EMERGENCY INFO- All Call Is Back!

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

The Town of Groton Emergency Management System has a system to generate a call when a class is canceled. This is similar to the system that was previously used. The call will come from 860-445-2000 and will say the Town of Groton has an emergency message and it will then say the message. This system will be used to notify everyone of any changes made to their schedule due to cancellation, weather, or other related reasons. Please listen to the whole message.

STAFF UPDATE Welcome to our two newest staff members!

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

Jennifer Meakem (left) and Kirsti Zarn (right) are joining the Senior Center at the front desk.

Jennifer previously worked for Connecticut College. She is a Mystic resident, wife, and mother of a 5 year old little girl, Brooklyn.

Kirsti has worked for The Town Of Groton for 10 years starting as the Mail Courier and later with the Parks and Recreation department. She lives in Norwich with her husband and has a grown son.

Stop by and say hi to Jennifer and Kirsti next time you’re in the Center!

Get Out, Get Active, Have fun! Spring has sprung!

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

Here at the Groton Senior Center we are celebrating the warmer temperatures and longer days with programs, events, and activities that promote outdoor activity. We hope you are inspired by the quotes in this issue of the newsletters and that you find something that motivates you to get out and enjoy everything that Groton has to offer this time of year!

OATS – Our Outdoor Active & Traveling Seniors programs feature hikes and day trips for anyone looking for a little adventure. Look for upcoming experiences.

Active Living Expo – This annual event on Wednesday, May 24 brings local businesses and organizations here to the Groton Senior Center with information for all ages on living an active and healthy life.

National Trails Day – We encourage you to get out and explore our local trails with guided hikes at several local parks on Saturday, June 3.

New to the Groton Senior Center?

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

Let us show you around! Our volunteer Senior Ambassadors will be offering tours on Thursdays and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Call ahead and we’ll reserve a spot for you!

INFO LINE PHONE NUMBER 860-445-2989

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

NEW! The Groton Senior Center now has an Information Line! You can call to check on the status of classes, trips, or anything happening at the Center. This number will be used for information only and will not take messages. Call before you Go! (860) 445-2989

D-Day: Invasion of Normandy

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Lyme / Old Lyme

In remembrance of D Day June 6, 1944 the Lymes’ Senior Center is sponsoring a two part program on D-Day, Invasion of Normandy by Kelvin W. Cole. The programs will be held on Tuesdays, June 6 and June 13 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Guest speaker Kelvin W. Cole is a frequent presenter on historical subjects who will share his personal slides from his extensive travels abroad.

On June 6, Mr. Cole will give Prelude to D-Day describing the fall of Western Europe to the Nazis and the construction of their defenses and the Atlantic Wall in their bid to keep it.

On June 13 he will continue the presentation with D-Day: N-O-R-M-A-N-D-Y describing the “Perfect Storm” of events that descended upon the Nazi’s “Fortress Europe” and resulted in the Allied victory with the collapse and German surrender eleven months later.   Mr. Cole has educated a variety of audiences ranging from senior citizen groups to high school students, historical societies and public library forums across Connecticut.  He has been an invited speaker in France, the Czech Republic, and Africa (Tunisia).

Drug Take Back

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Lyme / Old Lyme

The Medicine Shoppee will sponsor a free Drug Take Back on June 6th from 11:30-12:30pm.  In addition they will also have information and appointments available for a free service that they offer to prevent medication errors through special packaging of your current medications.