DEAR ABBY: My father, who is 84, just had a mild stroke. The problem is he wants to drive his car. My sister says we should just let him, but I don’t think he’s capable of driving safely anymore. She says we can’t legally stop him from driving. Dad has occasional dizzy spells and double […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Leo: Don’t get entwined in someone else’s dilemma. Stay focused on what’s important, and don’t make unnecessary changes.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Mason Gooding, 26; Brooke Satchwell, 42; Travis Barker, 47; Harland Williams, 60. Happy Birthday: Personal growth is the priority this year. Let your intuition lead the way, and you’ll discover something that enriches your life and encourages you to try new things. A change of scenery will stimulate your mind […]
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Posted inSun Spots
VFW to host auction Dec. 10 in South Paris
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Floyd A. Harlow VFW Post 9787 is set to host a Chinese auction on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 58 E. Main St. in South Paris. Doors are scheduled to open at 2 p.m. and the auction is to begin at 4 p.m. The event is to include many new or slightly used […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Yellow Brick Road concert planned at Somerset Abbey
Yellow Brick Road: An Elton John Tribute will take the stage at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Somerset Abbey, 98 Main St. in Madison. YBR – Gerald close up The full concert tribute is complete with an incredible light show and sound system. Band members include Gerald Brann, Rich D’Aigle, Mike Tobias, Mark Kavanaugh, […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
House of Hamill Brings Energy to Old South
The Old South Church Concert Series will feature House of Hamill Bat 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the church, 235 Main St. in Farmington. The band’s only Maine performance will bring its’ energy and eclectic collection of folk and celtic music to the stage. The House of Hamill credits its existence, almost entirely, to […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Stone Mountain Arts Center to present Jake Shimabukuro
Jake Shimabukuro plans to take the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road in Brownfield. A ukulele virtuoso and composer known for his fast and complex finger work, his music combines elements of jazz, blues, funk, rock, bluegrass, classical, folk, and flamenco. Growing up in Hawaii, Shimabukuro’s […]
Posted inDear Abby
Reader says there’s plenty of time to get busy living
DEAR ABBY: I read the letter from the woman who is feeling alone at 66 and pondering the purpose of life (“Living Life in Texas,” July 25). Assuming she’s in good health, she’s a spring chicken compared to a 90-year-old. Allow me to offer some suggestions on how she can recapture the spark of wonder […]
Posted inHoroscope
Cancer: Enhance your ideas with exciting twists and turns, and you will capture the imagination of creative people who wish to participate in your plans.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Monique Coleman, 42; Gerard Butler, 53; Jimmy Kimmel, 55; Whoopi Goldberg, 67. Happy Birthday: Take a front-row seat and make the most of whatever situation you find yourself in this year. A change will tempt you, but uncertainty will hold you back. Considering what moves you most will help you […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Chapter 26: Lowell admits he killed his wife
In 1885, James Lowell confessed, but insists he didn’t mean for Lizzie to die.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
UUCB Concerts for a Cause to present Christine Lavin
Christine Lavin, a singer-songwriter, promoter of contemporary folk music, and author based in New York, plans to perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the UU Church of Brunswick, 1 Middle St. in Brunswick. Lavin has recorded 25 solo albums, and two more with four seasoned musician-comediennes under the name Four Bitchin’ Babes. She […]