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    • Tue 7
    April 7 8:30AM - 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Men’s Breakfast

    Join us for breakfast and conversation with the gentlemen of MonteCedro. Please register early as seating is limited.

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    Thu 9
    April 9 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Vieness Piano Duo

    The Vieness Piano Duo stands among the most electrifying and in-demand piano duos on the world stage today. Comprised of pianists Eva Schaumkell and Vijay Venkatesh, the duo is celebrated for their intuitive musical communication, technical brilliance, and powerful stage presence.

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    Tue 14
    April 14 7:00PM - 8:00PM Auditorium

    Chloe Perrier — English and French Jazz Singer

    Chloe’s great strength is her ability to connect with her audience using her clear voice, emotion and true artistic talent. Whether she interprets great jazz standards, bossa nova, French songs, or her own compositions, she transports the audience into her poetic and romantic universe.

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    Wed 15
    April 15 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Reagan/Gorbachev: The Incredible Reykjavik Summit

    Guillaume Serina is a French-American journalist and historian and five-time published author. He teaches history and political science at the International School of Los Angeles and is author of An Impossible Dream: Reagan, Gorbachev and a World Without the Bomb. Join him for a talk on this historic meeting between Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev in Reykjavik to stop the nuclear arms race.

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    Fri 17
    April 17 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Evolution of the Rank Badge Design

    The Chinese tradition of wearing rank badges, also known as Mandarin squares, to demonstrate civil, military or imperial rank began in 1391 during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and continued throughout the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). These insignia were sewn onto or woven into the wearer’s garments to indicate their rank. Join resident David Hugus for a lecture on the evolution of Chinese rank badges.

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    Tue 21
    April 21 8:30AM - 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Women’s Breakfast

    The popular gathering of the ladies of MonteCedro is an ideal opportunity to get to know your future neighbors. Please RSVP early for this event as seating is limited.

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    Fri 24
    April 24 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Spring has sprung

    Renowned pianist, Dr. Kelly Anderson joins us this month to perform and discuss music inspired by this season. An instructor at Pasadena City College, Dr. Anderson records for various media including documentaries, and brings his storytelling to every performance.

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    Tue 28
    April 28 7:00PM - 8:00PM Auditorium

    An Evening of Opera, Musical Theater, and other classics

    Marco and Marie are an international classical and multi-genre duo consisting of tenor Marco Antonio Lozano and soprano Christa Marie Stevens. Their vast repertoire of solos and duets include operatic, art song, classical crossover, Great American Songbook, musical theater, holiday, and international favorites. Join us for dessert and coffee while you take in a wonderful evening of Opera music.

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    • Tue 5
    May 5 8:30AM - 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Men’s Breakfast

    Pull up a chair and enjoy breakfast and conversation with the gentlemen of MonteCedro. Please register early as seating is limited.

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    Tue 5
    May 5 4:00PM - 5:00PM Auditorium

    Cinco de Mayo Celebration

    Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican Army’s unlikely victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Although it is a minor holiday in Mexico, it is a cultural celebration in the United States. Join us for festive beverages, music, and appetizers that capture the spirit and fun of this annual event.

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    Wed 6
    Close-up of a person playing a violin, with their hand on the fingerboard and a bow in motion, set against a dark background with blurred sheet music visible.
    May 6 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Romance Music

    Join Paul and Stephanie as they take us on a wonderful musical journey, touching on some of the world’s most beloved composers and the music that made them famous. Works will include classics from Dvorak to the exquisite Estrellita by Ponce, Moszkowski’s Guitarre, and pieces by Bach and Kreisler.

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    Thu 7
    May 7 7:00PM - 8:00PM Auditorium

    Spanish Piano with Pianist Junko Garrett

    Junko Ueno Garrett is an exceptionally talented Japanese pianist loved by audiences globally. She has toured and performed around the world, and now brings her unique musical interpretation to MonteCedro.

