The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library hosts a program presented by Robert Baldwin titled, 'Van Gogh's Starry Night: From Spiritualized Nature to Higher Abstraction,' on Saturday, May 19, at 1 p.m. Inspired by Gauguin's artistic group in Brittany, Vincent van Gogh traveled to the south of France to revitalize his art by returning to his early subject matter - pre-modern … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Presents Program Today on Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’
Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Plant Sale Today
Today, Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., join the Florence Griswold Museum’s Garden Gang at the Museum for a sale of beautiful plants and garden specimens, featuring heirloom perennials, roses, herbs, and succulents. Purchase lovely plants and support the Museum's garden projects. … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Hosts Plant Sale Today
“Follow the Fibers” to Bushnell Farm Today, 11am to 4pm
The family that occupied the 1678 Bushnell House in Old Saybrook were weavers as well as farmers. Each spring Bushnell Farm hosts activities that that allow visitors to step back to a time when hand-woven cloth was derived from the family’s own plants and animals. On Saturday, May 19, visitors to this privately-owned 22 acre farm site can witness Warner Lord demonstrate the … [Read more...] about “Follow the Fibers” to Bushnell Farm Today, 11am to 4pm
Shred Unwanted Documents During Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2018 Fundraiser, Saturday
On Saturday, May 26, the Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 2018 will shred documents for businesses and individuals. Anyone can bring their papers to the Lyme-OId Lyme High School parking lot from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. to shred for a donation. Many people have unwanted papers sitting in boxes or on desks around their house. All documents will be shred immediately at the high … [Read more...] about Shred Unwanted Documents During Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2018 Fundraiser, Saturday
Lyme Holds Annual Budget Meeting Tonight
9:28am Update: Meeting Date Corrected -- The Town of Lyme will hold its Annual Budget Meeting tomorrow evening, Thursday, May 17, starting at 7:30 p.m. in Lyme Town Hall at 480 Hamburg Rd. The agenda includes the following items: Acknowledge receipt of the Town of Lyme Annual report for the Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2017. Acceptance of the Emerson Cemetery property … [Read more...] about Lyme Holds Annual Budget Meeting Tonight
RTP Estuary Center Hosts Final Spring Lecture This Evening at LAA on “Genius” Roger Tory Peterson
The Connecticut Audubon Society's Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center is hosting a three-part Spring Lecture Series through May 17. The third and final lecture in the series will be held Thursday, May 17, at 5 p.m. at Lyme Art Association and is titled Creation of a Genius: Roger Tory Peterson. Roger Tory Peterson made his home and, as an adult, found inspiration for his … [Read more...] about RTP Estuary Center Hosts Final Spring Lecture This Evening at LAA on “Genius” Roger Tory Peterson
University of New Haven Announces $1.1 Million Bequest from Diana Atwood Johnson to Lyme Academy
The University of New Haven announced yesterday that Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, one of the University’s six colleges, has received a $1.1 million bequest from the estate of Diana Atwood Johnson, a longtime benefactor. The gift will support three initiatives: The Sill House, a historic building encompassing studio space, the Lyme archives, and the Sill House … [Read more...] about University of New Haven Announces $1.1 Million Bequest from Diana Atwood Johnson to Lyme Academy
Affordable Housing Application Hearings Postponed to June 5
At the request of the applicant, the Public Hearings originally scheduled for Monday, May 14, at 7:30 p.m. in Old Lyme Town Hall for the Affordable Housing Applications for 18-1 and 18-2 Neck Road for 23 and 14 units respectively (both formerly known as 16 Neck Rd. and now known respectively as River Oak Commons I and II) have been postponed to Tuesday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. in … [Read more...] about Affordable Housing Application Hearings Postponed to June 5
Op-Ed: SECoast Questions Proposed HOPE Development in Old Lyme
Organization Stresses Support of Affordable Housing This Op-Ed was written by Gregory Stroud, Executive Director, SECoast No doubt by now, most of you have heard of the Hope Partnership housing development planned for 16 Neck Road. It’s a subdivided property tucked in beside the northbound I-95 exit 70 into Old Lyme, a wooded 12.5 acre lot with a steep entrance road, … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: SECoast Questions Proposed HOPE Development in Old Lyme
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Moonglow’ by Michael Chabon
This is, at one and the same time, a work of fiction and the author’s actual family history, selectively combined and embellished. It is the story of Michael Chabon’s grandfather and grandmother, recreated as a totally engaging novel, covering more than five decades in Germany, Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City, Florida and California. He “recreates” these two … [Read more...] about Reading Uncertainly? ‘Moonglow’ by Michael Chabon
Musical Masterworks Modern Presents ‘The Percussion Collective’ This Evening at LAA
Experience contemporary chamber music featuring The Percussion Collective -- Robert van Sice on Friday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. at Lyme Art Association. Their distinctly insightful approach to the performance of percussion chamber music challenges the limits of excellence and delights audiences. Enjoy the sounds – and sights – of Seaborne, The Percussion Collective’s new … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Modern Presents ‘The Percussion Collective’ This Evening at LAA
A la Carte: Bake the Best Big, Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies!
A few days after I made banana bread (about six overripe bananas I had, to which I added five overripe ones from Noank friends), I decided it was time to make cookies. (By the way, all four of the banana breads left my homes to friends’ kitchens, because I didn’t want to eat them.) Alter all, I had already thawed two pounds of unsalted butter and, while looking for the … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Bake the Best Big, Chewy Oatmeal Raisin Cookies!
Talking Transportation: Transport Cuts Will Hurt Us All
For weeks I’ve been writing about the CDOT’s impending bus and rail service cuts and fare hikes and their profound impact on commuters, local businesses and real estate values. But with just weeks to go, the folks who can prevent this pain… our legislature… seem to be doing nothing. The deadline is July 1 this year when proposed CDOT cuts will go into effect: A 10 percent … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Transport Cuts Will Hurt Us All
Join a Farm Memoir Writing Workshop in East Haddam, Sunday
Write about your favorite farm memory on Sunday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cold Spring Farm in East Haddam. No previous writing experience is necessary. Participants will tour the farm for inspiration and ideas, and create a short, factual memoir essay and art based on a past or actual event day farm experience. This workshop is a feature of Cold Spring Farm’s Goats … [Read more...] about Join a Farm Memoir Writing Workshop in East Haddam, Sunday
Old Lyme Library Presents Program Tonight on Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, Lifestyle Choices
The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library hosts a program titled, 'Risk Assessment and Lifestyle Choices - Breast Cancer' this evening, Thursday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. Kristen Zarfos, MD, FACS, of Middlesex Hospital will present risk assessment tools and lifestyle choices that may help prevent breast cancer. Dr. Zarfos is a board certified, nationally-recognized breast … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Presents Program Tonight on Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, Lifestyle Choices