Category: Trips

Wednesday, December 13th- Trip to be determined

Posted on November 30, 2017

Departure: 9:00am

LOYO; Bring money for lunch

Must register by December 6, 2017, 2:30pm.

Contact Senior Center for more information on this trip 860-447-5232.

There is a $5 surcharge for non-members.

Coming Up

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Groton

GROTON SENIOR CENTER is a regional senior center providing recreational opportunities for those 55 and older. Please join us on one of our upcoming day trips or special events

 

CALIFORNIA COAST trip presentation

Free Trip Presentation at Groton Senior Center Tuesday, November 21st 2pm   (FREE but please register please at 860-441-6623)

The trip is Sunday, May 6 – Sunday, May 13, 2018 •Depart and return at Groton Senior Center. Highlights of the Collette trip will be : San Francisco, Choice of Cruise on San Francisco Bay or City Tour of San Francisco, Carmel by the Sea, Monterey, 17 Mile Drive, Hearst Castle, Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez Wine Country, Hollywood, and San Diego.  8 Days – 10 Meals: 6 Breakfast and 4 Dinners.

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017

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 2017 Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular! We have rear orchestra seats. Doors open at 3pm. 4 pm show. $138/resident. Depart 10am Approx. return 9:30 pm

Deadline to register for this for this trip is Nov 20th.  To register call  860-441-6785 or go to  www.grotonrec.com

New York On Your Own 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017  Limited seats!  Travel to NYC with the RCMH day trip yet do NYC on your own. Drop off and Pick will be near Rockefeller Center.   Deadline for this trip is November 21th. $47/person

DINING OUT program is Groton Senior Center’s way of giving back to the community.  Each month one special Restaurant will be Featured: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28TH we are going to

APPLEBEE’S.  The senior van will pick you up or you can meet us there.  Order off the menu a full entrée or just appetizers. Pay for yourself.  An evening outing of dining, socializing, and enjoyment! Registration is required.  To register call  860-441-6785 or go to  www.grotonrec.com

HOLLY BERRY BALL Dinner and Dance at Groton Senior Center  Saturday, December 9, 2017  5:00 pm.  Maple Glazed Salmon, Italian Seasoned Chicken Breast, Rice Pilaf, Roasted Corn & Sweet Peppers, Tossed Salad, Rolls, Cheese Cake, Punch, Coffee. Live music by As Time Goes By  Cost is $15 pp register by  Wed. December 6th.  To register call  860-441-6785 or go to  www.grotonrec.com

COMEDY MUSICAL: CHRISTMAS SURVIVAL GUIDE AT GRANITE THEATER (Westerly)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2017

This intimate revue takes a wry and knowing look at a stressful season. Armed with a copy of A Christmas Survival Guide by James Hindman and Ray Roderick and an optimistic attitude, the characters charge into an urban holiday landscape searching for the true essence of Christmas. In songs and vignettes, they learn to cope with the season in ways that are both hilarious and heartwarming.  Show is at 2 pm.  We depart GSC at 12:45pm • $25 per resident.   To register call  860-441-6785 or go to  www.grotonrec.com

GROTON SENIOR CENTER CLUB 55 HOLIDAY LUNCHEON

Luncheon  at Groton Senior Center Tuesday, December 19th  at 11:30 AM.  Braised Flank Steak, Mushroom Gravy, Baked Ham, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Broccoli Medley, Vegetables, Rolls, Fruit of the Forest Pie, punch, coffee.  Ledyard High School Carolers will perform.  Club 55 Members ONLY $ 10 / Nonmembers $15  Register by Friday, December 15th. To register call  860-441-6785 or go to  www.grotonrec.com

Wonderful holiday Day trip Dec 14th

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Groton

We are offering a delightfully fun day-trip STOCKING STUFFER HOLLY DAYS on Thursday, December 14th.

Everyone will receive a Christmas Stocking at the start of our day. Every stop will include a gift for your stocking!

Our first stop will be at Tower Hill Botanic Garden in Boylston, Massachusetts. HOLLY DAYS has become a sparkling tradition at Tower Hill with unique themed Christmas trees decorated by local garden clubs, and a great shop full of unique gifts.

Delicious lunch awaits us at the Old Mill in Westminster . (Upstairs Dining- NO ELEVATOR) This special restaurant over looks a lovely pond, has a waterfall, and dates back to 1761. Menu: Fresh fruit, Choice of : Pork Chop with Apple Cinnamon Glaze OR Baked Stuffed Filet of Sole Almadine, Potato, Vegetable, Homemade Apple Crisp, Beverage (entree choice in advance)

Next we”ll visit Herbert’s Candy Mansion in Shrewsbury the first roadside retail confectionary operation in the United States.

Our final stop will be the Oakwood Farm Christmas Barn in Spencer, MA This 160 year old barn is filled to the rafters with a dazzling selection of Christmas trim, featuring thousands of ornaments, nativities, Santas, and their own “homemade” wreaths and centerpieces.

We depart Groton Senior Center at 9:15 am with an estimated return 7 pm. Cost is $107 pp

Thursday, November 30th- Trip to Newport Playhouse- Dashing Through the Snow

Posted on November 5, 2017 by Groton

At Newport’s only Dinner Theater enjoy their great home-style buffet, a wonderful play in their intimate theater and a fun-filled cabaret in the dining room. Buffet 11:30am… Curtain 1:00pm. Cabaret always follows the play. We leave at 9:45 am & approx. return 6 pm at Groton Senior Center. Deadline for this trip is November 27th. $65 /resident