The Lyme Art Association (LAA) hosts American Waters: A Marine Art Exhibition; Purely Pastel, and Celebrating Lyme’s Beauty will run concurrently with American Waters in sequential shows. Visitors of all ages can enjoy American Waters, the LAA's summer exhibition of work by the country’s premier maritime artists, which is on view in the LAA’s sky-lit galleries through Aug. … [Read more...] about LAA Hosts Two New Exhibitions, ‘American Waters’ and ‘Purely Pastel’
Discover the “Art of Growing Food” with Celebrated Author Ellen Ecker Ogden, Today; Benefits Child & Family
Are you tired of tasteless tomatoes, half-ripe honeydews, or limp lettuce? Do you worry what else might be on the produce you purchase at grocery stores? If you’ve considered growing your own food so it will be fresh, natural, and ready when you want it (without a trip to the store!), then spend an afternoon with acclaimed food and garden writer Ellen Ecker Ogden, who will … [Read more...] about Discover the “Art of Growing Food” with Celebrated Author Ellen Ecker Ogden, Today; Benefits Child & Family
Climate Forum on Resiliency Initiatives Scheduled in Old Lyme, Saturday
Three 'Climate Change' forums related to Old Lyme's beach communities’ strengths and vulnerabilities have been organized by the Environment Committee of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme in loving memory of Richard Blair. The Town of Old Lyme is also sponsoring the forums and all the forums will be held in the Old Lyme Town Hall. Speakers will be limited to 40 … [Read more...] about Climate Forum on Resiliency Initiatives Scheduled in Old Lyme, Saturday
DMV, Municipal Officials Ask Residents to Check Motor Vehicle Tax Bills
The Department of Motor Vehicles, the Connecticut Association of Assessing Officers and the Connecticut Tax Collectors Association today asked residents receiving motor vehicle tax bills to review them carefully to ensure the correct information is listed on the bills from their municipalities. DMV and municipal officials are taking this pro-active approach to check bills … [Read more...] about DMV, Municipal Officials Ask Residents to Check Motor Vehicle Tax Bills
Carney, Linares Host Post-Session Legislative Report, Office Hours This Evening at Lyme Library
Sen. Art Linares and Rep. Devin Carney are hosting a Post-Session Legislative Report at the Lyme Public Library’s Community Room Tuesday evening, June 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. All are welcome. Both legislators will be available to answer questions about state government and discuss major issues defining the 2015-16 legislative session. For more information and updates, … [Read more...] about Carney, Linares Host Post-Session Legislative Report, Office Hours This Evening at Lyme Library
Cappella Cantorum Present Men’s Chorus Concert in Old Lyme, June 26
Cappella Cantorum presents a Men’s Chorus Concert, Sunday, June 26, at 7:30 pm, the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme at 2 Ferry Rd. Old Lyme, CT 06371. The music will include When the Saints Go Marching In, Guys & Dolls Selections Order My Steps, Men of Harlech, Ride the Chariot, For the Beauty of the Earth, Barbershop Favorites and Va Pensiero. Tickets are $20 at … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Present Men’s Chorus Concert in Old Lyme, June 26
Cappella Cantorum Present Men’s Chorus Concert in Guilford, June 18
OLD SAYBROOK -- Cappella Cantorum Men’s Chorus presents its annual concert on Saturday, June 18, at 8 p.m., at Christ Episcopal Church, 11 Park St., on the Guilford Green. The music will include “For the Beauty of the Earth,” “Rutter,” selections from “Guys & Dolls,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” “Men of Harlech,” “Ride the Chariot,” “Va Pensiero” and “When the Saints Go … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Present Men’s Chorus Concert in Guilford, June 18
Students Celebrate Smallness of Their Town but Greatness of Their Class in Lyme-Old Lyme High School Commencement Ceremony
UPDATED 06/12: In a ceremony held under a warm sun and clear, blue skies, 99 students received their Lyme-Old Lyme High School diplomas Friday evening. Honor Essayist Alex Bellas reminded the class that everything they had done over the past four years "has been leading you right here, to this very moment." He went on to mention the extraordinary bond the class … [Read more...] about Students Celebrate Smallness of Their Town but Greatness of Their Class in Lyme-Old Lyme High School Commencement Ceremony
Witness For Peace Concert to be Held in New London Today
A distinguished gathering of musicians and speakers will present the inaugural Witness For Peace concert, which has been re-scheduled to Sunday, June 12, from 12 to 3 p.m. . The concert will take place at New London's Hempstead Houses, at 11 Hempstead Street, in conjunction with the annual Juneteenth Day Celebration held there. The concert is being sponsored by St. Francis … [Read more...] about Witness For Peace Concert to be Held in New London Today
Lymes’ Senior Center Art Exhibit at Old Lyme Town Hall on View Through July 31
This afternoon, the Town of Old Lyme opens its first ever art exhibition in Memorial Town Hall at 52 Lyme Street. There will be a reception with refreshments from 3 to 5 p.m. on the Friday in the foyer of the town hall's meeting room to which friends and family members of the artists and the general public are welcome. There is no charge for admission. The 24 works on view … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Art Exhibit at Old Lyme Town Hall on View Through July 31
Summer Sculpture Showcase 2016 at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds Hosts on View Through Sept. 13
Gilbert Boro, owner and sculptor at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme, will host an Opening Reception for Summer Sculpture Showcase 2016 this coming Friday, June 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend the outdoor reception at which light refreshments will be served. Guests will be free to explore the expansive sculpture gardens and view the more than 100 … [Read more...] about Summer Sculpture Showcase 2016 at Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds Hosts on View Through Sept. 13
Falstrom of Lyme Exhibits with Three Artist Friends at Guilford Free Library
Four Connecticut artists will be exhibiting for the month of June in the Meeting Room of the Guilford Free Library at 67 Park St., Guilford, CT. The artists are Angie Falstrom of Lyme; Cheryl Kling of Branford; Janet Romanowski of Hebron; and Roxanne Steed of Mystic. The exhibition will be on view Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. … [Read more...] about Falstrom of Lyme Exhibits with Three Artist Friends at Guilford Free Library
Legal News You Can Use: What Parents of Teens and Tweens Should Know About Social Media
Sponsored Post: Social media has forever changed our society. Nowhere is this shift more prevalent than in the arena of parenting. The exponential growth of the internet generally, and social media specifically, has created relatively uncharted territory for parents of teens and “tweens.” According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), 22 percent of teenagers log on … [Read more...] about Legal News You Can Use: What Parents of Teens and Tweens Should Know About Social Media
Comment Period on Draft NE Regional Ocean Plan Open Through July 26
The Northeast Regional Planning Body (RPB) has released the draft Northeast Regional Ocean Plan for public review and comment. The only public comment meeting in Connecticut was held in Old Lyme June 8. Details of other meetings throughout northeastern states can be found at this link. Several years of public engagement, scientific study and data analysis, and collaboration … [Read more...] about Comment Period on Draft NE Regional Ocean Plan Open Through July 26
Area Legislators Hold Legislative Update in Old Saybrook This Evening
Rep. Devin Carney and Senators Art Linares and Paul Formica will host a Legislative Update on Wednesday, June 8, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Saybrook Point Pavilion, 155 College St., Old Saybrook to discuss the 2016 legislative session, which ended on May 4. They will also discuss the current status of the state budget. All are welcome to attend. For additional information, … [Read more...] about Area Legislators Hold Legislative Update in Old Saybrook This Evening