friends of Special Olympics Yard Sale this year. The answer is yes, absolutely! The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 17, at 166 Franklin Road […]
Posted inEncore
Jody Boys to perform at Music for Mavis concert series
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo features Jody Boys at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 1. Jody Boys is a five-member band with Jody Alexander on vocals; Dave Foster on keys, guitar and vocals; Cris Hart on guitar; Ray Lacombe on bass; and Graham Duval on drums. They cover an eclectic mix of rock, […]