NEW BRITAIN—On Wednesday at Willowbrook Park in New Britain, the Lyme-Old Lyme Wildcats won their first ever Class S Track and Field championship in program history notching a convincing grand total of 76 points. Thomaston High School came in second with 58 points and Coginchaug took third place with 55. More to follow on this story … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Girls Win First State Class S Track and Field Title in Program History
‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony to be held Tomorrow in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme
'Juneteenth' Celebration with Jazz & Poetry Slated for June 22 OLD LYME – 'Witness Stones Old Lyme' will expand its project in 2024 to honor 10 enslaved persons, who labored in the Town of Lyme—historically known as North Lyme. Ten new Witness Stones—historical plaques commemorating the lives of enslaved African Americans—will be placed in late May at the Lyme … [Read more...] about ‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony to be held Tomorrow in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme
‘Tour de Lyme’ Takes Place Sunday, Benefits Lyme Land Trust; Online Registration Open Through Tomorrow
LYME -- The 11th annual Tour de Lyme is happening again on Sunday, June 2. For competitive riders, this is a chance to warm up for the cycling season ahead. For others, it provides a wonderful occasion to pedal through Lyme and enjoy the surrounding countryside. If you are a mountain biker, this is an opportunity to ride through private lands open only for this event. Everyone … [Read more...] about ‘Tour de Lyme’ Takes Place Sunday, Benefits Lyme Land Trust; Online Registration Open Through Tomorrow
Saint Ann’s Hosts Author Presentation on Henri Matisse, Sunday; All Welcome
OLD LYME—On Sunday, June 2, at 4 p.m., Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church hosts a presentation by the Reverend Charles Miller on his new book The Spiritual Adventure of Henri Matisse in the Griswold Room at Saint Ann's Miller will discuss Matisse’s groundbreaking design work on the Dominican Chapel of the Rosary in Vence, France, which is explored in both narrative and full color … [Read more...] about Saint Ann’s Hosts Author Presentation on Henri Matisse, Sunday; All Welcome
Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!
OLD LYME— Yesterday morning, the big question was, "Is it on?" The weather was not being entirely co-operative and no one was sure if Old Lyme's traditional Memorial Day parade would happen. But the man in charge, Tony Hendricks, made his decision ... and what a great one it was! He said that, despite the inclement weather, the parade must go on ... The Old Lyme Board … [Read more...] about Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors Celebrate Graduation with Car Parade Through Old Lyme, June 6
OLD LYME -- Continuing the highly successful tradition started in 2020 when a full graduation ceremony could not be held at Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) due to COVID-19 restrictions, a car parade will be held Thursday, June 6, through Old Lyme to celebrate the graduating seniors of 2024. The graduation ceremony itself will be held the following day, Friday, June 7, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors Celebrate Graduation with Car Parade Through Old Lyme, June 6
Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Wins State Championship
'Learn to Row Day' Slated for Saturday at Rogers Lake, All Welcome OLD LYME —On May 19, was your quiet Sunday evening interrupted by a cacophonous police escort of two school buses to the Fred Emerson Boathouse? It was the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) crew celebrating yet another success at the Connecticut Public School State Championships. The Fred Emerson … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Wins State Championship
‘Old Lyme Inn’ Awarded Top Honors Statewide for ‘Affordable Elegance’ by Yankee Magazine
OLD LYME — In its 2024 Connecticut Travel Guide to Best Restaurants, Hotels & Things to Do, Yankee Magazine has given top honors to the Old Lyme Inn in its Connecticut Classic Lodging section for Affordable Elegance. The magazine notes, "You’ll have the Florence Griswold Museum, Lyme Art Association, and Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center for neighbors when you check … [Read more...] about ‘Old Lyme Inn’ Awarded Top Honors Statewide for ‘Affordable Elegance’ by Yankee Magazine
Letter to the Editor: Gravel Pit Concerns ‘Very Real’, Perhaps ‘Emblematic of Culture of Old Lyme?
