OLD LYME — On Saturday, June 14, the Old Lyme Land Trust will host a 'Bench Building Workshop' from 1 to 3 p.m.This free, fun event is open to all ages and its objective is to build four benches to be sited on OLLT open space properties for public use. Materials are precut and ready to assemble. Bring power drill and driver sets. Light refreshments will be … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Bench Building Workshop, June 14; Free, Open to All Ages
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SECWAC Hosts Talk on ‘How Supporting Afghan Women Makes America Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous,’ June 18
OLD LYME–The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) next month hosts entrepreneur and women’s rights advocate Manizha Wafeq at the Old Lyme Country Club for a talk titled “How Supporting Afghan Women Makes America Safer, Stronger, and More Prosperous.” The event will be held Wednesday, June 18, at 6 p.m. The council in an event notice said Wafeq will give … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Talk on ‘How Supporting Afghan Women Makes America Safer, Stronger, More Prosperous,’ June 18
Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Victorious at State Championship Once Again
National Learn To Row Day to be Held at Rogers Lake Boathouse on Saturday, June 7, 10-2, Free, All Welcome OLD LYME–The Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) crew team on Sunday continued their dominance of the Varsity Four category at the Connecticut Public School State Championships. The Old Lyme Rowing Association (OLRA) in a press release heralded the team's … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Victorious at State Championship Once Again
Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
OLD LYME–The $45.39 million 2025-26 proposed budget and several proposed changes to the local law books – ranging from an ordinance on golf cart usage in the Sound View and Hawk’s Nest beach areas to a $1,000 increase in the tax abatement available to volunteer first responders – will be up for a vote at the Annual Town Budget Meeting tonight. The headliner at the May town … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement
OLD SAYBROOK–The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce has announced a new executive director. Chamber Board of Directors President Kara Pachniuk in a Thursday letter to members said Andrew Surprise, who previously served as executive director of the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, will take over for Executive Director Judy Sullivan. Pachniuk credited Sullivan with … [Read more...] about Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement
‘SummerSings’ Announces 2025 Season, Opens June 23
The lineup has been announced for the SummerSings series of casual sing-alongs that bring together acclaimed conductors, professional soloists and anyone who enjoys singing. SummerSings is co-sponsored by Cappella Cantorum and the Con Brio Choral Society. They bill the six-event series as an opportunity to enjoy choral works without the pressure of preparing for a formal … [Read more...] about ‘SummerSings’ Announces 2025 Season, Opens June 23
Lyme Farmers Market Opens Saturdays for the Season
LYME, CT—On Saturday May 24, The Farmers Market at Tiffany Farms opens for the season. It will be open rain or shine, farm field permitting. Vegetables, fruit, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, chicken, and baked goods as well as preserves and maple syrup will be available at the farm on 156 Sterling City Road every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until mid … [Read more...] about Lyme Farmers Market Opens Saturdays for the Season
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Senior Christopher B. Gibbons Awarded National Merit Scholarship
OLD LYME–A Lyme-Old Lyme High School senior is among 2,500 National Merit Scholars honored as the most accomplished in their states. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation in a press release identified Christopher B. Gibbons, of Old Lyme, as one of 30 honorees from Connecticut to receive a $2,500 scholarship from the corporation. The winners were … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School Senior Christopher B. Gibbons Awarded National Merit Scholarship
Old Lyme Selectmen Propose Increased Incentives for Volunteer First Responders
OLD LYME–Volunteer First Responders could see up to $1,000 more per year in incentives over a longer timeframe if voters approve a change to the local law books at the Town Budget Meeting on May 19. Proposed amendments to the ordinance affecting members of the Old Lyme Fire Department and Old Lyme Volunteer Ambulance Association would raise the incentive, which is part … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Selectmen Propose Increased Incentives for Volunteer First Responders
Kindergarten Registration Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
LYME/OLD LYME — Registration for Kindergarten in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools for the fall of 2025 is open at Lyme Consolidated and Mile Creek Schools. Children who will be five years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025 are eligible to register for the 2025-2026 school year. If your child is currently enrolled in the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools preschool program, you do not need to … [Read more...] about Kindergarten Registration Open at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Plan Plods On for Two Old Lyme Affordable Houses in Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
Hikers Explore Area Earmarked for Construction, Hike Precedes 'Happy Hour' at Old Lyme Inn OLD LYME–On May 7, a group of local residents gathered for the first hike of the season organized by the Old Lyme Open Space Commission and Old Lyme Land Trust. For many of the walkers, the hike through the McCulloch Family Open Space was their first time visiting the property off Flat … [Read more...] about Plan Plods On for Two Old Lyme Affordable Houses in Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
‘Bookworm Bash’ Starts a New Chapter at Old Lyme Library
OLD LYME—Calling all book lovers, partygoers, and library supporters — the former Bookworm Ball is back under a new name as The Bookworm Bash ... and it's going to be the celebration of the season! On Saturday, May 17, from 7 to 11 p.m., the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will be transformed into a lively celebration of stories, style, and community. Enjoy delicious … [Read more...] about ‘Bookworm Bash’ Starts a New Chapter at Old Lyme Library
Lyme Public Hall Presents ‘Biking Lyme’ with Ronnie Romance
LYME, CT—On Sunday, May 18 from 4 to 6 p.m., visit Lyme Public Hall for an intimate lecture regarding the low key, yet highly influential cycling history and riding destination of Lyme and the surrounding river towns. Local resident Ronnie Romance runs a small bicycle business with world-wide reach using the classic New England Yankee aesthetic of the local area as a … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Presents ‘Biking Lyme’ with Ronnie Romance
Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme
OLD LYME – The Crosby Fund for Haitian Education will hold its Annual Haitian Dinner on Sunday, May 18, at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will take place at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL), 2 Ferry Rd. The authentic Haitian dinner will be catered by Mommy’s Delicious Food in Norwich. Becky Crosby will offer a Powerpoint presentation sharing the … [Read more...] about Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme
Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Approves Changes from Harbor Management to Bolster ‘Law and Order’ at Sound View Beach
Decision Delayed on Which Town Landings Fall Under Harbor Management's Purview OLD LYME–The Board of Selectmen on Wednesday unanimously approved changes to a local ordinance that they hope will make it safer to swim and boat at Sound View Beach as early as June 3. Meanwhile, they deferred separate changes to the same ordinance that would have laid out which … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Approves Changes from Harbor Management to Bolster ‘Law and Order’ at Sound View Beach