Past Events

Mindful Movement Forest Bathing

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Turtle Rock by Wendy Hill
Date: Sat August 6, 2022
Time: 9:30-11:00 am
Place: Banningwood Preserve, 19 Town Street, Lyme CT
Contact Email: regan@reganstacey.com
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

 

Nourish the mind, body, and spirit in nature. Enjoy mindful movement and gentle yoga as we wake up the body for this guided forest bathing session. Invitations to engage with nature through our senses will be offered along the way. The walk concludes with a wild-foraged tea.

The walk is about 1-mile over easy to moderate terrain. Banningwood Preserve

Registration: $32 ~ includes the program and tea

Lyme Land Trust members receive a 15% discount with code: LLT15

Register here. 

This is a rain or shine event.

Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure, increased creativity and focus, improved mood and sleep, and a boost to immune functions.  Regan Stacey is an artist, environmentalist and yoga instructor, whose passion is to re-connect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and our planet, Earth.  She is also co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world.  Locally, she is involved in a number of nature-based organizations and facilitates kids’ clubs through the Lyme Land Trust. You can find out more about her work at reganstacey.com   


 

Nourish the mind, body, and spirit in nature. Enjoy mindful movement and gentle yoga as we wake up the body for this guided forest bathing session. Invitations to engage with nature through our senses will be offered along the way. The walk concludes with a wild-foraged tea.

The walk is about 1-mile over easy to moderate terrain. Banningwood Preserve

Registration: $32 ~ includes the program and tea

Lyme Land Trust members receive a 15% discount with code: LLT15

Register here. 

This is a rain or shine event.

Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure, increased creativity and focus, improved mood and sleep, and a boost to immune functions.  Regan Stacey is an artist, environmentalist and yoga instructor, whose passion is to re-connect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and our planet, Earth.  She is also co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world.  Locally, she is involved in a number of nature-based organizations and facilitates kids’ clubs through the Lyme Land Trust. You can find out more about her work at reganstacey.com   


July Astronomy Observing Session-postponed from Friday to Saturday

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Roger Charbonneau
Date: Sat July 30, 2022
Time: 8:30 -10:00 pm
Place: Register to learn location
Contact Email: scott.mallory@gmail.com
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

In light of forecast overcast skies Friday night, this month’s observing session will be moved out one day to Saturday, July 30.  At this event we will showcase a new 14” telescope housed in its permanent observatory structure. A small talk about the observatory will precede the observing! 

Join the Lyme Public Library for the “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” program at our Lyme observing site. See the beauty that is the uniquely dark sky of Lyme CT.  On any given night, public sessions will be co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts:

  • Jon Dean
  • Roger Charbonneau, Jr
  • Scott Mallory
  • Parag Sahasrabudhe
  • Alan Sheiness

Reservations required. scott.mallory@gmail.com. Directions to the site and special guidance for those with heavy astronomy equipment will be provided upon registration. Park in the designated area and walk to the observing field with its amazing panoramic views of the heavens. Dress for temperatures 10-20 degrees lower than forecast for your comfort. No white lights at the field site, please. For more information about the astronomy program See amazing astrophotography by Parag Sahasrabudhe – Velology blog


In light of forecast overcast skies Friday night, this month’s observing session will be moved out one day to Saturday, July 30.  At this event we will showcase a new 14” telescope housed in its permanent observatory structure. A small talk about the observatory will precede the observing! 

Join the Lyme Public Library for the “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” program at our Lyme observing site. See the beauty that is the uniquely dark sky of Lyme CT.  On any given night, public sessions will be co-facilitated by one or more of our talented cohort enthusiasts:

  • Jon Dean
  • Roger Charbonneau, Jr
  • Scott Mallory
  • Parag Sahasrabudhe
  • Alan Sheiness

Reservations required. scott.mallory@gmail.com. Directions to the site and special guidance for those with heavy astronomy equipment will be provided upon registration. Park in the designated area and walk to the observing field with its amazing panoramic views of the heavens. Dress for temperatures 10-20 degrees lower than forecast for your comfort. No white lights at the field site, please. For more information about the astronomy program See amazing astrophotography by Parag Sahasrabudhe – Velology blog


Geology Lecture Through Pleasant Valley Preserve with Ralph Lewis

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Date: Sat July 30, 2022
Time: 8:30 am
Place: Pleasant Valley Preserve, McIntosh Rd, Lyme CT
Contact Email: programreg@lymepl.org
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Local geologist Ralph Lewis will lead a walk through Pleasant Valley Preserve to lecture on and point out some of the unique geological features in Lyme. Attendees will walk the preserve and discuss the scientific significance of the area. Bring good walking shoes and a bottle of water. Hats and bug spray are recommended. 

Meet at the McIntosh Road parking area. 

Register: programreg@lymepl.org 

The walk is sponsored by the Lyme Public Library. Ralph Lewis is a retired CT State geologist.  

Click on poster to enlarge.


