Groton Daily: Gala To Benefit Senior Housing + Upcoming Events

Welcome back, Groton. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Wednesday, Aug. 25.

First, today's weather: Humid throughout the day. High: 87 Low: 70.

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Here are the top stories in Groton today:

1. Groton's Gala Supports Senior Housing and Healthcare: Inspired Lives, A Gala to Benefit Fairview, will be Sept. 10 and will benefit a nonprofit provider of senior housing and health care. (WTNH.com)
2. August 24: Upcoming Events On The Groton Calendar: See all the local events coming up in Groton. (Groton Patch)
3. City Of Groton: Mandatory Evacuation Order Lifted (Press Release Desk)
4. Groton town to developer: comply with contract (theday.com)
5. Groton Parks & Recreation Department: Charter Oak Members: Donation Match, Support Groton Pump Track (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Groton

• School Professional Development - Ella T. Grasso Technical High School (12:00 AM)
• Ofc. Heather and Chase: Office Hours (10:00 AM)
• Fairview Job Fair (10:00 AM)

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Groton Patch Notebook

• Town of Groton Senior Center: "Community Share- The Groton DEI committee is still accepting applications for the upcoming Groton Eats Global, International Food Truck Festival. Applications can be found at- https://www.groton-ct.gov/residents/dei/groton_eats_global.ph..." (Facebook)
• Project Oceanology: "How lucky are we to live in such an amazing place! Join us for a Sunset Cruise this summer to experience the beauty of Long Island Sound. Dates: Friday, August 27 (5:00 - 7:30 PM) Tuesday, August 31 (5:00 - 7:30 PM) Friday, September 3 (..." (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "FREE Movie on the Beach @ North Lake Friday 27 August @ 8pm "How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World Brings your chairs and snacks - weather looks good" (Facebook)
• Survival Systems USA, Inc.: "Pat Hambly of Dominion Energy explains how Survival Systems USA changed his team's workflow! "It was interesting to see who came out of their shell and who gained confidence. There were a few of them that told me flat out in the beginnin..." (Facebook)
• Bill Memorial Library: "Denise found this cute little baby bunny stuck behind the storm drain by our back entrance. We sent him back to his mama." (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "Attention: North Lake will be closed Thursday August 26 to support base operations." (Facebook)
• City of Groton Government: "The City of Groton wishes a very Happy Homecoming to the officers, crew and families of the USS San Juan! Thank you for your service!" (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "Meet Miranda Chapman, getting your new kindergartener ready for their big day!" (Facebook)
• Town of Groton Parks and Recreation: "Help us break ground for the Noank Park Legacy Trees project by donating $5 today at https://www.patronicity.com/project/noank_park_legacy_trees#!/" (Facebook)
• MWR Subase Nlon: "Free TRX Fitness Class Tonight!" (Facebook)
• Groton Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention: "Our members 'know the deal' and are committed to creating lasting change in our community. Are you in, Groton? #GrotonCT #preventionhappensherect" (Facebook)

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— Chris Rhatigan

About me: Chris Rhatigan is a freelance writer and editor. He has previously worked for publications such as The New Haven Register and The Iowa City Press-Citizen.

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