Bowdoinham native Ethan Ogilby worked in TV and film production, on ‘The Simpsons’ and on Netflix documentaries, before getting his screenplay filmed.
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
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Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin seeks volunteers | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Literacy Volunteers-Androscoggin has many adults waiting that need to improve their English so they can connect with jobs and manage day-to-day life. Volunteers are needed to serve as one-on-one tutors, as well as English Conversation Partners. Literacy Volunteers tutors and English conversation partners have helped hundreds of adults gain the skills they […]
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‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ returns. Here’s where to watch his show in Maine.
Maine’s 2 ABC affiliates, WMTW in Portland and WVII in Bangor, said they will air the show Tuesday night.
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It’s happening on Lewiston’s streets, Jay’s slopes, and Cumberland’s fairgrounds | Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
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Paula Cole talks Lilith Fair and how a tour that came to Maine brought it to life
The film features interviews with Lilith Fair founder Sarah McLachlan along with Liz Phair, Erykah Badu, Sheryl Crow and several others.
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7 Maine fall foliage treks with an antique twist
Here are some suggested routes that include scenery and antique or vintage shops along the way, from Cornish and Bethel to Hallowell and Fairfield.
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Maine’s best bets this week include comic Kevin James and roller derby
Also, see ‘Eleanor,’ a one-woman show about first lady Eleanor Roosevelt, at Portland Stage.
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Cheaper ways to see Bar Harbor, one of the priciest U.S. travel spots | Column
The town landed fourth on a list of the country’s most expensive destinations, but you can visit on a budget.
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Lisbon area food pantry fundraiser needs bakers, bottles, and more | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Lisbon Area Christian Outreach Food Pantry (LACO) in Lisbon Falls is holding a food drive, bake sale, and bottle drive at Food City on Route 196 on Friday, Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 4, from 8 a.m. to about 3-4 p.m. Since we always run […]
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Hometown Humor Night coming to Monmouth Oct. 3 | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re inviting readers for a fun-filled evening as the 1856 Monmouth Academy Restoration Committee hosts Hometown Humor Night featuring Gary Crocker, Maine humorist and proud Monmouth Academy alum. The event will be held Friday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. at Cumston Hall, 796 Main St., at Monmouth. Tickets are $20 each. Enjoy the show and […]