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This month at MonteCedro.

With its sunshine and warm evenings, August is an ideal month for events and activities. Join us in the coming weeks for a performance, a get-together or a presentation. Whether you are a film buff, music fan, bird watcher, or you simply love to meet 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 (626) 788-4924 or email Janet Martinez at: [email protected].

Montecedro residents celebrating the new year.

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    • Thu 15
    A sepia-toned illustration of a man and a woman in historical clothing embracing each other outside a stone building, gazing into each others eyes.
    October 15 11:00AM – 12:00PM Eaton Theater via Zoom

    Romeo and Juliet

    Elizabeth Kaye, award-winning author, editor and dance historian joins us via Zoom to discuss ballet’s most romantic work, Romeo and Juliet. Shakespeare’s immortal and haunting tale of the young, doomed lovers is danced with impassioned grace by the two dancers who formed what is known as the perfect partnership, Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn. The story is told in four exquisite pas de deux (a dance of two). These dances have a stunning, otherworldly beauty enhanced by the gorgeous music of Serge Prokofiev. If you love theater or dance, you will love this presentation.

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    Sat 17
    A woman in vintage attire holds a clutch above her head, casting dramatic shadows on a paneled wall, with an ornate chair and chandelier nearby.
    October 17 1:30PM – 3:30PM Eaton Theater

    Film Explorers: The Birds

    Guest Guillaume Serina will introduce The Birds, the iconic film by Alfred Hitchcock, and lead a post-viewing discussion. The Birds, starring Tippi Hedren, follows a San Francisco socialite who visits a small coastal town where ordinary birds inexplicably begin aggressive and escalating attacks, disrupting daily life without explanation. This suspenseful thriller builds tension slowly, punctuated by visually striking set pieces and an eerie absence of a musical score. It’s notable for its groundbreaking special effects and enduring cultural impact.

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    Tue 20
    A buffet table with assorted pastries, cakes, and desserts on tiered trays, glasses of parfait, plates, tongs, and glassware arranged neatly for self-service.
    October 20 8:30AM – 9:30AM Off Lake Bistro

    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 23
    A carved jack-o-lantern with a glowing, menacing face sits on the keys of an old piano, creating a spooky Halloween atmosphere.
    October 23 11:00AM – 12:00PM Station 8

    BOO!

    Just in time for Halloween, renowned pianist, Dr. Kelly Anderson discusses and performs scary music by Orff, Dukas, Bach, and others. 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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    Mon 26
    A large white radio telescope dish is positioned outdoors, pointing slightly upward against a partly cloudy sky, with dry grass and scattered bushes in the background.
    October 26 11:00AM – 12:00PM Eaton Theater

    The Giant Magellan Telescope

    Dr. Rebecca Bernstein is the Chief Scientist for the Giant Magellan Telescope project, a next-generation ground-based optical-infrared observatory currently under construction in the Atacama Desert of Chile. The Giant Magellan Telescope is being designed and built to answer questions such as “how do black holes form?” and “is there life beyond our solar system?”, and to make discoveries we can’t yet imagine. In this talk, Dr. Bernstein will introduce us to the status of this remarkable new telescope.

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    July Events

    It has been a Star Spangled month at MonteCedro, with so much to celebrate, experience, and enjoy. We had a Yankee Doodle Dandy style performance to celebrate America’s birthday, a Renovation Party for the Auditorium, multiple musical performances that wowed audiences, and outings that were both memorable and moving.

    People dressed in costumes walk indoors. One plays a drum, another wears an American flag and “Ben Franklin” sign, and a third, with a wig and glasses, wears a “Jane Franklin” sign. Others in background hold flags and signs.

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    Festivities on the Fourth

    The MC Theater Group presented their production “Independence!” to celebrate the 250th birthday of America. An appreciative audience packed the house and the performance earned thunderous applause. In the off Lake Bistro, we enjoyed an ice cream table filled with rum-infused berries that were set alight to capture the spirit of the day. It was a spectacular way to mark the Fourth of July celebrations!

    Older adults and younger people wearing orange vests dance and interact energetically indoors, with yellow caution tape and music equipment visible in the background.

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    Renovation Party

    It was time to celebrate the end of an era. The MonteCedro auditorium is closing for renovations, so we sent it off in style! We began the night with wonderful music by Chloé Perrier Green, then were mystified by magic during dinner by Al Naz and ended the night dancing to the iconic tunes of Decades of Rock. Dinner was a spectacular menu of French cuisine that was served surrounded by whimsical “construction chic” decorations and costumes. The entire night was filled with joy as we celebrated all the memorable moments the Auditorium has provided over the years. P.S. We’re already planning the reopening party!

    A man in a light cap and peach shirt gestures in front of a U.S. flag and a projection screen showing a black-and-white photo of a person in makeup. The room has light curtains and a presentation is in progress.

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    Zoot Suit Not Required

    The wonderful Zoot Velasco visited MonteCedro to share his extraordinary life story. From infant to adult, his life has been filled with tragedies, triumphs, obstacles, and remarkable moments, including dance. After his talk, he demonstrated the robot, the moves that kicked off his career in the arts. We look forward to inviting Zoot back in the months ahead. Thank you to our partners at Altadena Heritage for planning this wonderful event for us.

    A man in a pink shirt plays a grand piano on stage, with sheet music open in front of him. An audience watches, partially visible in the foreground.

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    88 Keys of Inspiration

    Our concert piano was put to spectacular use by the hands of Dr. Vatché Mankerian of The Pasadena Conservatory. Playing a range of music from the great composers, he delighted the audience, amazing them with his incredible technique and talent. As the concert ended, calls of “Bravo” echoed throughout the auditorium. Brilliant.

    Three round, tiered garden fountains of varying heights sit among flowers and greenery, with water gently bubbling from each. A fence and trees are visible in the background under a sunny sky.

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    Memory Care Celebration

    The MonteCedro memory care neighborhood, “The Courtyards”, celebrated the opening of its redesigned garden and patio. With vases of flowers lovingly arranged by residents, colorful cookies and beautiful harp music, it was the perfect afternoon. Team members and independent living residents visited and enjoyed the festive atmosphere and warmth of The Courtyards community.

    Seven older adults stand on stone steps in front of a large wooden door on a stone building. One person uses a walker. It appears to be sunny.

    Outings

    Illuminating

    We had the opportunity to visit the Hall of Crucifixion–Resurrection at Forest Lawn, home to two remarkable panoramic paintings by renowned artists. The Crucifixion, painted by acclaimed Polish artist Jan Styka, and The Resurrection, painted by American artist Robert Clark, left everyone in awe. Their extraordinary artistry, scale, and historical significance made for a truly memorable and inspiring experience.

    Four people hold and fold an American flag outside, while another person in the background takes a photo. There is greenery and flowers around them.

    Outings

    Let Freedom Fly

    A group of MonteCedro veterans made an extra-special trip to The Huntington, to donate a new flag. They were greeted with smiles and a meaningful gathering commenced. Introductions and military service were shared, then it was time for the lowering of the old flag and raising of the new. The veterans assisted with the folding of the old flag, paying respect to the true meaning of the Stars and Stripes. This flag presentation was an extra-special way to commemorate July 4th and the celebration of our country’s 250th Birthday.

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