Celebration of Summer with Club 55
Friday, August 18th
5:00 PM – DINNER and 6:00 PM – CONCERT
Our delicious summer menu will be Pork Ribs, Baked Haddock, Baked Sweet Potato, Creamed Green Bean and Potatoes, Corn on the Cob, Apple Dumpling, Punch/Coffee.
Live entertainment following with The Bodega Band, come enjoy an evening of jazz, blues, classic rock and country covers with a good dose of originals mixed in!
$18 Club 55 Member // $23 Non-member
Club 55 Meeting
2nd Tuesday of every month at 12:30pm
Next meeting: Tuesday, August 8th
Club 55 celebrated 50 years of service to our Groton community at its January meeting and has been hard at work ever since. Many of the projects and events require detailed planning but the results are worth it. The mission of Club 55 is to provide our 55+ community with the opportunity for social, recreational activities as well as community service that makes
life meaningful and demonstrates the valuable contribution of seniors to our community.
How does Club 55 do this? Annual Club 55 dues, fund-raising activities, contributions, and support from the Thrive 55+ Active Living Center staff provide the money and technical assistance needed to carry out the Club’s annual agenda. Club 55 meetings are held monthly on the second Tuesday of the month at 12:30 pm. We look forward to seeing you.
Each year Club 55 gives out Achievement Awards to Groton High School Seniors. This is an award and not a scholarship, therefore the student can use the money for school related items including but not exclusive to tuition. This year Club 55 added an award for an adult who is returning school to further their education. College is important for many reasons, including increased career stability and satisfaction, and the ability to make an impact on your community. With more and more careers requiring advanced education, a college degree can be critical to your success in today’s workforce.
The club is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Achievement Awards:
• Club 55 $1000 Award – Madison Porter
• Club 55 $500 Awards – Ryan Greene, Emily Wallis
• Marilyn Charette Memorial Award for Health Professions – Jennifer Meakem
• Colleen Post Memorial Award – Greyson Demmons
Join us! Club 55 dues are $5.00 for 12 months of membership and entitle you to the discounts shown above. Stop by the front desk for a membership application.
August Art Classes
Acrylic Painting with Kelly Luther Hall: Wednesdays from 5:30- 7:30 pm
Acrylic painting for basic beginners and beyond basic levels will explore methods and techniques for putting together successful acrylic paintings of a variety of subject matter while using some fun unique techniques. No experience is necessary. Age 14+ welcome. Cost is $60 resident/ $70 non resident for the 8 weeks session.
Watercolor with Dr. Michael Sullo: Saturdays from 9:00-11:00 am
An 6-week class for beginning watercolor students or students that have experience who would like to brush up on their skills. Each student will be responsible for their own supplies a list will be provided upon registration. Open to all ages 16 and up Cost is $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session.
Oil Painting Class with Dr. Michael Sullo: Tuesdays from 9:00am-12:00pm
An experienced class. $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session.
Drawing with Dr. Michael Sullo: Wednesdays from 2:00 – 5:00pm
Cost is $80 resident /$90 non-resident for the 6 week session
Expressive Art Group: Thursdays from 1:00- 2:30
This group will offer an opportunity to make friends, socialize and share the common interest of art! Be creative and make projects that you will get to take home and enjoy. This program is supported by Senior Resources: Area Agency on Aging with Title III funds made available under the Older Americans Act. Cost: Suggested Donation: Age 55 -59 $28/60 + $14
Dining Out Program at Olive Garden
Tuesday, August 8th at 5:00pm
Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community that gives to us. An evening outing of dining, socializing, and enjoyment! Each month one special restaurant will be featured. Our van will pick you up or you can meet us
there. Each person pays their own tab. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. Registration required.
Trip: A Day at TangleWood
Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma
Sunday, August 13th
What’s better than spending some time with music and friends? Experience an inspiring concert at Tanglewood, which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops for over 75 years. Enjoy a music filled afternoon as Andris Nelsons conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring noted American Cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Today they will be playing Julia Adolphe, Makeshift Castle, co-commissioned by the BSO and Gewandhaus orchestra; Cello Concerto No. 1 by Dmitri Shostakovich, and Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky.
Before the show, enjoy a delicious brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill. The family-run and family-friendly restaurant in Westfield opened its doors to the public in December 2014. Our Brunch choices for today will include Homemade muffins, pastries, fresh cut fruit, mixed green salad, home fries, bacon, french toast, chicken francaise, and stuffed shells with pasta and seasonal veggies, all served buffet-style including coffee, tea, and orange juice.
We have Reserved Rear Shed Seats for 2:30p performance of the Boston Symphony Orchestra- featuring Yo-Yo Ma. Listen to the sounds of the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by guest conductor Andris Nelsons. This
concert features Yo-Yo Ma, famous cellist.
Reserved shed seats for the 2:30p performance. Time prior to show to enjoy the grounds — Please note; there are two prices: Shed $190 resident/Lawn $140 non-res. Trip is rain or shine. Tour Includes: Deluxe Motor coach bus
transportation, Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill, Admission to Tanglewood, and All Gratuities to Driver.
Times are approximate: Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ of Groton, CT/ Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Thrive 55+ of Groton