Community Bulletin Board
- July 1 - August 12, 2008
Summer Suppers at the Niantic Community Church
Spiritual feasts are not the only one’s being served up at Niantic Community Church this summer. Scrumptious culinary delights will be created in the kitchen at NCC this summer as they have been every year since 1966. The savory tradition of summer suppers gets underway with the first one of four, scheduled Tuesday, July 1st.
Attracting people from all over the community, with a healthy draw of seniors, hungry folks line up as much as 45 minutes prior to seating to get their tickets which go on sale at 5:00 p.m. and serve in excess of 300 people each night.
A small army of volunteers at NCC prepare the “all you can eat” meal that is served family style. The menu hasn’t changed much although originally roast beef was the only entree. The health conscious alternative, turkey was added to balance out the menu. Folks can count on mashed potatoes and gravy, veggies, cole slaw, bread, drinks and of course, plain old fashioned goodness, a selection of “home originated” pies to round out the meal. The cost this year for adults is $9 and $4 for children under 12. Meals can be taken “to go,” or folks can dine indoors or at outside tables. Summer Suppers this year are scheduled Tuesdays, July 1st, July 15th, July 29th and August 12th with seatings at 5:30 and 6:30 or get it to go anytime between 5:30 and 7:00 p.m.- August 12, 2008
EL Business Organization (ELBO) Meeting
The next East Lyme Business Organization group meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 12th beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant.
All East Lyme business owners and/or managers, regardless of the type of business, are invited and encouraged to attend.
Should anyone have questions about the East Lyme Business Organization, please contact Heather Caulkins at 867-7812. or e-mail her at: mommyandmeboutique@sbcglobal.netBeach Passes to McCook Point Beach & Park
Beach passes are usually required to access McCook's Beach and Park, and the Hole-in-the-Wall Beach. Seasonal Permits and/or Day Passes can be purchased Monday thru Friday at the EL Parks & Recreation Department located at
41 Society Rd. (860) 739-5828.
Passes can also be purchased on Saturday's and Sunday's at the East Lyme Police Dept. located at 278 Main St. (860) 739-5900.
Enjoy the beach and please help keep it clean!McCook Point Park ~ Pavilion Rentals
The Pavilion at McCook Point Park is available to rent for private functions. Interested individuals should contact the Town of East Lyme's Parks and Recreation Department at (860) 739-5828 for additional information. The Parks and Recreation Department is located at 41 Society Rd., Niantic, CT. 06357.
Local Happenings & Business Updates
New Coffee Shop Cafe' Cabrea Opens
A new coffee shop / restaurant, Cafe' Cabrea has opened in downtown Niantic. Located at 346 Main St. (across the street from the Niantic Inn), Cafe' Cabrea will feature local Ashlawn Farm coffee, speciality coffees, sandwiches, salads, wraps, gourmet cookies and deserts. Cafe' Cabrea will be open 7 days per week from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Stop by and welcome this great new addition to downtown Niantic!
38 Hope St. (a new condo project in Niantic).
If you haven’t noticed, this project is really starting to take shape with the first units scheduled to be delivered in the summer of 2008.
A Grand Opening ~ Ribbon-Cutting Celebration of the Model Home was held on Monday, June 23rd, 2008.
Black Sheep Irish Pub
That’s right, the new Black Sheep Irish Pub (in the old Smith Pharmacy building on Main St.) continues its remodeling efforts, and the future pub looks awesome. This new Irish Pub is still on target to open their doors by the end of September 2008, and we will provide further updates on the new pub as they become available.
Congratulations East Lyme ! ! !
… on being selected as 1 of 20 Great Places to Retire per the May 2008 edition of Connecticut Magazine. The magazine identified East Lyme as having milder winter temperatures, a charming maritime village setting, a mile long boardwalk and “one of those Connecticut shore towns that seems particularly welcoming to the active-adult crowd”. So, come see for yourself what makes East Lyme a great place to visit, play and live!
New Hole-in-the-Wall Beach Restrooms
Construction has started on the building of new restrooms at the Hole-in-the-Wall beach parking log. Construction began on February 4th, and is expected to be completed by May 1st. (just in time for summertme walks on the Boardwalk).
