OLD LYME -- On Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3 and 4, Musical Masterworks presents the second concert weekend of its 32nd Season at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme with violinist Tessa Lark as Artistic Director. Saturday's concert starts at 5 p.m. and Sunday's at 3 p.m. The program includes Gamba Sonata in G Major, BWV 1027 (arr. for violin, cello and bass) by … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Premiers Two New Musicians Tomorrow; Free Community Concerts, Dec. 17 & 18
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Local Seniors’ Photography Show on View in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- This Friday, Dec. 2, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., the public is invited to join a group of "Members with Cameras" from the Lymes' Senior Center when they host an Opening Reception for a show of their photographs. The show will be held in Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall on Lyme St. These folks have been learning techniques related to expanding and enhancing the … [Read more...] about Local Seniors’ Photography Show on View in Old Lyme
Old Lyme Town Band to Give Two Winter Concerts, Dec. 11 & 14
OLD LYME / OLD SAYBROOK — The Old Lyme Town Band (OLTB) under the direction of Richard Chiappetta, will perform two holiday concerts this season. The first is on Sunday, Dec.11, at 2 p.m. when the band will perform at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme. Admission is free. On Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m., the band will perform at The Kate, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Band to Give Two Winter Concerts, Dec. 11 & 14
‘The Small Painting Show 2022’ on View at Cooley Gallery Through Jan. 7, 2023
OLD LYME -- The Cooley Gallery 's Small Painting Show 2022 is on view at 25 Lyme Street in Old Lyme through Jan. 7, 2023.. Founded in 1981 and located in the heart of historic Old Lyme, The Cooley Gallery specializes in fine American paintings from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries, including the Hudson River School, American Impressionism, and select contemporary … [Read more...] about ‘The Small Painting Show 2022’ on View at Cooley Gallery Through Jan. 7, 2023
LAA ‘Deck the Walls’ Show on View Through Jan. 1, 2023
OLD LYME -- Deck the Walls, the Lyme Art Association’s seasonally festive exhibition, will be on view starting Nov. 18. The show will feature more than 200 pieces of original artwork. Concurrent shows include Emerging Hope, featuring Aleta Gudelski’s depictions of the quiet beauty of the natural world and seeing light along life’s journey. Also on view are solo shows … [Read more...] about LAA ‘Deck the Walls’ Show on View Through Jan. 1, 2023
Cappella Cantorum Presents Holiday Concert in Deep River, Sunday
DEEP RIVER, CT. -- Cappella Cantorum will return to John Winthrop Middle School (JWMS, Deep River, CT) for the 2022-2023 season after a two-year absence. Rehearsals are in full swing for the upcoming winter concert, Vivaldi’s Gloria and Other Holiday Favorites, to be performed Sunday, Dec 4, at 3 p.m. at JWMS. Mark your calendar to join this wonderful musical … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Presents Holiday Concert in Deep River, Sunday
Con Brio Choral Society Presents Two Christmas Concerts, Dec. 9 & 11
OLD LYME -- The 60 singers of Con Brio Choral Society under the baton of Dr. Stephen Bruce will perform Dan Forrest’s joyful and dramatic Jubilate Deo, along with motets and seasonal carols, with the Con Brio Festival Orchestra and soloists soprano Carley DeFranco and mezzo-soprano Allison Messier on Friday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. at Christ the King … [Read more...] about Con Brio Choral Society Presents Two Christmas Concerts, Dec. 9 & 11
‘Holiday Magic 2022’ on View at Florence Griswold Museum
OLD LYME -- Celebrate the holidays at the Florence Griswold Museum with over 200 painted palettes on display in the Krieble Galleries, décor and artist trees in the historic house, gift shopping, and numerous special, seasonal events. Holiday Magic 2022 opened at the museum Friday, Nov. 25, and is on show through Dec. 31. Opening hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to … [Read more...] about ‘Holiday Magic 2022’ on View at Florence Griswold Museum
‘Monochrome’ Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy Through Feb. 9, 2023
OLD LYME -- The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts presents Monochrome, a new exhibition featuring contemporary figurative artists’ search for expression and meaning within a single-color or limited palette. Free and open to the public, the exhibition will be displayed in the Academy’s … [Read more...] about ‘Monochrome’ Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy Through Feb. 9, 2023
Lyme Academy Hosts 2nd Annual Holiday Enchantment & Tree Lighting, Dec. 10
OLD LYME – On Saturday, Dec. 10, from 3 to 6 p.m., Lyme Academy of Fine Arts welcomes members of the community, young and old, to gather on its campus in Old Lyme for the 2nd Annual Holiday Enchantment and Tree Lighting. The Academy looks forward to an “old fashioned” holiday celebration, bringing to life magical memories with festive activities, which will … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy Hosts 2nd Annual Holiday Enchantment & Tree Lighting, Dec. 10
Old Lyme Church Invites Community to Sacred Jazz Worship Service, Sunday Morning
Dr. Michael White and His New Orleans Jazz Ensemble Return to Old Lyme OLD LYME – During the weekend of Nov. 5 and 6, the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) will hold a free “Rhythm of the Saints” Concert on Saturday night followed by a Sacred Jazz Worship Service on Sunday morning – with both events featuring the return of Dr. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Invites Community to Sacred Jazz Worship Service, Sunday Morning
Third Robbie Collomore Concert Presents Noree Chamber Soloists Playing Schubert, Mozart, Dvořák in Chester, Sunday
CHESTER — The third Robbie Collomore Concert will be held Sunday, Nov. 6, at 5 p.m. at the Chester Meeting House. The Noree Chamber Soloists will present a concert of Schubert, Mozart, and Dvořák. The first piece on the program is Franz Schubert’s String Quartet No. 10 in E-flat Major. Schubert was only 16 when he composed this quartet. It was first performed by … [Read more...] about Third Robbie Collomore Concert Presents Noree Chamber Soloists Playing Schubert, Mozart, Dvořák in Chester, Sunday
Musical Masterworks Kicks Off 32nd Season With New Artistic Director Tessa Lark, Saturday; Tickets on Sale Now
OLD LYME -- Musical Masterworks opens its 32nd season at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme with concerts on Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23. This will be violinist Tessa Lark's inaugural season as Artistic Director and she has planned an exciting program for all the concerts. “I have found there has always been a beautiful mixture of new faces amongst … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Kicks Off 32nd Season With New Artistic Director Tessa Lark, Saturday; Tickets on Sale Now
Lyme Resident, Acclaimed Artist Judy Cotton Presents Debut Book at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 4 p.m., Lyme Academy of Fine Arts invites community members to a Tea & Talk with Judy Cotton as she shares her first book Swimming Home: A Memoir. This free event will take place at de Gerenday's Fine Art Materials and Curiosities located on the campus of the Academy at 84 Lyme St. (South Entrance) in Old Lyme. Cotton will read … [Read more...] about Lyme Resident, Acclaimed Artist Judy Cotton Presents Debut Book at Lyme Academy
‘Twinkle Point’ Wee Faerie Village Opens at Florence Griswold Museum, Pirate Day on Saturday
OLD LYME -- Since 2009 over 175,000 visitors have immersed themselves in the spirit of imagination and whimsy that comes from visiting at least two dozen faerie-sized installations across the Museum’s campus on a perfect autumn day, and this year will be no exception. This year’s theme is Twinkle Point, an amusement park tailored for fairy folk. Artists and faerie aficionados … [Read more...] about ‘Twinkle Point’ Wee Faerie Village Opens at Florence Griswold Museum, Pirate Day on Saturday