Local geologist Ralph Lewis will lead a walk through Pleasant Valley Preserve to lecture on and point out some of the unique geological features in Lyme. Attendees will walk the preserve and discuss the scientific significance of the area. Bring good walking shoes and a bottle of water. Hats and bug spray are recommended. 

Meet at the McIntosh Road parking area. 

Register: programreg@lymepl.org 

The walk is sponsored by the Lyme Public Library. Ralph Lewis is a retired CT State geologist.  

Click on poster to enlarge.


Programs in the Park

Date: Sat July 9, 2022 thru Sat July 23, 2022
Time: 10:00-11:00 am, July 9, 16, 23
Place: Devil's Hopyard State Park Meet near the Covered Bridge
Contact Email: info@eightmileriver.org
Presenter: Eightmile River Wild and Scenic Watershed Committee
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Join the Eightmile Wild and Scenic Watershed Committee for three free family programs. Click on the poster to enlarge for more information. July 9: Birds of Prey, July 16: River Exploration July 23: Nature’s Sanitation Engineer


 

Join the Eightmile Wild and Scenic Watershed Committee for three free family programs. Click on the poster to enlarge for more information. July 9: Birds of Prey, July 16: River Exploration July 23: Nature’s Sanitation Engineer


Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” Mystic Aquarium Touch Tank!

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Date: Sat July 23, 2022
Time: 10:30 am
Place: Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: programreg@lymepl.org
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The Mystic Aquarium will be visiting the Lyme Public Library as part of our summer reading program!  They will be bringing along instructors and their special traveling touch tank filled with an assortment of live invertebrates such as lobsters, horseshoe crabs, shellfish and sea stars. A perfect opportunity to “explore the outdoors” this special program is made possible by a generous donation from local residents.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


The Mystic Aquarium will be visiting the Lyme Public Library as part of our summer reading program!  They will be bringing along instructors and their special traveling touch tank filled with an assortment of live invertebrates such as lobsters, horseshoe crabs, shellfish and sea stars. A perfect opportunity to “explore the outdoors” this special program is made possible by a generous donation from local residents.

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” Special Event for Teens

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Date: Tue July 19, 2022
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Place: Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: programreg@lymepl.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

As part of the Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path”, local artist Kisten Thornton will be having attendees (from grades 6 to 12) paint bird houses and posts to be placed around Lyme and Old Lyme by the Lyme Garden Club, Lyme Parks and Recreation Department and the Lyme Land Trust. This is the second of a 2-part event with the first meeting taking place on July 12th. 

Pizza and beverages will be provided to the attendees. 

This special event is made possible as part of a generous co-sponsoring project between the Lyme Public Library and  Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


As part of the Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path”, local artist Kisten Thornton will be having attendees (from grades 6 to 12) paint bird houses and posts to be placed around Lyme and Old Lyme by the Lyme Garden Club, Lyme Parks and Recreation Department and the Lyme Land Trust. This is the second of a 2-part event with the first meeting taking place on July 12th. 

Pizza and beverages will be provided to the attendees. 

This special event is made possible as part of a generous co-sponsoring project between the Lyme Public Library and  Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” Geology Tour with Ralph Lewis

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Date: Sat July 16, 2022
Time: 8:30 am
Place: Starts at Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: programreg@lymepl.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

As part of the Lyme Public Library’s “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” summer reading program a special event will be led by local geologist Ralph Lewis. Mr. Lewis will start his presentation at the library where he will conduct a short lecture on the terms he will be using when he leads all the attendees through Lyme’s Banningwood Preserve where he will be pointing out the remarkable and unique geological elements found only in Lyme. The program will start at the Lyme Public Library at 8:30 am and participants will then meet up at Banningwood Preserve, 19 Town Street at 9:15 am.

 This event is  for children ages 12 and up and limited to 12 participants.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272

Ralph Lewis is a retired CT State geologist.  


As part of the Lyme Public Library’s “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” summer reading program a special event will be led by local geologist Ralph Lewis. Mr. Lewis will start his presentation at the library where he will conduct a short lecture on the terms he will be using when he leads all the attendees through Lyme’s Banningwood Preserve where he will be pointing out the remarkable and unique geological elements found only in Lyme. The program will start at the Lyme Public Library at 8:30 am and participants will then meet up at Banningwood Preserve, 19 Town Street at 9:15 am.

 This event is  for children ages 12 and up and limited to 12 participants.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272

Ralph Lewis is a retired CT State geologist.  


Lymes’ Senior Center Take-A-Hike Thursdays with Wendy Hill

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Date: Thu July 14, 2022
Time: 9:30 am -12:00ish pm
Place: Rocky Neck State Park, Main Street (Rte 156), East Lyme, CT
Contact Email:
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A beautiful walk along the salt marshes to the beach on Long Island Sound. Bring binoculars if you have them. About 2.5 -3 miles. 

Directions: Meet at the parking lot across from the KOA Campground, 271 Main St (Rte 156), about 0.5 mile east of the intersection with Four Mile River Rd.

Reservations are required.  Please email sgould@oldlyme-ct.gov or call 860-434-4127 to reserve your spot.

