Monthly Archives: October 2017

‘Pour for a Pup’ at New Reynolds’ Building in Lyme Tonight Raises Funds for CT Pound Pups

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Renee DiNino and friend.

LYME — Reynolds’ Subaru will be hosting Pour for a Pup event Saturday, Oct.14, to help support the Connecticut pound pups. The event will take place in Reynolds’ brand new state of the art facility. All are welcome.

This charity event will have wine and beer tastings from Tony’s Package Store and Staehly’s Farm, Tito’s has offered to provide cocktail tastings, fun auction items will be available, Best of Everything Country Gourmet will be catering the event, and DJ Boppers will be providing music.

Vice president of the CT Animal House, Jude Levin, states “Pour for a pup, yep that’s right! Come join us for a fun night with a wine and beer tasting, delicious food, awesome DJ “Boppers”, and the beautiful and gracious Renee DiNino who will be our Mistress of Ceremonies. All proceeds go directly to help the CT Pound dogs in need.”

The event will take place 6:30 to 10 p.m. at Reynolds’ Subaru, 268 Hamburg Rd., Lyme CT.

To purchase your tickets at $35 per person, come to Reynolds’, Malloves Jewelers, or visit www.ctanimalhouse.org.

SECWAC Hosts Political Scientist, Foreign Policy Expert Tonight to Discuss, ‘Trump Foreign Policy’

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Johns Hopkins University political scientist Michael Haltzel, PhD, will deliver remarks on the foreign policy of the Trump administration, Friday, Oct. 13 in Old Lyme.

The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) presents Johns Hopkins University political scientist Michael Haltzel, PhD, who will deliver remarks on the foreign policy of the Trump administration on Friday, Oct. 13, at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Auditorium, located at 53 Lyme St, Old Lyme, CT 06371. A reception will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by the presentation at 6 p.m.. Walk-in attendance is $20.

Dr. Haltzel is Foreign Policy Institute Senior Fellow at the Center for Transatlantic Relations, the School of Advanced International Studes, Johns Hopkins University. He received a B.A. magna cum laude with honors in history from Yale, an M.A. in Soviet Studies and a Ph.D. in history, both from Harvard, and also studied in Berlin, Marburg, and Helsinki. He speaks German and Russian, and is the author or editor of 10 books on European history and international relations, and a frequent contributor to American and European newspapers, journals, and the electronic media.

He capped a distinguished career in public service from 1994 to 2005 as senior foreign policy advisor to then-Senator Joseph R. Biden, Jr., and Staff Director of the Subcommittee on European Affairs of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. As lead Democratic Senate staffer on NATO and Balkan policy, he co-led the bipartisan ratification of two rounds of NATO enlargement (1998; 2004) and was deeply involved in U.S. policy in the Croatia, Bosnia, and Kosovo campaigns.

In 2009-10, Haltzel was appointed Head of the U.S. Delegations to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe’s (OSCE) review conferences in Warsaw, Copenhagen, and Vienna, and headed the U.S. delegation to the OSCE’s 2009 Human Rights Conference in Warsaw. He has also served as director of West European studies at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, deputy director of Aspen Institute Berlin, and Chief of the European Division of the Library of Congress.

This presentation is a part of the SECWAC annual Speaker Series of up to 10 events held between September and June. SECWAC meetings are free to members; membership is $75 per year, or $25 to young adults under 35. The general public (non-members) is welcome for $20, and meetings are free for area college and high school students. Following the presentation, SECWAC members are invited to join Dr. Haltzel for a dinner at the Old Lyme Country Club; dinner is $35 and must be reserved in advance (by Tuesday, Oct. 10) via email at info@secwac.org.

The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council is a regional, nonprofit, membership organization affiliated with the World Affairs Councils of America. Their mission is to foster an understanding of issues related to foreign policy and international affairs through study, debate and educational programming. The organization provides a public forum for dialogue between our members and experts on foreign relations at up to 10 events per season between September and June. Membership information is available at secwac.org.

