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This month at The Canterbury.

Fall is around the corner bringing a new season of activities to enjoy.

We’d love to see you at one of our upcoming events. Take a look at some of what’s happening in September, 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.

A young woman in a black dress plays a grand piano on stage. Behind her, there is a colorful painting of a coastal landscape with blue water, green hills, and buildings.

An afternoon of classical music

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    • Fri 1
    May 1 3:00PM – 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    Canterbury Chorale Performs

    Join us for a pre-dinner cocktail and appetizers and listen to the wonderful sound of our residents in “The Canterbury Chorale” as they perform some of your springtime favorites.

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    Sat 2
    May 2 3:30PM – 4:30PM Valmonte Room

    Understanding AI (Artificial Intelligence) with Anthony Brown

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a distant vision of the future; it is a dynamic force reshaping how we live, work, and interact. Anthony Brown, Tech Concierge, will take a deep dive into this topic and answer some of the frequently asked questions.

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    Tue 5
    May 5 3:00PM – 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    Cinco De Mayo Celebration

    Join us for a celebration with festive beverages, appetizers, and a special performance by the Laura Solano Folklorico group.

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    Thu 7
    A silhouette of a person in the foreground with trees and bushes against an orange and yellow sunset sky in the background.
    May 7 2:30PM – 3:30PM Valmonte Room

    My Trip to Africa with Karen O’Connor

    Karen O’Connor, daughter of resident Jan Hathaway loves to travel and has taken some great pictures along the way. Join us for a very special presentation from Karen and see some of her great photographs.

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    Tue 12
    A field of vibrant yellow sunflowers stands tall under the warm glow of a setting sun, with green leaves and stems filling the scene and a soft, golden sky in the background.
    May 12 2:30PM – 3:30PM Valmonte Room

    Omnilore Lecture: Sunflowers

    Join Wendy Morgan, longtime member of Omnilore for a fun discussion on sunflowers. She’ll share her insights on where sunflowers come from, the difference between sunflower oil and olive oil and more fun facts.

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    Sat 16
    A metal ice cream scoop is being used to scoop vanilla ice cream from a rectangular metal container. The container is placed on a surface next to a striped cloth.
    May 16 1:00PM – 2:00PM Dining Patio

    What’s The Scoop Ice Cream Social

    Join us for an afternoon treat on the patio! Get to know your future neighbors and enjoy some delicious ice cream with all the toppings.

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    Sat 16
    Several musicians, mostly women, are seated and playing violins in an orchestra rehearsal. Sheet music is visible on stands, and a conductor or instructor is partly visible at the front.
    May 16 2:00PM – 3:00PM Valmonte Room

    Palos Verdes Musical Connection Performance

    We are pleased to welcome a group of extremely talented students from Palos Verdes High School. They will share their love of music as they bring us one of their final concerts for the spring.

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    Thu 21
    Three vintage-style cinema tickets with Admit One text are displayed on a reflective surface, surrounded by scattered popcorn pieces.
    May 21 1:30PM – 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    A Day at The Movies with Theo Siegel

    Join Theo Siegel, Film Historian as he talks about the history and making of “The Quiet Man”. This 1952 romantic comedy stars John Wayne as an Irish-born boxer who returns from the U.S. to his homeland, and Maureen O’Hara, who captures his heart. John Ford received the Academy Award for best director.

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    Tue 26
    Close-up of a partially completed jigsaw puzzle featuring colorful, vintage-style illustrations and text, including the word WORD, part of a pagoda, and a person’s face. Puzzle piece edges are clearly visible.
    May 26 3:30PM – 4:30PM Valmonte Room

    Reminiscing with Gayle Koch

    Step back into the past with Gayle. She leads this fun discussion on this month’s topic of Toys and Games – Then and Now. Recollect marbles, race cars, stamps, spite and malice, chickenfoot, spin the bottle and more, and recall your favorites. Refreshments will be served.

