OLD LYME—The Lyme Art Association (LAA) hosts its signature fundraiser, Palate to Palette, on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 6 to 9 p.m. at its galleries in Old Lyme. This fun event features fine food from top regional restaurants and caterers, live music by The Shoreline Jazz Duo, and a silent auction of new artwork specially created by LAA member artists – plus … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association’s ‘Palate to Palette’ Fundraiser is Tonight, Handful of Tickets Still Available at the Door
Join Pawtoberfest at OL Animal Shelter, Saturday; Benefits the Shelter & ‘Presents for Paws’
OLD LYME— On Saturday, Oct. 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Old Lyme Animal Shelter will host PAW-toberfest, a fundraiser to benefit both the Shelter and Presents for Paws. This latter organization is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization from East Haddam that collects and distributes pet food and supplies to Connecticut municipal animal shelters. This will be a fun, family … [Read more...] about Join Pawtoberfest at OL Animal Shelter, Saturday; Benefits the Shelter & ‘Presents for Paws’
Old Lyme VNA Offers Drive-Through Flu Clinic at LOL Middle School, Saturday; Free to L-OL Residents, No Insurance Required
OLD LYME—On Saturday, Oct. 19, the Old Lyme Visiting Nurse Association (OLVNA) will hold its Fifth Annual Drive-Through Flu Clinic for Lyme, South Lyme and Old Lyme residents at the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. As in the past, the OLVNA will be working with the Medical Reserve Corps, Ledge Light Health District, Old Lyme Emergency Management and other … [Read more...] about Old Lyme VNA Offers Drive-Through Flu Clinic at LOL Middle School, Saturday; Free to L-OL Residents, No Insurance Required
Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Lyme Announced, Service to be Held at OL First Congregational Saturday
LYME, CT—Designer Peter F. Carlson, age 70, died unexpectedly at his home in Old Lyme, Aug. 14, 2024. Originally hailing from Boston, Mass., Peter resided in various locations before establishing himself in a drafty but charming barn he imported from New Hampshire and transformed into a remarkable home. While it may lack a sunroom - a feature he often wished he could add - … [Read more...] about Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Lyme Announced, Service to be Held at OL First Congregational Saturday
Death of John Bysko Announced, 48-Year Resident of Old Lyme, Passionate About Local Community, Politics; Calling Hours in OL, Saturday
OLD LYME—John Allan Bysko, 78, passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2024 while at work. He was born July 1, 1946 in a displaced persons camp in Hamburg, Germany. His parents and sister fled from their home in Ukraine during World War II. They came to the United States via Ellis Island when he was 5 years old. He grew up in West Hartford attending Hall High, excelling as a … [Read more...] about Death of John Bysko Announced, 48-Year Resident of Old Lyme, Passionate About Local Community, Politics; Calling Hours in OL, Saturday
Hadlyme Hall Hosts Fundraiser with Steve Dedman Singing, ‘Songs From Hadlyme’, Friday
HADLYME—On Friday, Oct. 18, Hadlyme’s favorite showman returns to Hadlyme Public Hall for a fundraiser for the Hall. Join Steve Dedman for an intimate, cabaret-style concert sharing an evening of his songs and the stories behind the songs with his friends from Hadlyme and beyond. The music will happen between 7 and 9 p.m. Admission is $20 per person for … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Hall Hosts Fundraiser with Steve Dedman Singing, ‘Songs From Hadlyme’, Friday
See Live Theater Inside Gillette Castle, ‘William and James’ Opens Friday
EAST HADDAM—At the turn of the 19th century, Connecticut resident William Gillette was a giant of international theater. This theatrical legacy will be honored this year when Gillette Castle—his spectacular home upon the banks of the Connecticut River—is the setting for a new play by Connecticut author Gina Tracy. The New England premiere production “William and James – A … [Read more...] about See Live Theater Inside Gillette Castle, ‘William and James’ Opens Friday
Lyme Volunteer Fair to be Held, Sunday
Nearly 30 Town Nonprofits, Boards, Commissions To Be on Hand Seeking Volunteers LYME, CT – On Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m., Lyme Public Library, the Lyme Democratic Town Committee and the Lyme Republican TownCommittee will hold a Volunteer Fair that provides the opportunity for local residents to meet with nearly 30 different Lyme-affiliated organizations, boards and … [Read more...] about Lyme Volunteer Fair to be Held, Sunday
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Launches Second Annual Sponsor a Row Campaign
OLD LYME—The annual Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Sponsor a Row campaign kicked off on Oct. 1, 2024. The LOLFSG is immensely grateful to individuals, families, organizations, and businesses who sponsored the garden this season. This year volunteers donated more than 1100 hours, gave more than 4700 pounds of food to local food pantries, installed a hoop house, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Launches Second Annual Sponsor a Row Campaign
Old Lyme Non-profit Supports Breast Cancer Prevention with Online Art Exhibition
OLD LYME—Connecticut resident and Pfizer alumna, Alka Shrikhande, says, “When my mom, a beautiful and loving woman, lost her battle against breast cancer in 2006, the question I asked myself was, whether she would still be alive if the cancer had been detected earlier with yearly mammograms?” In 2008, Shrikhande established Maina Foundation, a nonprofit based in Old Lyme, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Non-profit Supports Breast Cancer Prevention with Online Art Exhibition
Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
The Police Officers Association of Connecticut has endorsed State Senator Norm Needleman for another term in the Connecticut State Senate. As the First Selectman of Essex, Sen. Needleman works directly with police and first responders in his community. As a State Senator, he has taken steps to engage with local police departments, assist them where and … [Read more...] about Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
LYME/OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK/ - Leading reproductive rights organizations Planned Parenthood of Connecticut and Reproductive Equity Now have both endorsed Jane Wisialowski in her campaign for 23rd District State Representative (Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, and Lyme). These endorsements highlight Wisialowski’s commitment to reproductive rights and … [Read more...] about ‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
Literature in the Lymes: ‘The Life Impossible’ by Matt Haig
Matt Haig has written some wonderful books. I recommend The Midnight Library especially and I was pleasantly surprised to find something new in The Life Impossible. Many authors embrace a certain vein but Matt Haig takes a step further with each new book.Seventy-two-year-old Grace Winters is ready to call it a day. She is a retired, widowed math teacher mourning the death … [Read more...] about Literature in the Lymes: ‘The Life Impossible’ by Matt Haig
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Project Costs for Three of Four Schools Now $119K Under Budget OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Board of Education has today given an update on the progress of the PK-8 Building Project for which voters approved $57,555,000 in November 2022. The project itself is, more accurately, two different projects as they are being supported by two different state grant … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year
OLD LYME—UPDATED 10/10 WITH COMMENTS FROM LOL SCHOOLS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR. On Monday, Oct. 7, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) will be recognized as a recipient of the 2023-24 Michaels Jewelers Achievement Cup Award during the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference's (CIAC) 18th Annual Sportsmanship Conference. Announcing the award in a press release, the (CIAC) … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year