Learn Helpful tips on aging in your home, when to know when it’s the right time to downsize, what oth- er types of living/care options are available are available in the area and much more! Join us after each lecture for a Q & A session! *These lectures will take place at the Old Lyme Town Hall in the Big Meeting Room*
Wednesday, May 22nd: Estate Planning, Care Planning and More
Tuesday, June 18th: Discovering Different Types of Care

Wednesday, May 15th at 11:00am

Presented by Garrett Duffy from Norcom Mortgage. A reverse mortgage is a safe, secure and easy way for seniors to turn their home’s equity into cash to meet any
financial need. Join us to learn the facts from a trusted local Lending Professional. There is more to a reverse mortgage than what you have heard. Let’s talk about it.

Upcoming Lectures are FREE for members, $10 for non-members

May 1st at 1 PM: *More* Royal Assassinations w/ Bow Tie Historian
May 28th at 1 PM: Kellogg Brothers w/ Mallory Howard
June 5th at 1 PM: The Gilded Age Mansions w/ the Bow Tie Historian
June 24th at 1 PM: 1944 Hartford Circus Fire w/ Mallory Howar

Thursdays at 2:00pm

Bring your mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, bass or ukulele and join in for a good old time gathering of music play. Whether you haven’t picked up your instrument in a while or play every day come join a fun group and make music! free and open to all skill levels.

Must register 860-441-6785 or stop by the center.

Gentle Walk Wednesdays with Wendy- Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month (unless noted  otherwise) at 9:30 AM, location changes monthly. The walks are easy, fairly flat dirt paths with some uneven footing, unless noted. Gentle pace. Bring a walking stick, water bottle and dress for the weather. Reservations are required. Inclement weather cancels.

May *22nd* at 9:30 AM @ Watch Rock Preserve; 7 Joel Road, Old Lyme: Meet at the parking lot. We will walk along the edge of the water with beautiful views of the salt marshes. Bring your binoculars.
A fairly easy 1 mile. Directions: Turn onto Frontage Road off Rte 156 across from McCurdy Rd. Take a right and then another right. Go straight to the parking lot.

Stop by The Nook in May for a pop up Mother’s Day sale, various artists will be selling their handmade creations for the month of May. Treat your favorite person to a special gift!

Take a Walk Wednesday with Wendy- Meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 9:30 AM, location changes monthly. The walks are moderate (narrow dirt paths with some uneven footing, rocks, and moderate inclines). Walk is paced to group. Mileage is approximate. Bring a water bottle and dress for the weather. Reservations are required. Inclement weather cancels.

May 8th at 9:30 AM @ John Lohman CT River Preserve; 33 Colt Lane, Old Lyme CT: Parking is along the road. A short steep incline opens to a beautiful expanse of meadow. We will walk along the mowed path to each our destination, Whale Rock, a spectacular outcropping with views of Lord Cove and the CT River. Bring your binoculars. 1.5 miles.

Friday – Sunday, May 17-19, 2024 here at Thrive 55+

Website link for ticket purchases is: https://www.grotontheatre.org/shop/

Tickets are $15 and $12 for seniors/students

Broadway Series: Featuring the choreography of Bob Fosse—Monday, June 10th and Monday, August 12th at 12:30 PM @ the Lyme Library: This 3-part movie musical series originated on Broadway and were made into movie musicals that share similar themes. This series is facilitated by Fred Verillo, with a short commentary before each showing. Free snacks and refreshments are provided during this series. April’s screening was “Chicago”, June’s is “Cabaret” and August’s is “Sweet Charity”.

Old Lyme Town Band Performance– Wednesday, May 29th at 6 PM @ Christ the King Church– Enjoy a musical night at Christ the King Church, here in Old Lyme! This event is free and open to the public.