Acrylic Painting with Kelly Luther Hall: Wednesdays from 5:30- 7:30 pm
Acrylic painting for basic beginners and beyond basic levels will explore methods and techniques for putting together successful acrylic paintings of a variety of subject matter while using some fun unique techniques. No experience is necessary. Age 14+ welcome. Cost is $60 resident/ $70 non resident for the 8 weeks session.
Watercolor with Dr. Michael Sullo: Saturdays from 9:00-11:00 am
An 6-week class for beginning watercolor students or students that have experience who would like to brush up on their skills. Each student will be responsible for their own supplies a list will be provided upon registration. Open to all ages 16 and up Cost is $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session.
Oil Painting Class with Dr. Michael Sullo: Tuesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm
An experienced class. $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session.
Drawing with Dr. Michael Sullo: Wednesdays from 2:00 – 5:00pm
Cost is $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session
Expressive Art Group: Thursdays from 1:00- 2:30
This group will offer an opportunity to make friends, socialize and share the common interest of art! Be creative and make projects that you will get to take home and enjoy. This program is supported by Senior Resources: Area Agency on Aging with Title III funds made available under the Older Americans Act. Cost: Suggested Donation: Age 55 -59 $28/60 + $14
Tuesday, August 8th at 5:00pm
Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community that gives to us. An evening outing of dining, socializing, and enjoyment! Each month one special restaurant will be featured. Our van will pick you up or you can meet us
there. Each person pays their own tab. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. Registration required.
Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma
Sunday, August 13th
What’s better than spending some time with music and friends? Experience an inspiring concert at Tanglewood, which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops for over 75 years. Enjoy a music filled afternoon as Andris Nelsons conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring noted American Cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Today they will be playing Julia Adolphe, Makeshift Castle, co-commissioned by the BSO and Gewandhaus orchestra; Cello Concerto No. 1 by Dmitri Shostakovich, and Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky.
Before the show, enjoy a delicious brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill. The family-run and family-friendly restaurant in Westfield opened its doors to the public in December 2014. Our Brunch choices for today will include Homemade muffins, pastries, fresh cut fruit, mixed green salad, home fries, bacon, french toast, chicken francaise, and stuffed shells with pasta and seasonal veggies, all served buffet-style including coffee, tea, and orange juice.
We have Reserved Rear Shed Seats for 2:30p performance of the Boston Symphony Orchestra- featuring Yo-Yo Ma. Listen to the sounds of the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by guest conductor Andris Nelsons. This
concert features Yo-Yo Ma, famous cellist.
Reserved shed seats for the 2:30p performance. Time prior to show to enjoy the grounds — Please note; there are two prices: Shed $190 resident/Lawn $140 non-res. Trip is rain or shine. Tour Includes: Deluxe Motor coach bus
transportation, Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill, Admission to Tanglewood, and All Gratuities to Driver.
Times are approximate: Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ of Groton, CT/ Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Thrive 55+ of Groton