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Our latest edition MAY / JUNE 2022 is now online! Two months in one newsletter!
We have a lot going on here and now we also have another beautiful painting hanging on our wall. Thank you to Lynn Frink for donating this piece of art to the center. It adds so much character to the building and we just love you. You can view more of Lynn’s work at lynnfrinkart.com
For our travelers- this is a quick reminder about our upcoming seat reduction date – April 12, 2022- for the Colorado Rockies tour. The Colorado Rockies featuring National Parks and Historic Trains August 12 — August 20, 2022. Any names entered in after April 12th could be subject to a first come first serve cancellation wait list. Air would also need to be requoted and the air inclusive early booking bonus expires as well.
Want to sign up for this trip? Please schedule a meeting with Cindy by calling 860-441-6623 or emailing colsen@groton-ct.gov
Don’t know about the trip? Check out the trip details with this link https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1091375 or stop by and get a detailed flyer.
We offer Tech Talk weekly 9:00 -10:00 am in our Technology Center here at THRIVE 55+. We focus on a topic or a couple to discuss and answer questions. Come on in! Be there for 9 am start. No registration necessary.
Have a specific issue that needs more attention? Please call us to set up a one on one session with one of our fantastic technology volunteers. 860-445-1057
This year our BAKERS BATTLE will be outdoors again Saturday, April 23 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
PROFESSIONAL & RECREATIONAL BAKERS competing to be declared the best! Do you love baked goods? Be a TASTER at our fundraiser!
Please join us for this delicious event as we sample delectable treats from Professional and Recreational bakers in a friendly competition to be named BEST.
Tasters $10 PP in advance OR $12 PP at the door All proceeds made will go towards Project Lifesaver.
Open to all ages. Register now! This community friendly fundraiser event takes place at 102 Newtown Road, Groton CT.
Coastal Café home delivery- Get our lunch meals delivered to you at home!
$2 per household delivery – not per person. So if two people order and it goes to the same address it is still only two dollars. Call the front desk for home delivery 860-441-6785
Please join us for a very important talk on Seniors Cautious About Money – SCAM Talk
Monday, March 21 9:30-11:30 am here at THRIVE 55+ (102 Newtown Road, Groton)
Officer Sean O’Brien of Groton Town Police Department will be the presenter and there will be time for him to answer your questions.
¨ Why are you at Risk for Financial Scams
¨ Types of Financial Scams
¨ Protecting Yourself
¨ Steps to Take Against Financial Fraud
Be sure to join us for Seniors Cautious About Money- SCAM Talk on Monday, March 21 9:30-11:30 am
Officer Sean O’Brien of Groton Town Police Department will be the presenter and there will be time for him to answer your questions.
¨ Why are you at Risk for Financial Scams
¨ Types of Financial Scams
¨ Protecting Yourself
¨ Steps to Take Against Financial Fraud
St. Patrick’s Luncheon Friday, March 18 11:30 am
Our delicious menu includes: Corned Beef or –a Lent alternative– Honey Roasted Salmon, Boiled Cabbage, Carrots and Potatoes, Roasted Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes, Soda Bread, Chocolate cake, punch and coffee/tea. Your Meal Choice is needed at time of registration.
$20 per person
Deadline to register is March 15th.
Live Entertainment with Pierce Campbell –
Irish jigs and more!
Please wont you come with us Thursday, March 24 -Florence Griswold Museum and Hideaway Restaurant?
Admission includes a one-hour professional staff tour and access to exhibitions in the Krieble Gallery, the historic Florence Griswold House, and the rest of the Museum’s grounds and facilities. Included is the New London County Quilts and Bed Covers exhibit, 1750‒1825.
We shall lunch at the Hideaway Restaurant after our 2 hour visit to the museum. Lunch is on your own tab. We will travel there on one of our Thrive55+ buses. Max of 20 persons. Cost is $20 per resident.
