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June 2019
Chocolate & Champagne at Forest Hill
Enjoy champagne, wine, sweets and a whole new view of how rich life can be. What a delightful way to sample life at Forest Hill! Join us for a special culinary event, with champagne, wine, wonderful chocolates and other delectable desserts made by our own chef. You’ll share the company of residents and staff at this exclusive tasting. While you’re here, you can tour Forest Hill and learn more about the options, including our rental option, and all the amenities…
Find out more »Retired United Airlines Pilot Phyllis Cleveland Event
Presentation will Recount 9/11 From the Cockpit of the 747 She Was Piloting During the Attack Forest Hill's monthly speaker series this month will feature accomplished and retired pilot Phyllis Cleveland who will speak on Wednesday, June 26 at 3:30 pm. Cleveland began flying in 1969. During her presentation she will share stories of her lifelong experience in the aviation industry, including piloting a flight from Japan to the U.S. during the 9/11 attack. Cleveland began working for United Airlines…
Find out more »July 2019
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue Adoption Event
Peace of Mind Dog Rescue (POMDR) is holding an adoption event Wednesday, July 17th from 2:30-5:30pm at Forest Hill in Pacific Grove. This adoption event is open to the public and provides a great opportunity for people to come and meet some of the gorgeous dogs who are looking for new loving homes. POMDR also welcomes anyone interested in volunteering or fostering dogs to drop in and talk to current volunteers about how they might be able to help.
Find out more »August 2019
Tapas & Tunes
Jazz, tapas and newfound friends. That's the soundtrack of a beautiful life. It's our summer social, and it's all about having fun! Join us for an evening of summer breezes, jazz music and chef-prepared tapas, as you take in the spectacular surroundings of Forest Hill. While you're here, you can meet the people who call this amazing place home – and picture yourself living life to a whole new beat. To reserve a space at this free event or to…
Find out more »Kurt Schake Event
Executive Director of the Veterans Transition Center Will Speak About Veteran Homelessness on the Monterey Peninsula Join us for the next guest speaker at Forest Hill in Pacific Grove. Kurt Schake, Executive Director of the Veterans Transition Center of Monterey County will speak on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 3:30 pm. The topic is Homeless Veterans – Shame and Solutions. The event is free and open to the public. Kurt Schake is a retired Air Force Colonel. He served 25…
Find out more »September 2019
Garden on the Hill Party
Friends, fresh air and California sunshine. It must be a party! You're invited to our Garden on the Hill Party, a fabulous garden party on the grounds of a beautiful setting where the blooms are abundant. Enjoy live music, delectable hors d'oeuvres made by our chef and the company of new friends. While you're here, you can meet our new activities director, who'll give you a rundown of all the fun things planned at Forest Hill. This is the perfect…
Find out more »December 2019
“Glad Christmas Comes – a Garland of Victorian Christmas Dramatic Readings”
Howard Burnham presents "Glad Christmas Comes - a Garland of Victorian Christmas Dramatic Readings," which includes Dickens' "The Tale of the Goblins who stole a Sexton." Refreshments will be served. Howard Burnham loves both history and theater. He was educated in modern history at the University of Durham in England. He also acted in theater there. In 1973, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in London. In 1998, he and his wife moved to South…
Find out more »The Origins of Christmas Traditions
Pat McAnaney will discuss the origins of Christmas traditions and the inspirations for many Christmas carols such as Silent Night, White Christmas, The Carol of the Bells, and others. Attendees will learn about the first Christmas tree in America, the Christmas armistice of WWI, and other stories with a holiday theme. Pat McAnaney is a popular speaker, author and teacher, having lectured and taught across the United States and Europe. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, however considers…
Find out more »Holiday Open House
The Monterey Peninsula community is invited to join Forest Hill residents and staff for a Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 14 from 2:00pm-4:00pm. Festive beverages and small bites prepared by Forest Hill’s Chef Guido Baiocchi will be served while guests enjoy holiday decorations and live music from local Christmas Carolers.
Find out more »January 2020
Crab Fest Luncheon
Forest Hill Retirement Community invites you to learn more about our Full-Service Retirement Community! Please join us for a complimentary seasonal Crab Fest luncheon at 1:00 pm. on Thursday, January 23rd! Our menu includes fresh cracked Dungeness Crab, Penne Pasta in a Pesto Cream Sauce, Caesar Salad, Fresh Sourdough Bread and Chocolate Mousse. This event will be held in our Grand Dining Room, in our Historic Forest Hill Manor, which was originally a 1920’s-era luxury hotel. We are accepting the…
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