DEAR SUNSPOTS: The Hartford Heritage Society is hosting a Craft Fair at the Hartford Town Hall, 1196 Main St. in Hartford on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a wonderful community event to support local crafters. — Natasha, no town ANSWER: Here’s to a successful, fun-filled day! DEAR SUN SPOTS: […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection plan Brownfield concert
Erica Brown and the Bluegrass Connection are set to take the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, in Brownfield. The five-piece band features award winning fiddler and singer Erica Brown, Matt Shipman on mandolin, Lincoln Meyers on guitar, Eli Gilbert on banjo and Kris Day on […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Bad Habit to play at Mixers on Friday
Five-piece cover band Bad Habit will play their only show in the L/A area this year at Mixers Halloween Party starting at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, at Mixers Nightclub & Lounge in Sabattus. Dress up is optional but there will be a costume contest with cash prizes. Mixers also has more Halloween-themed events […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Final weekend of ‘Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors’ at The Public Theatre in Lewiston
Five actors, including Luke Sholl as Dracula, sink their teeth into dozens of characters in the recent Off-Broadway hit “Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors,” a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud version of of the Bram Stoker classic, at The Public Theatre in Lewiston. Janet Mitchko, artistic director of The Public Theatre, takes the helm as director with set […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
House of Hamill returns to Old South Church
House of Hamill plans to bring their energy and eclectic, upcycled collection of folk and Celtic music to the Old South Church Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, at the Old South Church, 235 Main St., in Farmington. The band members are also members of Enter The Haggis. Tickets cost $25 for […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Statin drug doesn’t lower cholesterol levels as expected
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 93-year-old woman in good health. I take 40 mg of lovastatin once a day for high cholesterol, but my cholesterol levels are always high when tested. My physician is not concerned, but I am. Why isn’t lovastatin bringing down my cholesterol levels to normal? — S.A. ANSWER: Lovastatin (Mevacor) was […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Oct. 24
100 Years Ago: 1924 “So immoral” has the high school and public dance become in the opinion of the authorities of Jordan High School of Lewiston that the faculty through Miss Mary Leonard, dean of girls, appealed to the girl students at assembly Friday to launch a movement to “clean up the dance.” The students […]
Posted inDear Abby
Man ready to begin new chapter sans longtime wife
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for quite a long time, and I am seriously contemplating walking away from it. We no longer have anything in common. I’m active and hike, bike, play golf and lift weights. My wife is 100% sedentary and wants no part of any of these activities that could keep us […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra:Embracing a pastime that encourages you to interact with like-minded people will help you embark on a journey that will enrich your life.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Shenae Grimes-Beech, 35; Eliza Taylor, 35; BD Wong, 64; Kevin Kline, 77. Happy Birthday: An open and honest approach to life, love and being true to yourself will encourage you to follow your heart and make your dreams come true. Direct your energy strategically and start projects that enhance your […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lunch at Clover an opportunity to learn about MaineCare
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Clover Health Care at 440 Minot Ave. in Auburn is hosting a Lunch and Learn “Understanding Mainecare” on Thursday, Nov. 7. Registration is at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation at 12 p.m. Please RSVP to 784-3573 or email your reservation to [email protected]. Space is limited. — Donna, no town ANSWER: I urge […]