OLD LYME—More than 100 patrons of the arts converged last Saturday at the Lyme Art Association's signature spring Sea & Sky Soirée fundraiser. Elsbeth Dowd, the association’s Executive Director, said she was delighted by the turnout, telling LymeLine by email, "It was wonderful to see new faces and old friends all coming together to help raise funds for the Lyme Art … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association’s ‘Sea & Sky Soirée’ Brings Together New Faces, Old Friends for a ‘Wonderful’ Fundraising Evening
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q3 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School 2024-25 Quarter 3 Honor Roll HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Ella Austin, Gavin Biega, Molly Boardman, Nathaniel Bradley, Mark Burnham, Chase Calderon, Andrew Clougherty, Tabitha Colwell, Gloria Conley, Chloe Datum, Caeli Edmed, Anna Eichholz, Davis Fallon, Grace Ferman, Benedict Frazier, Manu Geronimo, Christopher Gibbons, Elias Goldberg, Nicolas … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q3 Honor Rolls
Duck River Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale Continues in Old Lyme Today, 9am-1pm
OLD LYME -- Enjoy two days of flowers, plants and more -- conveniently timed just ahead of Mother's Day! The annual fundraising Spring Plant Sale sponsored by the Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) of Old Lyme and East Lyme will be held Friday, May 9, from 12 to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Old Lyme Shopping Center on Hall’s Road (near The … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club’s Annual Plant Sale Continues in Old Lyme Today, 9am-1pm
SECWAC Hosts Talk in Essex on ‘The Militarization of U.S. Foreign Policy’
On Wednesday, May 7, at 5 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts acclaimed scholar of international politics Monica Duffy Toft at the Essex Yacht Club for a talk titled “Dying by the Sword: The Militarization of U.S. Foreign Policy.” Toft is Academic Dean and Professor of International Politics and Director of the Center for Strategic Studies at … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Talk in Essex on ‘The Militarization of U.S. Foreign Policy’
Season’s Greetings!
LYME/OLD LYME -- We send heartiest holiday greetings to all our readers, writers, advertisers and friends, We hope everyone has a lovely time celebrating their special holiday. May the day—or days—when you celebrate be filled with peace, wonder and joy. … [Read more...] about Season’s Greetings!
Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend
LYME, CT—Around 70 Democrats from Lyme and Old Lyme attended an event at the Lyme Public Hall on Saturday Afternoon. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Connecticut Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, State Senator Norm Needleman, and District 23 State Representative Candidate Jane Wisialowski all spoke about the upcoming election. … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend
Sales Tax-Free Week in CT Begins, Runs Through Saturday
Just a quick reminder that Sales Tax-Free Week in Connecticut begins Sunday, August 18, and runs through Saturday, August 24. During this weeklong sales-tax holiday, retail purchases of most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 are exempt from Connecticut sales tax. The exemption applies to each eligible item priced under $100, regardless of the total number of … [Read more...] about Sales Tax-Free Week in CT Begins, Runs Through Saturday
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Opens ‘Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center’
OLD LYME — Connecticut Audubon’s Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center (RTPEC) has announced the opening of a new children’s education center on its five-acre property in Old Lyme. Funded by private donations, The Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center is located in a renovated and expanded 1,632-square-foot cottage. “The Kelsey family is fortunate to be … [Read more...] about Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Opens ‘Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center’
Kindergarten Registration Now Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
LYME/OLD LYME -- Registration for Kindergarten in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools for the fall of 2024 is now open at Lyme Consolidated and Mile Creek Schools. Children who will be five-years-old on or before Sept. 1, 2024 are eligible to register for the 2024-2025 school year. If your child is currently enrolled in the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Preschool, you do not need to … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Registration Now Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Season’s Greetings!
We send Merry Christmas greetings to all our readers, writers, advertisers and friends that celebrate. We hope you enjoy a very special day today wherever you are. We wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season filled with peace, wonder and joy. Many thanks to Edie Twining for giving us permission to publish her photo above of the amazing display she created in Old Lyme Post Office … [Read more...] about Season’s Greetings!
Expert Gives Zoom Presentation on ‘Internet Safety for Parents’ Tonight
OLD LYME -- Scott Driscoll of Internet Safety Concepts will give a presentation via Zoom on Internet Safety for Parents at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 17. This program is free of charge and presented by Lymes' Youth Service Bureau. It is intended for all interested adult members of the community. Register here for the Zoom link to attend the presentation. For the majority of … [Read more...] about Expert Gives Zoom Presentation on ‘Internet Safety for Parents’ Tonight
Old Lyme Fire Department Hosts Open House Tonight, All Welcome
The Old Lyme Fire Department will host its annual Open House this evening, Wednesday, Oct. 5, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event will be held at the main firehouse located on 69 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, Conn. All are welcome to this night of events, food, games and prizes. Activities will include Fire safety and firefighting demonstrations. Fire truck rides Bike … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Department Hosts Open House Tonight, All Welcome
Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Starts TODAY at 11am, LYSB Invites “Anyone on Wheels” to March With Them
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade will kick off from the Lyme Street Firehouse at 11 a.m. today, Monday, May 30, and continue to the Duck River Cemetery where appropriate ceremonies hosted by VFW Post 1467 will be held to honor the country's fallen Veterans. There will be marchers from Old Lyme including the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) High and Middle School Bands and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Starts TODAY at 11am, LYSB Invites “Anyone on Wheels” to March With Them
Old Lyme Historical Society’s Fall Plant Sale Continues Today
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Historical Society hosts its Annual Fall Plant Sale Saturday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 10, from 12 to 2 p.m. The sale will be held at the Society's 55 Lyme Street location Potted perennials and annuals of all types and sizes will be on sale at competitive prices. Proceeds will support the mission of the Society, which is … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society’s Fall Plant Sale Continues Today
Last Day to Donate to (Christ The) ‘King’s Rummage Sale’; Church Hosts ‘Harvest Festival’, Sept. 18
OLD LYME -- Summer’s over. The kids are back in school. It’s a great time to clean out closets, organize cupboards, and generally clear out clutter. Are you moving or downsizing and don’t know what to do with all the stuff you’ve accumulated? Don’t let your gently used household items go to the dump. Upcycle your goods by donating them to the King’s Rummage Sale at Christ … [Read more...] about Last Day to Donate to (Christ The) ‘King’s Rummage Sale’; Church Hosts ‘Harvest Festival’, Sept. 18