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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.

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.

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.

Both Old Lyme Soccer Teams Lose to East Hampton Opponents

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OLD LYME/EAST HAMPTON— Both Lyme-Old Lyme soccer teams were defeated Thursday by their respective East Hampton opponents.

Playing at home, the boys lost 5-1 with Ian Maeby scoring the lone goal assisted by Elliot Dunn-Sims. Sam Edmed made 10, saves for the Wildcats and Liam Mccormick added another. 

Scoring for East Hampton were Colin Marshall (2), Sebby Woodson, and Luke Davidson (2) with assists by Colin Marshall and Sebby Woodson. Shane Ruggiero made four saves for the Bellringers. 

Old Lyme boys are now 1-0-1 overall and 0-0-1 in the Shoreline Conference.

Playing away at East Hampton, the girls lost 2-0 with Grace Osborne in goal making six saves.

East Hampton’s goals came from Hadley Galovich and a Wildcat own goal. Cassie Owocki made three saves.

Old Lyme girls are now 0-2 overall.

LYSB Helps Bring Suicide Prevention to Baldwin Bridge; Launch Event Planned on Old Lyme Side of Bridge, Sept. 19

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OLD LYME–Two local groups with a focus on children and families have partnered to help save lives on the Baldwin Bridge. 

The Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and Old Saybrook Youth & Family Services (OSYFS) in a press release this week announced the installation of suicide prevention and mental health resource signs on both sides of the bridge. 

Organizers said the project was motivated by the actions of Connecticut State Police Sgt. Ashley Harkins and Sgt. Matthew Belz in December 2023. That’s when the troopers responded to the bridge to help a woman who had climbed from the pedestrian sidewalk over the metal safety fencing and was precariously seated on a 5-inch ledge, according to state police. 

Harkins and Belz were successful in convincing the individual to come back over the railing to safety.

The signs offer resources to those who need support, including a QR code to take people directly to a website that can help them in the moment. 

OSYFS Director Heather McNeil, who is a mental health professional, said it’s important to have support within reach when people feel the most distressed and vulnerable. 

“The thought of taking one’s life can sometimes be an impulsive decision, and if we can interrupt that thought process with information about how to get help, it may save a life,” McNeil said. 

The project was introduced to LYSB Director Mary Seidner, who was instrumental in moving this forward. 

“We reached out to OSYFS, met with SERAC (Southeastern Regional Action Council), learned the steps of how to receive permission to install signage through the DOT, and things began to fall into place,” she said. “Our goal is simple but vital: to create a prevention resource where people can clearly follow steps to seek help.” 

The campaign includes community events, training programs, support networks, and partnerships with mental health professionals to ensure no one faces their struggles alone.

McNeil identified connection as the primary prevention tool.  

“Suicide is preventable, and with the right tools, education, and compassion, we can make a meaningful difference,” she said. 

A public launch event will be held Friday, Sept. 19, at 11 a.m. on the Old Lyme side of the Baldwin Bridge sidewalk approach, featuring guest speakers and mental health resource booths. The public is encouraged to attend.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline or text “HELLO” to 741741 for free, confidential support at any time.