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Tuesday July 8, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Mystic Mornings - Mystic Mornings Experience innovative and invigorating sessions led by a masterful yoga instructor.  Her instructions perfectly synchronized with the ambient, calming beats mixed by a live DJ and presented through wireless silent disco headphones. This unique class weaves together the harmonious elements of meditation, dance and yoga to create a deeply immersive and peaceful experience where rhythmic, ethereal tones help you dive deeper into each stretch, breath and move."Cancellations caused by weather conditions will be decided by the instructor and will be rescheduled as needed. Please note that refunds will not be issued."
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Just Picked Produce Packing
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Schooners Baseball Camp - Schooners Baseball Camp Practice the fundamentals of baseball including the mechanics of throwing, hitting and fielding daily. Players grouped by age and skill level to promote skill development. Rain date Friday.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Tuesday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Club 55 Board Mtg
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Beginner Mah Jongg - July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg non- instructional - July/Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys - Tues. (Summer) A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect, which can also be shared at our periodic finale presentations if the participant so chooses.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Just Picked Produce Pick Up
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Educational Presentations - Just Picked , Fresh Produce Cooking Class. Presented by various Chefs
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Tuesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Intermediate Taking You Pickleball Game To The Next Level- Tues Night Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Trill Seekers Flute Ensemble Rehearsal
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Black Belt Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Wednesday July 9, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
8:45 AM - 10:30 AM	Poetry - Poetry & the Arts for Healing Humanity Group
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Schooners Baseball Camp - Schooners Baseball Camp Practice the fundamentals of baseball including the mechanics of throwing, hitting and fielding daily. Players grouped by age and skill level to promote skill development. Rain date Friday.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Wednesday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Karate - Senior Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Union Contract
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Educational Presentations - Master Gardener Presents - "The Good, The Bad, The In-Between
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys OR Short Story Writing - Wed (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Drumming For Everyone - Drumming For Everyone Group drumming lessons are interactive sessions where participants come together to learn and practice drumming as a collective activity. Led by a skilled instructor, these lessons often focus on rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, allowing individuals to explore various drumming techniques and styles. The collaborative nature of group drumming not only enhances musicality but also promotes social skills, self-expression, and stress relief, making it a fun and engaging experience for all skill levels.(Participants must bring drum pad and drum sticks.)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Wednesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	RTM Education Committee
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Wed (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM	GOSA Finance Committee
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Groton RTM

Thursday July 10, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Schooners Baseball Camp - Schooners Baseball Camp Practice the fundamentals of baseball including the mechanics of throwing, hitting and fielding daily. Players grouped by age and skill level to promote skill development. Rain date Friday.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Thursday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Thursday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	American Sign Language Instruction - Basic American Sign Language Class
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM	DAR Picnic
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Team building for pharmacy team
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Karate - Adaptive Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Advanced Tai Chi - Advanced Tai Chi This class is intended for individuals with prior experience in Tai Chi. It will concentrate on the Yang style, specifically the 48 short form and the classical 108 long form. Participants will engage with fundamental Tai Chi principles, in addition to selected Qi Gong practices. The program aims to promote health and longevity through low-impact physical exercise and emphasizes healthy breathing techniques. This practice can be characterized as a "moving meditation," offering benefits such as stress reduction and mood enhancement.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation - Special Recreation (Summer)(2025) Individuals with disabilities participate in arts & crafts, sports activities and compete in Special Olympics sports.  (All Special Olympics sports fall under the Special Recreation Program.)  Arts and crafts always take place at the Groton Community Center on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.Days and times vary, please check monthly calendar that is given to you at the time of reservation.   Please note some sports do not occur on Thursdays.  Any questions please call Eileen 860-625-1024.Each season there will be an intent to participate in Special Olympic sports.  Look to receipt to register.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Special Olympics Bocce
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	league meeting
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Black Belt Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Friday July 11, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Electric Boat Retirees Athletic Club
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Family get together
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen/Young Adult Social Club - Teen/Young Adult Social Club (Summer) Teens and young adults with special needs, plan group activities weekly. Participants have opportunities to learn new leisure activities, meet new friends, while having fun in age-appropriate groups.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social

Saturday July 12, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Sandbox Volleyball Tournament
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Cheer meeting
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Aquatics - Baby and Me Social (Summer)
10:00 AM - 10:35 AM	Aquatics - Level 1 Swim (Summer)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Aquatics - Intro to Level 1 Swim WITH Parent (Summer)
10:40 AM - 11:15 AM	Aquatics - Levels 4 & 5 Swim (Summer)
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
11:20 AM - 11:55 AM	Aquatics - Level 2 Swim (Summer)
11:20 AM - 11:55 AM	Aquatics - Level 3 Swim (Summer)
12:30 PM - 1:30 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Sunday July 13, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Sandbox Volleyball Tournament
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	For church related activities. That is bible studies, praying and singing
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League

