DAY: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month
TIME: 1:00
FEE: FREE
Join us for mentally stimulating and challenging activities! You’ll have fun doing brain teasers, trivia, word power,
categories, giant crossword puzzles, famous phrases, armchair travel and more!
DAY: Tuesdays, 10 weeks
TIME: 10:30 – 11:30
BEGINS: June 6
FEE: $50
INSTRUCTOR: Marjorie Winslow
This class instructs seniors in various line dance routines in both Latin and Ballroom Style. Latin dances include samba, merengue, rumba, cha cha, salsa, swing and mambo; Ballroom dances includes waltz, foxtrot and tango.
From these various dance styles, routines are learned such as Burlesque, Hello Dolly, Singing in the Rain, Puttin’ on the Ritz, Senorita, Sway and many more. Dance is excellent physical activity for seniors, as well as utilizing the mind in remembering steps/routines and lastly a means of interacting socially with other seniors.
Wednesday, June 21st at 12:00pm
FEE: $7, RSVP to 860-464-0478
Wednesday, June 21st at 12:45am
Enjoy the renowned play, Gypsy, at the Goodspeed Opera House.
FEE: $88, for transportation and ticket
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Friday, June 16th at 10:00am
Enjoy strolling through this throwback village setting to visit all the numerous shops, boutiques, and eateries.
FEE: $3, for transportation only
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
AARP Driver Safety – Smart Driver Course
Thursday, June 29th from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (please arrive by 8:45 a.m.)
The AARP Smart Driver™ course, is a classroom based refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount after showing proof of completing the course. Consult your auto insurance company on discounts available to you.
Cost: $20 AARP Members (bring your AARP Card) or $25 AARP Non-Members
Pay directly to AARP by check or exact cash on the day of the class.
You must sign up to take the class. Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.
AARP Smart DriverTEK
Thursday, June 29th at1:30 p.m.
Wonder what all those warning lights, beeps and alerts mean when in your vehicle?
Smart DriverTEK is a free, 1½ hour, AARP program which offers a step-by-step guide of how these safety technologies work and how they can benefit drivers through engaging video segments and informative discussion. As a result of attending this program, you will become more up-to-date on available safety technologies in vehicles and how to use them effectively to help you drive more safely.
You must sign up to attend this program. Sign up at Reception ~ Space is Limited.
Tuesday, June 27th from 11:00am-1:45pm
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, June 7th
Join us for lunch at Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London. This casual, outdoor restaurant is a local favorite for seafood lovers! They offer seafood dinners, lobster rolls, chowder, salads, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and more! Have room for dessert? Captain Scott’s also sells ice cream and sundaes! Located right
on the water, Captain Scott’s offers beautiful views of Shaw’s Cove Marina while enjoying your lunch.
(Please note: Dining is on outdoor picnic tables with a covered seating area available).
Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus). Lunch is on your own.
Trip to Boston Harbor for a lunch cruise
with shopping at Farneuil Hall & Quincy Market
on Thursday, August 24th
Enjoy a wonderful afternoon on Boston Harbor for an afternoon of distinctive dining and incredible views aboard Spirit of Boston, a 192ft luxury yacht during this 2 hour lunch cruise. Elegant and impressive, this exquisite ship is a sophisticated way to see Boston Harbor from the water.
The scenic route departs from Commonwealth Pier and cruises past notable sights including the USS Constitution, Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge and Inner Boston Harbor Islands. View the Boston city skyline from the massive windows surrounding the three climate-controlled interior dining decks or take in the stunning panoramic views from two exterior observation decks.
Listen to onboard musical entertainment while enjoying your incredible buffet lunch. Buffet will be open during the entire cruise and includes multiple salads, chicken, salmon, pork, pasta, selection of vegetables, fresh bread, a signature dessert station, and drinks. (menu available upon request)
After the cruise, a short ride brings us to Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market. You will be given time on your own to explore the many shops, learn the history of the area, and enjoy the day!
COST: $120 per person includes charter coach transportation and Spirit of Boston Buffet Cruise.
Driver tip is not included.
8:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
6:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
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 Wednesday, June 14 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents:
-Beginning Thursday, June 15 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older):
-Beginning Friday, June 16 at 5:00pm
Trip to Blithewold Mansion & Gardens
with lunch at Blithewold and shopping in Newport
on Thursday, July 20th
Located on Narragansett Bay, Blithewold is the 33-acre summer estate of the Van Wickle family. Rebuilt in 1906 after a fire, the 45-room mansion is filled with family heirlooms and authentic furnishings. Numerous breathtaking gardens, spread throughout the property, contain an exceptional collection of plants, trees, and whimsical stonework reflecting a vision that is romantic, fresh, and inspiring.
Your enjoyable day starts with a guided tour of Blithewold Mansion and Gardens. Your guide will take you through the mansion while telling the history of the Van Wickle family who placed great emphasis on the gardens and landscape. You will also visit each of the ten gardens, the Bamboo Grove, the Summerhouse and the Lord and Burnham greenhouse complex.
After the guided tour, enjoy a freshly prepared buffet style luncheon with an assortment of sandwiches, pasta salad, chips, dessert, and drinks which will be served on the mansion’s terrace overlooking the expansive lawn and Narragansett Bay. Relax and enjoy yourself! After lunch, you will have time on your own to visit the gift shop, revisit the gardens to take pictures or explore the mansion once more.
Following our visit to Blithewold, a short drive will bring us to Newport. You will be dropped off at the Newport Visitor Center to enjoy time on your own for shopping, a late afternoon snack or just enjoying the beautiful views that Newport has to offer. A great way to end your wonderful day!
COST: $89 per person includes charter coach bus transportation, guided tour of Blithewold, and buffet luncheon. Driver tip is not included.
8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
6:00 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
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 Wednesday, June 7 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents:
-Beginning Thursday, June 8 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older):
-Beginning Friday, June 9 at 5:00pm
Wednesday, June 28th from 11:45am-12:45pm
Drop in and meet with a Community Healthcare Worker to discuss your needs.
