Category: Programs

5th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration

Posted on August 25, 2018 by Lyme / Old Lyme

On September 25th at 1:00pm we will be holding our 5th Annual Nonagenarian Celebration (90 and Over). If you or someone you know will be 90 or over by the end of 2018, 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.

HAM Radio Class beginning in September 12th to November 14th

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Groton

Ham Radio Class

Get out and meet new friends near and far! Learn the basics of radio, electronics and radio operating procedures and rules.  Prepare for the Technician Class Amateur Radio License examination.

Explore the world with Amateur (HAM) Radio. Learn the basics of radio, electronics and radio operating procedures and rules. Licensed amateurs meet others on the air both locally and around the world. They also assist their communities with public service and emergency communications when other systems fail. Tri-City Amateur Radio Club offers this class to prepare participants for the Technician Class Amateur Radio License examination. Students should obtain a copy of The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual, Technician Class, 4th Edition, available online from the Amateur Radio Relay League at www.arrl.org. The license exam will be offered at the conclusion of the class. A Morse code test is not required.

Costs: $5 for class  (only fee paid to GSC) plus $30 for manual, order at www.arrl.org; $15 for License Exam

Link: https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ctgroton.wsc/search.html?module=AR&fmid=66344995

Club 55 Membership Drive now happening

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Groton

“Best bargain in town – discounts on special events and Club 55 supports many projects of interest to seniors.“

GROTON SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB 55  has begun their 2018-2019 membership drive.


For ONLY $5 per year (Sept. through Aug.) you too can be a part of our fantastic altruistic Club 55!

 You may get your 2018-2019 membership at the GSC front desk.  🙂

 

Groton Senior Center    860-441-6785       

A division of Town of Groton Parks and Recreation Dept

 

Free Pen Turning Event August 25th

Posted on August 21, 2018 by Groton

Join us Saturday, August 25th at 10 am for a family friendly and FREE event.  Open to all ages!

Learn how to make a pen and take it home with you!

For more information please call 860-441-6785

 

 

 

 

Fall Prevention

Posted on August 18, 2018 by Lyme / Old Lyme

“Fall Prevention” will be presented Fox Rehab on September 18th at 1:00pm

BASEBALL day trip fun this Sunday August 19th

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Groton

Don’t miss out on the fun baseball day trip! Our Day trip to the Pawtucket RED SOX 1:35 pm game on

PAWTUCKET RED SOX DAY BASEBALL GAME 1:35 game versus Durham Bulls

You a baseball fan? Cannot afford a baseball game at the MLB stadiums?

We welcome you to join us Sunday, August 19th for a day trip to Pawtucket Red Sox day baseball game.

The Pawtucket Red Sox (known colloquially as the PawSox) are a professional Minor League baseball team based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The team is a member of the International League and is the Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.

August 19th includes some special promotions:

This day the Paw Sox have THREE stadium promotions!

• PawSox Baseball Card Set The first 5,000 fans entering McCoy Stadium prior to the PawSox vs. Durham Bulls game at 1:35pm on Sunday, August 19, will receive a PawSox Baseball Card Set compliments of Dunkin’ Donuts.

• Sunday Post Game Run the Bases Fans of all ages are welcome to Run the Bases after the game

• Summer Catch on the Field Fans, come and enjoy a summer catch on the field prior to the start of every Sunday afternoon game from noon until 12:30pm. The PawSox will provide both real and squishy baseballs for all to participate, so bring your glove and a buddy and make McCoy your field of dreams

Cost includes game ticket for Section 4 behind home plate (in the shade), a $2 food voucher and coach bus transportation. $ 49/resident

Register at www.grotonrec.com