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Donation Days for Christ the King’s Rummage Sale Continue Through Saturday

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Organizers promise something for everyone at the Harvest Festival. All photos of past festivals courtesy of Christ the King Church.

OLD LYME–Volunteers at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme are gearing up for the annual Harvest Festival, a family-friendly event offering something for everyone, from Sept. 20 to 21.

Donations Sought

Donations for the King’s Rummage Sale will be accepted Wednesday, Sept. 3 through Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon (except Sunday, Sept. 7) at the church.

Evening hours will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 4, and Thursday, Sept. 11, only.

All items should be in good condition. The church is seeking furniture, housewares, sporting goods, jewelry, artwork, toys, books, CDs/DVDs, tools, linens, and
more.

Organizers will not accept clothes (except for coats), shoes, or textbooks.

For the first time, volunteers will collect winter coats for the St. Vincent de Paul organization.

A complete list of acceptable and unacceptable items can be found here.

Festival Day

Doors will be open Saturday, Sept. 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sunday, Sept. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Festival-goers can begin their day browsing the bargains at the Rummage Sale, where they’ll find housewares and kitchen items, books, CDs and DVDs, holiday decorations, furniture, jewelry, artwork, toys and more.

Organizers promise something for everyone at the Harvest Festival Rummage Sale.

The younger set can try their luck at outdoor games, such as soccer kick, hockey shot and bowling, while their family members bid on creative themed baskets, gift certificates, original artwork, and unique items at the Silent Auction.

Face painting is just one of the activities for children to enjoy.

Organizers advise visitors to come hungry so they can enjoy lunch served up by the Men’s Club while being entertained by local musicians.

Entertainment is on deck at the Harvest Festival, like these performers from the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Select Singers.
These are just some of the tempting treats visitors might find at the Bake Sale.

The festival would not be complete without homemade goodies at the Bake Sale or the pumpkins, mums, and ornamentals available for purchase at the Fall Plants & Produce stand.

On Sunday, the Plant Sale, Silent Auction and Rummage Sale return, with most rummage items marked half price.

Admission to Christ the King’s Harvest Festival is free. The church is located at 1 McCurdy Road.

Lyme Public Hall Hosts George House Tag Sale, Saturday

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Lyme Public Hall is the site of the George House Tag Sale on Sept. 13. Drop-off for donations starts July 23. File photo.

LYME — The Lyme Public Hall has announced the 2025 George House Tag Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Proceeds from this sale support the maintenance of the Lyme Public Hall, Lyme’s Bacdayan Local History Archives, and the Hall’s sponsored programs for the public.

The sale will once again feature quality items and unexpected treasures.

As in years past, Lyme Public Hall relies on the participation of community members to make the sale a success. The Hall will gladly welcome good quality items such as solid wood furniture, tools, antiques, jewelry, housewares, fine china and linens, sporting goods, musical instruments and artwork.

The Hall greatly appreciates the community’s support.

Lyme Grange Hosts Toy Tag Sale, Saturday

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LYME—The Lyme Grange will be having its second annual Toy Tag Sale alongside the Lyme Public Hall event on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will support the maintenance and preservation of the Grange Building and the Fairgrounds along with supporting future programs for the public.

The sale will focus solely on children’s toys and games, Since the Public Hall does not normally accept these items, the Grange will be collecting and offering these items again this year.

As with the Public Hall, the Grange relies on the participation of community members to make these sales a success. For further infromation, email Lymegrangect@gmail.com.

All Welcome to Celebrate Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Volunteers, Saturday

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Volunteers of all ages have helped the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden grow. Earlier this year, Eco Warriors from Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School uncovered cabbage in the garden at Town Woods Park.

OLD LYME–On Saturday, Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m., the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) will celebrate its volunteers in an end-of-season gathering at Town Woods Park. 

All are welcome to the free event, which includes sandwiches and drinks. Salads and desserts are welcome but not essential.  

LOLFSG in a press release said the nonprofit group this year donated more than 3,700 pounds of produce to the United Way and the Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries. The bounty adds up to more than 12,000 pounds delivered since 2022. 

“Garden volunteers come in many varieties,” the group said. “On-site gardeners show up on cold and damp March days, hot and humid July days and on glorious weather days in any month. They plant, weed, harvest, manage pests, fertilize, innovate, problem-solve and so much more.”

Other volunteers publicize the work of the garden, foster community relationships, fundraise, donate money, inspire new volunteers and perform many other tasks, according to the group.  

“As a fully volunteer nonprofit organization, it all matters and it is all appreciated,” organizers said. “Please help us celebrate!”

The Lyme Old Lyme Food Share Garden is located at 26 Town Woods Rd behind the field house and playground.

‘Bound for the Sound’ Road Race Takes Place Sept. 20, Benefits Old Lyme Fire Dept. & Auxiliary

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Runners of all abilities and ages enjoy competing in the ‘Bound for the Sound’ road race. LymeLine file photo.

OLD LYME—The Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) and Auxiliary will host the Bound for the Sound Road Race on Sept. 20.  The race offers events for all ages and skill levels, including a 10K, 5K, and a 1-mile Family Fun Run.  

The races begin and end at historic Sound View Beach, finishing at the end of Hartford Ave. by the flagpole and beach. The 5K is very flat and fast. The 10K is mostly flat with some gently rolling hills. Post-race food and drink is included in the race entry.

Sign up for the race at this link. Volunteers are also needed and can sign up at the same link.  

Course maps and other details are available at the run signup page or follow the OLFD on Facebook at this link.

Proceeds benefit the OLFD Auxiliary, supporting department activities to maintain the camaraderie and dedication of members and supplement emergency response.

For more information on sponsorship, volunteer, or other support opportunities, contact president@olfd.org