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‘Delivering Hope’ Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels Set for Sept. 19
Pull up a seat at the table as The Estuary, the region’s resource for those 50 and older, hosts a dinner and silent auction to combat food insecurity among older adults.
The Fungus Among Us: Hikers Uncover Science of Mushrooms at Champlain South in Old Lyme
Wildlife biologist Kris Vagos led 16 hikers on the trek as she shared the story behind spores, false gills and what makes some mushrooms purple.
Paddle Into Sunset with Old Lyme Land Trust as Tree Swallows Gather Over Goose Island
Experienced kayakers are invited to a sundown paddle Sept. 20 to witness a spectacular tree swallow murmuration.
Old Lyme Property Transactions, 9/1/26
Sale prices over the past several weeks ranged from $670,000 to $1.05 million.
First Responder Ride Honoring Fallen 9/11 Firefighters to Pass Through Old Lyme, Sept. 8
A 343-mile cycling ride honoring the 343 firefighters killed on Sept. 11 will pass through Old Lyme along Route 156. Residents are encouraged to cheer riders along the route.
Christ the King Church in Old Lyme Accepting Donations Through Sept. 12 for Annual Rummage Sale
The King’s Rummage Sale is set for Sept. 19-20. Find out what items are needed and where to drop them off.
Two Lyme Tag Sales Set for Sept. 12, Donations Still Needed
The Lyme Public Hall and Lyme Grange are collecting donations for their annual tag sale to support local programs and historic buildings.
Take a Champlain South Open Space Hike and/or Join ‘Hiker’s Happy Hour’ at Old Lyme Inn, Sept. 2
The 4:15 p.m. walk will be followed by Happy Hour at 5 p.m. at the Old Lyme Inn, featuring discounted drinks from 5–6 p.m.
West Nile Virus Detected in Old Lyme Mosquito Sample
West Nile virus has been detected in a mosquito sample from Old Lyme. Find out what that means and how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses.