Aging Mastery Program

Thursdays from 1:00-2:30pm beginning October 12th

 

Developed by the National Council on Aging. AMP offers 10 core sessions, each 90 minutes in length. Participants must be 55+. Our AMP classes are part of a continuous program that is best if you can participate in most of the sessions. One must register for this FREE 10 week program by October 5. The program is about empowering people to make and maintain small but impactful changes as we continue to age. Utilizing evidence-informed materials, expert speakers, discussion and peer support to build skills and tools to manage health, outlook, maintain economic security and contribute to society.
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Topics to be covered:
-Navigating Longer Lives
– Financial Fitness
-Gratitude and Mindfulness
– Nutrition
-Exercise and Sleep
-Falls Prevention
-Healthy Eating and Hydration
-Advanced Planning
-Creativity & Learning/Legacy & Purpose

Trip: Goodspeed Opera House Matinee- “The 12” A Musical

Thursday, October 19th

Jerusalem. The disciples are in disarray. Torn apart by the unthinkable death of their leader, see how twelve ordinary individuals come together to create one of the most powerful movements ever known. Filled with power and passion, The 12 is a universal story of love and how each of us must eventually navigate the loss of whatever we hold most dear. Join us for a profoundly moving musical that you will never forget!

We have center orchestra seats for the 2 pm show. Let us do the driving for you! We take our own bus to East Haddam for this wonderful show. We meet at Thrive55+ Center and depart from our parking lot. $72 resident/82 non resident. Cost includes, transportation, driver and show admission.

OATS Hike at Copp Family Park

O.A.T.S. (Outdoor Active THRIVING Seniors)  A hearty group of cool people with a shared interest of being outdoors and local adventure who happen to be 55 and older. Interested ? Reach out to Cindy at 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov

Monday, October 16th at 10:00am  a 3 + mile hike on a even and mellow trail at our own Copp Family Park. Must register by Oct 12

Legal Advice Consult

Tuesday, October 31

 

Attorney Victoria Mueller is here the last Tuesday monthly to answer questions or put you in touch with someone that may be of help to you. Attorney Mueller is skilled in dispute resolution, all things corporate and contract law, civil litigation
including trial work to both bench and jury from inception through appeal, residential and commercial real estate

ROMEO Club: Surprise Trip

Wednesday, October 25th at 11:00am

 

So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends.

Men Only!

Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).

Trip: The Hideaway, Old Lyme

Wednesday, October 11th at 11:00am

 

Lunch with shopping or ice cream afterwards.
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).

Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge. Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for
transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.

Trip: Cranberry Bog Tour, Wareham, MA

Tuesday, October 24th

 

A.D. Makepeace Company is the world’s largest cranberry grower! We will learn about harvesting and there might even be a chance to learn the “bog side”. Lunch at Mezza Luna in Buzzards Bay to enjoy an Italian style buffet. Moderate walking. Trip fee is $137pp. Register now.

Trip: Made in Vermont

Thursday, October 5th 

We’ll spend our day in beautiful Vermont shopping for goods and enjoying all things Vermont including a Maple Syrup Farm. Lunch will be at The Marina along the river in Brattleboro. Lots of walking. Trip fee $137pp. Register now.

Happy Fall Creating Paper Pumpkins, Paper Apple, and Mini Glitter Jar

Friday, October 20th from 10:00am-12:00pm

 

By Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Stamp Company Certified Educator Fall is calling and it is time to create new projects to decorate, display and or share. Learn how to make a paper apple, two different paper pumpkins and create a mini glitter votive candle jar that is perfect for Fall
decorating. Basic supplies you will need- scissors and glue. Everything will be included in your craft kit.

Cost is $15pp. Registration begins Oct 2nd. Register by Oct 13th.