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    Thu 14
    A vivid image of the Orion Nebula in deep space, displaying swirling clouds of purple and pink gas, bright stars scattered throughout, and a radiant star glowing at the bottom edge.
    May 14 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Star Myths Written in the Nighttime Sky

    Join Toby Hooper as he explores the stories for which the constellations of the Zodiac are named, and other stories of celestial stars and planets. This event will be a multi-part presentation on Thursday, May 14, Thursday, May 21 and Thursday, May 28, and will extend into June.

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    Fri 15
    A person with long brown hair, wearing a striped sweater and jeans, stands in front of a colorful abstract painting with swirling pink, red, and orange patterns in an art gallery.
    May 15 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    Art Speaks: Art Works That Make You Wonder

    Why does some art draw you in? Every other month, the MonteCedro Art Committee offers an opportunity to explore our varied responses to the art in our collection. In May, we will look at pieces in the Art Collection that are mysterious. We will discuss why an artist might pick this subject or what made the artist depict this abstract. What do our own responses suggest as meanings? Come and join a lively conversation.

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    Tue 19
    A buffet table with stacked plates, tongs, glasses, and a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts arranged on tiered stands, ready for guests to serve themselves.
    May 19 8:30AM - 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Women’s Breakfast: Marcell’s

    The popular gathering of the ladies of MonteCedro is an ideal opportunity to get to know your future neighbors. Please RSVP early for this event as seating is limited.

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    Fri 22
    Close-up of a person’s hands playing a piano, with their fingers pressing the keys and a reflection of their hands visible on the glossy piano surface. The scene is softly lit, creating a calm atmosphere.
    May 22 11:00AM - 12:00PM Auditorium

    The Oscars!

    Renowned pianist, Dr. Kelly Anderson joins us this month to perform and discuss Oscar-winning music. An instructor at Pasadena City College, Dr. Anderson records for various media including documentaries, and brings his storytelling to every performance.

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    Tue 26
    Close-up of an old, hand-drawn map showing curved roads, a small house, scattered trees, and a section of land with a grid pattern, all in black ink on aged paper.
    May 26 3:30PM - 4:30PM Auditorium

    The Five Stans & Western China

    Join resident Douglas Noble as he takes us to the lands of steppes, desert, and mountains, cross-crossed by centuries of invasion yet also the historic Silk Route trading corridors between the West and China. Douglas will share insights from his 2006 trip to Kashgar and its old city and animal market in Western China, then on to all five “Stans” (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan). He’ll share his experiences with a variety of peoples, architectural highlights, colorful markets, diverse countryside, and at least one local ruler who memorialized himself in a gold statue. Not to be missed!

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    Wed 27
    A group of people walk together through a grassy field at sunset, with sunlight streaming through trees in the background. The figures are mostly in shadow, creating a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
    May 27 10:00AM - 11:00AM Front Drive

    Move a Little…Live a Lot! Be the Champion of Your Own Fitness: Walk

    Join residents for this event celebrating the power of walking. Move at your own pace while enjoying music, connection, and a supportive atmosphere. The morning will include a guided warm-up, group kickoff, self-paced walk, and post-walk refreshments and healthy snacks. Medals will be awarded to all participants in celebration of their commitment to movement and well-being. All fitness levels are welcome.

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    Wed 27
    Two people stand on stage, partially visible. One holds a microphone and has a hand on their chest. The background is dark and blurry, with indistinct lights and another person in the distance.
    May 27 7:00PM - 8:00PM Auditorium

    Arroyo Singers

    The Arroyo Singers is a nonprofit women’s choir founded in 1961 by a group of Caltech faculty wives. Today, they are a group of women from the Pasadena area and surrounding communities who share a love of singing and good fellowship.

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    • Tue 2
    A breakfast scene with croissants, a cup of black coffee, a glass of orange juice, jars of jam and honey, and orange slices on a rustic wooden table.
    June 2 8:30AM - 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Men’s Breakfast

    Join the gentlemen of MonteCedro for breakfast and conversation at this monthly gathering. Please register early as seating is limited.

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