In support of students across the country, a March For Our Lives event will be held at Two Wrasslin’ Cats, 374 Town Street, East Haddam, on Saturday, March 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Hosted by Together We Rise CT – Building Bridges for Justice, the event will be one of more than nearly 700 world-wide. March For Our Lives was created, inspired, and led by students who will no … [Read more...] about Together We Rise CT Holds a ‘March For Our Lives’ in East Haddam
Join a Shoreline ‘March For Our Lives’ in Old Saybrook
There will be a Shoreline March For Our Lives in Old Saybrook on Saturday, March 24, starting at 2 p.m. at 300 Main St. March For Our Lives was created, inspired, and led by students who will no longer risk their lives waiting for someone else to take action to stop the epidemic of school shootings. March For Our Lives believes the time to take action is now and hopes as … [Read more...] about Join a Shoreline ‘March For Our Lives’ in Old Saybrook
Informational Meeting for New NCL Mom-Daughter Local Chapter Held in Old Lyme
The National Charity League (NCL) is a an organization of mothers and daughters in 7th through 12th grade. The mission of NCL is to foster mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. The NCL is more than a service club or a social club -- it is a well-rounded, three-pillared … [Read more...] about Informational Meeting for New NCL Mom-Daughter Local Chapter Held in Old Lyme
Last Chance to See ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ at Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Hear ye, hear ye! The dates for the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) spring musical are rapidly approaching and the whole community is invited! This year, the Old Lyme Players are tackling the classic comedy Once Upon a Mattress. The musical reveals the untold stories of The Princess and the Pea as the audience discovers that the “lost princess” was actually royalty in the … [Read more...] about Last Chance to See ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ at Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Old Lyme Church Offers Sanctuary to New Britain Couple Facing Deportation
The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) has agreed to offer sanctuary to Malik Nayeed bin Rehman and Zahida Altaf, a married couple from New Britain – working in close conjunction with two human rights organizations, the Keep Rehman & Altaf Home Advocacy Team and the Connecticut Immigrants Rights Alliance (CIRA). The church issued a statement today, which was … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Offers Sanctuary to New Britain Couple Facing Deportation
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Walk Out in Sympathy with Parkland Victims, in Support of Tougher Gun Laws
Despite bone-chilling temperatures, almost every student that was able walked out of Lyme-Old Lyme High School on Wednesday, March 14 -- precisely one month after a lone gunman shot and killed 17 students and faculty with an assault gun at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla. The students gathered on the field outside the high school and stood in … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Walk Out in Sympathy with Parkland Victims, in Support of Tougher Gun Laws
Enjoy a ‘Tavern Night’ Tonight at CT River Museum
On Friday, March 23, the Connecticut River Museum brings back its popular 1814 Tavern Night. This lively 19th century evening will take place at the museum’s historic Samuel Lay House overlooking scenic Essex harbor. The house will be transformed into a candlelit riverside tavern from the War of 1812. The evening includes Heritage Wines and Port Tastings with folklorist … [Read more...] about Enjoy a ‘Tavern Night’ Tonight at CT River Museum
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumnus Arrested After Making “Disturbing” Snapchat Post
A recent graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme High School was arrested early Wednesday evening after posting a comment of Snapchat saying, "no survivors." Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser issued a statement to all parents later the same evening in which he described the comment as "disturbing." He went on to explain in the statement, "While there was no direct threat, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumnus Arrested After Making “Disturbing” Snapchat Post
POSTPONED to 4/10: Chamber Welcomes MCCD as Speaker at Next Dinner Meeting
Join members of the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce at their next Monthly Dinner Meeting at Stella's Restaurant & Pizzeria on Wednesday, March 21. All members, prospective members and other interested parties are welcome. Cocktails and business networking begin at 6 p.m., with a three-course dinner starting at 7 p.m. The cost is $25 per person and the dinner choices … [Read more...] about POSTPONED to 4/10: Chamber Welcomes MCCD as Speaker at Next Dinner Meeting
Letter From Paris: Visit to Franco-American Museum in Blerancourt Sparks Review of Relationship Between the Two
La Fayette nous voilà (La Fayette, here we are) are the famous words General John J. Pershing , commander of the American Expeditionary Forces, is supposed to have pronounced on July 4, 1917 during the commemoration near the tomb of the Marquis de La Fayette at the Picpus cemetery in Paris. The entry of the Americans in World War I was a way to return the favor to the French … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Visit to Franco-American Museum in Blerancourt Sparks Review of Relationship Between the Two
Enjoy Irish Music This Evening at the Old Lyme-PGN Library
Continue to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this evening at 6 p.m. at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library when the Celtic duo of fiddler Jeanne Freeman and singer/guitarist Dan Ringrose will play Irish music for the enjoyment of library patrons. All are welcome, there is no admission fee and no registration is required. Freeman's playing has been described as, "effortlessly … [Read more...] about Enjoy Irish Music This Evening at the Old Lyme-PGN Library
LYSB Hosts Community Forum on Vaping Tonight
Lyme Youth Service Bureau's (LYSB) recent survey shows alarming rates of youth vaping in Lyme and Old Lyme. In response, LYSB will host a Community Forum on Youth Substance Use on Monday, March 19, at 7 p.m. in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School auditorium to learn more about this growing trend that is popular among teens nationwide. This is a rescheduled date due to last week's … [Read more...] about LYSB Hosts Community Forum on Vaping Tonight
Talking Transportation: Citizen Anger About Imminent Transport Funding Cuts Needs to be Directed at Legislature
In recent weeks I’ve been criss-crossing the state talking to folks about our transportation crisis: the proposed fare hikes on trains and buses coupled with service cuts on the branch lines, and the multi-billion spending cuts at CDOT. I call it the “Winter of our discontent” magical misery tour. From Woodbridge to New Canaan, from Old Lyme to West Haven, I’ve talked to … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Citizen Anger About Imminent Transport Funding Cuts Needs to be Directed at Legislature
Family Wellness: Screens, Media and Family Life
The idea for this column came from a LymeLine.com reader, but there is also a general clamor for information about this topic that I am privy to in my work with families. Anna and Rosalie Shalom were the picture of old school, imaginative play in their West Orange, New Jersey, home. The two, 5 and almost 3, labored in harmony at their task, preparing an elaborate pretend … [Read more...] about Family Wellness: Screens, Media and Family Life
A la Carte: St. Paddy’s Day Recipes for Any Day
Remembering St. Patrick’s Day is easy since my second oldest grandchild was born in Massachusetts on the day before St. Patrick’s Day. When we heard that Sydney had peeked into this world early that morning of March 16, we drove as quickly as we could, legally, and were at the hospital, without breakfast, in less than two hours. I had grabbed a few clementines and I peeled … [Read more...] about A la Carte: St. Paddy’s Day Recipes for Any Day