Category: Programs

“Just Dance” Class is an upbeat easy dance class that uses songs from the 50’s and 60’s with a few surprises. This class is taught by Kris and will start January 19th at 10:45am. This is a fun way to get your low impact, cardiovascular exercise in. So come join us! Class is $5.00 which should be paid directly to the instructor.

Tai Ji Quan Class is a soothing, slow, gentle movements that can be done standing, seated, or with a chair for assistance. It uses the 8 tai chi forms which have been modified to help participants improve posture, balance, strength, and overall health. This format is for everybody no matter your fitness level. There is no equipment, and we never go to a mat. This is a true mind body experience that everyone can benefit from.

In Town of Groton’s continuous efforts to be a community partner and provide wellness opportunities, the Town is partnering with Ledge Light Health District to hold a Flu Clinic at the Groton Community Center (next to Town Hall), on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 19th at 12:30pm

Come celebrate your birthday with those that share  the same month as you.  All those born in  January join us to celebrate you!

Wednesday, January 11th

with Dr. Thomas H. Walter, D.P.M.

Call to schedule an appt.

Healthy feet are happy feet.

Every third Thursday of the month unless rescheduled. Dates will be posted here each month:

Next distribution-

Thursday, January 19th  

                         4:00 pm to 5:30 pm or we run out!

Starting in January

*Cribbage every morning at 8:30 am

*Beginner Line Dancing —Monday’s 10:30 to 11:30 am

*Intermediate Line Dancing —Tuesday’s 10:30 to 11:30 am

*Skip-Bo every Tuesday —12:15 pm

*PITCH—every Wednesday at 12:30 pm

WE ARE VERY EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE VETERANS COFFEE HOUSE OF EASTERN CONNECTICUT  HAS MOVED TO THE NEW SENIOR CENTER.

THE COFFEE HOUSE WILL HOLD ITS FIRST MEETING Of  2023 ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 3rd. DOORS OPEN AT 8:30 am, MEETING STARTS AT 9:00 am UNTIL 11:00 am.

THIS MEETING WILL BE A COMBINED BUISNESS & SOCIAL MEETING. TOPICS WIILL INCLUDE A DISSCUSSION OF THE COFFEE STRUCTURE, MANAGEMENT, EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR 2023, COMMUNITY SERVICE CONTRIBUTIONS, UPCOMING ELECTIONS OF OFFICERS AND IDEAS OR SUGGESTIONS FROM ATTENDEES.

ALL VETERANS FROM ALL SERVICES ARE WELCOME. COME JOIN US FOR COFFEE, TEA & COMRADERIE AS WE PLAN FOR AN EXCITING 2nd YEAR. HELP US GROW.  WE WORK FOR YOU AND THE BENEFITS YOU EARNED WHILE SERVING YOUR COUNTRY.  YOUR BENEFITS ARE NOT GIFTS—THEY ARE YOUR “BACK PAY” OWED TO YOU.

Thursday, January 26th at 1:00pm

Light Luncheon at 12:00 pm for those that RSVP by Monday, Jan. 23rd. Stuffed Cabbage Soup & Sandwich .

This will be our first membership meeting since we closed on March 17, 2020. Now we celebrate by enjoying our new senior center together! There is much to talk about & lots to discuss. Going forward we want to hear from you on new programming What would you like to do, learn about and hear about? We look forward to hearing what you want in your new center.

Tai Chi has been described as "a prescription to good health for men and women, whether young or old, weak or strong.”  Some benefits include improved balance, decreased tension, and better breathing.   For beginning and continuing students.

DAY: Fridays, 10 weeks
TIME: 12:00 – 1:00

BEGINS: January 6
FEE: $50
INSTRUCTOR: Alex Culligan