Category: Programs

Connie has been an instructor with us years in a variety of instructor roles.. She is a certified
personal trainer, certified group fitness instructor, AFAA certified and RSA, Yoga certified
200 hour RYT. She has received 100 hours of training with Yoga Fit Warriors, which
specializes in trauma and PTSD designed for Military men and women. This class in not
intended to replace any medical treatment or traditional therapy, but can be used to
compliment it. This class begins in a safe space, with guided breathing and turning inward
to connect with the mind and body. Students are then led through physical poses with
specific poses designed to help release trauma. By gently bringing the brain/body back into
a rest mode it can help restore physical, mental and emotional balance.
The Senior Center is appreciative and thrilled that she is offering this class Free to Veterans
and Military personnel. This is a population that has done so much for our country and
sometimes they are underserved. This is her way of giving back to those that protect
and protected our nation. This is a class for them to take time for themselves to destress,
rest and restore, put themselves first for one hour a week.
There are coffee houses for veterans to get together and socialize. This class will offer time
alone time. Veterans are a group that continue to serve through giving back to the
community they live, we are proud to give back to them.
YOGA, WEDNESDAYS 8 -9AM Simple yoga poses are used to focus on relaxation and flexibility.
HEALING WARRIORS, FRIDAYS, 5PM
This gentle but effective practice used in the class has been adapted and is designed specifically for Military Service Members &
Veterans who may be experiencing PTSD or stress associated with civilian readjustment, or just need a place to rest and restore.
This yoga program includes simple yoga poses used to focus on relaxation and flexibility . Free to veterans and military.
YO CHI, SATURDAYS, 9AM A combination of yoga and tai chi to support muscle strength and flexibility and improve balance
and relaxation.

Look for our own CLUB 55 parade vehicle and friends!

The parade travels along Route 1 starting at Poquonnock Plains Park.
Would you like to participate with GSC? Sign up to take part with us!

Time: 11:30am

Menu: Grilled beef burgers, hotdog & chicken coleslaw, macaroni salad, potato salad, green bean salad and watermelon.

Entertainment by AIRBORNE JAZZ

Sponsored by Club 55

Sign up by July 12th

Time: 9:00am- Noon

Cost: $5.00 per Item and Limit of 2 items per person

Bring your treasured antiques, family heirlooms, and
vintage pieces for consultations with certified appraisers.
THIS IS A COMMUNITY EVENT OPEN TO ALL!

​Meet with appraisers who specialize in:
Stamps, Coins, Jewelry, Toys, Art, and more!

LARRY SHAPIRO
JUSTINE DEMETRICK
MIKE WESTMAN
MILLERS STAMP COMPANY
TOM CHIARELLA
PAWCATUCK VALLEY COIN CLUB
NATHAN LIVERANT & SON

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to attend a Presidential function at the White House or what the Family Quarters of the White House look like?

Join us as former White House butler, Alan DeValerio tells about his experience working under three different presidents – Carter, Reagan and Bush.  He’ll give you the inside details about all the preparations involved in White House entertaining, and how it has evolved over the years from FDR to the present.  Not only will he relate his firsthand experiences with history, but he’ll pass on the stories he heard from those who have been taking care of our First Families ever since the Franklin Roosevelt administration!  Alan will also display many of the White House artifacts (menus, programs, Christmas cards, photos) that he has collected over the years.  This is a presentation that you won’t want to miss!

Please sign up at Reception  if you will be attending.

Time: 10:30am

Join us as Norwich native Zachary Lamothe discusses his two books –
Connecticut Lore: Strange, Off Kilter and Full of Surprises and More Connecticut Lore. 
Learn about Connecticut’s haunted history, curious encounters, and forgotten places. Zachary Lamothe’s books take you on fascinating journeys to unique places you can visit such as Branford’s Thimble Islands and the Beckley Furnace in Canann along with interesting stories about the larger-than-life characters in Connecticut’s past such as the legendary strongman Elmer Bitgood of Griswold, the Jewett City vampires and the dead-and-ghostly religious zealot Jemima Wilkinson.
Hailing from Norwich, Connecticut, Zachary Lamothe grew up in a house built in 1752 and from an early age was always intrigued by local lore and history.  Zack studied New England history and folklore at Boston University, attaining a degree in American Studies.  He earned a Master’s Degree in Special Education at Southern Connecticut State University and has taught high school special education and history.  He is a frequent contributor to Norwich Magazine along with other publications.
Please sign up at Reception if you will be attending.

Menu: BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Biscuit &  Watermelon! (Includes Beverage)   Please sign up!!

Time: 2:00pm

Mind aerobics are exercises that can help improve your  focus, enhance your memory and relieve stress.  Join us!