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Charmaine Nelson
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FREE APRIL EVENTS HOSTED BY PASADENA SENIOR CENTER
Members and nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly St., are invited to free events and activities for anyone 50 and older throughout April. Residency in Pasadena is not required to attend.
Registration for Zoom activities and most onsite events is required. Registration links can be found at www.PasadenaSeniorCenter.org. Everyone who registers for Zoom events will receive an email link for joining each activity online.
Guided Tours of Pasadena Senior Center – Mondays, Apr. 6, 13, 20, and 27, at noon and Thursdays, Apr. 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, at 10 a.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Take a guided tour with a PSC ambassador and learn how the center can enhance your life. Peek in on various activities at the center, such as an art class, dance lessons, computer lab and dozens more, and learn everything else about this first- ever accredited senior center in California. To schedule a tour or for more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on About Us, then About the Facility or call (626) 795-4331.
Word Search Challenge! & Giveaway – Wednesday, Apr. 1 to Thursday, Apr. 30, onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, Sponsored by Social Services. Start the month with a fun, brain-boosting activity! Pick up your word search at the Welcome Desk, complete it, and return it by the deadline to be entered into our raffle. Questions? Contact Social Services at (626) 685-6733.
Legal Consultations – Thursday, Apr. 2, from 10 a.m. to noon onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Learn about wills and trusts, conservatorships, durable powers of attorney and estate planning. To schedule a required appointment, call (626) 795-4331.
The Importance of Estate Planning– Thursday, Apr. 2, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Joe Engle, Esq. Estate plans are essential in protecting your loved ones, preserving wealth, ensuring asset protection, avoiding the process of probate, and ensuring that your wishes are carried out. Registration is required for this online lecture. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Monthly Food Bank Distribution — Friday, Apr. 3 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the parking lot at Pasadena Senior Center. Low-income adults 60 and older receive one free box of food and couples receive two. Preregistration for the program with proof of income and California ID are required for first-time recipients; the Food Bank is currently not accepting new enrollments. Seniors not currently enrolled in the program will be put on a waiting list and informed of other available food sources. Opening boxes on the premises is prohibited. For more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Resources, then Food Distribution Programs or call (626) 685-6732.
Movie Matinees – Fridays, Apr. 3, 10, 17, and 24, at 1 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Each PSC member who registers may bring one nonmember guest. Apr. 3: “The Court Jester” (1956, NR) starring Danny Kaye and Glynis Johns. A comedy-musical about a former carnival performer and maid charged with protecting the heir to the throne from the tyrannical King. Apr. 10: “The Sea Inside” (2005, PG-13) starring Javier Bardem and Belen Rueda. The true story of a quadriplegic ship mechanic’s 30-year battle for the legal right to end his own life. Apr. 17: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream" (1935, NR) starring Victor Jory and Anita Louise. A classic screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s fantastical play in which royal wedding plans overlap with the mischievous antics of forest fairies. Apr. 24: “Whale Rider" (2003, PG-13) starring Keisha Castle-Hughes and Rawiri Paratene. After the death of her twin brother, a young Maori girl enlists the help of family members to convince her traditional grandfather of her right to succeed him as chief. To register for any or all these films or for more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Activities & Events, then Friday Movie Matinee or call (626) 795-4331.
Our Stories in Art: Diversity and Symbiosis Reception – Saturday, April 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, presented by Shanguo (Sam) Jia. Join us for the opening reception featuring a series of abstract paintings by internationally respected conceptual artist Shanguo (Sam) Jia inspired by stories of lives of our members. You’ll have an opportunity to view the exhibit as well as meet the artist and members who participated in the project. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested. To register, visit www.PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on “Special Events” under the “Activities & Events” menu.
The Art of Conscious Living – Thursday, Apr. 9, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Author Wayne Lehrer. Join us for an inspiring presentation by world-renowned yogi, author, and speaker Wayne Lehrer. He will share thoughtful guidance on approaching life’s “third act” with renewed purpose, vibrant health, and lasting happiness. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Post-Disaster Recovery: Rediscover Safety, Security, and Risk Awareness – Wednesday, Apr. 15, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. via Zoom, Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. After disaster, we crave safety and predictability. This session explores how to rebuild a sense of stability while becoming more aware of practical and emotional risk management strategies. Please note this class and discussion has a particular focus to those affected by the Eaton Wildfire. To create a safe and focused space for all participants, the session will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m., and we are unable to admit participants after the meeting has started. We appreciate your understanding. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Workshops under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Home Safety, Fall Prevention & Emergency Planning– Thursday, Apr. 16, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Vivid Life Home Care. Create a safer home environment for older adults, especially those living with cognitive impairment. This informative session will help caregivers identify common household hazards, reduce fall risks, and support safe mobility. The program will also address wandering—why it occurs, early warning signs, and practical prevention strategies—along with essential emergency preparedness tips, including evacuation planning, maintaining updated medication lists, and ways to minimize confusion during a crisis. Home safety, fall prevention, and wandering/emergency planning. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Health Fair and Fresh Produce Distribution – Friday, Apr. 17, from 9 to 11 a.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Kathy Eastwood from Huntington Hospital will be doing blood pressure and glucose testing. The Hear Center will be doing free hearing screenings. Insurance representatives will be on hand to show different Medicare Health Plans, and answer questions that you may have. Preassembled bags of fresh, nutritious vegetables will be distributed on the patio while supplies last, courtesy of Order of Malta Mobile Ministries. Everyone is encouraged to bring a bag or personal pull-behind cart to transport the produce home. Registration is not required. For more information call (626) 795-4331.
