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A DIVISION OF GROTON PARKS & RECREATION

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Groton, CT 06340

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CLUB 55 MEETING

Tuesday, March 10th 12:30 pm

Hope to see you at our meeting!

10TH ANNIVERSARY BREAKFAST OF

“NEW” SENIOR CENTER BUILDING

FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH

Please join us for another special

event breakfast with performance by

1st official State Troubadour, Tom

Callinan, at 9 am. Our menu is

Ribeye steak & eggs, home fries,

cheese cake muffins, fruit cup,

orange juice and coffee/tea.

Begins at 8:40 am. $8.00

We are celebrating 10 years in our

new building. After breakfast, we

have an Open House on all things

happening here at the center. Join a

class, listen to some music, socialize,

enjoy the community celebration.

Activities going on throughout the

day. Happy Anniversary to us!

March ‘20

SATURDAY, MARCH 14

BAKERS BATTLE

11AM-1PM

We invite friends in the

community to join us in this fun

event full of fierce professional

and recreational bakers in a Battle

of Flour, Sugar and

Fondant. Yum!!!

This is a family friendly,

community event open to all to

attend.

Not A Baker, Be a Taster

Cost: $10 pre reg./$12 at the door

ST PATRICK’S DAY LUNCHEON

TUESDAY, MARCH 17TH 11:30 AM

Join us for a

traditional St

Patrick’s Day meal

of corned beef,

cabbage, boiled

potatoes, carrots,

soda bread and

more! Cost:$12

Entertainment will

be after lunch is

served.

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Vibrant Life® is a cutting edge activities program with an innovative approach designed for enhancing and enriching residents’ lives across seven core components for well-rounded and meaningful experiences. These core components provide the balanced structure for implementing diversity across the Vibrant Life® program, which is embraced through several signature programs.

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Michelle N. DempseyTitle 19 Specialist

Guiding Families through the Complex Medicaid Application Process to Pay

for Long Term Care

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• Medication Reminders• Errands/Shopping• Light Housekeeping• Meal Preparation

• Companionship• Respite Care

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Servicing All of Connecticut

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STAFF INFORMATION

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SENIOR CENTER STAFF

SENIOR CENTER FRONT DESK /MAIN LINE 860-441-6785

Mary Jo Riley, Senior Center Supervisor 860-441-6636

Kathy Williams, Program Supervisor 860-441-6795

Cindy Olsen, Program Supervisor 860-441-6623

Lamont Hill, Food Service Supervisor 860-441-6771

Jennifer Meakem, Office Assistant II 860-441-6658

Kirsti Zarn, Office Assistant II 860-441-6785

Faith Richardson, Financial Assistant I 860-441-6695

Tomi Stanley, Part Time Program Supervisor 860-441-6782

IN THIS ISSUE:

3 Staff information

4 Dining Out & Movies

4 March Highlights/

5 Trips & Travel

6 Game & Strategy/ Technology

7 Music Arts & Entertainment

8 Fitness

9 April Highlights/Volunteer Focus

10 Spring 2 Registration Information

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Busy running errands, taking care of

grandchildren or just plain busy?

Let us take care of the meal and get

a Take Out order from our

COASTAL CAFÉ AT THE CENTER.

Call ahead at 860-441-6771

to order.

Located inside Groton Senior Center.

40/10

ANNIVERSARY

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Groton Senior Center opened its doors in 1980 for programs

for seniors in the Town of Groton, CT. In 2010, your center

reopened as the newly renovated center we have today.

Groton Senior Center staff have planned many special events

celebrating our 40/10 throughout 2020. So please look for these

special 40/10 events like our Anniversary Breakfast and Open

House Friday, March 6th and in June our Anniversary Dance.

WE ARE PROUD TO CELEBRATE 40 PLUS YEARS OF

QUALITY PROGRAMMING AND SERVICES FOR YOU!

EBAC RETIREES

The EBAC RETIREES CLUB meets 10 a.m.

on the first Friday of each month at the

Groton Senior Center. Coffee and pastries

are provided by the club. The meetings last

about 30 minutes. EBAC Retirees Club

occasionally has a guest speaker come in to

discuss member issues.

