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Old Lyme Property Transactions, 8/12/25

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Editor’s Note: Read the first installment of our newly revived Property Transactions section published July 29 at this link.

8/6: 65 Boston Post Road, Danielle Lord of Belchertown, MA, to Timothy Howes and Tiffany Howes, $375,000. 

8/4: 5 Hartford Ave., Sebastian Blaize Woolnough of Clinton to Timothy Kudelchuk and Taylor Squeglia, $582,500. 

7/31: 80-1 Lyme St., Gilbert V. Boro of Brooklyn, NY, to the Henry Ward Ranger Development Organization LLC of Old Lyme, $1,800,000. 

7/30: 6-10 Vista Drive, Eastport LLC to Cove Realty Trust, $3,197,152. 

7/30: 1 Enterprise Drive, EPW-1 LLC to Cove Realty Trust, $2,395,947. 

7/28: 69 Brookside Ave., Frank A. Tomaro of Wethersfield to TMAR LLC of Old Lyme, $55,000. 

7/28: 72 Gorton Ave., Anthony A. Tomaro Trust of Wethersfield to Samson LLC of Old Lyme, $400,000. 

7/28: 18 Hartung Place, Anthony A. Tomaro Trust of Wethersfield to Pinsker LLC of Old Lyme. 

7/25: 318 Billow Road and 319 Brightwater Road, First Capital Realty LLC of Darien to John Bourgoin and Theresa Marie Bourgoin of Berlin, $465,000. 

7/25: 23 Hefflon Farm Road, Estate of Rino Vitali to Dale M. Chick, $965,000.

7/24: 15 Hawks Nest Road, Estate of Christine Grem to Emily K. Dimmock of Old Lyme, $642,000. 

7/23: 435 Shore Road, Roger Zito of Old Lyme and Wendy A. Zito of New London to Daniel J. Schildt, $1,000,000. 

7/17: 30 Smith Neck Road, Dinah Martin Lefkowitz of New York, NY, to Cliff Kye and Jesse MacDonald, $2,090,000.

7/1: 10 Glover Ave., Gregory A. Schrafft of Niantic and Frank L. Schrafft of Old Lyme to Sweetwater Building and Management LLC of Old Lyme, $75,000.

South Lyme Union Chapel Celebrates 125 Years Sunday

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The South Lyme Union Chapel on Mile Creek Rd. celebrates its 125th anniversary on Sunday.

OLD LYME—The South Lyme Union Chapel will hold a 125th anniversary celebration this Sunday, Aug. 10. All are welcome.

Visitors to the chapel at 308 Mile Creek Road are invited to enjoy hot dogs, salads, dessert and beverages from noon to 2 p.m. There will be opportunities to learn about the area as it existed when the chapel was dedicated in 1900, and for kids to participate in a rock painting activity. 

The event is free, but donations will be accepted.

For more information, call 860-434-1200. 

South Lyme Union Chapel Celebrates 125 Years

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The South Lyme Union Chapel on Mile Creek Rd. celebrates its 125th anniversary on Sunday.

OLD LYME—The South Lyme Union Chapel will hold a 125th anniversary celebration this Sunday, Aug. 10. All are welcome.

Visitors to the chapel at 308 Mile Creek Road are invited to enjoy hot dogs, salads, dessert and beverages from noon to 2 p.m. There will be opportunities to learn about the area as it existed when the chapel was dedicated in 1900, and for kids to participate in a rock painting activity. 

The event is free, but donations will be accepted.

For more information, call 860-434-1200. 

I-Park Hosts Open Trails & Music Aug. 9

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An I-Park visitor explores Vision on the Pond by sculptor Foon Sham. Photo courtesy of Christina Goldberg for I-Park.

EAST HADDAM—On Saturday, Aug. 9, I-Park, the artists-in-residence program nestled in the woods, invites the public to engage with international artists, wander over the expansive system of trails with environmental art installations and enjoy live music.

I-Park’s Open Trails & Music event takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visitors will receive a trail map of more than 40 environmental art installations integrated into I-Park’s meadows, woodlands and waterways.

