DEAR ABBY: I was dating a man for the past two years. Most of the time, we enjoyed being together. However, sometimes our discussions would turn into heated and hurtful arguments. He would disregard my point of view, ultimately shut me down and make me feel like the disagreement was my fault. After our most […]
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Arts and entertainment news and advice columns from the Sun Journal.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Brownfield concert to feature country love song swap
BROWNFIELD — Love in the Country, a country love song swap with The Gibson Brothers, Carol Noonan and Kevin Barry, is scheduled for 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dugway Road. The night will feature song swapping between bluegrass musicians Eric and Leigh Gibson alongside singer songwriter Noonan and guitarist Barry. […]
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Krapovicky to perform at Oasis of Music Feb. 12
LEWISTON — Singer-songwriter Michael Krapovicky plans to perform at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the Oasis of Music, held at Trinity Commons, 247 Bates St. Krapovicky is a multi-instrumentalist, member of multiple touring bands, recording engineer, mastering technician and producer who has released albums “Lowlife” and “Songs I Lied About.” He’s been featured for […]
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‘Heart & Music’ set for Feb. 14 at Community Little Theatre
AUBURN — The Lewiston-Auburn Community Little Theatre, 30 Academy St., is set to present “Heart & Music: An Evening in Song” at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, and Saturday, Feb. 15. Tickets cost $15 in advance or $20 day of the show. For tickets or more information call 207-783-0958 or visit laclt.com. Check […]
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Bob Dylan biopic showing Feb. 16 in Rangeley
The acclaimed Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” will be shown at the RFA Lakeside Theater.
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Auburn’s Great Falls Comedy Club to offer burlesque, comedians Feb. 14, 15
A La Tarte Burlesque is set for Friday, and stand-up comics Maz Ishmael and Ian Stuart plan to take the stage on Saturday.
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Farmington exhibit ‘Take Only What You Can Carry’ on display
A Skowhegan artist will share a real-life photographic exhibit at the University of Maine at Farmington Art Gallery.
Posted inHoroscope
Aquarius: A chance to elaborate on the changes you want to make will grant you help and enthusiasm from those who can offer insight and hands-on assistance.
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Harry Styles, 31; Ronda Rousey, 38; Big Boi, 50; Michael C. Hall, 54. Happy Birthday: Hesitation is the enemy this year. Opportunities are within reach and require your attention and action to take advantage of the prospects. Recognizing and responding quickly, whether it’s for personal or professional gain, will get […]
Posted inDear Abby
Friend misuses fundraiser to bankroll expensive tastes
DEAR ABBY: A close friend — whom I’ve been urging for years to save for a rainy day — is now facing a very real storm. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and is undergoing treatment. Knowing her financial situation — living paycheck to paycheck despite her and her husband’s high-paying jobs — I felt […]
Posted in175th anniversary
Looking Back on Feb. 1
100 Years Ago: 1925 An article for February 1, 1925 was unavailable, therefore an article from February 1, 1924 is being offered instead. On Friday. William B. Edwards submitted his yearly reports as chief of police and chief of the fire department in Brunswick. The police report shows that during the year ending February 1, […]