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Thrive55+ Active Living Center (powered by Groton Senior Center) is the premiere location for nutrition, health and technology and recreational classes, special events and trips, transportation, information and referral services for Groton residents 55 years and older. Programs in health, computers/technology, finance, fitness, art, enrichment and more are offered year-round and there are special events constantly throughout the year. We are active, social and involved and welcome all not only Groton residents. You have to see us to believe us; stop by for a tour of our fun and friendly Thrive55+ Active Living Center (powered by Groton Senior Center) Visit Thrive55+ Active Living Center for a delicious breakfast, snack and/or lunch prepared daily by our chef in Coastal Cafe.

EBAC RETIREES CLUB- First Friday of the Month

Time: 10:00am

The EBAC RETIREES CLUB meets 10 a.m. on the first Friday of each month at the Groton Senior Center. Coffee and pastries are provided by the club. The meetings last about 30 minutes. EBAC Retirees Club occasionally has a guest speaker come in to discuss member issues.

​EBAC Retirees PITCH:
 Mondays 12 to 2 p.m.
 Fridays at GSC 10 a.m. (or immediately following monthly meeting.) to 12 p.m.

Lunch Weekdays

Time:  11:15am- 12:45pm

Come alone, meet friends or invite a friend.
Busy running errands, taking care of grandchildren or just plain busy?
Let us take care of the meal and get a Take Out order from our
COASTAL CAFÉ AT THE CENTER.
Call ahead at 860-441-6771 to order.
Located inside Groton Senior Center.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14th- BAKERS BATTLE

Time: 11AM-1PM

Cost: $10 pre reg./$12 at the door
We invite friends in the community to join us in this fun event full of fierce professional and recreational bakers in a Battle
of Flour, Sugar and Fondant. Yum!!!
This is a family friendly, community event open to all to attend.

Tuesday, March 17th- ST PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON

Time: 11:30am

Join us for a traditional St Patrick’s Day meal of corned beef, cabbage, boiled potatoes, carrots, soda bread and more!
Cost:$12
Entertainment will be after lunch is served.

Tuesday, March 10th- Dining Out- Sneeker’s Cafe

Time: 5:00pm

​The community gives to the Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community. Each month a restaurant is featured. Ride the GSC bus or meet us there. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. An evening outing, socializing & enjoyment! Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening.

Registration is required for either event. 860-441-6785.

Please also let us know if you need GSC bus transportation.

Happy Anniversary to Us!

It is our anniversary next week! Ten years in our renovated building! March 2 – March 6, 2020
 
To celebrate our COASTAL CAFE is offering an Anniversary Week Promotion: with purchase of a cup of coffee or tea you will receive a free Danish 8:30 am – 10:30 am. While supplies last.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6th- Anniversary Breakfast

TEN years in our beautifully renovated building!

Our Tenth Anniversary is FRIDAY MARCH 6th. Please help us celebrate!

10th Anniversary Breakfast of New Senior Center Building
Please join us for another special event breakfast with performance by 1st official State Troubadour , Tom Callinan, at 9 am .

Our menu is Ribeye steak & eggs, home fries, cheese cake muffins, fruit cup, OJ, coffee Begins at 8:40 am. $8.00 Registration is necessary! Register at our friont desk or online at www.grotonrec.com

We are celebrating 10 years in our new building. After breakfast, we have an Open House on all things happening here at the center. Join a class, listen to some music, socialize, enjoy the community celebration. Activities going on throughout the day.

Last Call for our Winter Ball Dinner Dance this Saturday

We are now in the last few days for you to get in on this wonderful evening created just for YOU!

Winter Ball Dinner Dance this Saturday, February 29th 5– 8 PM

Please join us in celebrating a new year with our dinner and dance for those 55 plus. We turn the main room into a winter wonderland and celebrate with a delicious dinner then after we dance, dance, dance the night away. Our dinner will be Apple Cranberry Stuffed Pork Roast, Mango Tilapia Fish, Broccoli Normandy, Twice Baked Potato, rolls, punch & coffee and Cheese Cake

Live Entertainment: Atlantic Entertainment DJ

$15 pp register by Wed. Feb 26  860-441-6785 or register online at www.grotonrec.com

 

RETIREMENT ACCOUNT CHANGES: HOW THE SECURE ACT IMPACTS YOU

The new SECURE Act Impacts all retirement accounts are impacted by it. The SECURE Act, effective Jan 1, 2020, changes the rules regarding retirement accounts. Whether you are retired or still contributing, the SECURE Act impacts you. Attend this event to learn about the changes and strategies to mitigate new challenges.
Please join us in hearing about how it effects each of us

RETIREMENT ACCOUNT CHANGES:
HOW THE SECURE ACT IMPACTS YOU
Thursday, March 5th at 1 PM RSVP 860-441-6785

presented by Nishant Sahoo, CRPC®, CPFA
Devoe/Schrage/Sahoo & Associates
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., Mystic, CT

Poetry, Prayers & the Arts for Healing Humanity program

Everyone is welcome to share poems, prayers and some form of the Arts expressing peace or peacefulness.

We’ll also talk about positive, non- political news events or actions or occurrences in our everyday lives that show kindness, compassion, oneness of humanity, caring, etc are growing into our culture. Peace is Possible

Mondays  in March  9:15—9:45 am at Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton CT 06340

RSVP 860-441-6785