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This month at The Canterbury.

As October arrives, so do a range of new activities to enjoy.

We’d love to see you at one of our upcoming events. Take a look at some of what’s happening this coming month, and RSVP by clicking the link to let us know you can attend.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (310) 265-5142.

Senior resident enjoying a strawberry milkshake at 50's-themed diner

There’s always something delicious to enjoy at The Canterbury.

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    • Sat 7
    Silhouettes of three performers posing against a bright red curtain.
    November 7 10:30AM – 11:30AM Valmonte Room

    The American Songbook Series with Seth Becker

    The American Songbook is a monthly program specializing in the Golden Era of Stage and Screen. This month we will be discussing “The Broadway Turkey”. Please join us.

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    Tue 10
    Times Square at night, featuring bright digital billboards for Wicked and other brands, a red double-decker bus, yellow taxis, and crowds of people on the street.
    November 10 2:30PM – 3:30PM Valmonte Room

    From Broadway to Main Street with Marie Gleerup

    In this informative presentation, we will learn about some well-known songs that started as dance numbers in Broadway musicals and then crossed over into popular music. Many of these songs were performed as terrific dance numbers and Marie has compiled her Top 10 favorites. You won’t want to miss it!

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    Wed 11
    Wooden bowls and spoons filled with various seeds and grains, including sesame, pumpkin, sunflower, flax, and chia, arranged on a white surface.
    November 11 2:00PM – 3:00PM Game Room

    Food Demo: Seeds

    What are seeds? How many types are there? What nutritional value do they have and how should we eat them? Please join Executive Chef, Aaron Hernandez for an interactive demo featuring this month’s superfood.

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    Sat 21
    A miniature shopping cart filled with small boxes and colorful shopping bags sits on a laptop keyboard, representing online shopping and e-commerce.
    November 21 3:30PM – 4:30PM Valmonte Room

    Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals with Anthony Brown

    Anthony Brown, Tech Concierge will share tips for finding the best deals online and in-store, using smart shopping strategies. He’ll also highlight how to avoid common shopping pitfalls. An important discussion for us all.

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    Mon 23
    Two red, glitter-patterned Christmas ornaments resting on piano keys, illuminated by colorful fairy lights with sheet music in the background.
    November 23 7:00PM – 8:00PM Valmonte Room

    After Hours: Arjun and Friends Evening Concert

    Please join us to take in performances from this wonderful group of talented piano students as they bring us a delightful Holiday concert.

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    • Fri 4
    A group of choir members holding open sheet music while singing.
    December 4 3:00PM – 4:00PM Lunada Lounge

    Canterbury Chorale Sings Music for the Holidays

    Enjoy the music of a talented group of residents as they entertain us with wonderful Holiday music. Appetizers and drinks will be served.

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    Thu 17
    A Santa hat, a red Christmas ornament, and a film clapperboard resting in the snow.
    December 17 1:30PM – 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    A Day at The Movies with Theo Siegel

    Join Theo Siegel, Film Historian as he discusses the history and making of the beloved 1954 holiday classic, White Christmas, starring Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney, Danny Kaye and Vera-Ellen. The film will be shown after the discussion.

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    September events

    Last month was filled with events and outings at The Canterbury. Below are some of the activities that residents enjoyed.

    An elderly man stands behind a table displaying handcrafted wooden vehicles in clear cases, speaking to an audience. A mural of a coastal town and ocean is painted on the wall behind him.

    At The Canterbury

    Resident show and tell

    Resident Bill H. hosted a remarkable show and tell for the community. He displayed his hand-crafted wooden cars. This beautiful collection had been on display at the Peterson Automotive Museum on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles from 2008 – 2024.

    Bill committed his time, talent and craftsmanship to creating these remarkable replicas of beloved cars of our past and we are so grateful that he shared them with us.

    • Residents displaying artwork during a community show and tell event.
    • Close-up of craft project at show and tell.
    • An elderly man stands behind tables displaying detailed wooden model cars in glass cases, inside a well-lit room with paintings, plants, and chairs in the background.
    • Three older women view detailed miniature dioramas displayed in clear cases on tables. In the background, theres a large painting of a coastal scene with a lighthouse, houses, and ocean. The room has chairs and carpeting.
    • A detailed wooden model of a vintage Coca-Cola delivery truck and storefront is enclosed in a glass display case, featuring tiny soda bottles and decorative elements like trees and an umbrella.
    • An elderly man looks at detailed wooden model cars displayed under clear cases on tables in a well-lit room, while another person leans on a walker nearby.
    • An older woman with a cane looks at several detailed dollhouse miniatures displayed on a table, with a stage, chairs, and a large painting of a coastal scene in the background.
    A woman with blonde hair, dressed in black, holds a microphone and gestures toward a gallery wall displaying several colorful paintings and photographs.

    At The Canterbury

    Artist Gallery

    Last month, we welcomed resident artists whose work will be on display in the main dining room. They discussed their artwork, inspiration and the stories behind their pieces. Their works will be on show for the month.

    • An elderly man speaks into a microphone while standing next to a display of various artworks, including paintings of landscapes, flowers, and a sailboat, in an indoor exhibition setting.
    • Several older adults sit in chairs facing a display of colorful artwork in a gallery or community room, listening attentively to an unseen speaker. Paintings and drawings are hung on the walls.
    • A woman stands speaking in front of an audience in a room decorated with various colorful framed artworks on the walls. She appears to be smiling or laughing. Several people are seated and facing her.
    • A woman with blonde hair, dressed in black, holds a microphone and gestures toward a gallery wall displaying several colorful paintings and photographs.
    A group of seniors sits in a circle outdoors, raising their arms while participating in a group exercise. The background features greenery and a stone wall. Everyone appears engaged and smiling.

