Category: Programs

National ACTIVE AGING WEEK at Groton Senior Center

ALL WEEK Sept 25-29th we have gone out of our way to plan and schedule some fantastic extras for you here at Groton Senior Center because it is National ACTIVE AGING WEEK! The objective of the annual health-promotion event is to give as many older adults as possible the means to experience wellness activities and exercise in a safe, supportive environment. It also promotes the benefits of healthier, more active lifestyles across the life span.
Please take the time to look over our week long schedule and come in and see what we have for you! These are in addition, to our regularly scheduled programs!
 
Almost all are free! Take part in the many free presentations, get your flu shot, join us for free coffee and pastries for one of the great new COFFEE WITH … and much more! For example, we have samples of our two new classes: Chair Zumba and Senior Karate for any of our patrons to check out!
 
Then, Friday Sept 29th is our BOLD excursion to Fields of Fire Adventure Park (of Mystic)! Last few years, we have had such a fun groups of 55+ adventurers take on the challenge of climbing the ropes courses (varying course levels like a ski resort) and then happily zip lining through the grand outdoors! There is a fee (quite discounted!) of $32 per person for the 3 hours of FUN. Then we have a treat from Rita’s! (yum!) Please call 860-441-6623 to join this outing!

Free Flu Shots and Health Screening

Free Flu Shots and Health Screenings The Old Lyme VNA will be offering flu vaccinations to Old Lyme and Lyme residents 40 years old or over FREE OF CHARGE (no insurance paperwork necessary!) • Eye Screening (free) • Hearing Screening (free) • Balance Testing (free) – unconfirmed • Blood Pressure Screening (free) The date will be October 21st from 8am to 12pm

COFFEE WITH… Starts Tuesday, Sept 26th

Please come join us for our new program: COFFEE WITH…

FREE coffee and pastries!  RSVP  so we know how many to expect!

 

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH

9am Coffee With… Judge Nicholas Kepple, Probate Judge

5 pm Coffee With… Heather Somers, State Senator

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH

9am Coffee With… Police Chief , Louis Fusaro

5 pm Coffee With … Representative Joe de la Cruz and Chris Conley

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH

9am Coffee With …Town Manager, John Burt

Please sign up online or at the front desk for this free program by date and time.

Big Prizes: Club 55 Annual Raffle has begun

Club 55 Annual Raffle
Club 55 is independent organization that works with Groton Senior Center. This annual fundraiser contributes to the altruistic projects Club 55 supports during the year.

Tickets:$1.00 per ticket or book of 5 tickets for $5.00

PRIZES: 1st $300 / 2nd $200/ 3rd $100

Winners will be pulled at the Club 55 Holiday Luncheon Tuesday, December 19th.

Raffle sales will be held through December 19th, 2017
To buy tickets: ask at the GSC front desk!
8:30 am-4:30pm at our front desk.

WINNER NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN PRIZE

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Bingo

Bingo will be held on Wednesday, October 18th at 1:00pm. Admission is $1.00 at the door

Genealogy topic for Senior Learning Network Sept 21

Thursday, Sept 7 th 130 pm – 230 pm 

Who We Are, What We Do, and How We Can Help 
Provided by: NEW ENGLAND HISTORIC GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
The New England Historic Genealogical Society is the oldest and largest non-profit society of its kind in the country. Founded in 1845, we strive to educate, inspire, and connect people through their family history discovery. And even though New England is in our name, we have resources—both online and at our library—and experts in nearly aspects and areas of family history research. Learn how we can help you explore your ancestry!

Thursday, Sept 21st  130 pm -230 pm

Getting Started in Genealogy   
Provided by: NEW ENGLAND HISTORIC GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
Genealogy is one of the most valuable pursuits you can participate in—learning about who you are, where you come from, and “meeting” the thousands of people who came before you, can be a rewarding and even life-changing experience. But, how do you get started? Let the New England Historic Genealogical Society guide you through the first steps of family history exploration and gain valuable tips on how to collect, record, and share your data.

The Senior Learning Network (SLN) provides distant learning opportunities for older adults through the use of interactive video conference technology.

We ask that you please sign up (as easy as calling us to say you will be in attendance) so that in case of any time changes we may update you! You may call us at 860-441-6785