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This month at MonteCedro.

This February is filled with get togethers and activities that reflect the spirit of the MonteCedro community.

We’d love to welcome you soon 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 Elizabeth Saldebar at: [email protected].

Montecedro residents celebrating the new year.

Three elderly women sit and chat around a table with drinks, appearing animated and cheerful. Two women face each other, smiling, while the third woman, standing, gestures as she talks to them.

Montecedro residents celebrating the new year.

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    • Tue 15
    A buffet table with plates of assorted pastries, cakes, and desserts, glasses of layered parfaits, glassware, and serving utensils arranged neatly on a white tablecloth.
    September 15 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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    Wed 16
    Tall trees with thin trunks and bright green leaves, viewed from below, create a canopy overhead with sunlight filtering through the foliage.
    September 16 11:00AM – 12:00PM Eaton Theater

    Twelve Trees: The Deep Roots of our Future

    Using a dozen species from around the world, Dr. Dan Lewis from Huntington Gardens will discuss why we should care about trees. He’ll review why trees are important in the fight against climate change, how they continue to surprise us, and why they’re essential to our future.

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    Thu 17
    Three women in workout clothes practice a yoga pose with arms outstretched, smiling and standing in a row in a bright indoor studio. The woman in front has short gray hair.
    September 17 11:00AM – 12:00PM Eaton Theater

    Extra Hour: Return to Healthy Habits

    Join us for another Extra Hour where we discuss practical ways to get back into a healthy routine after the summer months. We’ll outline simple strategies for rebuilding consistency with exercise, creating sustainable habits, and staying motivated without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re returning to fitness or looking for a fresh start, you’ll leave with a plan to help you get back on track.

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    Fri 25
    Close-up of a persons hands playing a black grand piano, with sunlight shining on the keys. The person is wearing a light-colored long-sleeve shirt.
    September 25 11:00AM – 12:00PM Station 8

    Autumn Song

    Renowned pianist, Dr. Kelly Anderson joins us this month to perform and discuss music inspired by fall. He will present works by composers such as Tchaikovsky, Lü, Duke 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 28
    Two musicians performing on stage: one playing an electric bass guitar in the foreground, and another playing a trombone in the background, with warm stage lighting.
    September 28 11:00AM – 12:00PM Station 8

    Strings & Slides

    Join Tom Hynes and Alex Iles for this unique concert featuring a trombone and guitar duo. Tom Hynes is a guitarist, composer, and Assistant Professor of Music at Azusa Pacific University. Alex Iles is a principal trombonist of the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra and has performed with the LA Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. This performance is brought to you by our partnership with Melodia Mariposa.

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    January Events

    The Holiday Season is always extra-special at MonteCedro, a time for friends and family, giving and receiving, and joy and gratitude. In 2025, MonteCedro had its fair share of trying times, which has made this year’s festive celebrations particularly special.

    Four older adults exercise in a fitness room, stretching near a mirrored wall. Two women and two men are bending and reaching, dressed in casual athletic wear. Their reflections are visible in the mirror.

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    An Active Lifestyle

    MonteCedro residents are some of the most active people you will ever meet at any age. Even during the holiday season, when cheer and comfort are the focus, our residents didn’t let the season slow them down. Fitness at MonteCedro is about more than just exercise. It’s about momentum, mindset, and meaningful connection. Every activity gets stronger when we do them together.

    An older woman wearing “Happy New Year” glasses smiles and hugs a young boy who is giving a thumbs up. They are indoors, standing at a counter, with people and decorations in the background.

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    Happy 2026

    Our residents love a good party and New Year’s Eve presented the perfect opportunity. The community came together to celebrate the bubbly, appetizers, and a scrumptious dinner. Everyone waved goodbye to 2025, and opened their arms to embrace 2026!

    • Two older women sit at a table decorated for New Year’s, with drinks and a Happy New Year sign. They are smiling and talking, dressed in festive clothing, with one woman sitting in a wheelchair.
    • Novelty glasses with “2026” and a clock design sit on a wooden table, with a decorative black-and-white striped gift and bow on top. Blurred background shows a person and colorful objects.
    • A group of older adults gather and chat at a New Year’s party. A Happy New Year banner hangs above, and festive decorations and balloons fill the room. Some people hold drinks while mingling near a counter.
    • Two older women smiling indoors; one is standing and wearing a gray top with a gold necklace, while the other is seated and wearing a patterned sweater. The setting appears to be a cozy, warmly lit room.
    A group of people pose together in a conference room in front of a screen displaying “Dementia Care 101 – How Do I Make a Difference?” Tables with drinks and notepads are in the foreground.

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    A New Perspective

    MonteCedro is proud to be part of the ECS family of active senior living communities, an organization at the forefront of senior care, support, and lifestyle. Recently, ECS staff came together for a new and powerful training experience. Through immersive learning and hands-on training exercises, more than 30 team members became Certified Dementia Practitioners. From caregivers and nurses to dining and transportation staff, everyone walked away with new tools and a deeper understanding of how to support residents with empathy and respect.

    A group of young men in formal attire sing and perform in front of an audience of elderly people seated in a room with large windows.

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    Music and Melody

    The air was filled with beautiful harmonies when The Whiffenpoofs visited our community. Founded at Yale in 1909, they are America’s oldest collegiate A Cappella group. Though dressed in tux and tails, this group of fabulous young singers was anything but stuffy. Singing to a packed house, appreciative residents were tapping their toes, humming along, and smiling from ear to ear.

    A group of smiling runners pose for a selfie at a crowded race starting line, all wearing monte cedro hats, with other participants and event staff in the background.

    Outings

    Community, Together

    A team from MonteCedro took part in the Altadena Forever Run in support of those recovering from the devastation of the Eaton Fire, one year ago. The skies opened and rain fell, but it did not dampen the spirit of the day as thousands of runners and walkers showed up for the beautiful city of Altadena. Tears fell as neighbors embraced and cheers filled the course as people gathered in front of lots where their homes once stood. It was a special event and we were so fortunate to be a part of it.

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