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
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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
Panel Discussion Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Landmark Women’s Rights Decision
The Shoreline League of Democratic Women (SLDW) has announced it will host a panel presentation and discussion Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut. The event will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday evening, April 2, Westbrook Library (Lower Level), 61 Goodspeed Drive, Westbrook, CT 06498. Guest panelists include Connecticut State Representative Kelly … [Read more...] about Panel Discussion Commemorates 50th Anniversary of Landmark Women’s Rights Decision
Enjoy Old Lyme Library’s ‘Bookworm Ball’ Tonight, a Few Tickets Still Available
The theme of this year's Bookworm Ball sponsored by the Friends of the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library is Hollywood Night at the Bookworm Ball. The popular annual event planned for Saturday, March 21, from 7 to 11 p.m. will find the Old Lyme Country Club – the site selected for this year’s Ball – transformed into the setting for a glittering movie premiere. Previous … [Read more...] about Enjoy Old Lyme Library’s ‘Bookworm Ball’ Tonight, a Few Tickets Still Available
Letter to the Editor: Retiring State Rep. Giuliano Supports Carney to Succeed Her
To the Editor: I write in support of Devin Carney for State Representative for Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook in the upcoming August 12th Republican primary. Devin will work for all of us with energy, with integrity, and with an abiding interest not in politics, but in public service. In the 12 years that I've served in the General Assembly, I've been an … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Retiring State Rep. Giuliano Supports Carney to Succeed Her
Republican Primary: Candidate Responses to our Questions
Two candidates, Devin Carney and Vicki Lanier, are running in the Republican Primary on Tuesday for the right to be the party-endorsed candidate for the 23rd District State Representative. The 23rd District covers Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and the southern portion of Westbrook. The seat was previously held by Marilyn Giuliano, who is retiring. We asked each candidate to … [Read more...] about Republican Primary: Candidate Responses to our Questions