Monday July 14, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Sewing Camp - Sewing Camp (2025) Learn to operate sewing machines and craft summer on the go pieces like lined beach totes, zippered pouches, scrunchies and PJ shorts. Beyond the basics, tackle elastic application, hems, French seams, building confidence and problem-solving skills.  Each child needs their own sewing machine. If you require one, we will make every attempt to provide one.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	OATS - OATS hike - Copp Family Park O.A.T.S.  Outdoor Active THRIVING Seniors (55+) A hearty group of cool people with a shared interest of being outdoors and local adventure who happen to be 55 and older.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Transition Academy
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Cribbage - Cribbage - July-Aug 2025 Learn the basic rules and game play of Cribbage.  A card game for two to four players in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31.  Practice games will be played to allow practical learning.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Thrive 55+ Volunteer meeting
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Cornhole - Cornhole - July - Aug 2025 Cornhole  is a game in which players or teams take turns throwing fabric bean bags at a raised, angled board with a hole in its far end. The goal of the game is to score points by either landing a bag on the board (one point) or putting a bag through the hole (three points).
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Short Story - Mon (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Community Meals
5:30 PM - 6:25 PM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Monday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Beginner Pickleball Lessons--Mon. Night Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Yoga For All (Summer Session) - Yoga For All (Summer) Immerse yourself in the union of mind, body, and spirit as you partake in mindful movement and breath work, all while cultivating your strength. This enchanting class welcomes both novices and seasoned yoga devotees alike. While the instructor offers some equipment and props, do not forget to bring your own yoga mat to complete your experience.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Mon (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Tuesday July 15, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Mystic Mornings - Mystic Mornings Experience innovative and invigorating sessions led by a masterful yoga instructor.  Her instructions perfectly synchronized with the ambient, calming beats mixed by a live DJ and presented through wireless silent disco headphones. This unique class weaves together the harmonious elements of meditation, dance and yoga to create a deeply immersive and peaceful experience where rhythmic, ethereal tones help you dive deeper into each stretch, breath and move."Cancellations caused by weather conditions will be decided by the instructor and will be rescheduled as needed. Please note that refunds will not be issued."
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Sewing Camp - Sewing Camp (2025) Learn to operate sewing machines and craft summer on the go pieces like lined beach totes, zippered pouches, scrunchies and PJ shorts. Beyond the basics, tackle elastic application, hems, French seams, building confidence and problem-solving skills.  Each child needs their own sewing machine. If you require one, we will make every attempt to provide one.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Tuesday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Beginner Mah Jongg - July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg non- instructional - July/Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys - Tues. (Summer) A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect, which can also be shared at our periodic finale presentations if the participant so chooses.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Just Picked Produce Pick Up
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Educational Presentations - Just Picked , Fresh Produce Cooking Class. Presented by various Chefs
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Tuesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Intermediate Taking You Pickleball Game To The Next Level- Tues Night Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Town Hall
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Trill Seekers Flute Ensemble Rehearsal

Wednesday July 16, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
8:45 AM - 10:30 AM	Poetry - Poetry & the Arts for Healing Humanity Group
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Sewing Camp - Sewing Camp (2025) Learn to operate sewing machines and craft summer on the go pieces like lined beach totes, zippered pouches, scrunchies and PJ shorts. Beyond the basics, tackle elastic application, hems, French seams, building confidence and problem-solving skills.  Each child needs their own sewing machine. If you require one, we will make every attempt to provide one.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Wednesday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Drop In Groups - Garden Connections - Drop In Group
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys OR Short Story Writing - Wed (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Drumming For Everyone - Drumming For Everyone Group drumming lessons are interactive sessions where participants come together to learn and practice drumming as a collective activity. Led by a skilled instructor, these lessons often focus on rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, allowing individuals to explore various drumming techniques and styles. The collaborative nature of group drumming not only enhances musicality but also promotes social skills, self-expression, and stress relief, making it a fun and engaging experience for all skill levels.(Participants must bring drum pad and drum sticks.)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Wednesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Belly Dance - Belly Dance Explore the rich cultural roots of belly dance in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn traditional movements like hip circles, shimmies, and undulations, while gaining an understanding of the music and rhythms that inspire them. This class celebrates the art of Middle Eastern dance, helping you connect with the culture, build confidence, and enjoy the joy of movement.Comfortable attire recommended.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Wed (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Traditional Bachata - Traditional Bachata Experience the heart and soul of Dominican culture through traditional bachata. This class focuses on the original style of bachata, with its lively footwork, close connection, and playful energy. You’ll learn how to move with the music, feel the rhythm, and dance with authenticity. Great for all levels—no partner or experience needed.Comfortable attire recommended.

