Category: Trips

Overnight Trips & Cruises for 2022

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

No residency restrictions.  Detailed flyers available. Flyers can be mailed.  Registration begins on the dates noted.  Register as soon as you can.  Payments will be made directly to the Tour Company arranging the trip. Checks can be dropped off to the Senior Center office or mailed directly to the Tour Company.  In most circumstances, departure will be from the East Lyme Community Center Parking lot.

If you’re interested we can email you the link to view the details of the trip and even to register online!

Aug 12 – Aug 20, 2022 – 9 day tour or the Colorado Rockies. Visit four national parks and two historic trains that celebrate the can-do spirit of the Old West. Trip includes 11 meals, transport
and transfers. $2999pp double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp. Trip presentation – Wednesday, February 23rd at 1pm.

Aug 26 – Sep 2, 2022 – 8 day Alaskan Cruise onboard the Celebrity Solstice. Airfare included. See the wonders of Alaska from the comfort of a cruise ship. Depart from T.F. Green Airport in
Providence, RI. Prices start at $2501pp not including trip insurance. If you’re interested we can email you the link to view the details of the trip and even to register on line!

Oct 6 – Oct 15, 2022 – 10 day Shades of Ireland. Visit to Dublin, Blarney Castle, Kilkenny, Waterford, Ring of Kerry, and the Cliffs of Moher. Trip includes 13 meals, transportation and
transfers. $3699pp double occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp. Trip presentation – Wednesday, February 23rd at 1pm.

**NEW**Oct 26-28, 2022 – 3 day Lancaster, PA – Sight & Sound Presentation of their brand new show “DAVID”. 2 nights, 4 meals, and sightseeing. $585 pp double occupancy. Trip insurance encouraged.

Please contact the Senior Center office for additional information at 860-739-5859.

Coming Soon for 2023
April 15, 2023- Spain & Portugal, 12 Day Tour
August, 22nd, 2023- California Dreaming, 8 Day Tour
October 2023- Northern Italy and its Lakes, 9 Day Tour

 

 

Over the Hill Hiking Group- Fridays

Posted on May 28, 2022 by East Lyme

Hikers from other towns are welcome to participate.
Medium hikes may have a few hills, rocks or beach sand.
The difficult hike is more strenuous; participants must have completed two medium hikes.
All hikes are approximately three to four miles long, and will begin at 9:00 A.M.
Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 8:30 A.M.
Distances, locations and leaders are subject to change, if necessary.
All hikers must register for each hike by calling the East Lyme Senior Center – 860-739-5859.
Hikers are to bring water and sturdy shoes; and lunch, insect repellant and sunscreen if desired.

June 3, Pequot Woods, Mystic (Groton),
Medium
Leader: Chuck

June 10, Candlewood & Avery Farm, Groton
Medium
Leader: Bob

June 17, Mt. Archer, Lyme
Easy
Leader: Carol

June 24th, Champlain South, Old Lyme
Difficult
Leader: Cindy

2022 EXTENDED TRIPS

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Groton

Please email colsen@groton-ct.gov or call 860-441-6623 for more trip information.
Want to sign up for a trip? Schedule a meeting with Cindy by calling 860-441-6623 or emailing colsen@groton-ct.gov

SANTA FE – MAY 8-13th
Walking Tour of Santa Fe Plaza, Open-Air Tram Tour, Loretto Chapel, Santa Fe School of Cooking, Turquoise Trail, Allan
Houser Sculpture Garden, Bandelier National Monument, El Santuario de Chimayo
6 Days /8 Meals

THE COLORADO ROCKIES –  AUGUST 12-20th
featuring National Parks and Historic Trains
Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado National Monument, Grand Junction, Canyonlands National Park, Dead
Horse Point State Park, Arches National Park, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde National Park
(UNESCO), Choice on Tour, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods. 9 Days /11 Meals

SHADES OF IRELAND-  SEPTEMBER 2-11th
Dublin, Irish Evening, Choices on Tour, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry,
Farm Visit, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Castle Stay 10 Days / 13 Meals

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ –   OCTOBER 3-10th
Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic Cruise, Napa
Valley Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco 8 Days / 12 meals

NASHVILLE & THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS HOLIDAY-    DECEMBER 7-14th
featuring Gatlinburg & Asheville
Grand Ole Opry Show, Historic RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame, Gaylord Opryland Resort Dinner & Holiday
Show, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood**, Dolly Parton’s Christmas Stampede & Dinner Show, Asheville,
Biltmore Estate. 8 Days /11 Meals

In 2023: Italian Vistas, Spotlight on New Orleans, British Landscapes, 
Spotlight on San Antonio and Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights

Presentation of the Nashville & The Smoky Mountains Holiday Trip on Wednesday, June 1st at 10:00 am

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Groton

We are tripping with Collette December 7-14, 2022 Nashville & The Smoky Mountains Holiday featuring Gatlinburg & Asheville. Highlights: Grand Ole Opry Show, Historic RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame, Gaylord Opryland Resort Dinner & Holiday Show, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dollywood**, Dolly Parton’s Christmas Stampede & Dinner Show, Asheville, Biltmore Estate.

Check out the details of this trip at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1095769 We have a trip presentation on this trip Wednesday, June 1st at 10 am.

