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Monthly Archives: June 2013
Repairs to Leaking Rogers Lake Dam in Old Lyme Expected to Begin Soon
Repairs to the Rogers Lake Dam are “imminent” and a construction start date will be set soon, according to First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder. The town is finalizing the details for the repair project for the leaking dam and construction will begin this month. Click to read the full story by Kimberly Drelich and published in The Day on June 18.
Friends of Lyme Library Announces Founding Board
Newly-elected Friends of Lyme Library Board members are,from left to right, Anne Clement, Secretary, Adrienne Brennan, President, Ellen Fennema, Publicity, Judy Davies, Web Master, Bonnie Nuzum, Treasurer and Mary Mazur, Vice-President
The Friends of the Lyme Library was officially formed on June 4. During the meeting, officers were elected and bylaws were adopted.
If any readers would like to become a Friend of the Library, membership applications can be picked up at the Lyme library. The fee is $20 annually.
Additional information can be found by emailing lymelibraryfriends@gmail.com
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Scholar Athletes Recognized at Shoreline Conference Ceremony
The Lyme-Old Lyme High School Scholar Athlete honorees gather for a photo during the ceremony at Old Saybrook High School.
Twenty four Lyme-Old Lyme High School students were honored at the 24th Annual Shoreline Conference Scholar Athletes Awards held at Old Saybrook High School, June 10. This award is presented to students who have both a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better and been recognized as First Team All-Conference or First Team All-State athletes.
Each athlete must also be at least a sophomore, have no failing grades for the academic period in which he or she is honored as all-conference and be of good standing in the community.
This year’s recipients are: (by sport)
Soccer: Hannah Behringer, Agatha Forstein and George Logan
Crew: Jackson Bennett, Liam Corrigan,Richard Gaudet,Philip Hallwood, Andrew Pittman,Graham Richartz,William Scherer and Joshua Swanski
Lacrosse: Meredith Britton
Indoor Track: Jack Castonguay,Cole McKnight,Stuart Ross and Alison Scott
Cross Country: Ross Golebiewski and Abigail Guitar
Baseball: Sawyer Gregory and Michael Mann
Football: Frederick Harrison
Swimming: Veronica Lee
Basketball: George Logan
Volleyball: Paige Palenski
Outdoor Track: Alison Scott and Jared Stanland
Social Connections Offers Host of Activities for Singles Through August
Social Connections is a social club for singles in Connecticut with non-profit 501(c) status from the IRS. The Club’s goal is to give singles the opportunity to meet new people, have fun, and network. Read a listing of all the group’s varied activities through August.
JULY 14 (Sunday) SINGLES BLOCK ISLAND DAY TRIP. Come join a fun day and lunch on the island. Meet at the ferry at 2 Ferry Street, New London at 8 a.m. for high-speed ferry, round trip ticket $45. To reserve seat, call ferry at 855-256-2547. For information, call Gail at 860-582-8229 or 860-434-6426. Sponsored by Social Connections.
JULY 21 (Sunday) SINGLES WALK & LUNCH at the Dinosaur State Park, 400 West Street, Rocky Hill at 11:00 am. There is an exceptional display of early Jurassic fossil tracks plus many other artifacts from over 200 million years ago. Attendees will go into the exhibit center first, admission $6. Then walk on the more than two miles of nature trails and finally go to lunch at a nearby restaurant. For information, call Gail 860-582-8229. Sponsored by Social Connections.
JULY 26 (Friday) SINGLES DINNER EVENING at Dakota’s, 1489 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill at 6:30 pm. This will be a fun night and an opportunity to meet old and new friends. They have delicious food and a nice atmosphere. Come for a fun evening. To reserve, call Gail at 860-582-8229. Sponsored by Social Connections.
AUGUST 9 (Friday) SINGLES HAPPY HOUR at La Boca’s Mexican Restaurant, 337 Main Street, Middletown starting at 5 p.m. Come after work in the lounge for a great time and mingle with old and new friends. It’s a nice way to end the work week. There is no charge. For information, call Gail 860-582-8229. Sponsored by Social Connections.
AUGUST 17 (Saturday) SINGLES SUMMER BEACH PARTY at Gail Fuller’s beach cottage at 46 Swan Avenue, Sound View, Old Lyme starting at 2 p.m. This is always a great time. You can visit, hang out, or walk on beach. For the picnic, bring a salad, side dish, or dessert. Admission $10. To reserve, call Gail in Bristol 860-582-8229 or Old Lyme 860-434-6426. Sponsored by Social Connections.
AUGUST 25 (Sunday) SINGLES WALK and LUNCH in Boardwalk area at Baptist Lane, Niantic at 11 am. Walk along the ocean’s edge and listen to the waves. Come for a lovely Sunday morning walk and then lunch. No charge for walk. For information, call Gail 860-434-6426 or 860-582-8229. Sponsored by Social Connections.