Category: Programs

Time: 1:45pm – 3:00pm

Cost: $45 for a 10 week session

Interested in learning Tai Chi?  This class is for you!  Tai Chi is a gentle form of exercise using graceful movements to connect the mind and body.  Sometimes described as “meditation in motion”, Tai Chi is used for stress reduction and to help with a variety of other health conditions. This class is for beginners with no experience or limited experience.  Class starts September 6^th.

This class is open to Senior Center Members only.  Not a Member?  Sign up today!

Started 9/6/19

Time: 9:00am to 9:45am

Martial arts for seniors focuses on improving stamina and endurance, maintaining physical safety, and even promoting mental acuity.

This program promotes positive personal development of the student. This class is an introduction to traditional karate-do taught in a safe and structured manner which will cater to every students personal needs. Students will learn basic karate technique which will strengthen them mentally as well as physically. Mobility and stretching will be a consistent part of class as well as learning fundamentals for self-protection. The cost will be $65 for 8 weeks. (that is ONLY $4 a class!)

Wednesday, September 25th at 1:00pm we will be holding a Snack and Learn on Reverse Mortgages. Cindy Perham (NMLS#110424) from Atlantic Home Loans will be sponsoring this informational presentation: Might a Reverse Mortgage (Home Equity Conversion Mortgage) be for you? She will lead a discussion about the benefits of a Reverse Mortgage and the many
uses for it. She will share information about the fees associated with the loan, as well as give examples of how this may work for you or someone you know. This will be an informational session only, no sales pitches will be given. Call (860)434-4127 to register.

Tuesday, September 24th at 12:45pm Newly Released Movie Comedy POMS will be shown. POMS is a parody about a gathering of ladies who structure a cheer driving squad at their retirement network, demonstrating that you’re never too old to ‘even think about bringing it!’ Starring In the cast are Pam Grier, Diane Keaton and Jacki Weaver

This Saturday, join us for a free TURN-A-PEN event just in time for the start of school. Saturday, August 24th   10 am– 3 pm at Groton Senior Center. Open to the public and FREE.  10 years and older. See you then!!  Registration is suggested!  860-441-6785

Wednesday, September 18th at 1:00pm we will have back by popular demand Banjo Man Tom Alvord strumming and singing to “the real oldies

Tuesday, September 17th at 1:00pm we will be holding our 6th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration (90 and Over). If you or someone you know will be 90 or over by the end of 2019, please call (860)434-1605 ext. 240 to sign up to be honored at this
celebration. All seniors, family members, and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate with us. Also those over 90 which have not already been added to our Wall of Honor will have a photograph taken at this event in addition we will have Pat Mitchell performing for this special event.