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Posted on June 28, 2023 by Groton

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

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Groton

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

Senior Farmers Market Program 2023

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Lisbon

The Senior Farmer Market Nutrition Program has changed from a paper/check/voucher program to an Electronic Benefit Card! Benefits are used to purchase fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey from certified CT Grown Farms at designated Farmer Markets or farm stands July through October. A list will be provided.

Who is eligible?

Recipients must be 60 years of age or older (some younger individuals in specific senior housing locations may also qualify)

AND have income at or less than 185% FPL AND have not received benefits yet this summer.

Household of 1 = $2,248 per month/$26,973 per year
Household of 2 = $3,041 per month/$36,482 per year

Limit one benefit card per person per year. Participants can have a Proxy to receive and/or redeem the vouchers with prior notification. Available while supplies last.

How do I get them?

Leave your name and phone number with Lisbon Senior Cente, we will pass these on to Senior Resources
(https://seniorresourcesec.org/), and receive the and distribute the benefits to residents. For more information, contact:

Claudia Mejia, MS, RDN, CDN, CLC (860) 887-3561 ext. 114