100 Years Ago: 1921 The members of Auburn Art and Literature enjoyed an outing Thursday at Mrs. John G. Coburn’s summer cottage on the west shore of Lake Auburn. The party left town about 10:30 by motor and a picnic lunch was enjoyed at noon. 50 Years Ago: 1971 Mrs. Harcourt Rousseau, director of volunteer […]
Life & Culture
Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inSun Spots
The Maine “Italian” has many names in US
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Can you answer a question that I’ve had for a long time about “Italian” sandwiches? Do people in other states besides Maine refer to these sandwiches as “Italians”? I’ve lived in several states during my life, and visited a great many more, but have never been anywhere else where people call them […]
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Posted inDear Abby
Mother can’t stand daughter’s girlfriend
DEAR ABBY: My college senior daughter, “Lisa,” insists on inviting her “significant other” to every holiday and to our home when she’s on break. This is Lisa’s first girl/girl romance, and she thinks she’s in love. This girlfriend has zero personality and adds nothing to our family dynamic. None of us can stand her. How […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Be practical with your input to certain situations
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Xolo Mariduena, 20; Natalie Portman, 40; Johnny Depp, 58; Michael J. Fox, 60. Happy Birthday: Lean toward a simpler lifestyle. Practice minimalism, and you will find a way to make the most out of what you already have. Truth, honesty, good health, exercise and love will lead to peace of […]
Posted inDr. Roach
Leg cramps common
DEAR DR. ROACH: My 76-year-old husband has severe muscle cramps. Originally it occurred in his legs, but now it also affects his hands and feet. He screams in pain. Recently he had an attack and asked me to get him some bananas. I did, and the cramping stopped minutes after eating one. A friend of […]
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Sandy River Ramblers to perform first concert since pandemic
The Sandy River Ramblers will perform their first concert since their hiatus being forced by the pandemic at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at Lakeside Orchards, 318 Readfield Road in Manchester. The Ramblers are Maine’s longest-lasting bluegrass band, having been performing regularly since 1983. “As far as we know, we’re the only bluegrass band ever […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: Don’t let emotions escalate out of control
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Xolo Mariduena, 20; Natalie Portman, 40; Johnny Depp, 58; Michael J. Fox, 60. Happy Birthday: Lean toward a simpler lifestyle. Practice minimalism, and you will find a way to make the most out of what you already have. Truth, honesty, good health, exercise and love will lead to peace of […]
Posted inEncore
Looking Back on June 9
100 Years Ago: 1921 The Women’s Home Missionary Society of the High Street Methodist Church entertained “Mother’s Jewels”, the junior society, in the vestry Thursday afternoon. A fine program and games were in order, and refreshments were served. A large number of parents and children were present. Mrs. A.E. Chitenden is president of the society. […]
Posted inSun Spots
Lost infant-sized prescription glasses found
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I found a pair of infant-size prescription eye glasses at Livermore Falls Recreational Park. They are pink and have a safety strap. This can be picked up at the Livermore Falls Police Department. — Linda, no town ANSWER: That’s very good thinking to take this important item to the local police department. […]