    At The Canterbury

    Functional Fitness

    Our weekly functional fitness classes are popular. They offer educational information related to health and fitness, followed by a comprehensive warm up focussed on coordination. Dave C. a fitness instructor, leads the class.

    Two elderly women wearing aprons and gloves are happily working on a gardening project indoors, handling plants and soil at a table covered with moss and dirt. They are smiling, surrounded by shelves and artwork.

    At The Canterbury

    Succulents

    Last month, residents in the Get Creative with Susan class designed unique, succulent purses. Residents were able to plant beautiful succulent plants in a purse-shaped container. They personalized each purse on the outside as well as with the selection of plants they chose. Their stunning creations made great keepsakes.

    • A group of older adults sits around a table covered with soil and gardening tools, working on small plant arrangements. An instructor stands nearby, assisting and providing materials in a bright, indoor setting.
    • An elderly woman wearing gloves and a white apron smiles while holding a moss-covered basket decorated with succulents and small ornaments. She is seated at a table with crafting materials.
    • An elderly woman smiles while holding a purse-shaped planter covered in moss and decorated with small succulents, beads, and a butterfly ornament. She wears an apron and gloves, sitting at a craft table.
    • A moss-covered bag decorated with colorful succulents, wooden beads, and a blue heart-shaped charm sits on a table with another similar bag blurred in the background.
    • Two elderly women sit at a table crafting with plants. One woman, smiling and wearing an apron and gloves, holds a basket decorated with succulents. The other woman sits beside her, watching. Gardening materials are on the table.
    • An older woman wearing glasses and an apron smiles while holding a moss-covered decorative basket at a craft table, surrounded by succulents, craft materials, and finished baskets in a cozy, art-filled room.
    • Four older women sit around a table covered with soil and gardening tools, working on planting projects in a bright room with paintings on the wall. They appear engaged and are wearing gloves.
    A woman stands at the front of a table holding a sign with letters while several older adults sit around the table, attentively watching and listening. Papers and water bottles are on the table.

    At The Canterbury

    New Spanish Class

    New Spanish language classes have started at The Canterbury. These classes are focussed on conversational skills. The classes bring together residents to improve their speaking skills while enhancing their familiarity with the language.

    A man stands at a podium giving a presentation to an audience. A projector screen shows two vintage movie posters featuring people and text. The audience sits facing the speaker in a room with an American flag in the background.

    At The Canterbury

    Film Discussion — The Graduate

    Film Historian Theo Siegel led a discussion and screening of the iconic film, The Graduate. Directed by Mike Nichols, the movie made Dustin Hoffman famous for his role as Benjamin Braddock, and was elevated by the soundtrack which included five songs by Simon & Garfunkel, including Mrs. Robinson. Theo explored all aspects of this beloved film before screening the movie.

    A group of elderly women wearing mouse ears sit with walkers and music sheets, while a woman stands in front conducting. They are indoors, with a seaside painting on the wall behind them.

    Performances

    The Canterbury Chorale

    The Canterbury’s very own resident-led choir performed to a crowded room. They sang selections from classic Disney movies that brought smiles to everyone’s face.

     

     

    Two older women wearing colorful leis and sunglasses stand smiling in front of a tropical-themed backdrop decorated with flowers and palm leaves.

    Performances

    Luau at The Canterbury

    The Ku’uipo ’O Hula Dancers are a Polynesian dance group that performs Hula, Maori, and Tahitian dances. The name of the group translates to “sweetheart of Hula”.

    The talented group of dancers performed for residents, who wore their favorite Island-inspired clothing. The afternoon included a delicious lunch that captured the tastes of Hawaii.

    An elderly man plays the violin beside a seated woman in a pink top playing a grand piano. They perform in front of an audience with a scenic mural of a lake and village in the background.

    Performances

    Violinist performance

    Resident Ken A. shared his exceptional musical talent. A violinist, he was accompanied on the piano and performed beautiful classical pieces for the community.

     

     

    Two older women sit side by side in red theater seats, both smiling and wearing large 3D glasses. Bright lighting highlights their faces and patterned tops against the dark background.

    Outings

    California Science Center IMAX Theater

    Residents enjoyed a trip to the California Science Center in Los Angeles, and its IMAX Theater.

    They had a private screening of the film Blue Wales 3D. The film takes viewers on a journey to the world of the magnificent blue whale. The film follows two scientific expeditions, and transforms our understanding of the largest animal ever to have lived, and a species rebounding from the brink of extinction.

    From its almost incomprehensible size and its spectacular feeding habits, to the role it plays in the health of our oceans and its remarkable, long-distance communications, the film provides an unforgettable window into the lives of these animals — and the extremes scientists must endure to study them. It’s the first time this stunning film has been screened on the giant screen.

    Following the film, residents had a delicious lunch at the 50s-inspired diner, Pann’s Restaurant.

    • A group of eight smiling older adults, four men and four women, stand together outside a building entrance. Some are wearing sunglasses and light spring clothing. The background has posters of space and a lightning storm.
    • A group of older adults wearing 3D glasses sit in red theater seats, watching a show. Most seats around them are empty, and they appear engaged with the performance.
    • An older woman and man sit together smiling in a theater with red seats. The woman wears a striped dress and white sweater, and the man wears glasses and a blue plaid shirt. Other audience members are in the background.
    • Eight elderly people sit around a table in a restaurant booth, looking at menus and talking. The group is seated on red cushioned benches, with sunlight coming through large windows beside them.

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