Category: Programs

OATS (Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors) Group

Here is another update for our OATS (Outdoor Active Traveling Seniors) Group~

Monday  July 10th at 10 am at Haley Farm (about 1 hour; easy terrain)
Tuesday, August 22 at 8:30am Groton Utilities hike
Wednesday September 20th  at 1 pm with Avalonia Conservancy at KNOX PRESERVE (approx. 1 mile flat, easy terrain)
As always, call 860-441-6785 or stop by the front desk to sign up for these hikes.. it is THAT easy!

AARP Drive Safety Class

This class will be held on August 18th from 1:00pm-5:00pm. Cost is $15.00 for members and $20.00 for non-members. Checks written to AARP only, no cash will be accepted.

Bingo

Bingo will be held at 1:00pm on Wednesday, August 16th.at 1:00pm.  Pay $ 1.00 at the door.

Movie: The Shack

This newly released movie about the spiritual journey a man reluctantly takes after being shook by a family tragedy will be shown in closed caption on August 15th at 1:00pm.

Lunch served 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM

It is nice and cool here at Groton Senior Center. And we have a great variety for lunch today and everyday!

Great prices! Lunch served 11:15 AM to 12:45 PM      ~open to the public!!~

HOT LUNCH, DELI SANDWICHES, SALAD BAR, DESSERTS AND BEVERAGES. Take out meals are available and quite popular! Call 860-441-6785 or 860-441-6771 to order.

This Saturday, July 15th is our WHAT’S IT WORTH? event

We look forward to seeing you Saturday, July 15th at our WHAT’S IT WORTH? event

https://youtu.be/DMHPDdxuvDU

Groton Senior Center presents
WHAT’S IT WORTH?
a Community Antiques Appraisal Event

Bring your treasured antiques, family heirlooms, and vintage pieces for consultations with certified professional appraisers specializing in: Stamps, Coins, Jewelry, Dolls, Art, and more!

Saturday, July 15
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Groton Senior Center 102 Newtown Road, Groton

Larry Shapiro General Antiques
Eldred’s Auctioneers Art & Antiques
Pawcatuck Valley Coin Club 
Mike Westman General Antiques
Will’s Books -Buying & Reviewing Books for 30 years
Nathan Liverant & Son, LLC Furniture,
Silver, Glass & More
Millers Stamp Company
Justine Demetrick Costume Jewelry & More

$5 per item (limit 2 items per person)

Annual Regional  Senior Centers Dance – Ritz and Glitz

Annual Regional  Senior Centers Event

Friday, September 22, 2017           

 11:30 am to 3:00 pm

at the Port ‘n Starboard at Ocean Beach

    

Wear your best Ritz & Glitz—Roaring 20’s Attire! 

 

Buffet Dinner: Prime Rib, Rosemary Chicken, Vegetables,Red Roasted Potatoes, Rolls, Coffee, Dessert & Cash Bar

 

Entertainment:  Airborne Jazz       

Cost: $25.00 per person   $2 additional  transportation fee

Make checks payable to “Senior Resources”

 

Medicare Boot Camp

Presented by Senior Resources Agency on Aging, Medicare Bootcamp will help you understand your Medicare benefits. You will learn about Medicare A, B, C, and D, when to enroll, alternative Medicare options, and Medicare premium assistance programs. This free program will be held on August 8th at 1:00pm. No preregistration is necessary.

HOW TO GROW A BETTER BRAIN

Exercising regularly, getting plenty of sleep, and eating a balanced diet are your first steps to a stronger, healthier mind. For an extra benefit, try squeezing in this easy task as often as you can.

Here is the  sixth  of  seven tasks :

  1. Take a new route! “The brain works largely out of habit,”

“When you do something unfamiliar , your brain fires off neurotransmitters that improve communication between different regions in the brain.” Checked this one off your list?? Find other ways to disrupt your routine:  by brushing your hair with your left hand ,for example.