LYME, CT— On Wednesday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. Lyme Public Hall and Bacdayan Local History Archives will hold an Annual Meeting to celebrate the year’s events and discuss future plans for the organization. The event will feature the traditional community potluck and also a fun trivia contest to test everyone's knowledge about the Town of Lyme (questions this year to be … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Holds Annual Meeting, Community Potluck, Trivia Contest, June 4; All Welcome
Hadlyme Public Hall Presents ‘Coastal CT as a Maritime Culture: A History in 12 Objects,’ June 8
LYME, CT—On Sunday, June 8, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., Hadlyme Public Hall hosts Michael P. Dyer, who will present a talk titled, "'Coastal Connecticut as a Maritime Culture: A History in Twelve Objects.'Southeastern Connecticut played an outsized role in America’s maritime history from the country’s earliest days through shipbuilding, whaling and fishing. Mystic Seaport Museum’s … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Public Hall Presents ‘Coastal CT as a Maritime Culture: A History in 12 Objects,’ June 8
Memorial Day in Old Lyme is, in Turn, Both Solemn and Hopeful
OLD LYME—5/27: UPDATED with additional photos. Some marched, some danced and some rode as the Memorial Day Parade wound its way down Lyme Street Monday morning. The community trek took marchers and parade-goers alike to Old Lyme's Duck River Cemetery for a solemn ceremony in remembrance of the nation's fallen service members. A plaintive rifle salute and two trumpets … [Read more...] about Memorial Day in Old Lyme is, in Turn, Both Solemn and Hopeful
Letter to the Editor: Democrats’ Tent at Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade is Disrespectful
To the Editor:Once again the Democrats can’t see past their nose. Setting up a campaign tent on Memorial Day is standard procedure for the Democrats on a day dedicated to pay respect to those who died protecting our freedom(s). Free speech you say? This is a travesty and an insult to those who are deserving of the utmost respect! Shame on you! As usual it’s all about … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Democrats’ Tent at Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade is Disrespectful
Lyme’s ‘Long Table Farm’ Turns Community Food Scraps into Rich Compost, Looks to Expand Program to Include Old Lyme
Compost Benefits Farm, Lyme Residents, Town’s Bottom Line ... and Doesn't Stink! LYME, CT—Long Table Farm owner Baylee Drown last week stood alongside several carefully-tended compost piles adjacent to the vegetable fields as food scraps carried in from all over town cooked down in a natural process that she hopes will bring the community-supported agriculture operation … [Read more...] about Lyme’s ‘Long Table Farm’ Turns Community Food Scraps into Rich Compost, Looks to Expand Program to Include Old Lyme
Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
OLD LYME–Old Lyme's Memorial Day Parade is brought to you by two behind-the-scenes guys named Tony. The annual tradition, marked by the rumble of a military C-130 airplane overhead and hundreds of marchers pounding the Lyme Street pavement, has been mustered for years by Old Lyme Fire Department members Tony Hendriks and Tony Vallombroso. On this coming … [Read more...] about Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
Talking Transportation: Transit-Oriented Recreation
The recent cool and weather aside, it’s officially summer! Time to get out and enjoy our state’s wonderful parks and beaches and take advantage of TOR. You know what TOD is, right? Transit Oriented Development … building homes and offices near mass transit facilities. Well, I’m going to suggest you think about TOR… Transit Oriented Recreation. Did you know … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Transit-Oriented Recreation
Ribbon-Cutting Saturday at ‘The Hideaway’ Celebrates New Owners, Offerings; All Welcome at 11:30am
