Looking for a new spot to savor your daily dose of hospitality? Why not try the new Hadlyme Country Market? Well, it's not really new, but rather refurbished and restored. The market is, in fact, now much like it was in 1905, a place for locals and tourists alike to gather in the quaint and storied town of Hadlyme, nestled to the north of Lyme in … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Country Market Has New Look, But Keeps Old Traditions
Community
Volunteer to Help Those Who Cannot Read, Variety of Openings Available at LVVS
If you have some time to volunteer to build a stronger community and help a local non-profit in tutoring area residents to read, write and speak English, you can start helping almost immediately. Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore is looking for board members, a treasurer for the organization, tutor trainees and volunteers. For more information, contact [email protected] or … [Read more...] about Volunteer to Help Those Who Cannot Read, Variety of Openings Available at LVVS
Part-Time Assistant Needed for Male with Spinal Cord Injury
We have been contacted by a 41-year-old male in Niantic with a spinal cord injury. He is seeking a part-time assistant for one morning and one evening per week to help him with a variety of tasks. Duties include personal care, light household chores, and provision of assistance in an exercise program. Experience preferred, but will train. For more information, call … [Read more...] about Part-Time Assistant Needed for Male with Spinal Cord Injury
Late Registration Offered to Sing Mozart’s ‘Requiem’ in April with Cappella Cantorum
Late registration and rehearsal for Cappella Cantorum's performance of Mozart's Requiem will be Monday, Jan. 11, 7 p.m. at John Winthrop Middle School, 1 Winthrop Rd., Deep River. All singers are welcome; no auditions are required. The concert, scheduled for Sunday, April 10, will also feature Mozart's Regina Coeli. Soloists will be Patricia Schuman, Brian Cheney, Heather … [Read more...] about Late Registration Offered to Sing Mozart’s ‘Requiem’ in April with Cappella Cantorum
Volunteers Needed for Tax Preparation Assistance, Training Starts Jan 11
Volunteers are needed for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to help low- to moderate-income households prepare and file their taxes to ensure they get back the money they have earned. VITA is a national program of the IRS, and volunteers are trained and certified to ensure that working families and individuals are filing for all of the appropriate tax … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed for Tax Preparation Assistance, Training Starts Jan 11
Donna Scott’s Slim-Down Challenge Begins at Essex Wellness Center, Jan. 9
Essex Wellness Center welcomes new challenge from new manager The River Valley Slim-Down Challenge, now in its fifth year, begins Jan. 9, 2016. It combines exercise and nutrition with a sense of competition and a chance to win some big bucks – all with the goal of losing a few pounds as we head into 2016. The River Valley Slim-Down Challenge was created by Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Donna Scott’s Slim-Down Challenge Begins at Essex Wellness Center, Jan. 9
Wesleyan President to Address Impact of ‘Black Lives Matter’ on College Campuses, Jan. 15
This year university campuses across the country have echoed with the voices of protestors calling for a stronger response to racism in the university community. Meanwhile, tensions on campus have sparked an important conversation about the role of free speech, freedom of expression and political correctness. Yale University faculty member Erika Christakis resigned after … [Read more...] about Wesleyan President to Address Impact of ‘Black Lives Matter’ on College Campuses, Jan. 15
After (Top 9) Victory on ‘The Voice,’ Braiden Comes Home to a Hero’s Welcome
(5:44pm: Town of Old Lyme Proclamation text now added) You just know something big is happening at Lyme-Old Lyme High School when you have to park in the junior parking lot ... Well, the signs were right -- it really was a night to remember in Old Lyme yesterday evening. Braiden Sunshine came home from his amazing run on NBC's 'The Voice' in which he ended in Top 9 ... and … [Read more...] about After (Top 9) Victory on ‘The Voice,’ Braiden Comes Home to a Hero’s Welcome
Old Lyme Historical Society Offers Books, 2016 Calendars for Sale
The Old Lyme Historical Society (OLHS) is offering its books and 2016 calendars for sale. Covering decades and centuries of local history and personages, they make unique gifts for friends and family. The OLHS center is located in the old Grange Hall at 55 Lyme Street. For further information, visit www.olshi.com, or just stop by the Grange. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Offers Books, 2016 Calendars for Sale
Bye, Bye Braiden … Hometown Boy Loses ‘The Voice’ But Wins Our Hearts
He may not be a finalist on NBC's 'The Voice' but 15-year-old Braiden Sunshine of Lyme has won over more fans than he will ever know -- not only in Lyme and Old Lyme but across the nation. A sophomore at Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Braiden advanced through the contest all the way to Monday night's semifinals, where he gave a remarkable performance of "Amazing Grace." He will … [Read more...] about Bye, Bye Braiden … Hometown Boy Loses ‘The Voice’ But Wins Our Hearts
Hadlyme Residents John Catlett, Jacqueline Kangley Join High Hopes’ Board of Trustees
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, one of the oldest and largest therapeutic riding centers in the United States, recently elected two new members to its Board of Trustees. John Catlett, and Jacqueline Kangley, both of Hadlyme, were voted into office at High Hopes’ 41st Annual Meeting in late October. John Catlett spent 26 years with global consulting firm Accenture before … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Residents John Catlett, Jacqueline Kangley Join High Hopes’ Board of Trustees
Duck River Garden Club Hosts Community Wreathmaking Event, Dec. 8
The Duck River Garden Club will host its Annual Community Wreathmaking event on Monday, Dec. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Roger’s Lake Community Center, Roger’s Lake Trail, Old Lyme. Duck River Garden Club members and friends plan to create 18 large holiday wreaths for our town buildings. In addition, Girl Scouts and members will make “tussie mussies’ to decorate trays delivered by … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club Hosts Community Wreathmaking Event, Dec. 8
Come to Ivoryton for the Sixth Annual Ivoryton Illuminations, Dec. 5
IVORYTON — Looking for a different way to celebrate Christmas? Then head down to Ivoryton for the Sixth Annual Ivoryton Illuminations on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m. The entire village of Ivoryton will be participating in this Holiday Extravaganza with carol singing, Santa's Grotto, Holiday Bazaar, and culminating with the arrival of Santa and the lighting of the states' … [Read more...] about Come to Ivoryton for the Sixth Annual Ivoryton Illuminations, Dec. 5
Have You Voted for Braiden Yet?
Lyme’s own Braiden Sunshine is the only Connecticut representative on NBC's The Voice this season, and at 15, he is the youngest ever to appear on the show. The program, which is currently the top-rated show on television, airs tonight at 9 p.m. During the conclusion of the previous show, Sunshine was revealed as one of the top 20 contestants moving on to the Live … [Read more...] about Have You Voted for Braiden Yet?
Sunshine Advances Again on ‘The Voice’
Lyme-Old Lyme High School freshman Braiden Sunshine won his knockout round in 'Team Gwen [Stefani]' on NBC's 'The Voice' Monday evening and now advances to the live playoff round. Sporting a new hairstyle and wearing a snappy suit causing him to look much older than his mere 15 years, Sunshine sang a Michael Bublé number, 'Feeling good,' that just wowed the judges. There … [Read more...] about Sunshine Advances Again on ‘The Voice’