Johnson Hall Stand Up “On the Road” Comedy Series will continue at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at The Blind Pig Next Level, 11 Mechanic St. in Gardiner. Hosted by Mark Turcotte, this performance is for ages 21 and older. Some of New England’s funniest comics plan to take the stage and present their unique […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inDear Abby
Lovestruck daughter may be missing the bigger picture
DEAR ABBY: My 23-year-old daughter and her first and only boyfriend have begun to talk marriage. Although I think he’s a wonderful, smart, compassionate young man who seems to adore my daughter, I have one major concern: his unhealthy habits. When my daughter introduced him to us seven years ago, he was a little overweight. […]
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Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Opportunity begins with you; choose to voice your opinion and practice what you preach.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Candice King, 36; Lena Dunham, 37; Stephen Colbert, 59; Stevie Wonder, 73. Happy Birthday: You can make a difference if you call people who can help you get things done. Make plans to take a trip that will enrich your life through learning, making connections or bringing you the peace […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on May 13
100 Years Ago: 1923 Rhubarb is quoted at 15 cents per pound in a Main street grocery. Strawberries sell from 25 to 28 cents per box. 50 Years ago: 1973 Miss Karen Zielinski of Auburn and Mrs. Elizabeth Goodspeed of Portland, both field directors for Kennebec Girl Scout Council, have returned from a Regional Girl […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on May 12
100 Years Ago: 1923 The Annual Luncheon of the Ladies’ Literary Club was held at the Congregational vestry, in New Gloucester Tuesday afternoon. The tables were arranged in the form of a Y, and very prettily decorated with pussy willows and yellow jonquils. The place cards were very appropriate to go with the other decorations, […]
Posted inDear Abby
Wife reflects on long marriage to alcoholic
DEAR ABBY: I have been married for 39 years to a kind, supportive and loving man. We are both retired. He stays fit with daily exercise, reads, keeps track of our financials and is fun to be with. However, he’s a high-functioning alcoholic. His personality bends to unsavory during most of the evening hours. He […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Results from MESA calculator produce paradoixcal numbers
DEAR DR. ROACH: I read your recent column about the MESA calculator. I found the test myself and input my numbers. But I found that I have a higher 10-year risk when I state that I am using a statin; each time I omit the statin risk, however, my score is actually lower. Common sense […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: An emotional situation will escalate due to a last-minute change someone makes.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Emily VanCamp, 37; Domhnall Gleeson, 40; Tony Hawk, 55; Ving Rhames, 64. Happy Birthday: Your motives will determine what you do next. Be sure to align yourself with like-minded people who will increase your chances of getting what you want. Keep your emotions hidden from those capable of turning the […]
Posted inSun Spots, Uncategorized
Reader seeks instructions on how to make and use mustard plasters
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to say thank you for all the times you have helped me out. Do you know the saying, “Curiosity killed the cat?” When I was in my teens, I came down with bronchitis. My mother used to make mustard plasters. Have you ever heard of it? If so, do you […]
Posted inEncore
Maine fiddler Owen Kennedy releases debut album
Owen Kennedy, a 17-year-old award-winning Maine fiddler, is releasing his debut album, “Oh When: Now,” featuring tunes rooted in the Maine Maritime music tradition as well as favorites from Scotland, Cape Breton, and the Shetland Islands. This musical snapshot showcases the places he’s visited and the musicians he’s played with and learned from – both […]