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SUMMARY:East Lyme High School Americana 250th
DESCRIPTION:East Lyme High School Americana 250th brings orchestral tributes to American music and culture to East Lyme High School on May 17 as the Southeastern Connecticut Community Orchestra presents an afternoon concert celebrating the country’s musical heritage through iconic composers and cinematic favorites. Led by Music Director Dr. Hilarie Clark Moore\, the performance is part of broader America 250 commemorations and blends classical\, jazz\, film\, and patriotic influences into a program designed to appeal to longtime orchestra supporters as well as casual listeners looking for a relaxing Sunday cultural outing. \nThe concert lineup highlights works connected to some of the most recognizable names in American music\, including John Williams\, Aaron Copland\, Duke Ellington\, and George Gershwin. Together\, the selections reflect a wide range of American musical traditions\, from sweeping orchestral themes and jazz influences to compositions deeply tied to the country’s cultural identity. Community orchestra performances like this often carry a different atmosphere than large metropolitan symphonies\, more welcoming\, local\, and connected to the audience gathered in the room. \nTaking place at East Lyme High School at 3 p.m.\, Americana 250th offers an accessible and family-friendly way to experience live orchestral music in southeastern Connecticut. Ticket pricing remains intentionally affordable\, with discounted admission available for seniors and children ages 6 to 12\, while children under 6 are admitted free. The event highlights both the region’s arts community and the enduring popularity of American composers whose music continues to shape film\, jazz\, and concert performances generations later. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• General admission tickets are $12\n• Seniors and children ages 6–12 receive discounted admission at $10\n• Children under 6 are admitted free\n• The concert takes place May 17 at 3 p.m. at East Lyme High School\n• The program features works by John Williams\, Aaron Copland\, Duke Ellington\, George Gershwin\, and others \n 
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LOCATION:East Lyme High School\, 30 Chesterfield Road\, East Lyme\, 06333\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stonington America 250 Cemetery Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Stonington America 250 Cemetery Clean Up invites volunteers to help preserve local history during a community headstone cleaning workshop at the historic Robinson Burial Ground in Stonington Borough. Held as part of Stonington’s America 250 celebrations\, the event takes place June 6 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and focuses on hands-on cemetery preservation\, local heritage\, and community involvement tied to the nation’s upcoming semiquincentennial commemorations. \nThe workshop gives participants an opportunity to learn proper headstone cleaning techniques while helping care for one of the area’s historic burial grounds. Organizers will provide cleaning supplies\, while attendees are encouraged to bring work gloves and water. The event is weather permitting and designed to be approachable for volunteers of varying experience levels\, making it as much a community gathering as a preservation effort. \nBeyond the practical work itself\, the event highlights the growing interest in protecting historic cemeteries as living pieces of local history rather than forgotten landmarks. Robinson Burial Ground contains generations of Stonington history\, and events like this help connect residents directly to the people and stories that shaped the borough over centuries. The workshop also reflects the broader goals of America 250 programming\, which often focuses on local history\, civic participation\, and preserving community heritage ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary. \nWhat makes the event stand out is its quieter sense of purpose. While many anniversary celebrations lean into fireworks and festivals\, this gathering centers on stewardship\, remembrance\, and the simple act of caring for historic spaces together. For history enthusiasts\, longtime residents\, or anyone interested in local preservation work\, it offers a meaningful way to spend part of a summer morning in Stonington Borough. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/stonington-america-250-cemetery-clean-up/
LOCATION:Robinson Burial Ground\, Broad Street\, Stonington Borough\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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