WALK WITH EASE

More than just walking on your own.

This Arthritis Foundation designed walking program is proven to reduce pain and improve your overall health. Receive a pedometer and a workbook. Pre and post testing. Independent program for 6 weeks. Walk with us two days & one day on your own.

Learn about the program on Thu, Sep 6th at 10am

Start on Sep 11th @ 9am thru Oct 30th
Tue & Thu (a few extras days built in for rain)

Meet at Hole in the Wall parking lot.
Must register
$8pp fee

NUTRITION FACT OR FICTION – free! 

NUTRITION FACT OR FICTION free!
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH 10:30 AM

Here is an opportunity to learn the facts behind what you see online (or hear from a well-meaning friend) regarding the latest fad diets and nutrition “miracles”.

Also learn how to find accurate information to debunk any suspicious advertising claims yourself. Bring your curiosity and your questions.

FREE yet RSVP by 9/17. Open to the public

Suffering from Knee or Hip Pain?

Please join us Monday, Sept. 24 | 12:30–1:30pm

Suffering from Knee or Hip Pain?

this FREE educational seminar, learn more about:
Mako™ Robotic-arm assisted joint replacement surgery.

How this technique is more precise, recovery can be faster

Light refreshments will be served.

Presented by  Scott Stanat, MD
Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Certified Mako Robotic-arm Assisted Surgeon

Constitution Surgery Center East    Cross Road, Waterford

HartfordHealthCare.org/events   
1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)
Monday, Sept. 24 | 12:30–1:30pm
Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Rd, Groton

REGIONAL EVENT @ OCEAN BEACH PARK – October 5th

REGIONAL EVENT @ Ocean Beach “Under the Sea” Senior Prom

 

Fri, October 5th – 11:30am to 3pm

Entertainment by “Jose Paolo”
 

Sit Down Dinner:

Choice of Slow Roasted Top Round of Beef, Baked Cod w/Scallop and Crab Stuffing, or Boneless Breast of Chicken w/Herb Stuffing, Potato, Vegetable, Rolls, Coffee, Dessert, Cash Bar

Cost: $20pp – Make checks payable to “Senior Resources”

Transportation is available for an additional $1pp.

Register by September September 28th

OVER THE HILL GANG Hiking on Fridays

Couple Hiking

Fri mornings starting September 7th through October 26th

Time: 9am

For a list of hikes come to the Senior Center.
Hikes are local and away.  We will transport for away hikes @ $5pp.

Directions will be provided. Call to register and for more information.

Wear sturdy shoes – Bring a bottle of water, snack, sunscreen & bug spray.

 

5th ANNUAL PIG ROAST @ McCOOK’S POINT PARK – September 5th

Entertainment provided by: Michael Ciulla “Songs for Seniors”

Roast Pork – 3 Bean Salad – Potato Salad

Corned Bread – Watermelon

Cost: $10pp

Wednesday, September 5th

Lunch served at 2pm

Registration has begun

Must register by August 31st

 

Tribute to Hollywood

Dancing in the City performs Tribute to Hollywood host Mary Poppins and many tributes Sonny and Cher, Marilyn Monroe and more will be performing on September 26th at 1:00pm. Audience participation will be welcome!!

5th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration

On September 25th at 1:00pm we will be holding our 5th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration (90 and Over). If you or someone you know will be 90 or over by the end of 2018, please call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up to be honored at this celebration. All seniors, family members, and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate with us. Also those over 90 which have not already been added to our Wall of Honor will have a photograph taken at this event.

HAM Radio Class beginning in September 12th to November 14th

Ham Radio Class

Get out and meet new friends near and far! Learn the basics of radio, electronics and radio operating procedures and rules.  Prepare for the Technician Class Amateur Radio License examination.

Explore the world with Amateur (HAM) Radio. Learn the basics of radio, electronics and radio operating procedures and rules. Licensed amateurs meet others on the air both locally and around the world. They also assist their communities with public service and emergency communications when other systems fail. Tri-City Amateur Radio Club offers this class to prepare participants for the Technician Class Amateur Radio License examination. Students should obtain a copy of The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual, Technician Class, 4th Edition, available online from the Amateur Radio Relay League at www.arrl.org. The license exam will be offered at the conclusion of the class. A Morse code test is not required.

Costs: $5 for class  (only fee paid to GSC) plus $30 for manual, order at www.arrl.org; $15 for License Exam

Link: https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ctgroton.wsc/search.html?module=AR&fmid=66344995