The Lyme Art Association (LAA) hosts an Opening Reception and Ice Cream Social this evening from 5 to 7 p.m. for its 'Summer Painting and Sculpture Show,' which presents LAA members' finest work, in a variety of genres and mediums. All are welcome and admission is free. Juror David Rau of the Florence Griswold Musuem has assembled a wide-ranging show of compelling, … [Read more...] about ‘Summer Painting and Sculpture Show’ on View at Lyme Art Association
Old Lyme’s WPCA to Hold Update, Q & A Session on Public Sewers This Evening
The Old Lyme Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) will host a Public Sewer Update on Thursday, Aug. 16, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room. Members of the WPCA will make a short presentation on the latest developments regarding replacement of individual septic tanks with sewer systems in the Sound View neighborhood. There will be a question and answer … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s WPCA to Hold Update, Q & A Session on Public Sewers This Evening
Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber Hosts ‘Business After Hours’ This Evening at the ‘Bee & Thistle’, All Welcome
The Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce hosts Business After Hours this evening, Aug. 16, at the Bee and Thistle Inn, 100 Lyme St. in Old Lyme from 5:30 to 7 p.m. All are welcome to join Chamber members at this event when the hosts will be the staff of the Inn. Admission is $5 payable in advance or at the door. The Chamber is thrilled to be going "Back to the Bee!" Hopefully … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber Hosts ‘Business After Hours’ This Evening at the ‘Bee & Thistle’, All Welcome
Mirroring CT Results, Lyme/Old Lyme Voters Choose Lamont, Stefanowski to Run for Governor; Linares Wins Locally But Loses at State Level
Democratic voters in Lyme and Old Lyme mirrored the state's Primary results in choosing Ned Lamont to run as Governor over Joe Ganim by an overwhelming majority. Similarly, on the Republican side, both towns' voters followed the state trend and created an upset by selecting Bob Stefanowski as their candidate for Governor over endorsed candidate Mark Boughton from a field of … [Read more...] about Mirroring CT Results, Lyme/Old Lyme Voters Choose Lamont, Stefanowski to Run for Governor; Linares Wins Locally But Loses at State Level
CT Dem’s, Republicans Hold Primaries Today: Check Out Our Voter’s Guide for Lyme, Old Lyme Residents
It's Primary Day today in Connecticut. Polls will be open in Lyme at the Lyme Town Hall and Old Lyme at the Cross Lane Firehouse from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote in this election. The State Voting Guide notes, "You must either show identification or sign a one line affidavit at the polling place if you have not provided proper … [Read more...] about CT Dem’s, Republicans Hold Primaries Today: Check Out Our Voter’s Guide for Lyme, Old Lyme Residents
Ivoryton Hosts ‘Playhouse on the Shore’ at Water’s Edge, See ‘Summer Nights’ Aug. 19 & 26
After last year’s successful engagement, Ivoryton Playhouse returns by popular demand to Water’s Edge Resort and Spa with six cabaret-style dinner theatre performances written for and performed exclusively at Water’s Edge. This original series will showcase the professional talent of Ivoryton Playhouse performers and musicians in three unique productions. La Dolce Vita will … [Read more...] about Ivoryton Hosts ‘Playhouse on the Shore’ at Water’s Edge, See ‘Summer Nights’ Aug. 19 & 26
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Scheduled for Saturday
A Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection will take place this Saturday, Aug. 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Acceptable items can be taken to the Essex HHW Facility on Dump Rd., Essex (Rte. 9 North, Exit 4.) Visit this link for a list of acceptable items. The next Household Hazardous Waste event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 8. … [Read more...] about Household Hazardous Waste Collection Scheduled for Saturday
‘A Chorus Line’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
The Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning A Chorus Line has opened at the Ivoryton Playhouse. Casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete and for 17 dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime and what they’ve worked their whole lives for.A Chorus Line brilliantly evokes both the glamour and grind of showbiz, and is the musical for everyone who’s ever … [Read more...] about ‘A Chorus Line’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Lyme Library Offers Streaming Services from Hoopla, RB Digital
The Lyme Public Library is now offering streaming services from Hoopla and RB Digital. Hoopla offers downloadable books and audio books, graphic novels, comic books, music, TV shows and movies. RB Digital offers British TV and movies from the Acorn Library, Indie Flix (independent films), The Great Courses Library, and Stingray Qello, the world’s largest collection of concert … [Read more...] about Lyme Library Offers Streaming Services from Hoopla, RB Digital
For the Love of the Game … and Cancer Research
For the three members of the Old Lyme Country Club who organized the 12th annual Terri Brodeur Breast Cancer Foundation (TBBCF) golf tournament July 19, it’s personal. Charlene Amacher, Ronnie Levine and Cathy Burnett have mothers, daughters and friends, who have faced a cancer diagnosis. It is the reason they organized and promoted the annual golf tournament, solicited … [Read more...] about For the Love of the Game … and Cancer Research
Jeannine Lewis Sworn In as Judge of Probate for Saybrook District, Includes Town of Lyme
On Monday, July 23, Essex Attorney Jeannine Lewis was sworn in as the next judge of probate for the Saybrook Probate District in a ceremony held on the town green in Old Saybrook. The swearing-in was performed by Old Saybrook First Selectman Carl P. Fortuna, Jr. Attorney Lewis was elected in November to fill the remaining term of Hon. Terrence B. Lomme, who retired the same … [Read more...] about Jeannine Lewis Sworn In as Judge of Probate for Saybrook District, Includes Town of Lyme
Reading Uncertainly: ‘Writing to Learn’ by William Zinsser
Almost 30 years ago my wife bought and read William Zinsser’s Writing to Learn, with a copy autographed by the author. It has taken all that time for me to find and read this perceptive and challenging work. Late, but perhaps not too late! The key lies in the title: this is not a “how to” book but rather an encouragement to write, and write, and then write some more, as the … [Read more...] about Reading Uncertainly: ‘Writing to Learn’ by William Zinsser
Midsummer Memories are Made of This
It all began with a concert ... 'Otis and the Hurricanes,' who were introduced by the new Director of the Florence Griswold Museum Rebekah Beaulieu (pictured above), played their hearts out Friday evening on the lawn gently sloping away from the Museum down towards the Lieutenant River. The music -- a mix of rhythm, blues, New Orleans 'funk,' and good ol' Rock & Roll -- … [Read more...] about Midsummer Memories are Made of This
‘Greenhouse Beauty’ Opens in Old Lyme With Emphasis on Non-Toxic Skincare Products, Self-Love
Rachel Postovoit, owner of the newly-opened Greenhouse Beauty store in Old Lyme, never pictured herself owning a business. Having studied music at the University of Connecticut with the intention of pursuing music education, Postovoit was devastated when she was rejected from the education program and could no longer become a teacher. “It shattered my perception of myself,” … [Read more...] about ‘Greenhouse Beauty’ Opens in Old Lyme With Emphasis on Non-Toxic Skincare Products, Self-Love
Lost Dog Now Found!
UPDATE: 7/30, 8:54am: We just read a Facebook message posted at 8:52 a.m. that Libby has been found! This beautiful and much-loved dog named Libby bolted from home during the storm and fireworks last night from Bittersweet Lane in Old Lyme. Her owners, the Ryans, say she is "a sweet and energetic brindle boxer." Please call 860-304-3334 if you have seen her. … [Read more...] about Lost Dog Now Found!