OLD LYME -- The Roger Tory Peterson (RTP) Estuary Center presents a program titled Coastal Creatures tomorrow, Wednesday, July 17, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and again on Saturday, July 20, from 9 to 11 a.m. Get up close and personal with crabs, fish and more. See and touch live animals from Long Island Sound and estuary at the RTP Estuary Center on Halls Rd. in Old Lyme. Open … [Read more...] about CT Audubon Hosts Coastal Creatures Program Tomorrow Morning
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Newly-Independent Lyme Academy Plans Its Re-Birth With Exciting Schedule of Fall Classes
As of the end of last month, the renamed Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Old Lyme became an independent entity once again with all ties to the University of New Haven (UNH) severed. Moreover, contrary to a number of rumors circulating around town, the Academy is not about to close, but rather is entering an exciting new phase in its evolution. On Thursday, the Lyme Academy … [Read more...] about Newly-Independent Lyme Academy Plans Its Re-Birth With Exciting Schedule of Fall Classes
Reemsnyder, Nosal Officially Announce Re-Election Campaign
Yesterday, Democratic First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder and Selectwoman Mary Jo Nosal officially announced they will be running for re-election. Bonnie Reemsnyder has served on the Board of Selectmen since 2003 and was elected First Selectman in 2011. Mary Jo Nosal joined Reemsnyder as a member of the Board of Selectmen in 2011. “Since first being elected, our number one … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder, Nosal Officially Announce Re-Election Campaign
High Hopes Needs You! Organization Has Urgent Need for Volunteers; Training Sessions Planned, July 23, Aug. 13
High Hopes is an oasis in Old Lyme, where people of all ages come together with a very special herd of therapeutic horses to improve the lives of people with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities. The organization currently has an urgent need for more volunteers with a wide range of opportunities available. Everyone is invited to get involved, regardless of gender or … [Read more...] about High Hopes Needs You! Organization Has Urgent Need for Volunteers; Training Sessions Planned, July 23, Aug. 13
Sen. Needleman Joins Gov. Lamont for Signing of Invasive Species Bill
AREAWIDE – Today, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) joined Governor Ned Lamont for the signing of legislation designed to fight invasive species and preserve Connecticut’s lakes, ponds and rivers. This step is intended to protect Connecticut’s natural wildlife and environment while also benefitting the beautiful bodies of water that draw so many from the state and … [Read more...] about Sen. Needleman Joins Gov. Lamont for Signing of Invasive Species Bill
83rd Annual White Elephant Sale Opens 9am Friday
The ever popular White Elephant Sale (WES) hosted by the Ladies Benevolent Society of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme is just around the corner. For those not familiar with it, this 83rd annual sale is one of the main events on both local town and church calendars. It all starts with the intake period when you can drop off unwanted (but neither broken nor in poor … [Read more...] about 83rd Annual White Elephant Sale Opens 9am Friday
Weekly Recycling Starts in Old Lyme, July 1
Starting today, curbside pick-up of residential recycling (green container) in Old Lyme moves to a weekly schedule. Trash (blue container) collection continues on its already existing weekly schedule. Residents should have containers curbside by 6 a.m. on their assigned day. Containers should be three feet away from any other objects, such as mailboxes, cars, other … [Read more...] about Weekly Recycling Starts in Old Lyme, July 1
Town of Lyme Hosts Annual July 4 Parade, Don Gerber to Serve as Grand Marshal
The Town of Lyme has announced that the traditional Cove Road July 4th Parade will be held Thursday, July 4, at approximately 10 a.m., in celebration of Independence Day. The parade will begin near Camp Claire on Cove Road, then cross Rte. 156 and end at the Lyme Grange. The grand marshal for this year’s parade will be Don Gerber, in recognition of his long history of … [Read more...] about Town of Lyme Hosts Annual July 4 Parade, Don Gerber to Serve as Grand Marshal
Oh, What a Night! Summer Solstice Celebrations on Lyme Street Delight Hundreds with Dance, Music and More
OLD LYME -- Despite the vagaries of the weather Friday, more than 500 people of all ages braved the potential rainstorms that never happened and turned out to celebrate the Summer Solstice by enjoying a wonderful Make Music event on Lyme Street. It all began at Lymes' Youth Service Bureau where Sunny Train, pictured below, entertained over 100 children and their parents and … [Read more...] about Oh, What a Night! Summer Solstice Celebrations on Lyme Street Delight Hundreds with Dance, Music and More
Halls Road Improvements Committee Open House, June 15
Bob Doyen Named Old Lyme’s 2018 ‘Citizen of the Year’
After several previous tries, the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen was finally able to name their choice for the 2018 Citizen of the Year at Monday evening's Annual Town Meeting. First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder made the announcement by reading from a proclamation drawn up in honor of Robert 'Bob' Doyen that began with this question, "What does our 2018 Citizen of the Year have … [Read more...] about Bob Doyen Named Old Lyme’s 2018 ‘Citizen of the Year’
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Offers Pre-College Summer Arts Program
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts is currently accepting high school students for enrollment in a series of pre-college summer art courses. Students with beginning to advanced level art training are welcome to enroll in college-level courses taught by master artists to further explore and expand their technical skills and abilities. Course offerings include sculpture, drawing, oil … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Offers Pre-College Summer Arts Program
Old Lyme Plans to Purchase 300 Acres of McCulloch Farm for Open Space, Two Smaller Parcels Earmarked for Affordable Housing; Total Cost $600K
The Town of Old Lyme Open Space Commission has announced an agreement to purchase approximately 300 acres of the McCulloch Farm for open space, and two smaller areas of three acres each within the 300 acres, subject to approval, for $600,000. Immediately following the unanimous approval of authorization to sign at a special meeting of the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen on April … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Plans to Purchase 300 Acres of McCulloch Farm for Open Space, Two Smaller Parcels Earmarked for Affordable Housing; Total Cost $600K
Talking Transportation: State’s Transportation Strategy Solutions Are Remarkably ‘Déjà Vu’
When are we finally going to do something about our transportation crisis? That question has been asked for decades … but never answered, or more importantly, acted upon. I remember back in 2001 when then-Speaker of the Connecticut House Moira Lyons held a news conference about our state’s transportation mess. The six-term Stamford Democrat, who was long on power by … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: State’s Transportation Strategy Solutions Are Remarkably ‘Déjà Vu’
Local Dem’s Buzz to (Trivia) Bee Victory!
The Lyme, Old Lyme and Old Saybrook Democrats emerged victorious in Friday night's Trivia Bee hosted by the Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation (LOLEF.) Emcee of the proceedings was veteran and charismatic Lyme-Old Lyme High School physical education teacher Bill Rayder and serving as judges were Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser and Kinny Newman. Playing … [Read more...] about Local Dem’s Buzz to (Trivia) Bee Victory!