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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.

Volunteer Appreciation Event

Friday, April 12th from 12:30-3:30pm

 

For all our Thrive 55+ volunteers!
You give to us throughout the year – Please join us as we celebrate YOU!

12:30 -1:30 pm light refreshments / 1:30-3:30 pm festivities

Mystic Luxury Cinemas in Mystic Village

Register by Tuesday, April 9, so we know how many to plan for!

 

Trip: The Bushnell Broadway Series: WICKED

Thursday, April 25th

 

Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.”

From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry, and think.”

We have Orchestra Seats for the 2 pm show/ 2hr 45 min with intermission.
Cost is $118 res / $128 non res We depart Thrive 55+ at 12:30 pm.

March 25-29 at Thrive 55+

They say its SPRING but burr….  Glad we got our OATS hike in earlier last week! We had 30 plus of us hiking a new trail with GOSA. Did you know you can walk 10 laps INSIDE here and that gets you a mile of walking? Come visit us and get your walk on!

TODAY! MONDAY we have Zumba Gold Seated at 10:15 a.m. in the music room and at 5:15 p.m. we have Zumba Gold Toning. Drop ins welcome.

TUESDAY, March 26 morning ATTORNEY Victoria is here to have one on one appts with YOU on any legal concerns.  An appointment MUST be scheduled- at our front desk.  860-441-6785

TUESDAY, March 26 at 11 am please join us for a free presentation on caring for a loved one and all of the supports that our available. Open to the public age 18 and up. (see attached)

Wednesday, March 27 morning 9-10 am is our weekly TECH TALK in which we discuss current technology concerns or trends with email, apps, word and much more.

Come listen to this talk at Thrive 55+ Active Living Center this Wednesday, March 27th and 1 pm and learn how to make informed decisions when selecting a rehabilitation center or skilled nursing facility.

Reminder we are closed this FRIDAY, MARCH 29

This week in our kitchen the COASTAL CAFÉ is serving these featured entrée items:

  • MONDAY  Stuffed Cabbage
  • TUESDAY  Sloppy Joe’s Sandwich
  • WEDNESDAY  Rosemary Garlic Chicken
  • THURSDAY  Baked Ham
  • FRIDAY   CLOSED

 

McLews Breakfast

Friday, March 8th from 8:45-10:00am

 

Mmm mmm Raisin cinnamon French toast, sausage patty, hash brown patty,
fruit cup, pastry, apple juice, coffee/tea.

We gather to socialize, enjoy a hearty breakfast, share interesting tidbits, sometimes jokes and we even win door prizes!

$12 per person Register by March 5/Late fee $3.00 if space is available

OATS Hike at Center Groton Trail with GOSA

Tuesday, March 19th Afternoon Hike with GOSA

OATS–A hearty group of cool people with a shared interest of being outdoors and local adventure who happen to be 55 and older. All our OATS outings require that you sign up prior. Call 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov to register for each event.

 

The CHER Show at The Bushnell

Saturday, March 9th

 

THE CHER SHOW—the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon. THE CHER SHOW is 35 smash hits, six
decades of stardom, two rock-star husbands, a Grammy®, an Oscar®, an Emmy®, and enough Tony Award-winning Bob Mackie gowns to cause a sequin shortage in New York City, all in one unabashedly fabulous new musical that will have audiences dancing in the aisles! We have Orchestra Seats for the 2 pm show. Run time: 2hr 30 min with 1 intermission. We depart Thrive 55+ at 1230 pm

 

Cost is $108 resident/ $118 non resident.