EBAC Retirees PITCH:

• Mondays 12 to 2 p.m.

• Fridays at GSC 10 a.m. (or immediately

following monthly meeting.) to 12 p.m.

VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION HOURS

3RD AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS 9 AM -12 PM

NURSE MANAGAED CARE CLINIC

2ND TUESDAY MONTHLY 9:30– 10:30 AM

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS

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DINING OUT - SNEEKERS CAFÉ

TUESDAY, MARCH 10TH AT 5:00 PM

The community gives to the Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community. Each

month a restaurant is featured. Ride the GSC bus or meet us there. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. An

evening outing, socializing & enjoyment! Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening.

FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH 10TH ANNIVERSARY BREAKFAST OF “NEW” SENIOR CENTER BUILDING

Please join us for another special event breakfast with performance by 1st official State Troubadour, Tom

Callinan, at 9 am. Our menu is Ribeye steak & eggs, home fries, cheese cake muffins, fruit cup, orange juice

and coffee/tea. Begins at 8:40 am. $8.00

Registration is required for either event and transportation.

♦ Wednesday, March 18 11am -2 pm Senior Resources Agency on Aging presents: MEDICARE SAVINGS

PROGRAM- UNDERSTAND YOUR MEDICARE BENEFITS. Do you need help paying your Medicare

Premiums? Please register for this FREE talk.

♦ Wednesday, March 4th OATS Snow Day at Mohawk Mountain, Cornwall CT (see page 9)

♦ Tuesday, March 3rd 1– 2:30 pm Dr. Elena Bortan will speak on ESSENTIAL TREMOR: diagnostic

process and treatment options presented by Hartford Healthcare.

♦ Wednesday, March 4th 12:00 pm USCGA CLARINET TRIO PERFORMANCE

♦ Wednesday, March 11th at 10:30 am Presenting Dementia with Robin Ely of MIND MATTERS

♦ Thursday, March 19th Spring Equinox Copp Family Park Walk (see page 9)

♦ Thursday, March 19th 1 :00 pm Trip Presentation– Nashville & Smoky Mountains (see page 5)

In order to successfully plan these events we ask that you please register in advance.

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for the care

partner and loved one to participate in a fun

interactive class together. It provides the

opportunity for socialization and to meet new people

who can identify and relate to each other.

CONNECTIONS is for anyone with a mild to

moderate cognitive challenge and their care partner.

The activities for this class are designed to be done

in pairs and will be meaningful with a purpose,

music, art, exercise and memory games will be

incorporated along with much more.

There is no skilled care provided by staff for this

class and all individuals who would like to participate

must be comfortable in a group setting.

$20 per pair for 8 week session beginning March 4th.

RETIRING, TURNING 65?

MEDICARE

Wondering how Medicare

retirement works? There are

4 parts to Medicare: Part A

(Hospital), Part B (Medical),

Part C (Medicare Advantage

Plan, sold by a private

company) Part D

(Prescription Drug).

Your initial enrollment

period for Medicare (all parts) begins three months before

the month you turn 65 and lasts until the end of the third

month after your birthday month – a total of seven

months. If you don’t sign up during the initial window, you

can sign up between Jan. 1 and March 31 each year for

coverage that begins July 1. Failure to sign up during the

initial enrollment period, however, could result in

permanently higher premiums – unless you qualify for a

special enrollment period.

For more information contact Senior Resources on Aging

CHOICES program at 860-887-3561.

TRIPS & TRAVEL

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EXTENDED TRIPS are not just for Groton residents!

Call 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov for a detailed flyer.

SPOTLIGHT ON SANTA FE May 10 - May 15, 2020

Walking Tour of Santa Fe Plaza, Open-Air Tram Tour, Loretto Chapel,

Santa Fe School of Cooking, Turquoise Trail, Allan Houser Sculpture

Garden, Bandelier National Monument, El Santuario de Chimayo

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THE ARK ENCOUNTER JUNE 20-26, 2020 (MOTORCOACH TRIP)

This journey brings you face to face with Genesis and the life-size

recreation of Noah’s Ark and the Creation Museum. Cruise through the

glorious Allegheny Mountains; experience the charming lifestyle of

Amish Country in Ohio and the Mennonite and Amish people of

Pennsylvania on this enriching trip of a lifetime.

