There wasn’t a parking spot to be found Sunday afternoon at the Florence Griswold Museum, nor come to that at the Lyme Art Association. And the reason? Despite torrential rain, it seemed as if the whole town had come out to say a fond farewell to Jeff Andersen, the much beloved Director of the Florence Griswold Museum, who was retiring after an amazing 41 years in that … [Read more...] about The End of an Era … but the Journey Continues: Jeff Andersen Retires From the FloGris Museum After 41 Years
A Rally to Remember — Women (Mostly) Gather to Call Attention to Power of Peaceful Protest
More than 400 warmly dressed people gathered Saturday morning under clear skies on the forecourt of the Two Wrasslin' Cats cafe in East Haddam to stand in solidarity with all the other Sister Marches taking place all over the country ... and beyond. The event was organized by Together We Rise CT (TWRCT) and facilitated by Theresa Govert, founder and chair of … [Read more...] about A Rally to Remember — Women (Mostly) Gather to Call Attention to Power of Peaceful Protest
So Long, Skip! Sibley Steps Down After 16 Years as Old Lyme Selectman
Current, former and newly-appointed board of selectmen members, other Old Lyme board and committee members, friends, family and Old Lyme townspeople gathered in the Meeting Room at Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall Nov. 20 to say farewell to Old Lyme Selectman Arthur "Skip" Sibley, who was stepping down from the board of selectmen after serving what Old Lyme First Selectwoman … [Read more...] about So Long, Skip! Sibley Steps Down After 16 Years as Old Lyme Selectman
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Host Rousing Veteran’s Day Assembly, Filled With Emotion
Last Friday, when many public schools gave students a vacation day in honor of Veterans Day, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools took a different approach. With students attending school for a full day, LOL Schools chose to honor veterans in their community in a highly respectful and meaningful morning of ceremonies that begin in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School with a hearty breakfast. … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Host Rousing Veteran’s Day Assembly, Filled With Emotion
Honoring Those Who Serve … or Served
Despite the bitterly cold weather last Friday, a brief but touching ceremony to honor the nation's veterans was held outside Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall led by members of the Lymes' Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #1467. Larry Olsen, Commander of Post #1467, (at left in photo above) gave introductory remarks and offered prayers. He was joined by fellow VFW members … [Read more...] about Honoring Those Who Serve … or Served
Reemsnyder, Nosal Re-elected; Kerr Takes Third Spot on Old Lyme Board of Selectmen,
Democrat Bonnie Reemsnyder swept to a fourth term as Old Lyme Selectwoman with a convincing 1,520 votes over her Republican opponent Judith Read, who polled 1,248 votes. Noting, "It was quite a race," Reemsnyder commented, "We had a formidable campaign, [against a] formidable opponent. I would not take her [Read's] candidacy lightly." Incumbent selectwoman, fellow Democrat … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder, Nosal Re-elected; Kerr Takes Third Spot on Old Lyme Board of Selectmen,
Everyone Loves the Lyme Parade!
The sun shone, the band played, and the muskets boomed as Lyme held its annual Independence Day parade yesterday. Each segment of the crowd eagerly awaited the parade's arrival ... and then cheered loudly and clapped enthusiastically as the parade approached. Founded by the late Dr. William Irving as an impromptu event for his immediate family in 1958, this … [Read more...] about Everyone Loves the Lyme Parade!
Old Lyme Property Transactions are Back!
One of the immeasurable joys -- well, actually this one is distinctly measurable -- of having a summer intern is that he kindly goes around picking up things that I have dropped. I'm, of course, using that expression figuratively ... specifically, in this case, I mean Jacob has been quietly working away in the Old Lyme Town Hall in his spare moments and has now managed to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Property Transactions are Back!
Reemsnyder, Nosal Seeking Re-election to Old Lyme’s Board of Selectmen in November
In an exclusive interview with LymeLine.com, Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder (D) has announced her intention to run for a fourth term in November of this year along with fellow incumbent Democratic Selectwoman MaryJo Nosal, with whom she has campaigned successfully for the past three elections. Reemsnyder told LymeLine.com that she felt she and Nosal together … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder, Nosal Seeking Re-election to Old Lyme’s Board of Selectmen in November
Studio 80’s ‘Summer Sculpture Showcase 2017’ on View Through October
Opening Reception Features Live Performances by GUSTO Dance & River Valley Dance Project Gilbert Boro, owner and sculptor at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme, is hosting an Opening Reception on Saturday, June 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. for two new exhibitions on his property, Summer Sculpture Showcase 2017 and The Golden Hour. All are welcome to attend the reception … [Read more...] about Studio 80’s ‘Summer Sculpture Showcase 2017’ on View Through October
On Board the ‘Onrust;’ Famed Re-creation of Adriaen Block’s Boat Sails up Connecticut River
It was "a momentous occasion," according to Connecticut River Museum Executive Director Chris Dobbs when a group of dignitaries and invited guests gathered to board the re-creation of Adriaen Block’s boat Onrust last Thursday. Dobbs pointed out that it was, "400 years ago -- 403 to be precise" since the original Onrust commenced its exploration of the Connecticut River … [Read more...] about On Board the ‘Onrust;’ Famed Re-creation of Adriaen Block’s Boat Sails up Connecticut River
No Parade (Again) for Old Lyme but Indoor Ceremony Still Exudes Memorial Day Spirit
Despite the wet weather causing the cancellation of Old Lyme's traditional Memorial Day parade for the second year in a row, more than 100 people still turned out for the Memorial Day ceremony held in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School's auditorium Monday morning. William Appleby (pictured above), Commander of American Legion Post 41, was Master of Ceremonies. The ceremony … [Read more...] about No Parade (Again) for Old Lyme but Indoor Ceremony Still Exudes Memorial Day Spirit
Dedication Ceremony for New Boathouse Celebrates Old Lyme’s Decades-Long, Continuing Passion for Rowing
More than 100 people gathered Saturday morning at Hains Park on the shores of Rogers Lake to join a ceremony to dedicate the recently completed Fred Emerson Boathouse. All joined by a love of rowing, they were there to celebrate the official opening of the boathouse, which is the new home for boats owned by Lyme-Old Lyme Schools and the Old Lyme Rowing Club/Blood Street … [Read more...] about Dedication Ceremony for New Boathouse Celebrates Old Lyme’s Decades-Long, Continuing Passion for Rowing
School Budget Passes Easily in Both Towns
Voters in both Lyme and Old Lyme passed the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools' 2017-18 proposed $33.6 million budget convincingly yesterday. In Lyme, only four people voted against the $33,634, 371 budget while in Old Lyme, 88 voted No. In an extremely low turnout in both towns, the Yes votes in Lyme and Old Lyme respectively were 111 and 271 giving final totals across the Regional … [Read more...] about School Budget Passes Easily in Both Towns
Polls Open 6am in Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Proposed $33.6M Budget, Result on LymeLine Tonight
Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools will hold a referendum today in Lyme and Old Lyme -- the two towns that comprise Regional District #18 -- on their proposed $33,634, 371 budget for the 2017-18 school year. Voting will take place Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Cross Lane Firehouse for Old Lyme residents and Lyme Town Hall for Lyme residents. LymeLine.com will publish the … [Read more...] about Polls Open 6am in Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Proposed $33.6M Budget, Result on LymeLine Tonight