🌱 'Jersey Boys' Opens Today + Ice Cream Shop In Old Lyme Closing

Hey, Essex-Chester-Deep River. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Essex-Chester-Deep River Patch newsletter, filled with all the community news you need to know right now. In this issue, you'll learn about...

• Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe is closing.
• Get your tickets for Lobsters.
• "Jersey Boys," the show.

But first, today's weather: A heavy t-storm in the p.m. High: 82 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories in Essex-Chester-Deep River today:

1. The owner of the Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe will be closing the doors for the very last time on Aug. 31. Retirement is calling 70-year-old owner Angie Reale, who won a Golden Cone in 2017 for her Moroccan Rose flavor. Reportedly she is not certain what she will do next. An art gallery will be taking over the space at 34 Lyme Street. (CT Insider)
2. Mark your calendars now for the arrival of the lobsters in Chester on Sept. 9, for the Rotary Club of Chester's 52nd annual Lobster Festival. Take part in the annual celebration of friends and family while enjoying live music and a delicious meal. Stay tuned form more information regarding tickets, times and location. (Town of Chester Connecticut via Facebook)
3. Ivoryton Playhouse's 'Jersey Boys' musical opens today and will run through Sept. 10 with performances on Wednesday and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. and evening performances Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. According to the CT Insider, "Audiences will be transported back in time to the swinging 1960s, captivated by the timeless story of four blue-collar boys from New Jersey who skyrocketed to fame as one of the greatest pop bands ever," according to a press release. Featuring hits from the legendary Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, "Jersey Boys" is described as "a journey filled with heart, soul, and the unmistakable sound of an era that defined a generation." (CT Insider)

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Today in Essex-Chester-Deep River:

Thursday, August 10

• Grove Street Story Time! (10:00 AM)
• Teen Poetry Club: Poetry Escape Room (4:00 PM)
• Young at Heart Book Club (6:00 PM)
• Free Concert with String of Pearls Big Band! Rain or Shine! (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Essex Board of Trade: "Gorgeous additions to town! " (Essex Board of Trade via Facebook)
• Essex Library: "We can't wait for Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 's Groovy Games! Next Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m.! Kids are invited to explore the many toys and games created right here in Connecticut and take home a kit." (Essex Library via Facebook)
• Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau: "Question of the week! Let us know in the comments how you know us! " (Tri-Town Youth Services Bureau via Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Karena Garrity

About me: Journalism is in my veins. I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love my community and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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