OLD LYME—Musical Masterworks will close out its 34th season in April with renowned trumpeter Caleb Hudson’s return to the stage at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. The concerts will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 27. The chamber music organization in a press release said Hudson will lead his new ensemble, Triple … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks to Close Out Season in Old Lyme with Renowned Trumpeter Caleb Hudson, April 26 & 27
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Old Lyme Zoning Commission Closes Public Hearing on Controversial Overlay Proposal in Front of Fervent Opposition
OLD LYME -- With the Lyme-Old Lyme High School auditorium filled to capacity with 550 people intent on hearing and being heard, the Old Lyme Zoning Commission on Wednesday held its final open forum on a controversial proposal to reenvision Halls Road as a mixed-use town center where people can live, walk, work and shop. The commission closed the public hearing after more … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Zoning Commission Closes Public Hearing on Controversial Overlay Proposal in Front of Fervent Opposition
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Wednesday Sports Round-Up: Baseball, Golf, Girls’ & Boys’ Tennis, All Win
Baseball In a thrilling game, played at Portland, Old Lyme was ultimately defeated 12-11 by Portland. Old Lyme opened the scoring in the top of the first thanks to two singles. Rowen Meisner (2-4, 1 RBI, 2 R) singled, scoring one run. The Wildcats added to their early lead in the top of the third inning when Cal Lacourciere (1-4, 2 RBI, 1 R, 1 BB) singled, scoring two … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Wednesday Sports Round-Up: Baseball, Golf, Girls’ & Boys’ Tennis, All Win
Lyme-Old Lyme School Board to Hear from Music Department Amid Outcry About Threatened Cut to Elementary School Position
OLD LYME—After backlash to a proposed budget cut that would eliminate an elementary school music position from the proposed 2025-26 Region 18 schools' budget, the district Board of Education has invited members of the music department for a conversation about how to maintain a vibrant and appropriately-staffed music department amid declining enrollment. The proposed cut … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme School Board to Hear from Music Department Amid Outcry About Threatened Cut to Elementary School Position
Region 18 Schools’ Spending Plan Goes to Voters with $2.7 Million Increase Over Current Budget
OLD LYME – Voters in Lyme and Old Lyme will be asked to weigh the implications of a relatively steep increase in education spending now that the Region 18 Board of Education’s proposed $39.7 million budget is on its way to voters. The district school board on Monday voted unanimously to set a May 5 district budget meeting prior to the May 6 referendum. The vote … [Read more...] about Region 18 Schools’ Spending Plan Goes to Voters with $2.7 Million Increase Over Current Budget
Lyme Public Hall Hosts Third Annual Earth Day Fair, April 26
LYME, CT — On Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to noon, Lyme Public Hall will hold its third annual Earth Day Fair in celebration of Lyme’s plants, animals, birds, pollinators and people. Table stations at the fair will address topics including composting, plastic pollution, energy efficiency, backyard chicken raising, wildlife on the Connecticut River, beekeeping and local … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Hosts Third Annual Earth Day Fair, April 26
Essex Winter Series Presents Free, Family-Friendly ‘Carnival of the Animals,’ April 27
ESSEX – The Essex Winter Series welcomes Orchestra New England on Sunday, April 27, for a performance of “The Carnival of Animals.” The 2 p.m. performance will be held in the Valley Regional High School auditorium, 256 Kelsey Hill Road, Deep River. Outer doors open at 1:30 pm; Auditorium doors open at 1:45 pm. The organization in a press release described the … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Presents Free, Family-Friendly ‘Carnival of the Animals,’ April 27
Popular Old Lyme Library Fundraiser Returns May 17 as ‘Bookworm Bash,’ Tickets on Sale Now
OLD LYME — After a multi-year hiatus, the premier party in support of the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will return May 17 as 'The Bookworm Bash.' Attendees at the event, to be held from 7 to 11 p.m. at the library, are invited to dress up as their favorite author or book character -- or just to dress up. There will be a cash bar, hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction and … [Read more...] about Popular Old Lyme Library Fundraiser Returns May 17 as ‘Bookworm Bash,’ Tickets on Sale Now
Controversial Overlay Proposal Comes to a Crossroads at Public Hearing in Old Lyme Wednesday
OLD LYME – A long-awaited hearing is scheduled for Wednesday as residents remain enmeshed in a fractious debate over the meaning of progress on a short span of road stuck between two interchanges of the state’s busiest highway. The Old Lyme Zoning Commission on Wednesday is slated to invite public opinion on a controversial proposal to reenvision Halls Road as a … [Read more...] about Controversial Overlay Proposal Comes to a Crossroads at Public Hearing in Old Lyme Wednesday
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Hosts Family Day, April 26
OLD LYME – The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center will host an afternoon of fun and discovery at its annual Family Day on Saturday, April 26. The event will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at the center, 100 Lyme St. Activities include science experiments, nature building, games, crafts, and plein-air painting along the Lieutenant River. Local band Sunny Train will … [Read more...] about Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Hosts Family Day, April 26
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Tuesday Sports Round-Up
Girls' Lacrosse On Tuesday, April 8, Lyme-Old Lyme High School Girls Lacrosse opened the season against Morgan at home. Old Lyme won 13-5 and is 1-0 on the season. Goal-scorers for Old Lyme were Sadie Lukasiewski with four goals, Anna Bussman with three goals, and Elise Marchant with two. Goal-scorers with assists were Anne-Marie Hinckley with one goal and one assist, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Tuesday Sports Round-Up
Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter
LYME/OLD LYME—We are delighted to announce that Elizabeth Regan is joining our team as a Staff Reporter on Monday, April 7. She previously worked for 'The Day' covering Lyme, Old Lyme, and East Lyme, so many of you will already have met or know of her. Elizabeth is an experienced journalist with a stellar record in reporting and community engagement. She has won numerous … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Weekend Sports Round-Up: Girls Tennis Dominate Portland, Boys Lacrosse, Baseball Both Lose
Girl's Tennis On Saturday, April 5, Old Lyme Girls Tennis crushed Portland 7-0. The team is coached by Joseph Trausch. Game scores were as follows: 1st Singles: Katherine Zhang Vs Madison Anzellotti 6-0, 6-0.2nd Singles: Emma Arelt vs Gianna Phelps 6-0, 6-0 3rd Singles: Mari Munster vs Skyla Rascati 6-0, 6-0 4th Singles: Rose Dimmock vs Piper Rettich 6-1, 6-0 1st … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Weekend Sports Round-Up: Girls Tennis Dominate Portland, Boys Lacrosse, Baseball Both Lose
Con Brio to Hold Gala Farewell Concerts in Old Lyme to Honor Founding, Associate Directors
OLD LYME – The Con Brio Choral Society will honor the retirement of its music director and associate music director with a pair of concerts this month. The farewell concerts will bring together the Con Brio Festival Orchestra and Con Brio Chorus at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Rd., Old … [Read more...] about Con Brio to Hold Gala Farewell Concerts in Old Lyme to Honor Founding, Associate Directors
Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12
OLD LYME—Tomorrow, Old Lyme Hardware will host an Easter Egg Hunt in the store starting at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Some 40 children participated in the Hunt last year. This year, Talerico plans to hide 1,000 eggs filled with candy, toys and cash. Asked why she hosts the Easter Egg Hunt—now in its fourth year—Jessica Talerico, the co-owner of Old Lyme Hardware, told … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12