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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.
Discussion: Are You Ready to be Your Parents Caregiver? on Tuesday, December 13th at 6:00pm
Join us for a hybrid (in person or virtually) panel discussion on how to be ready when your parents need you or you need your children. Professionals from Backus Hospital, Chelsea Groton Bank, Senior Resources, and Alzheimer’s Association, will share how to prepare medically, and mentally for these life changes and will be available to answer your questions. Must register for this free program.
NEW HORIZONS BAND CONCERT on WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14TH from 2:00-3:00 PM
New Horizons Band of Southeastern CT is a local small concert band of beginning and intermediate
players, many of whom are retirees. They enjoy practicing together and performing a wide variety of
music. New Horizons Band of Southeastern CT is one of 3 bands in the Noank Mystic Band Family.
DECEMBER VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH- John Pozega
John has been a volunteer at Thrive 55+ on and off since 2006. He first started to utilize the center when he
moved to Groton from Gales Ferry and wanted more than just meals and classes, he wanted to give back. This is
when John decided that he could best be utilized in the Tech Center.
We were very fortunate that John wanted to volunteer in the Tech Center, he
is a true asset. John has been working with computers since 1980. His career
working with computers started after graduating college when he took a
position with the Burlington Northern Railroad working as an Information
Technology Specialist of the purchasing department for 15 years. After that,
he worked for IBM Global Services for 7 years where he retired from and
then moved from Texas to CT to be with his sister and her family.
John enjoys volunteering at the center because it gives him an opportunity to
socialize and make new friends. John finds it very gratifying when someone
comes to him with a tech problem and he is able to show them the solution
and the individual has an ah,ha moment! He also feels that volunteering in the
technology center challenges him because it’s something new everyday and no
two problems are ever the same. He loves it!
On occasion, John has also donated some of his gorgeous knit blankets to our center. He is very talented. John
also enjoys reading, cross stitch, painting and zentangle. We hope John continues to pursue all his hobbies and we
thank him for all of his years of dedication to our Technology Center !
CLUB 55 BOARD & GENERAL MEETINGS on December 13th from 10:00-1:30pm
Club 55 Board meeting 10:00 am
General meeting 12:30 pm
Club 55 is a service organization within Thrive 55+ Center serving the community. Please join us at any general meeting and make a difference with us!
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEA on Sunday, December 11th from 1:00– 3:00PM
Come enjoy and afternoon of Tea, Savory and Sweet Bites while socializing with friends and family. This event is open to all ages. Put on your Sunday best and join us for an afternoon of tea, treats and conversation
$15 per person
$10 per child 10 years and younger
GROTON HOLIDAY KICKOFF CELEBRATION on Saturday, December 3 from 5:00-7:00 pm
Indoor & outdoor festivities
This annual community event takes place at Thrive55+ powered by the
Groton Senior Center and Groton Public Library parking lot. An all
ages community event. Groton’s Holiday Kickoff is an event that
incorporates many holiday celebrations; Christmas, Hanukkah,
Kwanzaa, as well as other holiday traditions.
There will be displays of all the holiday celebrations, youth activities,
entertainment – bell choir, carolers, dancers, hayrides and food trucks
and special guests! This event is for everyone! Please join us!
Club 55 Holiday Luncheon- Friday, December 16th at 11:30am
$15 Club 55 member
$20.00 non– member
Register by Dec 12th
Late fee of $5.00
Let us feast! Spinach and cheese stuffed pork chops, mashed potatoes, gravy, baked maple salmon, green bean casserole, asparagus, lemon meringue pie, biscuits, punch, coffee/tea.
Live Entertainment 12:00-1:00pm by Ledyard Carolers
Groton DEI Collaborative- Wednesday, December 7th from 3:00–4:30pm
Please join us on Wednesday, 12/7/22 and share your thoughts, observations and suggestions. It has been some time since the group met and we are touching base to establish movement for the future, including expectations and recent work completed.
We will also explore and seek volunteers to help us in partnering with a consultant to reestablish and recommit the structure and work of the Collaborative.
3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Thrive 55+, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340 (across form Groton Public Library)
We look forward to connecting. For those who are unable to join us in person, please respond to this email if you would like to attend virtually.
Holiday Day Trip to the Aqua Turf Holiday Fun With The Cartells on December 13th
We have arranged a fun filled holiday day trip for you to the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT. Come spend the day with us and enjoy a plentiful meal in an elegant atmosphere, then dance (or tap your feet) to a fabulous band; playing songs with both you and the holidays in mind! Dancing?! Of course! Aqua Turf is always a treat into itself!
Fantastic venue with a delicious and filling lunch plus coffee & donuts, door prizes, complimentary glass of beer or wine. Aqua Turf doors open at 11am – lunch at 12:00pm.
Our day concludes about 3:30 pm. We depart Thrive 55+ at 10 am.
Cost is $58/resident and $68 non resident 20 person max. Register today!