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Child & Family Hosts Tour of Lyme Kitchens Today

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The Lyme/Old Lyme Auxiliary of the Child and Family Agency of Southeastern Connecticut hosts “Kitchens of Lyme,” a tour of six beautifully appointed kitchens, on Saturday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explore the area along quiet country roads of Lyme with views of Hamburg Cove and the Connecticut River. You will see a balance of “whimsy” and “wow” in the use of space in … [Read more...] about Child & Family Hosts Tour of Lyme Kitchens Today

Explore ‘Art in Nature’ This Weekend

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An 'Art in Nature Weekend' is being held at the Lymes' Senior Center starting Friday  evening at 5 p.m. and running through Sunday at 2 p.m.  A "Blooming Art Exhibit, Silent Auction and Sale" continues through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  A Family Trail Hike starts at 9:30 a.m. from the Center and a family Landscape Painting Class with Florence Griswold Art Educator … [Read more...] about Explore ‘Art in Nature’ This Weekend

Old Lyme VNA Announces Scholarship Winners

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This year eight graduating seniors shared the Old Lyme Visiting Nurse Association Scholarship. The award winners are: Kristina Cain, a Nursing/Health Science major at the University of Connecticut Emily Czarnecki a Nursing major at the University of Connecticut Jenna Duxbury a Health Science/Physician’s Assistant major at University College Dublin Chelsea Evankow a … [Read more...] about Old Lyme VNA Announces Scholarship Winners

Old Lyme Historical Society Concludes Another Successful Year

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During the tenth annual meeting on June 9, the Old Lyme Historical Society members celebrated a wide variety of accomplishments in their new home at 55 Lyme Street. The officers, framed by a display of old photographs and the 1920s stage backdrop, thanked the Board of Trustees, the membership and the community for their support in making it possible to purchase the historic … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Concludes Another Successful Year

Courtney Staff Host Office Hours in Old Saybrook

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Today, Thursday, June 19, representatives from US Congressman Joe Courtney's office will be at the Action Library, 60 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook from 12 to 2 p.m.  Members of Courtney's staff will be available to take questions or concerns on any issue of importance, and to work with constituents who may be having issues with a federal agency. As part of an effort to … [Read more...] about Courtney Staff Host Office Hours in Old Saybrook

Nibbles: Lee on Life, Lemon Cake and Lids … Well, Canisters Actually

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My kitchen is starting to look like as kitchen, but not like the kitchen I had before. I am not complaining.  The kitchen in Old Lyme was created by me and my husband.  As always, it was the first room to be finished.  It was two rooms and a hall.  It was dark and applianced in harvest gold.  The counter was Formica or faux Formica (is that an oxymoron?)  The floor was … [Read more...] about Nibbles: Lee on Life, Lemon Cake and Lids … Well, Canisters Actually

Hadlyme Hall Hosts Big Band Sound of ‘String of Pearls’, June 25

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Join a fun evening on Wednesday, June 25, at 7 p.m.when  the "String of Pearls" orchestra performs their big band sound at the Hadlyme Public Hall. This is a free event, but donations for the band are greatly appreciated. Bring you own food, beverages, etc. The Hall is located at 1 Day Hill Rd. in Hadlyme on the corner of Ferry Rd. and Day Hill. For more … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Hall Hosts Big Band Sound of ‘String of Pearls’, June 25

Last Call for Seats to Tanglewood, July 20

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Only three seats remain for the Tanglewood Trip on Sunday July 20, sponsored by The Friends of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony. Joshua Bell, noted violinist, will be performing Lalo’s Symphonie espagnole for Violin and Orchestra. Rouse’s Rapture is the opening piece and Beethoven’s incomparable Symphony No. 5 closes the concert.  The Boston Symphony Orchestra’s new Music … [Read more...] about Last Call for Seats to Tanglewood, July 20

Old Lyme’s Luanne Rice Receives Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Award

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On the heels of the paperback release of  The Lemon Orchard, Old Lyme resident and bestselling author Luanne Rice has been honored with a prestigious award from the state of Connecticut for excellence and lifetime achievement as a literary artist. Rice received the 2014 Connecticut Governor’s Arts Award in the Literary Arts category during a ceremony in New Haven on June 14. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Luanne Rice Receives Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Reefer Sanity: Seven Great Myths About Marijuana Exploded at CT College, Tomorrow

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Ledge Light Health District, along with seven substance abuse prevention coalitions throughout Connecticut, including the Lyme-Old Lyme Community Action for Substance Free Youth Coalition, presents "Reefer Sanity: Seven Great Myths about Marijuana" with Dr. Kevin Sabet. This forum will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, June 17, at 9 a.m. at Connecticut College in New London. … [Read more...] about Reefer Sanity: Seven Great Myths About Marijuana Exploded at CT College, Tomorrow

Lyme House Fire Started by Dust in Computer

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A serious fire started occurred at a private home at 108 Hamburg Rd. in Lyme last Thursday evening. Flames were raging out of the second floor window when fire department vehicles arrived around 8:30 p.m. The fire marshal's office has now determined that the cause of the fire was the failure of the cooling system in an older desktop computer.  On Friday, they opened up the … [Read more...] about Lyme House Fire Started by Dust in Computer

Op-Ed: Coyotes in Town, Be Vigilant, Learn How To Respond

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Our thanks to Joan Bozek of Old Lyme for sharing this important information with LymeLine readers. My 55-pound yellow Lab, Holly, was charged by two coyotes at 9 a.m. yesterday morning. We were on our daily walk at the junction of the Lord's Meadow and Lord's Woods subdivisions in northern Old Lyme when the coyotes charged across the lawn of one of the houses onto the … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Coyotes in Town, Be Vigilant, Learn How To Respond

Doggie Fun-Zone Day in Old Saybrook Today Benefits Injured Veteran, OSHS Grad

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There will be a “Doggie Fun Zone” in Old Saybrook yoday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Clark Memorial Field (Fireman’s Field on Elm St.).  The Fun Zone is a maze that each dog races through while chasing an object - no experience needed.  Additionally, there will be vendors and other dog-focused activities. This event is a fundraiser for Sgt. David Tupper, an Old Saybrook … [Read more...] about Doggie Fun-Zone Day in Old Saybrook Today Benefits Injured Veteran, OSHS Grad

High Hopes Fundraising ‘Symphony’ is Tonight; Features Orchestra New England

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Get ready for a night at the movies that you’ll never forget when High Hopes presents Symphony, a night of glamour and cinematic favorites featuring Orchestra New England playing popular movie themes from Star Wars, Batman, Titanic and more this evening at High Hopes in Old Lyme. In addition to the concert, the evening will include elegant dining and an auction fundraiser … [Read more...] about High Hopes Fundraising ‘Symphony’ is Tonight; Features Orchestra New England