Trips

Click here to visit the official Thrive55+ Active Living Center website.

Spots go fast on all our trips and some are already filled up. We do our best to get you the best seats for the best price with a quality trip!  Check our flyers in the Thrive55+ Active Living Center, in our Discover 55+ newsletter or on our Facebook page for added information.

We offer day and extended trips around the USA and abroad. Great for singles, couples, families – there’s something for everyone and all ages. Trips are open to the public.

Questions about a particular trip??  If you just want to know if there is a spot for you you may call 860-441-6785 or if a more specific question call 860-441-6623.  THANK YOU for traveling with us!

Payment must be made upon registering for a day trip. No refunds unless your spot can be filled.

    Tuesday, October 15th- Day Trip to the Polka at the Aqua Turf!!!

    Posted on September 1, 2019 by Groton

    Featuring: The Polka Family Band,. Enjoy an energetic day filled with both Polka dance standards and your favorite American traditional music!! Dancing for this one! Fantastic venue plus coffee & donuts, door prizes, complimentary glass of beer or wine. MENU: Family Style: Salad/Mac & Cheese/Kielbasa & Kraut/Stuffed Cabbage/Pierogies/ Vegetable/ Dessert.  $50/resident   20 person max  We depart GSC at 10 am   Only 55 plus

     

    Friday, September 13th- Day Trip to the Big E “New England’s Great State Fair”

    Posted on September 1, 2019 by Groton

    We are taking our own (so, no other pickups) motor coach bus to the BIG E. Friday, Sept. 13 is Be A Kid For A Day, Military Appreciation Day It is also the FIRST day of the BIG E so all will be freshly presented & clean. The Big E, also known as The Eastern States Exposition, is billed as “New England’s Great State fair”. It is the largest agricultural event on the eastern seaboard and the seventh-largest fair in the nation.  $50 pp includes deluxe coach transportation, driver gratuity and admission to the fair. Wear your walking shoes for this one!!  All ages

     

     

    Wednesday, September 4th- Trip Presentation for our ARK ENCOUNTER

    Posted on August 29, 2019 by Groton

    The ARK ENCOUNTER Trip June 20-26, 2020

    Experience the Bible like never before on this journey that brings you face to face with Genesis and the life-size recreation of Noah’s Ark and the Creation Museum. Cruise through the glorious Allegheny Mountains; experience the charming lifestyle of Amish Country in Ohio and the Mennonite and Amish people of Pennsylvania on this enriching trip of a lifetime.

    Sign up now for our free Trip presentation ~ Wednesday, September 4 at 11 AM

    FREE yet registration is required! 

    860-441-6785  or www.grotonrec.com

     

    Tuesday, August 13th- Dine Out at Chester’s BBQ

    Posted on July 26, 2019 by Groton

    The community gives to the Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community. Each month a Restaurant is featured. Ride the senior van or meet us there. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. An evening outing, socializing and enjoyment!  Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening .