By John D. Fixx, Head of School at The Country School Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a moment in which people in the United States and throughout the world celebrate a gentleman who gave his life striving for equality and the principle that all people are created equal. Our country has stood for generations as an example of hope for people throughout the world. Many … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: In Light of Current Events, Head of The Country School Confirms, Defends School’s Mission
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Country School Runners Enjoy Record-Breaking Season
MADISON -- While local public high school cross country teams have been building toward their championship races, The Country School’s cross country team has been quietly compiling a season record for the girls of 33 wins and only one loss and 35 wins and four losses for the boys. This is the best record for cross country at the PreSchool-8th Grade Madison independent school … [Read more...] about Country School Runners Enjoy Record-Breaking Season
Award-Winning Photographer Presents ‘Tools of Travel Photography’ at CT Valley Camera Club Meeting
The guest speaker at next Monday's (Oct. 2) meeting of the Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC) will be award-winning photographer/videographer David H. Wells, who will give a presentation titled, "The Tools of Travel Photography." The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Lymes' Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd., Old Lyme, Conn. All are welcome. Wells uses whichever … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Photographer Presents ‘Tools of Travel Photography’ at CT Valley Camera Club Meeting
Ivoryton Playhouse Presents Dinner-Cabaret, ‘A Night on the Town,’ at ‘Water’s Edge,’ June 25
AREAWIDE -- Ivoryton Playhouse, in a new partnership with Water’s Edge Resort, will present a series of eight cabaret-style dinner theatre performances beginning Sunday, June 11, written for and performed exclusively at Water’s Edge. This original series will showcase the professional talent of Ivoryton Playhouse performers and musicians in four unique events. This … [Read more...] about Ivoryton Playhouse Presents Dinner-Cabaret, ‘A Night on the Town,’ at ‘Water’s Edge,’ June 25
Two Organizations Working for Middle East Peace Co-Sponsor Film Series; Next Screening is ‘An Oasis on the Hill,’ Tonight
Film Series Aims to Educate, Inspire Dialogue About Peace, Justice in Middle East and Beyond Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP)-New Haven and the Tree of Life Educational Fund (TOLEF) are jointly sponsoring a film series titled, ‘From the Jordan to the Sea: Israel-Palestine in Film’ at Westbrook Public Library. The series comprises three feature-length films on successive Thursdays, … [Read more...] about Two Organizations Working for Middle East Peace Co-Sponsor Film Series; Next Screening is ‘An Oasis on the Hill,’ Tonight
Emily Bjornberg to Speak on Financial Durability at Shoreline League of Democratic Women Meeting Tonight
Guest Speaker is Emily Bjornberg, Sr. Exec Assistant for Financial Literacy, Office of the Treasurer, State of Connecticut The Shoreline League of Democratic Women (SLDW) has announced the second guest speaker in their Women@Risk Series covering pressing issues for women and their families. Emily Bjornberg, Senior Executive Assistant for Financial Literacy, Office of the … [Read more...] about Emily Bjornberg to Speak on Financial Durability at Shoreline League of Democratic Women Meeting Tonight
The Country School Hosts Secondary School Fair Tonight
Area families are invited to join The Country School on Wednesday, April 12, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for the 15th Annual Secondary School Fair. This is a great opportunity to speak with representatives from a range of high schools, both boarding and day, and learn what their schools have to offer. Previous participants have included: Avon Old Farms, Berkshire, Canterbury, … [Read more...] about The Country School Hosts Secondary School Fair Tonight
Carney, MacLachlan to Hold Coffee Hours in Westbrook, Saturday
State Rep's. Devin Carney and Jesse MacLachlan will hold coffee hours in Westbrook at the Westbrook Public Library located at 61 Goodspeed Drive on Saturday, April 1 starting at 10 a.m. This event will provide constituents with an opportunity to ask questions or share their ideas and concerns about state government or local issues. Anyone unable to attend, but who would … [Read more...] about Carney, MacLachlan to Hold Coffee Hours in Westbrook, Saturday
Letter to the Editor: LVVS Thanks Shoreline Web News (That’s us!) for Supporting Recent Fundraiser
To the Editor: In our original letter regarding Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore’s Wine and Brew Tasting and Auction benefitting the organization’s tutoring program we set out to thank those responsible for the success of the event. The event, held on September 29th at the Saybrook Point Pavilion netted funds that will help L.V.V.S. continue the mission of eradicating … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: LVVS Thanks Shoreline Web News (That’s us!) for Supporting Recent Fundraiser
Letter to the Editor: Thank You From Organizers of Literacy Volunteers April Fool’s Race
To the Editor: The 9th Annual Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore April Fool's Race benefitting tutoring programs for area residents came in like spring this year. A little slow on the starting blocks but run in beautiful weather and finishing with a kick. Racers from all over New England and as far away as Minnesota participated in the festivities to help commemorate the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Thank You From Organizers of Literacy Volunteers April Fool’s Race
Public Invited to Opiate Abuse Forum for Shoreline Communities, 5pm Tonight
A free public forum and panel discussion on the growing problem of opiate abuse in Middlesex County will be held at Westbrook Library on Monday, March 14 at 5 p.m., sponsored by the Middlesex County Substance Abuse Action Council (MCSAAC). Connecticut loses hundreds of citizens every year to opiate overdoses. Thousands more are addicted and still more are in recovery. … [Read more...] about Public Invited to Opiate Abuse Forum for Shoreline Communities, 5pm Tonight
Carney, Linares to Hold Office Hours in Westbrook Tonight
State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) will hold pre-session office hours in Westbrook at the Westbrook Town Hall on Feb. 9, starting at 6:30 p.m. State Senator Art Linares (R-33rd) and State Representative Jesse MacLachlan (R-35th) will join Carney at the Westbrook event. This session will provide constituents with an opportunity to ask questions or share their ideas … [Read more...] about Carney, Linares to Hold Office Hours in Westbrook Tonight
Carney, Linares to Hold Office Hours in Westbrook, Feb. 9
State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) will hold pre-session office hours in Old Saybrook at the Saybrook Point Pavilion on Monday, Jan. 25, starting at 6 p.m., in Old Lyme at the Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library on Wednesday, Jan. 27, starting at 6 p.m., and in Westbrook at the Westbrook Town Hall on Feb. 9, starting at 6:30 p.m. Carney will be joined in Old Saybrook on Jan. 25 by … [Read more...] about Carney, Linares to Hold Office Hours in Westbrook, Feb. 9
LVVS Hosts Important Presentation Tonight on Refugee Crisis, Pathways to Citizenship
Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) will host a presentation on refugees and the paths to citizenship on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room of Westbrook's Public Library. The presentation will feature Claudia Connor CEO of the International Institute of Connecticut and Alicia Kinsman, who is the Director and Managing Attorney of the organization's … [Read more...] about LVVS Hosts Important Presentation Tonight on Refugee Crisis, Pathways to Citizenship
Vista Arts Center Hosts “Paint Night” Tonight at Madison
The Vista Arts Center is hosting a special “Paint Night with Vista” at the Madison Surf Club on Monday, Aug. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants will paint the view of Tuxis Island from the patio of the Surf Club alongside local celebrities Madison First Selectman Fillmore McPherson, architect Duo Dickinson and WTNH newscaster Jim Watkins. At the end of the evening, … [Read more...] about Vista Arts Center Hosts “Paint Night” Tonight at Madison