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COUNTRYSIDE OF THE EMERALD ISLE : IRELAND AUGUST 2–11, 2020

Dublin, Cooking Class, Irish National Stud, Distillery Tour,

Kinsale, Diner’s Choice, Choices on Tour,

Garnish Island, Dingle Peninsula, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands

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JUST ADDED!

NIAGARA FALLS

October 5-8, 2020

(MOTORCOACH TRIP)

Hornblower Niagara Cruise

• Skylon Tower

Peller Estates Winery • Oh

Canada EH Dinner Show

TRIP PRESENTATION

TUESDAY, APRIL 7 AT 3 PM

SPOTLIGHT ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA Oct. 31-Nov. 8 2020

Nice, Antique Market, Choices on Tour, Grasse, Fragonard Perfumerie

Workshop, St. Tropez, Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting, Monaco, Monte

Carlo Casino, Cannes, Antibes, St. Paul de Vence, Nice Flower Market,

Eze, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

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NASHVILLE & THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS HOLIDAY

FEATURING GATLINBURG & ASHEVILLE DECEMBER 10-17, 2020

Grand Ole Opry Show, Historic RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of

Fame, Gaylord Opryland Resort Dinner & Holiday Show, Great Smoky

Mountains National Park, Dolly Parton’s Christmas Stampede & Dinner

Show, Dollywood, Asheville, Biltmore Estate

TRIP PRESENTATION RSVP

THURSDAY, MARCH 19 1:00 PM OR APRIL 29TH 6:00 PM

Trip presentations are free yet we need you to register.

860-441-6785

DAYTRIPS SPRING 2020

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

GARDE ARTS CENTER CINEMA

SERIES: LITTLE WOMEN AT 11 AM

Cost is $10 pp Max of 20

THURSDAY, APRIL 23

HARLEM

Harlem is so much more than you

can imagine! Our unforgettable day

will include: Special guided tour of

Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre.

The tour is educational, entertaining

and inspirational. Hear the story of the

theatre and the legendary people who

performed here, such as Ella Fitzgerald,

Billie Holiday, James Brown, The

Supremes, Stevie Wonder and so many

more. See what it feels like to stand on

the stage. Take a peek at the wall back

stage full of signatures of all the

famous musicians and artists that have

performed here. Lunch at Dinosaur

Barbeque, a popular Harlem

restaurant. Our family style menu will

include: Chopped Salad, BBQ Ribs,

1/4 Chicken, 2 Sides, Soft Drinks &

Cookies. A guided riding tour

highlights the diversity, history and

beauty that is in Harlem, from the

Harlem Meer in Central Park, the

exterior of the Cathedral Church of St.

John the Divine, the famous

brownstones, the beautiful West side

and so much more!! COST: $130pp

(Includes deluxe motor coach, all

admissions & gratuities to Driver &

Tour Director) Depart: 7am GSC

SATURDAY, MAY 23RD

NYC ON YOUR OWN DAY TRIP

We provide the ride. You enjoy the

day! This trip is open to all - not just

seniors nor just Groton residents. We

make 3 drop off stops in NYC to best

meet the wants of all. $55 per res./$65

per nonresident. Trip cost includes

coach transportation & driver gratuity.