To the Editor: Thank you, Mr Caron [regarding you letter dated May 22, published on LymeLine.com.] These concerns [re the gravel pit along the Three-Mile River located at 308-1 Mile Creek Rd. in Old Lyme] are very real, and the neighbors of this property are suffering economic, environmental and disturbances to the peace on our properties.The 1984 (!) noise ordinance in Old … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Gravel Pit Concerns ‘Very Real’, Perhaps ‘Emblematic of Culture of Old Lyme?
Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, Expansion Project Kicks Off With Celebratory Groundbreaking-UPDATED
"In short, the Center is being used more frequently by more people than at any point in its history" David Lahm, Lyme First Selectman OLD LYME—10:40am Names added to photo captions: More than a hundred people turned out Monday to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the renovation and expansion of the Lymes' Senior Center. Local dignitaries including State Senator Norm … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, Expansion Project Kicks Off With Celebratory Groundbreaking-UPDATED
Death Announced of Richard J. Leary, 92; Father of Martha Quaratella of Old Lyme
Richard J. Leary, 92, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024 surrounded by family. He was the beloved husband of the late Winifred M. Leary. He was born on November 12, 1931. He and his sister Judith were raised by a single Mom, Elizabeth (Deegan) Leary, in Waterbury, CT. They lived in a large and loving multigenerational household with his grandmother “Muzzy” and many aunts … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard J. Leary, 92; Father of Martha Quaratella of Old Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Gravel Pit Continues to Raise Concerns Regarding Noise, Public Health, Environment, Property Values, and More
To the Editor: As of May 15th, the permit for the gravel pit [along the Three-Mile River located at 308-1 Mile Creek Rd. in Old Lyme] has expired but the disregard and disrespect for the Town's regulations and Commissions is ongoing as the work has not stopped, and additional equipment is being brought in. The machine delivered Saturday [May 18] is a large-scale, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Gravel Pit Continues to Raise Concerns Regarding Noise, Public Health, Environment, Property Values, and More
‘The Farmers Market’ at Tiffany Farms in Lyme Opens Saturdays for the Season
LYME, CT—On Saturday, May 25, The Farmer's Market at Tiffany Farms in Lyme opens for the 2024 season from 9 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. Asked by LymeLine.com for her thoughts as to why the market has become such a success, co-founder Jennifer Tiffany responded by email saying, “The Farmers Market at Tiffany farms is the perfect opportunity to embrace Lyme's appreciation for … [Read more...] about ‘The Farmers Market’ at Tiffany Farms in Lyme Opens Saturdays for the Season
Join a ‘Hikers’ Happy Hour’ at Old Lyme Inn, Optional Guided Hike Precedes Event, June 5
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, June 5, another “Hikers’ Happy Hour” will be held sponsored by the Old Lyme Open Space Commission, the Old Lyme Land Trust and the Old Lyme Inn. Meet at the entrance of Ames Family Open Space off Evergreen Trail at 4:15 p.m. to join this guided hike. Seeing a Nehantic tribal cave will be a highlight on this short, flat trail. After the hike, … [Read more...] about Join a ‘Hikers’ Happy Hour’ at Old Lyme Inn, Optional Guided Hike Precedes Event, June 5
The Movie Man: No Film Festivals Likely for ‘Unfrosted’ but it’s Still “Amusing, Captivating … Worth the Watch”
Jerry Seinfeld’s Unfrosted, a non-canonical biopic of the invention of the pop-tart, contains a star-studded cast (led by Seinfeld, Melissa McCarthy, and Jim Gaffigan … along with cameo after cameo from A-list entertainers) that goes full-on ridiculous in this outrageous campy satire of The Sixties, and guarantees constant laughs throughout. For the record, I doubt this … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: No Film Festivals Likely for ‘Unfrosted’ but it’s Still “Amusing, Captivating … Worth the Watch”