Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/GamesA variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    Oktoberfest Lunch

    Friday, October 14th at 12:00pm

     

    Menu: Sausage & Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, Buttered Noodles, Apple Sauce, German Apple Pudding Cake

    Cost is $7 per person.

    Registration begins Oct 3rd. Register by Oct 11th.

    Over The Hill Hiking Group: September Hikes

    Hike Dates:

    Sep 2nd, Barn Island, Pawcatuck
    Easy
    Leader: Cindy
    Sep 9th, Goodwin Trail, East Lyme
    Easy/Moderate
    Leader: Debbie & Barry
    Sep 16th, Banning Woods, Lyme
    Moderate
    Leader: Cindy
    Sep 23rd, Lay Preserve, Old Lyme
    Moderate
    Leader: Jan
    Sep 30th, Green Falls, Voluntown*
    Difficult
    Leader: Chuck

     

    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 9:30 A.M.   *Senior Van – $5.00 fee limited occupancy. Hikers who wish to carpool should meet at East Lyme Senior Center at 9:00 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.

    Romeo Club: Little Pub in Old Saybrook

    Wednesday, September 28th at 11:30am

     

    Lunch at Little Pub, Old Saybrook

    So, what is the ROMEO Club?
    (Retired Old Men Eating Out)
    They eat out, have fun, make and keep friends. Men Only!

    Trip fee is $5pp (transportation only)

    AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

    Wednesday, September 7th from 12:30-4:30pm

     

    $20 for AARP member, $25 for non-members
    Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration.
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    The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Contact your insurance company to find out. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

    Regional Event Block Party

    Thursday, September 22nd from 5:00-7:30pm

    Hosted by Groton Senior Center

     

    Bring your lawn chair/blanket and listen or dance to the Corvettes Doo Wop Review. Food Trucks will be available to bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the night air and your fellow do wop enthusiasts. Event to be held at Thrive 55+ powered by the Groton Senior Center @ 102 Newtown Road, Groton.

    $10 per person – limited tickets available. Get your ticket at the Senior Center
    office. A bus will be provided if we have enough registration.

    Registration now open. Register by Sep 8th