Shoreline Sewing Company Shares A Common Thread with New London Adult Education English Language Learners

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Participants in the recent sewing ‘Notebook’ project led by Deb Alvord of the Shoreline Sewing Machine Company in Old Saybrook proudly display their handiwork: front row, left to right: Zanaib Hbaish, Amal Khilo, Fahima Jemmo, Lee Park, Ren Hu, Borgia Colon, Deb Alvord. Peter Alvord stands in the back row.


Deb and Peter Alvord, owners of The Shoreline Sewing Machine Company in Old Saybrook recently offered their time, talent and sewing materials to English Language Learners at New London Adult & Continuing Education (NLAE.)

Deb Alvord, an expert sewer, quilter and instructor presented a sample ‘Notebook’ cover project, which six students from South Korea, Dominican Republic, Syria and China replicated using four sewing machines plus a special edging machine. Peter Alvord was also on hand to assist and otherwise repairs sewing machines.

As adults, these international students come to the United States with a great deal of expertise. However, they are often limited in their expression because of a lack of English. This sewing exercise enabled these students, with significant background in tailoring, embroidering, and design to be emboldened and express themselves when words are often difficult.

The point of this collaboration was to build upon existing knowledge and strength of non English speakers to segue into practical English learning.

For more class offerings at both organizations, visit www.shorelinesew.com and www.newlondonadulted.org. 

Editor’s Note: Andrea Fenton, the author of this article, is a resident  of Old Lyme and an English Language Teacher at NLAE.

‘Meet the Candidates’ Night for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen is Tonight

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The Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce will host a ‘Meet the Candidates for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’ night on Thursday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m. in the Meeting Hall of Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall, 52 Lyme St., Old Lyme.  All are welcome.

First Selectman candidates Bonnie A. Reemsnyder (D, incumbent) and Jude Read (R), and Selectmen candidates Mary Jo Nosal (D, incumbent) and Chris Kerr (R) will offer prepared remarks and answer questions posed by Paul Choiniere, Editorial Page Editor of The Day.  Olwen Logan, Publisher/Editor of LymeLine.com and President of the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce, will be event moderator.

Questions/topics for the candidates may be submitted for consideration in advance to editor@lymeline.com or email@lolcc.com or mailed to Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 4152, Old Lyme, CT 06371.  Questions must be received by Friday, Oct. 6.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 7.  Polls at Cross Lane Firehouse in Old Lyme will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Absentee ballots are available now through the Old Lyme Town Clerk.

See ‘Faerieville USA’ at Flo Gris Museum Through Oct. 29

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Children delight in the fun and whimsical creations while adults marvel at the creatively conceived and handcrafted works of art.

The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Conn., presents Faerieville USA: In and Around a Wee Faerie Town on the grounds of museum’s campus through Oct. 29. It was announced on Friday that although the Museum and grounds will be open tomorrow, Columbus Day, the special events scheduled for the day –  the Quirky and Creative Artisan Faire and parade led by the Chester Fife and Drum – have now been moved to Sunday, Oct. 22, due to the inclement weather forecast for Monday.

Visitors follow their map of Faerieville to 31 hand-crafted faerie scenes. Visitors will stroll along Wee Faerie Boulevard and marvel at the quintessential small-town features such as the wee faerie bakery, library, and flower shop. There’s everything faeries need to live, work, and play. This annual event has come to signify an enriching, not-to-be-missed outing for visitors of all ages.

This year’s Wee Faerie Village is the ninth of the Museum’s annual outdoor creative installations. Challenged to create their scenes using natural materials, most artists work for at least six months on their creations.

Erica Mann, a preschool teacher who resides in Pomfret, Conn.is fashioning the Faerieville Elementary School and Athletic Park for this year’s Wee Faerie Village. She says she’s enjoying thinking back to her favorite memories on a playground and them imagining how those old favorites could be constructed from natural materials like sticks, bark and moss.

A first-time contributor to the Village, Mann states, “I want to create a space that the littlest of faerie folk would love. Being a teacher myself, it is so perfect that I am creating the Faerieville Elementary School. I am designing a magical little place that I would want to teach if only I could shrink down and become one of those wee faeries!”

