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A la Carte: Everyone Loves Gluten-free Cappuccino Rice Crispy Treats

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I think I have mentioned that there are certain things I have never baked or cooked. I have never made a soufflé, even though I do understand how to gently incorporate the whipped egg whites into the mixture. Could it be because I am afraid of failing? Doubt it. I have not just screwed up recipes once, but sometimes more than once. One of these days I will make a … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Everyone Loves Gluten-free Cappuccino Rice Crispy Treats

Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL

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OLD LYME -- Patricia "Pat, Patty" Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme, passed away July 22, 2022, peacefully at home after a six-month fight against cancer ... Pat owned and operated "A Yellow Butterfly" salon in Clinton, for 36 years, and was a poker dealer at Mohegan Sun for the last 20 years. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at Duck River … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL

Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme

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Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., born in the Throgs Neck section of The Bronx and resident of Smithtown, NY for over 54 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25th with his wife of 68 years, Margaret "Peggy" by his side. He was 89 years old ... He is survived by his wife Peggy, his children and their (spouses); Daniel (Lois) of Washington, DC, Cathy Thomas (Pete) of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme

COVID-19 Update: 16 Confirmed Cases in Old Lyme in Past Week, Three in Lyme

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Old Lyme’s Total Cumulative COVID-19 Cases Now 1,418, Lyme’s Equivalent Number is 342 LYME/OLD LYME — The latest COVID-19 case count reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (dated Saturday, Aug. 6) shows 1,418 cases for Old Lyme and 342 for Lyme. These numbers have increased from our last report on Friday, July 29, by 16 cases in Old Lyme and three cases … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Update: 16 Confirmed Cases in Old Lyme in Past Week, Three in Lyme

Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band’ Tonight; LOL Lions Host Pre-concert Cook-Out

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OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m., the Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band will perform outdoors in the Lymes’ Senior Center field as part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series. The Senior Center is located at 26 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme, CT. This local group is comprised of physicians and health care providers. The six-person band specializes in … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band’ Tonight; LOL Lions Host Pre-concert Cook-Out

LYSB Hosts Free ‘Big Truck & Vehicle Fair’ Tonight

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OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 5 to 7 p.m., Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) hosts a Big Truck & Vehicle Fair. All are welcome. There is no charge for admission and no registration required. The event will be held behind LYSB on the middle school driveway. Spend the evening exploring vehicles of all kinds from dump trucks to fire trucks, … [Read more...] about LYSB Hosts Free ‘Big Truck & Vehicle Fair’ Tonight

Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL

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OLD LYME -- Dr. Robert James Staab, 71, of Old Lyme, passed away July 29, 2022, surrounded by family. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme, followed by a reception. Known affectionately as "Dr. Bob," he was born in Roselle, N.J., Sept. 18, 1950. He married his high school sweetheart, Susan Hornyak July 29, 1972. They … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL

High Hopes is August Beneficiary of Old Lyme ‘Big Y’s Community Bag Program,’ Aims to Reduce Single-Use Plastics  

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OLD LYME – This year, local community non-profits are more in need of support than in any other time in the recent years’ past. Now shoppers can give back to the local community and help to reduce single-use plastics by purchasing a special reusable bag at Big Y. High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. has been selected by the Old Lyme Big Y store leadership as the benefiting … [Read more...] about High Hopes is August Beneficiary of Old Lyme ‘Big Y’s Community Bag Program,’ Aims to Reduce Single-Use Plastics  

Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum Director Beaulieu Leaving to Become President/CEO of Cincinnati’s Taft Museum of Art

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CINCINNATI, OHIO/OLD LYME, CONN.—The Taft Museum of Art’s board of directors has announced the selection of Rebekah (Becky) Beaulieu as the museum’s next Louise Taft Semple President and CEO. Beaulieu is currently the director of the Florence Griswold Museum, an American Alliance of Museums accredited National Historic Landmark, house museum, and modern exhibition space … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum Director Beaulieu Leaving to Become President/CEO of Cincinnati’s Taft Museum of Art

Kick-Off Concert for Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Draws Hundreds to Listen, Picnic, Dance

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OLD LYME - What a beautiful night for a concert! Hundreds of people turned out last night for the opening event of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival when The Mighty Soul Drivers brought the classic soul sounds of Memphis and points South to the banks of the Lieutenant River adjacent to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme. Folk were picnicking, a variety of food … [Read more...] about Kick-Off Concert for Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Draws Hundreds to Listen, Picnic, Dance

Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Comes Back With a (Joyful) Bang!

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OLD LYME -- 8/1 UPDATED with more photos: Clear blue skies and warm temperatures welcomed the return of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival yesterday, after a two-year absence due to COVID. From early in the day, Lyme Street was alive with cheerful people of all ages enjoying the activities and festivities on offer and perusing the great variety of art, craft and edible items for … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Comes Back With a (Joyful) Bang!

Old Lyme Land Trust Builds, Installs Four New Benches on Different OL Preserves

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OLD LYME -- On July 16, the Old Lyme Land Trust (OLLT) hosted a well-attended Bench Building Workshop. The supply of 2" x 4” pressure-treated planks required for the project was all precut by OLLT steward Ted Freeman. This, combined with the simple design of the seats and seat backs. made the workshop a matter of just drilling and driving screws to construct the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Builds, Installs Four New Benches on Different OL Preserves

Join Today’s Midsummer 5K Run, Walk or ‘Kid’s K’, In-Person Registration Continues Until Start of Event

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OLD LYME -- Celebrate Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival Saturday, July 30, in historic Old Lyme Village with this family-friendly 5K run or walk, or a 'Kid's K.' Registration fees for the 5K (run and walk) are $30 for adults, $15 for youth (18 and under). Registration for the “Kids K” fun run is $10. On-site registrations will be accepted up to shortly before races start on … [Read more...] about Join Today’s Midsummer 5K Run, Walk or ‘Kid’s K’, In-Person Registration Continues Until Start of Event

Town of Old Lyme Plans Firework Display Tonight, OL Town Band to Play Concert in Advance

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OLD LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed to LymeLine.com in a text this morning that, despite the dry weather, the Town still plans to host its traditional annual fireworks celebration in the evening on Saturday, July 30, following Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival. The public can view the display from the field behind Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School and the … [Read more...] about Town of Old Lyme Plans Firework Display Tonight, OL Town Band to Play Concert in Advance