DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend, “Kirk,” and I have been dating exclusively for nearly two years and live together. We met during the pandemic, so for the first year or so, we mostly hung out — just the two of us. Since the world has opened back up, I’ve been encountering some problems now that we’re […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inHoroscope
Libra: Consider what’s important to you. Take the road that allows you to focus on making your dreams come true.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Rudy Pankow, 24; Imani Hakim, 29; Cara Delevingne, 30; Yvette Nicole Brown, 51. Happy Birthday: Your mind is sharp, and very little will escape your notice this year. Dive into the things that bring you joy, and expand your friendships, horizons and expectations. Use your ability to capture what’s happening […]
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Posted inSun Spots
Lyme disease vaccine trials held at Northern Light Health System
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I saw an article in the paper Aug. 9 about a study on the Lyme disease vaccine. It said they are looking for thousands of volunteers from the U.S and Europe. How do you go about becoming a volunteer for this Lyme disease vaccine study? Nowhere in the article did it refer […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Art to take over Downtown Gardiner Aug. 19
Artwalk Gardiner will continue in its 16th year from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, in artists’ studios, galleries, shops and other venues throughout Historic Downtown Gardiner. The free event will feature unique works of art ranging from paintings, printmaking, photography, ceramics, handmade books, jewelry, textiles, live chain stitching, woodwork, and sculpture. First launched […]
Posted inDear Abby
Jealousy undermines woman’s relationship with retiree
DEAR ABBY: I’ve been in a “friend with benefits” relationship for more than a year now. I’m 57 and he’s 79. I was raised a Christian and wanted to save myself for marriage. This is the first time I have loved someone and been the FWB. I’m jealous of his last girlfriend and what they […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Joint replacement not necessary yet for moderate arthritis
DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a highly active 74-year-old female. I walk a mile and a half every morning (my dog insists), then do two step-aerobic classes with weights, two serious weight workouts with a trainer, 1-3 miles on an elliptical walker and 2-4 hours of horseback riding, plus miscellaneous activities and yard work each […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on Aug. 11
100 Years Ago: 1922 The Maine State Fair has donated space on the grounds to the Lewiston and Auburn Red Cross Chapter for a first aid tent during Fair week. 50 Years Ago: 1972 The History of the Little World’s Fair, sponsored by the East Auburn World’s Fair sponsored by the East Auburn Community traces […]
Posted inHoroscope
Virgo: Changing how you network or socialize will offer the mental stimulation you crave in your life. Consider what brings you joy,
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Alyson Stoner, 29; Chris Hemsworth, 39; Roxana Ortega, 49; Duane Martin, 57. Happy Birthday: Take stock of the past and present, then map your future. Eliminate negativity and replace it with a winner’s attitude. Look for opportunities to learn something new, and incorporate a different perspective into what you want […]
Posted inSun Spots
Flea Market and 50/50 raffle to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation
DEAR SUN SPOTS: A Flea Market to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, in the parking lot of the United Methodist Church, 439 Park Ave., Auburn. A 50/50 raffle will also be held. Thank you, dear Sun Spots, for helping us spread the word. […]
Posted inEncore
Pair of artists share work in rotating gallery at CMMC
Works by artists Jeanelle Demers and Michele Townsend is on display in the Woman’s Hospital Association Rotating Art Gallery for the month of August at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. A well-known artist from Lewiston-Auburn, Demers has recently branched out from painting pet portraits to experimenting with botanical illustrations. She has found a new […]