ELLIS ISLAND and STATUE OF LIBERTY Tuesday, September 26, 2017

ELLIS ISLAND and STATUE OF LIBERTY
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
 
From 1892 to 1954, millions of immigrants began their American dream here: The Great Hall, where the immi-grants were processed, the four rooms where immigrants were detained.
 
 When today’s visitors disembark at Ellis Island, they stand under the recreated historic canopy – the same point where immigrants began the process toward American citizenship.
 
 Included with your admission is the new 45 minute AUDIO GUIDE, inviting visitors to relive the immigrant experience as if “they” were the new arrival.
 
 Roundtrip Ferry ticket allows you to depart Liberty Park, NJ and get off at both Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty Island.
Friendship Tours arranges the components of the tours.
 
COST: $94 per resident (Includes Deluxe Motorcoach, Sightseeing & Attractions, Friendship Tours Tour Director & Gratuities to Driver & Tour Director)
 
Depart: 6:00am Groton Senior Center
Estimated Return: 8:30pm Groton
For Reservations: Groton Senior Center
860-441-6785
Make checks payable to: Town of Groton
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Bingo

Bingo will be played on July 19th at 1:00pm.  The admission is $1.00 at the door.

Wed, Jun 28th- BETTER BREATHING – Smart Strategies for the Summer

BETTER BREATHING: SMART STRATEGIES FOR

MAINTAINING WELLNESS IN

THE SUMMER MONTHS

 

Have COPD, Asthma, or any other pulmonary disease?

Learn how to enjoy your summer and defend yourself against humidity and poor air quality!

Presented by: Stacey Murphy ,Registered Respiratory Therapist from Gladeview Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Wed, Jun 28th at 10:00am. Free.

 

Better Breathing: Smart Strategies for Maintaining Wellness

Better Breathing: Smart Strategies for Maintaining Wellness in the Summer Months

Have COPD, Asthma, or other Pulmonary Disease? Join us on July 18th at 1:00pm to learn how to enjoy your summer and defend yourself against the humidity and poor air quality! Presented by Stacey Murphy, Registered Respiratory Therapist from Gladeview Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Food Safety 101 presentation June 21 at 1 pm

Register today for   Food Safety 101

Did you know that 1 in 6 Americans get sick from food poisoning each year? And older adults are at an even higher risk of serious complications because of their weakened immune systems.  The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service is offering “Food Safety 101” to seniors and food service volunteers at the Groton Senior Center.  Come and learn some great tips for keeping you and others safe from foodborne illness.

Speaker: Thomas Collaro,USDA Food Safety Ambassador

June 21, 2017 1:00PM

You must register for this program so that enough materials are provided. To register call 860-441-6785.

Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340

 

Summer Concert Series

July 13th @ 7:00pm Summer Sounds Concert: The Cartells       Also at  6:00pm., the Lions Club will be selling Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chicken Skewers, and french fries.

Bring your lawn chair, blankets, picnic dinners etc. and enjoy a free night out with your family! If it rains we will hold the concerts inside.   If you know any local businesses that would like to sponsor a concert, please have them call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 for more information.

Tips on Healthy Eating

Emily Barber from Rehab Concepts Physical Therapy will be here on July 12th at 1:00pm to discuss Healthy Eating. Learn what healthy eating is and how to make healthy food choices to increase your energy, improve your mood and your health.

Drawing and Watercolor

Drawing and Watercolor :  Tuesdays 10 am to 12 noon, July 11 to Aug 15.   5 week class $30.To register call Stephanie at 860 434-1605 ext. 240.

This class will combine drawing with some simple watercolor techniques and pen that works well for producing on the spot paintings. Weather permitting we will work outside for a few classes. Students will learn to see and draw the basic shapes of plants, animals and landscapes; and how to add details after they have the basic construction of the forms. For students who wish to only work with drawing materials, all the exercises will also be able to done in black and white. To first class, bring what you have for drawing and/or watercolor materials. We will go over a suggested supply list in the first class to see if you need to add anything.
Instructor: Sharon Schmiedel, to see Sharon’s artwork go to www.sharon.gallery.   Sharon has a BFA in painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art. She works in watercolor, acrylics, and collage. These works are energetic and expressive; it is the opposite direction from the many years she spent working in technical illustration, medical illustration, and graphic design. She is currently painting, exhibiting her artwork, and teaching.