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    Wed 27
    A gallery wall displays colorful scientific images and artworks, including vibrant neural network prints and brain scans, each accompanied by descriptive plaques. The perspective shows the wall curving into the distance.
    May 27 2:00PM – 3:00PM Dining Room

    Artists’ Gallery

    Please join our resident Artists’ as they display and discuss their artwork, inspiration, and stories behind their piece. Refreshments and appetizers will be served.

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    • Tue 2
    Cocktail glasses filled with a pink-orange drink, each garnished with a dried citrus slice, sit on a wooden surface surrounded by clear ice cubes.
    June 2 4:00PM – 5:00PM Game Room

    Tuesday Tastings with Mikhael

    Join Mikhael Smith, Nutritional Care Manager for this special program. Each week Mikhael discusses a signature cocktail, the history, where it originated and what made it popular.

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    Thu 4
    Close-up of a vintage Siemens film projector with metal reels, various knobs, dials, and a visible film strip threaded through the machine, set against a plain light background.
    June 4 1:30PM – 4:00PM Lunada Lounge

    Classic Film: The Man in The Gray Flannel Suit

    Join us for this classic 1956 film starring Gregory Peck and Jennifer Jones. Just like a movie theater we will have fresh popcorn and soft drinks. See you at the movies!

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    Sat 6
    A person uses a laptop displaying a VPN shield logo and a world map on screen. Glasses and a plant are nearby on the desk.
    June 6 3:30PM – 4:30PM Valmonte Room

    Websites You Can Trust with Anthony Brown

    Anthony Brown, Tech Concierge, will talk about all the safe websites to visit and which ones to stay away from. You don’t want to miss this very informative presentation, especially if you love spending time online.

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    August events

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

    A painted portrait of a smiling man in a suit holding a conductor’s baton, set against a warm, softly-blurred background.

    Lecture

    Duke Ellington

    The Omnilore Lecture on Duke Ellington by Scott Zimmerman was well attended. Along with hearing some of his great music, residents learned about the Duke’s early life, and what got him started on the path to being one of the most well respected jazz musicians of his age. Scott shared his insights into how Duke Ellington’s compositions and style changed and grew from the 1920s, through the 1930s at the Cotton Club in Harlem, then into the 1940s and post World War II.

    A woman gives a presentation to a group of older adults. A slide on the screen reads Fraud is on the rise, aggressively targeting people 50+, with a table showing fraud complaints by age group.

    Lecture

    Being tech-aware

    The Smarter Service is now at The Canterbury. They bring a full Tech Concierge program to residents. In addition to their regular support, they delivered a class on a reality we all face each day: “Scams & Fraud: Navigating Technology Safely”. Attendees learned how to recognize common online scams and become aware of the best strategies to protect personal data.

    A group of elderly people seated in a community room watch a performer singing at a microphone beside a grand piano, with an ocean landscape mural and an American flag in the background.

    Performances

    Arjun & Friends

    The Valmonte Room was filled with residents for the performance of Arjun & Friends. Arjun and Friends is a community volunteer group started by the piano studio of Dr. Linda Govel. Arjun started off with a solo piano recital on Feb 19, 2019 at The Canterbury. In the conversation that followed the performance, residents asked him to come back again to play piano compositions by a variety of composers. Arjun’s friend and studio mate James Govednik joined Arjun at the next recital. With more recitals being scheduled, Arjun & Friends was formed as a volunteer group.

    Last month we welcomed two talented performers for an an afternoon of classical music. The audience was captivated by the breadth of pieces. We look forward to welcoming Arjun & Friends in the future.

    A woman wearing a beige hat and navy shirt smiles while serving a dessert with whipped cream outdoors, with plants, flowers, and buildings in the background.

    Socials

    What’s the scoop?

    On Saturdays, the dining services team hosts a weekly Ice Cream Social, dishing out different flavors of ice cream with fun and interesting toppings. Residents enjoy their favorite ice cream while mingling with neighbors.

    A woman in a white dress speaks to a group of older adults in an art gallery. Colorful paintings hang on the walls behind them. The group listens attentively as she gestures with her hand.

