Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm
High quality group lessons. Learn how to play and meet others interested in music lessons. Must know the C Family Chord Group. Instrument required.
Thursday, October 8th and Thursday, October 22nd-Drive In BINGO
Time: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Please join us for safely distanced outdoor Bingo
At Groton Senior Center Side Parking Lot.
Please Bring Your Favorite Lawn Chair
Space Is Limited-Registration is Required by calling 860-441-6785
The 75 Best Virtual Museum Tours Around the World [Art, History, Science, and Technology]
The spread of COVID-19 has placed a halt on so many things in our lives,
especially our ability to travel, causing many to cancel the vacations they had
planned. But while we may be stuck inside, that doesn’t mean we can’t have
some new experiences in the meantime. So we’ve put together an ultimate list
of 75 world-class museums that offer virtual tours that you can visit from the
comfort of your couch!
Many of the virtual tours include exhibit walk-throughs and the ability to examine some of the world’s best paintings, sculptures, and other pieces up close and personal. These virtual tours are jam-packed with enough details to make you feel like you’re really visiting the museum. The experiences are sure to entertain the whole family, an art or history buff, or even those of us who want to imagine the joys of travel again!
We’ve broken our list down into 4 easy to review sections, including art, natural
history, science and technology, and history museums. So whether you prefer to
take in a painting at the Van Gogh museum, check out an SR-71 Blackbird at the
Museum of Flight, or gaze upon the Rosetta Stone, this list has it all!
https://upgradedpoints.com/best-virtual-museum-tours/
Free Technology
Are you 60 and over, socially isolated, and would you benefit from technology that gives you access to online programs, services, email services etc? As part of the Cares Act funding, Stay Connected is offering free appropriate technology to those that qualify.
Those that qualify for this program will also receive training on how to use these devices. Please call the Senior Center @ 860-434-1605 to request a screening.
Trick or Treat Parade
Please join us on Friday, On October 30th between 1:00-2:00pm we will be having a drive thru TRICK OR TREAT PARADE for our members. We will be asking everyone to drive through with a mask on. Although you do not have to dress up for this event, if you do dress up, you will be entered to win a $25.00 gift card to Big Y. Registration before Friday, October 23rd is required for this event. Call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to register.
October Combined Calendar
October 24th- Chili Cook Off
Please join us for our annual Chili Cook Off with a 2020 twist- We will hold it outside from 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
As always, area EMS departments battle to see who makes the best chili. This year we will host the event outside to ensure safety and social distancing for all who attend. In addition, we will have pumpkin decorating for the kids. You can also cozy up around one of the fire pits with your chili.
$10 per person, $5 for kids 10 and under.
This family friendly event won’t disappoint. Tickets can be purchased online at www.grotonrec.com or by calling 860-441-6785.
Wednesday, October 14th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m- Drive Thru Flu and Pneumonia Clinic
As a reminder, our drive thru Flu & Pneumonic Clinic will be conducted on Wednesday, October 14th from 10:00 – 12:00 at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road.
Pre-registrations are a must! For individuals who have pre-registered with this office, there will be a red star next to your name on this newsletter. I will be mailing an additional document to those individuals who have pre-registered under separate cover, to review and return to us on clinic day. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext.6.
If you have not registered for our clinic but, are interested in participating, please contact the office as soon as possible.
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged us to think in new and different ways to provide essential services to our community. The drive-thru clinic is our attempt to offer to you, our friends, the continuation of providing the influenza & pneumonic clinic at your local senior center.
Whether you participate in our clinic or not, we wish you good health and peace of mind during these trying times.
FitDance Gold at McCook’s/Bandshell at 3pm starts on Tuesday, September 8th
Tue and Thu afternoons through September at McCook’s Park at the bandshell. As you pull into McCook’s, head up the hill and park at the upper lot. The bandshell is located on the grass. You must register prior to the start of the class and complete a new registration form. You must wear your mask coming to and exiting from the class but you can take it off during the class. You must position yourself at least 6 feet away from your neighbor. You must bring your water.
In all instances, if you are sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.
If you have been in contact with someone who was sick or experiencing symptoms
you are to stay home.
Yoga at Bridebrook Park at 9am on September 8th
Senior Yoga has resumed will be held at Bridebrook Park on Tue mornings through September. As you pull into the parking lot, the class will be on your left. You must complete a new registration form before you take the class which will be available with the instructor. You must wear your mask coming to the class and exiting from the class but you can take it off during the class. You must position yourself 6 feet away from your neighbor. You must bring your own mat and any other supplies you may need.
In all instances, if you are sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.
If you have been in contact with someone who was sick or experiencing symptoms
you are to stay home.