Thursday, June 6th at 2:00pm
Join us at TreeTrails Adventures in Mystic for rope climbing course with ziplining and adventure. We meet there for 2pm OATS reservation. Cost is $ 38 pp for 3hours including equipment & introduction.
Trip: “South Pacific” at the Goodspeed
Wednesday, June 26th at 12:45am
East Haddam to enjoy the 2:00 pm show of SOUTH PACIFIC.
On a lush tropical island during World War II, battles of the heart are center stage in the Goodspeed premiere of the soaring Rodgers and Hammerstein classic. A lovestruck nurse and a young lieutenant are pulled into the tide of separate romances in an exotic world of risk and passion. But prejudice clouds their potential paradise. Get swept away by twin love stories and a rapturous score that includes “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,” “Bali Ha’i” and more.
Show is approx. 2.5 hrs (including intermission). We depart Thrive 55+ at 12:45 pm. Cost is $75 resident/ $85 non resident.
Trip: Historical Harlem
Saturday, June 22nd
Depart: 7:45am and Estimated Return: 8:00pm
Reservations: Call Thrive55+ at 860-441-6785
Cost: $193pp
Trip includes…
- Special guided tour of Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre. The tour is educational, entertaining, and inspirational. Hear the story of the theatre and legendary people who performed here such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, James Brown, the Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and so many more.
- Lunch at the famous Slyvia’s restaurant served family style. Started by an ambitious woman in 1962, Slyvia’s had become an icon and place to be seen. Presidents, Senators, Govenors, Mayors, and people who appreciate delicious food flock to Sylvia’s. Sample menu: BBQ Chicken & Country Fried Fish, potato salad, collard greens, dessert, iced tea, soda, and coffee
- A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history, and beauty that is 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!
Seniors Farmers Market Vouchers
- Eligibility is 60 years of age or older OR disabled under the age of 60 who lives in senior housing where congregate nutrition services are provided. Income of not more than 185% poverty guidelines ($2,322/month or $27,861/annual for household of 1; $3,151/month or $37,814/annual for household of 2, etc). Participants can go through means testing to support income eligibility (i.e., SNAP or Medicaid).
- Cards can be used to purchase only CT grown fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey.
- Cards can only be accepted at authorized locations (a list of farm markets and farm stands will be provided). It is likely possible to coordinate “pop-up” markets at a senior center or other location if working with an authorized farmer.
Please contact the Senior Center if you are interested in receiving a Farmers Market Voucher. Please contact Senior Resources directly at 860-887-3561.
Over the Hill Hiking Group June Hikes
*9:30am start time*
June 7 – Banningwoods
Hadlyme – Easy
Cindy
June 14 – Lay Preserve
Old Lyme – Moderate
Jan
June 21 – Champlain South
Old Lyme – Difficult
Gail
June 28 – Lester & Atkinson Preserve
Gales Ferry – Difficult
Debbie & Barry
ROMEO Club: Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock
Wednesday, June 26th at 11:00am –> New London
(11:30am at the Restaurant)
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).
Senior Lunch Bunch: The Waterfront, New London
Wednesday, June 12th
Departing 11:0am, lunch at 11:30am at the restaurant
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 fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Trip: “Cemetery Club” at Newport Playhouse
Tuesday, June 11th – **Waitlist only**
Three Jewish widows meet once a month for tea before going to visit their husbands’ graves. Ida is sweet tempered and ready to begin a new life; Lucille is a feisty embodiment of the girl who just wants to have fun; and Doris is priggish and judgmental, particularly when Sam the butcher enters the scene. He meets the widows while visiting his wife’s grave. Doris and Lucille squash the budding romance between Sam and Ida.
Lunch is included. Minimal walking. Trip fee $122pp. Registration now open.
Project Thank You
Thursday, June 27th, from 11 am – 12 pm
A fun & interactive program that puts gratitude into action.
Tap into the power of thank you notes and learn how to spread joy! Led by Jude Carter.
Learn how gratitude impacts our health and happiness
Understand how thank you notes lift spirits
Learn easy and fun ways to write great notes
Write a thank you note!
Register by June 25th.
Senior Living and Care Options
Tuesday, June 18th from 10:30am – 12pm
55+ adult communities, life plan retirement communities, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing facilities, or staying put.
Whether you are planning for yourself or assisting a loved one, there are many options to navigate. Join Jane Fisher, Certified Senior Advisor, who will help us understand the options and make informed plans. Topics covered will include:
• What does “home” mean and when is the right time to make a transition to senior living housing?
• What senior living & care options are available in our area? What are the costs? What services and amenities do they offer?
• Selecting the right place at the right time
• Staying home instead of moving
• Paying for senior living and care
Registration begins June 3rd. Register by June 14th.