GAME & STRATEGY SPRING 1 MARCH 2 -APRIL 24

Program Classroom Time Day Fee (Res/Non-Res)

Bingo CR2 1:00-3:00 pm Thursday $.50 per card

Bowling Groton Bowling 12:30 pm Friday Call 860-445-6500

Bridge – Beginner 2 CR1 10:00 am—12:00 pm

Tuesday

$24/$34

Bridge - Intermediate CR1

10:00 - 11:30 am

1:00—2:30 pm

Wed or Thurs

Tuesday

$24/$34

Cribbage - Play CR1 10:00 am—12:00 pm Monday Free

Cribbage - Instruction CRC 10:00 am—12:00 pm Monday Free - max of 12

Mah Jongg –Play CR2 9:30 - 11:30 am Mon & Friday $8.00

Beginner Mah Jongg–

Instruction

CR2 10:15 am -12:00 pm Tuesday $10.00

Mind Aerobics CR2 10:00—11:00 am

Thursday

$18/$28

Pinochle CR1 12:15 - 3:00 pm Wednesday $.75/$1.00

Sanctioned Bridge CR1 1:00 - 3:00 pm Friday $7/week

Wii Bowling Tech Center 12:30 - 3:00 pm Wednesday $8.00

TECH TALK

Featured topics with addi�onal open forum

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March 5 Online Scams

March 12 Virus Protection

March 19 Smart Phones 101 *

March 26 Q & A

April 2 Why Excel?

April 9 Cell Phone Photo Tips

April 16 Email Options

April 23 Word Tips

April 30 Ridesharing Services Apps

TECHNOLOGY CENTER

ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER / TECHNOLOGY

We can schedule appointments to help you with what you need.

We are able to individualize to best suit you! Stop into our

fantastic Computer Tech Center to schedule an appointment

or for help call 860-445-1057.

WHEN TO STOP IN

Weekdays we are open to

assist YOU

8:30-11:30 AND

Monday & Thursday until 3 pm

Mondays 8:30 -11 a.m.

free IPad /IPhone help.

First Monday monthly 4-5 pm

Techy Teens gadget help

Thursdays 1:00-2:00 p.m.

FREE cell phone help

Wednesdays 12:30 pm

Wii Bowling*

(*registration required) $8/ 8 weeks

Register at www.grotonrec.com

*SMARTPHONES 101

Bring your fully charged smart phone to this beginners class to learn

about contacts, texts, calls, settings, the internet and more tips.

RSVP 860-441-6785

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* EBAC Retirees PITCH: Mondays 12 to 2 p.m. and Fridays at GSC 10 a.m. See page 3

MUSIC, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT SPRING 1 MARCH 2 -APRIL 24

Program Classroom Time Day Fee (Res/Non-Res)

Beginning Sewing CR3 3:30 - 5:00 pm Wednesday $8.00

Ceramics

(painting pottery)

CR4

10:00 -11:30 am

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Monday

Thursday

$32/$42+greenware

Guitar Lessons CRC 11:30 - 12:30 pm Tuesday

Call Jesse c

860-326-9773

Mysterium Magic Music Room 1:00- 2:00 pm Monday, April 27 Free

Piano Lessons Music Room call David Tubbs To schedule lessons 860-912-3129

Quilting Bee CR3 10:00 - 12:00 pm Friday $8.00

Scrapbooking Bee CR3 10:00 - 3:00 pm Tuesday $8.00

Watercolor CR3 1:30 pm OR 6:00 pm

Tuesday

March 10– April 21

$200+ materials

Pay instructor

Writing Group CRC 1:00 - 2:00 pm

1st & 3rd

Wednesday

Free

Zentangle CR3 12:30– 3:00 pm

Thursdays

March 5– April 24

$115/125

Discover Connections CRB 9:30 am—1:00 pm Tuesday/ Thursday $16

CONNECTIONS

w Caregiver

CRB 10:30-11:30 am Wednesday $20 per pair

MARCH MOVIE MATINEE SPONSORED BY CLUB 55

Costs: Club 55 members $1.00 and Non-members $3.00 includes popcorn & punch. Registration is required.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25TH 2020

MIDWAY (2019) PG-13 | 2H 18MIN | ACTION, DRAMA, HISTORY (USA)

On Dec. 7, 1941, Japanese forces launch a devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, the U.S. naval base in Hawaii. Six

months later, the Battle of Midway commences on June 4, 1942, as the Japanese navy once again plans a strike

against American ships in the Pacific. For the next three days, the U.S. Navy and a squad of brave fighter pilots

engage the enemy in one of the most important and decisive battles of World War II.

