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This month at The Covington.

July is filled with get-togethers and activities. Whether you love travel, contemplating the stars or simply meeting people, there’s something for you to enjoy this month.

We’d love to welcome you to one of our upcoming events. Take a look at some of what’s happening and RSVP by clicking the link and completing the form to let us know you can attend.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (949) 389-8508.

Two older women stand together smiling in front of a blue The Sound of Music backdrop. One wears sunglasses, a blue cardigan, and necklace; the other wears a striped top, holding a bag over her shoulder.

Residents at The Sound of Music performance

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    • Wed 7
    A green pushpin marks the location of Mexico on a yellow and orange globe, with nearby countries and geographic features partially visible.
    October 7 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Travel Log with Hernan — Mexico

    Hernan Perez returns to discuss one of our favorite destinations, and our neighbor, Mexico. Along with memorable stories, he incorporates trivia and history into every presentation. Always fun and enlightening. ¡Olé!

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    Thu 8
    A bright, red nebula with a circular shape glows against a backdrop of countless stars in deep space. The nebulas center appears darker, giving it a rose-like appearance.
    October 8 11:00AM – 12:00PM Schumacher Hall – Via Zoom

    Armchair Astronomer — Star Clusters: Gregarious Stars

    Ken Vanlew joins us via Zoom to share his insights into fascinating star clusters.
    Although there are a few free-floating stars that don’t belong to a galaxy, most stars orbit a galaxy center. Globular clusters are composed of older yellow stars that orbit above and below the halo of the Milky Way. Galactic clusters are younger stars that group together and orbit only in the plane of the Milky Way disk. So many stars, so little time.

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    Thu 8
    A person stands with their back to the camera, raising a hand toward bright, radiant light shining from in front of them, creating a dramatic silhouette effect.
    October 8 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Near Death Experience: Exploring the Journey Beyond Life

    What happens when we come close to death? Fr. Robert Spitzer, a Jesuit priest, philosopher, and physicist joins us to explore near-death experiences, including encounters with light, peace, loved ones, and leaving the body. Drawing from scientific and spiritual perspectives, this thought-provoking presentation examines consciousness, human existence, and what these experiences may reveal about life beyond death. Open to all faith traditions, spiritual seekers, questioners, and anyone curious about life’s profound mysteries.

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    Fri 9
    A person wearing a brown shirt plays an acoustic guitar on stage, using a slide on one finger and a pick on their thumb, next to a microphone stand.
    October 9 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Timeless Melodies — Western Contribution to Popular Music

    Explore the Western contributions that have shaped popular music through the decades with Timeless Melodies. This engaging presentation highlights influential artists, musical styles, and cultural movements, showcasing how Western music evolved and continues to inspire generations of listeners around the world today.

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    Mon 19
    A doctor holds a model of a human stomach, illustrating the internal structure. The doctor wears a white coat and a stethoscope, sitting at a desk with a clipboard in the background.
    October 19 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

    Dr. Christian Ashton and Dr. Ben Morris join us to discuss taking control of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). This informative presentation will cover lifestyle changes, medications, surgical options, and potential long-term complications. This session will provide practical tools and up-to-date guidance to improve outcomes.

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    Tue 20
    Close-up of a United States flag with stars and stripes, in focus, while two other American flags appear blurred in the background.
    October 20 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Born in the USA

    Author Chris Epting explores fascinating people, businesses, inventions, music, and traditions from different parts of the country. He will show how each region has contributed something unique to American culture and history.

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    Fri 23
    Close-up of a woman singing into a vintage-style microphone, with soft stage lights glowing in the blurred background.
    October 23 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Music From the HeART


    Multi-talented Jennifer Hart grew up in a musical family in Iowa and sang with her 4 older sisters in church and school before getting her degree in voice and music education. Her vast repertoire covers standards, showtunes, country and pop, from Duke Ellington to Elton John. She is often featured as a guest vocalist with Big Bands and Orchestras. Join us to hear her vast repertoire, because whatever she sings, she sings from her HeART!

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    Mon 26
    A person in a white shirt is signing a document with a pen at a wooden table. Their other hand holds the paper steady.
    October 26 2:00PM – 3:00PM Schumacher Hall

    Your Wishes Matter: Planning Ahead for Your Care


    Join Deidre Fitzpatrick for an informative and supportive discussion about planning ahead. We will explore how you can communicate your wishes, identify the people you trust to speak on your behalf, and make decisions about the care, comfort, and quality of life you would want should your needs change related to cognitive decline.

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    June Events

    Summer is a time for the great outdoors. Be it hiking, a community BBQ, or relaxing in the shade of our quiet gardens, there is a place for everyone here. As an active senior community, we pride ourselves on being adventurous, staying curious, and meeting new people.

    Small square slices of cake topped with whipped cream, strawberries, and miniature American flags are arranged closely together in rows.

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    A Time to Remember

    Over Memorial Day weekend, we took time to remember our veterans and the fallen who sacrificed for our freedom. We celebrated that freedom by coming together. The day included a barbecue, with burgers, hot dogs and sides galore were on the menu. We played cornhole and ended the day with music and dancing.

    A thick, seared steak is cooking in a pan with bubbling butter, whole garlic cloves, and sprigs of fresh herbs, giving it a rich and juicy appearance.

    At The Covington

    Master Chef

    The first Thursday of every month, the amazing Chef Chad demonstrates how to make his favorite recipes. This time it was garlic and butter basted Filet Mignon and yes, it was absolutely amazing. Fortunately, Chef Chad made enough to go around or we might have had a situation. Kidding aside, we are so fortunate for talented chefs like Chad at The Covington and the incredible meals we get to enjoy every day.

    A man takes a selfie with a group of smiling older adults in a fitness studio. They are seated on chairs, holding exercise equipment, with stability balls and fitness gear visible in the background.

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    Life in Motion

    One thing you will notice when you visit our community is that we are constantly on the go, pursuing interests and living life to its fullest. Part of the secret to staying active is being active. At The Covington, that includes special classes twice a week to keep our joints healthy and limber. It is an hour of fun-filled camaraderie and smiles.

    Two smiling women pose in front of a wall displaying several landscape and animal paintings, including a cowboy portrait, horses, a barn, and a stormy sky.

    At The Covington

    The Art of Residents

    One of our most anticipated events is celebrating artists in our midst. This month we celebrated a resident, Joanne who only joined the art classes upon moving here, having never painted before. Under the guidance of a talented and supportive instructor, she has developed her skills and confidence as an artist. Her work is now featured in the Resident Art Gallery.

    A group of eight older women stand smiling together outdoors in front of the modern glass facade of Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall on a sunny day. Pink umbrellas and tables are in the background.

    Outings

    The Sound of Music

    We recently attended the stunning Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa for a beautiful performance of the beloved musical The Sound of Music. A critically acclaimed North American tour of this Rogers & Hammerstein classic relived some of our favorite moments and melodies, including “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Edelweiss”. We left feeling that the hills were indeed alive with the Sound of Music.

    A group of people, mostly older adults, stand and chat on a sunlit dirt trail surrounded by trees. Many wear hats, sunglasses, and casual outdoor clothing; one person uses a walking stick.

    Outings

    Laguna Canyon

    The Covington has several Creative Living Partners, including Laguna Canyon Foundation. This special relationship allows us to enjoy guided hikes though Laguna Canyon to immerse ourselves in the area’s flora and fauna. While on the hike, we learned about the environmental changes and challenges of Laguna Canyon and the importance of the canyons to the ecosystem of the surrounding regions.

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