Monthly Archives: September 2017

Musical Masterworks Opens New Season, Oct. 21-22

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Artistic Director Edward Arron will emcee the first Musical Masterworks concerts on Oct. 21 and 22.

As Musical Masterworks opens its 27th season of chamber music, the organizers are pleased to be introducing a number of internationally-acclaimed new artists to this series, as well as welcoming back Musical Masterworks veterans, such as Chee Yun on violin, Todd Palmer on clarinet and Jeewon Park on piano.

The season’s first concerts are Saturday, Oct. 21, at 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 22, at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, an acoustically rich venue for chamber music. 

Edward Arron, Musical Masterworks Artistic Director, described how special the series is to him, “I take great comfort knowing that, after all of these years, Old Lyme, Conn., remains a sanctuary for the magnificent art of chamber music.  As time passes, I feel more strongly than ever that the arts are an indispensable part of a healthy society, and a necessary escape from the constant distractions of the fast-paced world in which we live.”

Musical Masterworks’ season runs October 2017 through April 2018.  To purchase a series subscription ($150 each), a mini-subscription ($100 each) or individual tickets ($40 individual; $5 student), visit Musical Masterworks at www.musicalmasterworks.org or call 860.434.2252.

‘Community Connections’ Hosts, ‘A Stronger Nonprofit Starts with a Stronger Board,’ Today: All Welcome

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Nancy Brennan will discuss the components of an effective, working board to improve your organization’s fundraising, communications and outcomes

Nancy Brennan

Community Connections has announced that the speaker at their next meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 27, will be Nancy Brennan, who serves as Senior Vice President and Regional Director of the National Executive Service Corps (NESC.)  Brennan’s talk, ‘A Stronger Nonprofit Starts with a Stronger Board,’ relates to a critical topic for all non-profit organizations.

No board is perfect, but understanding the necessary components to building boards that work effectively will improve the likelihood of success at your nonprofit. Without a strong board, a nonprofit’s fundraising, communication and outcomes can be stymied. Brennan will discuss the ABC’s of basic nonprofit board governance, including some of the roadblocks to a high-functioning board, and examples of how strong nonprofit boards have chosen to successfully address these issues. Leave with ideas to help improve your nonprofit board.

The Community Connections luncheon will be held at the Old Lyme Country Club, 40 McCurdy Rd., Old Lyme from 12 to 1:30 p.m.  All are welcome but advance registration is required.  Walk-ins will be accepted if space permits.  There is a $25 charge, which includes lunch.  Register online at http://www.LOLCommunityConnections.org or by contacting Tina Birkic at 203-249-4642 or tinabirkic@gmail.com

Community Connections was founded in September 2014, Community Connections is a network for local organizations to explore collaboration opportunities for the enhancement of the Lyme-Old Lyme community.  All area organization leaders and volunteers are welcome to join the group.  Luncheons are held three times per year and attended by up to 80 people representing more than 50 organizations. For more information, visit LOLCommunityConnections.org

Editor’s Notes:
i) the National Executive Service Corps, founded in 1977, is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit with a mission to strengthen and empower the management of nonprofit organizations, schools and government agencies by providing high-quality, affordable consulting services. Serving nonprofit organizations throughout Connecticut, New York and New Jersey for over 40 years, NESC has completed over 2,000 consulting projects for over 1,200 nonprofits of all sizes, helping them to deal effectively with their challenges and to capitalize on their opportunities.

ii) Nancy Brennan is NESC Senior Vice President & Regional Director.  She leads NESC’s Central Connecticut office based in Hartford. Opened over 20 years ago, the Hartford office has successfully assisted hundreds of local nonprofits, with over one third of clients being repeat customers. Recent clients include: CT Association of Boards of Education, Connecticut Historical Society, Archdiocese of Hartford, CT Association of Senior Center Personnel, NAMI CT, Montessori School of Greater Hartford, Columbus House and the Eastern Highlands Health District. Prior to joining NESC five years ago, Brennan served in executive leadership positions at Citigroup and at Hartford Financial Services Group. She has served on numerous nonprofit boards. She can be reached at nbrennan@nesc.org.

