Trip: Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream
Tuesday, July 18th from 1:15-3:00pm
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, July 5th
Ice Cream anyone? Buttonwood Farm makes over 50 flavors of ice cream at their farm. Along with the ice cream, the waffle cones and whipped cream are also handmade onsite. During your visit, have a cup, cone, sundae or shake of their delightful treat as you enjoy the views of sunflower fields and farm cows at their scenic country location.
Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus). Ice Cream is on your own.
Register for The Big E Trip
Friday, September 15th
Join us on Opening Day for a day full of fun! The Big E is the largest fair in New England with lots of food, fun and great entertainment such as – the Avenue of States, musical entertainment, the Marti Gras Parade, agricultural and livestock exhibits, Clydesdales, plus an array of exhibits, rides, shopping, crafts, entertainment and TONS of foods. Don’t forget to try The Big E Cream Puff or The Big Éclair!
Opening Day is also Military Appreciation Day! Active Military and Veterans get free admission to the fair with a Veteran or Military ID. Representatives from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs from across New England will be stationed along the Avenue of States to answer questions and provide information on both national and state Veteran resources. A great day to visit!
COST: $58 per person – Includes charter bus transportation and The Big E admission fee.
$48 Active Military and Veterans – Includes transportation. Free admission with Military ID.
8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
7:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960. When you hear the message
saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*
Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents
-Beginning Monday, July 24 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents
-Beginning Tuesday, July 25 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older)
-Beginning Wednesday, July 26 at 5:00pm
Trip: Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock
Tuesday, June 27th from 11:00am-1:45pm
Sign up at Reception (by phone or in person) starting on Wednesday, June 7th
Join us for lunch at Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London. This casual, outdoor restaurant is a local favorite for seafood lovers! They offer seafood dinners, lobster rolls, chowder, salads, hamburgers, chicken sandwiches and more! Have room for dessert? Captain Scott’s also sells ice cream and sundaes! Located right
on the water, Captain Scott’s offers beautiful views of Shaw’s Cove Marina while enjoying your lunch.
(Please note: Dining is on outdoor picnic tables with a covered seating area available).
Cost: $2 for transportation (Senior Center bus). Lunch is on your own.
Register for the August Day Long Trip
Trip to Boston Harbor for a lunch cruise
with shopping at Farneuil Hall & Quincy Market
on Thursday, August 24th
Enjoy a wonderful afternoon on Boston Harbor for an afternoon of distinctive dining and incredible views aboard Spirit of Boston, a 192ft luxury yacht during this 2 hour lunch cruise. Elegant and impressive, this exquisite ship is a sophisticated way to see Boston Harbor from the water.
The scenic route departs from Commonwealth Pier and cruises past notable sights including the USS Constitution, Zakim Bunker Hill Memorial Bridge and Inner Boston Harbor Islands. View the Boston city skyline from the massive windows surrounding the three climate-controlled interior dining decks or take in the stunning panoramic views from two exterior observation decks.
Listen to onboard musical entertainment while enjoying your incredible buffet lunch. Buffet will be open during the entire cruise and includes multiple salads, chicken, salmon, pork, pasta, selection of vegetables, fresh bread, a signature dessert station, and drinks. (menu available upon request)
After the cruise, a short ride brings us to Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market. You will be given time on your own to explore the many shops, learn the history of the area, and enjoy the day!
COST: $120 per person includes charter coach transportation and Spirit of Boston Buffet Cruise.
Driver tip is not included.
8:45 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
6:45 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960. When you hear the message
saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*
Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents:
-Beginning Wednesday, June 14 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents:
-Beginning Thursday, June 15 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older):
-Beginning Friday, June 16 at 5:00pm
Blithewold Mansion & Gardens Trip
Trip to Blithewold Mansion & Gardens
with lunch at Blithewold and shopping in Newport
on Thursday, July 20th
Located on Narragansett Bay, Blithewold is the 33-acre summer estate of the Van Wickle family. Rebuilt in 1906 after a fire, the 45-room mansion is filled with family heirlooms and authentic furnishings. Numerous breathtaking gardens, spread throughout the property, contain an exceptional collection of plants, trees, and whimsical stonework reflecting a vision that is romantic, fresh, and inspiring.
Your enjoyable day starts with a guided tour of Blithewold Mansion and Gardens. Your guide will take you through the mansion while telling the history of the Van Wickle family who placed great emphasis on the gardens and landscape. You will also visit each of the ten gardens, the Bamboo Grove, the Summerhouse and the Lord and Burnham greenhouse complex.
After the guided tour, enjoy a freshly prepared buffet style luncheon with an assortment of sandwiches, pasta salad, chips, dessert, and drinks which will be served on the mansion’s terrace overlooking the expansive lawn and Narragansett Bay. Relax and enjoy yourself! After lunch, you will have time on your own to visit the gift shop, revisit the gardens to take pictures or explore the mansion once more.
Following our visit to Blithewold, a short drive will bring us to Newport. You will be dropped off at the Newport Visitor Center to enjoy time on your own for shopping, a late afternoon snack or just enjoying the beautiful views that Newport has to offer. A great way to end your wonderful day!
COST: $89 per person includes charter coach bus transportation, guided tour of Blithewold, and buffet luncheon. Driver tip is not included.
8:30 AM Depart Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich
6:00 PM Approximate return time to Norwich
REGISTRATION BY TELEPHONE
*On your registration day, Dial (860) 889-5960. When you hear the message
saying the Senior Center is closed, dial 3433 and follow the instructions.*
Senior Center Members, Norwich Residents:
-Beginning Wednesday, June 7 at 5:00pm
Senior Center Members, Non-Residents:
-Beginning Thursday, June 8 at 5:00pm
Open Registration (Any Adults, aged 18 and older):
-Beginning Friday, June 9 at 5:00pm