OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, May 1, another “Hikers’ Happy Hour” will be held sponsored by the Old Lyme Open Space Commission, the Old Lyme Land Trust and the 'Old Lyme Inn.' Meet at the trailhead for the Mile Creek Preserve at 4:15 p.m. to join this guided hike. After the hike, people will re-group at the 'Old Lyme Inn' on Lyme St. for a 5 to 7 p.m. 'Happy Hour,' when … [Read more...] about Join a ‘Hikers’ Happy Hour’ at ‘Old Lyme Inn,’ Preceded by Optional Guided Hike, This Afternoon
SECWAC Hosts Renowned Lecturer Costigliola at Wesleyan, This Afternoon
MIDDLETOWN/OLD LYME: On Wednesday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Professor Frank Costigliola to speak on his recent book, “Kennan: A Life Between Worlds.” The event will be held in the Usdan University Center at 45 Wyllys Ave, Middletown, CT 06459. A reception will be held at 4 p.m. and a dinner at 6:15 p.m. Attend in … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Renowned Lecturer Costigliola at Wesleyan, This Afternoon
Hadlyme Hall Hosts Indoor Multi-Family Tag Sale, Saturday and Sunday
HADLYME—On Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5:, a Multi-Family Tag Sale will be held at Hadlyme Hall. This indoor sale is co-sponsored by the Hall and the Valley Shore Women’s Club. All are welcome. Great finds are promised in vintage goods. There will also be surprise buys and a baked goods sale. The hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Hall Hosts Indoor Multi-Family Tag Sale, Saturday and Sunday
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme BOF Chair Counters Recent Claims About Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation Plan, Says ‘No’ Vote Would Be ‘Serious Mistake’
To the Editor: I am the chair of the Old Lyme Board of Finance and a member of the Lymes' Senior Center Building Committee. I write in response to a letter from Tom Grant posted in LymeLine on April 26, 2024, opposing the town's referendum seeking authorization to bond the town's financial obligation for the Senior Center renovation and expansion project (the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme BOF Chair Counters Recent Claims About Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation Plan, Says ‘No’ Vote Would Be ‘Serious Mistake’
Lyme Grange Hosts Plant Sale, May 11
LYME, CT—Blooms and buds, shining bulbs and tasty tubers will come to springtime life at the annual plant sale of the Lyme Grange on Hamburg Road on Saturday, May 11—the day before Mother’s Day. The sale is open to the public without charge and will be held at the historic Lyme Grange building on Rte. 156 from 9 a.m. through 12 noon. The century-old building is familiar to … [Read more...] about Lyme Grange Hosts Plant Sale, May 11
Death Announced of Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME—Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme, died Saturday, April 20, 2024, with her family by her side.Mrs. Davis was born Aug. 9, 1942, in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, the daughter of Frederick and Antoinette McPhee ...Mrs. Davis is survived by her loving husband Roger; son Butch Gorman and his wife Lori; daughters, Wendy and Tammy Gorman, Sandy Percak, Kristin Davis with partner … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mary Janet Davis, 81, of Old Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Vote ‘No’ to Approve Issue of Bonds to Fund Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, May 7
To the Editor: On April 15, there was a Special Meeting of Lyme/Old Lyme residents to vote on the approval of an $880,000 increase in the cost to renovate the [Lymes'] Senior Center. The Senior Center has been closed for months, but the planning process has never been completed! Not only that, but a bond was also required by the Towns just to get the bids which … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote ‘No’ to Approve Issue of Bonds to Fund Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, May 7
Death Announced of Lee C. Milligan, 81, of Glastonbury, Mother of Scott of Old Lyme; Services May 8 & 9
GLASTONBURY—Lee C. Milligan, 81, of Glastonbury passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. She was the widow of David G. Milligan. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Lee was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Claire (Flynn) Carpenter ... ... Lee is survived by her three sons; Ted Milligan of VA, Scott Milligan and his wife Ayana of Old Lyme, Daniel Milligan and his wife Bridget of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lee C. Milligan, 81, of Glastonbury, Mother of Scott of Old Lyme; Services May 8 & 9
Three New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association Through May 19
OLD LYME —This spring, the Lyme Art Association (LAA) presents three new shows: Ship to Shore: A Marine Show; art by the Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club;and John Caggiano’s solo show, Then & Now. The LAA will also welcome spring on May 3 at the Sea & Sky Soiree, an evening of fine art, music, and entertainment. The LAA members’ … [Read more...] about Three New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association Through May 19
Old Lyme Tree Commission Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree Seedling Give-Away
OLD LYME—Celebrate Arbor Day by helping plant a new generation of trees in Old Lyme! Join the Old Lyme (OL) Tree Commission's Second Annual Spring Seedling Event when commission members will give away an assortment of five Native Species of tree seedlings. The event will be held on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Memorial Town Hall on Lyme St. in Old Lyme. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Tree Commission Celebrates Arbor Day with Tree Seedling Give-Away
‘Drug Take-Back Day,’ Car Seat Safety Check Held in Old Lyme,
OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Prevention Coalition host Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at a drive-through event at the Old Lyme Fire House, 69 Lyme St., Old Lyme. This event will give residents another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, … [Read more...] about ‘Drug Take-Back Day,’ Car Seat Safety Check Held in Old Lyme,
‘First Ferry’ Celebration Also Marks 75th Birthday of ‘Selden III’ Boat
CHESTER-HADLYME--At 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27, after several previous delays due to river flooding, the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry will finally make its inaugural 2024 round trip across the Connecticut River. A group of supporters intends to make the occasion special. “We celebrate the start-up of ferry service to Chester every year,” said Lynn Wilkinson, president of the … [Read more...] about ‘First Ferry’ Celebration Also Marks 75th Birthday of ‘Selden III’ Boat
Happy St. George’s Day! Of Dragons, Flags, Football and More …
OLD LYME AND BEYOND! -- April 23 is St. George's Day and we are extremely grateful to LymeLine.com reader Russell Fogg of Old Lyme, while traveling with his wife, Anu, in England last year, kindly sent us the photo above to help us acknowledge this special day. And for those who may not know, St. George's Day is the equivalent for the English of St. Patrick's Day for the Irish … [Read more...] about Happy St. George’s Day! Of Dragons, Flags, Football and More …
Introduction of Draft ‘Memo of Understanding’ by Town of Old Lyme, Owners Moves Tantummaheag Landing Dispute Into ‘Less-Divisive Environment’
MOU to be Discussed at 4/29 OL Special Town Meeting OLD LYME—At the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's (BOS) meeting held Monday, April 15, Selectman Jim Lampos (D) introduced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the ongoing and protracted dispute over public use of “Tantummaheag Landing” between the Town of Old Lyme and the owners of 12 and 19 Tantummaheag Rd., … [Read more...] about Introduction of Draft ‘Memo of Understanding’ by Town of Old Lyme, Owners Moves Tantummaheag Landing Dispute Into ‘Less-Divisive Environment’
Lyme-OL Food Share Garden Partners with LOL Schools to Renovate LOLMS Greenhouse
LYME/OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden is partnering with the Region 18 School District to renovate the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School greenhouse. The project will advance the garden’s mission to reduce local food insecurity while serving as a site to foster student curiosity and engagement. Access to a greenhouse will allow the LOLFSG to increase production by … [Read more...] about Lyme-OL Food Share Garden Partners with LOL Schools to Renovate LOLMS Greenhouse