Thursday July 17, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Thursday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Thursday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	summer get together
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	American Sign Language Instruction - Basic American Sign Language Class
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Sharp Training Meeting
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Birthday
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	summer get together
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Advanced Tai Chi - Advanced Tai Chi This class is intended for individuals with prior experience in Tai Chi. It will concentrate on the Yang style, specifically the 48 short form and the classical 108 long form. Participants will engage with fundamental Tai Chi principles, in addition to selected Qi Gong practices. The program aims to promote health and longevity through low-impact physical exercise and emphasizes healthy breathing techniques. This practice can be characterized as a "moving meditation," offering benefits such as stress reduction and mood enhancement.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation - Special Recreation (Summer)(2025) Individuals with disabilities participate in arts & crafts, sports activities and compete in Special Olympics sports.  (All Special Olympics sports fall under the Special Recreation Program.)  Arts and crafts always take place at the Groton Community Center on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.Days and times vary, please check monthly calendar that is given to you at the time of reservation.   Please note some sports do not occur on Thursdays.  Any questions please call Eileen 860-625-1024.Each season there will be an intent to participate in Special Olympic sports.  Look to receipt to register.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Special Olympics Bocce
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Groton Dems Meeting

Friday July 18, 2025
8:45 AM - 10:00 AM	McLews Breakfast - McLews July 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Work Celebration
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen/Young Adult Social Club - Teen/Young Adult Social Club (Summer) Teens and young adults with special needs, plan group activities weekly. Participants have opportunities to learn new leisure activities, meet new friends, while having fun in age-appropriate groups.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social

Saturday July 19, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	softball games
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
12:30 PM - 1:30 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Sunday July 20, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	For church related activities. That is bible studies, praying and singing
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League

Monday July 21, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (3-4) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Gymnastics Camp - Gymnastics Camp Gymnastic Camp is offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00-11:30 AM, catering to children aged 6-13 years. The week's activities will include summersaulting, motor skill exploration, and strength and self-confidence development. Children will have the opportunity to learn and master various gymnastics moves, such as cartwheels and bridges. The program will also feature team games and arts and crafts activities. Please ensure your child brings a snack, water bottle, and sneakers.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp: Half Day (6-14) (July) Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Transition Academy
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Cribbage - Cribbage - July-Aug 2025 Learn the basic rules and game play of Cribbage.  A card game for two to four players in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31.  Practice games will be played to allow practical learning.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (4-6) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Cornhole - Cornhole - July - Aug 2025 Cornhole  is a game in which players or teams take turns throwing fabric bean bags at a raised, angled board with a hole in its far end. The goal of the game is to score points by either landing a bag on the board (one point) or putting a bag through the hole (three points).
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Short Story - Mon (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Community Meals
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:30 PM - 6:25 PM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Monday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Yoga For All (Summer Session) - Yoga For All (Summer) Immerse yourself in the union of mind, body, and spirit as you partake in mindful movement and breath work, all while cultivating your strength. This enchanting class welcomes both novices and seasoned yoga devotees alike. While the instructor offers some equipment and props, do not forget to bring your own yoga mat to complete your experience.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Mon (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	GRT Auditions for Steel Magnolias

Tuesday July 22, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Mystic Mornings - Mystic Mornings Experience innovative and invigorating sessions led by a masterful yoga instructor.  Her instructions perfectly synchronized with the ambient, calming beats mixed by a live DJ and presented through wireless silent disco headphones. This unique class weaves together the harmonious elements of meditation, dance and yoga to create a deeply immersive and peaceful experience where rhythmic, ethereal tones help you dive deeper into each stretch, breath and move."Cancellations caused by weather conditions will be decided by the instructor and will be rescheduled as needed. Please note that refunds will not be issued."
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (3-4) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Gymnastics Camp - Gymnastics Camp Gymnastic Camp is offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00-11:30 AM, catering to children aged 6-13 years. The week's activities will include summersaulting, motor skill exploration, and strength and self-confidence development. Children will have the opportunity to learn and master various gymnastics moves, such as cartwheels and bridges. The program will also feature team games and arts and crafts activities. Please ensure your child brings a snack, water bottle, and sneakers.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp: Half Day (6-14) (July) Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Tuesday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Beginner Mah Jongg - July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg non- instructional - July/Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (4-6) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys - Tues. (Summer) A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect, which can also be shared at our periodic finale presentations if the participant so chooses.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Just Picked Produce Pick Up
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Educational Presentations - Just Picked , Fresh Produce Cooking Class. Presented by various Chefs
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Tuesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	GRT Auditions for Steel Magnolias
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Wednesday July 23, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
8:45 AM - 10:30 AM	Poetry - Poetry & the Arts for Healing Humanity Group
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (3-4) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - Middle School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Gymnastics Camp - Gymnastics Camp Gymnastic Camp is offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00-11:30 AM, catering to children aged 6-13 years. The week's activities will include summersaulting, motor skill exploration, and strength and self-confidence development. Children will have the opportunity to learn and master various gymnastics moves, such as cartwheels and bridges. The program will also feature team games and arts and crafts activities. Please ensure your child brings a snack, water bottle, and sneakers.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp: Half Day (6-14) (July) Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Wednesday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (4-6) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Talks - Scoliosis IS Treatable
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys OR Short Story Writing - Wed (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Drumming For Everyone - Drumming For Everyone Group drumming lessons are interactive sessions where participants come together to learn and practice drumming as a collective activity. Led by a skilled instructor, these lessons often focus on rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, allowing individuals to explore various drumming techniques and styles. The collaborative nature of group drumming not only enhances musicality but also promotes social skills, self-expression, and stress relief, making it a fun and engaging experience for all skill levels.(Participants must bring drum pad and drum sticks.)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Wednesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Belly Dance - Belly Dance Explore the rich cultural roots of belly dance in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn traditional movements like hip circles, shimmies, and undulations, while gaining an understanding of the music and rhythms that inspire them. This class celebrates the art of Middle Eastern dance, helping you connect with the culture, build confidence, and enjoy the joy of movement.Comfortable attire recommended.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Wed (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Traditional Bachata - Traditional Bachata Experience the heart and soul of Dominican culture through traditional bachata. This class focuses on the original style of bachata, with its lively footwork, close connection, and playful energy. You’ll learn how to move with the music, feel the rhythm, and dance with authenticity. Great for all levels—no partner or experience needed.Comfortable attire recommended.