On the 2nd Thursday of each month the group will get together at various hiking areas in Lyme and Old Lyme.  Hikes will be lead by Wendy Hill, Open Space Coordinator of Lyme and the Vice President of Lyme Land Trust.  The walks are moderate, unless otherwise noted. Bring a water bottle, dress for the weather and a hiking stick or pole if you would like. Everyone welcome. All hikes are 2.5 to 3 miles.  Inclement weather cancels the hike.

Sponsored by the Lyme’s Senior Center. 

 


A beautiful walk along the salt marshes to the beach on Long Island Sound. Bring binoculars if you have them. About 2.5 -3 miles. 

Directions: Meet at the parking lot across from the KOA Campground, 271 Main St (Rte 156), about 0.5 mile east of the intersection with Four Mile River Rd.

Reservations are required.  Please email sgould@oldlyme-ct.gov or call 860-434-4127 to reserve your spot.

On the 2nd Thursday of each month the group will get together at various hiking areas in Lyme and Old Lyme.  Hikes will be lead by Wendy Hill, Open Space Coordinator of Lyme and the Vice President of Lyme Land Trust.  The walks are moderate, unless otherwise noted. Bring a water bottle, dress for the weather and a hiking stick or pole if you would like. Everyone welcome. All hikes are 2.5 to 3 miles.  Inclement weather cancels the hike.

Sponsored by the Lyme’s Senior Center. 

 


Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program “Read Beyond the Beaten Path” Special Event for Teens

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Date: Tue July 12, 2022
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Place: Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: programreg@lymepl.org
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

As part of the Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path”, local artist Kisten Thornton will be having attendees (from grades 6 to 12) paint bird houses and posts to be placed around Lyme and Old Lyme by the Lyme Garden Club, Lyme Parks and Recreation Department and the Lyme Land Trust. This is a 2-part event with the second meeting taking place on July 19th.  Pizza and beverages will be provided to the attendees. 

This special event is made possible as part of a generous co-sponsoring project between the Lyme Public Library and  Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


As part of the Lyme Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path”, local artist Kisten Thornton will be having attendees (from grades 6 to 12) paint bird houses and posts to be placed around Lyme and Old Lyme by the Lyme Garden Club, Lyme Parks and Recreation Department and the Lyme Land Trust. This is a 2-part event with the second meeting taking place on July 19th.  Pizza and beverages will be provided to the attendees. 

This special event is made possible as part of a generous co-sponsoring project between the Lyme Public Library and  Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau.

Register: programreg@lymepl.org or call Barbara Carlson 860-434-2272


Breakfast with the Trees Forest Bathing

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Turtle Rock by Wendy Hill
Date: Sun July 10, 2022
Time: 8:30-10:30 am
Place: Hartman Park, Gungy Road, Lyme CT
Contact Email: regan@reganstacey.com
!!! seems it only displays well the 2nd time? ugh.

 

Wake up with the trees and ease into the day. Enjoy an early morning gentle stroll and guided forest bathing session at Hartman Park.

We will stop at Turtle Rock to enjoy some hang time in hammocks (provided), with a picnic breakfast and tea to follow. You are welcome to pack a breakfast or snack. Light treats and a wild-foraged tea will be provided.

Registration: $35 ~ includes the program, light treats and tea.
Lyme Land Trust members receive 15% off with the discount code LLT15.

To register: click here

Parking: Park at the Goodwin Trail Entrance on Gungy Road near the Salem town line.

This is a rain or shine event. Challenging weather cancels.

Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure, increased creativity and focus, improved mood and sleep, and a boost to immune functions.

 Regan Stacey is an artist and environmentalist whose passion is to re-connect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and our planet, Earth.  She is also co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world.  Locally, she is involved in a number of nature-based organizations and facilitates kids’ clubs through the Lyme Land Trust. You can find out more about her work at reganstacey.com   


 

Wake up with the trees and ease into the day. Enjoy an early morning gentle stroll and guided forest bathing session at Hartman Park.

We will stop at Turtle Rock to enjoy some hang time in hammocks (provided), with a picnic breakfast and tea to follow. You are welcome to pack a breakfast or snack. Light treats and a wild-foraged tea will be provided.

Registration: $35 ~ includes the program, light treats and tea.
Lyme Land Trust members receive 15% off with the discount code LLT15.

To register: click here

Parking: Park at the Goodwin Trail Entrance on Gungy Road near the Salem town line.

This is a rain or shine event. Challenging weather cancels.

Forest bathing is inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku – taking in the forest atmosphere. As a growing global wellness movement, it is backed by nearly 40 years of scientific research on the holistic benefits of immersing yourself in nature. These benefits include reduced stress and blood pressure, increased creativity and focus, improved mood and sleep, and a boost to immune functions.

 Regan Stacey is an artist and environmentalist whose passion is to re-connect humans to nature for the betterment of themselves, their communities, and our planet, Earth.  She is also co-founder of The Forest Therapy School, training forest therapy guides to share this work around the world.  Locally, she is involved in a number of nature-based organizations and facilitates kids’ clubs through the Lyme Land Trust. You can find out more about her work at reganstacey.com