Trips

    Tuesday, July 25th: Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock & Downtown Mystic

    Posted on June 24, 2017 by Norwich

    July Mini-Trip: Mini-trips are open to Rose City Senior Center Members only.  Mini-trips may be subject to cancellation due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances

    First stop will be for lunch at Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London.  This casual, outdoor restaurant is a local summer favorite for seafood lovers!  They offer the freshest seafood at reasonable prices.  Not a seafood lover?  They also offer hot dogs, hamburgers and chicken sandwiches.  Captain Scott’s is located right on the water with beautiful views of downtown New London and Shaw’s Cove Marinas.
    (Please note: Dining is outdoors with a covered seating area available).
    After lunch a short ride will bring you to Historic Downtown Mystic.  Here you will have time on your own to explore over 40 specialty shop, boutiques and galleries.  You can also visit Mystic Museum of Art to enjoy the current art exhibit or just sit by the water at Mystic River Park with views of the Mystic River Bascule Bridge and enjoy the day.  In the mood for a sweet treat?  Be sure to head over to Mystic Sweets Shoppe, Lis’ Bake Shop or Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream before you leave!

    Cost: $2 for transportation.  Lunch is on your own.
    Bus leave the Senior Center at 10:30 a.m. and returns approx. 3:00 p.m.
    Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on July 3rd

    Friday, September 15th: Trip to the The Big E

    Posted on June 24, 2017 by Norwich

    September Day-Long Trip- This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.

    Join us on Opening Day at The Big E for a day full of fun!  It’s the last blast of Summer! This year is the 101th year of The Big E Fair!  The Big E is the largest fair in New England with great fun and entertainment such as, The Big E Super Circus, the Avenue of States, Farm-A-Rama, the Daily Parade, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, and TONS of foods.  Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!  Opening Day at The Big E is also Military Appreciation Day!

    COST: $40 per person – Includes transportation and The Big E entrance fee.

    Driver tip is not included in the price of the trip.

    All food and drink purchases are on your own.

    9:00 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

    7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich.

    This trip has mostly walking. 4 sneakers

    REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
    *On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960.  When you hear the message saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*

    Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents
    -Beginning Monday, July 24 at 5:00pm

    Senior Center Members, Non-Residents
    -Beginning Tuesday, July 25 at 5:00pm

    Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)
    -Beginning Wednesday, July 26 at 5:00pm