Painting Water and Seascapes –NOVEMBER 7, 14 – Mondays 1-3pm– 2 weeks ($14.00)
Learn how to paint different kinds of water including reflections, rain and water in motion. There will be a demonstration of each kind then students can practice those. The second week students will work on their own original painting with their choice of water featured in it.
Category: Programs
LUMINARIA WALK EVENT Saturday, Oct 22 5:00-7:00 PM
LUMINARIA WALK EVENT GROTON PARKS FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2022 5:00—7:00 pm
Please join us as we raise funds for Groton Parks Foundation by enjoying an evening walk on one of our main trails at Copp Family Park (Route 184, Groton) decorated magically with luminary, fairy houses and fairy friends. This is an easy and stroller friendly trail. Under 1 mile. Sensory friendly time is 5:00-6:00 pm. Respectfully, we request no dogs on Luminaria trail during the event
• Adults $10
• Children 8 and up $5
• Children under 8 Free
Unable to attend? Please consider donating to support Groton Parks Foundation (501(c)(3). Your tax-deductible donation to Groton Parks Foundation will support ongoing and future projects to enhance Groton recreational opportunities. Donations may be made out to and mailed to Groton Parks Foundation (re: Luminaria) at Thrive 55+ Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton CT 06340
For more Information contact Thrive55+ at 860-441-6785
OATS hike with Groton Utilities Oct 6
OATS hike with Groton Utilities: Ledyard Reservoir — Overlook and Morgan Dam Trail at 1030 am tomorrow Oct 6
- This hike is 3.5 plus miles with gradual hills.
- The terrain is moderate with a couple gradual hills.
Free but one must register to participate! 860-441-6785
Dinner & A Movie
Friday, October 14th at 3:00pm
$5.00 Donation
DINNER: Homemade Meatloaf w/Mashed Potatoes
MOVIE: ELVIS (2022 movie—from his child
hood to stardom)
We are back with our monthly Dinner & A Movie! Come watch the critically acclaimed ELVIS movie and join everyone for a great Friday afternoon: delicious
dinner, great friends, and an enjoyable movie! Wonderful way to spend the afternoon and support the senior center!
Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend!
Real Time Tours: Ecuador
Tuesday, October 25th from 2:00-3:00pm
Come join us for an exciting “real time” tour to Ecuador and enjoy an authentic Ecuador light dinner. Please sign up on the board if you plan to attend! Don’t miss these exciting real time tours and enjoy visiting other parts of the world!
Real Time Tours: India
Thursday, October 20th from 9:30-10:30am
Come and join us for a virtual trip to India! We will have an authentic India
breakfast cuisine while you travel on your guided tour
Michael C. Doherty Sr. Veterans Fundraiser Event
Saturday, October 22nd from 12:00-2:00pm
At Senior Center Parking Lot
3rd Annual Fundraiser
Featuring live band “Don’t Tell Lisa”
Food Trucks, raffles, games, & more!
We will have collection areas set up to accept donations, sell t-shirts, sell raffle tickets. All funds go to our Montville Veterans Fund– 100% of funds are used to help local veterans in need.
Call for details
Annual Halloween Luncheon
Monday, October 31st at 11:00am
Free
Please join us for our annual Halloween Luncheon and Party and have some fun! Costumes optional—Why let all of the kids have the fun, wear a costume and win a prize! Always a great time! We will have a wonderful menu with delicious food, some great Halloween Games, and many friends to enjoy the afternoon with! Come and have some fun with us for an afternoon at the Center!
Please sign up on the bulletin board if you plan to attend.
Bus is available.
Upcoming Lifelong Learning Lecture: The 1964/65 NY World’s Fair
On November 2nd at 1:00pm., a lecture will be given by the Bow Tie Historian, Jason Scappaticci. Fondly remembered today by many who grew up in the tri-state area, the 1964/65 New York World’s Fair attracted 50 million visitors, and it wasn’t even an officially sanctioned world’s fair. This lecture is free for members ($10 each for non-members). Call to pre-register.
“Take Your Best Shot” Camera Club
On Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00am– Camera Club Members choosing to exhibit in
December will bring in their pieces for advice on framing their pieces.