May Day Trips

Posted on May 2, 2019

Trips depart from the Senior at 9am, unless otherwise indicated.

(*LOYO*  Lunch On Your Own, so please bring money for your lunch.)

Note: There is a $5 trip surcharge for non-members.

May 1    (WED) Warwick Mall; Warwick, RI  ($ Bring Money for Shopping & for Lunch);  Register By 12:00 on Fri., Apr 26

May 8    (WED) Grasso Tech Salon & Lunch; Groton  ($ Bring Money for Services & for Lunch);  Register By 12:00 on Fri.,  May 3

May 15  (WED) Groton Senior Center Active Living Expo & Paul’s Pasta for Lunch   ($ Bring Money for Possible Spending & Lunch); Register By 12:00 on Fri., May 10

May 22  (WED) Downtown Mystic & LOYO ($ Bring Money for Shopping & for Lunch);  Register By 12:00 on Fri.,  May 17

May 29  (WED)  Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds; Old Lyme & Lenny & Joe’s for Lunch; Westbrook   ($ Bring Money for Possible Spending & Lunch); Register By 12:00 on Fri., May 24

 

IMPORTANT TRANSPORTATION POLICY UPDATE

  1. TRIP RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS DUE DATES will appear in the section above.
  2. PAYMENTS ARE DUE WHEN THE RESERVATIONS ARE MADE. If you are unable to pay at that time, you should place your name on the waiting list. Reservations for trips may be made over the telephone only if there is no payment required.
  3. RESERVATIONS ARE NON-TRANSFERRABLE
  4. REFUNDS: No Refunds are given on day trips if a replacement is not found for your spot. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE SENIOR CENTER DOES NOT PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO AND FROM THE VEHICLE. THE NEW LONDON SENIOR CENTER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DECLINE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES BASED ON THE CURRENT GUIDELINES FOR INDEPENDENT TRANSPORTATION.

DECLINE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES BASED ON THE CURRENT GUIDELINES FOR INDEPENDENT TRANSPORTATION.

 

“Spotlight”- Mirna Bayona

Posted on May 2, 2019

Words just don’t seem to exist that explain how much we love and appreciate you, Ms. Mirna!  You are incredibly kind and helpful to everyone. You have the sweetest heart and are always so gracious!  It’s tremendously heartwarming to witness the way you go out of your way for others!

We feel such warmth and happiness each time we see you!

You are very loved, Ms. Mirna!

 

Groton Rotary Dinner for a great cause!

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Groton

Sign up now for the GROTON ROTARY DINNER at GSC  FRIDAY, MAY 10TH 5 PM

TO BENEFIT GROTON ROTARY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Rotary scholar awards of $2,000 will be given to three graduating seniors from
of the Groton high schools. Selection of awardees is based on: Scholastic Achievements, School/Club Leadership Activities, and Community Service to Others, with consideration of Need and Educational Ambitions.

GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST, MASHED POTATOES, GRAVY, GREEN BEANS, DESSERT, PUNCH, COFFEE

$7 per person Registration is required
860-441-6785 or www.grotonrec.com
Deadline to sign up for this dinner is May 8.

Proceeds go towards Groton Rotary Scholarship Fund.

 

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Saturday, August 10th- Trip to PLYMOUTH WHALE WATCH at PLYMOUTH, MA

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Griswold

Cost is $99.00 per person

This is an unforgettable day trip to Plymouth, Mass. Enjoy a luncheon at the Hearth & Kettle Restaurant and a visit to Plymouth Rock. A four hour narrated informative whale watch to Stellwagen Bank, feeding ground of the world’s largest mammals.

Open to the Public

Wednesday, May 29th- Get Healthy

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Griswold

Time: 12:15pm

We all want to get healthy, so we started our own monthly group to help each other achieve our goals. Our meetings are fun and informative. It’s an open forum. We  share tips on planning a healthy menu, exercise and other great ideas. Please join us.

Bring a smile to Someone’s Face!

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Griswold

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is looking for volunteers (ages 55+) and clients (ages 65+)  to make a difference in your community. Many opportunities to visit or shop for older or disabled individuals, deliver meals on wheels, tutor in schools, serve veterans, and referrals to other community agencies. Volunteer around your schedule and make a positive impact!

New London County – Georgia James 860-425-6608—   gjames@tvcca.org

Windhan County— Robin Lynch  860-779-9286  – rlynch@tvcca.org

NOTE:  PLEASE REFRAIN FROM PERFUME!. Many people have an allergy or may be very sensitive to fragrances. Thank you

 

Rental Rebate Program

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Griswold

We will begin taking application in May.

Ashland Manor Community Room-  Thursday, May 16th  1:00-2:30pm

McCluggage Manor Community Room-  Thursday, May 23rd  1:00-2:30pm

Ledgewood Community Room- Thursday, May 30th  1:00-2:30pm

In House Dates in June-  Call for an appointment on the In House dates.

Thursday, May 9th- “Finding our Family Stories.” with Author Bernice L. Rocque

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Griswold

Time: 12:30pm – 1:45pm

Please join us for a special program with Author Bernice L. Rocque, a Norwich, CT native and family historian, will discuss and read from two books based on her Polish, Lithuanian, Russian, and French-Canadian roots. Ms. Rocque will also reflect on what she’s learned in finding her families stories and portraying her family’s “characters” via fiction and nonfiction. Both books will be available for purchase and signing. (Robin – $12. Ponemah – $15)