MOHEGAN SUN: UPDATED 3/18: The Old Lyme Wildcats defeated the Coventry Patriots 55-42 in Sunday afternoon's CIAC Division V state final played at Mohegan Sun. Old Lyme took an early lead ending the first quarter 7-4 in their favor, but despite having gone eight points up after a few minutes in the second quarter, Coventry cut the Wildcats' lead at the half to a single point … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys are State Champions for First Time in Program History! Celebratory Convoy Greets Team Bus on Return to Town
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Eversource Presents Old Lyme Fire Department with Community Impact Grant
OLD LYME – On Tuesday, March 12, Eversource presented the Old Lyme Fire Department with a $1500 Community Impact Grant. Eversource is a leading energy company committed to supporting local communities. The presentation was held at the Old Lyme Fire Headquarters at 69 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT. The grant presentation signified Eversource's dedication to fostering … [Read more...] about Eversource Presents Old Lyme Fire Department with Community Impact Grant
First Congregational Church of Old Lyme Announces Easter Week Services
OLD LYME — The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme has announced the following services during Easter Week Maundy Thursday March 28 A 6 p.m. service of communion and sacred music. A reading of Dante's “Purgatorio” will follow at 7 .p.m. Good Friday March 29 Meetinghouse open for prayer and meditation. Easter Sunday Worship Services March 31 Easter … [Read more...] about First Congregational Church of Old Lyme Announces Easter Week Services
‘Unlock Your Family Tree’ with Cheryl Poirier at Old Lyme Historical Society, Thursday; All Welcome, Free Admission
OLD LYME—On Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m., Old Lyme Historical Society will host Cheryl Poirier, who give a presentation titled, Unlocking your Family Tree through DNA Matches. Whether trying to determine the birthplace of your third great-grandfather or the identity of a birth parent, making the most of your DNA matches from Ancestry, 23andMe, and other companies is the key … [Read more...] about ‘Unlock Your Family Tree’ with Cheryl Poirier at Old Lyme Historical Society, Thursday; All Welcome, Free Admission
Lord Presents ‘Exploring Lyme’s Boundaries’ at Lyme Public Hall, March 24
LYME—On Sunday, March 24, from 4 to 6 p.m., Lyme Public Hall will host a talk by Parker Lord titled Exploring Lyme’s Boundaries. All are welcome and there is no charge for the event. Parker Lord, a long-time resident of Lyme, became interested in recovering Lyme’s boundaries while working on establishing some Town boundary points with a local surveyor. A direct … [Read more...] about Lord Presents ‘Exploring Lyme’s Boundaries’ at Lyme Public Hall, March 24
Duck River Garden Club Presents ‘I Like It, I Love It, and the Deer Don’t Eat It,’ March 27; All Welcome
OLD LYME—On Wednesday, March 27, Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) presents a program titled, I Like It, I Love It, and the Deer Don't Eat It Join DRGC members as Adam Wheeler of Broken Arrow Nursery shares insights on a diverse assortment of underutilized and exceptional plants that show strong resistance to deer browse. At the cusp of the growing season, learn how to succeed … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club Presents ‘I Like It, I Love It, and the Deer Don’t Eat It,’ March 27; All Welcome
Old Lyme Church to Hold Public Reading of Dante’s ‘Purgatorio’ on Maundy Thursday, March 28; All Welcome
Reading Follows Last Year’s Reading of Dante’s “Inferno” OLD LYME – The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) has announced it will hold a public reading of “Purgatorio” – the second part of Dante’s “Divine Comedy – on Maundy Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m. The poem will be read canto by canto by 33 different readers, each using various … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church to Hold Public Reading of Dante’s ‘Purgatorio’ on Maundy Thursday, March 28; All Welcome
Death Announced of Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio of Old Lyme; Mother of Kim Pierpont of OL, Vinnie DiScipio of Niantic