Duck River Garden Club Presents “Off With Their Heads” Program at First Meeting of Year, Monday

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The Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) hosts its first meeting of the year Monday, Sept. 25, at Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall starting with a  “Welcome Back!” Social at 6:30 p.m.  Gather prior to 6:30 p.m. in the parking lot behind the town hall for the Annual Members’ Tailgate Plant Exchange.  Bring divisions and/or surplus indoor or outdoor plants to share with others.

At 7 p.m., Michael A. Russo, owner, “farmer-florist” and creative force of Trout Lily Farm located in North Guilford, will give the evening’s program, titled, “The Cutting Garden” or alternatively, “Off With Their Heads.” Members of the public are welcome to attend the presentation.

Photo by Kyle Ellefson on Unsplash

Does the idea of having a garden full of fresh blossoms, vines, and branches available to decorate your home or a client’s throughout the year entice you?  If so, this presentation will provide you with the information necessary to plan, manage, and create your own cutting garden.

Russo will give his suggestions on favorite annuals, perennials, shrubs, bulbs, and vines to plant in your own “workhorse” of a garden, intended to provide a continuous bounty of botanical material for your creative floral endeavors. Resources for obtaining seeds, bulbs, and plants will also be provided for starting your own cutting garden.
The DRGC Business Meeting will be held at 8 p.m.

Music Now Foundation Hosts Sunset Soiree Fundraiser This Evening at Griswold Point

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Enjoy the beautiful sunset from Griswold Point at tonight’s Sunset Soiree hosted by the Music Now Foundation.

Music Now Foundation hosts its second annual Sunset Soiree Fundraiser at beautiful Griswold Point in Old Lyme Saturday, Sept. 23, from 4 p.m. Come out to support the initiatives of Music Now, while you enjoy beautiful water views, a great meal, and live musical performances by talented young artists until sunset.

The Sunset Soiree will be held on the grounds of Griswold House.

Ticket cost is $50 for adults and includes food, beer, wine and soft drinks. There will also be a vegetarian option offered. Youth ticket cost is $20.

The MusicNow Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 charitable organization based in Old Lyme CT. Its mission is to engage, enrich, and inspire young aspiring artists by providing performance opportunities, workshop programming and mentorships thereby nurturing creative and artistic growth and supporting the development of live music in our communities.

For more information about MusicNow, visit www.musicnowfoundation.org

Old Lyme Soccer Girls March On Undefeated

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Paul Gleason’s Old Lyme soccer girls defeated Old Saybrook 3-0 at home today. Lydia Tinnerello was first to score and Mya Johnson followed up with two goals. There were no assists.

Emily Rivera was in goal for Old Lyme and had two saves. Kelsey True was in net for Old Saybrook with six saves.

Old Lyme is 6-0-0 overall and 3-0-0 in the Shoreline.

The following are brief reports from each game that has contributed to the Wildcats’ current unbeaten record.

On Wednesday, Old Lyme defeated East Hampton 4-0 at Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Kaylee Armenia had two goals, Maddie Ouellette had two goals and one assist, while Caroline Wallace added an assist.

Emily Rivera was in net for Old Lyme with three saves and Emma Cook was in net for East Hampton, also with threee saves.

Old Lyme defeated Westbrook at Westbrook High School last Friday, Sept. 15, 6-0. Mya Johnson was the first to score in the first half with an assist from Maddie Ouellette. Ciara Klimaszewski scored three goals; one in the first half unassisted and two in the second half assisted by Britney DeRoehn and Colleen Walsh. Grace Lathrop scored unassisted in the first half and Maddie Ouellette scored unassisted in the first half.

Emily Rivera and Emma McCulloch were in goal for Old Lyme with one save each.

On Sept. 12, Old Lyme defeated Morgan 2-0 at Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Maddie Zrenda scored the first goal assisted by Mya Johnson in the first half. Emily DeRoehn scored the second goal in the second half assisted by her sister Brittany DeRoehn.

In goal for Old Lyme was Emily Rivera who had seven saves. In goal for Morgan was Rebecca Cockley with nine saves.

Go Wildcats!