Members and nonmembers of the Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E. Holly Street, are invited to free events and activities for anyone 50 and older. The center is a vital community resource where older adults can age in place while thriving in motion. Residency in Pasadena is not required to attend events and activities.
Registration for Zoom activities and most onsite events is required by visiting www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and clicking on Activities & Events, Lectures & Classes, or Resources. Everyone who registers for Zoom events will receive an email link for joining each activity online.
Summer Concert Series Finale – Sept. 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. onsite at the Pasadena Senior Center. Celebrate Labor Day with music of the 1930s & 1940s with the 14-piece Great American Swing Band, playing danceable favorites from the Big Band era. Hosted in our air-conditioned Pavilion. Reservations are suggested. Go to www.PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
Guided Tours of Pasadena Senior Center – Mondays, Sept. 1, 8, 16, 22, and 29, at noon and Thursdays, Sept. 4, 11, 18, and 25, 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.
Eat Smart, Live Strong – Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, presented by CalFresh. In this workshop learn about balanced eating patterns, view a food demonstration and participate in a brief chair-exercise segment. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Workshops under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Acknowledging Loss Discussion Support Group and Program Series: 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 [email protected].
Legal Consultations – Thursday, Sept. 4, 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.
Late-Life Transitions – Thursday, Sept. 4, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Los Angeles Department of Mental Health. As we age, we all face key social, physical, and psychological changes. This presentation identifies late-life transitions which can affect the way we function and offers tips on maintaining a positive self-view, feeling good about our past, and making the most of life in the face of these changes. A Spanish Language version of this lecture will take place via Zoom on September 11 at 10 a.m. Registration is required for either online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
Movie Matinees – Fridays, Sept. 5, 12, 19, and 26, at 1 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Each PSC member who registers may bring one nonmember guest.
- Sept. 5: “Great Expectations” (1946, NR) starring John Mills and Valerie Hoobson. A film adaptation of the Dickens novel.
- Sept. 12: “My Dog Skip” (2000, PG) starring Frankie Muniz and Diane Lane. A boy and his dog go on adventures and form friendships.
- Sept. 19: “A Song for Martin" (2002, PG-13) starring Sven Wollter and Viveka Seldahl. In midlife, two music-loving soulmates enter an extramarital romantic entanglement.
- Sept. 26: “An Inconvenient Truth” (2006, PG) starring Al Gore and Billy West. A documentary about Al Gore’s campaigns to raise public awareness of Global Warming.
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.
Monthly Food Bank Distribution — Friday, Sept. 5, 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. Each box includes foods that meet specific nutritional needs, such as cheese, canned fruits and vegetables, dry milk and related dairy products, cereals and other grain products, and more. Proof of income and California ID are required for first-time recipients. Boxes are heavy, so bring a pull-behind personal cart to the parking lot between the Pasadena Senior Center and the Metro Gold Line station. Opening boxes on the premises is prohibited. Preregistration for the program is required. For more information, visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Resources, then Food Distribution Programs or call (626) 685-6732.
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy – Tuesday, Sept. 9, from 9 a.m. to Noon. The Center for Health Care Rights provides free Medicare and Medi-Cal counseling and advocacy services. Appointments are required and can be made by visiting the Welcome Desk.
Demystifying Brain Fog – Thursday, Sept. 11, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. Join us as we dig into a synopsis of the underlying causes of brain fog as we age. We will then dive into both controllable and uncontrollable ways to mitigate it. Let’s “put our heads together” and learn how to make the most of our attention and our lives! Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
From Isolation to Connection: Nurturing Meaningful Relationships – Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, Presented in partnership with Foundation for Senior Services. Loneliness can have profound emotional and physical effects. This session explores ways to build and nurture authentic relationships that create a sense of belonging and support. We present this as part of the Acknowledging Loss Discussion Support Group and Program Series: Healing Begins When We Honor What is Gone. To register for this lecture, visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Workshops under the Lectures & Classes menu.
Ten Warning Signs of Dementia – Thursday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Geriatric Specialist Dr. Theresa Wong. This presentation is designed to help you recognize early symptoms and understand how they differ from normal aging. We will provide practical information on when to seek medical evaluation and why early detection matters. Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or concerned about your own memory changes, this talk offers valuable insight into cognitive health. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
Health Fair and Fresh Produce Distribution – Friday, Sept. 19, 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.
AgeWell Roundtable – Friday, Sept. 19, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. What’s On Your Mind? Let’s Talk About It! This will be a supportive and confidential setting where participants are seen, heard, and understood. Roundtables provide an environment to listen to learn from one another, share experiences and insights, where all viewpoints, fears and feelings are valued by the group. Based on participant needs and requests, specialists will address specific topics of interest in the on-going roundtable sessions. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org to register.
MUSE/IQUE Offstage Encounters – Monday, Sept. 22, at 3:30 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. MUSE/IQUE Offstage Encounters is an informal hour featuring guest artists from MUSE/IQUE’s 2025 concert season Make Some Noise: Music and Stories of American Defiance and Hope. Don’t miss this special opportunity to get to know some very talented people. Reservations are suggested. Visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
Solo Aging Part 2 – Thursday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. via Zoom, Presented by Foundation for Senior Services. Back by popular demand, we will continue the topic from July looking into the challenges of again solo. Come with your questions, as well as open ears to learn from one another, as we seek inspiration on how to thrive in this unique season of life. Registration is required for this online event. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
Mediation and Dispute Resolution – Thursday, Sept. 25, 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
AgeWell Day – Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center. Enjoy a day of lectures, workshops, fitness classes, fun and inspiration to promote healthy aging. The day will kick off with a keynote presentation by our own Executive Director, Akila Gibbs: “Getting Better With Age – 65 Years of PSC at the Forefront of Healthy Aging.” A complimentary continental breakfast will be included. Reservations are requested. Visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu
Take the Sustaining Athlete Fitness Exam – Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. onsite at Pasadena Senior Center, Presented by California State University Northridge (CSUN). The Sustaining Athlete Fitness Exam (SAFE) assesses athlete fitness in four areas: cardiovascular, muscular, flexibility, and balance, and leaves you with tips and ideas to increase your fitness. Sign up for a free SAFE screening at PSC provided by graduate students and staff of the Physical Therapy department. Registration is required and space is limited. Visit PasadenaSeniorCenter.org and click on Special Events under the Activities & Events menu.
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.
About the Pasadena Senior Center:
For 65 years, Pasadena Senior Center’s mission has been 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.
