Trips

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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.

    Sign up now! Boston Symphony and Yo Yo Ma at TANGLEWOOD

    August 13, 2023
    Shed $190 pp | Lawn $140 pp

    Tour Includes:
    • Motor Coach
    • Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill
    • Admission to Tanglewood
    • All Gratuities to Driver

    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
    Gewandhausorchestra; 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.

    *Times are approximate. Subject to change.*

    Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ | 102 Newtown Rd | Groton, CT    Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Groton, CT

    Trip: A Day at TangleWood

    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

    Trip: Mystic Schooners Baseball Game

    Friday, July 21st at Dodd Stadium

     

    Let us take you out to the ballgame! We venture from Thrive 55+ to Dodd Stadium in Norwich (let us do the driving) for a fun evening game of Mystic Schooners Baseball. The Mystic Schooners are a franchise in the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) and a 501c3. Let’s support the home team as they play against Keene Swamp Bats in a 6:30 pm game. Costs is $7 per person

    A DAY AT  TANGLEWOOD — Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma

    A DAY AT  TANGLEWOOD — Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma

    August 13, 2023

    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

    Trip: Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Lunch Excursion

    Friday, June 30th 

     

    Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour train and riverboat or 1 hour train only journeys begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam
    locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester. A natural highlight is the undeveloped Selden Neck State Park, accessible only by boat. Essex Steam Train offers unique access to several coves and preserves, immersing passengers in an on-board eco-excursion. The train travels near the tidal wetlands of Pratt Cove and Chester Creek — bountiful, natural habitats for birds including Cormorants, Ducks, Swans, Greenland Geese, Blue Heron, Egrets, and Red-winged Blackbirds.

    Lunch entrée choices are: Beef Tips with Gravy, Eggplant Parmesan or Baked Chicken with tossed mix green salad, Chef’s choice vegetable & Starch, roll, Chef’s Choice dessert.

     

    Trip Includes: train and boat fare and three course lunch.

    Cost is $78 per resident and $88 per non resident.

    Register in person at front desk or online at www.grotonrec.com