Thursday July 24, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (3-4) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - Middle School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Gymnastics Camp - Gymnastics Camp Gymnastic Camp is offered Monday through Thursday, 9:00-11:30 AM, catering to children aged 6-13 years. The week's activities will include summersaulting, motor skill exploration, and strength and self-confidence development. Children will have the opportunity to learn and master various gymnastics moves, such as cartwheels and bridges. The program will also feature team games and arts and crafts activities. Please ensure your child brings a snack, water bottle, and sneakers.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp: Half Day (6-14) (July) Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Thursday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Thursday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM	Roaming Readers
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (4-6) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	American Sign Language Instruction - Basic American Sign Language Class
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Collette Trip Meetings
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Advanced Tai Chi - Advanced Tai Chi This class is intended for individuals with prior experience in Tai Chi. It will concentrate on the Yang style, specifically the 48 short form and the classical 108 long form. Participants will engage with fundamental Tai Chi principles, in addition to selected Qi Gong practices. The program aims to promote health and longevity through low-impact physical exercise and emphasizes healthy breathing techniques. This practice can be characterized as a "moving meditation," offering benefits such as stress reduction and mood enhancement.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation - Special Recreation (Summer)(2025) Individuals with disabilities participate in arts & crafts, sports activities and compete in Special Olympics sports.  (All Special Olympics sports fall under the Special Recreation Program.)  Arts and crafts always take place at the Groton Community Center on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.Days and times vary, please check monthly calendar that is given to you at the time of reservation.   Please note some sports do not occur on Thursdays.  Any questions please call Eileen 860-625-1024.Each season there will be an intent to participate in Special Olympic sports.  Look to receipt to register.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Special Olympics Bocce
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	GRT Auditions for Steel Magnolias

Friday July 25, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (3-4) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beach Volleyball Camp - Beach Volleyball Camp - Middle School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp: Half Day (6-14) (July) Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM	CAS Soccer Camp - CAS Soccer Camp (4-6) - July Campers are placed into groups according to ability and age. All campers receive a soccer ball, camp t-shirt and evaluation. Bring shin guards and a water bottle. Friday is a rain make-up day if necessary.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	East Greenwich is using Esker as a park today--No COI needed per BM.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Parks and Recreation Event
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen/Young Adult Social Club - Teen/Young Adult Social Club (Summer) Teens and young adults with special needs, plan group activities weekly. Participants have opportunities to learn new leisure activities, meet new friends, while having fun in age-appropriate groups.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social

Saturday July 26, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	party
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
12:30 PM - 1:30 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Karate Team Trials
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	party
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM	Contra Dance

Sunday July 27, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	For church related activities. That is bible studies, praying and singing
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League

