Thursday, August 10th
A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Bublé brings the swinging standards and pop hits of Michael Bublé to the stage. A Family Style lunch menu is included in our enjoyable afternoon. Minimal walking. Trip fee is $122 pp. Register now.
Tuesday, July 25th in Killingworth, CT
With over 10,000 lavender plants on a sprawling 25-acre property, Lavender Pond Farm is a relaxing and inviting oasis for the body and the mind. Enjoy your time there walking the fields, strolling around the pond and covered bridge, checking out the chickens and bee hives, and visiting their store. On our return trip, we will stop for lunch-on-your-own.
Please note that this trip will require a fair amount of walking.
DEPARTURE TIME: 9:30
FEE: $10, for transportation only
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Tuesday, July 11th
at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, MA
Join us for this dueling pianos show with two outstanding artists along with a fantastic twin lobster meal!
DEPARTURE TIME: 10:00
FEE: $95; includes transportation, a full luncheon of twin lobsters freshly steamed with drawn butter or prime rib of beef, Elton John and Billy Joel Show, meal taxes and gratuities
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Wednesday, July 5th
Departing at 12:45pm
Enjoy the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical at the Ivoryton Playhouse!
FEE: $65, for transportation and ticket
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Trip Saturday, July 29th to Plymouth, MA
DEPARTING: 7:45 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: near 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy free time at the historic Plymouth waterfront featuring the Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock, and commercial fishing fleet. Experience colonial charm and hospitality at the John Carver Inn for lunch. Next, it’s on to the whale watch on Cape Cod Bay and Stellwagen Bank, primary feeding grounds for whales. Be near some of the rarest, most graceful mammals in the world. An onboard naturalist will give a narration of what we are experiencing. The vessel is a comfortable and modern 110’ boat with multiple level decks so everyone has plenty of space at the rails. There is an interior cabin with seating, a galley with snacks and beverages, and restrooms.
FEE: TBD; price includes motorcoach transportation, lunch and whale watch. Meal selections are grilled salmon, baked stuffed chicken, or chicken parmesan.
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
