Category: Programs

In tough times, communities find strength in people—and people find strength in
their communities. In the past year, we’ve seen this time and again in Groton as
friends, neighbors, and businesses have found new ways to support each other.
In our community, older adults are a key source of this strength. Through their
experiences, successes, and difficulties, they have built resilience that helps them to
face new challenges. When communities tap into this, they become stronger too.
Each May, the Administration for Community Living leads the celebration of
Older Americans Month (OAM). This year’s theme is Communities of Strength,
recognizing the important role older adults play in fostering the connection and
engagement that build strong, resilient communities.
Strength is built and shown not only by bold acts, but also small ones of day-to-day life – a conversation shared
with a friend, working in the garden, trying a new recipe, or taking time for a cup of tea on a busy day. And when
we share these activities with others—even virtually or by telling about the experience later—we help them build
resilience too.
This year, our Groton Senior Center celebrates Older Americans Month by encouraging community members to
share their experiences. Together, we can find strength—and create a stronger future.
Here are some ways to share and connect:
 Look for joy in the everyday: Celebrate small moments and ordinary pleasures by taking time to recognize them. Start a
gratitude journal and share it with others via social media, or call a friend or family member to share a happy moment
or to say thank you.
 Reach out to neighbors: Even if you can’t get together in person right now, you can still connect with your neighbors.
Leave a small gift on their doorstep, offer to help with outdoor chores, or deliver a home cooked meal.
 Build new skills: Learning something new allows us to practice overcoming challenges. Take an art course online or try
a socially distanced outdoor movement class to enjoy learning with others in your community. Have a skill to share?
Find an opportunity to teach someone, even casually.
 Share your story: There’s a reason storytelling is a time-honored activity. Hearing how others experience the world
helps us grow. Interviewing family, friends, and neighbors can open up new conversations and strengthen our
connections.
When people of different ages, backgrounds, abilities, and talents share experiences—through action, story, or
service—we help build strong communities. And that’s something to celebrate! Please join the Groton Senior
Center in strengthening our community.

Classes Begin Tuesday, May 5^th   7:00 p.m.

A 7-Week program, meeting once a week, to help you become tobacco-free!

The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program is designed to give you the support you need in a comfortable, confidential group setting offered via ZOOM.  Our Tobacco Treatment Specialist has worked with hundreds of people on their journey to becoming tobacco-free.

This program is being offered by Ledge Light Health District and is open to anyone who lives or works in Southeastern Connecticut.  This program is FREE and includes FREE nicotine replacement therapy.

For more information or to register, Contact Carolyn Wilson     (860) 446-3062   cwilson@llhd.org

This program is supported by the Preventive Health & Health Services Block Grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

As of May, fees will be charged.

Mon thru June 28th                                         11-12pm                                                    Ukulele Lessons Level 2    

New session will start on May 3rd and end on June 28th (no class on May 31st). Instructor led lessons for          advanced beginner on up student on Mon at 11am via Zoom only at this time. Registration in process. Class fee $40R and $44NR.

Mon thru June 28th                                           2-4pm                                                         Jam Session

New session will start on May 3rh and end on June 28th (no class on May 31st). Shirley Lan & Joe Rice will lead this jam via Zoom. Any person who can play an instrument is welcome. Must register your interest to              participant for the session.

Tue thru June 5th                                               1:30-2:30pm                                                 Beginner  Guitar & Ukulele Lessons

New session will start on May 4th and end on May 25th. Instructor led lessons for beginners but all levels are welcome on Zoom only at this time. Registration in process. You will need to purchase a ukulele and a tuner. Class fee $20R and $22NR.

Thu thru June 28th                                              12:30-1:30pm                                               Guitar Lessons – Advanced Beginner

New session will start on May 6th and end on June 24th. Instructor led lessons for advanced beginner on up  students on Thu at 11am via Zoom only at this time. You must register for this session. Registration in process. Class fee $48R and $53NR.

SPEAKING OF MUSICAL OF INSTRUMENTS…

The Senior Center is offering fun, private guitar and ukulele zoom lessons from the convenience of your home.  Free complimentary 1st lesson. The cost is $20 for a 30 minute session or $90 for a 4 week run. Contact the  Senior Center to register. We will need your phone number and your email address.

As of May, fees will be charged.

Tue thru June 29th                                         10:30-12pm                                                   Painting with Friends

New session will start on May 4th and end on June 29th and will be held the 2nd and 4th Tue of every month at 10:30am via Zoom only at this time. Registration begins May 3rd.