Monday July 28, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Beginner Golf Camp - PGA Beginner Golf Camp (July)(2025) Learn the grip and stance of putting/chipping, alignment of iron shots, when to use each club and how far each club goes. Golfers receive individual instruction while they rotate through three distinct short game centers. Use newly acquired skills to play multiple holes on Shennecossett Golf Course. Intermediate golfers continue the practicing fundamentals and also learn proper course management, etiquette, and the rules of the game while testing abilities through on-course practice. Shared golf clubs are provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Collared shirts are required.Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Engineering Using LEGO® Materials - Minecraft Engineering Two different Engineering LEGO® camps packed with hands-on and minds-on fun!
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Transition Academy
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Cribbage - Cribbage - July-Aug 2025 Learn the basic rules and game play of Cribbage.  A card game for two to four players in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31.  Practice games will be played to allow practical learning.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Support Groups - Hope + Healing After Loss- Grief Support Group
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Karate - Senior Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Cornhole - Cornhole - July - Aug 2025 Cornhole  is a game in which players or teams take turns throwing fabric bean bags at a raised, angled board with a hole in its far end. The goal of the game is to score points by either landing a bag on the board (one point) or putting a bag through the hole (three points).
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Short Story - Mon (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Community Meals
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 1 w/Parent (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 1 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:25 PM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Monday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Southeastern CT Throwing Camp - Southeastern CT Throwing Camp Come learn and practice the throwing events of outdoor track and field - shot put, discus and javelin!  Participants will be taught technique, taken through exercises and drills that will help them develop as throwing athletes, and introduced to strategies to enhance their performances in competition of all kinds.Rain date Friday.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Yoga For All (Summer Session) - Yoga For All (Summer) Immerse yourself in the union of mind, body, and spirit as you partake in mindful movement and breath work, all while cultivating your strength. This enchanting class welcomes both novices and seasoned yoga devotees alike. While the instructor offers some equipment and props, do not forget to bring your own yoga mat to complete your experience.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Mon (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Karate - Bo-Jutsu (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
8:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Sai-Jutsu (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Tuesday July 29, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Mystic Mornings - Mystic Mornings Experience innovative and invigorating sessions led by a masterful yoga instructor.  Her instructions perfectly synchronized with the ambient, calming beats mixed by a live DJ and presented through wireless silent disco headphones. This unique class weaves together the harmonious elements of meditation, dance and yoga to create a deeply immersive and peaceful experience where rhythmic, ethereal tones help you dive deeper into each stretch, breath and move."Cancellations caused by weather conditions will be decided by the instructor and will be rescheduled as needed. Please note that refunds will not be issued."
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Beginner Golf Camp - PGA Beginner Golf Camp (July)(2025) Learn the grip and stance of putting/chipping, alignment of iron shots, when to use each club and how far each club goes. Golfers receive individual instruction while they rotate through three distinct short game centers. Use newly acquired skills to play multiple holes on Shennecossett Golf Course. Intermediate golfers continue the practicing fundamentals and also learn proper course management, etiquette, and the rules of the game while testing abilities through on-course practice. Shared golf clubs are provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Collared shirts are required.Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Engineering Using LEGO® Materials - Minecraft Engineering Two different Engineering LEGO® camps packed with hands-on and minds-on fun!
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Tuesday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Beginner Mah Jongg - July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg non- instructional - July/Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys - Tues. (Summer) A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect, which can also be shared at our periodic finale presentations if the participant so chooses.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Educational Presentations - Downsizing & Transition w/ Amston
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Just Picked Produce Pick Up
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Educational Presentations - Just Picked , Fresh Produce Cooking Class. Presented by various Chefs
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Tuesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Southeastern CT Throwing Camp - Southeastern CT Throwing Camp Come learn and practice the throwing events of outdoor track and field - shot put, discus and javelin!  Participants will be taught technique, taken through exercises and drills that will help them develop as throwing athletes, and introduced to strategies to enhance their performances in competition of all kinds.Rain date Friday.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Black Belt Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Wednesday July 30, 2025
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Drop-In Basketball - Drop-In Basketball Pick up style basketball games.Time:    Monday and Wednesday mornings 7:00 am-9:00 am.            Location:  Groton Community CenterAges:  18+Drop in Fee:  $5.00 per session
8:45 AM - 10:30 AM	Poetry - Poetry & the Arts for Healing Humanity Group
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Beginner Golf Camp - PGA Beginner Golf Camp (July)(2025) Learn the grip and stance of putting/chipping, alignment of iron shots, when to use each club and how far each club goes. Golfers receive individual instruction while they rotate through three distinct short game centers. Use newly acquired skills to play multiple holes on Shennecossett Golf Course. Intermediate golfers continue the practicing fundamentals and also learn proper course management, etiquette, and the rules of the game while testing abilities through on-course practice. Shared golf clubs are provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Collared shirts are required.Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Engineering Using LEGO® Materials - Minecraft Engineering Two different Engineering LEGO® camps packed with hands-on and minds-on fun!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Wednesday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Karate - Senior Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys OR Short Story Writing - Wed (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Drumming For Everyone - Drumming For Everyone Group drumming lessons are interactive sessions where participants come together to learn and practice drumming as a collective activity. Led by a skilled instructor, these lessons often focus on rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, allowing individuals to explore various drumming techniques and styles. The collaborative nature of group drumming not only enhances musicality but also promotes social skills, self-expression, and stress relief, making it a fun and engaging experience for all skill levels.(Participants must bring drum pad and drum sticks.)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Wednesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Belly Dance - Belly Dance Explore the rich cultural roots of belly dance in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn traditional movements like hip circles, shimmies, and undulations, while gaining an understanding of the music and rhythms that inspire them. This class celebrates the art of Middle Eastern dance, helping you connect with the culture, build confidence, and enjoy the joy of movement.Comfortable attire recommended.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Southeastern CT Throwing Camp - Southeastern CT Throwing Camp Come learn and practice the throwing events of outdoor track and field - shot put, discus and javelin!  Participants will be taught technique, taken through exercises and drills that will help them develop as throwing athletes, and introduced to strategies to enhance their performances in competition of all kinds.Rain date Friday.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Wed (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Traditional Bachata - Traditional Bachata Experience the heart and soul of Dominican culture through traditional bachata. This class focuses on the original style of bachata, with its lively footwork, close connection, and playful energy. You’ll learn how to move with the music, feel the rhythm, and dance with authenticity. Great for all levels—no partner or experience needed.Comfortable attire recommended.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Thursday July 31, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Beginner Golf Camp - PGA Beginner Golf Camp (July)(2025) Learn the grip and stance of putting/chipping, alignment of iron shots, when to use each club and how far each club goes. Golfers receive individual instruction while they rotate through three distinct short game centers. Use newly acquired skills to play multiple holes on Shennecossett Golf Course. Intermediate golfers continue the practicing fundamentals and also learn proper course management, etiquette, and the rules of the game while testing abilities through on-course practice. Shared golf clubs are provided, but please feel free to bring your own. Collared shirts are required.Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Engineering Using LEGO® Materials - Minecraft Engineering Two different Engineering LEGO® camps packed with hands-on and minds-on fun!
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Thursday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Thursday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	American Sign Language Instruction - Basic American Sign Language Class
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Zentangle - Zentangle - July-Aug 2025
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Karate - Adaptive Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Advanced Tai Chi - Advanced Tai Chi This class is intended for individuals with prior experience in Tai Chi. It will concentrate on the Yang style, specifically the 48 short form and the classical 108 long form. Participants will engage with fundamental Tai Chi principles, in addition to selected Qi Gong practices. The program aims to promote health and longevity through low-impact physical exercise and emphasizes healthy breathing techniques. This practice can be characterized as a "moving meditation," offering benefits such as stress reduction and mood enhancement.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Southeastern CT Throwing Camp - Southeastern CT Throwing Camp Come learn and practice the throwing events of outdoor track and field - shot put, discus and javelin!  Participants will be taught technique, taken through exercises and drills that will help them develop as throwing athletes, and introduced to strategies to enhance their performances in competition of all kinds.Rain date Friday.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation - Special Recreation (Summer)(2025) Individuals with disabilities participate in arts & crafts, sports activities and compete in Special Olympics sports.  (All Special Olympics sports fall under the Special Recreation Program.)  Arts and crafts always take place at the Groton Community Center on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.Days and times vary, please check monthly calendar that is given to you at the time of reservation.   Please note some sports do not occur on Thursdays.  Any questions please call Eileen 860-625-1024.Each season there will be an intent to participate in Special Olympic sports.  Look to receipt to register.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Special Olympics Bocce
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Black Belt Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Friday August 1, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Engineering Using LEGO® Materials - Minecraft Engineering Two different Engineering LEGO® camps packed with hands-on and minds-on fun!
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Electric Boat Retirees Athletic Club
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen/Young Adult Social Club - Teen/Young Adult Social Club (Summer) Teens and young adults with special needs, plan group activities weekly. Participants have opportunities to learn new leisure activities, meet new friends, while having fun in age-appropriate groups.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social

