The Chocolate Church Arts Center in Bath will present a virtual concert from celebrated guitarist Frank Vignola at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 3, on the center’s Facebook page. Vignola is one of the most celebrated jazz, classical, and pop guitarists performing today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of […]
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Posted inEncore, Things to Do
Heather Pierson concert scheduled in Freeport
Heather Pierson will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, April 2, at Cadenza, 5 Depot St. in Freeport. Pierson is a pianist, multi-instrumentalist, singer/songwriter, songleader, and performer whose inspiring live performances and growing catalog of releases delve into Americana, blues, New Orleans jazz, vocal chants, instrumental piano, and folk. Best known for her virtuosity at the […]
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Posted inEncore
Looking Back on March 31
100 Years Ago: 1921 Roads in the outlying districts, and many streets in the suburban districts of both cities are rapidly becoming almost impassable for automobiles which sink nearly hub-deep in mud and water. 50 Years Ago: 1971 The Taylor Pond Yacht Club members and their guests held a square dance Saturday evening at the […]
Posted inSun Spots
Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store in Auburn asking for volunteers
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Androscoggin Hospice Thrift Store at 245 Center St. in Auburn is looking for volunteers to help expand donation and shopping hours. The store has been going strong since June 2020, thanks to the help of many wonderful volunteers, and we are hoping others will join this great team. All dollars raised […]
Posted inEncore
Dance academy offers virtual performance experience for students in Rangeley
A Virtual Dance Concert for 2021 will be presented by Lakeside Dance Academy on Tuesday, April 10, at the Rangeley Friends of the Arts Lakeside Theater in Rangeley. This event is all about providing a quality student experience but is not open to the public. Each class will have a separate time slot in the […]
Posted inEncore
‘Music for Mavis’ returns to the gazebo in Turner
“Music for Mavis” Tuesdays at the Gazebo will be back this summer beginning on Tuesday, May 25. The hours for the gazebo performances will remain the same as in previous years – August: 6:30-8 p.m.; September: 6-7:30 p.m. Music for Mavis 2021 Summer Schedule (subject to change) May 25 – Mary Murphy (blues, jazz) June […]
Posted inEncore
Mad Horse Theatre presents an evening with guest artist poet Maya Williams
Mad Horse Theatre Company presents a new virtual theater experience, “Judas and Suicide,” an evening with guest artist poet Maya Williams with art by Buff Cat at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 2, on Zoom. Williams performs her poems and discusses the nuances of suicidality and mental health through the lens of faith, medication and […]
Posted inDear Abby
Best friend calls the police after man threatens suicide
DEAR ABBY: I am a woman in my late 30s. “Tim” and I have been best friends for more than 10 years. Over the last few years, he has struggled with depression and addiction, and I have done my best to help him. A few weeks back, Tim called me crying and said he was […]
Posted inHoroscope
Aries: Take control, and you’ll have no regrets
CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Katy Mixon, 40; Celine Dion, 53; MC Hammer, 59; Eric Clapton, 76. Happy Birthday: Assess your relationships and set boundaries where necessary. Concentrate on how to utilize your skills to enhance your life and relationships with those who bring out the best in you. Recognize what you can do, and […]
Posted inDr. Roach
An injection in the arm can protect the whole body
DEAR DR. ROACH: I have had over 50 vaccinations in my life (I’m 78), most of them while I was in the military. I have often wondered how the vaccine spreads throughout the body, as the shots are almost always given in the upper arm. I would welcome your explanation of what exactly takes place. […]