100 Years Ago: 1922 John Barrows and Steve Prince of West Auburn have had their houses wired for electric lights. 50 Years Ago: 1972 A seaplane apparently developed some mechanical trouble over Auburn early Wednesday night, however, it landed safely on the water of Taylor Pond. About 6:30 p.m., Dr. Warren E. Andrews, who has […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Spinal stenosis might be the cause of lower back pains
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an extremely active 79-year-old woman. For at least 10 years, I have had lower back pain. I assumed it was arthritis and ignored it. By June, after an extremely tough exercise class, the intermittent pain became permanent. I called my orthopedic medical practice for an evaluation. The staff took X-rays, […]
Scorpio: Consider what’s working for you and head in that direction. Look for opportunities to meet new people and to do something that will make a difference in your community.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Josh Hutcherson, 30; Tyler Blackburn, 36; Dion Johnstone, 47; Hugh Jackman, 54. Happy Birthday: Take care of situations and responsibilities yourself. Don’t rely on others to offer solid advice based on truth and principles. Show discipline in handling health, financial and contractual matters. Consider what’s needed to minimize stress. Take […]
Wales Church Fundraiser, Knitter Wants to Donate Hats and Mittens
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Wales Presbyterian Church Women’s Group is holding its This ‘n That Sale on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 668 Pond Road/Route 132 in Wales. We’ll have yard sale items, baked goods, a silent auction and raffle items, etc. For more information or to donate items (no clothing), […]
Indigenous-made films about reciprocity inspire conversation on climate
The films provide insights about how communities have thrived based on mutual actions since time immemorial
Sitar music featured at Oasis of Music
American sitarist David Pontbriand will perform at the Oasis of Music from 12:30-1 p.m. on Wednesday Oct. 19, at Trinity Church in Lewiston. Pontbriand began his journey with the sitar in 1973. His story is an exception to the rule, in that he is entirely self-taught. He is driven by an intuitive and emotive approach […]
Mike Miclon’s ‘The Early Evening Show’ returning to stage at Celebration Barn
Mike Miclon’s The Early Evening Show will be on stage at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15, at Celebration Barn in South Paris. The show is the finale performance of the Barn’s 50th Anniversary Season. A spoof of late-night talk shows, “The Early Evening Show” is the longest-running live variety show in Maine, with more […]
Opening reception planned for ‘Ian Factor: Resolve & Resilience’
An opening reception presented by the Pace Galleries of Art will be held for “Ian Factor: Resolve & Resilience” exhibit from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 16, at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center. Admission is free. This exhibition features a collection of works in oils on canvas and charcoal on paper created over […]
Children’s author Hudda Ibrahim will visit Lewiston Public Library
Children’s author Hudda Ibrahim (“Lula Wants to Wear a Badge” and “What Color is My Hijab?”) will read her books, interact with the kids and share her inspiration at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15, in Callahan Hall at the Lewiston Public Library. The event will include an author talk by Hudda Ibrahim, activities to […]