Saturday August 2, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Sandbox Volleyball Tournament
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM	family picnic
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
12:30 PM - 1:30 AM	One on One Tennis Lesson - One on One Tennis Lesson Maximize your potential with personalized tennis coaching designed to accelerate your progress. Our instructor will assess your current skills, identify areas for improvement, and tailor each session to meet your specific needs. You’ll develop better technique, sharpen your strategic thinking, and enhance your physical conditioning through targeted drills and exercises. He will focus on refining your strengths while addressing weaknesses, helping you achieve consistent and measurable growth. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your game or take it to the next level, the one on one coaching will empower you to reach your goals on the court.***24 hour notice for cancellation required**
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Sunday August 3, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Sandbox Volleyball Tournament
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League

Monday August 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Advanced Golf Camp - PGA Advanced Golf Camp (August)(2025) Shennecossett’s PGA professionals offer this great opportunity for young golfers with some experience. Instruction includes the golf swing, short game instruction on Shennecossett’ s excellent practice areas and playing instruction, including rules of golf and golf course etiquette, on the historic course. Golf clubs are available to golfers who do not have equipment. Proper golf attire is required. Visit ShennyGolf.com for more information on the course!Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Transition Academy
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Cribbage - Cribbage - July-Aug 2025 Learn the basic rules and game play of Cribbage.  A card game for two to four players in which the objective is to play so that the value of one's cards played reaches exactly 15 or 31.  Practice games will be played to allow practical learning.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Karate - Senior Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Cornhole - Cornhole - July - Aug 2025 Cornhole  is a game in which players or teams take turns throwing fabric bean bags at a raised, angled board with a hole in its far end. The goal of the game is to score points by either landing a bag on the board (one point) or putting a bag through the hole (three points).
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Short Story - Mon (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Community Meals
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
4:45 PM - 5:15 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 1 w/Parent (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 1 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:25 PM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Monday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Yoga For All (Summer Session) - Yoga For All (Summer) Immerse yourself in the union of mind, body, and spirit as you partake in mindful movement and breath work, all while cultivating your strength. This enchanting class welcomes both novices and seasoned yoga devotees alike. While the instructor offers some equipment and props, do not forget to bring your own yoga mat to complete your experience.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Mon (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Karate - Bo-Jutsu (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
8:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Sai-Jutsu (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Tuesday August 5, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Mystic Mornings - Mystic Mornings Experience innovative and invigorating sessions led by a masterful yoga instructor.  Her instructions perfectly synchronized with the ambient, calming beats mixed by a live DJ and presented through wireless silent disco headphones. This unique class weaves together the harmonious elements of meditation, dance and yoga to create a deeply immersive and peaceful experience where rhythmic, ethereal tones help you dive deeper into each stretch, breath and move."Cancellations caused by weather conditions will be decided by the instructor and will be rescheduled as needed. Please note that refunds will not be issued."
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Advanced Golf Camp - PGA Advanced Golf Camp (August)(2025) Shennecossett’s PGA professionals offer this great opportunity for young golfers with some experience. Instruction includes the golf swing, short game instruction on Shennecossett’ s excellent practice areas and playing instruction, including rules of golf and golf course etiquette, on the historic course. Golf clubs are available to golfers who do not have equipment. Proper golf attire is required. Visit ShennyGolf.com for more information on the course!Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Tuesday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Beginner Mah Jongg - July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg non- instructional - July/Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM	Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys - Tues. (Summer) A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect, which can also be shared at our periodic finale presentations if the participant so chooses.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Just Picked Produce Pick Up
12:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Educational Presentations - Just Picked , Fresh Produce Cooking Class. Presented by various Chefs
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Tuesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM	National Night Out - If It Rains
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger Grading (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Karate - Ages 6+ Grading (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.

