We offer a monthly calendar of social and recreational activities.
Some of the activities offered at The Oaks of Pasadena include:
- Monthly Resident Meetings
- Walking Group
- Bridge, Poker, Bingo, Scrabble
- Yoga
- Needle Arts
- Shopping Excursions
- Field Trips (e.g., museums, botanical gardens)
- Technology Workshops
- Garden Committee
- Food Committee
- Welcoming Committee
- Weekend Movie Matinees
- Chair Tai Chi Classes
- Tone and Balance Exercise Classes
- Art & Music Appreciation Classes
- Water Aerobics
- Lunch Outings
- Live Music Nights
- Educational Speakers
Residents are welcome to use the heated swimming pool and jacuzzi year round, as well as enjoy a stroll on the grounds, which includes landscaped gardens and an arboretum.
Video Clip: The Wedding
On June 4, 2024, The Oaks of Pasadena hosted a heartwarming and delightful event that invited residents to relive their most cherished memories: their wedding days! Organized by our residents, this event brought together couples and individuals to celebrate love, commitment, and nostalgia with an unforgettable gathering.
In preparation, residents were encouraged to participate in a “Top Secret” photo submission, contributing an original wedding photograph. This unique collection of memories became a guessing game centerpiece, as attendees tried to match each photograph with our present-day individuals and couples.
For an added personal touch, any resident with a wedding dress was invited to display it, showcasing bridal fashions from across the decades. This nostalgic display evoked memories and joy as each gown became a symbol of individual love stories and eras gone by.
The event’s highlight was a shared storytelling segment, where residents were invited to recount memories from their first weddings, including both funny and sentimental moments. Tales of wardrobe malfunctions, emotional vows, and unforgettable receptions added laughter and sentiment to the occasion, creating a tapestry of stories that honored the beauty and humor of love.
With the scene set for celebration, The Oaks provided all the essentials for a classic wedding ceremony and reception, including a “Bride and Groom,” hors d’oeuvres, champagne, and a beautiful wedding cake. Our chefs outdid themselves, working from the menu suggestions submitted by the Wedding Committee. The event brought smiles, laughter, and a wonderful sense of community as the residents at The Oaks of Pasadena took a joyful trip down memory lane.
This unforgettable gathering was more than just an event; it was a celebration of love’s enduring journey, a reminder of how love grows and evolves over time, and an opportunity for everyone to relive the magic of their own “I do’s.”
Many thanks to everyone who made this such a special occasion, including Robin S. (photographer) and especially our Wedding Committee: Deborah L., Darlene M., Joyce R., Louisa S., Graetchn T., and Jan W.
#oaksofpasadena #wedding #theknot #bride #brides #groom #weddingday #weddinginspiration