The month of May is named for the Roman goddess Maia, who oversaw the growth of plants.
May 1st is May Day. Mark the return of spring by bringing in branches of forsythia, lilacs or other flowering shrubs.
May’s full moon, the full Flower Moon, will occur on May 7th.
May 10th is Mother’s Day. HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
May 16th is Armed Forces Day which honors those who serve in all branches of the US military.
May 27th is Memorial Day which honors those who have died while serving in the military.
The Senior Center is taking this time to ensure we have your most up to date contact information. If you have not heard from us yet, give us a call so we can get your email address. As we move to re-open, it will be significantly easier if we can send out email blasts to our
participants. Thanks so much!
If we are out of the office, please leave us a message.
It’s special because we don’t have any programs or trips to announce but we want to stay in touch with you.
Feel free to call us. We’re in the office sporadically as we are out daily delivering Meals on Wheels but we check our messages. If you need something or know someone who needs something, give us a jingle. Or if you just want to chat with someone, call us. We MISS seeing and talking to all of you. Stay safe. Stay strong.
Delicious lunch at the CHOWDER POT III in Branford, CT. Known for their generous portions of fresh food, the Chowder Pot’s menu features choice of: Baked Stuffed Sole, Baked Salmon, OR Chicken Piccata. New York Style Cheesecake for dessert. Enjoy! Entrée Choice in Advance. THIMBLE ISLANDS CRUISE aboard the Sea Mist takes us along the Rocky Isles off Stony Creek Coast in Branford, CT. See the wonderful estates and learn the stories of these beautiful islands.
COST: $125 resident (Includes deluxe motor coach, all admissions, & gratuity to driver) Depart: 11:30am Est, Return: 6pm
**NOTE: Approximately 2 block walk to boat from the coach bus on a paved hill.
Departure Time: TBA
Take me out to the ball game! We take a bus from Groton Senior Center to Fenway to cheer on our 2018 World Series Champs play the Minnesota Twins Sox from our Loge Box Section 160 seats. We take our own premium coach bus to the 1:05 pm game. This is a family friendly afternoon game. We have 40 seats only! Cost is $160/resident includes transportation, game ticket and driver gratuity. 40 person max
Harlem is so much more than you can imagine! Our unforgettable 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 backstage full of signatures of all the famous musicians and artists that have performed here. Lunch at Dinosaur Barbeque, a popular Harlem restaurant. Our family style menu will include: Chopped Salad, BBQ Ribs, 1/4 Chicken, 2 Sides, Soft Drinks & Cookies. A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history and beauty that is in Harlem, from the Harlem Meer in Central Park, the exterior of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, the famous brownstones, the beautiful West side and so much more!! COST: $130pp (Includes deluxe motor coach, all admissions & gratuities to Driver & Tour Director) Depart: 7am GSC
(MATINEE 1 PM SHOW) At Newport’s only Dinner Theater enjoy their great home-style buffet, a wonderful play in their intimate theater and a fun-filled cabaret in the dining room. Buffet 11:30am, Curtain 1:00 pm & Cabaret always follows the play. SEX PLEASE ,WE ARE SIXTY is written by: Michael Parker & Susan Parker produced by: Newport Playhouse and directed by: Harland Meltzer. “If you need a rollicking good time filled with laughter, this is a must-see play.” – The City Wire. We leave at 9:45 am & return approx. 6 pm at GSC.
Cost $57 /resident. Max of 20. Only for those 55 plus
(back up date Friday, June 5th)
We missed you! We missed one another!
Let’s breakfast together and hangout—in person!
8:40am $7 per person. Menu – Corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, toast, pastry, fruit cup, oj and coffee. As always, fun door prizes too!
Registration is required. 860-441-6785
www.grotonrec.com
At the time this newsletter is being printed, we are still experiencing the COVD-19 health crisis. GSC staff has been working diligently behind closed doors safely to provide you take out meals, reschedule all the great programs, events & trips. Please call the Center for updated information on programs and services as we eventually return to normal schedules 860-441-6785.
