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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.

Going to BROADWAY to see the LION KING

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Groton

BROADWAY PICK ~ The Lion King OR An American In Paris We are going to Broadway, for TWO of Broadway’s hottest shows! YOU PICK which one you see. Our great seats are in Orchestra/ Front Mezzanine for the shows. Before the show, we enjoy a family style meal at the famous Buca di Beppo. Then off to the shows we go where our imaginations are taken on fantastic rides! Our motorcoach will transport passengers to the shows.

The Lion King – Minskoff Theatre, 200 W 45 Street, NY

An American in Paris – Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway, NY

$247res/$257non
Includes: motor coach bus, driver gratuity, complete family style lunch at BdB with gratuity included and show tickets.

Depart from Groton Senior Center

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MONDAY MOVIE ~ Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Groton

Monday, March 28th

4 pm showing

The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015)

Only $5 per person for pizza and drink, PLEASE sign up by March 24th.

Call 860-441-6785

PG-13 | 116 min | Action, Adventure, Comedy

In the early 1960s, CIA agent Napoleon Solo and KGB operative Illya Kuryakin participate in a joint mission against a mysterious criminal organization, which is working to proliferate nuclear weapons.

ST. PATRICK’S LUNCHEON Tuesday, March 15th

Posted on March 7, 2016 by Groton

ST. PATRICK’S LUNCHEON
TUESDAY, MARCH 15TH 11:30 AM

Corned beef, cabbage, carrots, shamrock mashed potatoes, soda bread, chocolate cake, Leprechaun’s brew (punch) & coffee.

Guitarist Al Lamperelli performing at 12:30 pm

Cost is $13 per person. Sign up is necessary ~ Register by March 11th. Sorry, no walk ins for the luncheon.

SPOTLIGHT on PARIS trip

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Groton

November 15 – November 21, 2016
7 Days • 7 Meals 5 Breakfasts • 2 Dinner

Highlights: Eiffel Tower Dinner, Seine River Cruise, Arc de Triomphe, Reims, Paradis Latin Cabaret

“Single Hotel Stay”: tours feature every night at the same hotel, so you only unpack once! Accommodations are carefully chosen, allowing you the flexibility to access and explore nearby cities and attractions.

Book Now & Save $100 Per Person
Double WAS $3,099 NOW $2,999 (until 5/16/16)
Single WAS $3,799 NOW $3,699 (until 5/16/16)
* For bookings made after 5/16/2016 call for rates.

*Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Logan Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers
*Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $280 per person

https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/711403

Extended TRIP Presentations for Paris, Canyon Country, and Rhine River Cruise

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Groton

We have Collette Tours here Tuesday, February 9th for trip presentations. Please call 860-441-6785 to sign up for either of these (free) trip presentations.

1 pm Spotlight On Paris https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/711403
2 pm Canyon Country https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/699933

Wednesday, March 1st Premiere will be here for our trip presentation on our Holland Windmills and Rhine River Castles cruise

http://www.premierworlddiscovery.com/pdf/2016/rivercruises/WO%20PWD%20Shell%20-%20HOLLAND%20WINDMILLS%20&%20RHINE%20RIVER%20CASTLES%2007OCT16.pdf

Newport PLAYHOUSE Trip Thursday, February 25th $62/resident

Posted on February 5, 2016 by Groton

GROTON SENIOR CENTER TRIP Thursday, February 25th

Join Groton Senior Center on one of trips to a NEWPORT PLAYHOUSE show

“The Foursome” at Newport Playhouse & Cabaret

Written by Norm Foster
Directed by Daniel Lee White

Rick, Ted, Donnie, and Cameron

are home for their fifteenth college reunion. During the weekend, the men go out for a game of golf, and it is during this game that the four get caught up on each other’s lives since their college days. The play is set on the eighteen tees of The Windemere Golf and Country Club.
“The laughter was immediate, uncontrollable, constant and helpless.”

At Newport’s only Dinner Theater enjoy their great home-style buffet, a wonderful play in their intimate theater and a fun-filled cabaret in the dining room.

Buffet 11:30 am…Curtain 1:00 pm. Cabaret always follows the play.

$62/RESIDENT $72/NONRESIDENT

We will leave at 9:45 am & return approximately 6 pm at Groton Senior Center.

860-441-6785

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$62/resident

Bank run

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Groton

is offered every Friday morning to banks in Groton.

ADA Transportation

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Groton

ECTC provides this transportation for any person with a disability to any location. $2.50 one way fee.

Municipal Medical Transportation

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Groton

this is a grant funded program by the state DOT. Eastern Connecticut Transportation Consortium (ECTC) brokers transportation services for medical appointments for seniors and persons with disabilities. 13 free round trip rides are available per year. Caregiver Mileage Reimbursement program is available for family members or friends who drive seniors or persons with disabilities to medical appointments.

Grocery Shopping

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Groton

is available on Wednesday mornings and afternoons. Stores are rotated. $2.00 fee