HARLEM and Apollo Theater day trip – Wednesday, May 18th

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

We are day tripping to HARLEM and Apollo Theater with Friendship Tours -Wednesday, May 18th.  Harlem is so much more than you can imagine! Our day will include:

• Special guided tour of Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre. The tour is educational, entertaining and inspirational. Hear the story of the theatre and the legendary people who performed here, such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, James Brown, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and so many more. See what it feels like to stand on the stage. Take a peek at the wall back stage full of signatures of all the famous musicians and artists that have performed here.

• Lunch at the famous Sylvia’s Restaurant served Family Style. Started by an ambitious woman in 1962 Sylvia’s has become an icon and a place to be seen. Presidents, Senators, Governors, Mayors and people who appreciate delicious food all flock to Sylvia’s. Menu: Herbed Baked Chicken &r Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Collard Greens, Dessert, Iced Tea, Soda, Coffee.

• A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history and beauty that is in Harlem, from the Harlem Meer in Central Park, the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, the famous brownstones, the beautiful West side and so much more!

Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, lunch and driver gratuity. $159 per resident

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Day Trip to Newport Playhouse and Cabaret to see The Carol Burnett Show on Sunday, May 15th

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

Sunday, May 15th we are off to a Newport Playhouse and Cabaret day trip. Newport playhouse is still under renovations but until then we still want to enjoy the joy and entertainment NPH provides. We are off to their temporary location of Wyndham Hotel in RI to enjoy all the glory of a traditional NPH  visit– buffet, show and cabaret. The show this time is CAROL BURNETT.

The Newport Playhouse is producing all your favorite Carol Burnett comedy skits featuring all your beloved Newport Playhouse actors. Following the main stage production will be our fun-filled cabaret showcasing music, our own skits, comedy, and fun. The Wyndham Newport and Johnny’s Restaurant will be hosting The Newport Playhouse and will be providing their buffet lunch.

Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, refreshments/meals  $70 per resident

 

USED Ink Cartridge Collection

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

We are supporting GRASSO TECHNICAL SCHOOL in their Ink Cartridge Collection.

The Ella T. Grasso Technical High School Parent Faculty Organization (PFO) is running a continual collection of used ink cartridges. Help Grasso Tech’ s PFO by recycling your used printer cartridges. A chance to recycle and keep these non-biodegradable items from the landfill while earning money for the PFO at the same time. It’s a Win, Win!

They need our empty HP, Xerox, Lexmark, Sharp, Canon, Panasonic, IBM, Brother, Ricoh, NEC, Toshiba, Dell, Samsung, and other major brand empty printer cartridges. This is an ongoing collection.
THANK YOU for helping us help them!!

Please bring to our THrive55+ TECH CENTER Monday, Tuesday or Thursday mornings.

TECHNOLOGY HELP FOR YOU

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

TECHNOLOGY HELP FOR YOU
Need help with your laptop, tablet, smart phone? Maybe you just need a refresher in
Excel or need a little reminder with your Mac? We have you covered! Let us know what
your need is and we will match you up with one of our awesome Technology Center
volunteers.
We do ONE-ON-ONE appointments for anyone 55 and older. We listen to your needs
and work at your pace. We have added to our amazing volunteers—we have several new
faces who can help with various technology needs. Please call so we can best match you
up and schedule an appointment- you are important to us. Please call 860-445-1057 to
make an appointment in person or virtually with our GSC Technology Center.
TECH TALK program –
join us for weekly insights on current Tech trends – Thursdays at 9 am. Drop in!

MAY VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH– BARBARA WINKLER

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

In memory of Barbara Winkler; we would like to honor her as our May
Volunteer of the Month. Barbara was often smiling and willing to pitch in
wherever. She was actively involved in our center for many years, starting
as a Recreational Assistant, then in her retirement enjoying the types of
activities she once coordinated.

She held several offices on the Club 55 board – Treasurer and Secretary
and was on and off the board for the past 25 years. She also enjoyed Mah
Jong and crochet with a group. She adventured and traveled with the
center on numerous day and overnight trips. As seen here from March
2019, she attended many of the center’s and Club 55’s events.
She started her lifetime of service to her community as a Red Cross
volunteer after graduating from the University of Connecticut. She served
as the Northeast Regional President of the Navy Wives Club of America,
and went on to retire as Executive Director of the Navy Relief Society of
Connecticut.

Barbara will fondly be remembered by everyone at the center. She was
well liked and respected by many. We appreciate Barbara for all of her
years that she gave to the center as a dedicated volunteer.

Celebration of Life for Barbara will be held Friday, May 6th 1-3 pm by
her family here at THRIVE55+ in our main room. Friends are welcome.

McLew’s Breakfast Social- May 20th at 8:40am

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

Friday, May 20th 8:40 am, let us gather again for breakfast! Enjoy a hot breakfast while socializing with other great people.

Mmm mmm—Corned Beef  Hash, Scrambled Eggs, Toast,Pastry, Fruit Cup, Orange Juice, Coffee/Tea.

Cost is $10.00 per person     Registration needed by May 17th

 

GROTON DIVERSITY EQUITY INCLUSION COLLABORATION- MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

Posted on April 27, 2022 by Groton

Mental health is wealth, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month—May. The stigma around mental health and
treatment has long existed, even though this has started to change. Still, people hesitate to seek help or even talk about it
with their loved ones for fear of being judged and facing unnecessary backlash. Simple logic dictates that if we are hurt
anywhere, we must seek treatment to get better. This applies to both our mental- and physical well-being. Let us know how we can help!
Check out GROTON DEI COLLABORATION online at the Town of Groton website under RESIDENTS at https://www.groton-ct.gov/residents/dei/committee.php