Gallery Hours for Show are Wednesday through Sunday, June 15-19, from 12 to 4 p.m. OLD LYME -- Art Under Siege is currently on view at Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in the historic Sill House on the Academy's campus on Lyme St. The exhibition is presented by Old Lyme resident, Barbara Shriver and will continue through June 19, 2022. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, … [Read more...] about Last Day to View ‘Art Under Siege’ at Lyme Academy is Sunday, Sales Benefit Ukrainian Charities
Two New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Aug. 4
OLD LYME -- Two new exhibitions are on view at Lyme Art Association (LAA), Ship to Shore and Renaissance in Pastel. An opening reception and award presentation for both exhibitions is being held Friday, June 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome. Celebrating all aspects of sea and shoreline life, Ship to Shore is a member's exhibition, which features a … [Read more...] about Two New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Aug. 4
June 14 & 15 COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases in Lyme, Three in Old Lyme take Cumulative Totals to 324, 1315 Respectively
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, June 14, and Wednesday, June 15, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of three new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and also three in Lyme compared with June 13 numbers. The link above is always to the most recent day of CT DPH reports. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total … [Read more...] about June 14 & 15 COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases in Lyme, Three in Old Lyme take Cumulative Totals to 324, 1315 Respectively
Old Lyme’s DeBernardo Brings Home Three Golds, One Bronze From USA 2022 Special Olympics Games
OLD LYME -- In a remarkable feat, Old Lyme resident and Lyme-Old Lyme High School student Andrea DeBernardo won three gold medals, a bronze and a 5th place ribbon in the Special Olympics USA Games held in ESPN Worldwide Sports Complex at Orlando, Fla. from June 4 to 12. She competed in Artistic Gymnastics along with over 50 individuals from other states in the country. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s DeBernardo Brings Home Three Golds, One Bronze From USA 2022 Special Olympics Games
Celebrating Flag Day, Old Lyme Historical Society Presents ‘History of Stars & Stripes’ Talk, Tonight; All Welcome
OLD LYME -- Today is Flag Day and appropriately, this evening at 7 p.m., the Old Lyme Historical Society Inc. (OLHSI) presents another talk in its 2022 Series of Events. This one will be given by James Meehan and will cover the History of the Stars & Stripes. The event will take place at the Society's building at 55 Lyme St. in Old Lyme. All are welcome and admission is … [Read more...] about Celebrating Flag Day, Old Lyme Historical Society Presents ‘History of Stars & Stripes’ Talk, Tonight; All Welcome
Death Announced of Susan K. Barnes, 65, Sister of Mark Barnes of Old Lyme
Susan K. Barnes, 65, aka Susie Q" of Bristol, Misquamicut, RI, and Wellington, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022 ... Susan is survived by her siblings Mark Barnes (Jean) of Old Lyme, Jimmy Barnes (Pam) of Bristol, Holly LeDuc (Kevin) of Plainville, Lisa Barnes of Bristol, ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published June 8, 2022 by The Bristol Press. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan K. Barnes, 65, Sister of Mark Barnes of Old Lyme
Old Lyme DTC Issues Statement Concerning Guns, Public Health
Editor's Note: The Old Lyme DTC sent us this statement, which is also published on their website at this link. OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) supports the statement below from Attorney Colin Heffernan, Democratic-endorsed candidate for the 23rd House District. We urge the public to take these issues most seriously and to vote for legislators … [Read more...] about Old Lyme DTC Issues Statement Concerning Guns, Public Health
Old Lyme Sister Mural Dedicated in Old Lyme
OLD LYME — On Sunday, June 12, the newly-created ‘Welcome’ mural at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS) will be dedicated at a ceremony starting at 2:30 p.m. and running through 3:30 p.m. The dedication will be preceded by a Community Talk and celebration of the mural from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Those attending will discuss what has been learned in the last two years of PARJE … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Sister Mural Dedicated in Old Lyme