    Outings

    A trip to the Palos Verdes Art Center

    Docent Gail Phinney led us through “The Summer Show”. She shared her insight into the pieces and their history.

    This juried all-media exhibition incorporates work from members of the Palos Verdes Art Center’s seven active artists groups: Artists Open Group, Pacific Arts Group, Paletteers, Peninsula Artists, Photographic and Digital Artists, The Artists Studio, and The Third Dimension. The visit was a great way to spend the afternoon enjoying all of this artistry in the gallery.

    Following time exploring the art, residents enjoyed lunch at a nearby gem, The Little Olivia, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant offering a blend of Greek and Italian cuisines with fresh, flavorful dishes. It was a day that fed people’s spirits and appetites.

    • Two older women smiling and standing together in an art gallery, with colorful paintings hanging on the blue wall behind them. One woman wears a white top with black hearts; the other wears a floral blouse.
    • An elderly woman with gray hair, wearing a blue jacket and white shirt, stands smiling next to a colorful painting featuring a dark sea and orange shore. Framed artwork is visible in the background.
    • A woman in a white dress speaks to three women in a gallery, surrounded by colorful paintings on cream-colored walls. The listeners have gray hair and wear blue and yellow tops.
    • Two smiling women stand close together in front of colorful abstract art. One has curly light brown hair and glasses, and the other has short, curly blonde hair and is wearing a white top with black spots.
    An older woman smiles in front of a display featuring life-sized terracotta horses pulling a chariot, with terracotta warrior statues visible in the background at a museum exhibit.

    Outings

    A visit to the Bowers Museum

    Residents visited the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana. The museum is renowned for its permanent collection that includes works from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, Native American art, the art of Asia, Africa, and Oceania, and California plein-air painting.

    Bowers Museum welcomed the US premiere of China’s Terracotta Warriors exhibition back in 2008. It now proudly presents new discoveries with their current exhibit, “World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century!” Residents were captivated by this special exhibition.

    After taking in these stunning, preserved works from 210 BCE, residents relaxed with a great lunch al fresco at the museum’s Tangata Restaurant.

    • A group of older women are smiling and waving while seated inside a small bus or van. They appear cheerful and are looking toward the camera. The vehicle is well-lit and several women are sitting in the back.
    • Two elderly women stand in front of a vibrant, colorful tapestry featuring intricate patterns and mythical figures. Both women wear glasses and name tags, smiling warmly at the camera.
    • An older woman and man stand smiling in front of glass cases displaying life-sized Terracotta Warrior statues in a museum exhibit.
    • A group of elderly people, mostly women, sit around an outdoor table at a restaurant, holding menus and smiling at the camera. The weather appears sunny and pleasant.
    • A woman gestures and smiles next to a large ancient horse statue and a human warrior statue in a museum exhibit. The background is dark blue, highlighting the sculptures.
    • Two elderly women look at ancient artifacts displayed in a glass case at a museum, with other visitors visible in the background. One woman holds a brochure and both appear engaged with the exhibit.
    Two older women wearing sunglasses and visors stand smiling by a metal railing outdoors near a waterside walkway, with buildings and trees in the background on a sunny day.

    Outings

    Boat Ride in Long Beach Harbor

    A group took to the water to explore Los Alamitos Bay & Naples Canal aboard Duffy Boats. The boats are quiet, eco-friendly electric boats that offer comfortable, gentle trips. From the water, the group took in iconic harbor sights, passed luxury yachts and viewed waterfront estates, all while enjoying a boxed lunch.

    • Three older women are outdoors by a waterfront on a sunny day. Two wear hats and sunglasses; one uses a walker. They are standing on a walkway next to a building with large windows.
    • A group of people walk on a dock toward a boat on a sunny day, with blue sky, palm trees, and houses visible across the water in the background.
    • Two older women sit side by side on a boat, smiling and enjoying a sunny day on the water. Sailboats and palm trees are visible in the background, suggesting they are near a marina.
    • A group of older adults sit around a table on a boat, enjoying snacks and bottled water, with a scenic waterfront and palm trees visible in the background on a sunny day.

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