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.
Grab your virtual passport and join Hernan Perez, world traveler. Enjoy his photos, as well as his trivia and bits of history that bring each destination to life.
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.
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.
Join Timeless Melodies for this presentation of Famous Movie Songs. Always entertaining, this longstanding program weaves video clips and a vast knowledge of music. If you love music or the movies, you do not want to miss this!
Great things sometimes happen by accident, and that is true of many things in life, including astronomy. There are numerous incidents in astronomy where something unexpected is suddenly revealed far beyond the original scope of the research. Some of the most important and spectacular discoveries in astronomy were not the result of carefully planned experiments, but came from unintended results. Join us for armchair astronomy and learn about some of science’s great findings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Join Chris Epting and discover the vibrant rock ‘n’ roll history of Orange County, where surf music was born and legends like Elvis once roamed. This engaging presentation will take you through iconic venues and landmarks that shaped the soundtrack of our lives, highlighting the influential musicians and cultural movements that emerged from this sunny Southern California paradise.
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.
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!
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.
Please join our resident Artists’ as they display and discuss their artwork, inspiration, and stories behind their piece. Refreshments and appetizers will be served.