DISCOUNT MOVIE MORNING @ MYSTIC LUXURY CINEMAS SATURDAY, March 28, 2020

4th Saturday of the month- $10 includes soda, popcorn & movie. You must register and pay GSC by Thurs, 3/26.

FITNESS & DANCE SPRING 1MARCH 2 -APRIL 24

PROGRAM CLASSROOM TIME DAY FEE (RES/NON-RES)

Arthritis/S and B ER2 10:15-11:15 am T/Th $50/$60

Boom Move

ER2 9:00 -10:00 am

9:00 -10:00 am

T/Th

Saturday

$50/$60

$28/$38

Cardio Sculpt ER2 9:00 - M, 9:15 - W

9:00am - F

M, W, F $60/$70

FLOW Fitness ER 8:00– 8:50 am Fridays $28/$38

(Senior) Karate I GCC 9:00 – 9:45 am M, W $65/$75

(Senior ) Karate II* GCC 9:45 – 10:30 am M, W $65/$75

Kobudo (weapons) * GCC 10:30 - 11:15 am M, W $65/$75

Heart Healthy Fitness ER2 4:00-5:00 pm M, W $50/$60

Line Dancing ER1 10:30-11:30 am M $40/$50

Pickleball ER1&2 Call Ahead M, T, W, Th, F $3 /Drop in

Pickleball GCC

Intermediate / Adv.

Groton Commty Ctr 5:00 -8:00 pm W

F

$3/Drop In

Pickleball– Beginners ER1&2

Groton Commty Ctr

12:00- 1:00 pm

4:00 -5:00 pm

M

W

Call to register

$3 Drop In

Stretch, Strength &

Balance (SSB)

ER2 10:15 -11:15 am

10:30-11:30 am

M and F

W

$60/$70

Strength Training ER2 5:00– 6:00 pm M, W $60/$70

Tai Chi ER1 2:00- 3:00 pm T

11:30– 12:30 Th

T or Th $28/$38

Walk with Ease Music room 11:30 am –12:30 pm M,W,F $25

Yoga Plus ER1 9:00 –10:00 am Saturdays $28/38

Yoga ER2 8:00 - 9:00 am W $28/$38

Zumba Gold ER1 5:00- 6:00 pm

11:45– 12:45 am

T or Th

W

$28/$38

Zumba Gold Toning ER1 6:10-7:10 pm

11:45-12:45 am

M

F

$28/$38

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP Fitness Center 7:00 am - 7:00 pm M, T, W, Th, F $72/$82

DROP IN FITNESS PASS Any fitness class N/A M, T, W, Th, F $5/day

5 pack $25/10 pk $50

Dance Conditioning ER 8:00- 8:50 am Tuesday $28/38

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VOUNTEERS IN FOCUS

APRIL HIGHLIGHTS

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♦ Wednesdays, April 1st 12:30-2:50pm Live Well with Diabetes program, free for six-weeks RSVP

♦ Thursday, April 2nd at 11am Come and Discover: MEDICARE – What it covers and WHAT IT

DOES NOT. Learn about the potential gaps in your Medicare coverage.

♦ Thursday, April 2nd at 5:30 pm Michelle Dempsey Title 19—CT HOME CARE PROGRAM FOR

ELDERS What do you do when you need assistance with daily activities like bathing, walking and

personal hygiene? The CT Home Care Program for Elders can pay for home care services to help you

remain in the community.

♦ Wednesday, April 22nd at 11am Senior Learning- HERBAL MEDICINE AND HISTORY Presented by Herbalist

Karen Parker

♦ Monday, April 27th 1 pm Mysterium Magic program with Todd Gipstein

In order to successfully plan these events we ask that you please register in advance. 860-441-6785

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In Honor of Volunteer Appreciation week April 19 –25th the Groton Senior Center staff

thanks all of our volunteers for their hard work and dedication throughout the year

We could not do what we do without each and every one of you.

Volunteer Appreciation Not Just for A Week But Every Day !!!!

