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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, November 9th at 1:00pm- Presentation: Raised Bed Gardening

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

Free of Charge
One positive outcome of the Covid-19 pandemic is an increased number of home gardens devoted to vegetables
and ornamentals. You may have a picture in mind when you hear the term “Raised Bed” and it will probably fit
into at least one of the many forms of raised beds.
We’ll talk about the size and style of raised bed that fits your needs, the soil or growing medium to use, how to
organize your planting, and steps to take through the growing season. Whether you are solely a vegetable or
ornamental grower there’s a benefit to using raised beds for your gardening needs.

BIO AND THE MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM Ray Hasson is an advanced Master Gardener having taken the UConn Master Gardener course after retiring from a Navy and civilian career. He developed a passion for gardening while growing up in Bermuda. The English school system he attended while his father was stationed there included class time devoted to gardening. He has tried his hand at having a vegetable, or at least tomato, garden wherever he’s lived. He held off taking the Master Gardener course until he could devote his time to the course. Which was NOT what he expected and he jokingly says he’s embarrassed about constantly telling Sister Mary-Margaret that Latin was a dead language. Ray volunteers both in the New London County Extension office in Norwich and in community outreach programs. He and all certified Master Gardeners help local gardeners and to a limited extent farmers and orchardists in identification of insects, diseases, plants, and answer their questions about how to grow or control the plants on their property. You will also see Master Gardeners at fairs, farmers markets, schools, and other locations providing important information about the things that grow in Connecticut. They raise public knowledge about invasive plants and insects. Some of those, Emerald Ash Borers, and Spotted Lantern Flies can have a significant impact on the state’s trees, agriculture, and farm workers.

Friday, November 19th at 1:00 pm- DECK THE HALLS AND VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

Please won’t you assist us in decking the halls? Come join us for afternoon refreshments and entertainment while we celebrate our amazing volunteers and decorate our Center together. Please help us spruce up for the upcoming holiday season. You can bring your own ornaments /decorations or use ours to decorate for the festivities. All are welcome for a Jolly time! RSVP 860-441-6785

COASTAL CAFÉ HOME DELVERY NOW!

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

$2.00 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

Friday, November 5th- AARP Driver Safety – Smart Driver Course

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

AARP Driver Safety – Smart Driver Course

The AARP Smart Driver Course is currently being offered as an online class or a ZOOM class only.

Consult your insurance agent for information about discounts available from taking this class.

 

Classes are currently being offered either online or via a live ZOOM class.

For more information and to take the class online, go to: www.aarpdriversafety.org

For more information and to take a ZOOM class, Visit: aarp.cvent.com/dsvirtual

Call Cindy for more information at 860-445-1057

The Medicare Annual Election Period is upon us from October through December 7th

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

The Care Partners of CT will be holding virtual Medicare Advantage seminars almost every day from October through December 7th.
To learn about Medicare, How to Enroll and 2022 Medicare Plan options, you can check dates and times and reserve your spot call 1-844-377-8162 (TTY: 711) or at carepartnersct.com/connect

NOVEMBER VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH – CAROL STANFIELD

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Groton

Carol went above and beyond to help our center during COVID. Because of her dedication, she has been chosen as our volunteer of the month for November. She helped hand out meals during Community First, directed traffic during food boxes distribution, worked our special events and was always willing to do what was needed for any volunteer task. Carol also has been assisting our VNA nurse during the foot clinics for roughly four years. She is a retired Home Health Aide of 37 years and still enjoys having purpose and as she stated “Doesn’t know how to sit still!” A favorite hobby of Carol’s is doing yard work; she takes her hearing aids out and becomes one with nature. One of her greatest joys is her 8 great grandchildren, four of them were born just this summer. Family traditions also are very important to Carol her family has had the tradition of brunch after church at a relative’s house for the past 80 years! Carol is an asset to the center and we are truly lucky to have her!!