ROCHESTER, NH -- George M. Kovak, 89, died Jan 29, 2022 at Rochester Manor, Rochester, NH. He was born on 23 Oct 1932 in Rockville, CT to Michael and Helen (Kapa) Kovak... He married Marion Dupre on 5 May 1956 in Old Saybrook where they lived most of their married lives ... They moved to Fla following his retirement and then to Rochester, NH where he spent his remaining … [Read more...] about Death of George M. Kovak Announced, Brother of Richard of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Aiden Ryder Colangeli, 16, of Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- With heavy hearts we announce the sudden death of Aiden Ryder Colangeli who passed away Feb. 18, 2022, at the age of 16. He was born May 22, 2005 He was the son of Steven Colangeli, stepmom Dovie Hunt; and cherished grandson of Rick and Carol Colangeli; and much loved nephew to Anne Colangeli and Julie Colangeli (fiancé Scott Ferbert); ... A celebration of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Aiden Ryder Colangeli, 16, of Old Lyme
PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON -- This spring, Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) will bring its Sister Murals Project to Old Lyme and New London. PARJE, which was officially launched March 1, 2021, utilizes the broad appeal of art and education to confront racial injustice. Last month, after the unveiling of its first Sister Mural in Norwich on Martin Luther King Jr. … [Read more...] about PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
Learn About, Meet Lavender the Opossum at Lyme Library, This Afternoon
LYME -- Enjoy Storytime with Lavender, TOMORROW afternoon at 3 p.m. at Lyme Public Library. This program has been postponed from Friday, Feb. 25, to Saturday, Feb. 26 due to the weather. Learn about Lavender the opossum and find out why she lived in a house. Lavender’s human friend will read the book aloud and then the children will get to meet Bella and Patch, who are … [Read more...] about Learn About, Meet Lavender the Opossum at Lyme Library, This Afternoon
Tonight, New London Currach Rowers Host Fundraising Irish Concert
On Saturday, Feb. 26, start the "Season" of Saint Patrick by attending an Irish musical concert to support the New London Currach Rowers. Diarmuid Hanafin's Irish musical group, The State Street Saints, will perform at 4 p.m. at Forty Thieves Irish Pub at 171 Bridge Street, Groton, T'wil be a grand time of music and good spirit! Maureen Plumleigh of Old Lyme is … [Read more...] about Tonight, New London Currach Rowers Host Fundraising Irish Concert
Death Announced of Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Lyme
LYME -- Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Joshuatown Road, died Monday, Feb. 21, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. Lisa was born July 16, 1975, in Hartford, the daughter of William and Jeanne (Martin) Kadlec. Lisa was a graduate of Mercy High School class of 1993 ... Lisa is survived by her daughter Evelyn Winters; parents, William and Jeanne Kadlec; brother William … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lisa Marie Kadlec, 46, of Lyme
Registration Opens for RTP Estuary Center Summer Camp, Limited Number of Spaces
OLD LYME -- Join the Roger Tory Peterson (RTP) Estuary Center and spend the summer where science, nature and art combine with fun. While each session has a natural science focus, children will be busy discovering animals and plants, conducting hands-on experiments, making new friends and enjoying outdoor activities. Each week-long session will focus on a project relevant to … [Read more...] about Registration Opens for RTP Estuary Center Summer Camp, Limited Number of Spaces
Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’
LYME -- It is with great sadness that we have been informed of the death of Andy Baxter of Lyme. He was a member of the board of the Lyme Land Trust for 13 years, serving as both its treasurer and later, vice-president. He was also involved in and supported numerous other charitable causes. The Lyme Land Trust has shared the following tribute to Mr. Baxter with us: We … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
OLD LYME -- Six students from the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Art Department were recognized at this year’s prestigious Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. The contest celebrates the work of talented young artists in the state in grades 7 through 12. Student artwork is juried by professional artists and university art faculty and selected on merit for inclusion in a … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
Duck River Garden Club Presents Talk on Sustainable Gardening, This Evening
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Feb. 23, Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) hosts Nancy Ballek to present a talk titled, "10 Months of Blooms Through Sustainable Gardening." The format for the meeting, which will be held at Old Lyme Town Hall, will be as follows: 6:30 p.m. Social 7 p.m. Program 8 p.m. Business meeting for members This free DRGC program is open to the public. All … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club Presents Talk on Sustainable Gardening, This Evening
SECWAC Hosts Zoom Presentation on Challenges Facing Asylum Interviewees, Tonight
On Wednesday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Professor Karolin Machtans, who will give a presentation titled, "The Representation of Asylum Interviews in Contemporary Literature and Film of Refuge.” Machtans is Associate Professor of German Studies, Chair of the Department of German at Connecticut College. Due to … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Zoom Presentation on Challenges Facing Asylum Interviewees, Tonight
Death Announced of Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme passed away Jan. 28, 2022, at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London with family by her side. Carlene was born Oct. 16, 1946, in Putnam ... In 1967 she married Thomas Landry, also of Putnam, and in 1970 they moved to Old Lyme with their daughter Lauren. While living in Old Lyme they had two additional children Brian and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Carlene Desautels Landry of Old Lyme
‘Estuary’ Magazine of Old Lyme Celebrates Second Anniversary with Spring 2022 Edition
OLD LYME -- Estuary Magazine, Life of the Connecticut River, founded in 2020 by Estuary Ventures of Old Lyme, Conn., celebrates its second anniversary with the publication of its Spring 2022 issue available by subscription or at select retail venues the first week of March. Estuary is a unique publication and the only magazine dedicated to the watershed of the Connecticut … [Read more...] about ‘Estuary’ Magazine of Old Lyme Celebrates Second Anniversary with Spring 2022 Edition
Basketball Update: Old Lyme Girls Fall to Valley in Shoreline Quarters, Move Onto States
OLD LYME -- Playing without their top-scoring player Meg Loflin, the Old Lyme girls were defeated 59-25 by Valley Regional in the Shoreline Conference quarter-final, which took place on Saturday. After the game, Coach Don Bugbee said, “We were short-handed and overmatched on this day by a very good Valley Regional team" He added, "The girls played hard … [Read more...] about Basketball Update: Old Lyme Girls Fall to Valley in Shoreline Quarters, Move Onto States
This Afternoon, PARJE Hosts Free Event at LAA in Old Lyme with Aim of Promoting Racial Justice, A Few Spots Still Open
OLD LYME -- On Sunday, Feb. 20, Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) hosts Change Can't Wait: Female Athletes in the Struggle for Racial Justice, which will include A Conversation with Morgan Tuck of the Connecticut Sun. The event will be held at the Lyme Art Association and start at 3 p.m. It will also include live music and a kid's art activity. It is … [Read more...] about This Afternoon, PARJE Hosts Free Event at LAA in Old Lyme with Aim of Promoting Racial Justice, A Few Spots Still Open