Friday, July 14th from 9:30-11:15am
Dodd Stadium (14 Stott Ave, Norwich)
* Health Screenings * Demos * Information for Seniors & Caregivers *
Bus leaves the Senior Center at 9:30 a.m. and returns approx. 11:15 a.m.
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, July 5th
Limited spots available. You must sign up if you want a ride.
Tuesday, July 18th from 1:15-3:00pm
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, July 5th
Ice Cream anyone? Buttonwood Farm makes over 50 flavors of ice cream at their farm. Along with the ice cream, the waffle cones and whipped cream are also handmade onsite. During your visit, have a cup, cone, sundae or shake of their delightful treat as you enjoy the views of sunflower fields and farm cows at their scenic country location.
Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus). Ice Cream is on your own.
Friday, September 15th
Join us on Opening Day for a day full of fun! The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – the Avenue of States, musical entertainment, the Marti Gras Parade, agricultural and livestock exhibits, Clydesdales, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, entertainment and TONS of foods. Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!
Opening Day is also Military Appreciation Day! Active Military and Veterans get free admission to the fair with a Veteran or Military ID. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from across New England will be stationed along the Avenue of States to answer questions and provide information on both national and state Veteran resources. A great day to visit!
COST: $58 per person – Includes charter bus transportation and The Big E admission fee.
$48 Active Military and Veterans – Includes transportation. Free admission with Military ID.
8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960. When you hear the message
saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*
Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents
-Beginning Monday, July 24 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents
-Beginning Tuesday, July 25 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)
-Beginning Wednesday, July 26 at 5:00pm
Friday, July 14th from 9:30am-12:30pm
Self-Pay Lunch at Illiano’s following the expo. Please call to reserve your seat on the bus.
Friday, July 21st at Dodd Stadium
Let us take you out to the ballgame! We venture from Thrive 55+ to Dodd Stadium in Norwich (let us do the driving) for a fun evening game of Mystic Schooners Baseball. The Mystic Schooners are a franchise in the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) and a 501c3. Let’s support the home team as they play against Keene Swamp Bats in a 6:30 pm game. Costs is $7 per person
A DAY AT TANGLEWOOD — Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma
August 13, 2023
What’s better than spending some time with music and friends? Experience an inspiring concert at Tanglewood, which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops for over 75 years. Enjoy a music filled afternoon as Andris Nelsons conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring noted American Cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Today they will be playing Julia Adolphe, Makeshift Castle, co-commissioned by the BSO and Gewandhaus orchestra; Cello Concerto No. 1 by Dmitri Shostakovich, and Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky.
Before the show, enjoy a delicious brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill. The family-run and family-friendly restaurant in Westfield opened its doors to the public in December 2014. Our Brunch choices for today will include Homemade muffins, pastries, fresh cut fruit, mixed green salad, home fries, bacon, french toast, chicken francaise, and stuffed shells with pasta and seasonal veggies, all served buffet-style including coffee, tea, and orange juice.
We have Reserved Rear Shed Seats for 2:30p performance of the Boston Symphony Orchestra- featuring Yo-Yo Ma. Listen to the sounds of the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by guest conductor Andris Nelsons. This concert features Yo-Yo Ma, famous cellist.
Reserved shed seats for the 2:30p performance. Time prior to show to enjoy the grounds — Please note; there are two prices: Shed $190 resident/Lawn $140 non-res. Trip is rain or shine. Tour Includes: Deluxe Motor coach bus transportation, Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill, Admission to Tanglewood, and All Gratuities to Driver. Times are approximate: Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ of Groton, CT/ Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Thrive 55+ of Groton
Tuesday, July 18th at 11:30
$7 for bus
Lunch on your own
Mondays and Wednesdays
for trips and events requiring payment
Wednesday, July 26th at 10:30am
So, what is the ROMEO Club?
(Retired Old Men Eating Out)
They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends.
Men Only!
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Wednesday, July 19th at 10:30
Costello’s Clam Shack, Noank
Lunch with shopping or ice cream afterwards.
Expected return is 3:00pm.
Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only).
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited.
