• February 11 2:00PM - 3:00PM Valmonte Room

    Food Demo: Dark Chocolate

    Did someone say chocolate? Please join us for an informative nutrition talk with Executive Chef, Aaron Hernandez. He will give an interactive demo featuring the superfood of the month, dark chocolate. It’s sure to be a popular event. 

    February 13 2:00PM - 3:00PM Valmonte Room

    Sweetheart Soirée

    Join us in celebrating Valentine’s Day at our Sweetheart Soirée with a beautiful performance by Saxophonist, Jeff Sisil.

    February 19 1:30PM - 2:30PM Valmonte Room

    A Day at the Movies with Theo Siegel

    Join Theo Siegel, Film Historian as he talks about the history and making of “12 Angry Men”. The film will be screened after the discussion. 

  • March 6 3:00PM - 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    Happy Hour

    Join us for Happy Hour and the fun guitar sounds of Noodle Stew, the talented duo of Ken Nudelman and Michael Stewart.

    March 7 10:30AM - 11:30AM Valmonte Room

    Song Book Series with Seth Becker

    The American Songbook Series is a monthly program that captures the magic of the golden era of stage and screen. Curated and presented by music historian Seth Becker, it focuses on the American song’s greatest years. This month we will be discussing the Gershwin musical “Mack & Mabel”.

    March 10 2:30PM - 3:30PM Valmonte Room

    Omnilore Presentation: “White Wine vs Red Wine”— Which California Wine is the Best?

    Please join Susan Strauss and Irene Berlin for this fun and educational comedy skit in which a glass of California red wine and a glass of California white wine debate which is better. It’s up to you to decide!

    March 11 2:00PM - 3:00PM Game Room

    Food Demo: Beets

    What are beets, what nutritional value do they have and how should we eat them? Please join Executive Chef Aaron Hernadez for an interactive demo featuring this month’s superfood.

    March 19 1:30PM - 2:30PM Valmonte Room

    Film discussion: El Dorado

    Join Theo Siegel, Film Historian as he talks about the history and making of “El Dorado”. This 1966 American Western film was directed and produced by Howard Hawks and stars John Wayne and Robert Mitchum. We will screen the film after the discussion.

    March 25 2:00PM - 3:00PM Dining Room

    The Inspiration of Artists

    Please join resident artists as they display and discuss their artwork, inspiration, and story behind their pieces. Refreshments and appetizers will be served.

  • April 3 1:30PM - 4:00PM Lunada Lounge

    Classic Film: Easter Parade

    Join us for this classic 1948 musical film starring Judy Garland and Fred Astaire. Just like a cinema, we will have fresh popcorn and soft drinks. See you at the movies!

    April 4 10:30AM - 11:30AM Valmonte Room

    Song Book Series with Seth Becker

    This month we will listen to “Michael Feinstein Sings the Jule Styne Songbook”. Jule Styne composed the scores of “Three Coins in a Fountain”, “Peter Pan”, “Bells are Ringing” and “Gypsy”. There are so many songs, and we will delight in bringing back so much musical nostalgia.

    April 4 3:30PM - 4:30PM Valmonte Room

    Apple Made Easy with Anthony

    Please join Anthony Brown, Tech Concierge for The Smarter Service as he talks about Apple technology, how to use it, navigate it and understand it.

    April 7 7:00PM - 8:00PM Valmonte Room

    Evening Concert with Arjun and Friends

    Please join us for coffee and dessert while listening to this wonderful and talented group of pianists from the Piano Studio of Dr. Linda Govel.

    April 10 3:00PM - 4:00PM Valmonte Room

    Happy Hour

    Join us for Happy Hour and the music of “U.S. 99”. This talented musical duo perform retro-vintage rock & roll, classic rock, blues, and rockabilly.

    April 14 2:30PM - 3:30PM Valmonte Room

    Everyone Has a Story with Bill Howe

    Please join fellow resident Bill Howe as he talks about his Great Grandfather E.P. Sanders and his time in the Civil War. On display will be original framed letters and documents dating back to the capture and release of E. P. Sanders.

    April 30 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 “Tootsie”. This 1982 romantic comedy, directed by Sydney Pollack, starred Dustin Hoffman and Jessica Lange and was nominated for 10 Academy Awards. Following the discussion, we will screen the film.

  • 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.

    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.

    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.

    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.