EAST HADDAM, Conn. – Members of the Friends of Gillette Castle State Park spent a recent weekend decorating the grounds and exterior of the late William Gillette's mansion at 67 River Road. The group included Jack Hine, the park's supervisor, and staff member Sarah Lucey, as well as Friends members Laura Borg, Lynn Wilkinson and Dorothy Millen. Borg purchased the … [Read more...] about Volunteers Decorate Gillette Castle State Park for the Holidays
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Region 4 Asks Valley-Old Lyme Co-op Football Coach to Resign
AREAWIDE -- The press and social media are currently swirling with articles*, opinion pieces* and comments relating to the requested resignation of the extremely popular Valley Regional High School (VRHS) football coach and gym teacher Tim King by the Region #4 Superintendent Brian White. Region 4 comprises the middle and high school-age students of Chester, Deep River and … [Read more...] about Region 4 Asks Valley-Old Lyme Co-op Football Coach to Resign
Chester Reopens ‘First Friday’ Tonight, First Time for Event Since March
CHESTER, CT -- The downtown Merchants of Chester are thrilled to host their first First Friday since March this evening, Friday, Sept 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. The organizers of this family friendly event are aiming to keep everyone extra-safe so ... masks must be worn at all times while in town for 'First Friday' and all attendees are requested to stay socially distant, … [Read more...] about Chester Reopens ‘First Friday’ Tonight, First Time for Event Since March
Local Museums — Including FloGris — Continue Fight for Funding, Foot Traffic with Innovative Marketing
AREAWIDE -- Lisa Malloy, executive director of the Thankful Arnold House as well as the Haddam Historical Society, has been an almost one-woman show ever since she started working at her small historical house over 17 years ago. However, she—as well as many other Connecticut museums—have seen the tide shift from when she first arrived: foot traffic has dwindled. “Connecticut … [Read more...] about Local Museums — Including FloGris — Continue Fight for Funding, Foot Traffic with Innovative Marketing
2020 Women’s March Sister Vigil Scheduled in East Haddam This Morning
EAST HADDAM -- Together We Rise CT - Building Bridges for Justice has announced that East Haddam, Conn., is again registered as an Official Sister Event location for the Lower Connecticut River Valley for the Jan. 18, Women Rising 2020 - Women’s March, which is taking place in Washington DC. Together We Rise will join sister events/marches throughout the world with an … [Read more...] about 2020 Women’s March Sister Vigil Scheduled in East Haddam This Morning
‘Come Home to Chester’ on ‘First Friday’ Tonight
CHESTER – The theme of the First Friday in October is “Come Home to Chester,” and longtime artists-in-residents are introducing new collections of their works at Chester Gallery and Dina Varano Gallery, in addition to other First Friday activities going on around town on Friday, Oct. 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. At Chester Gallery, “The Uncommon Goods” – Peter, Jan, Justin and Jesse … [Read more...] about ‘Come Home to Chester’ on ‘First Friday’ Tonight
Enjoy ‘Cruise Blues & Brews’ Festival Today in Chester
CHESTER -- The blues-rock power trio, Jake Kulak and the LowDown just won the “Battle of the Bands” $10,000 grand prize, sponsored by the Foxwood Resort Casino. The band has been wowing audiences all over the state. They have also won the CT Blues Society Band Challenge, they were voted Best Blues Band in the CTNOW’s Best of Hartford Reader’s Poll and they were nominated as … [Read more...] about Enjoy ‘Cruise Blues & Brews’ Festival Today in Chester
It’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester Tonight!
CHESTER – It’s August, and the Chester downtown merchants are fired up to beat the heat and kick off the last month of summer during First Friday festivities on Aug. 2. All shops will be open until 8 p.m. serving samples of delicious libations and snacks. Blackkat Leather will unveil a new collection from Crystal-Anne Chijinduis, a New York-based photographer specializing in … [Read more...] about It’s ‘First Friday’ in Chester Tonight!
I-Park Open to the Public Today on National Trails Day
I-Park artists-in-residence program will open its scenic campus in East Haddam to lovers of nature, art and music in observance of Connecticut Trails Day on Saturday, June 1. The grounds will be open from 2 to 6 pm, joining 250 other events in this annual statewide celebration. Rain date will be Sunday, June 2. Normally closed to the public to ensure the privacy of its … [Read more...] about I-Park Open to the Public Today on National Trails Day
Legislators, Superintendents, Residents Express Universal Opposition to Forced School Regionalization
Special to LymeLine.com Over 100 people turned out for an Education and Regionalization Forum at Old Saybrook Middle School on Thursday, April 11. The event was hosted by Rep. Devin Carney, (R-23rd), with Senators Paul Formica, (R-20th), and Norm Needleman, (D-33rd). While the two parties differ on Connecticut road tolls, all three local officials said they are against … [Read more...] about Legislators, Superintendents, Residents Express Universal Opposition to Forced School Regionalization
Essex Winter Series’ Presents ‘Chanticleer’ This Afternoon in Old Saybrook
Essex Winter Series' presents Chanticleer, the Grammy Award-Winning ensemble dubbed an orchestra of voices, on Sunday, April 7 at 3 pm at Old Saybrook High School, 1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook. They are celebrating the ensemble’s 40th anniversary with the program, Then and There Here and Now, which contains music by some of Chanticleer’s favorite composers. From … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series’ Presents ‘Chanticleer’ This Afternoon in Old Saybrook
Spring is in the Air and on the Street for ‘First Friday’ in Chester
CHESTER -- Spring is in the air, and Chester is eager to shed the winter doldrums to celebrate First Friday this evening, April 5. Festivities include gallery openings, new shops and original offerings all around town. Chester Gallery & Framing welcomes Spring with a new collection of works by select Connecticut artists, including four drawings of Chester by Chuck Baird … [Read more...] about Spring is in the Air and on the Street for ‘First Friday’ in Chester
Needleman Proposes New School Regionalization Plan, Public Hearing Today on Another Proposal on Same Subject
Yesterday State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) proposed a new plan for school regionalization. His proposal would create legislation tailored to help school districts and municipalities cooperate to share services and resources on their own terms, in contrast to recent legislation that would mandate school changes. Needleman appeared with East Haddam Selectman Robert Smith, … [Read more...] about Needleman Proposes New School Regionalization Plan, Public Hearing Today on Another Proposal on Same Subject
Chester Gallery Hosts Exhibition of New Work by Locally Based, Nationally Acclaimed Artist, Gilbert Boro
When our souls become heavy with life’s burdens, art has the potential to soothe and solace. Indeed, Pablo Picasso wrote, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” That theme will be explored in an exhibit of new works by nationally and internationally renowned sculptor Gilbert Boro at the Main Street Gallery of Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek … [Read more...] about Chester Gallery Hosts Exhibition of New Work by Locally Based, Nationally Acclaimed Artist, Gilbert Boro
Today’s ‘Cruise, Blues & Brews’ Festival Features Top CT Blues Bands, Benefits ‘At-Risk Boys’
Cruise Blues & Brews was started in 2015 and has operated as a fund raiser to support the At Risk Boys Fund. Each year this event contributes thousands of dollars to the fund which uses 100% of the proceeds to support non-profits in Middlesex County. The At Risk Boys fund has been operating since 2013. Giving away over $60,000, it supports grass-root, local initiatives … [Read more...] about Today’s ‘Cruise, Blues & Brews’ Festival Features Top CT Blues Bands, Benefits ‘At-Risk Boys’