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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.

Tuesday June 6th TAPS presentation: Exploring The Paranormal

TAPS presentation: Exploring The Paranormal

Please join us Tuesday, June 6th at Groton Senior Center at 7 pm 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/exploring-the-paranormal-conversation-with-the-other-side-featuring-dustin-pari-tickets-33943181971?aff=es2

Join Traci Boiselle, Investigator with The Atlantic Paraormal Society and Lead Investigator for the TAPS Home Team as she takes you through the basics of the paranormal and shares the methods TAPS uses to investigate it. Hear actual evidence from TAPS Home Team cases too!

The Atlantic Paranormal Society was founded in 1990 to help those that believed they were experiencing paranormal activity in their homes and was made famous by television’s Ghost Hunters.
The TAPS Home Team is made up of the 10 members of TAPS that have remained behind in New England helping clients in their homes and businesses.
On June 17th, Traci will be walking in the Out of Darkness Overnight Walk in Washington DC and your $5 donation will benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
This very special night to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will also feature a VERY SPECIAL presentation by Dustin Pari!!

 

 

SUMMER REGISTRATION Begins MONDAY, JUNE 5th

SUMMER REGISTRATION DATES:

Residents – Monday, June 5th
Non Residents – Monday, June 12th
Our summer session runs July 3 through August 25

ONLINE REGISTRATION is available for almost all our programs, events, trips and special meals.
See a program or event you want to try this summer? Check out our NEW online registration system! You can browse programs, register, and pay for the program of your choice online at GrotonRec.com/Discover55 from your home or even your smart phone! And of course you can still visit the front desk to sign up as well. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
GrotonRec.com/Discover55

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum day trip June 15th

Yesterday, Monday marked 100 years since the birth of President John F. Kennedy, The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Dorchester held a ceremonial flag raising at 9 a.m. Look here to see the footage.

http://boston.cbslocal.com/…/jfks-life-legacy-celebrated-o…/

We’re taking a fabulous day trip to Boston on Thursday June 15th to visit his library and take in Boston with a lunch at Quincy Market then a great fully narrated 90 minute Boston Harbor Cruise. We still have some spots!! But hurry!!

Thursday June 15, 2017 BEST OF BOSTON Trip John F Kennedy Library and Museum stands as a vibrant tribute to the life and times of JFK. Following a brief orientation and history, enjoy the museum on your own taking in the numerous exhibits and informative films. We do lunch on our own in Quincy Market then we enjoy a Boston Harbor Cruise. Discover the historic and contemporary milestones of Boston’s inner and outer harbors during this fun, informative, fully-narrated, 90-minute tour.

$103 per resident .
Includes coach transportation, driver gratuity, admission to museum and cruise ticket.
Estimated Depart: 7:15 am from Groton Senior Center Estimated Return: 7:30pm

  

 

ONLINE REGISTRATION is available

ONLINE REGISTRATION is available for almost all our programs, events, trips and special meals.

See a program or event you want to try this summer? Check out our NEW online registration system! You can browse programs, register, and pay for the program of your choice online at GrotonRec.com/Discover55 from your home or even your smart phone! And of course you can still visit the front desk to sign up as well. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

GrotonRec.com/Discover55

Today is our annual ACTIVE LIVING EXPO 10 am to 1 pm

COME ON DOWN! The price is right – FREE!

Today is our annual ACTIVE LIVING EXPO 10 am to 1 pm !!


We have a huge variety of vendors/agencies/services here today just for you and your loved one(s). There is something for everyone today and it a good time!

THis is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC and to all ages – the gist of it is to enhance the lives of our 55 plus patrons – perhaps that is you, your loved one or someone you care for.

Groton New London Airport Tour

We had a GREAT tour of Groton–New London Airport, Mystic Jet Center, LLC, and of Survival Systems USA, Inc. on THursday, May 18th, 2017.  THANK YOU to all involved who took the time to show us around these amazing facilities!

 

Special LINE DANCING Demo & Dancing this Sunday May 21st

LINE DANCING

SUNDAY, MAY 21

2:00 PM TO 4:00 PM

$10 per person (all ages invited)

 

INSTRUCTORS

JACK MCLAUGHLIN AND CAMILLE LORD WILL DEMONSTRATE AND LEAD

Dances you may know such as Electric Slide and Elvira

 

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY MAY 19       Call 860.441.6785

 

A fundraiser sponsored by Groton Senior Center “Club 55”

 

SENIOR PROM for 55+

JUNE is just around the corner!!

Sign up now for this fabulous special event ~ SENIOR PROM for 55+ right here at Groton Senior Center on Saturday, June 3rd!

We do it up! We have a fantastic live band for you, amazing dinner and what a fun and fancy night!

Don’t delay!!

SENIOR PROM for us!

Dinner and Dancing.

This event is for those 55 and older. And NOT just for Groton residents. Come with friends or with a date!
~Prom photos~ Prom Favors and Door Prizes too~

5:00 PM DINNER
GRILLED RIBEYE STEAK, FRIED SHRIMP, WILD RICE, SPINACH,
DINNER ROLLS, CHEESE CAKE, PUNCH, COFFEE

7:00– 9:00 PM AS TIME GOES BY SWING BAND

$15 per person

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY WEDNESDAY, MAY 31ST
860-441-6785

https://www.facebook.com/GrotonSC/photos/gm.1900793930186690/1551490484902405/?type=3&theater

Rocking Horse Ranch Trip Presentation Wednesday, May 10th

 

Please join us for our FREE Trip presentation of our ROCKING HORSE RANCH trip scheduled for Sept 11-15, 2017. We only ask that you RSVP by calling 860-441-6785

RHR Trip Details:

Price $617 pp double occupancy includes:
Round trip Transportation, Hotel/Meal Gratuities, and Baggage Handling.

*** Deposit of $100 per person due upon registration ***

During the day
3 delicious meals
Program of daytime activities: hay rides, shuffleboard, bocci, sauna, paddleboats, trivia and more
Free coffee and cake all day
Contests, games, bingo, prizes
Horseback rides in the country
Indoor Pool
“Happy hour”

In the evening –
Deluxe accommodations
Live entertainment & dancing
More games and prizes

Sunday, May 21 -Line Dancing Night

TIME: 2-4 p.m.
COST: $10 per person – all ages invited!
Learn from the best! Top line dancing instructors will break down the dance moves for you. Then dance along to great music at this fundraiser for Club 55!