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This month at MonteCedro.

Fall is around the corner, and so are a wealth of activities at MonteCedro.

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

If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (626) 788-4924 or email Caroline Davis at: [email protected].

Yoga is better with goats!

Calendar of events

August 29 11:00AM – 12:00PM Auditorium

Classical Piano Concert & Lecture

Pianist and composer Carlos Gardels performs some of the most beautiful classical music.

September 2 8:30AM – 9:30AM Marcell’s

Men’s Breakfast

Join us and get to know your future neighbors and the new MonteCedro Executive Director Adam Peña. Please register early as seating is limited.

September 3 11:00AM – 12:00PM Auditorium

Lithuanian, Italian, French, American, and German Composers, and Burt Bacharach

Paul Stein & Stephanie Lan perform a wealth of beautiful songs, including It Ain’t Necessarily So and A House is Not a Home.

September 8 11:00AM – 12:00PM Auditorium

“Life Worth Living” Book Study with Resident Tom Brunkow

This study group requires a 12-week commitment (on Mondays) to complete the series and is limited to two members of the New Neighbor Club. The study book is Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most. 

September 12 2:00PM – 3:00PM Auditorium

Let’s Laugh with Fritz Coleman

Join Fritz Coleman, a 5-time Emmy Award Winning Stand-Up Comedian and former NBC Weathercaster for a memorable afternoon of laughter.

September 16 8:30AM – 9:30AM Marcell’s

Women’s Breakfast

Get to know some of the ladies of MonteCedro at our monthly breakfast. Please register early as seating is limited. 

September 16 11:00AM – 12:00PM Auditorium

Fall Kick Off to Fitness with Regional Fitness Director Cesar Barragan

Join us for our annual Fall Event. Take in short, fun demonstrations of our specialty classes, and an engaging talk with Cesar on reclaiming your energy, vitality, and brainpower through movement. There will also be a sneak peak at exciting new classes launching later this year.

September 26 11:00AM – 12:00PM Auditorium

“Musical Influences” with Dr. Kelly Anderson

Join Dr. Kelly Anderson as he discusses and performs music by great musicians modeled after music by other great musicians.

August Events

The past month was filled with fun and interesting events and outings at MonteCedro. Below are some of the activities that were enjoyed by residents.

At MonteCedro

Re-opening of Marcell’s

MonteCedro’s fine dining restaurant “Marcell’s” opened for the first time since the Eaton Fire. With wonderful past favorites on the menu, the food looked as good as it tasted. The evening was a special experience for all the residents fortunate enough to attend opening night.

 


Lectures and presentations

Looking towards the stars

Lifelong Learning is a cornerstone of life at MonteCedro. We organize several lectures or classes a month, to provide residents with opportunities to explore a variety of topics. Dr. Sander Weinreb, from Cal Tech, delivered a lecture to the community entitled, “New Era Astronomy.” The captivating talk prompted an extended period of questions and conversation. After the event, Dr. Weinreb enjoyed lunch with several residents, continuing the discussion inspired by his lecture.


Lectures and presentations

Renowned therapy dog visit

“Beacon” is a renowned therapy dog that works with the US Gymnastics team. Beacon and his Mom/handler Tracey visited MonteCedro to demonstrate the stress reduction that Beacon brings.

 

 


Performances

Jazz Happy Hour

Once a month we offer a Jazz Happy Hour. This past happy hour featured a resident, Carla and her jazz band. It was so popular, we had to move it from MonteCedro’s bar Station 8, to Marcell’s, our larger fine dining restaurant to accommodate the crowd. The band is wonderful and often invites other residents to come up and sing a song or two with them. It was a special time for everyone.


Performances

Karaoke anyone?

This fun evening invited residents to get up and sing a favorite tune. The full house in the Auditorium cheered on everyone who shared their love of music at our Karaoke evening.


Performances

Classical Piano

Professor Carlos Gardels joined us for a Classical Piano Concert and Lecture. He presented beautiful works by Scarlatti, Bach, Scriabin, Debussy, and Chopin. Prof. Gardels also performed his own original music and discussed the process of composition. He performs internationally, and we are fortunate to have enjoyed a preview of his upcoming 2026 tour.

 


Performances

The Tap Chicks

Pam Kay and The Tap Chicks are a popular senior dance group who perform throughout the LA area. Their energy and spirit captivated the full house.

 

 


Activities

The joy of goats

Hello Critter Goat Yoga visited MonteCedro, bringing two baby goats to leap, jump, weave, and snuggle among the yoga participants. A few brave residents let the goats join them in downward facing dog pose and even jump on their back during a plank. The joy these four-legged friends bring to the class is seen on every face.


Outings

Laguna Beach

Summer is made for light sea breezes and walks by the water. Recently, residents enjoyed a trip to Laguna Beach to visit the sand, shops, and wonderful restaurants of the area. We were blessed with beautiful weather and bright blue skies.


Outings

Getty Villa

Residents visited The Getty Villa Museum. This remarkable destination houses Greek and Roman antiquities in a re-created Roman country home. On display are 4,000 years of ancient art, from the Stone Age to the final days of the Roman Empire. The Villa recently re-opened after surviving the Palisades Fire earlier this year. Following a visit to the collection, residents enjoyed lunch at The Villa.


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