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
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Five Days of Fun at Connecticut River Museum This Week
Staying in town for April vacation? Connecticut River Museum (CRM) has five days of cool things to do for your child or children from April 15 to 19. Whether you are looking for one day or all five, there is something fun and exciting waiting for you at the Museum. Bring your imagination and come prepared to create and experiment as we explore the River and its history. … [Read more...] about Five Days of Fun at Connecticut River Museum This Week
Letter From Paris: And So It Goes On … Brexit, That Is
"Order, Order!" barked John Bercow, Speaker of the House of Commons before announcing the results of the third-time-around vote on Theresa May's Brexit "deal" . "The ayes to the right 286, the noes to the left 344, the left have it." It was that fateful day, March 29 - chosen by the Prime Minister as the deadline to decide on the "divorce" of the United Kingdom (UK) from … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: And So It Goes On … Brexit, That Is
Letter From Paris: And So It Goes On … Brexit, That Is
"Order, Order!" barked John Bercow, Speaker of the House of Commons before announcing the results of the third-time-around vote on Theresa May's Brexit "deal" . "The ayes to the right 286, the noes to the left 344, the left have it." It was that fateful day, March 29 - chosen by the Prime Minister as the deadline to decide on the "divorce" of the United Kingdom (UK) from … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: And So It Goes On … Brexit, That Is
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
Letter From Paris: Present Pace of European Politics is Dizzying
The unity of Europe is being put to the test now more than ever: the deadline of the Brexit pushed back from March 29 to April 12 is heightening the uncertainty to an almost unbearable level, the visit of Chinese president Xi Jinping to Italy, Monaco and France is preoccupying several members of the European Union (EU), and the populist votes in recent European elections are … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Present Pace of European Politics is Dizzying
‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; on Stage Through April 7
IVORYTON – The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its 2019 season with a dazzling parade of hits by the songwriting team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David in the musical comedy Burt & Me by Larry McKenna. This coming-of-age story is narrated by Joe, who tells the story of his obsession with the music of Burt Bacharach alongside his high school romance with Lacey. The old story of boy … [Read more...] about ‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; on Stage Through April 7
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
Needleman to Join with District, School Leaders Today in Hartford to Show Support for Shared Services, Resources by School Districts, Municipalities
Today at 10 a.m. State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) will join with district leaders and school officials in the Legislative Office Building Room 1A, in Hartford to voice their support for 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 … [Read more...] about Needleman to Join with District, School Leaders Today in Hartford to Show Support for Shared Services, Resources by School Districts, Municipalities
Essex Winter Series presents New Haven Symphony Orchestra This Afternoon with Violinist Tai Murray
Essex Winter Series presents its Fenton Brown Emerging Artist Concert featuring the New Haven Symphony Orchestra (NHSO) with violinist Tai Murray on Sunday, March 17, at 3 p.m. at Valley Regional High School, Deep River. Maestro William Boughton, in his final season with NHSO, conducts four masterpieces showcasing the string family of the orchestra, as well as the … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series presents New Haven Symphony Orchestra This Afternoon with Violinist Tai Murray
Letter From Paris: Will Europe Fight Back in Face of World, Local Challenges?
The European Union (EU) is under attack from all sides. Will the EU strike back? The most serious threat against Europe is the dislocation of the world system of security and defense, which Europe relies on as a protection. During the past two years, an avalanche of steps taken by the US is unraveling the Atlantic-dominated frameworkwith a possible US pull-back from NATO; … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Will Europe Fight Back in Face of World, Local Challenges?
Sen. Needleman Meets With Lyme Selectmen, Issues Statement on School Regionalization
State Senator Norman Needleman (D-33rd), whose district includes Lyme, issued the following statement Monday on school regionalization proposals. "On Monday afternoon, Sen. Needleman met with the Lyme Board of Selectmen and had an extended conversation with them about his work so far in the legislature, the policies he will and won’t support this legislative session, and how … [Read more...] about Sen. Needleman Meets With Lyme Selectmen, Issues Statement on School Regionalization
Third Annual Festival of Women’s Plays Continues at Ivoryton Playhouse Today
Tickets are on on sale now for the Ivoryton Playhouse's Third Annual Women Playwrights Initiative - Passion, Power and Prose 2019. The Initiative includes the Ellie Award and a $500 stipend for each of the four women playwrights chosen and provides a safe, nurturing environment for the development of new, one-act plays by and about women and the issues that shape their … [Read more...] about Third Annual Festival of Women’s Plays Continues at Ivoryton Playhouse Today
Don’t Miss a Swashbuckling Party Tonight at Connecticut River Museum
“Arr” you in? Come down and show your swagger on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Grab your sword, hoist your sails and get to the Privateers’ Bash, presented by Gosling’s Rum, at the Connecticut River Museum. Come in costume (or not!) and let off a bit of winter steam. Relive riverfront history at the 13th annual Privateer Bash; a playful nod to the privateers who … [Read more...] about Don’t Miss a Swashbuckling Party Tonight at Connecticut River Museum
RiverQuest’s ‘Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruise’ Offers Remarkable Insight, Views of CT River
Oh, what a trip! RiverQuest hosted several members of the Fourth Estate recently on a wonderful Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruise. Temperatures were distinctly chilly last Wednesday afternoon (Feb. 13), but the heated cabin stayed warm while the boat gently sailed upstream from the Connecticut River Museum. The views were stunning throughout the trip and, despite the … [Read more...] about RiverQuest’s ‘Winter Wildlife Eagle Cruise’ Offers Remarkable Insight, Views of CT River