OLD LYME -- Sandra Jean Garvin Cameron (Sandy Garvin) passed away peacefully on January 2nd, 2023, at Middlesex Hospital at 72 after a brief and unfair battle with cancer. Sandy was raised in Old Lyme, Connecticut, where she had lived for most of her life. She was born on May 12th, 1950, to H.P. “Perry” and Adeline “Pete” Garvin. Sandy was, among many things, an incredible … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Sandy (Garvin) Cameron of Old Lyme; Acclaimed Artist, Owner of Garvin Studio in Old Lyme
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Death Announced of Cecile Behlers Schoales of Old Lyme: Children’s Book Illustrator, Duck River GC Member
OLD LYME -- Cecile Behlers Schoales, age 81, wife of Richard Ames since 2003, of Old Lyme, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, at her home with her family by her side ... Cecile graduated from Rhode Island School of Design. She was a children's book illustrator retiring in Old Lyme, and was a member of the Duck River Garden Club ... In lieu of flowers, memorial … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Cecile Behlers Schoales of Old Lyme: Children’s Book Illustrator, Duck River GC Member
Fun, Food, Finds at Christ The King’s ‘Harvest Festival,’ This Morning
OLD LYME -- Volunteers at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme are gearing up for the return of the annual Harvest Festival, a family-friendly event offering something for everyone. This year’s festival continues on Sunday, Sept. 18, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. What will you find at Christ the King’s Harvest Festival? Bargains and treasures at the huge King’s Rummage … [Read more...] about Fun, Food, Finds at Christ The King’s ‘Harvest Festival,’ This Morning
Old Lyme’s Rowing Program Sees Three of Its Own Selected to US Team for 2022 World Championships in Czech Republic
OLD LYME -- Three rowers with strong Old Lyme connections have been selected for the US roster for the 2022 World Rowing Championships, which are scheduled to be held Sept. 18-25 in Račice, 25 miles north of Prague in the Czech Republic. Liam Corrigan, whose parents have now live in Lyme after spending many years in Old Lyme, has been selected for the US Men's Eight … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Rowing Program Sees Three of Its Own Selected to US Team for 2022 World Championships in Czech Republic
A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Editor's Note: We send warmest congratulations to our longtime contributor Tom Gotowka and his wife Christina on their Golden Wedding anniversary. Christina and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary this past July 22nd, and that’s gold. In preparation for the event, I spent some time reminiscing about those years, and I am sharing some of my thoughts in this “View,” … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival is Today! View Full Schedule of Events Taking Place at Various Locations Along Lyme Street
OLD LYME -- After a two-year hiatus, Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival is back! This celebration of art, music, food and family fun will be in full swing today offering events throughout the day at a variety of locations along Lyme Street from 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. Things start up again at 7:30 p.m. tis evening when the Old Lyme Town Band gives a concert at 7:30 p.m., which … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival is Today! View Full Schedule of Events Taking Place at Various Locations Along Lyme Street
Death Announced of David William O’Donnell of Old Lyme; Brother of Scott, Graduate of OL High School
OLD LYME -- David William O'Donnell of Old Lyme passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at Middlesex Hospital. He leaves behind his wife Linda; a brother Scott O'Donnell ... and two nephews, Owen and Adein O'Donnell. David was born in Keene, N.H., the son of Carol Rose and Andrew O'Donnell. At age 10 he moved to Old Lyme. He graduated from Old Lyme High School, and joined the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David William O’Donnell of Old Lyme; Brother of Scott, Graduate of OL High School
Happy Midsummer’s Day! Old Lyme Celebrates Summer Solstice with ‘Make Music Day,’ This Evening
