Trip: Old Mistick Village
Friday, June 16th at 10:00am
Enjoy strolling through this throwback village setting to visit all the numerous shops, boutiques, and eateries.
FEE: $3, for transportation only
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Trip: Newport Daffodil Days
Tuesday, April 18th at 10:00am
(rain date: April 25th)
Celebrate the arrival of over 1,200,000 bright yellow daffodils throughout the Newport area. Our “Daffy Days” trip will begin with shopping and lunch on-your-own at Bannister’s Wharf, then we’ll pick you up and take you to the Cliff Walk, so you can enjoy the thousands of daffodils lining the famous Cliff Walk. From there, we will take the scenic Ocean Drive before heading back to the senior center.
** Please note that this trip requires moderate to extensive walking.
FEE: $10, for transportation only
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Trip: Italian Festival Featuring the Jersey Tenors
Thursday, April 13th at 10:15am
At Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT
Don’t miss this slam dunk hit featuring opera classics, rock epics and crooning ballads. Following a full course Italian luncheon, the Jersey Tenors will have you singing along as they raise the roof with their powerful voices!
FEE: $94; includes full course Italian luncheon, musical performance and meal taxes and gratuities
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office
Trip: St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Boston
Sunday, March 19
DEPARTING: 8:00 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: by 8:00 p.m.
Watch this world-renowned parade as floats, marching bands, and revelers make their way through the South Boston streets to honor St Patrick and celebrate Irish heritage. We will visit Quincy Market after the parade, where there’s an array of eateries to grab a bite of Boston flavor. Instead of the parade you can tour the magnificent city of Boston on your own. Spend the day at your leisure exploring the museums, historic sites, boutique shops, and restaurants.
FEE: $68 per person; price includes motorcoach transportation
Trip: The Mark Twain House & Museum
Tuesday, March 21st
Departing at 9:00am
This exceptional 25-room Victorian house was home to the legendary author, Samuel Clemens, known as the “Father of American Literature,” and was recently named one of the ten Best Historic Homes in the World by National Geographic. We will have a Living History Tour, which is an immersive experience that allows you to explore a slice of life in the Clemens household. We will be stopping for lunch-on-your-own on our way back.
Please note that this house has a lot of stairs and NO elevator. Face masks must also be worn while in the house.
FEE: $40, for transportation and Living History Tour
Register at www.ledyardrec.org or in the office