New Army National Guard Facility to be built at Camp Rell
Plans to build a new 50,000 square-foot Army National Guard facility at Camp Rell in Niantic were announced in January 2008. Construction of the facility could begin as early as the spring of 2008 and completed by the fall of 2009.
Starbucks Coffee Shop Opens
East Lyme's first Starbucks Coffee shop, located at 267 Flanders Rd. (Rt. 161 just off exit # 74 on I-95) opened for business on Friday, January 25th. A formal Grand Opening is scheduled for later in March.
Welcome to East Lyme Starbucks & Best Wishes!!!
Eclectic Chef Deli ~ MOVES & RE-OPENS
That’s right, the Eclectic Chef Deli has completed their move to 281 Main St. ( next to the Niantic Cinemas ) and has re-opened for business on Thursday, January 17, 2008. The Eclectic Chef Deli, which features one of the best Lobster/Crab Bisques in the area, makes a pretty good sandwich and salad as well.
Stop by and say hi to Rich & Cathy, and sample some of the best soups around!.
Niantic Bay Apartments
Located in the beautiful historic village of Niantic, sits the brand new Niantic Bay Apartments. This new apartment complex features 1 and 2 bedroom units, spectacular views overlooking the Niantic Bay, and has units available for immediate occupancy. For information, call 739-5003
Niantic Inn Make-Over
If you haven’t notice, the Niantic Inn on Main St. has recently received a beautiful new face lift. Congratulations to all those involved as it new appearance adds to the already beautiful downtown Niantic area.
Parking in Downtown Niantic
Whether you’re coming to town for the East Lyme / Niantic Light Parade in December or the Celebrate East Lyme Festival in July, there is always plenty of FREE Parking available in the Municipal Parking lot on Hope St.
(one block behind Main St. and off Pennsylvania Ave. or Rt. 161).East Lyme Newcomers Club
The East Lyme Newcomers Club meets the first Thursday each month at Niantic Community Church, 170 Pennslylvania Avenue from 09.30 - 11.30 a.m. Creche available. Club activities include mom and kids, food and friends, lunch bunch, book group and more. For more information, please contact Janet Banks at (860) 739-2891 or e-mail her at: janbanks@hotmail.co.uk
Food Pantry Donations
Care & Share of East Lyme accepts food pantry donations on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every month at their 11 Hope St. location (behind Colonial Market). For more information, call 739-8502. Care & Share of East Lyme
Niantic Toastmasters Club
The Niantic Community Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Mondays of the month from 7:00 p.m. 'til 8:30 p.m. at the Niantic Community Church; 170 Pennsylvania Avenue. The purpose of the club is to: provide mutual support; develop communication & leadership skills; foster self-confidence & attain personal growth. Guests are welcome!
For additional information, please contact Catherine Steel at (860) 691-1223 or e-mail her at: csteel@ct.metrocast.netAmerican Legion (Post # 128) ~ Monthly Meeting Notice
The American Legion Post # 128 holds its monthly meetings the second Thursday of each month beginning at 7:30 PM at their 16 York Ave Niantic CT 06357 location. All Veterans are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Community Emergency Response Team
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a group of volunteers that can be activated to provide assistance to their neighbors and the town during large-scale disasters, such a major hurricane. We are currently working in conjunction with surrounding area CERT teams to act as a regional resource. Our regional efforts have resulted in a new website (www.cert-sect.org), where those interested can find information about our CERT activities and about the CERT program in general.
We need all the volunteers we can get! Hope you can help.
For additional information, please contact Pearl I. Rathbun, Emergency Management Director for the Town of East Lyme at (860) 739-4434 or visit: www.cert-sect.orgCongratulations ~ East Lyme High School
Congratulations to everyone at East Lyme High School on being named one of “America’s Best High Schools” by U.S. News & World Report. East Lyme earned a “silver medal” in a survey of 18,790 public high schools around the country. For a complete list of those high schools making the list from Connecticut, visit: America’s Best High Schools