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This month at MonteCedro.

July is filled with performances, get-togethers and activities. 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.

Four older adults walk outdoors on a paved path. Three women and one man are smiling; some wear medals around their necks. Trees and bushes are in the background, suggesting a pleasant, sunny day.

Residents walking on National Senior Health and Fitness Day

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    • Tue 4
    A cup of coffee, two jars of jam, croissants, a glass of orange juice, and orange slices are arranged on a rustic wooden table for breakfast.
    August 4 8:30AM – 9:30AM Marcell’s

    Men’s Breakfast

    Join the gentlemen of MonteCedro for breakfast, laughter and camaraderie. It’s a popular get together, so reservations are recommended.

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    Wed 5
    A person in a patterned vest plays a violin with a bow, focusing on the instrument and their hand on the strings. The background is dark and softly blurred.
    August 5 11:00AM – 12:00PM Station 8

    The Lovely Beethoven Spring Sonata, Sondheim, and The Music Man

    Paul and Stephanie are a renowned duo who perform some of the world’s most beautiful and memorable music. This month’s performance will include Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 5 in F major, Op. 24, widely known as the “Spring Sonata”. This masterpiece was written in 1801 and takes its name “Spring” from the bright, cheerful, and sunny feeling of the music.

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    Thu 6
    A close-up of a woman singing into a vintage-style microphone, with blurred warm lights in the background.
    August 6 7:00PM – 8:00PM Marcell’s

    Summer Nights: Chloe Perrier

    Chloe Perrier is an accomplished French Jazz singer based in LA. With her melodic, clear voice, emotion and sheer artistic talent, she connects deeply with her audiences. Join us for what will be a memorable evening. Dessert and coffee will be served.

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    Fri 14
    A group of people in traditional costumes stand on stage in front of a painted backdrop of buildings, trees, and mountains. One man in a suit stands among the costumed performers.
    August 14 11:00AM – 12:00PM Eaton Theater via Zoom

    The Golden Age of Broadway with Elizabeth Kaye

    The dazzling musical comedies of Rodgers and Hammerstein brought about the Golden Age of Broadway. From 1943 to 1959, they gave us “Oklahoma”, “Carousel”, “South Pacific”, “The King and I”, and “The Sound of Music”. See great video clips from these shows, hear many anecdotes about the performers and learn how these incredible musicals came to be written. Please join us for this delightful musical stroll down memory lane!

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    Tue 18
    A buffet table with assorted pastries, cakes, rolls, glass cups filled with dessert, stacks of plates, and serving tongs, set up for a gathering or event.
    August 18 8:30AM – 9:30AM Marcell’s

    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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    Thu 20
    A close-up of a microphone on a stand in front of a dark brick wall, with an empty wooden stool in the background on a wooden floor.
    August 20 7:00PM – 8:00PM Marcell’s

    Summer Nights with Fritz Coleman

    Join comedian Fritz Coleman for an evening of laughter. Fritz Coleman is a 5-time Emmy Award Winning Stand-Up Comedian and former NBC Weathercaster. He’s made 8 appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and Jay Leno. This evening is sure to make you smile. Dessert and coffee will be served.

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    Fri 21
    A peregrine falcon with wings spread wide and talons extended, appears to be landing or hunting, with a focused gaze against a blurred, muted sky background.
    August 21 11:00AM – 12:00PM Front Drive

    Birds of Prey with Raptor Events

    Learn more about these remarkable creatures when Raptor Events bring live birds to MonteCedro. Have an opportunity to get up close with each stunning animal. The event will create lasting memories.

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    Fri 28
    A vintage yellow television sits on a wooden surface, displaying a screen with black musical notes and a treble clef on a blue background.
    August 28 11:00AM – 12:00PM Station 8

    Top TV Theme Music!

    Renowned pianist, Dr. Kelly Anderson joins us this month to perform and discuss music that we remember from the earlier days of television. 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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    June Events

    Just like the weather, things are heating up here at MonteCedro. Half way through the year, it is a time both to reflect and look forward. From honoring our veterans to peering into the night-sky mysteries of the universe, we had a full range of moments, memories, and experiences this month.

    A group of people, casually dressed, are walking together outdoors on a paved path near residential buildings with balconies and greenery. Two people lead the group, smiling and appearing to enjoy the walk.

    At MonteCedro

    You’ve Got to Move It!

    This month we marked National Seniors Health and Fitness Day, and what a day it was. We celebrated the joys and benefits of movement and the power of staying active at any age. The day included a walk-a-thon, and we set up a walking loop around the community. Whether a person completed one lap or many, each participant showed what it means to keep moving forward. From gentle strolls to serious power walkers, it was a wonderful day of camaraderie.

    Two portrait paintings of a person in military uniform are displayed on easels. An American flag is visible in the background on a large screen above a curtained wall.

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    Memorial Day

    This Memorial Day, we gathered to honor the lives and legacies of those lost in recent wars through “Ways to Honor and Remember.” This program featured powerful portrait tributes to fallen soldiers, painted by MonteCedro residents and team members. This event invited us to reflect, remember and ensure their stories, and the stories of all fallen soldiers are never forgotten.

    On the left, a large white observatory dome rises above treetops. On the right, a person in a red hat and pink jacket looks through a telescope inside a wooden structure.

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    Star Light, Star Bright

    Recently, we visited Mount Wilson with our Creative Living partners from the Carnegie Observatories. This amazing facility allows a glimpse into wonders of the universe. After learning about the history of Mount Wilson, we entered the main observatory that houses the gigantic 60-inch telescope. Peering into the night sky, we were able to view up close both a double star and a globular cluster of stars. It was a rare and wondrous experience.

    A smiling woman wearing gloves holds a large mixing bowl, standing next to a table where two seated women watch. Another person stands behind, gently touching one seated woman’s shoulder. They are in a cozy indoor setting.

    At Montecedro

    Creative Baking

    Baking is a favorite activity for The Courtyards. As part of our Creative Cooking program, we assisted MonteCedro’s talented Culinary Team in the measuring, mixing, and baking of some of our favorite treats. Afterwards, we enjoyed the delicious results of our collective efforts.

    Close-up of hands playing a digital keyboard, with a smartphone resting on the keyboard. Drums and other musicians are visible in the blurred background. The scene has a warm, ambient lighting.

    At Montecedro

    Jazz Masters

    This month we welcomed The Chad Edward Band, a spectacular jazz quartet that includes piano, standup bass, drums, and saxophone. The soulful tunes, toe-tapping favorites and smooth vibes made for a fantastic show.

    A group of older adults stands smiling in front of a modern concrete building with large glass windows and overhanging roof. Palm trees and greenery are visible in the background.

    At Montecedro

    Geffen Galleries at the LA County Museum of Art

    We recently had the opportunity to explore the new David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Two decades in the making, the 110,000 square feet of galleries are housed in an elevated gray building, ringed with enormous windows. The museum’s director, Michael Govan, described the Swiss architect Peter Zumthor’s work as “of the future and past at the same time”. We were able to get an early entry into this remarkable cultural destination. There is so much to see, we know this was just the first of many visits.

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