Wednesday August 6, 2025
8:45 AM - 10:30 AM	Poetry - Poetry & the Arts for Healing Humanity Group
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Advanced Golf Camp - PGA Advanced Golf Camp (August)(2025) Shennecossett’s PGA professionals offer this great opportunity for young golfers with some experience. Instruction includes the golf swing, short game instruction on Shennecossett’ s excellent practice areas and playing instruction, including rules of golf and golf course etiquette, on the historic course. Golf clubs are available to golfers who do not have equipment. Proper golf attire is required. Visit ShennyGolf.com for more information on the course!Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Wednesday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volleyball Camp - Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.Please bring knee pads, sneakers, and water bottle to camp.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Karate - Senior Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Thrive55 Staff Meeting
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Drop In Groups - Garden Connections - Drop In Group
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Short Story Writing OR Experimental Writing Journeys - Experimental Writing Journeys OR Short Story Writing - Wed (Summer) Monday:Short Story Writing:  Aspiring writers learn tactics and techniques for developing the right type of language and skills for writing fiction that can be marketed successfully. Participants also learn how to approach the publication market and query agents and managers. The end of the course culminates with a public presentation of the students’ short works. The class is taught by local writer Nicholas Checker, author of a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California – and his latest full-length novel, “The Saga of Marathon”, through Wild Rose Press, New York. Younger participants must receive permission from the instructor.Wednesday:  (Same class selection with two options in curriculum)Experimental Writing Journeys or Short Story WritingYou can choose to explore the experimental curriculum OR take on the more structured short story aspect, designed to pursue publication in the literary market. But this is entirely up to the individual participant which curriculum to pursue.Experimental Writing Journey:   A unique writing curriculum where adult students explore the depths and range of their writing, delving into the imagination ... more for artistic discovery than for actual story writing. It is a course designed for creative exploration as opposed to publication. A curriculum that is designed for a less formal approach that plumbs the depths of their creativity and focuses on the exploratory aspect.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Drumming For Everyone - Drumming For Everyone Group drumming lessons are interactive sessions where participants come together to learn and practice drumming as a collective activity. Led by a skilled instructor, these lessons often focus on rhythm, coordination, and teamwork, allowing individuals to explore various drumming techniques and styles. The collaborative nature of group drumming not only enhances musicality but also promotes social skills, self-expression, and stress relief, making it a fun and engaging experience for all skill levels.(Participants must bring drum pad and drum sticks.)
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Adaptive Cooking For Fun - Adaptive Cooking For Fun (Wednesday) (Summer) Enjoy the art of cooking in a social setting. Learn to follow directions, use a kitchen safely, make healthy choices, collect recipes, and share with peers.(Plus $65.00 Fee for Food Supplies, scholarship does not apply.)
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM	First Time Home Buyer Seminar
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Karate - Lil' Tiger 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Belly Dance - Belly Dance Explore the rich cultural roots of belly dance in this beginner-friendly class. You’ll learn traditional movements like hip circles, shimmies, and undulations, while gaining an understanding of the music and rhythms that inspire them. This class celebrates the art of Middle Eastern dance, helping you connect with the culture, build confidence, and enjoy the joy of movement.Comfortable attire recommended.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 3 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Novelette Writing & Publication - Novelette Writing & Publication - Wed (Summer) Aspiring writers concentrate on the craft of writing novelettes (mini-novels 20 - 35 pages) that can then be assembled for publication (electronic & paperback) via the free means provided through Amazon.com. Prerequisite to enroll in this program is having successfully completed our Short Story Writing class and attained publication through it, along with consent of the instructor, Nicholas Checker, published novelist. Checker’s own publications include numerous short stories in the literary markets, a pair of novels, “Druids” and “Scratch” through Oak Tree Press, California and his latest full-length novels, “The Saga of Marathon” and “The Legend of Kwi Coast”, through Wild Rose Press, New York.
6:45 PM - 7:45 PM	Traditional Bachata - Traditional Bachata Experience the heart and soul of Dominican culture through traditional bachata. This class focuses on the original style of bachata, with its lively footwork, close connection, and playful energy. You’ll learn how to move with the music, feel the rhythm, and dance with authenticity. Great for all levels—no partner or experience needed.Comfortable attire recommended.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Karate - Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Thursday August 7, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	PGA Advanced Golf Camp - PGA Advanced Golf Camp (August)(2025) Shennecossett’s PGA professionals offer this great opportunity for young golfers with some experience. Instruction includes the golf swing, short game instruction on Shennecossett’ s excellent practice areas and playing instruction, including rules of golf and golf course etiquette, on the historic course. Golf clubs are available to golfers who do not have equipment. Proper golf attire is required. Visit ShennyGolf.com for more information on the course!Rain date is Friday.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:15 AM - 10:10 AM	Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion - Step-Up to the BARRE-Fusion (Thursday)(Summer) Get ready to enjoy an invigorating experience as classic step aerobics combines with a traditional BARRE class focused on sculpting your physique. We will begin with a warm-up on the step platform, followed by dynamic stretches that will leave you feeling energized. After that, we will engage in a choreographed step segment before transitioning into BARRE resistance training that effectively targets the core, upper, and lower body. This unique summer class is an exceptional opportunity that you definitely do not want to overlook!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Bridge - Intermediate Bridge - Thursday - July - Aug 2025 Instruction in selected topics to improve the bridge playing skills of those already familiar with the game. Students are expected to know already the fundamentals of bidding, declarer play and defense.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volleyball Camp - Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.Please bring knee pads, sneakers, and water bottle to camp.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	American Sign Language Instruction - Basic American Sign Language Class
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Mystic Little League
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Karate - Adaptive Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 2 (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Advanced Tai Chi - Advanced Tai Chi This class is intended for individuals with prior experience in Tai Chi. It will concentrate on the Yang style, specifically the 48 short form and the classical 108 long form. Participants will engage with fundamental Tai Chi principles, in addition to selected Qi Gong practices. The program aims to promote health and longevity through low-impact physical exercise and emphasizes healthy breathing techniques. This practice can be characterized as a "moving meditation," offering benefits such as stress reduction and mood enhancement.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Special Recreation - Special Recreation (Summer)(2025) Individuals with disabilities participate in arts & crafts, sports activities and compete in Special Olympics sports.  (All Special Olympics sports fall under the Special Recreation Program.)  Arts and crafts always take place at the Groton Community Center on Thursdays from 6:00-7:30 pm.Days and times vary, please check monthly calendar that is given to you at the time of reservation.   Please note some sports do not occur on Thursdays.  Any questions please call Eileen 860-625-1024.Each season there will be an intent to participate in Special Olympic sports.  Look to receipt to register.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Special Olympics Bocce
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Karate - Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Open Space Assoc (GOSA) Finance Committee
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM	GOSA Finance Committee
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Karate - Black Belt Karate (Summer) Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.

