April 2026 Updates

Mondays: The Save Democracy Action Group has begun a new round of postcard writing -- take part at 10:15 am each Monday in the Napier Common Room at Pilgrim Place. This campaign includes cards to voters nationwide. Newcomers are very welcome!

Each Wednesday: Permanent Ceasefire Vigil - corner of Foothill and Indian Hill, 4 pm.

Every Friday: Peace Vigil - corner of Arrow Highway and Indian Hill - 3:30 to 4:30 pm, and at Pilgrim Place in the Octagonal Garden from 4 - 4:30 pm.

Wednesday, April 8, 10:30 am, Decker: Current Affairs Forum. Presentation by Third Act, a national organization of seniors over the age of 60 focused on protecting democracy and the environment.

Saturday, April 11: 10 am to 3 pm, San Gabriel Mission: Native Market, featuring and benefitting local members the Tongva people, along with other small businesses and native vendors. Additional details are available here.

Monday, April 20: 3 - 4:30 pm, Greenhouse Garden: Open House, welcoming all to this renewing space within our Pilgrim Place campus, with earth-friendly music from DJ MOR Love & Joy (Margo O-R).

Monday, April 20: 7 pm, Decker: Earth Week Presentation, Part 1. "The Past: Previous Sustainability Efforts at Pilgrim Place."

Tuesday, April 21: 3 - 4 pm, Decker Patio: The Fruit of Our Trees. Tasting, tour, and tales from our Pilgrim Place fruit pickers and sellers.

Tuesday, April 21: 7 pm, Decker: Earth Week Presentation, Part 2. "The Present: Sustainability Planning in Progress at Pilgrim Place."

Wednesday, April 22: 9 - 10:30 am, Dean's Garden: Show and Tell, featuring our staff gardener-in-chief, Shelly A., and residents Alan D. and Stan M.

Wednesday, April 22: 7 pm, Decker: Earth Week Presentation, Part 3. "The Future: Where We Might Go ... Learning from Rose Villa."

Thursday, April 20: 7 pm, Decker: Gathering -- "Spirits of Beauty in Nature: Personal Reflections" from residents Gwyn K. and Margo O-R.