Coming Events & Programs
2024 Schedule of Events & Programs
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| Sunday, May 5 4:00-6:00 pm | 1945-1950: Germany at the end of World War II with Rolf Wolfswinkel World War II did not end until six years after Germany’s invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939. By the time it concluded on the deck of the USS Missouri on September 2, 1945, the war had claimed the lives of an estimated 75-80 million people, approximately 3 percent of the world’s population. What was happening in Germany in the years immediately following the World War II? Join us for a fascinating talk by Professor Rolf Wolfswinkel to hear about the Nuremburg War Crimes Tribunal and other details about post-war Germany. Rolf Wolfswinkel was born in Amsterdam, where he studied History and Literature. In 1988 he was appointed at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, where he lectured in Modern European History. His dissertation “Between Treason and Patriotism” analyzed how Dutch literature portrayed Nazi collaboration in The Netherlands. Together with Dick van Galen Last he published “Anne Frank and After: Dutch Holocaust literature in historical perspective.” In 2001 he was appointed at New York University as professor of Holocaust Studies. He is now retired and lives in Lyme. |
| Sunday May 26 4:00-6:00 pm | Live Music Sunday with Shiny Meddle Hiney Join us on Sunday, May 26 when we welcome Shiny Meddle Hiney, a progressive bluegrass band from Deep River CT. This four-piece Americana string band delivers an energetic musical experience, with a mixture of original, traditional and unique cover songs carefully woven together for a melodious adventure like no other. The eclectic group is composed of a mandolin (Craig Whaley), harmonica (Eric Nelsen), guitar (Rodney Maxwell) and bass (Joel Volenec). Known for their spontaneous improvisational jams and enchanting harmonies, Shiny Meddle Hiney has achieved a solid fanbase around Connecticut by performing passionate live stage shows. As always, our free Sunday concert runs from 4:00 to 6:00 pm and all are welcome; feel free to BYOB and snacks. |
| Wednesday June 5 6:00-8:00 pm | Potluck Celebration, Lyme History Contest and Annual Meeting Please join us the evening of Wednesday, June 5 for our annual meeting celebrating the year’s events and future plans for the Public Hall and Bacdayan Local History Archives, along with a community potluck and fun trivia contest to test your knowledge about the history of Lyme. All are welcome -- bring family and friends and a favorite dish to share, and we’ll provide the rest for a lively evening to celebrate our Public Hall and wonderful community of supporters. |