Category: Programs

We are looking for donations of OUTDOOR string lights & holiday displays.

“Why?” you may ask- because we are holding a DECK THE HALLS event yet this time OUTSIDE. 

DECK THE HALLS CELEBRATION will be November 20th   1:00– 4:00 pm.  This event is hosted by Groton Senior Center & Groton Public Library.

What a great way to get into the holiday spirit! Please join us for decorating fun, joyful times and enjoy our hot  cocoa, carolers and craft vendors. We have holiday guests and more!

Come outside and help the Groton Public Library and Groton Senior Center deck our halls for the holidays! You can lend a hand stringing lights, setting up festive inflatables, and hanging wreaths, or just stop by to support the local crafters, artists and vendors who will be on site selling their wares. There will knitted items, stained glass, vintage paper products, holiday masks, fine art photography, cloth bags, beeswax wraps, sauces and seasonings, jewelry, skin and nail care products, wood working, gnomes, hand bags, gourds, clay and felt ornaments and much, much more! There will be food, music, and a special appearance by The Grinch, as well as family activities and door prizes.

Don’t miss this festive, socially-distanced kick off to the holiday season!

Travel with us virtually on Zoom

 Tuesday, October 20,2020

 1:45p.m.-3:00p.m.

Senior Learning Presents: Stories from the Tamil Diaspora

Program Description: What does it look like when worlds collide and create new communities? “Stories from the Tamil Diaspora” traces a Singaporean Tamil family’s history back to Tamil Nadu, India, in the early 20th century. The presenter shares experiences of British colonialism, Tamil performing arts practices, and Singapore’s transition from colony to an independent, multicultural, and global nation. Participants will gain intimate insight into Singaporean culture, much of which is reflected in its cuisines. Through storytelling, participants are invited to personally engage with global cultures, re-imagine past histories, and discuss positive futures.

Did you know you can check out our Bi monthly newsletter online too?  You can even subscribe to it!  Yup! It is easy peasy.

Here is the link to our latest newsletter- https://ourseniorcenter.com/…/bu…/file/06-5014-20201101N.pdf

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What is Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance? Tai Ji Quan is a research-based falls prevention exercise program that uses Tai Ji Quan based movements to improve strength, mobility, balance and daily function and to prevent falls. It is designed for older adults 60+ years old and people with balance difficulties.

This program can accommodate individuals who need some assistance with walking, such as use of a cane.

No prior experience with Tai Chi is needed. You learn the movements over the course of a 24-week class in a supportive environment.

Please join us for the next Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance Session.
Date – October, 2020, Time: To be decided, Class meets: Twice a Week (Location is via Zoom) and the program is FREE. Contact Connie Capacchione @ Uncas Health District 860-639-5138.

Our wonderful Meditation Instructor, Tina, will do a ZOOM class on the benefits of essential oils and the healing properties that have been used since ancient times. Please call to sign up and for instructions if interested.

Join us for our Zoom Zumba Gold class! Must be 60+ to participate, please call the office during regular of-fice hours to sign up! ZUMBA GOLD is specifically designed for senior citizens and now you get to do in the privacy of your own home – staying safe while staying active. Zumba Gold is the lower impact, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired dance fitness class that will help keep you healthy & happy while having lots of fun!

We have been providing Health & Wellness video since this crazy pandemic started! If you would like to receive the videos – they are sent via email – please send me an email with your request and I will add you to the list! This is a great way to stay active while staying home and safe! The program is called COOPED UP WITH CAITLIN and videos are pro-vided Monday – Friday and show you how to keep moving safely in your home! Working on different muscle groups, different areas of the body, etc. the videos will show you how to move throughout the home, using different furniture or household items to hold or hold on to while performing exercises to help keep your muscles and blood moving and flowing!

Weekly Class Cost:FREE

(Materials can be purchased at the Center FOR $10.00 KITS or you can bring your own)
Zentangle is an easy to learn method of creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns. Learn to relax (the “ZEN” part) while creating beautiful, repetitive, design work (the “TANGLE” part). You will learn a variety of “tangles” (patterns) and combine them in your own unique way. IT’s easy to learn, and the best part is that you don’t need to have any drawing skills to do this! Each intricate design is broken down in easy to follow steps that guarantee a successful and unique piece. Please register in front office during regular office hours.