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Zentangle

Mondays from 2:00-4:00pm

Ageless Fitness- Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00-11:00am 

In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 10am.
Senior Fitness is a low impact, moderate intensity class which provides a balanced workout to promote endurance of your heart and lungs, to strengthen your muscles and bones, to improve posture and balance, to increases flexibility, and to challenge your brain. To keep things fun and interesting, we move to music from all eras and genres. Dyna bands, weights, and other props are available for strengthening and stretching. Work at your own pace in a non-judgmental, relaxed atmosphere. Modify as you need. Please bring water and wear appropriate shoes and comfortable clothes.

Roseland Combo

Tuesdays from 10:15-11:15am

 

AARP MATURE DRIVER SAFETY CLASS: Offered monthly

AARP members $20pp & Non-AARP members $25pp

This course reviews and reinforces safe driving skills. No driving test and no written test. Contact your automobile insurance company regarding a potential discount with completion of the course.

CLUB 55: The Year In Review

Club 55 enjoyed a great year in 2024 thanks to its members, Thrive 55+ staff and all of you. Our success was due to the gifted bakers, creative quilters, talented crafters and willing volunteers who made our programs and events wonderful. Thank you for your support!

Highlights:

  • Valentine’s Day pop-up coupon giveaway for a coffee and a treat at The Cove. NEW!
  • Spirited Soles Irish Dance Troupe sponsored by Club 55 for the Center’s St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon
  • Flea Market on May 11th
  • Remembrance Gathering on May 23rd NEW!
  • Academic Achievement Awards granted to five Groton residents for a total of $3500
  • Bake Sale at the Groton Outdoor Market on June 8th
  • Scoopmobile visit with free ice cream for 120 people at Thrive 55+ on July 24th NEW!
  • Celebration of Summer Dinner Dance with DJ Gabe on August 23rd
  • Octoberfest Dessert Table with free treats for all on October 24th  NEW!
  • Artisans Fair on November 2nd
  • Sponsor Santa’s visit and Children’s Craft Table at Groton’s Season of Celebrations event on December 7th
  • Holiday Luncheon with the Ledyard Carolers and door prizes on December 18th

Cash Contributions:

  • Groton Sail Monument Foundation $250
  • Fund for seniors facing food insecurity $400
  • SubVets Thanksgiving Caring & Sharing $500
  • CT DVA Veterans Outreach and Support $500
  • Americares for Hurricane Helene Response $342

In addition, the Club’s Center Improvement Fund pays for a variety of small equipment needs at Thrive 55+.