Friday August 8, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg - Intermediate (Play) July-Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Volleyball Camp - Volleyball Camp - High School Learn, develop and improve volleyball skills while having fun. Middle School:  Participants who are between the ages of 11-14 years old or are newer to volleyball will learn introductory skills and receive information that will help them become better volleyball players.  (No Incoming Freshman)High School:  Participants who are 14-18 years old with more experience will run through rigorous, higher paced skills and receive more technical information.Please bring knee pads, sneakers, and water bottle to camp.
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	department picnic
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM	department picnic
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Groton Little League
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Little League Baseball
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Electric Boat Softball League
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball Open Play - Pickleball Open Play
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pickleball - Pickleball Open Play Enjoy Open Play Pickleball at our Groton Outside Pickleball Courts.Lessons take place at the Groton Community Center.Check out the Southeastern CT Pickleball Facebook Group HERE.Brand new to Pickleball?Please attend a Beginner Lesson BEFORE attending an Open Play.Beginner Level is defined as new to the game with basic understanding of rules & scoring.Pickleball Lessons/Clinics Policy:  --Particpants may only sign up for lessons/clinics one week at a time--24 Hour notice is required for cancellations--No refunds for No-Shows--Lessons and sign-ups are not transferable--No substitutions are allowedAll participants must have a free GP&R Drop-In Pickleball Membership Bar Code and scan in to play.  (Available below)Please check schedule for Skill Level required for Open Play Sessions.View the Pickleball Schedule below.
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Beach Volleyball League - Coed 6B1 (Tue) 2025 We are proud to offer 13 different divisions of play for the upcoming summer! Co-ed and Men’s & Women’s options are all available. Games are played week nights - rain or shine at Esker Point Beach. Games are cancelled only at time of play if it is thundering or lightning. All player's must fill out the League Waiver. Team Captains must also register the team in the appropriate league.Returning teams may register starting March 1st, 2025.New teams may register starting April 1st, 2025.
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen/Young Adult Social Club - Teen/Young Adult Social Club (Summer) Teens and young adults with special needs, plan group activities weekly. Participants have opportunities to learn new leisure activities, meet new friends, while having fun in age-appropriate groups.
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Teen Social