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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.

Dining Out Program: Mystic Diner

Tuesday, February 13th at 5:00pm

 

Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community that gives to us. An evening outing of dining, socializing, and enjoyment! Each month one special restaurant will be featured. Our van will pick you up or you can meet us there. Each person pays their own tab. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. Registration required.

Dining Out at Angie’s Pizza Jan 23

NEW DATE   Tuesday. January 23rd at 5:00pm

Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community that gives to us. An evening outing of dining, socializing, and enjoyment! Each month one special restaurant will be featured. Our van will pick you up or you can meet us there. Each person pays their own tab. Order a full entrée or just appetizers.  Registration required.  860-441-6785

SUNNY PORTUGAL trip informative presentation Feb 6 at 2 pm

NEW TRIP for 2024 –  SUNNY PORTUGAL. So we have a Collette Trip presentation SUNNY PORTUGAL Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM (see attached for sharing purposes). It helps me a lot to have persons signed up prior

THRIVE55+ presents Sunny Portugal with Optional 4-Night Madeira Island Post Tour Extension    October 24 – November 2, 2024   10 Days ● 14 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners

HIGHLIGHTS… Lisbon, Choice on Tour: “Calcadas” Walking Tour or “The Way of the Cod” Tour, Belem, Cork Factory, Evora, Winery Visit, Alentejo, Lagos, Algarve, Silves, Setúbal, Portuguese Riviera, Obidos, Sintra, Choice on Tour: National Palace of Sintra or Free Time, UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The link to all the details gateway.gocollette.com/link/1229176

 

 

Thrive 55+ Newsletter

For our bimonthly newsletter there are two options for accessing it

  1. Town of Groton website https://www.groton-ct.gov/departments/parksrec/seniors/index.php  scroll down – link is above the photos
  2. the Lpi (our publisher) website-  patrons can subscribe here  https://mycommunityonline.com/organization/thrive-55-active-living-center

Reminder our newsletter is bi monthly  – currently we have our JANUARY/FEBRUARY newsletter available.

OATS Potluck Gathering

Thursday, February 2st at 3:00pm

 

What a year we had in 2023! Let’s gather for a late afternoon potluck and celebrate and discuss.

Need to know how many to expect so please sign up by January 25th by emailing colsen@groton-ct.gov or calling 860-441-6785.

Weekly Tech Talk Program

Wednesdays from 9:00-10:00am

Please join us for weekly insights on current tech trends or concerns. A series of 45 minute presentations that will cover the basics of MAC’s, PC’s, Iphones and Android phones as the main topics.

($1 per person suggested donation – pay in Tech Center)

  • Wed, Jan 10 : Intro to Tech Center and Tech Talks
  •  Wed, Jan 17 : Basics of Computers (hardware and architecture)
  • Wed, Jan 24 : Operating Systems (MACS/ Windows) and basic tour of these systems.
  •  Wed, Feb 7 : Basic operating system settings
  • Wed, Feb 14 : Setting up administrative & user accounts and discuss file security for these
  •  Wed, Feb 21 : Operating System security settings and anti-virus software

Cardion Sculpt and Stretch, Strength, & Balance Class Update

Christina’s Cardio Sculpt and Stretch, Strength & Balance classes will begin again starting January 17, 2024. Cost for this class will be reduced as it will reflect a five (5) week session. * $54/64 per person for the 5 weeks.

Zumba Gold Toning

Saturdays from 10:00-11:00am

January 6rh to February 24th

 

Equipment provided- we use 1lb shaking “sticks” to use for muscle work. Working both lower and upper body equally, to amazing music- this is the most fun you can have in a strength class.

Dance Conditioning Class

Tuesdays from 8:00-8:45am

From January 9th to February 27th

 

Conditioning class is designed to increase range of motion, balance, muscle flexibility, and our overall strength. We do a combination of movements inspired by ballet, pilates, African dance, Jazz, and modern dance. The music is inspiring, designed to increase enjoyment of exercise.