OLD LYME–The Old Lyme Land Trust has put out an “all hands on deck” call for workers to help build a boardwalk at Boggy Hole Preserve. The group on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. at 7 Boggy Hill Road will host a work party to replace a bridge and build a boardwalk along the green trail. Help is needed to carry in planks and build a span. Workers are advised to wear work gloves … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Seeks Volunteers to Help Build a Bridge, Saturday
Events
Decorations, Gifts Abound During ‘Elephants in Winter’ Sale, Nov. 15 & 16
OLD LYME–The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme will become a one-stop holiday shop on Nov. 15 and 16 as it opens its doors to those looking to decorate for the holidays or on the hunt for that special gift. All the holiday items collected during intake days for the White Elephant Sale in July will be featured at the Benevolent Society’s 'Elephants In Winter' Sale, … [Read more...] about Decorations, Gifts Abound During ‘Elephants in Winter’ Sale, Nov. 15 & 16
‘Deck the Walls’ Returns to Lyme Art Association Alongside New ‘Inside Story’ Exhibit, Nov. 14: Opening Reception, Nov. 23
OLD LYME–The Lyme Art Association (LAA) celebrates the return of a festive holiday favorite and a new exhibit showcasing the art of interior spaces. The Association in a press release said Deck the Walls is back with heartwarming artwork with fun themes, vibrant colors, and playful mediums that remain true to LAA’s representational roots. Additionally, 3D art by the … [Read more...] about ‘Deck the Walls’ Returns to Lyme Art Association Alongside New ‘Inside Story’ Exhibit, Nov. 14: Opening Reception, Nov. 23
Musical Masterworks Presents Two Free Concerts with ‘DeCoda’ in Old Lyme, Nov. 22 & 23
OLD LYME–Decoda, Musical Masterworks’ ensemble-in-residence, has announced two free concerts in Old Lyme as part of its mission to create a more compassionate and connected world through chamber music. Musical Masterworks invites the public to an interactive family concert on Saturday, Nov. 22 and a “Celebration of Joy and Gratitude” concert on Sunday, Nov. … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Presents Two Free Concerts with ‘DeCoda’ in Old Lyme, Nov. 22 & 23
Got Pumpkins? Chuck ‘Em to Make Compost at Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden’s Second Annual Pumpkin Toss, Nov. 8
OLD LYME–On Saturday, Nov. 8, big orange gourds will be flying at the second annual Lyme Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Pumpkin Toss. The event will run from 9 to 11 a.m. at Town Woods Park, 30 Town Woods Road. The event offers families a fun venue to recycle their Halloween pumpkins for a good cause, according to an LOLFSG press release. Building on the popular … [Read more...] about Got Pumpkins? Chuck ‘Em to Make Compost at Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden’s Second Annual Pumpkin Toss, Nov. 8
‘The Estuary’ Invites Holiday Shoppers to Buy Local at Holiday Craft Fair, Nov. 22
OLD SAYBROOK–The Estuary invites shoppers to get a jump start on the gift-giving season at its Annual Holiday Craft Fair, Nov. 22. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Estuary, 200 Main St., Old Saybrook. The craft fair promises over 30 artisans and vendors displaying their hand-crafted items – plus a visit from Santa Claus. The group in a press release … [Read more...] about ‘The Estuary’ Invites Holiday Shoppers to Buy Local at Holiday Craft Fair, Nov. 22
Talk, Then Walk at Champlain North Open Space with Photographer Markham Starr, Nov. 22
OLD LYME–Starting at noon on Saturday, Nov. 22, documentary photographer Markham Starr will lead a lecture at the Old Lyme Historical Society, 55 Lyme St., before setting out on a walk through the Champlain North Open Space on Wyckford Lane. The event is presented by the Old Lyme Land Trust and the Old Lyme Historical Society. Starr is a Connecticut resident and author … [Read more...] about Talk, Then Walk at Champlain North Open Space with Photographer Markham Starr, Nov. 22
SECWAC Hosts Talk on ‘Trump 2.0 Middle East Policy: Promise and Peril,’ Nov. 6
