Art, live music, a veterans benefit and a dog-friendly fall festival are among the things to do this weekend.

A documentary from Lyme resident Lisa Holmes digs into the challenges facing independent farmers and the changing landscape of American agriculture.

An exhibition of fine art photography by Lyme photographer Skip Hine is on display at the Lyme Public Library through Dec. 1.

The mural from artists Jac Lahav of Lyme and Aliyah Lacombe of New London will be celebrated Oct. 4 as part of the Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) initiative.

Hadlyme Public Hall’s longtime art show returns with work by contemporary artists in a range of mediums.

Autumn at the Lyme Art Association includes landscapes, food-inspired art and the annual Palate to Palette gala, plus a call for artists for Deck the Walls.

Old Lyme art historian Bob Potter will lead a five-part online series about American art and artists from the Colonial era through the mid-20th century.

Guests will be able to observe studio demonstrations, meet artists and faculty, enjoy dinner and bid on artwork during the anniversary celebration.

The ninth annual festival will feature films, filmmaker workshops, panel discussions, screenings of student work and actor William Sadler as its lifetime achievement honoree.

Starting Oct. 10 and 11, the season will celebrate traditions and influences that have shaped American music.

This local Lyme photographer’s solo show is now on view at New London’s historic Garde.

The annual Paint the Town event returns Aug. 29, followed by a lineup of fall exhibitions, art classes, a one-man Van Gogh play and more.

From world premieres in East Haddam to choral auditions in New London and Old Saybrook, area organizations are inviting the public to experience and participate in the arts.

Share your best Old Lyme photos to help document the country’s 250th anniversary. Selected images may also be featured in town publications and online.

The celebration highlighted Old Lyme’s creative roots with art, LEGO challenges, a classic car show honoring Phil Parcak, live performances and hands-on environmental activities.

The annual Old Lyme Midsummer Festival starts with a free Friday night concert and continues on Saturday with a 5K run, art exhibitions, family activities, classic cars, fireworks and more.

Thomas Kelly is awarded a $1,000 scholarship for winning First Place for his dance performance.

Two venues, two bands and one summer evening of free live music await concertgoers in Old Lyme this Thursday.

Blues musician Dan Stevens explores the history of the blues in a multi-media presentation.

Christopher Nolan’s epic delivers memorable performances and breathtaking practical effects, making it well worth seeing in IMAX.