Wee faeries always welcome!

Artists are selected from across Connecticut and a few from outside the state. This year, students from Deep River Elementary School, Haddam-Killingworth High School, and the Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication (New London) returned to participate in the event. New to the artists’ roster this year are students from Pleasant Valley School in South Windsor, who are contributing the Faerieville Art Museum.

A special feature of Faerieville is Sand-topia, a small city made entirely of sand. Sand sculptor Greg Grady transforms a seven-ton pile of very dense, flat-grained sand into an intricate marvel-worthy mini metropolis.

Special Events

As part of its Wee Faerie Village exhibition, adults and families with children can enjoy a month of faerie-themed activities. Events include, parties, performances, book discussions, and craft activities. Many events are included in Museum admission. Visit www.FlorenceGriswoldMuseum.org for a complete list.

Sundays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29

Every Sunday in October from 11am to 5pm visitors can drop in for Americana-inspired hands-on projects. A different project each week. Program is included in Museum admission.

Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 9
These events have now been postponed to Sunday Oct. 22, due to the inclement weather forecast for Monday, Oct. 9

The Museum will open on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Faerie dance lessons begin at 11:30 a.m. At noon, Chester Fife & Drum Corps will lead visitors in a parade through Faerieville. Wings, crowns, tiaras, and Americana attire are encouraged. Hands-on crafts from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., shop for artful objects created by local artisans and crafters inspired by the faerie realm. This quirky and creative artisan fair is a special one-day, pop-up event at the Museum. Program is included in Museum admission.

Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 5:30 p.m.

Join artist Maureen McCabe and gallery owner Jeff Cooley at the Cooley Gallery, 25 Lyme Street, Old Lyme for an intimate artful conversation about the work in The Fantastical Art of Maureen McCabe and Ersnt Von Maydell, a gallery show inspired by the fantastical artwork of Baron Ernst von Maydell (German, b. 1884). Cooley is a longtime collector of the fairy-filled images and McCabe created a new body of work inspired by the Baron’s whimsical paintings. A light reception concludes the event. The Fantastical Art of Maureen McCabe and Ersnt Von Maydell is on view at the Cooley Gallery October 7 through November 12, 2017.

Saturday, Oct. 14

From 11am to 4pm visitors can enjoy Faerieville’s Farm Day and Pumpkin Patch Party. Wonder through the pop-up barnyard and impromptu pumpkin patch. Meet Gemini the calf, Poppy the goat, Shasta the donkey, and hens Idina and Girdy before choosing and decorating the perfect pumpkin. Animals are visiting from Wounded Eagle Farm in Canterbury. Pumpkins, gourds, and other fall produce for sale by the Davis Farm of Norwich. Apples for sale from Haywood Farm in New Hartford.

Saturday, Oct. 21
From 11am to 4pm Leslie Evans, Director of the Avery-Copp House Museum, offers a drop-in presentation on the historic use of herbs in attracting or distracting faeries, protection from witches, or controlling others emotions (ie. love potions). Participants discover the “magical” property of these herbs before creating their faerie amulet sachet. Herb-infused snacks and beverages will be available for tasting. Program is included in Museum admission.

Saturday, Oct. 28

Visitors will have Halloween fun from 11am to 4pm with treats and hands-on crafts. Visitors are encouraged to dress up as faeries from around Faerieville (a butcher, a baker, a candlestick maker) to march in the Cavalcade of Costumes Parade. Parade begins at 12noon. Craft-bag prizes for all participants. Program is included in Museum admission.

The Museum is located at 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT, exit 70 off I-95. The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm with extended hours on Sunday from 11am to 5pm. The Museum will open on Columbus Day, Monday, October 9 from 10am to 5pm. Admission during the exhibition is $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, $13 for students, $5 for members. Children 12 and under are free thanks to the support of an anonymous donor. Admission includes the outdoor walking tour of the faerie village as well as the Florence Griswold House, Chadwick Studio, Rafal Landscape Center and the Krieble Gallery with three special exhibitions.