Category: Programs
Superfoods 101
Superfoods 101 presented by Kim Larkin from Klassic Kreations Workshop on Tuesday, May 14th at 1:00pm
Volunteer Appreciation Month
“Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless.”
Sherry Anderson
This entire month we are have VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION events for all our amazing volunteers! We have morning social gatherings, meet and greets and a free plant give away for our volunteers.
Monday, thanks to Mystic Luxury Cinemas our volunteers were also treated to a free movie! Just another way we wish to thank all of those who generously donate their time and energy to us!
Creative Writing and Poetry Class
NEW 6 Week Creative Writing and Poetry Class will start
Tuesday, May 7 at 1pm. Have you always wanted to write a
story but didn’t know where to start? Everyone has a message
within, a story of what they know best, something they can
write out and share with others. Threads of material to be
woven together in a poem or short story. There will be a
number of interesting facts regarding writing and various
methods to help you improve your work or finally begin what
you’ve been planning to put on paper. Local resident Dr.
Roger Singer will get you on your way. With many years of
leading creative writing groups, he will help you enhance your
passion. Pre-registration required.
Fred Astaire and Song and Dance in the 1930’s
Fred Astaire and Song and Dance in the 1930’s presented by Jared Day on Tuesday, May 7th at 1:00pm
Dementia Friends Connecticut
Tuesday, April 23rd 3-4 pm
at Groton Senior Center 102 Newtown Road, Groton , CT 06340
Let’s all help those with dementia by attending this informational session on how to best help and interact with those with Dementia.
Let us not be uncomfortable, frustrated, disengaged from those dealing with dementia any longer.
Please join us Wednesday, April 23rd 3-4 pm for a FREE 1 hour informational session
about Dementia Friends Connecticut program for those living with Dementia.
This is free but please let us know you are coming 860-441-6785.
Join us and become a DEMENTIA FRIEND by attending a one-hour Dementia Friends Information Session to learn five key messages and a bit about what it’s like to live with dementia. As a Dementia Friend, your new understanding and attitudes will guide the practical actions you can take to help someone with dementia living in your community.
Friday, May 10th 12:00 – Movie Day
Wednesday, May 22nd – Burgers & Chips
Friday, May 3 – Cinco de Mayo Taco day
Spring Day Trips
Spring is actually finally springing for us! And when we say US we mean anyone in Southeastern CT area! Let’s look forward to some of our upcoming Spring day trips:
Sunday, April 14th USCGA Band at Leamy Concert Hall
Spring is in the air as LCDR Williamson conducts a concert featuring Ingolf Dahl’s masterful Concerto for Alto Saxophone, performed by soloist MUC Greg Case. These concerts are free and open to the public, we provide you the transportation! This is a 2 pm concert. We depart GSC at 1:15 pm. via GSC transportation $5 per resident
Wednesday, May 1st St Edmund’s Retreat
—Enders Island Guided Walking Tour & Cold Lunch. Guided walking tour of Enders Island Cold lunch includes: 1/2 a sandwich and soup or a salad. Also, drinks and a dessert. $ 16 per resident We depart GSC at 10:30am (GSC bus)
Saturday, May 18th New York City – On Your Own
We provide the ride. You enjoy the day! This trip is open to all – not just seniors! The cost is $55 per resident /$65 per nonresident.Payment is needed upon registration for this event. Trip cost includes coach transportation and driver gratuity. We depart GSC at 7:30 am with approx return of 8:30 pm
Thursday, May 23rd Goodspeed Musical and Lunch
THE MUSIC MAN An All-American Classic 2 pm show. The Music Man is one of the most well-known musicals and has all the elements of a great show – a beloved and humorous story, wonderful songs and a big brass band! Lunch includes salad, entree dessert, coffee, water, tea, taxes and tip. We depart at 10:30 am. via GSC transportation $100 per resident includes lunch, tip, show and transportation.
Saturday, June 15th BEST OF BOSTON:New England Aquarium & Boston Duck Tour
We begin at the New England Aquarium– a premier Boston attraction. Stand in awe in front of the Giant Ocean Tank with more than 2,000 aquatic animals. Time on our own at Quincy Market. Then, it’s the ride of your life aboard the Duck, an amphibious vehicle that rides on land and becomes a boat in water. Enjoy a narrated tour of Boston by your conDUCKtor who’s su re to keep you laughing… Then it’s splashdown!! Right into the Charles River for a breathtaking waterside view of Boston. Passengers can actually take turns driving the Duck vehicle. Everyone loves riding The Duck $126.per resident Includes deluxe motor coach, all admissions & gratuities to driver and Tour Director. Depart: 8:30 AM Estimated Return: 7:30 PM
Sunday, June 23rd NY Yankees Old Timers Day NY Yankees vs Astros 2:05pm game
Baseball with a touch of Luxury AUDI YANKEES CLUB VIP PACKAGE A 2-hour luxury dining pregame experience in the Audi Yankees Club at the dining room tables, Section 129 tickets, coach bus transportation, driver gratuity, parking fee & an incredible way to see these baseball teams play live! $230 per person for a magnificent experience!
Wednesday, June 26th Boston Red Sox Baseball game
Red Sox vs Chicago White Sox.Game time is 1:05 pm. We take a coach bus from Groton Senior Center to Fenway to cheer on our 2018 World Series Champs play the Chicago White Sox from our Right Field Box seats. This is a family friendly afternoon game. We have 40 seats only! Cost is $111 per resident (includes transportation, game ticket and driver gratuity)