EAST HADDAM -- On Sunday, Sept. 24, I-Park hosts its September Open Studios from 2 to 4 p.m This is a free, family-friendly, in-person event, at which you can explore the creative world of artists. their studios and new works on the land. All ages are welcome, however reservations in advance are required at this link. I‐Park is an artists-in-residence program offering … [Read more...] about I-Park Hosts Open Studios, Tomorrow; Free, Family-Friendly Event
Mosquitoes in Lyme Test Positive for West Nile Virus
WNV Also Found in Stonington Mosquitoes Along with Eastern Equine Encephalitis, Residents Should Take Standard Precautions to Avoid Being Bitten by Mosquitoes.LYME, CT -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has announced that mosquitoes collected in Lyme, Conn. on Sept. 6 have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). The positive mosquito was culex restuans, which is … [Read more...] about Mosquitoes in Lyme Test Positive for West Nile Virus
League of Women Voters of SE CT to Host Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Candidates’ Debate in OL, Oct. 23
Readers Invited to Submit Possible Questions for Candidates OLD LYME -- On Monday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m., the League of Women Voters of Southeastern Connecticut (LWVSECT) will host a debate among candidates for Old Lyme First Selectman and Board of Selectmen. The debate will be held in the auditorium of Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School and moderated by the LWVSECT. Questions … [Read more...] about League of Women Voters of SE CT to Host Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Candidates’ Debate in OL, Oct. 23
Letter From Paris … or, in this case, Saint-Émilion: A Day In Wine Country
Saint-Émilion is a small village perched on the hills overlooking the Dordogne river about 28 miles east of Bordeaux It is surrounded by some of the most prestigious vineyards in the world and in 1999, the "cultural village"of St. Emilion was added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. In winter, the population of Saint-Émilion is not more than 200 but in summer … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris … or, in this case, Saint-Émilion: A Day In Wine Country
A View From My Porch: The Beach Boys Redux — Surfing with Gen. Alpha
I hypothesized in a “View” published in early August that “The Beach Boys,” whose music regularly celebrated muscle cars, the power of the internal combustion engine, and California car culture had an influence on Americans’ early reluctance to buy electric vehicles. I did not expect to ever consider their music in another essay, or in this case, a little bit of their … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: The Beach Boys Redux — Surfing with Gen. Alpha
Old Lyme Rowing/Blood Street Sculls Members Qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics at World Rowing Championships
BELGRADE, SERBIA -- Numerous Old Lyme Rowing Association / Blood Street Sculls members represented the United States in the 2023 World Rowing Championships held Sept. 3-10 in Belgrade, Serbia. Liam Corrigan, who graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) in 2015, stroked the Men’s Four to a silver medal, qualifying the boat for the Paris Olympics in 2024. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Rowing/Blood Street Sculls Members Qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics at World Rowing Championships
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Hosts Open House, Sept. 30, Volunteer Appreciation Day Postponed to Oct. 7
OLD LYME -- UPDATE: Volunteer Appreciation Day, which had been scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23, has been postponed to Saturday, Oct. 7, due to the anticipated weather. On Saturday, Sept. 30, join the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) at its annual Open House celebration from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Town Woods Park (behind the Field … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Hosts Open House, Sept. 30, Volunteer Appreciation Day Postponed to Oct. 7
Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Oct. 7 & 8
OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Historical Society will hosts its Annual Fall Plant Sale Saturday, Oct. 7, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The sale will be held at the Society‘s 55 Lyme St. location in Old Lyme. Fall plants of all types and sizes will be on sale at very competitive prices. Proceeds will support the mission of the Society, which … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts Annual Fall Plant Sale, Oct. 7 & 8
Old Lyme’s Halls Road Improvements Committee to Host Open House Sept. 30, Oct. 5; Public Invited to Share Opinions on Proposed Lieutenant River Bridge
OLD LYME -- The Halls Road Improvements Committee plans to host two Open Houses in the coming weeks to receive input from the public on the proposed Lieutenant River Bridge and Trails Design. Both Open Houses will be held at Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall, with the first taking place on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the second Thursday, Oct. 5, from 5 to 8 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Halls Road Improvements Committee to Host Open House Sept. 30, Oct. 5; Public Invited to Share Opinions on Proposed Lieutenant River Bridge
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Hosts Open House, Oct. 18
OLD LYME - The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts hosts its annual Fall Open House on Wednesday, Oct. 18, from 5.30 until 7.30 p.m. Visitors will be able to tour the campus, learn about fall programming, see live drawing demonstrations, and meet the acclaimed artists that comprise the Academy’s principal faculty. The Open House is an invitation to all aspiring or professional … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Hosts Open House, Oct. 18
LYSB, LymeLine to Host R18 Board of Education Candidates’ Debate, Oct. 25; Submit Questions for Possible Inclusion Through Oct. 21
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m., Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and LymeLine.com are co-sponsoring a “Meet the Candidates for the Board of Education Night” in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School auditorium. Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau has sponsored this event since 2005, offering Lyme and Old Lyme citizens both an opportunity to hear the candidates … [Read more...] about LYSB, LymeLine to Host R18 Board of Education Candidates’ Debate, Oct. 25; Submit Questions for Possible Inclusion Through Oct. 21
Old Lyme Town Band Seeks New Members
OLD LYME -- On Sept. 18, the Old Lyme Town Band started its 49th season. Rehearsals are held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday evenings at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Rd. in Old Lyme. LymeLine readers are invited to join the band regardless of the instrument they play and their musical ability. Five concerts will be held this season in December at various area locations, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Band Seeks New Members
Death Announced of Jeannine T. (St. George) LaMothe, 92, Mother of Charles Lamothe Jr. of Old Lyme
GROTON -- Jeannine T. (St. George) LaMothe, 92, of Poquonnock Road passed peacefully at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, surrounded by her loving family ...Jeannine was a dedicated and proud mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who is survived by four children: Charlene Lassinger (Gary) of Groton, George Lamothe (Andi) of Summerfield, Fla., Charles … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jeannine T. (St. George) LaMothe, 92, Mother of Charles Lamothe Jr. of Old Lyme
Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden is One of Three Locally to Receive United Way Award for Innovation
LYME/OLD LYME -- As part of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s annual Engagement Awards program, the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden is one of three giving gardens in New London County, which have been honored for innovation. The other two gardens honored are the Craig Floyd Giving Garden at Coogan Farm, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, and the East Lyme Giving … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden is One of Three Locally to Receive United Way Award for Innovation
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Hosts Fundraising Dinner-Dance, Oct. 28, Tickets On Sale Now
OLD LYME — The Lyme-Old Lyme Veterans of Foreign Wars (LOLVFW) Post 1467 has announced that its annual dinner-dance fundraiser will be held Saturday, Oct. 28, at Christ the King Parish Hall, 1 McCurdy Rd. in Old Lyme. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. followed by a catered buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m., which will include appetizers, choice of entrée, desserts, beer and … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Hosts Fundraising Dinner-Dance, Oct. 28, Tickets On Sale Now