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Neviaser Answers Questions on Armed Guards in LOL Schools (Podcast)

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LYME/OLD LYME — In an interview published on June 23, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser fielded questions from Connecticut-East.com’s Brian Scott-Smith about the Region 18 Board of Education’s June 15 decision to arm security guards in LOL Schools. The vote was carried by a 7-2 majority. Scott-Smith says the objective of the interview is "to find out … [Read more...] about Neviaser Answers Questions on Armed Guards in LOL Schools (Podcast)

Death Announced of William Martin Auwood, Father of Nancy Laro of Old Lyme

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QUAKER HILL -- William Martin Auwood, 94, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully June 21, 2022. Bill was the beloved husband of Ruth (Hartman) Auwood who passed July 19, 2019. The shared sixty-seven blessed years of marriage ... Bill began a career at Charles Pfizer in quality control, at the time the department had only eight … [Read more...] about Death Announced of William Martin Auwood, Father of Nancy Laro of Old Lyme

Old Lyme Named ‘Best Summer Destination in CT’ by TravelPulse.com

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OLD LYME -- TravelPulse.com has just announced its list of 'Every State’s Best Summer Travel Destination' and Old Lyme has won the honor for the state of Connecticut! The travel site states, "the focus [of the list] ... is on the best of the best, the summer spots that hit it out of the park every single year this time of year." Justifying its selection of Old Lyme, the site … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Named ‘Best Summer Destination in CT’ by TravelPulse.com

Old Lyme-PGN Library Adds One More Day to Half-Price Book Sale, TODAY 10-4

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OLD LYME — Today, Wednesday, June 29, Phoebe’s BookCellar at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes (PGN) Library will be hosting an additional day for its Half-Price Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-loved books, DVD's and more will all be on sale at half price -- in fact, everything will be on sale except historic maps! Every dollar earned at the BookCellar goes directly … [Read more...] about Old Lyme-PGN Library Adds One More Day to Half-Price Book Sale, TODAY 10-4

Friends of CT Libraries Honor Friends of Old Lyme Library

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OLD LYME — On Saturday, June 11, the Friends of Connecticut Libraries (FOCL) honored the Friends of the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Library (OL-PGN.) The award, which was designated for municipalities with a population under 15,000, recognized the OL-PGN for their outreach to the community during the pandemic when the Library was closed. The Co-Chairs of the OL-PGN's … [Read more...] about Friends of CT Libraries Honor Friends of Old Lyme Library

Celebrate CT Historic Gardens Day at Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum, Today

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OLD LYME  -- Connecticut Historic Gardens Day is being held this Sunday, June 26, from 12 to 4 p.m. and the Florence Griswold Museum is one of the 15 participating sites throughout the state. Enjoy free admission to the Museum’s grounds in full bloom during this special state-wide celebration of historic gardens. Members of the dedicated 'Garden Gang,' who tend the … [Read more...] about Celebrate CT Historic Gardens Day at Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum, Today

Davis Presents her New Book, “CT Waters’ This Afternoon at Lymes’ Senior Center

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OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, June 22, at 1 p.m., Caryn B. Davis will present her book "Connecticut Waters: A Celebration of Our Coastline & Waterways" at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT. Read a review of Connecticut Waters by LymeLine Editor Olwen Logan at this link. Davis is a published writer and architectural, garden and travel photographer. … [Read more...] about Davis Presents her New Book, “CT Waters’ This Afternoon at Lymes’ Senior Center

Death Announced of Donna Lee Calabria Poeta of Old Lyme, Wife of Late Bill Poeta

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OLD LYME -- Donna Lee Calabria Poeta, 73, of Old Lyme, beloved wife of the late William Louis Poeta Jr, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, June 13, 2022. She was born on December 27, 1949 in Sewickley, PA and was the daughter of the late John and Mary Jane Mihalik Calabria ... She recently lost her husband Bill last month after 40 years of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donna Lee Calabria Poeta of Old Lyme, Wife of Late Bill Poeta

Happy Midsummer’s Day! Old Lyme Celebrates Summer Solstice with ‘Make Music Day,’ This Evening 

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OLD LYME – A popular live music stroll along Lyme Street, Make Music Old Lyme, returns Tuesday, June 21, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. An international celebration of free music for all, the Old Lyme Arts District is producing the town’s event in conjunction with the Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition and the MusicNow Foundation. As in previous years, the Make Music Old … [Read more...] about Happy Midsummer’s Day! Old Lyme Celebrates Summer Solstice with ‘Make Music Day,’ This Evening 

Old Lyme BOS/BOF Meet Tonight to Discuss American Rescue Plan Committee’s Funding Recommendations

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OLD LYME  -- A Special Joint Meeting of the Old Lyme Boards of Selectmen and Finance will be held this evening to review and discuss the American Rescue Plan Committee’s (ARPC) funding recommendations. The meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Old Lyme Town Hall Meeting Room. Rick Stout, ARPA Committee Member, will present the committee's recommendations. As the Board … [Read more...] about Old Lyme BOS/BOF Meet Tonight to Discuss American Rescue Plan Committee’s Funding Recommendations

Death Announced of Michael Jon Gumkowski, Formerly of Old Lyme, Husband of Francine; He ‘Loved his Family, Friends, and the CT Shoreline’

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OLD SAYBROOK, CT -- Michael Jon Gumkowski was born in East Haven Connecticut on June 11, 1954 to Walter and Jean Gumkowski. He died on June 13, 2022 at the age of 68. Michael loved his family, his friends, and the Connecticut shoreline. Although challenged by a series of debilitating health issues for the past 25 years, he battled every illness with relentless diligence … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Michael Jon Gumkowski, Formerly of Old Lyme, Husband of Francine; He ‘Loved his Family, Friends, and the CT Shoreline’

Colin Heffernan Unanimously Endorsed by Democrats to Run Against Incumbent State Rep. Carney for 23rd House District, Includes Lyme & OL

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OLD SAYBROOK — Colin Heffernan, a prominent local attorney and small business owner, has been unanimously endorsed for the 23rd House District by Democratic delegates representing Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Lyme, and Westbrook. Heffernan's opponent in November will be incumbent State Representative Devin Carney (R), who is seeking his fifth consecutive term in office. “It’s … [Read more...] about Colin Heffernan Unanimously Endorsed by Democrats to Run Against Incumbent State Rep. Carney for 23rd House District, Includes Lyme & OL

Free ‘Juneteenth’ Celebration at Florence Griswold Museum This Afternoon Features Jazz Quartet, Poets

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OLD LYME – The Witness Stones Poets will join the Nat Reeves Quartet in a Juneteenth celebration of jazz and poetry on the lawn of the Florence Griswold Museum on Saturday afternoon, June 18, at 2 p.m. The acclaimed Connecticut poets – Marilyn Nelson, Kate Rushin, Rhonda Ward and Antoinette Brim-Bell – will read a verse cycle written in collaboration with the Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Free ‘Juneteenth’ Celebration at Florence Griswold Museum This Afternoon Features Jazz Quartet, Poets

Summer Sculpture Showcase on View at Studio 80+ in Old Lyme

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OLD LYME -- Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds on Lyme St. in Old Lyme offer a vibrant, artistic environment owned and managed by acclaimed international sculptor Gil Boro, who lives on the property. Dedicated to arts education and appreciation, Boro vigorously pursues his mission to create a bond between art, nature and community by inspiring and promoting participation in … [Read more...] about Summer Sculpture Showcase on View at Studio 80+ in Old Lyme