Category: Programs

Movie: Hyde Park on Hudson

Movie: Hyde Park on Hudson on Tuesday, January 29th at 12:45pm

WINTER BALL Saturday, January 19, 2019

Please join us in celebrating a new year and our awesome selves at our annual WINTER BALL. This dinner dance will take place Saturday, January 19, 2019 here at GSC.

We turn the main room into a winter wonderland and celebrate with a DELICIOUS dinner than after we dance, dance, dance the night away.

We are now taking reservations for this wonderful evening created just for YOU!

Time:  5:00—8:00 pm

$15 pp register by  Wed. Jan 16

FLANK STEAK, GRAVY, BAKED HAM, WILD RICE, RICOTTA RICE, TOSSED SALAD, CHEESE CAKE, ROLLS, PUNCH, COFFEE

Live Music by  As Time Goes By swing band

860-441-6785 or stop by weekdays 8:30 am until 4: 30 pm to reserve your spot by January 16!

You can also do so online at http://www.grotonrec.com/seniors/

 

Tuesday, March 12th- Corned Beef and Cabbage Luncheon

Time: 12:00pm

Cost:  $10 per person
Menu: Corned Beef, Cabbage, Boiled Potatoes, Carrots, Bread, Dessert,        Coffee and Tea

St. Patrick’s Day Themed Entertainment by Pierce Campbell

​Tickets available at Reception Desk starting Monday, February 4th   *Pay when you Sign Up*
Last Day to Purchase Tickets: Monday, March 4th (or until we sell out).

Thursday, February 14th- Valentine’s Day Party with Entertainment

Time:  11:30 PM

Cost:  $5 per person

Love is in the air, so let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day! 

Join us for an afternoon of Valentine’s inspired entertainment by Lou Manzi!  Light refreshments of  drinks, hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be served.  We hope you will join us and Be Our Valentine!

Tickets available at Reception starting Monday, January 7th* Pay when you Sign Up *

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

Last day to purchase tickets Friday, February 8th (or until we sell out).

 

No-Sew Fleece Blankets – Thank you Volunteers

Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who recently made no-sew fleece blankets which were donated to local need-based nonprofit organizations.  With your help, 14 blankets were

made which will help individuals in need this winter season.  A big Thank You to senior volunteer, Cora Landry who led the class and instructed individuals in making the blankets.

 

AARP Smart Driver Course

Tuesdays: March 19th, May 21st, July 23th, September 17th, November 12th

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

The AARP Smart Driver Course (formally Driver’s Safety) is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and older. It has given millions of older drivers the skills and tools they need to drive safely on today’s roads. In fact, 97% of those who take it change at least one driving behavior.

And the best part? There are no tests to pass – just useful information to keep you safe on the road! You may get an insurance discount after taking this course! Auto insurance companies in most states provide a multi-year discount to course graduates! Please consult your insurance agent for more information about discounts available to you.

Cost: $15 AARP Members     $20 AARP Non-Members

Pay by check or cash on the day of the class

Please sign up at Reception starting January 22nd.

 

Be Alert to Financial Fraud

Be Alert to Financial Fraud presented by John Bairos of Edward Jones Financial will be held on January 22nd at 1:00pm.

NEW program: DISCOVER CONNECTIONS

Discover Connections

This new program is a welcoming and nurturing program designed for individuals 55 and over with varied needs including those persons with beginning to mild cognitive challenges or anyone at risk for social isolation.   The activities are planned to be fun with a purpose. They  may stimulate memories or test the brain to solve a problem. New experiences will be offered involving art, music, cultural topics, history and more.  This program is a social model for programming and no skilled care is provided by staff. Individuals who would like to participate must be comfortable in a group setting.

Discover Connections is scheduled in eight (8) week sessions as all other programs at the Center.

Class will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 am-1 pm. Lunch will be from 12pm to 1pm.  Participants can bring their lunch or purchase lunch as the Coastal Café in the Senior Center.

Starting Thursday, January 3rd.

Participants must meet with facilitators prior to class for paperwork completion.  Fee $16  per resident

www.grotonrec.com/Discover55         860-441-6785

 

Movie Matinee LEISURE SEEKERS Wed., Dec 19th

Movie Matinee LEISURE SEEKERS

Wed., Dec 19th

A runaway couple go on an unforgettable journey in the faithful old RV they call The Leisure Seeker, traveling from Boston to The Ernest Hemingway Home in Key West. They recapture their passion for life and their love for each other on a road trip that provides revelation and surprise right up to the very end.

1h 52min | Adventure , Comedy , Drama

Helen Mirren and Donald Sutherland

History and Sounds of the Old Time Radio Shows

History and Sounds of the Old Time Radio Shows (Mystery and Detective Shows Edition) – Part 1 & 2 Wednesdays, January 16th and 23rd from 1:00pm-2:30pm. Come enjoy reminiscing and listening to the Old Time Radio Mystery and Detective Shows. Call 860-434-1605 ext.241 to register for this 2 part program