CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Anne Hathaway, 41; Ryan Gosling, 43; Megan Mullally, 65; Neil Young, 78. Happy Birthday: Change begins with you. Act on your instincts, and you will discover something about yourself that encourages you to follow a path with fewer boundaries. Opportunity comes from believing in yourself and being willing to put […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Sales pitch comes soon after brother’s passing
DEAR ABBY: After my husband’s younger brother recently passed away, the family gathered. When one group of nephews arrived in a city an hour away from us, we were invited to lunch. (The restaurant was where the nephews had first been introduced to beer by their now-deceased uncle.) My husband didn’t want to go, saying […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
‘Emmett Otter’s Jug Band Christmas’ to usher in holiday season in Vienna
VIENNA — A viewing and singalong of Jim Henson’s, “Emmett Otter’s Jug Band Christmas,” is set for 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19, the Vienna Union Hall, 5 Vienna Mountain Road. Hosted by Renee Rhoads of Vienna and supported by donations, this is a free event for all age groups. Attendees are encouraged to bring instruments; […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Stone Mountain Arts Center to host Della Mae
Della Mae band members from left are Kimber Ludiker, Vickie Vaughn, Celia Woodsmith, Avril Smith and Maddie Witler. Photo by Amanda KowalksiA Della Mae concert is set for 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 16, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road in Brownfield. Born from a yearning for a traditional bluegrass sound in the heart of New […]
Posted inDear Abby
Bachelorette party planning foreshadows expensive trip
DEAR ABBY: My best friend is getting married next year and is planning for her bachelorette party. Right now, they are looking at places that have a three- or four-night minimum and would cost each person more than $500. (That’s just to rent the place.) It wouldn’t cover food, gifts, etc. My friend isn’t a […]
Posted inDear Abby
Bachelorette party planning foreshadows expensive trip
DEAR ABBY: My best friend is getting married next year and is planning for her bachelorette party. Right now, they are looking at places that have a three- or four-night minimum and would cost each person more than $500. (That’s just to rent the place.) It wouldn’t cover food, gifts, etc. My friend isn’t a […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Nov. 11
100 Years Ago: 1923 A for-get-me-not sale conducted on Saturday and Monday by the ladies of the American Legion Auxiliary is being patronized. This flower is quite appropriate to this national holiday, and is being worn by many. Proceeds of the sale will be devoted to the local auxiliary. 50 Years Ago: 1973 Lewiston Central […]
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: A positive attitude and transparency will appeal to the type of people you want on your team.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Leonardo DiCaprio, 49; Calista Flockhart, 59; Demi Moore, 61; Marc Summers, 72. Happy Birthday: Set the stage for what you want to accomplish this year. A systematic approach will eliminate doubt and encourage swift action. Don’t let situations you cannot control slow you down. Use kindness and consideration, and you’ll […]
Posted inEncore
Mollyockett Chorus to perform benefit concert in Norway Nov. 17
NORWAY — The Mollyockett Chorus plans to perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, at the First Universalist Church of Norway, 479 Main St. Each year the a cappella chorus adopts a theme for selecting the songs its members will sing that season. This year’s theme is “Your Flight Has Been Delayed.” […]
Posted inEncore
Mollyockett Chorus to perform for benefit concert
The Mollyockett Chorus, renowned a cappella singers, will perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 17, at the First Unitarian Universalist Church in Norway. Each year the chorus adopts a theme for selecting the songs they will sing that season. This year’s theme is “Your Flight Has Been Delayed” – songs we […]