LYME/OLD LYME -- The Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Board of Trustees has announced that it has awarded private study music scholarships for the 2023-24 academic year to students from both Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School and Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Award recipients from the Middle School are: Estelle Filardi, Ava Gray, Isla Morrissette (winner of the Banker … [Read more...] about Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Awards Scholarships to Lyme-OL High, Middle School Students
Arts
‘Holiday Magic 2023’ Opens 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 2023 opens at the museum today, Friday, Nov. 24, and is on show through Dec. 31. Opening hours are Tuesday through … [Read more...] about ‘Holiday Magic 2023’ Opens at Florence Griswold Museum
Lyme Art Association Greets Holiday Season with Three New Shows, Including ‘Deck the Walls’
OLD LYME -- The Lyme Art Association (LAA) hosts three new shows for this year’s holiday season, which are on view now through through Sunday, Dec. 31. In the festive exhibition Deck the Walls, visitors will discover an array of fine art in various themes, sizes and mediums in this show that returns each year during the holidays, just in time for gift-giving. The juror … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Greets Holiday Season with Three New Shows, Including ‘Deck the Walls’
‘An Artist’s Eye: The Lukas Charles Collection’ on View at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts presents the public opening on Sunday, Nov. 19, of An Artist’s Eye: The Lukas Charles Collection. The exhibition will be on view through Feb. 18, 2024. The collection features rarely-seen portraits by some of the 19th and early 20th centuries’ most accomplished European, American, and British portrait artists, including … [Read more...] about ‘An Artist’s Eye: The Lukas Charles Collection’ on View at Lyme Academy
Boro Recognized for his Decades-Long, Major Contributions to the Arts, Both Locally, Nationally, at Recent Reception
OLD LYME -- In the early evening of Saturday's brilliant weather, friends and family gathered at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds for the 2023 Summer Sculpture Showcase Closing Reception and to celebrate the artistic legacy that founder and artist Gilbert Boro brought to the Old Lyme location. Throughout the evening Boro was surrounded by well-wishers on his upcoming retirement … [Read more...] about Boro Recognized for his Decades-Long, Major Contributions to the Arts, Both Locally, Nationally, at Recent Reception
Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme to Close Permanently at End of Year
OLD LYME -- An announcement is being made today that this will be the final year of operation for Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme. According to the statement being issued this afternoon, the founder and owner of the studio and grounds, Gilbert Boro, has decided that, "After more than 30 rewarding years of participating in the arts ... it is time to retire from … [Read more...] about Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme to Close Permanently at End of Year
Old Lyme’s PGN Library Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Unveiling of Book-Reading Griffin Sculpture
OLD LYME -- On Sept. 12, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin (PGN) Noyes Library Board of Trustees and staff gathered to celebrate the Library’s 125th Anniversary with the unveiling of a bronze statue of a griffin, a mythical half-eagle, half-lion creature. The almost 200-pound bronze statue, created by sculptor Michael McLaughlin, stands by the library’s entrance with an open book at … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s PGN Library Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Unveiling of Book-Reading Griffin Sculpture
Seeking Memories of Lee Dadalt– Art Teacher in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools for Over 30 Years — for Upcoming Retrospective of His Work
OLD LYME -- During a lifetime of creating artworks across a variety of media, Lee Francis Dadalt always remained true to his philosophy that art - both in the creative process and the completed works - should be fun. An art teacher in the Lyme-Old Lyme school district for more than 30 years, he looked forward to inspiring and encouraging young artists as he lived his classroom … [Read more...] about Seeking Memories of Lee Dadalt– Art Teacher in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools for Over 30 Years — for Upcoming Retrospective of His Work
Lyme Congregational Church Continues 2023 ‘Sacred Music’ Season, Thursdays
LYME -- 9/10 UPDATED WITH CONCERT TIMES: On Thursdays through the fall from 5 to 6 p.m., Rolf Wolfswinkel will introduce and play CD selections of meditative and contemplative music, from Gregorian chants to Rachmaninoff vespers. All are welcome. Entry is free but donations would be appreciated. The church is located at the corner of Rte .156 and Sterling City Rd. in … [Read more...] about Lyme Congregational Church Continues 2023 ‘Sacred Music’ Season, Thursdays
Lyme Public Hall Hosts Screenwriting Seminar Series with Janet Roach
LYME -- Are you a writer who has always wanted to see your work come to life on the big screen? Do you have a movie or series idea inside you just burning to get out? Then Lyme Public Hall (LPH) is here to help you ... The Lyme Public Hall and Local History Archives Board of Directors hosts Oscar-nominated screenwriter Janet Roach (Prizzi's Honor, directed by John Huston) … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Hosts Screenwriting Seminar Series with Janet Roach
Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- "Tremendously successful!" That's how Lilywork Artisan Tile founders and owners Paul and Esther Halferty sum up their participation in this year's Lymes Creative Arts program. Their custom-built tile studio is located in the center of Old Lyme at 56 Lyme St. and is the creative endeavor of the husband and wife duo. The summer program, supported by mini-grants and … [Read more...] about Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme
Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition
NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum has a great, no-cost way to entertain friends and family during these final weeks of summer. The Museum is offering free admission to all visitors through Sept. 3, generously funded by Dominion Energy. The grant is connected to the Museum’s current exhibition, Barkley L. Hendricks in New London, which runs through … [Read more...] about Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition
UPDATED: Old Lyme Enjoys All the Fun of the (Midsummer) Festival
Editor's Note: We would like to express sincere thanks to our onsite photographers who contributed all these wonderful photos:- Michele Dickey, Cheryl Poirier and Suzanne Thompson. OLD LYME -- Humidity may have been high but so were people's spirits at Saturday's Old Lyme Midsummer Festival. Artisans of all types were out on the grounds of the Lyme Art … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Old Lyme Enjoys All the Fun of the (Midsummer) Festival
The Movie Man: ‘Oppenheimer’ is a “Must See That Will Age Exceptionally”
Director Christopher Nolan has broken ground by applying his style of non-linear storytelling to biopics, which tend to be predictable Oscar-bait consisting of exceptional costumes, set design, and performances that attempt to master said protagonist’s quirks. With that said, expect to have difficulty following along, but your first impressions will be strong enough to inspire … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: ‘Oppenheimer’ is a “Must See That Will Age Exceptionally”
‘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