OLD LYME — On Saturday, May 31, at 11:30 a.m., the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission and Board of Selectpersons will hold a ribbon-cutting to celebrate the new owners and offerings at The Hideaway Restaurant Wood-Fired Pizza. All are welcome. Visit this link to read a story by Elizabeth Regan about the new owners published on LymeLine.com May 12 and titled, New Owner … [Read more...] about Ribbon-Cutting Saturday at ‘The Hideaway’ Celebrates New Owners, Offerings; All Welcome at 11:30am
Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for Renovated, Expanded Lyme’s’ Senior Center to be Held Today, 1pm
OLD LYME — On Saturday, May 31, a Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for the newly renovated and expanded Lymes' Senior Center will be held at 1 p.m. All are welcome to join the festivities. State, District and local dignitaries are expected to be on hand to assist with the celebrations. Visit this link to view photos and more of the soft opening held May 5. … [Read more...] about Grand Re-Opening Ceremony for Renovated, Expanded Lyme’s’ Senior Center to be Held Today, 1pm
2025 ‘Tour de Lyme’ Benefiting Lyme Land Trust Takes Place Sunday, Onsite Registration Open at Event
In-Person Registration Open Onsite on June 1 LYME, CT -- The 12th annual Tour de Lyme is happening on Sunday, June 1. For competitive riders, this is a chance to warm up for the cycling season ahead. For others, it provides a wonderful occasion to pedal through Lyme and enjoy the surrounding countryside. If you are a mountain biker, this is an opportunity to ride … [Read more...] about 2025 ‘Tour de Lyme’ Benefiting Lyme Land Trust Takes Place Sunday, Onsite Registration Open at Event
‘Luxury on the Move’ Supercars Event Hosted in Old Lyme by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive, Open to All Sunday
OLD LYME–Luxury and customized automobiles will converge at the 9 Halls Rd. shopping plaza in Old Lyme (where both Nautilus Architects and The Hangry Goose are located) on Sunday, June 1, from 2 to 5 p.m. The inaugural Luxury on the Move event from Nautilus Architects and All-Pro Automotive is intended to showcase the similarities between luxury homes and luxury cars, … [Read more...] about ‘Luxury on the Move’ Supercars Event Hosted in Old Lyme by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive, Open to All Sunday
Lyme Voters Approve $11.37 Million Budget; Finance Board Keeps Tax Rate Flat
LYME–About 55 people came out Thursday evening to approve the $11.37 million 2025-26 budget and raise the cap on a tax break for elderly and disabled residents. Members of the Board of Finance gathered immediately following the 25-minute Town Meeting to set the tax rate at 14.5 mills. The move left the rate unchanged from the current year. The newly-approved … [Read more...] about Lyme Voters Approve $11.37 Million Budget; Finance Board Keeps Tax Rate Flat
Lyme Town Meeting to Include Votes on Budget, Elderly Tax Break
LYME—The $11.37 million proposed 2025-26 budget will be among the items up for a vote at the Town Meeting on Thursday, May 22, at 6:30 p.m., in the Lyme Town Hall, 480 Hamburg Rd. If the proposed budget is approved, members of the Board of Finance have said the tax rate will remain unchanged. They plan to set the tax rate at the current 14.5 mills at their meeting … [Read more...] about Lyme Town Meeting to Include Votes on Budget, Elderly Tax Break
High Hopes Hosts its Fundraising ‘Summer Soirée’ in Old Lyme, June 7
OLD LYME — High Hopes Therapeutic Riding will celebrate its next 50 years with its annual gala on June 7. The equine-assisted therapy program is seeking sponsors for the Summer Soirée, which will give community leaders and changemakers the opportunity to mingle, dine and dance to the sounds of the New England-based party band Sugar. One of Eastern Connecticut’s … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts its Fundraising ‘Summer Soirée’ in Old Lyme, June 7
Enjoy a Family-Friendly, Farm Feast with Jazz & Za at Long Table Farm, June 8
Proceeds Benefit Share Scholarship Program LYME, CT—On June 8, join a family-friendly farm feast from 3 to 5 p.m. at Long Table Farm in Lyme! Long Table Farm will share the fruits of its labors, interpreted by Max and Frank Andrew’s Mobile Kitchen. Max and Frank will inspire your palate with what they learned on a recent three-day intensive, wood-fired cookery class in … [Read more...] about Enjoy a Family-Friendly, Farm Feast with Jazz & Za at Long Table Farm, June 8