How to Spot the Scammer in Your Life – Tuesday, Apr. 21, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, Presented by Author Johnathan Walton. Con artists are everywhere - hiding in plain sight; costing people billions of dollars a year. Once a victim of a con artist himself, Johnathan Walton has investigated hundreds of cases and wrote a seminal book about these charismatic charlatans: Anatomy of a Con Artist: The 14 Red Flags to Spot Scammers, Grifters and Thieves. In his gripping, humorous and highly entertaining multimedia presentation, Johnathan Walton will give you practical tools you can use to protect yourself. Registration is recommended. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Nutrition Truths for Thriving After 60 – Thursday, Apr. 23, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by CNC Life Healing Nutrition. Discover how simple, effective diet and lifestyle changes can boost energy, support long-term health, and help you thrive throughout retirement and beyond. Learn practical tips to feel your best today while setting the foundation for a vibrant future. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Mediation and Dispute Resolution – Thursday, Apr. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Learn how to resolve conflicts with the help of a trained mediator, including property ownership, landlord/tenant disputes, workplace/employment issues, family disagreements and more. Presented by Loyola Center for Conflict Resolution. To make an appointment, call 626-795-4331.
Health, Wellness and Wholeness – Thursday, Apr. 30, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Los Angeles Department of Mental Health. Discover how staying emotionally and physically fit can keep you healthy and give you a positive attitude. Learn how to establish social networks and support that can benefit you, your friends, your family and the community in which you live. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Informational Lectures under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Acknowledging Loss After Disaster: Healing Begins when We Honor What is Gone — 1st Tuesday of the month at 3 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, 2nd Wednesday of the month at 12 p.m. via Zoom, Presented in Partnership with Foundation for Senior Services. Loss isn’t just about what’s missing—it’s about what mattered. In a culture that rushes to “move on,” we often bypass the most essential parts of true healing and personal growth—to actively engage in the full range of our emotions and begin to honor the experience of grief and loss. This is not about fixing or forgetting—it’s about integrating memories in a way that brings peace, meaning, and wholeness to our lives. Join these discussion groups to share experiences and receive support from others in a compassionate, safe, and confidential space as we work through the healing journey. For more information contact the Welcome Desk at (626) 795-4331. To contact Foundation for Senior Services call (855) 836–0807 or via email at
Bilingual Tech Help Program – Mondays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 2:30 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, with Bilingual Instructor Mariana Porras. Learn how to navigate social media platforms, send texts, check voice mails, set alarms, and more. Whether you need assistance with your smartphone, tablet, or computer, this is a valuable chance to get those questions about your device answered. Let us help you make the most of your devices and explore the possibilities of the digital world.
Help with Handheld Devices – Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Join us in our state-of-the-art Technology Lab on Saturdays where we will provide one-on-one assistance for those who need assistance with cell phones, iPads, and laptops. Get help with everyday technology questions in a friendly, supportive environment. No need to make a reservation. Just stop by!
Lunch Program – Ongoing weekdays at 11:30 a.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. If you are 60 or older, enjoy a hot lunch every Monday through Friday on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration begins at 11 a.m. A donation of $3 is suggested but not required. For more information, call (626) 685-6742.
Home Tea Program – Ongoing monthly. Anyone 50 and older can sign up to receive tea and an inspirational card once a month. To participate in this program, call (626) 685-6732.
Food Pantry – Ongoing weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Don’t let financial hardship, being homebound or other issues prevent you from eating healthy food. Pasadena Senior Center volunteers deliver food and other supplies to your door. To request delivery, call (626) 685-6732 and leave a message. Someone will return your call as soon as possible.
Pasadena Senior Center’s mission is to improve the lives of older adults through caring service with opportunities for social interaction, fitness programs, basic support and needs services, education, volunteerism and community activism. With 10,000 Americans per day becoming older adults, the center is a leader in addressing issues of aging and provides innovative, cutting-edge, nationally recognized programs for this population group.
As a donor-supported nonprofit, the center operates without any local, state or federal funding and provides more services to older adults than any other organization in the San Gabriel Valley. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. To learn more visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call 626-795-4331.