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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, May 9- Free Fitness Info Session- Better Moves for Better Gardening

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

FREE FITNESS INFO SESSION
With Art Sculco: Art & Science Fitness
Register by calling (860) 441-6785
Better Moves for Better Gardening
Twist a weed and not your back!
Improve your Gardening techniques for awkward
and difficult work. Enjoy gardening with increased
energy. Improve your Lower back and overall posture
when in your garden. See how better moves in the
garden can translate to less sore muscles and back.

Wednesday, June 28- Movie Showing- Manchester by the Sea

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

Movies are shown the last Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Concession snacks will be available for purchase. Free drinks

Manchester by the Sea
A depressed uncle is asked to take care of his teenage nephew after the boy’s father dies. Rated R

Wednesday, May 31- Movie Showing- Finding Dory

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

Movies are shown the last Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Concession snacks will be available for purchase. Free drinks

Finding Dory
The friendly but forgetful blue tang fish, Dory, begins a search for her long-lost parents, and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way. Rated PG

Friday, June 23- Excursion to Copp Family Park for a Hike

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

OATS OUT AND ABOUT Outdoor Active & Traveling Seniors

For more information about OATS group excursions, please contact Cindy Morrison at CMorrison@groton-ct.gov or (860) 441-6623

Time: 10 AM

Hike Length: 1.5 miles

Tuesday, June 27- Lights & Sights Lighthouse Cruise on Cross Sound Ferry

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

COST:  $28/res, $38/non-res
We depart Groton Senior Center at 11:30 a.m. for a 2 hour cruise aboard the Cross Sound Ferry Sea Jet.
​Contact the Senior Center for the return time of the trip.

Enjoy views of 9 lighthouses from New London to Long Island, plus two Revolutionary era forts, and more!

Thursday, June 15- Best of Boston

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

COST:  $103/res, $113/non-res
We depart at 7:15 a.m. and return at approx. 7:30 p.m.

Visit the John F. Kennedy Library & Museum taking in the
exhibits and informative films. Lunch is on your own at
Quincy Market, then we enjoy a fully-narrated, 90-minute
tour on Boston Harbor Cruise.

Thursday, May 25- Thoroughly Modern Millie at Goodspeed Opera House

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Groton

COST: $74/res, $84/non-res

Groton Senior Center bus departs at 12:30 p.m.

Call Senior Center for return time.

Madcap mistaken identity and high-spirited show tunes fuel the Tony-winning musical comedy about Millie’s hilarious adventures in Jazz Age New York City.

SEATS: We have great Orchestra Center aisle side seats for this show!

Thursday, June 15- Senior Learning Network- Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation

Posted on May 6, 2017 by Groton

 Senior Learning Network
Donation: $2.00
Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Provided by: Sea Turtle, Inc.
Often mistaken for a bear, this fuzzy marsupial is one of Australia’s most recognized native animal species. Meet a zookeeper to find out about this unusual animal.
At 1:30 pm in classroom 1. Please call to sign up for these 860-441-6785