100 Years Ago: 1921 The Auburn Fireman’s ball always draws well. There was proof of this Wednesday night in Auburn Hall, which was overflowing. Over nine hundred gained admission to the entertainment, and more than a hundred were left standing beyond the doors. As a result, the fireman’s ball next year will probably be given […]
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UMF professor’s novel named winner of the 2019 New American Fiction Prize
University of Maine Farmington assistant professor of creative writing, Amy Neswald’s first novel, “I Know You Love Me too,” has been named the winner of the 2019 New American Fiction Prize. The celebratory launch, which was delayed due to COVID, will now take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1, in The Landing in the […]
Looking Back on Nov. 25
100 Years Ago: 1921 The new water wheels which are being installed at the Poland Paper Company Plant are replacing the ones which were put in in 1903. Much improvement has been made in these wheels in the last ten years, as in most everything else, the new wheels require much less water and give […]
Improvised show takes over Mainstage at Penobscot Theatre Company
BANGOR – Penobscot Theatre Company in partnership with ImprovAcadia recently announced a new special feature for their 48th Season: Ready, Set, GO! On the second Sunday during each main show run, ImprovAcadia will utilize the existing set to create a new play inspired by your suggestions. Performances are set for 7 p.m. Nov. 28, Jan. […]
Looking Back on Nov. 24
100 Years Ago: 1921 William Turgeon, the Auburn aviator, has dismantled his airplane and housed it for the winter. The horse-drawn plane, minus wings, attracted considerable attention as it was towed from the flying field in the rear of the City Barn to the winter hangar on Turner Street. “Bill” thinks he will remain in […]
Looking Back on Nov. 23
100 Years Ago: 1921 Auburn firemen held a rehearsal Monday evening for their annual entertainment, to be given at the Firemen’s Ball Thanksgiving eve in Auburn Hall. The engine house resounded with the catchy tunes and many gathered outside to listen to the impromptu concert. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Bids were opened this afternoon at […]
Live music planned at Mixers
Hairy Pie, 80’s hair band, are back for a night after Thanksgiving party from 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26, at Mixers, 136 Sabattus Road, in Sabattus. The band will playing renditions of 80’s tunes by artists such as Poison, Ozzy, Bon Jovi, Cinderella, Skid Row, Motley Crue, and many other cool treats. The Veggies will returnSaturday, […]
Paula Poundstone plans Rockland comedy show
Paula Poundstone will perform at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28, at Strand Theatre, at 345 Main St. in Rockland. Known for her distinctive brand of spontaneous observational comedy, Poundstone is a regular panelist on National Public Radio’s (NPR) weekly news quiz show Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!” Nobody is a comedy field guide to life […]
Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations’ to perform Motown Christmas in Bath
Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations’ Motown Christmas will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, at the Chocolate Church Arts Center Main Stage, 804 Washington St. in Bath. The band will bring down the house with a powerful mix of Motown and Memphis soul music that’s guaranteed to get the party started. […]
Theater at Monmouth to offer ‘This Wonderful Life’
Theater at Monmouth brings back a holiday favorite, previously performed in Cumston Hall. “This Wonderful Life,” with its hilarious and touching message of hope and love, reminds us of the power of perspective, family, and community just in time for the holidays. TAM favorite Mike Anthony unleashes his comedic talents for this 90-minute adventure as […]