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Still Time to Register for Lyme Church’s Mental Health First Aid Class, Starts at 5pm Today

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LYME -- The First Congregational Church of Lyme is offering a Mental Health First Aid class in two sessions on Friday, June 4, from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, June 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. You must attend the full eight hours to receive the certificate. The church is hosting this class for the whole Lyme community. Pastor Susan Olsen stresses, "It's not a religious … [Read more...] about Still Time to Register for Lyme Church’s Mental Health First Aid Class, Starts at 5pm Today

Join a Community Work Day in Riverside Preserve to Celebrate CT Trails Day Tomorrow

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LYME -- The Lyme Pollinator Pathway, an initiative of the Town of Lyme, and the Lyme Land Trust invite readers to celebrate CT Trails Day by participating in a Community Work Day at Riverside Preserve tomorrow, Saturday, June 5, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Preserve is located on Salem Rd. in Lyme. The objective of the Community Work Day is to improve the site of a Pollinator … [Read more...] about Join a Community Work Day in Riverside Preserve to Celebrate CT Trails Day Tomorrow

A la Carte: A Special Soup for Summer … Asparagus, of Course!

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I had promised to send you my friend Stacie’s flan recipe, but time, as often, got away from me last week.  Perhaps I was dreaming about a  book I just finished reading, “We Begin at the End,” a sort-of growing up and murder mystery recommended by my good buddy, Rick Koster of The Day. Or maybe I was thinking about a new novel I am reading now, “The Plot,” written by an … [Read more...] about A la Carte: A Special Soup for Summer … Asparagus, of Course!

Old Lyme Library Hosts Virtual Presentation on ‘The Nut Museum’ Tonight; All Welcome

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OLD LYME --  Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 2, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library presents The Nut Museum – The Visionary Art of Elizabeth Tashjian from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Do you remember Old Lyme’s Nut Museum?  Elizabeth Tashjian (1912-2007) opened the Nut Museum in 1972 on the ground floor of her Victorian home in Old Lyme. The museum featured Miss Tashjian’s … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Hosts Virtual Presentation on ‘The Nut Museum’ Tonight; All Welcome

Take a Champlain North Hike and/or Join ‘Hiker’s Happy Hour’ Today at Old Lyme Inn

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Land Trust (OLLT), the Old Lyme Open Space Commission and the Old Lyme Inn are sponsoring a “Hiker’s Happy Hour” on Wednesday, June 2. A guided walk will leave at 4:15 p.m. from the red trailhead in the Champlain North Open Space, located at the end of Wyckford Lane, just north of the I-95 exit 70.  People preferring an easy, level walk can just go a … [Read more...] about Take a Champlain North Hike and/or Join ‘Hiker’s Happy Hour’ Today at Old Lyme Inn

Death of Thomas M. Long Announced, Father of Maureen Sturm of Old Lyme

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Thomas M. Long, age 83 years, of Plymouth, died Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at Beth Israel-Deaconess Hospital in Plymouth. He was the husband of the late Martha F. (Loring) Long and the son of the late Edwin and Marjorie (Hallett) Long. Born in Hyannis on November 22, 1937, Mr. long was a United States Navy veteran ... ... He will be forever missed by his children, Thomas A. Long … [Read more...] about Death of Thomas M. Long Announced, Father of Maureen Sturm of Old Lyme

Good to be Back! Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Sparks Smiles All Around

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OLD LYME -- Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and as parade-watcher Lauren Girasoli announced cheerfully, "I think people were just happy to be out seeing each other, and it wouldn't have mattered if nothing had come down Lyme Street!" This comment was a reflection of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which forced cancellation of the parade last year and has kept … [Read more...] about Good to be Back! Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Sparks Smiles All Around

A View from My Porch: Epic Poems of Folk and Rock Part 3 — The Rock and Roll War

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Editor's Note: This is the third column by Tom Gotowka under the heading, 'Epic Poems of Folk and Rock.' Find Part I  at this link and Part II at this one. I continue the “epic poems” theme in this essay, but shift to the epic works of conflict; focusing on the rock and roll genre, as influenced by the Vietnam War. In review, Part 1 presented several works of folk music … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: Epic Poems of Folk and Rock Part 3 — The Rock and Roll War

New ‘Family Club of CT River Valley’ Formed in Response to National Mom’s Club’s Intransigence on Racism,

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LYME/OLD LYME/AREAWIDE -- The regional Connecticut Chapter of the Moms' Club has been around for some 12 years and during that time, has supported many women as both new and seasoned moms. Recently, however, it took the difficult decision to leave the national umbrella of Moms' Club and break away to form the Family Club of the Connecticut River Valley (FCCRV.) Stefanie … [Read more...] about New ‘Family Club of CT River Valley’ Formed in Response to National Mom’s Club’s Intransigence on Racism,

Death Announced of Judith Fay Lightfoot of Lyme; Nationally-Recognized Civic Leader, Former President of High Hopes, Lyme Public Library, Numerous Other Organizations

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LYME -- Judith Fay Lightfoot, civic leader, mentor, friend, and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died on May 19 at age 81 at her home in Lyme, Connecticut. Intelligent, caring, generous, and grateful until her last breath, Judy moved in the world with deep optimism, love, and grace as she tirelessly and determinedly worked to make that world a better … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Judith Fay Lightfoot of Lyme; Nationally-Recognized Civic Leader, Former President of High Hopes, Lyme Public Library, Numerous Other Organizations

May 27 COVID-19 Update: Only One Town in CT Now in Red Zone; Lyme, Old Lyme Both Stay in Gray (Lowest) Zone; No New Cases in Either Town

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LYME/OLD LYME — The report issued Thursday, May 27, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) for the average daily rate of new cases of COVID-19 by town during the past two weeks shows another dramatic improvement for the state as whole with the number of towns remaining in the Red Zone (indicating the highest COVID-19 new case rates) down to just one from last … [Read more...] about May 27 COVID-19 Update: Only One Town in CT Now in Red Zone; Lyme, Old Lyme Both Stay in Gray (Lowest) Zone; No New Cases in Either Town

Obituary: Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom), Lived Most of His Life in Old Lyme, Volunteer Firefighter

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OLD LYME -- Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom) passed peacefully in the presence of his family on Friday, May 21 at the age of 78. Tom was born August 17, 1942, in New Britain, Connecticut, to parents Thomas J. Rozanski and Helen Rozanski (Kolodziej). He lived most of his life in Old Lyme, Connecticut, before retiring to Florida and South Carolina. Tom was a Veteran of the U.S … [Read more...] about Obituary: Thomas J. Rozanski Jr. (Tom), Lived Most of His Life in Old Lyme, Volunteer Firefighter

Lyme-Old Lyme Lions Host Food Drive, Eyeglass Recycling Event Today at OL Shopping Center

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme Lions are holding a Food Drive and Eyeglass Recycling Event Saturday, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Old Lyme Shopping Center. Drop off your used eyeglasses for recycling and a canned good to benefit Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries. The LOL Lions box up the eyeglasses and send them to New Eyes for the Needy, a non-profit … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Lions Host Food Drive, Eyeglass Recycling Event Today at OL Shopping Center

Gardening Tips for May from ‘The English Lady’: A Feast of Color Highlights the Merry Month of May

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OLD LYME -- The darling buds of May” is such an apt phrase for one of the most enchanting months, bloom on bulbs and trees and the fresh foliage on trees winking in the sun.  By now, you have probably removed most of the winter debris, pruned broken branches and re-edged borders. Do not however, apply that spring layer of composted manure as the soil needs to warm up to 60 … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for May from ‘The English Lady’: A Feast of Color Highlights the Merry Month of May