EAST LYME — Residents can weigh in Thursday, November 19, on a proposal to operate an arts center at 121 Upper Pattagansett Road. The Zoning Commission’s public hearing starts at 7:30 p.m. at East Lyme Town Hall, 108 Pennsylvania Avenue in Niantic.

Laurel Holdings LLC is seeking a special permit and site plan approval for Pattagansett Art Center Inc. The commission’s notice describes the proposed use as an educational or philanthropic art center. The center describes itself as an artist-run organization that offers workshops and exhibitions.

Residents can review the application before the hearing at the East Lyme Land Use Office or Town Clerk’s office.