OLD LYME - Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio, 84, of Old Lyme, widow of Frederick DiScipio, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside Friday, March 1, 2024. She was born in Hartford, to Paul and Dora (Fischer) Kahl Feb. 15, 1940. Shirley leaves her children, Kim (DiScipio) Pierpont and her husband Eddie of Old Lyme, and Vinnie DiScipio and his wife Patty of Niantic … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio of Old Lyme; Mother of Kim Pierpont of OL, Vinnie DiScipio of Niantic
Check Out Our ‘Movie Man’s’ Reviews of Some of the Top Oscar Contenders
HOLLYWOOD/LYME–In the preceding months, our very own Movie Man , Kevin Ganey, has 'penned' reviews of what have become some of the leading films now vying for the most coveted Oscars on Sunday evening. Kevin's crystal ball was clearly working well because in each case, he correctly predicted that these movies would be nominated for Oscar awards. Check out his compelling … [Read more...] about Check Out Our ‘Movie Man’s’ Reviews of Some of the Top Oscar Contenders
Old Lyme Boys Play at Home Tonight in 2nd Round of State Championship
OLD LYME— UPDATE 8:12pm: Old Lyme defeated Grasso Tech 53-44 in tonight’s game. Tonight, Thursday March 7, at 6:30 p.m., third-ranked Old Lyme will host #14 Grasso Tech in a second round match-up in the CIAC Division V tournament. The Wildcats secured a bye in the first round. The game will be played in the Lyme-Old Lyme High School gym. All are welcome to come on down … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Play at Home Tonight in 2nd Round of State Championship
Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME—The Lyme Art Association invites you to its historic galleries for the return of An Exhibition in Four Acts, which showcases the assorted styles of its talented artists. Each juried show looks at the world through a different lens. Running concurrently a travel-themed show titled, All the World’s a Stage. An Opening Reception for both shows will be held Sunday, … [Read more...] about Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
A View from My Porch: More on the Marquis: Lafayette’s Farewell Tour— The Bicentennial
In my last “View,” I considered General Lafayette’s life and crucial role in America’s War of Independence and reviewed his first visit to Old Lyme in 1778 (also see below.) My inspiration for this topic was the installation of Lafayette Trail markers commemorating stops he made in what is now known as his “Farewell Tour” in Old Lyme and my hometown, Fredonia, N.Y. in … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: More on the Marquis: Lafayette’s Farewell Tour— The Bicentennial
Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for February—’the Border Between Winter and Spring’
This winter, as in other winters; when I need a blossom boost, I enjoy the fragrance of paper white narcissus that I planted in tall glass vases. I surrounded the bulbs with seashells from White Sand Beach here in Old Lyme and kept them in a dark cool area keeping the shells and the bulbs moist as the roots developed. When the bulb foliage reached about six inches, I … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for February—’the Border Between Winter and Spring’
William Pitt Sotheby’s Names Beth Cote of Old Lyme as Brokerage Manager for its OL, Niantic Offices; Heather Gagnon of OL Takes Same Role for Mystic Office
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON COUNTY — William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Beth Cote of Old Lyme, formerly a top-performing real estate agent with the firm’s Old Lyme brokerage, is now Brokerage Manager for the firm’s Old Lyme and Niantic offices. In addition, Heather Gagnon, also an Old Lyme resident, who previously managed these two … [Read more...] about William Pitt Sotheby’s Names Beth Cote of Old Lyme as Brokerage Manager for its OL, Niantic Offices; Heather Gagnon of OL Takes Same Role for Mystic Office
Senior Night is Victory Night! Old Lyme Soundly Defeats Putnam
OLD LYME— Monday was Senior Night for the Old Lyme Wildcats and the team rose to the occasion by crushing the Putnam Clippers 66-38. This special night is traditionally the final home game of the regular season and the student section was packed with enthusiastic supporters of the five seniors on the team complete with placards bearing outsize photos of each senior. Senior … [Read more...] about Senior Night is Victory Night! Old Lyme Soundly Defeats Putnam