This month at The Canterbury.

Resident Jeanne Yamamoto Scharf joined us for “Everyone Has a Story”. During World War II, because of her Japanese heritage, Jeanne and her family were forcefully moved from California to an internment camp in Wyoming. They spent three years behind barbed wire. When her family returned to Los Angeles in 1945, they were able to move back into their home, but it had been ransacked and all of their possessions had been stolen.

Jeanne and her family persevered and were eventually able to continue on with their lives, work, and education. Within a few years, Jeanne became engaged. Her mother, an expert seamstress, made her wedding dress and Jeanne’s proud father gave her away. The dress was so exquisite, it now resides at the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts at Arizona State University as part of their permanent collection.

Fitness is so important, especially as we age. From stretches to push ups and everything in between, it doesn’t matter what you do, just keep moving. There are a range of fitness classes at The Canterbury for residents to enjoy.

Sherri Snyder, actress and author of the biography Barbara La Marr: The Girl Who Was Too Beautiful for Hollywood performed for residents. In her one-woman, self-authored show, she portrayed 1920s silent screen vamp Barbara La Marr. Her performance piece captured the stories of this incredible, turbulent life.

Residents celebrated Lunar New Year with a special menu to welcome in the year of the Fire Horse. The tables were decorated for the occasion, accompanied with the special menu. From egg drop soup to pork bao buns and more, it was a delicious way to celebrate Lunar New Year.

Residents recently attended a wonderful concert by Scot Bruce who performed a tribute to the King of Rock and Roll. This event was made possible through our partnership with South Bay Community Concert Association. There is nothing quite like listening to the music of one’s youth and residents were All Shook Up as they danced and sang the night away.

Creative Living partner the PV Art Center recently welcomed residents. The Art Center’s mission is to inspire individuals to create, appreciate and celebrate art, and it did just that. Led by a docent, residents experienced The Radiant Rupture, a solo exhibition of new paintings by San Pedro, CA-based artist Marie Thibeault. They also were introduced to Shane O’Donnell’s exhibit: Neon + Rust. A South Bay photographer turned painter, the artist brings his passion for Americana to Neon + Rust, a showcase of his recent canvases exploring vintage neon signs and their aging patina. Following the visit, residents enjoyed lunch at Giorgio’s restaurant in Palos Verdes.