The State of Connecticut is still in Phase 2 of reopening and the following measures are still in place:
Capacity limit of 50% for most businesses that reopen.
Strict cleaning and disinfection protocols in all settings.
Those who can work from home should continue to do so.
Those in high-risk groups (comorbidities) and over the age of 65 should continue to stay safe and stay home.
Facemasks should continue to be worn in public at all times.
Specific to Senior Centers are that outdoor events will be limited to 100 people. Indoor events will be limited to 50% of building capacity or 25 people per space (whichever is smaller). ALL participants must be logged in through a check-in process to support contract tracing. Programs are to be scheduled to allow for decreased congestion, and time to sanitize before the start of a new one. Café meal sites should not open at this time. Registration for any program must e advance. Any activity run by Senior Centers must maintain 6 ft of social distancing at all times.
In short, a return to “normal” operation is not recommended at this time.

Aug 30, 2020 – Sept 5, 2020

Fall Picnic Tuesday, September 15th   Tail gate style

4 meals per one vehicle $25.00  or $8.00 per meal

Meal choice is required at time of registration

Two options for lunch:  Cheeseburger and Fries or Fried Fish and Fries with choice of side : Coleslaw/ Macaroni Salad/ Cold Pickled Beets and desert and choice of soda or water.

Register at www.grotonrec.com or 860-441-6785.  MUST REGISTER BY FRIDAY, Sept 11, 2020

Check in is at 11:30 AM/Lunch and Entertainment is at noon

Door Prize – 1 raffle ticket per meal

Travel with us virtually on Zoom

Tuesday, August 25,2020   1:45p.m.-3:00.m.

Senior Learning Network Presents:

The Cabinet of Curiosities   Every year, thousands of people visit Mystic Seaport Museum to explore the world-class exhibits, climb aboard tall ships, and learn about life on sea and shore. But many people are unaware of the vast collections of artifacts, documents, photography, rare books, boats, ship’s plans and film and video at the Museum! This program will take you on an adventure behind locked doors into the “vault” that stores the Museum collections. Within the collection are many unusual and surprising artifacts. Virtual visitors will have a chance to see everything from unusual animal parts and strange furniture, to a curious secret ingredient used in some perfumes

Please call the front desk for the ID  to Zoom for the program. 441-6785

Holocaust survivor, Andy Sarkany, will be sharing his story on a virtual platform on Tuesday, September 22nd at 7:00pm. Born in Budapest, Hungary on October 31, 1936. Mr. Sarkany lived inside the Budapest ghetto which is where he remained during the Holocaust. Over the past 10 years Mr. Sarkany has been speaking to audiences about his personal experiences during the holocaust, living under the brutality of the Soviet Union regime in Hungary, and finding a home in the United States. This program is free and Sponsored by The Friends of the Lyme Public Library. PTo register and get the zoom code please email the senior center at seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov.

While we anticipate opening the center on September 1st, that is subject to change should the State of CT  not go in to Reopening  Phase 3.  Please make sure you follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/GROTONSC) for the most up to date opening information.

You can also call the “call before you go” line at 860-445-2989.

Senior Learning Presents: World Wildlife Fund- Behind the Scenes

We protect wildlife for many reasons. It is a source of inspiration. It nurtures a sense of wonder. It is integral to the balance of nature! But in every corner of the world, wildlife and wild places are in danger. Climate change. Habitat loss. Poaching. Deforestation. What is being done to create sustainable solutions to some of these greatest challenges? The World Wildlife Fund is dedicated to improving ways that nature and people coexist. Join Ryan Young, a geographer from the World Wildlife Fund as he unpacks amazing tools, and innovative uses of maps and technology that are helping to make great strides in facing these current challenges. Ryan works with some of the world’s largest companies in this arena, and the projects he contributes to are helping to improve conditions for a variety of wildlife, and conservation landscapes around the world. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain insight into what is being done- and perhaps what we can do- to save this beautiful, vulnerable, and utterly irreplaceable planet we call Home.

Please call the front desk for the ID to Zoom for the program.
860-441-6785

Community Share:

A CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS of RIVER POETRY

In 2005, the 4th Sunday of September was declared World Rivers Day. This year that will be Sunday, Sept. 27th.

Help our community honor the Thames, Poquonnock, and Mystic Rivers: Tap into memories or light up your imagination and SUBMIT POEMS or PROSE of up to 150 words to Groton Senior Center, August 31 – September 4th.

Selected works will be chosen to be read aloud for a recorded segment on Groton Municipal Television or for online display. Pieces will also help promote a Parks & Recreation Dept. Family River Clean-Up on the day.

River Poetry is one of several activities highlighting the Town of Groton’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) – a series of catch basins and underground pipes which convey rainwater & snowmelt from streets to outlying areas to avert flooding. CT towns are issued a mandatory MS4 permit by the CT Department of Energy & Environmental Protection. Citizens can support clean rivers by keeping storm drains clear & free of pollution.

Questions? Contact Michelle at Groton Public Works, 860-448-4544 or  mmaitland@groton-ct.gov

Visit this link from Mystic’s local independent bookstore, Bank Square Books, for a dedicated World Rivers Day booklist featuring poetry and river content  https://www.banksquarebooks.com/worldriversday20

Coastal Café Take Out is available weekdays

Orders can be called in starting at 9 am.  860-441-6785

Orders will be picked up curbside—just pull up-11:30 am-12:30 pm.

Take Out lunch menu 8/17 -8/21

8/17 Monday – Stuffed cabbage, mac & cheese, vegetable.

8/18 Tuesday – Luau Parade: Rib-eye steak, jasmine rice, coleslaw. $10.00 Sign-up.

8/19 Wednesday – Chicken & dumplings, side salad.

8/20 Thursday – Pork stroganoff, bow tie pasta, vegetable.

8/21 Friday – Baked seasoned haddock, fries, vegetable.

At this time, we are only providing hot meals (NO soups, sandwiches, salad bar)