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
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Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, July 27, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees issued a statement titled, Old Lyme Library’s July 11th Decision … Some Questions Answered. The statement answers a series of questions about the recent book challenge process, which culminated in the decision to retain two specific books in the Teen/Tween section of the library. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
‘Best Year Ever’ for Gross Sales in White Elephant’s 85 Years!
OLD LYME -- Asked how this year's White Elephant Sale went, Bob Davis, who chaired the event held July 14 and 15 at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, told us that the Sale was the, "Best year ever in gross sales." And in this case, 'ever' means 85 years! The Sale, which falls under the umbrella of the church's Ladies Benevolent Society, faced numerous challenges … [Read more...] about ‘Best Year Ever’ for Gross Sales in White Elephant’s 85 Years!
Happy 100th Birthday to Old Lyme Fire Department!
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 7/16 @ 11 p.m. "Blessed, honored, humbled, happy." Thus says a Facebook post from the Old Lyme Fire Department succinctly describing how members of the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) felt about Saturday's amazing celebrations of the OLFD's 100th birthday. It was a day of celebration for all ages with entertainment, games, food, vintage cars ... and … [Read more...] about Happy 100th Birthday to Old Lyme Fire Department!
Old Lyme Fire Dept., Police, Emergency Units Escort ‘9/11 Never Forget’ Mobile Exhibit Into Town
OLD LYME -- Yesterday, the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) escorted the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit into Old Lyme and residents and visitors cheerfully turned out on Lyme Street to celebrate its arrival. A huge flag was hung across Lyme St. to welcome the exhibit. The 9/11 Never Forget trailer was escorted from the NY/CT state line on I-95 North by cruisers … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Dept., Police, Emergency Units Escort ‘9/11 Never Forget’ Mobile Exhibit Into Town
Vote Unanimous on Library Board’s Decision to Retain Two Books in Teen/Tween Collection, Despite Requests to Relocate Them; One Member Resigned in Advance
OLD LYME -- After the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees had issued a statement regarding their decision to retain two controversial books in the Library's Teen/Tween collection, we asked Library Director Katie Huffman some follow-up questions. Our first question was whether the vote had been unanimous. She responded by email saying, "The vote to keep … [Read more...] about Vote Unanimous on Library Board’s Decision to Retain Two Books in Teen/Tween Collection, Despite Requests to Relocate Them; One Member Resigned in Advance
After Group of Residents Requests Removal of Two Titles From Teen/Tween Collection, Old Lyme-PGN Library Board Determines Books Should Stay
OLD LYME -- At their meeting held Tuesday evening, the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees determined that the two books, which have recently been the subject of heated debate in both Lyme and Old Lyme, should be retained in the Library's Teen/Tween collection. The Library had received a request signed by lead organizer Stephen Spooner and 134 additional … [Read more...] about After Group of Residents Requests Removal of Two Titles From Teen/Tween Collection, Old Lyme-PGN Library Board Determines Books Should Stay
Rogers Lake Boat Parade Celebrates Two Patriotic ‘Winners’; One Boat, One 96-Year-Old WW2 Veteran
LYME/OLD LYME -- The fourth annual Rogers Lake Boat Parade held Tuesday, July 4, was another great success and the cup for the "Most Enthusiastic, Patriotic, and Best Decorated Boat" in the parade was won by the Ensulo family. The winners keep the trophy for 12 months and then return it to be presented to next year’s winner. The Everses conceived the idea of the trophy to … [Read more...] about Rogers Lake Boat Parade Celebrates Two Patriotic ‘Winners’; One Boat, One 96-Year-Old WW2 Veteran
Lyme Celebrates ‘The Fourth’ With a Perfect Parade
LYME -- UPDATED 7/6 WITH MORE PHOTOS AND ADDITIONAL TEXT: Thankfully pouring rain and dark skies at 9 a.m. did not determine the day. By 9:30 a.m., the sun was breaking through as Lyme's perennially-popular hometown parade stepped off at 10:09 a.m. This year's Grand Marshal was Steve Mattson, pictured above left, who led the parade as a passenger in a vintage car driven by … [Read more...] about Lyme Celebrates ‘The Fourth’ With a Perfect Parade
Op-ed: Book Banning Is About More Than Book Banning
Editor's Note: This op-ed was submitted to us by Old Lyme resident William Fitzgerald. He has also sent it the members of the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen (BOS) and the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Director and Board of Trustees. The Old Lyme BOS meet this evening at 5:30 p.m. in the Old Lyme Town Hall with the item, "Inappropriate Book in the Phoebe Griffin Noyes … [Read more...] about Op-ed: Book Banning Is About More Than Book Banning
Sound View Celebrates Independence Day In Its Own Special Way
OLD LYME -- On Saturday, the Sound View Beach Association (SVBA) hosted another great 'hometown' Independence Day parade. The air was filled with much music, merriment, joy and laughter as large crowds turned out to participate in or watch the years-old tradition. Awards were presented at the end of the parade for best-decorated bike or wagon, most patriotic outfit, … [Read more...] about Sound View Celebrates Independence Day In Its Own Special Way
More Than 400 Sign Letter Supporting Old Lyme Library, Urging Rejection of Censorship Requests ‘In Their Entirety’
*COMMENTING ON THIS ARTICLE IS NOW CLOSED* OLD LYME -- We received a copy of the letter below from Old Lyme resident David Rubino. The letter is addressed to the OLPGN Library Director, Officers, and Board of Trustees and urges the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes (OLPGN) Library to "reject the requests of the censorship supporters in their entirety." As at 8 p.m. last … [Read more...] about More Than 400 Sign Letter Supporting Old Lyme Library, Urging Rejection of Censorship Requests ‘In Their Entirety’
Letter to the Editor: Author of Letter Requesting Removal of Book From Old Lyme Library’s Teen/Tween Room Asks for ‘Thoughtful, Deliberate Discussion’
To the Editor: Sadly, some have been whipped into a frenzy applying phrases such as book bans, anti-LGBTQ, and even….fascist. An enlightened community should encourage thoughtful and deliberate discussion. Movies have a rating system: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17 (adult). No one is "banning" movies. These ratings exist to protect children and inform adults. If you … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Author of Letter Requesting Removal of Book From Old Lyme Library’s Teen/Tween Room Asks for ‘Thoughtful, Deliberate Discussion’
Letter to the Editor: Sex Education Requires Different Materials for Preteen, Young Teen, Older Teen; Must ‘Get There’ via Practical, Civil Discussions
To the Editor: Recently, a letter and petition has been circulating regarding the removal of several library holdings in the young adult section on sexual education reportedly aimed at 11 to 19 years of age. Both this group and their anti-censorship/anti-book banning are missing what should be the main point of this discussion. ( Full disclosure - as a third generation … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Sex Education Requires Different Materials for Preteen, Young Teen, Older Teen; Must ‘Get There’ via Practical, Civil Discussions
Local Residents Start Petition in Support of Old Lyme’s PGN Library ‘Anti-Censorship Policies’
LYME/OLD LYME -- UPDATED 6/29 after new information received regarding the organizers of the petition: In response to a letter sent by a group of Lyme and Old Lyme citizens requesting the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes (OLPGN) Library should reconsider its decision to include a specific sex-education book in its collection, undertake, "a proper review of the materials in the … [Read more...] about Local Residents Start Petition in Support of Old Lyme’s PGN Library ‘Anti-Censorship Policies’