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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.

September 25- October 5th -Overnight Trip to DISCOVER THE CLASSIC DANUBE 

Featuring a 7-nt Danube River Cruise

 with Collette

Call 860-441-6623 or email cmorrison@groton-ct.gov for detailed flyer.

Groton Senior Center is a division of Groton Town Parks & Recreation Dept. hence most trips are not just for Groton seniors – most are open to the public. 

 

June 13-14th- Overnight Trip to SOUND OF THE 60’S AND WOODSTOCK

with Tours of Distinction

Call 860-441-6623 or email cmorrison@groton-ct.gov for detailed flyer.

Groton Senior Center is a division of Groton Town Parks & Recreation Dept. hence most trips are not just for Groton seniors – most are open to the public. 

 

May 11-19th- Overnight Trip to Colorado Rockies

featuring National Parks & Historic Trains

with Collette

Call 860-441-6623 or email cmorrison@groton-ct.gov for detailed flyer.

Groton Senior Center is a division of Groton Town Parks & Recreation Dept. hence most trips are not just for Groton seniors – most are open to the public. 

 

Sunday, April 14th- Trip to USCGA BAND AT LEAMY CONCERT HALL

Departure- 1:15pm

Spring is in the air as LCDR Williamson conducts a concert featuring Ingolf Dahl’s masterful Concerto for Alto Saxophone, performed by soloist MUC Greg Case. These concerts are free and open to the public, we provide you the transportation! This is a 2 pm concert.
We depart GSC at 1:15 pm. via GSC transportation  $5 per resident

Aging Mastery Program® workshop begins April 10th

Aging Mastery Program® workshop begins April 10.

Groton Senior Center is offering this great evidence based program for FREE beginning April 10th. Valued at $75 per person.  The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) is a 10-week series of evidenced-based health and wellness classes for people age 50 and over.  AMP can help you build your own playbook for aging well.

It is a fun, innovative, and person-centered education program that empowers participants to embrace their gift of longevity by spending more time each day doing things that are good for themselves and for others.

This incredible and empowering class is for anyone in Southeastern CT 50 years and older.  It will take place weekly Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm at Groton Senior Center.  It will take place weekly on Wednesdays 5-6:30 pm. To get more information please call 860-441-6623.

National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Todd Gipstein Wednesday, March 27th

LECTURE: “ANTARCTICA”
with National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Todd Gipstein
Wednesday, March 27th 5:30 pm

Join National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Todd Gipstein for a journey to Antarctica. Todd will talk about his experiences and screen “Antarctic Dream,” a documentary he made after his first voyage there in 2010, and “Antarctic Impressions,” a poetic film he created after two recent expeditions there with National Geographic. Take a memorable journey to a place Todd describes as “another planet — someplace out of a dream.”

Free yet registration is required. www.grotonrec.com 860-441-6785

Senior Learning Network- Eleanor Roosevelt March 26

Tuesday, March 26th- Virtual Learning with Senior Learning Network- Eleanor Roosevelt from the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum

Learn about the life of Eleanor Roosevelt a very interesting first lady

Please register 860-441-6785.
This way we can call you if something changes.

​You must register this way if something was to change with the scheduling of the program you would be able to be notified. Walk ins are welcome but remember you won’t be notified of any changes.

“Don’t Be A Fool”  Protect Yourself from Fraud April 1st

“Don’t Be A Fool” Learn about  FRAUD SCHEMES

Monday, April 1st  10:30 am —12:00 pm

FRANK JARVIS, Charter Oak Credit Union manager of corporate security, will lead us in a informative FRAUD SEMINAR.

This is a free yet important presentation.  We need to be sure there is a seat saved for you! Registration required by 3/28.   860-441-6785

 

PAIN Management Talk Wednesday, March 20th 11 am

Do you have chronic pain? Do you suffer from intermittent joint pain when trying to do daily tasks or hobbies? If so you will want to be at the center Wednesday, March 20th at 11am.
 
Join Lauren Peladeau, PT, DPT to learn how physical therapy can benefit you and allow her to answer any questions that you may have.
 
It is free but in order to save yourself a seat you must RSVP 860-441-6785