Tuesday, January 11th at 2 pm
Collette TRIP PRESENTATION California Dreamin’
Registration is necessary. Please call 860-441-6785 or stop by our front desk.
Category: Trips
We are now THRIVE55+
Groton Senior Center is adopting a new identity –THRIVE55+ Active Living Center to better reflect the efforts to promote the healthy and vibrant lifestyles of its members and staff efforts to help older adults thrive in the community. This change is a result of a 2019 research study of perceptions and barriers to using the Senior Center. This study showed that the word “senior” had negative connotations from nonusers affecting the overall perception of its programs and services. An overwhelming majority of survey participants supported removing “senior” from the organization’s title, and suggested branding that reflects the activities and community services offered. Based on the recommendations of the survey, the rebranding of the center was an appropriate step to shift perceptions and ultimately better align with available center services. For at least six months the brand will have the tag line “powered by the Groton Senior Center” before transitioning fully to the new name alone. This will allow time for people to adapt to the new name but also know that it is still the same staff who will continue with the quality programs that are offered. Below is an explanation of the new brand. Both the research of perceptions and barriers and the new branding and renaming efforts were paid for by the center’s fund balance and not from taxpayer dollars. If you have any questions, you can contact Mark Berry or Mary Jo Riley.
Trip to Foxwoods
January 20th. Leave at 8:30am. Leave the casino at 3:00pm. Bus is $5.00. Payment is due Jan 13th.
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL Daytrip Dec 18th
Groton 
Senior Center & Groton Town Recreation present a day trip to Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular Saturday, December 18 5 pm show
Every year, the Rockettes push themselves further to put on a show that’s more dynamic, more challenging and more magical than the last. Take in cherished moments and create new memories with the 2021 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular! We are very excited to be attending again- this time with covid protocols in place.
We have center orchestra seats for the 90 minute show. $ 195/ resident. We leave Groton at 9am/Arrive in NYC by noon/ Depart NYC 8 pm
This trip is full currently- yet, getting on the waiting list never hurts.
December Mini-Trip: Cheesecake Factory and Blue Back Square
Tuesday, December 14th
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on December 6th
Enjoy time on your own to explore the shops and have lunch at Blue Back Square in West Hartford. You will be dropped off by The Cheesecake Factory where you can choose to have lunch (or eat at one of the other restaurants in Blue Back Square). After eating, you will have time on your own to explore the shops.
Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus). Lunch is on your own.
Bus leaves the Senior Center at 10:15 a.m. and returns approx. 3:00 p.m.
Per the TSA & State of CT, masks are mandatory to be worn on the bus.
Mini-trips are open to Rose City Senior Center Members only
Mini-trips may be subject to cancellation due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances
Lunch at Mr. Z’s
Wednesday, December 22 leave at 11:30
Bus $5.00 Must be paid in full by December 8th.
ZOOM FITNESS & TRAVEL & MORE…
Want to participate in some of our Center
programs from home? If you are home-
bound, temporarily or permanently, you do
not need to miss out on some of the activities
and programs at the Center. We currently of-
fer a few exercise programs but have added
in more—through ZOOM! You can join in
on some exercise classes, dance classes, soon
to be crafts as well as educational and travel
programs! Join us for some “real time” fun,
from the safety and comfort of your home.
Call for details and to sign up
Day Trips for 2021
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.
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability. Non-Residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.
Wed, Feb 9th – We are heading to the Hideaway, Old Lyme for lunch with shopping afterwards.
Departure time is 11:00am and expected return is 3:30pm. Trip fee is $5pp
(transportation only).
Registration begins Jan 3rd.
Fun Trips 2021
Senior Center Fun Trips use a bus from the Center for transport to and from destination. # of seats very limited. Registration begins the 1st business day of the month starting at 8am. Call the office to register and then make your payment by 4pm on the 2nd business day. You can only register yourself for a trip.
Open to Non-Residents if there is availability Non-residents will be charged a $1.00 surcharge.
Wednesday, November 10th – We are heading to Sadler Restaurant in Marlborough with shopping afterwards. Departure time is 11:00am and expected return is 3:30pm. Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only). Registration begins Nov 1st.
Saturday, November 25th- Tour Bus Trip to see Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular
Every year, the Rockettes push themselves further to put on a show that’s
more dynamic, more challenging and more magical than the last. Take in
cherished moments and create new memories with the 2021 Radio City Music
Hall Christmas Spectacular!
We have center orchestra seats for the 5:00 pm show. $ 195/ resident
Deadline to register for this for this trip is Nov 15th.