OLD LYME -- I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely death of David Rufo, the former owner of the Bee and Thistle Inn in Old Lyme with his then wife, Linnea. He was a wonderful, charismatic man and these words from his obituary, which was published today, sum him up beautifully: "David seemed tireless always squeezing every bit of joy out of each day. His optimism and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Rufo, Former Co-Owner of Old Lyme’s ‘Bee & Thistle Inn’
Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe Scheduled to Close Aug. 31, Owner Reale Says Decision is ‘Really Bitter-Sweet’
Author's Note: I recently spoke with Angie Reale, the owner of the Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe, by phone and she graciously answered my questions for more than an hour. We chatted at length about her time at the Shoppe and her previous employment at Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, where she and I first met back in 2007. OLD LYME – “I didn’t realize I'd get this kind of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe Scheduled to Close Aug. 31, Owner Reale Says Decision is ‘Really Bitter-Sweet’
Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- A new restaurant, owned and managed by Lyme resident Nalini Srinivasan, has opened in Old Saybrook. Describing itself as focused on homestyle, authentic Indian cuisine,The Curry Queen, located at 93 Elm St., offers both dine-in and take-out options. Asked to describe her menu, Srinivasan responded by email saying, "The menu is, at present, a simple … [Read more...] about Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
‘Savage Brothers’ Draw Large, Lively Crowd for Festival Kickoff Concert
OLD LYME -- Hundreds gathered last night on the lawns of the Florence Griswold Museum for the traditional kickoff concert for this year's Midsummer Festival. The Savage Brothers’ band played “funkin’, rockin’, and rhythm” music, which delighted the large crowd ... ... and spurred numerous audience members of all ages to stand up and dance. The weather was … [Read more...] about ‘Savage Brothers’ Draw Large, Lively Crowd for Festival Kickoff Concert
Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, July 27, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees issued a statement titled, Old Lyme Library’s July 11th Decision … Some Questions Answered. The statement answers a series of questions about the recent book challenge process, which culminated in the decision to retain two specific books in the Teen/Tween section of the library. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
Old Lyme Republicans Meet Tonight to Select Candidates for Nov. Election; Griswold Not Seeking Re-election in Top Job, Mulling Run in Different Position
OLD LYME -- Members of the Old Lyme (OL) Republican Town Committee (RTC) will gather this evening at 6 p.m. in Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall to caucus and determine their endorsements for the upcoming November election. Last Friday, John Mesham and Judith Read announced they will be seeking Republican endorsements as OL First Selectman and Second Selectman respectively at … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Republicans Meet Tonight to Select Candidates for Nov. Election; Griswold Not Seeking Re-election in Top Job, Mulling Run in Different Position
Latest Book by Lyme Photographer Caryn B. Davis Explores Pure Beauty of ‘Connecticut Gardens’
LYME, CT -- Stunning photography by Lyme resident Caryn B. Davis highlights her latest book titled, Connecticut Gardens. This beautiful book takes readers on a visual tour of some of the state's most impressive historic, public, and private gardens. The pure beauty of the gardens on view in the book spans the spectrum from simple cottage gardens through remarkable botanical … [Read more...] about Latest Book by Lyme Photographer Caryn B. Davis Explores Pure Beauty of ‘Connecticut Gardens’
Old Lyme Fire Dept., Police, Emergency Units Escort ‘9/11 Never Forget’ Mobile Exhibit Into Town
OLD LYME -- Yesterday, the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) escorted the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit into Old Lyme and residents and visitors cheerfully turned out on Lyme Street to celebrate its arrival. A huge flag was hung across Lyme St. to welcome the exhibit. The 9/11 Never Forget trailer was escorted from the NY/CT state line on I-95 North by cruisers … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Dept., Police, Emergency Units Escort ‘9/11 Never Forget’ Mobile Exhibit Into Town
Vote Unanimous on Library Board’s Decision to Retain Two Books in Teen/Tween Collection, Despite Requests to Relocate Them; One Member Resigned in Advance
OLD LYME -- After the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees had issued a statement regarding their decision to retain two controversial books in the Library's Teen/Tween collection, we asked Library Director Katie Huffman some follow-up questions. Our first question was whether the vote had been unanimous. She responded by email saying, "The vote to keep … [Read more...] about Vote Unanimous on Library Board’s Decision to Retain Two Books in Teen/Tween Collection, Despite Requests to Relocate Them; One Member Resigned in Advance
Clarification
We would like to clarify that a Letter to the Editor from Howard Margules, which we published recently, contained an error. Mr. Margules had told us by email that in his letter he was referencing a Letter to the Editor of The Day from Steven Wilson, who is the Region 18 Board of Education Chairman. Mr. Margules has now clarified that this was a mistake and he was, in fact, … [Read more...] about Clarification
More Than 400 Sign Letter Supporting Old Lyme Library, Urging Rejection of Censorship Requests ‘In Their Entirety’
*COMMENTING ON THIS ARTICLE IS NOW CLOSED* OLD LYME -- We received a copy of the letter below from Old Lyme resident David Rubino. The letter is addressed to the OLPGN Library Director, Officers, and Board of Trustees and urges the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes (OLPGN) Library to "reject the requests of the censorship supporters in their entirety." As at 8 p.m. last … [Read more...] about More Than 400 Sign Letter Supporting Old Lyme Library, Urging Rejection of Censorship Requests ‘In Their Entirety’
Local Residents Start Petition in Support of Old Lyme’s PGN Library ‘Anti-Censorship Policies’
LYME/OLD LYME -- UPDATED 6/29 after new information received regarding the organizers of the petition: In response to a letter sent by a group of Lyme and Old Lyme citizens requesting the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes (OLPGN) Library should reconsider its decision to include a specific sex-education book in its collection, undertake, "a proper review of the materials in the … [Read more...] about Local Residents Start Petition in Support of Old Lyme’s PGN Library ‘Anti-Censorship Policies’
Group of Residents Ask Old Lyme Library to Withdraw Specific Sex Education Book From Teen/Tween Room
*COMMENTING ON THIS ARTICLE IS NOW CLOSED* OLD LYME -- Old Lyme resident Stephen Spooner has sent us a copy of the letter, which was addressed to the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes (OLPGN) Library Officers and Board of Trustees, and copied to OLPGN Director Katie Huffman, the nine members of the Region 18 Board of Education, Region 18 Superintendent Ian Nevisier (sic), Lymes' … [Read more...] about Group of Residents Ask Old Lyme Library to Withdraw Specific Sex Education Book From Teen/Tween Room
Hundreds Stroll Musical Lyme Street to Celebrate Solstice
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 6/23: It was a night for the ages. The weather was perfect, the music was engaging and hundreds of people came out to enjoy 'Make Music Old Lyme.' People slowly strolled Lyme Street in Old Lyme stopping on some occasions to chat with friends and on others to listen to a variety of bands and solo artists playing a range of different genres of … [Read more...] about Hundreds Stroll Musical Lyme Street to Celebrate Solstice
Vote for Lymes’ Senior Center Improvement Plan Passes Convincingly
OLD LYME -- Tuesday's in-person vote at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School on whether to approve $4,158,407 for Old Lyme's share of the anticipated total costs for the planning, design and construction of an expansion of the Lymes' Senior Center saw an overwhelming majority support the proposal. The results were as follows: YES: 385NO: 54 The Yes vote represented 87.7% of the … [Read more...] about Vote for Lymes’ Senior Center Improvement Plan Passes Convincingly