November is a month when we pause and give thanks for all that surrounds us. It’s with this spirit of gratitude that we look forward to the coming month, and celebrating the best of this place we call home. Please consider joining us for some armchair traveling, updates on healthcare, insights into one of our country’s greatest gardens, a look back on Irving Berlin and his music, and so much more.
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If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (949) 389-8508.
Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment is fast approaching. Join HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) to learn about upcoming changes to Medicare in 2027, and how those changes may impact you. Know your options to ensure your healthcare coverage best meets your needs.
Hernan Perez returns to discuss a remarkable destination, Brazil. Along with memorable stories, he incorporates trivia and history into every presentation. Always fun and enlightening.
Ken Vanlew joins us via Zoom to share his insights into The Cosmic Verses: A Rhyming History of the Universe (2006). British astronomer and author James Muirden uses witty, rhythmic poetry to detail human developments in understanding astronomy. Beginning with the pyramids and continuing to Stonehenge, he describes how Hipparchus discovered precession, and Eratosthenes measured the Earth, but Aristotle set science back 2,000 years. Copernicus saw the Sun, not Earth, as the center, but Galileo was sentenced to house arrest because he dared to say that the Earth moved. A lot to discuss about our planet and our universe.
Irving Berlin’s music forms a large part of the Great American Songbook. He received many honors including an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, and a Tony Award. Walter Cronkite said he “helped write the story of this country, capturing the best of who we are and the dreams that shape our lives”. Join Larry Maurer and Timeless Melodies to explore Irving Berlin’s extraordinary musical legacy.
Dr. Vrinda Bhasin, MD is a board-certified physician specializing in Hospice and Palliative Care, practicing medicine in Mission Viejo. Join her as she speaks with us about what Palliative Care is and the importance of having an Advanced Health Directive in place.
The Huntington in San Marino features one of the finest botanical gardens in the world. Join Kris Bonner, the Traveling Gardener as he takes us on a virtual tour of the 16 themed gardens on 130 acres. Learn how a Gilded Age railroad fortune created a top destination for both local and international travelers.
One hundred and fourteen years after its sinking, the Titanic remains a source of fascination and one of history’s major cautionary tales. Via Zoom, Elizabeth Kaye tells the riveting story of what happened to passengers after the “unsinkable” ship was fatally wounded by an iceberg. We’ll focus on women who boarded Lifeboat No. 8 and found themselves adrift in the icy, open sea, in the dead of night. These women were led by the Countess of Rothes, who calmed other passengers and manned the lifeboat’s tiler, a determined, valiant figure in her ermine coat and heirloom pearls. Her story, and those of other passengers, makes this timeless saga totally new, and compelling.
Last month we raised our beer steins, showed our appreciation to our furry and feathered friends, worked to strengthen our bodies, and celebrated the incredible examples of our resident Centenarians. November is shaping up to be equally epic.
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With a nod to how they celebrate in Munich, we held our Octoberfest on the last day of September. The original festival is a harvest celebration, akin to a German version of Thanksgiving. No surprise then that our Octoberfest was a gathering of friends and family, filled with the gratitude we all feel for living in such a special community.
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Our recent Blessing of the Animals with Rev. Linda Wirt was a beautiful celebration of love, companionship, and gratitude. Held in our lovely Margaret’s Pavilion, we gathered to honor our cherished animal friends and celebrate the special joy they bring to our lives.
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Betty is one of The Covington’s most committed athletes and her story highlights how personal training isn’t just about adding years to life, it’s about adding life to years. Betty started personal training, including lifting weights, just 8 short months ago. It has become such an integral part of her daily life, that now she says if she misses a training session, her body and mind can feel the difference. Betty says that exercise has become one of the great joys in her life. Not only has it improved her breathing, circulation, and overall strength, but it keeps her spirits up, boosting her confidence. Go, Betty!
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It is hard to express the respect and awe one feels of someone who lives to see their 100th birthday. Here at The Covington, we recently celebrated the lives of five special people who are marking birthdays this year between 100 and 112. Amazing, right? Their lives reflect resilience, wisdom, and grace across generations. From historic moments to amazing innovations, they have been witness to extraordinary change. Here’s to honoring their stories, strength, and enduring legacy.