EAST LYME–On Thursday, Nov. 6, the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) will host Middle East Institute Senior Fellow Brian Katulis for a talk titled, “Trump 2.0 Middle East Policy: Promise and Peril.” The 6 p.m. presentation will be held at Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant, 22 Chesterfield Road, East Lyme. The talk will be preceded by a 5:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Talk on ‘Trump 2.0 Middle East Policy: Promise and Peril,’ Nov. 6
Lyme Library Hosts ‘Present Day Ukraine: An Insider’s View,’ Thursday
LYME—On Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m., a Lyme resident who recently traveled to Ukraine will help present an "insider's view" at the Lyme Public Library. The discussion and slideshow, titled "Present Day Ukraine: An Insider's View," will reveal the country through three different perspectives highlighting the efforts of the humanitarian volunteer organization Plebeian … [Read more...] about Lyme Library Hosts ‘Present Day Ukraine: An Insider’s View,’ Thursday
This Afternoon, LYSB Unveils its Newly Renovated Home on Lyme Street with Open House, Wednesday
OLD LYME–On Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., the Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) will introduce its newly renovated facility at an open house. The LYSB website explains that the renovations to the 1850 building at 59 Lyme Street were necessary to address crumbling plaster ceilings, walls with newspaper insulation, aging wiring and plumbing, a dirt floor in a … [Read more...] about This Afternoon, LYSB Unveils its Newly Renovated Home on Lyme Street with Open House, Wednesday
Lyme Public Hall Hosts Concert with Braiden Sunshine from ‘The Voice,’ Saturday
LYME, CT — Braiden Sunshine, who first captured national attention as a contestant on NBC's The Voice in 2015, will perform at Lyme Public Hall on Sunday, Oct. 26. The performance will run from 4 to 6 p.m. A $10 donation is requested to support the Public Hall’s community concert series featuring local musicians. In publicity materials for the event, organizers … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Hosts Concert with Braiden Sunshine from ‘The Voice,’ Saturday
It’s National ‘Drug Take Back Day’ Saturday
OLD LYME–On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., National Drug Take Back Day comes to the Lyme Street Fire House. The Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) invites the public to stop by the fire station to dispose of unwanted drugs and get your children’s car seats checked. As part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Drug Take Back Day, the event provides … [Read more...] about It’s National ‘Drug Take Back Day’ Saturday
Pumpkin Day Promises Fun for the Whole Family at Lyme Art Association, Saturday
OLD LYME–Lyme Art Association invites the community to spend Saturday afternoon celebrating the season at Pumpkin Day. Festivities run from 1 to 4 p.m. at the gallery on 90 Lyme St. Guests will have the opportunity to paint pumpkins, make seasonal art, get their faces painted and join a scavenger hunt around the gallery. Adding to the air of celebration, The … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Day Promises Fun for the Whole Family at Lyme Art Association, Saturday
SECWAC Hosts Two-Time Pulitzer Winner David S. Rohde on ‘Sincerity, Dialogue, Empathy From Bosnia to Afghanistan to America,’ Saturday
STONINGTON–On Saturday, Oct. 25, the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) will host two-time Pulitzer Prize winner David S. Rohde for a talk titled "Sincerity, Dialogue and Empathy from Bosnia to Afghanistan to America." The 5 p.m. presentation will be held at the La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington. Rohde, an NBC journalist and executive, is best … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Two-Time Pulitzer Winner David S. Rohde on ‘Sincerity, Dialogue, Empathy From Bosnia to Afghanistan to America,’ Saturday
‘No Kings’ Demonstrations Planned Across Region, Nation Saturday—Including Old Saybrook, Niantic
OLD SAYBROOK–More nationwide “No Kings” demonstrations will be held locally on Saturday, including one in Old Saybrook. The Old Saybrook event will take place at the Town Hall from 10 to 11 a.m. A Niantic 'pop-up' event was added late yesterday. It will be held on the Town Green from 3 to 5 p.m. The “No Kings” theme was organized by the 50501 Movement, … [Read more...] about ‘No Kings’ Demonstrations Planned Across Region, Nation Saturday—Including Old Saybrook, Niantic