Town Of Lyme To Host 4th Of July Parade

Press release via Town of Lyme

LYME, CT – The Town of Lyme would like to advise area residents that the traditional Cove Road July 4th Parade will be held Thursday, July 4, at approximately 10:00 a.m., in celebration of Independence Day.

The parade will begin near Camp Claire on Cove Road, cross Route 156 and end at the Lyme Grange. Temporary street closings will be in effect during the parade, travel delays are possible and parking may be limited in some areas. Route 156 will be closed from approximately 10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. between Sterling City Road North and South with a detour along Sterling City Road.

The grand marshal for this year’s parade will be Bernie Gigliotti, who has served as the chair of Lyme’s Planning & Zoning Commission since 2019. Prior to that, he served as the Town’s zoning enforcement officer and wetlands agent for 18 years. His other contributions to Lyme include serving as a commissioner on the Conservation Commission (our inland wetland and watercourse agency) from 1978 to 1983; as an active member of the Lyme Volunteer Fire Company from 1972 to 1982; and as a pack leader for Lyme Cub Scout Pack #32 from 1984 to 1990.

Immediately following the parade, the Lyme Recreation Commission will hold a free barbecue – featuring hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, drinks and games – at the Grange.

As a reminder, Lyme Town Hall, the Lyme Public Library, the Lyme Transfer Station and the Hamburg Recycling Center will all be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day.