Seasonal & Holidays
East Lyme To Host Community Celebration And Fireworks
East Lyme's community celebration includes family activities, fireworks, traffic changes and Main Street closures.
EAST LYME, CT — East Lyme's annual community celebration is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, from 1 to 9 p.m., with a fireworks display planned at dusk.
According to event organizers, the day will include food, family activities and other community events.
The East Lyme Police Department said traffic patterns and parking areas will be adjusted throughout the day and after the fireworks display. Motorists are asked to follow posted signs and directions from police officers and event staff.
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Main Street will remain closed to vehicle traffic after the fireworks while street sweepers and sanitation crews clean the event area. The road is expected to reopen at about 11 p.m., once cleanup is complete.
Officials also encouraged attendees to plan ahead, arrive early and expect traffic delays. Police officers will be stationed throughout the event to assist with public safety.
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Questions about the event may be directed to East Lyme Parks & Recreation.
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