OLD SAYBROOK -- People of all ages from across southeast Connecticut gathered on Main Street in Old Saybrook yesterday to march in support of action against gun violence and in solidarity with some 800 other marches taking place worldwide. Those who had marched in the January 2017 Women's March in Old Saybrook estimated that the crowd for yesterday's event was substantially … [Read more...] about ‘March For Our Lives’ Draws Hundreds of Protesters in Old Saybrook
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Local AAUW Hosts Luncheon with Nationally-Acclaimed Authors at Saybrook Point Inn, April 14
The Lower Connecticut Valley branch of AAUW (American Association of University Women) will sponsor a luncheon at the Saybrook Point Inn on Saturday, April 14, from 11:30 am to 3 pm. Randy Susan Meyers, author of the bestseller, The Widow of Wall Street, and Brunonia Barry, author of the novels The Lace Reader and The Fifth Petal, will discuss their books and their writing … [Read more...] about Local AAUW Hosts Luncheon with Nationally-Acclaimed Authors at Saybrook Point Inn, April 14
Join a Shoreline ‘March For Our Lives’ in Old Saybrook
There will be a Shoreline March For Our Lives in Old Saybrook on Saturday, March 24, starting at 2 p.m. at 300 Main St. March For Our Lives was created, inspired, and led by students who will no longer risk their lives waiting for someone else to take action to stop the epidemic of school shootings. March For Our Lives believes the time to take action is now and hopes as … [Read more...] about Join a Shoreline ‘March For Our Lives’ in Old Saybrook
Carney (R) Seeks Third Term as State Representative, Democrat Pugliese Announces Challenge
UPDATED 3/7 10:09pm: Devin Carney, a Republican who ran unopposed for a second term in 2016, has announced his intention to seek a third term as State Representative for the 23rd General AssemblyDistrict, which includes the towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and coastal Westbrook. But this November, Carney will be challenged by Old Saybrook resident and Democrat Matt … [Read more...] about Carney (R) Seeks Third Term as State Representative, Democrat Pugliese Announces Challenge
Dazzling Red Carpet Oscar Event Tonight Raises Funds for ‘The Kate’
The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (the Kate) will hold an Oscar Party benefit on Sunday, March 4beginning at 7 pm at the center located at 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook. This annual red-carpet event honors the Kate’s 12-time Oscar Nominated, 4-time-winning namesake and makes for an entertaining evening. Proceeds support quality performing arts and cultural … [Read more...] about Dazzling Red Carpet Oscar Event Tonight Raises Funds for ‘The Kate’
Rep. Carney Declares Testifies to Government Administration and Elections Committee,
State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) testified during a public hearing of the Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee on Monday, Feb. 26, in support of SB 180: An Act Requiring Executive and Legislative Review of Certain Quasi-Public Agency Contracts. This proposal would require greater executive and legislative oversight of quasi-public agency contracts … [Read more...] about Rep. Carney Declares Testifies to Government Administration and Elections Committee,
SECWAC Hosts IRIS Executive Director Tonight to Speak on “Refugee Resettlement in CT”
The next Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) meeting takes place Tuesday, Feb. 6, at Saybrook Point Inn. Chris George, Executive Director of Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS), based in New Haven, will speak at 6 p.m. on “Refugee Resettlement in Connecticut,” and discuss the role of IRIS, a government- and privately-funded nonprofit organization … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts IRIS Executive Director Tonight to Speak on “Refugee Resettlement in CT”
Community Leaders Hope to Help Parents Improve Communication With Teens; Forum in OS Tonight
Compassion Counts invites shoreline community members to join an upcoming community conversation, ‘Weathering the Adolescent Storm in a Pressure-Filled World,’ on Wednesday, Jan. 31, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Old Saybrook High School Auditorium. This free event will be a dynamic evening for teens, parents and teachers to learn how to nurture positive communication and foster … [Read more...] about Community Leaders Hope to Help Parents Improve Communication With Teens; Forum in OS Tonight
It’s That Time Again! Catch the Final Day of the Insane Insidewalk Sale Today in Saybrook
The-e-list.com presents the Ninth Annual Insane Insidewalk Sale Friday, Jan. 26, and Saturday, Jan. 27, at 105 Elm St., in the Old Saybrook Shopping Center, just a few doors down from the Stop & Shop grocery store. The Sale will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $5, which covers entry for both days and the … [Read more...] about It’s That Time Again! Catch the Final Day of the Insane Insidewalk Sale Today in Saybrook
‘How The Other Half Loves,’ Presented by Saybrook Stage, Continues Tonight at The Kate; Runs Through Sunday
OLD SAYBROOK -- Alan Ayckbourn’s farcical tale of matrimonial mishaps, “How The Other Half Loves” will have audiences in stitches. Aykbourn enthralls with his clever use of space and time as he intertwines the lives of two very different couples – a perfectly posh upper-class older one and a messy middle class younger one – on the same stage! As Bob Phillips and Fiona Foster … [Read more...] about ‘How The Other Half Loves,’ Presented by Saybrook Stage, Continues Tonight at The Kate; Runs Through Sunday
Today’s Social Services Help Day in Old Saybrook Open to Old Lyme Residents
Today's Social Services Help Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grace Church, 336, Main St. in Old Saybrook is open to Old Lyme residents. A Dental Clinic is offered. Call 860.347.6971 ext. 5163 or 860.681.7992 to schedule an appointment. Stay for a free grocery distribution from the CT Foodbank Mobile Pantry between 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Today’s Social Services Help Day in Old Saybrook Open to Old Lyme Residents
Partnership Co-Op Open Today in Old Saybrook Store
It has just been announced that the Partnership Co-Op's Annual Holiday Sale has been extended for three additional days as follows: Thursday, Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Co-op's store is in the former Southern Exposure building located between Cartier Optical and Nail Spa at 264 Main … [Read more...] about Partnership Co-Op Open Today in Old Saybrook Store
Carney Earns 100 Percent Voting Record for 2017 Legislative Session
State Representative Devin Carney (R-23),, whose district includes Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and the southern section of Westbrook, earned a 100 percent voting record for the 2017 legislative session according to recently released data from the House Clerk’s office. There were 417 votes cast during the 2017 regular session and special session. This marks Carney's third year … [Read more...] about Carney Earns 100 Percent Voting Record for 2017 Legislative Session
12th Annual Black Friday Concert at the Kate Tonight Benefits Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries
Local musicians come together at the Kate on Nov. 24 at 8 p.m. for the annual Black Friday Concert to benefit the Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries (SSKP). Now in its 12th year, this concert has become a community tradition and a wonderful event that embodies the season of giving. With an emphasis on melody, lyricism and harmony The Ebin-Rose Trio, Carter Gowrie, Leonard … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Black Friday Concert at the Kate Tonight Benefits Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries
Shoreline Sewing Company Shares A Common Thread with New London Adult Education English Language Learners
Deb and Peter Alvord, owners of The Shoreline Sewing Machine Company in Old Saybrook recently offered their time, talent and sewing materials to English Language Learners at New London Adult & Continuing Education (NLAE.) Deb Alvord, an expert sewer, quilter and instructor presented a sample 'Notebook' cover project, which six students from South Korea, Dominican Republic, … [Read more...] about Shoreline Sewing Company Shares A Common Thread with New London Adult Education English Language Learners