Tue May 11th and Tue May 25th                    1-2pm                                                              Craft Time

2 classes – May 11th creating a Flower Wreath & May 25th painting Kindness Rocks. In person instruction with Candy. Registration begins May 3rd.

Wed thru June 30th                                         9:30-11:30am                                                    Stitch Happens

New session will start on May 5th and end on June 30th and will be held on Wed at 9:30am in person. You must register your interest in this session. Maximum number indoors will be 8. Registration begins May 3rd.

Thu thru June 24th                                            10:00-11:30am                                                 Drawing Class

New session will start on May 6th and end on June 24th and will be held on Thu at 10am in person but will have a Zoom option. You must register for this session. Maximum number indoors will be 16. Registration begins May 3rd.

Thru June 25th                                                                                                                                      Quilting

New session  will start on May  3rd and end on June 29th and will be held on the 1st Mon of the month at 1pm – the 3rd Fri of the month at 5pm and the last Tue of the month at 5pm. You must register for this session. This is an indoor program. Maximum number indoors will be 8. Fee is $2per participation.

Club 55 Flea Market and Bake Sale  Saturday, May 15

Rain date is May 22nd

Outdoors  $15 per spot  Call 860-441-6785 to reserve your spot!

Basket Raffle as well!

Also, please bring your returnable cans and bottles to
donate to Club 55 for recycling.

Club 55 events are fundraisers for their High School Senior
Achievement Awards. Please support Club 55 as they
continue to support our local high school seniors and our
local community.

As of May, fees will be charged.

Mon thru June 28th                                        10-11am                                  Senior Fitness                       

New session will start May 3rd and end on June 28th (no class on May 31st). Senior Fitness offered on Mon at 10am via Zoom only at this time. You must register for this session before May 3rd. Class fee $14R and $16NR.

Mon and Wed thru June 30th                     11:30-12:30pm                           Strength Training

New session will start on May 5th and end on June 30th. Mon class in person/Wed class via Zoom. (no class on May 3rd & May 31st, Zoom only May 5th, 10th, 12th ). You must register for this session. Maximum number indoors will be 20. Registration in process. Zoom option for both classes available. Class fee $40R and $44NR.

Tue thru June 29th                                            7-9pm                                             Recreational Pickleball

New session will start on May 4th and end on June 29th. In person play. Must register your interest to play for the session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. Maximum number indoors will be 16. Registration begins May 3rd. $3per play.

Tue and Thu thru June 29th                                  9-10am                                                Yoga

New session will start on May 4th and end on June 29th. In person instruction or Zoom option available.       Maximum number indoors will be 20. Registration in process. Class fee $34R and $38NR.

Tues and Thu thru June 29th                                 3-4ppm                                                   FitDance Gold

New Session started April 20th and ends on June 29th. FitDance Gold offered on Tues & Thu at 3pm in person. Class will run indoors but will have a Zoom option. Maximum number indoors will be 20. You must register for this session. Registration in process. Class fee $58R and $62NR.

Wed and Fri thru June 30th                                 9-10am                                                             Tai Chi

New Session will start on May 4th and end on June 30th (No class on Wed, May 26th and Fri, May 28th). Tai Chi offered on Wed and Fri at 9am in person. Class will run indoors but will have a Zoom option. Maximum number indoors will be 15. You must register for this session. Registration begins May 3rd. Class fee $30R and $34NR.

Wed thru June 30th                                                  10:15-12pm                                                  Ping Pong

New Session will start on May 5th and end on June 30th. In person program. You must register your interest in this session. Maximum number indoors will be 10. Registration begins May 3rd.

Fri thru June 25th                                                        10:15-11:15am                                           Chair Yoga

New session will start on May 7th and ends June 25th and will be held on Fri at 10am in person but will have a Zoom option. Maximum number indoors will be 15. You must register for this session. Registration begins on May 3rd. Class fee $12R and $14NR.

Fri thru June 25th                                                        10-12pm                                                           Novice/advanced Pickleball/Drills & Coached play

New session will start on May 7th and end on June 25th. In person play. Must register your interest to play for the session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. Maximum number indoors will be 16. Registration begins May 3rd. $3per play.

Sat  thru June 29th                                                    10-2pm          Pickleball                                   10am/Drills & Play                                           12pm/Open Play

New session will start on May 8th and end on June 26th. In person play. Must register your interest to play for the session and then register weekly for the next upcoming date of play. Maximum number indoors will be 16. Registration begins May 3rd. $3per play.

At this time, we cannot accept credit card payment.