Category: Programs

Groton DEI Collaborative- Wednesday, December 7th from 3:00–4:30pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Groton

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.

https://www.groton-ct.gov/residents/dei/resources.php

Country Line Dancing- Mondays at 9:15-10:15am and Wednesdays at 1:15-2:15pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Montville

Come have some fun learning and dancing some country line dances! We will offer two Country Line Dancing Classes at the Center. Monday’s from 9:15 AM-10:15 AM and Wednesday’s from 1:15 – 2:15 PM. Enjoy some exercise while country line dancing and having fun, getting healthy, and socializing with other seniors! Free, wearing comfortable clothing and come have fun!

Strength Training- Monday and Wednesday at 11:30am

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

New session starts on Jan 4th and ends Mar 22nd
(no class 1/16 & 2/20). In person instruction on Mon and Wed at 11:30am.
21 classes. Class fee $53R and $58NR.

Men and women can lose more than five pounds of lean body mass (mostly muscle) every decade of their life due to disuse. Studies show that muscle mass can be increased in people of any age through regular strength training. Strength training also strengthens your bones, helps with weight management, provides relief from arthritis pain, lowers risk of injury, and improves cardiac health. Dyna bands, weights (1lb to 10lbs) and chairs are used for the class. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

UKULELE LEVEL 2 LESSONS – Mondays 11:00-12:00pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

New session starts Jan 9th ends Mar 20th. In person instructor led lessons for advanced beginner and more experienced students on Mon at 11am.

9 classes. Class fee $45R & $50NR

Ukulele Lessons are provided in a high quality group session. Learn how to strum chords, play a song melody and meet others interested in music lessons. Knowing how to read music is not necessary. However, participants should know the C Family Chord Group. Loaners are available.

FOOT CARE PROGRAM

Posted on December 3, 2022 by Montville

Come and get the Foot Care you need. Our On-A-Good-Foot Program can help. Foot care not
covered by Medicare will be paid by a grant received from Senior Resources with Title III funds
made available under the Older Americans Act. A suggested donation of $6.00 is appreciated and
helpful, not required. Dr. Thomas Walter, Podiatrist comes to our Center once a month to perform
routine foot care. Call for an appointment and/or details 860-848-0422.

Technology Help- Wednesdays at 2:30pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

Need help with your computer, tablet or cell phone! Call us and reserve an appointment with a student from EL High.
Register by Mon of each week.

FitDance Gold- Every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-4:30pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

New Session starts Jan 3rd and ends on Mar 23rd (no class 2/21 ). In person instruction starting at 3pm on Tue and Thu.
23 classes. Class fee $64R and $67NR

Fit Dance is exercise in disguise. This 55 minute class begins with 35 minutes of dance (ChaCha, Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Pop, etc) followed by toning and balancing exercises. Class ends with a standing stretch. Come join the party! Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes.

Shoot Out Bridge- Tuesdays at 1:00pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

New session starts on Jan 3rd and ends on Mar 28th.
You must register your interest to play at 860-739-5859.

 

Pickleball- Tuesdays at 7:00-9:00pm

Posted on December 3, 2022 by East Lyme

New session starts on Jan 4th and ends Mar 29th.
Must register your interest to play for the session.