During the closure of the Lymes' Senior Center, the Estuary Senior Center in Old Saybrook has offered to provide transportation to any senior who wishes to participate in their luncheon program. Their luncheon also accepts $3 donations. In order to take advantage of this offer, seniors must call the town hall (860)434-1605, ext 212 the day before (before 11 a.m.) to leave … [Read more...] about Old Saybrook’s Estuary Center Offers Meals to Lymes’ Seniors During Senior Center Shutdown
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Old Lyme VNA Nurse Available at OL Town Hall During Senior Center Shutdown
During the Lymes' Senior Center shutdown, the Old Lyme Visiting Nurse will be available at the Old Lyme Town Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 12 to 1 p.m. on Friday. The nurse will be on the second floor in the American Legion conference room at the town hall at 52 Lyme St., Old Lyme, CT. For more information, call 860 434-1605 ext 224. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme VNA Nurse Available at OL Town Hall During Senior Center Shutdown
Closures in Lyme, Old Lyme Today in Honor of MLK Day
Both the Lyme and Old Lyme Town Halls and libraries will be closed tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 20, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Lyme-Old Lyme Public Schools will also be closed as will the landfill in Lyme, the transfer station in Old Lyme and the post offices in Old Lyme. The trash and recycling schedules in Old Lyme are not impacted by this observed holiday. … [Read more...] about Closures in Lyme, Old Lyme Today in Honor of MLK Day
Lyme Honors Mazer’s 36 Years of ‘Dedicated Service’
At a recent gathering in Lyme, Kevin C. “K.C.” Mazer was honored for his 36 years of dedicated service to the Town of Lyme Planning and Zoning Commission. In addition to serving on that commission, K.C. contributed his time and talent to the following organizations: The Lyme Affordable Housing Committee since 1996, the Connecticut River Gateway Commission since 1975, and the … [Read more...] about Lyme Honors Mazer’s 36 Years of ‘Dedicated Service’
New Children’s Programs Starting at Old Lyme Library
A host of new programs for children from birth through those in Grade 5 is being offered at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library in the New Year. All the programs are free and open to the public. The Library is located at 2 Library Lane, off Lyme Street. Winter hours at the Library are Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., … [Read more...] about New Children’s Programs Starting at Old Lyme Library
Old Lyme Historical Society Announces Capital Campaign to Complete Purchase of Grange Hall
The Old Lyme Historical Society, Inc. has entered into a contract to purchase the historic building located at 55 Lyme Street, currently owned by the Old Lyme Grange #162. A capital campaign has been launched and the Society is seeking widespread community support. Members of the Society’s Board have pledged in excess of $75,000 and the organization needs to raise an … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Announces Capital Campaign to Complete Purchase of Grange Hall
Old Lyme Historical Society Opens Campaign to ‘Buy The Grange’
The Old Lyme Historical Society (OLHS) is looking into an opportunity to purchase the Old Lyme Grange building on Lyme Street. This historic building lends itself well to the Society’s current needs as a permanent exhibit space, lecture hall, and venue for community meetings and receptions. The OLHS has started a 'Buy The Grange' campaign. By donating to the campaign, you … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Opens Campaign to ‘Buy The Grange’
9 Town Transit Transports Its 100,000th Passenger
After four years of strong growth, 9 Town Transit topped 100,000 trips in a one year period for the first time in its 32-year history. Old Lyme is one of the nine towns covered by the bus service. The 100,000th passenger boarded a Shoreline Shuttle bus on Dec. 30at the Post Office Square bus stop in Clinton. Anthony Lancaster of New London waited for the with a co-worker. … [Read more...] about 9 Town Transit Transports Its 100,000th Passenger
Centerbook Architects Present Talk on Designing Buildings for Next ‘Sandy,’ Jan. 31
Leading New York City architect Ronnette Riley presents a talk at the Essex Town Hall on Friday, Jan. 31, from 7 to 8 p.m. as part of the Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series. Riley will discuss her work in the Far Rockaways of Queens, where the firm that she founded is involved in designing buildings that can better withstand the next Superstorm Sandy. Her illustrated … [Read more...] about Centerbook Architects Present Talk on Designing Buildings for Next ‘Sandy,’ Jan. 31
Lose Those Extra Pounds With The River Valley Slimdown
The New Year is just around the corner and Donna Scott of Old Lyme is ready to help you with that (possibly long-standing) resolution to lose weight. Scott is the owner of IFoundFitness in Deep River and has just announced her 7th annual River Valley Slimdown. While participants will compete to lose the most weight over 12 weeks, they will also be raising funds for … [Read more...] about Lose Those Extra Pounds With The River Valley Slimdown
Red Carpet Movies Debut at Old Lyme Library, Jan 16
Red Carpet Movies presented by the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library kick off the season on Thursday, Jan. 16, at 6:30 p.m. with Ben Affleck’s Oscar winning film, Argo. The series will run from January to May 2014 on the third Thursday of each month showcasing award winning films and audience favorites. A discussion follows each screening. Red Carpet Movies is the … [Read more...] about Red Carpet Movies Debut at Old Lyme Library, Jan 16
Nativity Comes to Life in Old Lyme on Christmas Eve
The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme offered its traditional Living Nativity on Christmas Eve. Not only were Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus enacted by members of the congregation, but Stephen Evankow of Lyme graciously brought his alpaca, Pumpkin, to the event. Moreover, Pumpkin stood inside the church all through the 5 p.m. service without incident! … [Read more...] about Nativity Comes to Life in Old Lyme on Christmas Eve
It’s Miss Florence’s Birthday Party Today!
The annual Miss Florence Birthday Party is being held today through 4 p.m. at the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. Included in admission (children 12 and under are free) to the Museum, enjoy a piece of birthday cake and some arts and crafts. Miss Florence was born on Christmas Day in 1850. … [Read more...] about It’s Miss Florence’s Birthday Party Today!
Retired Lyme Church Minister Donates More Than 3,000 Books to Underprivileged Children
Steve Burt, who served minister of the First Congregational Church of Lyme until 2012, when he retired and relocated to Florida, has donated 3,000 copies of his book, A Christmas Dozen: Christmas Stories to Warm the Heart, to the United Way of Marion County's 'Pajamas and Books for Bedtime' initiative. The organization serves 5,200 children in central Florida who are … [Read more...] about Retired Lyme Church Minister Donates More Than 3,000 Books to Underprivileged Children
Vista Partners with Shoreline Community Women to Sponsor “Boxes for Soldiers” Drive
The Shoreline Community is invited to help support and brighten the days of our troops around the globe. Vista Vocational & Life Skills Center is partnering with the Shoreline Community Women of Clinton to sponsor a collection of items for soldiers stationed overseas from now through January 2014. Shoreline Community Women has spearheaded this drive for several years and … [Read more...] about Vista Partners with Shoreline Community Women to Sponsor “Boxes for Soldiers” Drive