Category: Trips

Let’s Travel – Upcoming Extended Trip Presentations

Please call 860-441-6623 to join us! REGISTRATION is required for all trip presentations:

SHADES OF IRELAND

trip presentation Wed., Feb 9 at 1-1:45 pm

Trip highlights: 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.

We are going September 02 — September 11, 2022 • 10 Days

 

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN

trip presentation at Wed., Feb 9 at 2-2:45 pm

Trip 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.

We are going October 03 — October 10, 2022 • 8 Days

 

COLORADO ROCKIES

trip presentation March 3rd at 12 – 12:45 pm

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.  We are going August 12 — August 20, 2022 • 9 Days

 

Trip Presentations for California and Ireland

We will make these hybrid meetings. We MUST know if you are planning on attending in person or virtually. Please email colsen@groton-ct.gov or call us at 860-441-6785

  • We also are offering a COLORADO ROCKIES trip presentation March 3rd at 12 – 1 pm

 

California Dreamin’ Collette trip presentation January

Please join us for our trip presentation for our upcoming California Dreamin’ trip.  We shall meet  Tuesday  JANUARY 11th  at 2:00pm to hear all the details of this trip and ask questions.  Registration is required as we need to know how many to expect. Please do so by emailing colsen@groton-ct.gov or calling 860-441-6623.

TRIP PRESENTATION California Dreamin’

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.

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 timefun,
from the safety and comfort of your home.
Call for details and to sign up