“VOLUNTEERS DON’T GET PAID, NOT BECAUSE THEY’RE WORTHLESS,

BUT BECAUSE THEY’RE PRICELESS” -Sherry Anderson

O.A.T.S. A 55+ OUTDOOR ACTIVE TRAVELING SENIORS GROUP

Each event requires registration please call 860-441-6623

♦ Wednesday, March 4-SNOW DAY at Mohawk Mountain, Cornwall CT

$22 lift fee for the day (does not include lunch) Deadline to register is Tuesday February 28th.

♦ Thursday, March 19 - Spring Equinox Copp Family Park Walk 10 am

♦ Thursday, April 2nd (rain date April 9) 10am-12 pm Hike the G.O.S.A. SHEEP FARM -

Bring your picnic lunch if you wish. There are picnic tables there.

SPRING REGISTRATION AND APRIL PROGRAMS

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Spring 2 session – May 4 - June 29 (Monday)

Residents - register beginning April 6

Nonresidents - register beginning April 13

BRIDGE CLASS PARTICIPANTS-

Residents—Beginning April 6 (in person)

Residents AND Nonresidents– ONLINE

REGISTRATION ONLY OPENS April 8

Nonresident– April 13 (in person)

No Classes will be held April 10.

Registration Deadline - Please register before the first

week of class. Classes not meeting the minimum will be

cancelled for the session.

Register ONLINE www.GrotonRec.com/Discover55

More information about Groton Senior Center’s

programs & services can be found in the newsletter rack

in the Cove.

COMING IN MAY 2020

♦ May 9 – Club 55 Flea Market

♦ May 13 – Active Living Expo

♦ May 15 - Rotary Dinner

♦ May 16 – Pickleball Tourney

♦ May 23 NYC On Your Own trip

♦ May 29 – Mc Lew’s Breakfast

APRIL MOVIE MATINEE SPONSORED BY CLUB 55

Costs: Club 55 members $1.00 and Non-members

$3.00 includes popcorn & punch. Registration needed.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 1 PM

KNIVES OUT (2019) PG-13 | 2H 11MIN | COMEDY, CRIME, DRAMA

A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.

DISCOUNT MOVIE MORNING @ MYSTIC LUXURY CINEMAS SATURDAY, APRIL 25

Every 4th Saturday of the month- $10 includes soda , popcorn and the movie.

You must register and pay GSC by Thursday, April 23rd

DINING OUT - LANGLEYS

TUESDAY, APRIL 14TH AT 5:00 PM

Dining Out and Breakfast Out are our way of giving back to the community.

Each month a restaurant is featured. Ride the senior van or meet us there.

Order a full entrée or just appetizers. Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially

nutritional” evening or Saturdays for some communal nourishment.

BREAKFAST OUT—BLEU SQUID SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH 8:30 AM

Registration is required for either event. 860-441-6785.

Please also let us know if you need GSC bus transportation.

Yum, fun

and socially

nutritional!

Visit our Facebook page

on line at

Facebook.com/GrotonSC

GROTON REGIONAL THEATER presents You Can’t Take It With You- a madcap, idealistic

comedy that reinforces the idea that you can only live life to the fullest by doing

whatever makes you happy.” Performance dates: April 3-5, 10-12, 17 and 18, 2020.

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CLUB 55 MEETING

Tuesday, April 14 12:30 pm

CLUB 55 BOARD MEMBERS

are dedicated volunteers working

towards bettering our community

in and outside Groton Senior

Center. Please take the time to

learn more about what they do!

Attend a meeting.

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A fashion show for you to see in person the

TRUE versus FALSE uniforms of many of our

local uniformed professionals such as

police, utility workers and postal service

personnel "models." Don’t be fooled!

Presented by Groton TRIAD

Groton TRIAD is a cooperative

partnership between seniors, Groton

Police Department, Peoples United

Bank, Groton Senior Center & Senior

Resources Agency on Aging.

This event is open to all to attend.

FRIDAY, APRIL 24TH @ 5:00-7:00 PM

GSC Volunteers you are invited festive event just for you!

Let’s Bee Bop to the tunes and perhaps even dress up for the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s !

RSVP 860-441-6785 or at the front desk please.

“Volunteers Rock”

Sock Hop dance