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

Chair Yoga: July Time Change

New session starts on July 5th and ends Sept 2oth.

Wednesday instruction will be from 12:45pm-1:45pm

ROMEO Club: Costellos Clam Shack in Noank

Wednesday, August 23rd at 10:30am

 

So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends.

Men Only!

Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).

Trip: Thimble Island Cruise & Lunch at Chowder Pot

Wednesday, August 9th at 10:00am

 

Trip fee is $20pp (transportation & cruise only).

Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-
residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge. Senior

Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for
transport to and from destination.
# of seats very limited.

Trip: Spirit of Boston Lunch Cruise

Thursday, August 24th

 

Enjoy a 2 hour cruise with a delicious Luncheon Buffet as you set sail in Boston Harbor. Moderate walking. Enjoy free time at Quincy Market. Trip fee is $158 pp. Waitlist only.

Trip: Shades of Buble at Aqua Turf

Thursday, August 10th

 

A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Bublé brings the swinging standards and pop hits of Michael Bublé to the stage. A Family Style lunch menu is included in our enjoyable afternoon. Minimal walking. Trip fee is $122 pp. Register now.

South East CT Community Center of the Blind Presentation

Monday, August 21st at 1:00pm

 

SECT Community of the Blind in New London CT is the only non-profit organization that serves the blind and visually impaired community. They will talk about our new Center, their programs and upcoming events. And present items that are for sale in their retail store that will assist many living with impaired vision or blindness. They will also talk about a variety of resources that are available for those living with impaired vision or blindness.

Registration begins Aug 1st, Register by Aug 18th.

Painted Paper Sunflower Photo Easel Class

Monday, August 21st from 11:00-12:00pm

 

Nancy Souza, Card Maker, Mixed Media Artist and Altenew Certified Educator will help us transform a plain wooden easel into a one of a kind decorated photo easel to display your favorite photos or special paper items. Create painted paper for the die cut layered flowers, paint a weathered background and add additional items to complete your unique upgraded easel. Learn some new techniques and admire your new project.

Registration begins Aug 1st. Register by Aug 14th. Cost is $15 per person

Sustainability Presentation

Thursday, August 17th at 11:00am

 

Teresa Resnick from the Haddam Sustainability Committee will share with us several ways we can be conscientious of our waste and how to reduce it for the health of our planet.

Topics will cover:

• Recycling
• Repurposing
• Reusing
• Composting
• Textile collection
• Reusable travel mugs/water bottles
• Non toxic cleaners
• Non toxic bug spray
• Non toxic weed eaters

Registration begins Aug 1st. Register by Aug 14th.

Flower Power

Friday, August 11th at 10am 

 

Flowers feed our souls and brighten the darkest of days. Learn how to create an
uplifting arrangement that is a perfect pick me up to keep for yourself or give as a thoughtful gift. Montville Florist will walk you through the creation of this
arrangement step by step, so you will leave with a finished product to enjoy.

Registration begins Aug 1st. Register by Aug 4th. $25.00 per student.