California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite & Napa trip this October

Posted on May 10, 2022 by Groton

We are tripping with Collette October 03 — 10, 2022 to California on a fabulous trip!

We have a trip presentation on this trip Wednesday, June 1st at 11 am. Registration is necessary- please call 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov

Highlights: Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic Cruise, Napa Valley Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco

Check out the details of this trip at  https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051418

 

Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights trip

Posted on May 9, 2022 by Groton

We are tripping with Collette November 03 — November 09, 2023 • 7 Days • 11 Meals on a wonderful ICELAND trip!

Highlights:  Reykjavík, Northern Lights Cruise, Search for the Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Lava Exhibition Center, Vik, Seljalandsfoss, Skógar Museum, Skógafoss, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park & Vatnajökull Glacier, Blue Lagoon

Check out the details of this trip at https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1097830

 

May Mini-Trip: Downton Abbey Style: Influences on Fashion 1912-1930 display at Windsor Senior Center on Wednesday, May 11th

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

Mini-Trips are open to Rose City Senior Center members only

Join us for a fun afternoon at Windsor Senior Center for this delightful presentation!

In advance of the next Downton Abbey film release this month, the Windsor Senior Center presents a captivating showcase on the characters, props, and influential clothing seen in the series and films.

Presenter Susan Jerome will explore the social, technological, and political developments of the early twentieth century as reflected in the notable evolution of women’s and men’s clothing.

Sign up at Reception.  Open to Senior Center Members.

Cost: $7   Payment must be made by May 9th.

Bus leaves Senior Center promptly at NOON and returns approximately 3:45pm. 

This trip will be using the Senior Center bus for transportation. 

 

Thursday, June 16th- Trip to Boston Red Sox Game or Boston on Your Own

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

June Day Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.

Boston Red Sox vs. Oakland Athletics

Fenway Park, Boston, MA
Thursday, June 16th

Enjoy a great afternoon watching the Boston Red Sox play the Oakland Athletics at Historic Fenway Park.  Great seat location on the third base side in Grandstand section 31.  These seats are located under an overhang (so no sitting in the sun) and have an awesome view of the action on the field!

Our coach bus will drop us off and pick us up next to Fenway Park.  We will arrive with enough time for you to enjoy lunch at one of the many local restaurants outside of Fenway or in plenty of time to watch all the warm-up action on the field before the game. (Game time 1:10 p.m.)

COST: $95 per person includes transportation and game ticket. Driver tip is not included.
8:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
8:00 PM Approximate return time to Norwich.
This trip has Moderate Walking (including Stairs)

*Please be aware: Red Sox tickets will only be distributed via mobile tickets in the ballpark app.   No paper tickets will be given.

Red Sox Game Cancellation Policy: Refund will only be given if your spot is filled.   

This includes cancellations due to game time change or rescheduled game due to weather.

Boston on Your Own
Thursday, June 16th

A great opportunity to visit Boston for some fantastic sightseeing, fun shopping and wonderful restaurants or buy your own Red Sox tickets and ride to Fenway Park with us!  Your drop off and pickup location will be next to Fenway Park.  There are multiple sites to visit within walking distance or take a “T” (Boston Subway) and explore farther.  Please plan your own trip and locations to visit before you arrive.  We will be leaving Boston approximately 5:00 p.m.

COST: $35 per person includes transportation. Driver tip is not included.
8:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
8:00 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
This trip has mostly walking

REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE (For Both)
*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, March 28 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents
-Beginning Tuesday, March 29 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)
-Beginning Wednesday, March 30 at 5:00pm

 

COVID-19 ~Face Mask & Vaccination Requirements

Transportation– Mask are required to be worn on the bus.

Fenway Prak- Masks are currently recommended to be worn in inside areas (bathrooms).  Masks are not required while in outdoor areas and outdoor seating area.

 

Thursday, May 12th, “My Fair Lady” performing at Providence Performing Arts Center, RI

Posted on May 3, 2022 by Norwich

May Day Long Trip – This trip is open to any adult, 18 years old and older.

Our first stop is the Providence Place Mall were you will have time on your own to have an early lunch.  After lunch, we head over to the Providence Performing Arts Center for our 1pm matinee performance of Lerner & Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady!

One of the most beloved musicals of all time, My Fair Lady is back on Broadway in a lavish new production from NYC’s Lincoln Center Theater – the theater that brought you the Tony Award winning revivals of South Pacific and The King and I.

Directed by Tony winner Bartlett Sher, My Fair Lady tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.”  But who is really being transformed?

My Fair Lady’s amazing score includes “I Could Have Danced All Night,” “The Rain in Spain,” “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” and “On the Street Where You Live”.  The original 1956 production won six Tony Awards including Best Musical and was hailed “one of the best musicals of the century”.

COST: $75 per person includes motorcoach transportation and orchestra ticket.  Driver tip is not included.

9:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich

5:30 PM Approximate return time to Norwich

This trip has some walking.

Call Hilary to Sign Up 860-889-5960

COVID-19 ~ Face Mask & Vaccination Requirements (This Information is subject to change)

Transportation ~ Masks are required to be worn on the bus.

Providence Place Mall ~ Masks are currently required to be worn while inside.

Providence Performing Arts Center ~ Masks are required to be worn while inside.