Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of four), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing … [Read more...] about “The 39 Steps,” Zany Spoof of Hitchcock Movies, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Singers Invited to First ‘Summer Sing’ of the Season: Mozart’s “Requiem” on June 13
OLD SAYBROOK — The first ‘Summer Sing of the season' will feature Barry Asch of Cappella Cantorum directing Mozart's “Requiem” on Monday, June 13, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 56 Great Hammock Road, Old Saybrook. The event, which features professional soloists, is co-sponsored by two shoreline choral groups, Cappella Cantorum and Con Brio. All singers are welcome to … [Read more...] about Singers Invited to First ‘Summer Sing’ of the Season: Mozart’s “Requiem” on June 13
They’re Everywhere! All About Gypsy Moth Caterpillars — Advice from CT Agricultural Experiment Station
The potential for gypsy moth outbreak exists every year in our community. Dr. Kirby Stafford III, head of the Department of Entomology at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, has written a fact sheet on the gypsy moth available on the CAES website. The following information is from this fact sheet. The gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar, was introduced into the US … [Read more...] about They’re Everywhere! All About Gypsy Moth Caterpillars — Advice from CT Agricultural Experiment Station
Old Lyme Middle School Student Wins National Award in C-SPAN Video Contest
C‑SPAN’s award-winning, 45-foot customized bus rolled into Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School's (LOLMS) parking lot on Friday, May 20, with two C-SPAN Community Relations Representatives on board. They had arrived to participate in a ceremony honoring eighth grader Daisy Colvin for her award-winning entry in C‑SPAN’s annual student video documentary competition, StudentCam. The … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Middle School Student Wins National Award in C-SPAN Video Contest
No Parade in Old Lyme, but Ceremony Inside Still Full of Memorial Day Spirit
Despite the wet weather causing the cancellation of Old Lyme's traditional parade, more than 100 people still turned out for the Memorial Day ceremony held in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School's auditorium this morning. William Appleby, Commander of American Legion Post 41 was Master of Ceremonies. Old Lyme Fire Department Chaplain Mervin F. Roberts gave a thought-provoking … [Read more...] about No Parade in Old Lyme, but Ceremony Inside Still Full of Memorial Day Spirit
Old Lyme’s Memorial Day’s Parade is CANCELLED! Alternate Ceremony to be Held at 11am in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
We have received word from Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder that the Memorial Day parade in Old Lyme has been cancelled due to the anticipated inclement weather. A ceremony will, however, be held in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School auditorium at 11 a.m. to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts around the world. Also, winners of the American … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Memorial Day’s Parade is CANCELLED! Alternate Ceremony to be Held at 11am in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
Old Lyme Artist Featured in Exciting, Experimental ’Free Range’ Exhibition at the Hygienic
An exciting, new exhibition titled ‘Free Range’ opens at the Hygienic Art Gallery in New London this evening, May 28, with a reception from 7 to 10 p.m. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend the reception. The mixed media exhibition features the work of five young Connecticut artists, who are fundamentally experimental in their work style, materials and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Artist Featured in Exciting, Experimental ’Free Range’ Exhibition at the Hygienic
Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is CANCELLED … Will NOT Start at 11am Monday
05/29, 8:08pm: The parade has been cancelled due to inclement weather. See separate post for details. Old Lyme’s Annual Memorial Day observance will be held on Monday, May 30. A grand parade will start promptly at 11 a.m. at the Lyme Street Fire Station and proceed via Lyme Street and McCurdy Road to the Duck River Cemetery for a memorial service. Invocation and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is CANCELLED … Will NOT Start at 11am Monday
‘Witness for Peace’ Concert Held Memorial Day in New London
The inaugural Witness For Peace concert will be presented on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, 10 a.m., at New London's Soldiers and Sailors Memorial, at the corner of State and Bank Street. Sponsored by St. Francis House and local members of Veterans For Peace, the concert is in support of the peace vigil which has been lead by Cal Robertson in New London for more than three … [Read more...] about ‘Witness for Peace’ Concert Held Memorial Day in New London
Letter to the Editor: Thank You From Organizers of Literacy Volunteers April Fool’s Race
To the Editor: The 9th Annual Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore April Fool's Race benefitting tutoring programs for area residents came in like spring this year. A little slow on the starting blocks but run in beautiful weather and finishing with a kick. Racers from all over New England and as far away as Minnesota participated in the festivities to help commemorate the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Thank You From Organizers of Literacy Volunteers April Fool’s Race
A Night to Remember for Old Lyme: Boys and Girls Win Lacrosse Shoreline Championships
More photos now added. In an extraordinary evening of skill and strength; grit and guts; and dexterity and determination, both the boys and girls Old Lyme High School lacrosse teams crushed their respective rivals so convincingly that there was never really any doubt about the result. The Old Lyme goals were so prolific on both teams that many in the large crowd at the … [Read more...] about A Night to Remember for Old Lyme: Boys and Girls Win Lacrosse Shoreline Championships
In a First for Old Lyme HS, Sweitzer Named All-American for Girl’s Lacrosse
Sloane Sweitzer is having quite a lacrosse season! Last week she found out she was the first girl in Lyme-Old Lyme High School's (LOLHS) history to be named an All-American. Yesterday, she learned she had been named the Shoreline Conference Player of the Year for 2016, and also made 1st Team All-Conference for 2016. Sweitzer's coach, Emily Macione, told LymeLine.com, … [Read more...] about In a First for Old Lyme HS, Sweitzer Named All-American for Girl’s Lacrosse
Old Lyme Boys, Girls Play Double Header in Shoreline Lacrosse Championships Tonight
In what promises to be a really exciting afternoon going into evening, the Old Lyme girls and boys teams will compete consecutively today for their respective Shoreline Lacrosse Championships at Connecticut College. The second-seeded boys face off against No. 4 Morgan at 5 p.m. Old Lyme will be defending their title against Clinton-based Morgan, whom they have beaten twice … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys, Girls Play Double Header in Shoreline Lacrosse Championships Tonight
Law Enforcement Officers to Carry Torch for Special Olympics Across CT, June 8-10
The 30th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut will take place Wednesday through Friday, June 8 through 10, in communities across the state. Officers will volunteer their time to serve as torchbearers and carry the Special Olympics “Flame of Hope” through their towns and cities to raise awareness and funds to benefit Special Olympics athletes and … [Read more...] about Law Enforcement Officers to Carry Torch for Special Olympics Across CT, June 8-10
Old Lyme’s Hack Will Row at Rio! US Men’s Eight Wins Olympic Qualifying Race in Lucerne
The US Men's Eight with Old Lyme's Austin Hack as stroke was victorious in a thrilling Olympic qualifying race yesterday in Lucerne, Switzerland. This win books the crew's ticket to Rio -- way to go, Austin and Team USA! We reprint below a section of a report on today's races from worldrowing.com. Read the full report at this link. Men's Eight (M8+) - Final In 2004 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Hack Will Row at Rio! US Men’s Eight Wins Olympic Qualifying Race in Lucerne