Memorial Service for Elizabeth “Lee” Howard to be Held in Old Lyme, June 16
Elizabeth "Lee" Howard died on December 14, 2021 in Chester, CT. She was 90 years old. Born on June 16, 1931 to Archibald Murray Howe and Margaret Allen Howe in North Andover, MA, Lee and her siblings Archie and Peggy grew up on Osgood Street, the former home of the first postmaster general of the US ... Lee graduated from Vassar College in 1952. Working with local, … [Read more...] about Memorial Service for Elizabeth “Lee” Howard to be Held in Old Lyme, June 16
Death of Polly F. Anderson, 83, Announced; Graduate of Old Lyme High School
STONINGTON -- Polly F. Anderson, 83, of Stonington passed away peacefully May 28, 2022, at the Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, Fla. She was born in Hartford, to Rita J Farrell. Polly graduated from Old Lyme High School and Mitchell College ... She is survived by her husband of 53 plus years, Carl G. Anderson II; children, Jennifer, Carl III, and Philip G. Anderson; … [Read more...] about Death of Polly F. Anderson, 83, Announced; Graduate of Old Lyme High School
Death Announced of Nicole “Nikki” Marie Turner, 30, Graduate of Lyme Academy College in 2014
Nicole "Nikki" Marie Turner, 30 years, passed away May 23, 2022. Born on January 11, 1992 to Theresa and Dave Turner in Toledo, OH. She graduated from Bedford High School and went on to receive a Bachelors of Fine Arts at Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts (Old Lyme, CT). She moved to Florida ... while attending Harley Davidson's Mechanic School and then Florida Technical … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Nicole “Nikki” Marie Turner, 30, Graduate of Lyme Academy College in 2014
Characteristic of Kindness That Distinguishes Lyme-Old Lyme Class of 2022 ‘Will Make Everything, Anything in this World Possible’ (LOLHS Principal Wygonik)
OLD LYME -- The weather was perfect Friday evening for the graduation ceremony of the 126-member Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Class of 2022. We have published in full (below) the speeches that were given during the event in the order in which they were delivered. A full listing of the graduates is printed at the foot of the article. More photos will be added later … [Read more...] about Characteristic of Kindness That Distinguishes Lyme-Old Lyme Class of 2022 ‘Will Make Everything, Anything in this World Possible’ (LOLHS Principal Wygonik)
Last Chance to Reserve Tickets for Tonight’s ‘Big Barn Bash’ at High Hopes
OLD LYME -- On Saturday, June 11, High Hopes Therapeutic Riding will host its Big Barn Bash with a colorful theme of Hues of Hopes. Net proceeds from the event benefit High Hopes programs allowing it to remain a place where horses and humans together improve lives. Tickets will be on sale today but NOT at the door. Enjoy an open bar, theme cocktails, and graze (pun … [Read more...] about Last Chance to Reserve Tickets for Tonight’s ‘Big Barn Bash’ at High Hopes
Author Tom DeWolf to Host Public Workshop This Evening at Old Lyme Church on Racial Justice, Healing
Free Workshop, “Coming to the Table: Beyond the Legacy of Enslavement,” Open to All OLD LYME – On Saturday, June 11, at 5 p.m., the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) will host noted author Tom DeWolf in the FCCOL Fellowship Hall. He will lead a workshop on racial justice and healing called, “Coming to the Table: Beyond the Legacy of Enslavement.” DeWolf … [Read more...] about Author Tom DeWolf to Host Public Workshop This Evening at Old Lyme Church on Racial Justice, Healing
Celebrate CT Open House Day with Free Admission to Old Lyme’s FloGris Museum, Today
OLD LYME -- As part of Connecticut's Open House Day, Museum admission to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme is free this Saturday, June 11. No advance registration is required. Celebrate art, history, and nature in one place. Visitors can enjoy a new art exhibition, including “Blooms with a View,” floral arrangements that play off a selection of artworks, stroll lush … [Read more...] about Celebrate CT Open House Day with Free Admission to Old Lyme’s FloGris Museum, Today