Category: Programs

Wednesday, January 23th- Meet the Author- Brien Brown

Time starts at 6pm

Local Author and former Bacon Academy teacher, Brien Brown, just co-published his first novel, The Fourth Son, which is historical fiction. Mr. Brown is  a retired teacher in history and geography and uses his extensive knowledge to fill his novel with rich and authentic details about early colonial America.
The writing process will be discussed as well as the book itself.  FREE but please register 860-441-6785.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27th- Movie: A STAR IS BORN

MOVIES-
Sponsored by Club 55. Hence, movie will cost Club 55 members $1.00 and Non-members $3.00   Fee includes popcorn & punch.  Movies are at 1pm in Classroom 1. Closed Caption.   Registration is required.

​A STAR IS BORN     R | 2H 16MIN | DRAMA , MUSIC , ROMANCE
Seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer – until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30th- Movie: WHAT THEY HAD (2018)

MOVIES-
Sponsored by Club 55. Hence, movie will cost Club 55 members $1.00 and Non-members $3.00   Fee includes popcorn & punch.  Movies are at 1pm in Classroom 1. Closed Caption.   Registration is required.

WHAT THEY HAD (2018)     R | 1H 41MIN | DRAMA
Bridget (Hilary Swank) returns home at her brother’s (Michael Shannon) urging to deal with her ailing mother (Blythe Danner) and her father’s (Robert Forster) reluctance to let go of their life together. Heart-warming drama about how a family deals with the matriarch’s slow descent into Alzheimer’s. When the mother disappears into the cold on Christmas Eve, a daughter is forced to return to her hometown to take action. The father, still unable to face the realities of his wife’s condition, is reluctant let go of the life he and his wife shared prior to her diagnosis. Family members are forced to do a great deal of soul-searching while making a decision that could forever tear the family apart.

Benefits Counseling

Need help saving a little extra money?  Need help with paying bills?  Meet with a benefits counselor to see what you are eligible for. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month.  Make an appointment at the Groton Senior Center front desk 860-441-6785.

 

Did you know that January is National Soup Month?

Starting on Tuesday, January 1st—we will serve a hot, home-made soup every Tuesday during the month of January! Come join us at the Senior Center and get toasty warm from the inside out with a delicious home-made soup! No need to sign up—Lunch is served daily from 11:00—12:15.

Friday, January 18th- Dinner and a Movie “The Spy That Dumped Me”

$5.00 Donation
DINNER: Baked Turkey w/fixings
MOVIE: The Spy That Dumped Me (comedy) w/ Mila Kunis
Come join everyone for a great FRIDAY after-noon: delicious dinner , great friends, and an enjoyable movie! Wonderful way to spend the afternoon and support the senior center! Please sign up if you plan to attend!

Friday, January 25th- Winter Picnic and Country Hoedown

Time: 2:00pm

$8.00 donation request
Menu: Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Salads, Dessert & More!
Entertainment, Raffles, Door Prizes too!
Come join us for a break in the winter blues—country hoedown and picnic food! What better way to shake off the cold winter but with warm friends and a great time! Your attendance at the dinner will not only guarantee you will have a wonderful time with friends and neighbors, but you will also help support our wonderful Senior Center and all of the great programs and activities we have! Bus is available! Come have some fun!