DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 55-year-old perimenopausal woman who developed asthma a few years ago. My symptoms always start right before my menstrual cycle. My doctor ruled out allergies as the cause. I used to get colds and sinus infections premenstrually in my younger years. Most medical practitioners don’t see the correlation between hormones and […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Aries: Take the initiative; you’ll feel refreshed and ready to conquer the world.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Cobie Smulders, 41; Adam Scott, 50; Eddie Murphy, 62; Alec Baldwin, 65. Happy Birthday: Plan, prepare and execute your intentions with thoughtfulness and style. Make your signature your ability to do things differently, and you’ll attract individuals interested in learning and contributing to whatever you pursue. Don’t be afraid to […]
Volunteers, items needed at Pleasant St. Drop-In Center
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We are recruiting more volunteers at the Pleasant St. Drop-in Center so it can stay open for more hours. If you have a heart for helping and giving in your community, this is the place for you. We need help on Sundays with the hours split into two shifts: 7:45 a.m. to […]
Tape Face plans Waterville comedy show
A TAPE FACE performance is planned for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, at the Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St. in Waterville. TAPE FACE is a unique silent comedian who has been on the comedy circuit for years and become a viral sensation after his appearance on “America’s Got Talent”. His audition video and show […]
Stone Mountain Center to host Tinsley Ellis & Marcia Ball
Tinsley Ellis and Marcia Ball will share acoustic songs and stories at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road, in Brownfield. The musicians plan to present an intimate evening of their music and memories called Acoustic Songs and Stories. They will each play a set of their own songs. Ellis, […]
Neighbors quirky questions don’t sit right with couple
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I met our neighbor “Maggie” one day while she was walking her dog. She has since befriended me via additional meetings on the street and walks about once a week. She’s 68, has been looking unsuccessfully for a job for three years and has financial difficulties. I have given advice […]
Pisces: Focus on your money, house and relationships. A proposal or change to your living arrangements looks promising.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Michael Fassbender, 46; Christopher Meloni, 62; Emmylou Harris, 76; Linda Hunt, 78. Happy Birthday: Take the time to get the facts before you act. Time is on your side, and your ability to come to an honest conclusion before you implement change or confront someone will be essential this year. […]
Norway art center to display ‘It’s Spring’ exhibit through April
NORWAY — The Western Maine Art Group is set to present an “It’s Spring” exhibit of artwork by its members through Saturday, April 29 at the Matolcsy Art Center, 480 Main St. The group includes artists whose work encompasses all media and styles. A reception is planned for 5-7 p.m. Friday, April 7. Artists include […]
Vienna plans ‘nod’ to Jenny-Lois Hinckley on April 8
Vienna’s “nod” to Jenny-Lois Hinckley is set for 7. p.m. Saturday, April 8, at Vienna Union Hall, 5 Vienna Mountain Road in Vienna. Singer/songwriters will honor the musical talent of “Jenny” Lois Hinckley, a beloved Vienna neighbor recently deceased. Inspired by the Folk Revival of the early 60s, she adopted the stage name of “Jenny” […]
Silver Circus coming to Franco stage April 8
The family-friendly Silver Circus is coming to the Franco stage at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 8, at the 46 Cedar St. center in Lewiston. This one-person circus show led by Andrew Silver will feature magic, juggling, physical comedy, and audience participation. The event sponsors are Lewiston Auburn Children’s Foundation and Emerson Chevrolet. Silver’s shows are […]