“M” is for May…..Murder and Mayhem at Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) Book Sale. Now that warmer weather is finally here after an endless winter, take some time for yourself with a book sitting on the porch or back deck. Feature titles include James Patterson's “Cross-Double Cross,” Steve Martini's “Guardian of Lies” and Dan Brown's “The Lost Symbol- Inferno” along … [Read more...] about Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore Host Murder Books Promotion During May
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New Management Sets Sights on Placing Phoebe’s BookCellar on Community’s Collective Radar
If you haven’t been to The BookCellar located in the basement of the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library recently, there are more reasons than ever to stop by and visit. The BookCellar represents a major resource to the community and yet many Old Lyme residents are unaware of its existence. But now there are more reasons than ever to stop by since the place now has a whole … [Read more...] about New Management Sets Sights on Placing Phoebe’s BookCellar on Community’s Collective Radar
RiverQuest Offers Osprey/Eagle Cruises in April
Late March into early April is when the Osprey returns to Connecticut from its southern wintering grounds. It is a wonderful sign that spring is here … The Osprey is a large bird of prey (raptor) with a wingspan up to 6' that eats fish, hence, it is sometimes referred to as the fish hawk. Connecticut Ospreys migrate south in late August through late September to areas where … [Read more...] about RiverQuest Offers Osprey/Eagle Cruises in April
Join a ‘Discovery Sunday’ at the Florence Griswold Museum
The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme invites visitors to shake off any leftover winter blues and celebrate Discovery Sundays each Sunday afternoon through the summer. In addition to the popular "Make-A-Painting" activities, where visitors of all ages use the Museum's supplies to create their own masterpieces, Discovery Sundays now include a new outdoor Art Cart that guides … [Read more...] about Join a ‘Discovery Sunday’ at the Florence Griswold Museum
Old Lyme’s Mentoring Corps Quietly Helps Those in Need
Old Lyme resident Richard Shriver formed the Mentoring Corps for Community Development (MCCD) in June 2012 with an ambitious purpose in mind: he wanted to harness the experience of retirees who had been successful in their careers to give back to the community through free advice and consultations. After writing a paper on the subject of retired people doing something to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Mentoring Corps Quietly Helps Those in Need
Truck Accident Snarls Lyme Street Intersection
On Tuesday morning, a tractor-trailer attempting to maneuver the Lyme Street overpass experienced damage to the trailer, and the road was temporarily closed from the I- 95 overpass to the Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts. Traffic could still reach the Exit 70 on-ramp, but severe congestion resulted as traffic built up on Rte. 156 and Halls Rd. Lyme Street was … [Read more...] about Truck Accident Snarls Lyme Street Intersection
LVVS Seeks Volunteers to Help Valley Shore Residents with Reading, Writing
Literacy Volunteers-Valley Shore (LVVS), CT, Inc. is a private non-profit organization. Their mission is to train tutors to teach Basic Reading (BR) and English as a Second Language (ESL) to residents of the Valley Shore area who wish to improve their reading, writing or speaking English to improve their life and work skills. This one-to-one instruction is held confidential and … [Read more...] about LVVS Seeks Volunteers to Help Valley Shore Residents with Reading, Writing
High Hopes Hosts Volunteer Enrichment Conference Today, All Welcome
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. is hosting a Volunteer Enrichment Conference today, Monday, Feb. 16, which is also President's Day. The event, which runs from run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., is a one-day conference offering sessions on a variety of topics related to the High Hopes' volunteer experience. A small registration fee gives you the choice of four sessions during … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts Volunteer Enrichment Conference Today, All Welcome
Literacy Volunteers Feature Romance Novels in February Book Sale
AREAWIDE — February's monthly book promotion by Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) features romance novels. Authors include Barbara Taylor Bradford, Jackie Collins, Jude Deveraux and many more. Hard covers are on sale for $2 and paperback for only 50 cents. The book sale is located at the LVVS offices in the lower level of the Westbrook Public Library 61 Goodspeed Dr. … [Read more...] about Literacy Volunteers Feature Romance Novels in February Book Sale
Free Tax Help Available for Households Earning $53,000 or Less Through VITA Program
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is an official IRS program, and all tax preparers are trained and certified to ensure that low- to moderate-income families receive the refunds and credits that they have earned, including the federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits and the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit. In 2014, the two VITA sites in Middletown … [Read more...] about Free Tax Help Available for Households Earning $53,000 or Less Through VITA Program
Old Lyme Police Advise Residents to Beware of Phone Scam
The Old Lyme Police Department has made the following announcement: "Please share with your family and friends. Most important are the elderly, they are easily targeted. Be aware of phone calls or messages that state the following of something similar, "this is and urgent last attempt to contact you, the IRS is filing a lawsuit against you, please call the following … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Police Advise Residents to Beware of Phone Scam
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Re-Open Today, Update on Trash Pick-up
Close to 20" of snow fell overnight in Lyme and Old Lyme, school is cancelled, businesses are closed, but the snow ploughs are already out and hard at work. Both Wednesday and Thursday's trash and recycling will be picked up on Thursday. Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools, the Lymes' Senior Center, and the Old Lyme Transfer Station will all be closed on Wednesday. Trash and … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Re-Open Today, Update on Trash Pick-up
Compassion Counts: Join a Shoreline Community Forum in Westbrook Tonight
Join this shoreline community conversation to listen and learn from each other and work together to support mental wellness with meaningful action. This discussion titled, 'Compassion Counts: Exploring Mental Wellness in an Age of Stress and Anxiety' will explore mental wellness in an age of stress and anxiety. It will be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Compassion Counts: Join a Shoreline Community Forum in Westbrook Tonight
Community Foundation Supports Scholarships for KinderMusik Program, Free Preview, Jan. 27
01/27 Update: The Community Music School is closed today due to the inclement weather. This event will be rescheduled. Through a generous grant from the Community Foundation of Middlesex County, Community Music School is pleased to offer scholarships for the award-winning early childhood development program, Kindermusik. A free demonstration day is being offered on … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Supports Scholarships for KinderMusik Program, Free Preview, Jan. 27
Old Lyme Church Hosts Organ Concert, Feb. 8, as 350th Anniversary Celebrations Continue
Throughout 2015, the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme will celebrate 350 years of history. A series of concerts and a talk on the historic landscape of Lyme Street will commemorate the rich legacy of the past and ongoing connections that link the church and the larger community. The next event in the year-long celebration is: Simon Holt: An Organ Recital “Spanning … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Hosts Organ Concert, Feb. 8, as 350th Anniversary Celebrations Continue