The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) presents Pieter Visscher -- professor of marine sciences at the University of Connecticut and director of the university’s Center for Integrative Geosciences -- speaking on “Lithium in the Andes” at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School on Tuesday, March 21, at 6 p.m. His presentation will explore the ecological, economic and … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents UConn Professor Pieter Visscher Tonight in Old Lyme Speaking on ‘Lithium in the Andes’
Letter From Paris: The Netherlands to the Rescue
Thank goodness for The Netherlands! Their March 15 vote for their House of Representatives was exactly what Europe needed at this point - the reassuring voice of a founding member of the European Community (EU) expressing its belief in Europe while being open to the world. The result was greeted with a sigh of relief by pro-Europeans. It was another sign -- after the … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: The Netherlands to the Rescue
Lyme Art Association Hosts Art Supply Expo, April 8
The Lyme Art Association (LAA) at 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme, Conn., is presenting the first annual Art Supply Expo on Saturday, April 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Art Supply Expo is an opportunity for artists to meet premier art supply vendors, learn about new techniques and materials, see demonstrations, and enjoy discounts and special offers. This event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Hosts Art Supply Expo, April 8
Saybrook Point Inn Installs Comcast Business High Speed Internet Services
Comcast Business today announced that Saybrook Point Inn, a luxury Connecticut inn featuring elegant accommodations, fine dining and premier spa services, is using Comcast Business Ethernet, Internet, Phone and Video offerings to provide guests with high-quality technology services as well as improve inn operations. The privately-owned travel destination is located on the … [Read more...] about Saybrook Point Inn Installs Comcast Business High Speed Internet Services
Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Annual Meeting This Afternoon; Includes ‘CT River Tidal Marshes’ Talk, ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Award
The Old Lyme Land Trust will host its 51st Annual Meeting on Sunday March 19, at the Lymes' Senior Center, Town Woods Rd., Old Lyme. The meeting will begin at 3 p.m. with refreshments, and the public is invited. The Trust will also present the 2017 annual Volunteer of the Year Award at the meeting. This award is given annually to recognize extraordinary volunteer service to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Annual Meeting This Afternoon; Includes ‘CT River Tidal Marshes’ Talk, ‘Volunteer of the Year’ Award
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Notes From Old Lyme: Life on the Marsh and Other Essays’ by Sydney M. Williams
Another neighbor turns to words, to look at where and how we live. Sydney Williams, formerly of Smith’s Neck in Old Lyme and now of Essex, gives us an engaging and thoughtful autobiography and personal peregrination, in fits and starts (brief essays), leading us from Madison, CT and Peterborough, NH, to Massachusetts, New Hampshire again, the U.S. Army, Greenwich, CT, New … [Read more...] about Reading Uncertainly? ‘Notes From Old Lyme: Life on the Marsh and Other Essays’ by Sydney M. Williams
Celebrating her 99th, Mary Vidbergs is Justifiably ‘Queen for a Day’
It may have been one of the coldest days of the year last Sunday, March 12, but nothing was going to stop Mary Vidbergs' family -- one branch of whom lives in Old Lyme , namely the Pfeiffers -- from celebrating the long-time Essex resident's 99th birthday in style. Mary arrived around 11 a.m. at the top of Main Street and was promptly presented with a large bouquet and … [Read more...] about Celebrating her 99th, Mary Vidbergs is Justifiably ‘Queen for a Day’
‘The Sommers Rosenthal Family Band’ Play at Saint Ann’s This Afternoon
Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme welcomes The Sommers Rosenthal Family Band – New England’s finest bluegrass/folk/jazz family band on the scene today -- in concert this afternoon at 5 p.m. Connecticut native, Phil Rosenthal, is known to audiences world-wide as the former lead singer of the seminal bluegrass band The Seldom Scene. He is also highly regarded as a … [Read more...] about ‘The Sommers Rosenthal Family Band’ Play at Saint Ann’s This Afternoon
Dean Appointed Director of Curriculum & Professional Development at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools have announced the appointment of Michelle Dean as the next Director of Curriculum and Professional Development. Dean, who is currently serving as Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Principal, will begin her new position on July 1, 2017. Dean will replace Beth Borden, who is retiring after 17 years with the district and 44 years in the field of … [Read more...] about Dean Appointed Director of Curriculum & Professional Development at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Community Music School Announces Pacheco-O’Donnell as Greenleaf Music Award Winner
CENTERBROOK -- The selection committee for the Carolyn R. Greenleaf Memorial Fund of Community Music School (CMS) has chosen guitarist, vocalist, and pianist as the recipient of the Spring 2017 Carolyn R. Greenleaf Music Award. This award is given each semester to a middle or high school student who has demonstrated exceptional musical ability and motivation. The award is … [Read more...] about Community Music School Announces Pacheco-O’Donnell as Greenleaf Music Award Winner
30 Plunge Into Frigid Sound to Help Save Plum Island
Saturday fundraiser brought together conservationists, students, elected officials A long-planned “polar plunge”-style fundraiser at Old Saybrook Town Beach got a shot of drama from unexpectedly cold temperatures, strong winds, and high waves this weekend. Students from Old Saybrook High School, area officials, and representatives of a regional environmental … [Read more...] about 30 Plunge Into Frigid Sound to Help Save Plum Island
Leif Nilsson to Donate Half Cost of Purchased Artwork to Lyme Land Conservation Trust Thru May 21
Acclaimed artist Leif Nilsson is donating half of the price of any painting in his Spring Street Studio in Chester to the Lyme Land Conservation Trust from now through May 21, 2017. The most convenient way to proceed is to first view his work on the artist’s website and then either visit the studio or contact them by phone at (860) 526-2077 to arrange your purchase. To be … [Read more...] about Leif Nilsson to Donate Half Cost of Purchased Artwork to Lyme Land Conservation Trust Thru May 21
Stella Swoops in with Heavy Snow, High Winds … and then Rain?
Winter Storm Stella is here. The Governor has declared a State of Emergency meaning a statewide travel ban is in effect. Lyme-Old Lyme Schools, Lyme and Old Lyme Town Halls and Libraries, the Lymes' Senior Center and many businesses from the size of Pfizer, Inc. downwards are closed. Events galore have been cancelled, including recycling and trash pick-up in Old Lyme. A … [Read more...] about Stella Swoops in with Heavy Snow, High Winds … and then Rain?
Letter From Paris: The ‘Centre Pompidou’ Turns 40
The Musée National d'Art Moderne (MNAM), better known as the Centre Pompidou - that crazy structure with tubes, exhaust pipes, chimneys and metal rods in bright primary colors - is celebrating 40 years of existence. Its revolutionary architecture oriented toward multidisciplinary activities, which turned it into what virulent opponents called a "supermarket for the arts," … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: The ‘Centre Pompidou’ Turns 40
Musical Masterworks Mixes Mozart Originals with 20th Century Adaptations
Musical Masterworks favorites Jeewon Park, Tessa Lark and Dimitri Murrath join Edward Arron in a performance of Mozart's piano quartets this afternoon at 3 p.m. in the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. Before each quartet, a late twentieth century work by a Soviet era composer will be performed The concert opens with Mozart's String Trio fragment in G Major, K. … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Mixes Mozart Originals with 20th Century Adaptations