Most trails are gentle and well-marked, allowing for a relaxed, self-paced visit that can last as little as 45 minutes or stretch into several hours. Guests are welcome to bring a picnic basket and unplug in the natural haven.

The Midnight Anthem will take the stage from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Known for its soulful sound and genre-blending style, the trio music mixes country, folk, rock, punk, and Americana into a performance that resonates across generations.

Local Honey Acoustic – described as a slightly sweeter spin on the River Valley’s beloved Local Honey Project – will play from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. The duo of Erin Smith and Abe Wilson features acoustic guitar, harmonies and hand percussion.

The family-friendly outdoor event will also include a nature-themed scavenger hunt and an interactive drawing table for children and adults alike.

Advance reservations are recommended, though walk-ins may register at the Welcome Table upon arrival. A $10 per adult is suggested. 

Meet the Artists: 

Jonathan Newman is a talented composer blending classical forms with pop, blues and jazz influences. His dynamic compositions are performed by orchestras and ensembles from around the world. His works are renowned for their emotional accessibility and rhythmic energy.

Sophia Sobers is a visual artist integrating sound and public art in urban and natural spaces. Her practice investigates the intersection of technology and nature, creating immersive environments that invite quiet contemplation.

Emily Gui is an interdisciplinary artist focused on climate, consumerism and ethical tension. Her work spans printmaking, installation and sculpture – often using salvaged materials to underscore the complexities of environmental responsibility.

Alice Miceli is a Brazilian photographer examining landscapes shaped by trauma and environmental degradation. She is internationally recognized for long-term projects that employ experimental photographic techniques to visualize the invisible aftermath of conflict and catastrophe.

Lilliam Rivera is an award-winning author of nine books spanning young adult, middle grade and graphic fiction. Rivera’s stories often center on Latinx identity, girlhood and resilience – and she is celebrated for her ability to blend speculative fiction with deeply grounded emotional truth.

Steven Pestana is a conceptual artist creating immersive environments that challenge perception. His work combines sculpture, performance and digital media to explore themes of uncertainty, belief, and the limits of understanding.

I-Park’s community engagement initiatives this year are supported by grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation and the Community Foundation of Middlesex County.

TOP STORY: Lyme-Old Lyme Senior Softball Team Defeated by Mid-Atlantic in Final World Series Game

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And off they go. Spirits were high as the Lyme-Old Lyme Senior Softball team took their places on their coach-bus for the ride down to Delaware.

LYME/OLD LYME—UPDATED 8/1: Sadly, the girls were defeated 14-2 Monday evening by Delaware on Monday evening and 12-1 by Asia-Pacific on Tuesday evening. Today the team played Southwest at 9:30 a.m. this morning and lost 22-3. In their final game, the girls were defeated 7-3 by Latin America.

Congratulations to the Lyme-Old Lyme Seniors softball team as they set off to compete in the Softball World Series!

The team. of 14 girls aged 13-16 —10 of whom are from Old Lyme with the remainder coming from Westbrook and Deep River — will represent the East Region in the Little League Senior Softball World Series in Lower Sussex, Delaware.

The girls posed for a team photo before departure.

A rousing send-off took place this morning at Lyme-Old Lyme High School as the girls set off in their quest for victory.

Parents, relatives and friends of team members came to wish the girls good luck and show their support for the team.

The Old Lyme Police and Fire Departments joined the Deep River Fire Department to form a convoy with sirens blaring to lead the the team to the highway.

An Old Lyme Police Department vehicle led the convoy accompanying the team bus as it exited Lyme-Old Lyme High School.

Lyme/Old Lyme Little League on social media announced the dates and times for next week’s games on ESPN+. Watch parties will be held at The Stumble Inne, the league said.

  • Monday vs. Delaware at 6 p.m.
  • Tuesday vs. Asia-Pacific at 8 p.m.
  • Friday vs. Southwest at 9:30 a.m.
  • Friday vs. Latin America at 12 p.m.

We wish the players and coaches the best of luck in Delaware!

Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to include details of the send-off for the team on Saturday morning.