OLD LYME – A popular live music stroll along Lyme Street, Make Music Old Lyme, returns Tuesday, June 21, 2022 from 5 to 7 p.m. An international celebration of free music for all, the Old Lyme Arts District is producing the town’s event in conjunction with the Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition and the MusicNow Foundation. As in previous years, the Make Music Old … [Read more...] about Happy Midsummer’s Day! Old Lyme Celebrates Summer Solstice with ‘Make Music Day,’ This Evening
Remembering Graham Nelson Raynolds of Hadlyme
Editor's Note: An informal Memorial Service celebrating Graham Raynold’s life and memory will be held on Saturday, June 18, at 11 a.m. at one of his favorite spots: the picnic area on the bank of the Connecticut River just north of the Hadlyme Ferry landing. All are welcome, please bring a folding chair if you need one. IN MEMORIAM - Graham Nelson … [Read more...] about Remembering Graham Nelson Raynolds of Hadlyme
Death Announced of William Haynes Kelly, Jr., 53; Son of Haynes & Sally of Old Lyme, Member of LOLHS Class of 1986
MELROSE, MA -- It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Haynes Kelly Jr. (Will) [on April 21, 2022], 53 years old, of Melrose, MA. Will is survived by his two children, who were the center of his world, Alex and Paige Kelly, as well as his parents, Haynes and Sally Kelly of Old Lyme, CT, his former wife Stacey Arrigo Kelly, also of Melrose, MA, his … [Read more...] about Death Announced of William Haynes Kelly, Jr., 53; Son of Haynes & Sally of Old Lyme, Member of LOLHS Class of 1986
Essex Savings Bank Announces 2022 Community Investment Program Ballot Results, High Hopes of Old Lyme Takes #8 Spot
ESSEX, CT - Essex Savings Bank has announced the results from its recent customer voting efforts in the Bank’s Community Investment Program (CIP). The balloting portion began Feb. 1, and concluded Feb. 28. The program, which is now in its 27th year, entitles the Bank’s customers to select up to three charities from this year’s list of 74 qualified non-profit organizations. … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces 2022 Community Investment Program Ballot Results, High Hopes of Old Lyme Takes #8 Spot
Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
NIANTIC -- Diane Fanelli McCue of Niantic passed away at home surrounded by her family on the afternoon of April 7, 2022. Diane was 79 years old. She was born Jan. 18, 1943, in Hartford, the daughter of William and Giovanna (Jean) Milanese Fanelli. Diane graduated from Bulkeley High School in Hartford in 1960, and attended Albertus Magnus College and Connecticut College … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
Death Announced of Veteran Writer, Traveler John Guy Laplante; Longtime Contributor to LymeLine
It is with great sadness that we share news of the death of our beloved friend and longtime contributor to LymeLine, John Guy Laplante. I first met John when we were both working at the now-shuttered Main Street News in Essex. He wrote an enormously popular column titled Senior Moments and brought an always interesting and often alternative perspective to our lively, Monday … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Veteran Writer, Traveler John Guy Laplante; Longtime Contributor to LymeLine
Old Lyme Resident Hartmann’s Company, Elm Tree Communities, Breaks Ground on Upscale, 56-Unit Development in Haddam
"We welcome Mr. Hartmann and Elm Tree Communities' new Blueway Commons development as an integral part of the [economic] growth [that Haddam is experiencing.]" (Haddam First Selectman Robert McGarry) OLD SAYBROOK -- Last Friday, Dec. 10, Elm Tree Communities (ETC) announced that it had broken ground on Blueway Commons, an upscale, 56-unit multifamily community in Haddam, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Resident Hartmann’s Company, Elm Tree Communities, Breaks Ground on Upscale, 56-Unit Development in Haddam
Florence Griswold Museum Presents ‘Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives’ Through Jan. 23
OLD LYME -- The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Connecticut, presents Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives, on view through Jan. 23, 2022. Currier & Ives was a prolific printmaking firm based in New York City in the 19th century. Founded by Nathaniel Currier in 1834 and expanded by partner James Merritt Ives in 1856, the firm produced millions of … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Presents ‘Revisiting America: The Prints of Currier & Ives’ Through Jan. 23