OLD LYME — On Sunday, June 12, the newly-created ‘Welcome’ mural at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS) will be dedicated at a ceremony starting at 2:30 p.m. and running through 3:30 p.m. The dedication will be preceded by a Community Talk and celebration of the mural from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Those attending will discuss what has been learned in the last two years of PARJE … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Sister Mural Dedicated in Old Lyme
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Death Announced of Nicole “Nikki” Marie Turner, 30, Graduate of Lyme Academy College in 2014
Nicole "Nikki" Marie Turner, 30 years, passed away May 23, 2022. Born on January 11, 1992 to Theresa and Dave Turner in Toledo, OH. She graduated from Bedford High School and went on to receive a Bachelors of Fine Arts at Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts (Old Lyme, CT). She moved to Florida ... while attending Harley Davidson's Mechanic School and then Florida Technical … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Nicole “Nikki” Marie Turner, 30, Graduate of Lyme Academy College in 2014
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Receives Transformative $1 Million Gift From Charlotte Colby Danly — Former Student, Trustee Emeritus
Endowment Will Support Creation of New Sculpture Chair; Academy Invites Applications for Position OLD LYME - Lyme Academy of Fine Arts has announced that it has received a $1 million transformative gift from Charlotte Colby Danly, a former student and trustee at the Academy, in support of the Academy’s mission to teach a new generation of artists in the figurative … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Receives Transformative $1 Million Gift From Charlotte Colby Danly — Former Student, Trustee Emeritus
Laurie Pavlos to Retire as Lyme Art Association Director, Elsbeth Dowd Named as Successor
OLD LYME: The Lyme Art Association is the oldest of what has evolved into a vibrant collection of art and culture institutions in the heart of Old Lyme. It is flourishing in a way that is perhaps only rivaled by its early years when the renowned Lyme Art Colony artists formed the Association back in 1914. It is from this firm base that the Association is undergoing a change … [Read more...] about Laurie Pavlos to Retire as Lyme Art Association Director, Elsbeth Dowd Named as Successor
Exhibition, Sale of New Works by Jasper Goodrich, Morteza Khakshoor on View at Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme
The Cooley Gallery's First Endemic Era Show, 'Where They Began,' is Guest Curated by International Artist, Lyme Resident Christian Brechneff OLD LYME, CT – The Cooley Gallery has announced its first exhibition in over two years and for this special show, the gallery joins forces with the artist, Christian Brechneff of Lyme, Conn. Where They Began, is an exhibition and … [Read more...] about Exhibition, Sale of New Works by Jasper Goodrich, Morteza Khakshoor on View at Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme
Local Resident, Acclaimed Photographer Skip Hine Gives Author Talk on His New Book at Lyme Library
LYME -- On Saturday, May 21, Lyme Public Library hosts acclaimed photographer Skip Hine from 2 to 3 p.m. to discuss his new book Memories in Hine Sight: My Life with a Camera. Hine’s free presentation will include examples of his photographs and the fascinating stories that went into taking them. With over 45 years of experience, this artist/author has traveled around the … [Read more...] about Local Resident, Acclaimed Photographer Skip Hine Gives Author Talk on His New Book at Lyme Library
Old Lyme’s ‘Welcome’ Mural to be ‘Revealed’ to the Community at LOL Middle School, Today at 1:30pm; All Welcome
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, April 27, the newly-created 'Welcome' mural at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS) will be revealed to the community at a ceremony in the school's auditorium beginning at 1:30 p.m. and lasting around 30 minutes. All are welcome to attend the ceremony and then view the mural after its official 'reveal.' Members of the public attending the ceremony … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s ‘Welcome’ Mural to be ‘Revealed’ to the Community at LOL Middle School, Today at 1:30pm; All Welcome
Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME -- Two new shows are on view at the Lyme Art Association (LAA) through June 2, 2022 at the LAA building located at 90 Lyme St. in Old Lyme. Expanding Visions is the LAA’s annual member show that showcases the varied artistic visions of the association's membership. All types of artwork will be celebrated: hyper-realism, impressionism, abstraction, and … [Read more...] about Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
Nationally Renowned Guest Artists Lead Painting Workshops at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts hosts four comprehensive painting workshops in April, May and June. These workshops offer students an opportunity to work closely with nationally-renowned guest artists for a concentrated and intensive period of time. Students will gain technical experience and insight into the diverse perspectives and methodologies of figurative and … [Read more...] about Nationally Renowned Guest Artists Lead Painting Workshops at Lyme Academy
Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- This summer, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts will offer a full schedule of summer art programs for students ages 11 and up. Storied landscapes coupled with in-studio instruction by acclaimed, professional artists will provide an exceptional opportunity for students to improve their artistic skills. The three distinctive youth programs include a Pre-College and Middle … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
“Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
IVORYTON -- Last Thursday, April 7, a new musical written by Connecticut writers took the stage in Ivoryton, sparking laughter, cheers and a standing ovation. Star of Freedom, with music and lyrics by Jeff Blaney and book by Lawrence Thelen, opened the Playhouse’s 2022 Season. Based on Blaney’s concept album Exodus, Star of Freedom takes the audience on a journey with Sean … [Read more...] about “Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Lyme Art Association Presents an ‘Exhibition in Four Acts’ Through April 7
OLD LYME -- Four new exhibitions, each with a different theme, will be on view in the historic galleries of the Lyme Art Association (LAA) from March 4 through April 7. 'Poetry of Motion', 'Black and White', 'Wanderlust', and 'Renewal: Visions of Spring' will run concurrently, each in a separate room. The Exhibition in Four Acts is one of the LAA's most engaging exhibitions, … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Presents an ‘Exhibition in Four Acts’ Through April 7
Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
OLD LYME -- After the disappointment of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival being cancelled for the past two years due to the COVID pandemic, we are thrilled to announce that it will be taking place again this year! So mark your calendars now for the full-day event on Saturday, July 30, with the traditional, outdoor concert at the Florence Griswold Museum taking place the evening … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Exhibition of Historic Quilts, Bedcovers Through May 1, Masterpieces from Local Area
OLD LYME -- A new exhibition titled, New London County Quilts and Bed Covers, 1750–1825, is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum (FGM) in Old Lyme through May 1, 2022. The exhibition examines some of America’s most celebrated items of textile folk art, all produced here in the southeastern corner of Connecticut. Curated by Lynne Z. Bassett, this exhibition of rare … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Exhibition of Historic Quilts, Bedcovers Through May 1, Masterpieces from Local Area
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