SCAM Talk postponed to March 5th
Gnog (talent) Show Luncheon Fri Feb 21
Creative Arts with Kerri
Mondays at 10:00 a.m.
Fit Dance
Tue & Thu from 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Session Class – Price of class varies based on the number of classes offered
Fit Dance is exercise in disguise. This 55 minute class begins with 35 minutes of dance (ChaCha, Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Pop, etc) followed by toning and balancing exercises. Class ends with a standing stretch. Come join the party! Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.
Free Spring & Romance Concert Thursday, February 13th at 7 pm
JUST IN As Time Goes By – Community Swing Band will be offering another free concert here Thursday, February 13th at 7 pm. Save the date!
Why Weights Class – Mondays at 8:30
To register, call (860)434-1605 ext. 241 or email seniorcenter@oldlyme-ct.gov
Must be a member to register; all classes meet once a week
CLUB 55: The Year In Review
Club 55 enjoyed a great year in 2024 thanks to its members, Thrive 55+ staff and all of you. Our success was due to the gifted bakers, creative quilters, talented crafters and willing volunteers who made our programs and events wonderful. Thank you for your support!
Highlights:
- Valentine’s Day pop-up coupon giveaway for a coffee and a treat at The Cove. NEW!
- Spirited Soles Irish Dance Troupe sponsored by Club 55 for the Center’s St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
- Flea Market on May 11th
- Remembrance Gathering on May 23rd NEW!
- Academic Achievement Awards granted to five Groton residents for a total of $3500
- Bake Sale at the Groton Outdoor Market on June 8th
- Scoopmobile visit with free ice cream for 120 people at Thrive 55+ on July 24th NEW!
- Celebration of Summer Dinner Dance with DJ Gabe on August 23rd
- Octoberfest Dessert Table with free treats for all on October 24th NEW!
- Artisans Fair on November 2nd
- Sponsor Santa’s visit and Children’s Craft Table at Groton’s Season of Celebrations event on December 7th
- Holiday Luncheon with the Ledyard Carolers and door prizes on December 18th
Cash Contributions:
- Groton Sail Monument Foundation $250
- Fund for seniors facing food insecurity $400
- SubVets Thanksgiving Caring & Sharing $500
- CT DVA Veterans Outreach and Support $500
- Americares for Hurricane Helene Response $342
In addition, the Club’s Center Improvement Fund pays for a variety of small equipment needs at Thrive 55+.
CLUB 55 meeting TUESDAY Jan 14th at 12:30 pm
Want to be more involved at our center in 2025? Come on and join us for our CLUB 55 meeting TUESDAY Jan 14th at 12:30 pm. Come here about all the fantastic Club 55 events happening in 2025 and get yourself more involved with these fantastic people!