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GREAT SHORT STORIES IS THEME OF THE NEXT MASTERS SERIES
HOSTED BY PASADENA SENIOR CENTER OCTOBER 11 TO NOVEMBER 1

The theme for the next term of The Masters Series presented by the Pasadena Senior Center will be Great Short Stories Tuesdays, Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1, from 2 to 4 p.m. via Zoom

The four-week series, which embraces lifelong learning, will feature short stories brought to life with dramatic readings by professional actors. Each reading will be followed by an in-depth exploration of the short story’s origin, themes, characters and impact. It is not necessary for participants to read the stories in advance.

Beverly Olevin, director, playwright, teacher and award-winning novelist, will present the weekly, interactive classes:

Oct. 11 – Science fiction and its real-life impact on the future

Oct 18 – Modern stories by women authors

Oct. 25 – Action and adversaries

Nov. 1 – Moral dilemmas

The cost for the four-week course is only $50 for members of the Pasadena Senior Center and $60 for nonmembers. To register or for more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Lectures & Classes, then Masters Series Lifelong Learning or call 626-795-4331. Everyone who registers will receive an email link for joining the classes online.

In addition to online classes, onsite events and other activities, members and nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center are encouraged to visit the website regularly for highlights of a quarterly magazine, free food delivery for older adults in need, COVID updates specifically for older adults and more. 

The center is an independent, donor-supported nonprofit organization that has served older adults for more than 60 years. During the pandemic, doors are open Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for social services as well as the library, Sy Graff Fitness Center, computer lab and limited occupancy for events. Rooms are sanitized after each use.

In accordance with Pasadena Public Health Department guidelines, proof of COVID vaccination is required for everyone who uses the fitness center or attends onsite activities indoors. Masks are optional.