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
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Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden is One of Three Locally to Receive United Way Award for Innovation
LYME/OLD LYME -- As part of United Way of Southeastern Connecticut’s annual Engagement Awards program, the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden is one of three giving gardens in New London County, which have been honored for innovation. The other two gardens honored are the Craig Floyd Giving Garden at Coogan Farm, Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, and the East Lyme Giving … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden is One of Three Locally to Receive United Way Award for Innovation
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
Old Lyme EMS Members Honored for Life-Saving Actions
OLD LYME -- On April 20, the local 911 office dispatched a call to Old Lyme Emergency Medical Services (OLEMS) with a report of someone experiencing chest pains. The day-crew member, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Carlos Diaz, pictured above, left immediately in the Old Lyme ambulance. Dave Musto, who is also an EMT as well as OLEMS Deputy Chief, and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme EMS Members Honored for Life-Saving Actions
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’
Death Announced of Melodie Peters of Old Lyme; Former State Senator, Workers’ Rights Champion
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 3:10pm with State Rep. Carney's comments: The death was announced Monday, Aug. 8, of former State Senator and Old Lyme resident Melodie Peters. She passed away July 31, 2023, at the age of 76. Peters, a Democrat, was elected to the Senate in 1992, thus becoming the first woman to represent the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme. She was re-elected … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Melodie Peters of Old Lyme; Former State Senator, Workers’ Rights Champion
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
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
A View From My Porch: A Treatise on Electric Vehicles — Baby Boomers, ‘Beach Boys’ & Battery Benefits
After some sluggish early sales, there has been a considerable increase in the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads in the United States. EVs comprised 5.8 percent of all new vehicle sales in the United States in 2022; up from 3.2 percent in 2021; and that’s more than three-quarters of a million of the roughly 14 million new cars and light trucks sold in 2022. The … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: A Treatise on Electric Vehicles — Baby Boomers, ‘Beach Boys’ & Battery Benefits
Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks
Detours Identified, Sign up for Text Alerts EAST LYME -- Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1, ledge blasting along I-95 will take place Monday through Thursday for a period of six to eight weeks. As a result, I-95 Northbound and Southbound will be closed twice a day between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for 15 minutes for each blast. During this time, motorists are encouraged … [Read more...] about Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks
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
LYSB’s Midsummer Race Draws Largest Entry Ever
OLD LYME -- The family-friendly 5K run or walk and 'Kid's K' fun run held Saturday morning drew a record-setting combined total of 413 participants. Moreover, more than 70 youngsters participated in the 'Kids K.' The race/walk was hosted by Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and represented the first event of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival full day. It was supported … [Read more...] about LYSB’s Midsummer Race Draws Largest Entry Ever
Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses
LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- With so many Connecticut families feeling the financial pain of inflation, Saybrook District Probate Judge Jeannine Lewis reminds guardians caring for children that they may be eligible for thousands of dollars in grants to help with housing, food and transportation, as well as summer camp and other enrichment activities. The Saybrook … [Read more...] about Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses