Meeting Spaces
Marwick Place
The campus center of activity is called Marwick Place in honor of James Marwick, the motivating force behind our founding in 1924. Bordering the large assembly hall are two additional rooms that can be set up for smaller meetings. Quality catering services are available with extensive menu options to facilitate food service if desired. Max occupancy 150. For bookings please contact Edgar Curiel, Business Manager, at (626) 796-6135 ext. 111 or businessoffice@mvgh.org. Download our Catering Menu for more information. For more general information about our events and rental costs, please download: Rental & General Information.
Falkenberg lifelong learning center
Located just off Marwick Place, The Falkenberg Lifelong Learning Center (FLLC) is suitable for business meetings, MVGH club meetings, and for many other groups. This space also has hybrid meeting capabilities. For reservations, please contact Edgar Curiel, Office Manager, at (626) 796-6135, ext. 111 or at businessoffice@mvgh.org.
The Conference Room
The Conference Room is styled for business settings. Internet friendly. Designed for PowerPoint presentations and phone conferences. Max occupancy 12. For reservations for space please contact Edgar Curiel, Office Manager, at (626) 796-6135, ext. 111 or at businessoffice@mvgh.org.
Area Attractions
Local Airports
Hollywood Burbank Airport (Burbank, BUR)
Distance from Pasadena to Hollywood Burbank Airport is approximately 13 milesLos Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Distance from Pasadena to LAX is approximately 21 milesLong Beach Airport (LGB)
Distance from Pasadena to Long Beach is approximately 23 milesOntario Airport (ONT)
Distance from Pasadena to Ontario is approximately 32 milesJohn Wayne Airport (in Orange County, SNA)
Distance from Pasadena to John Wayne is approximately 36 miles
Other Local Attractions
Getty Museum
Dodger Stadium
Santa Anite Race Track
Los Angeles Zoo
Griffith Observatory/Griffith Park
Staples Center/LA Live
Santa Monica Pier/Beach
Beverly Hills/Rodeo Drive
Hollywood Sign
Stars Walk of Frame
Universal Studios Hollywood/City Walk
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Orpheum Theatre
Hollywood Bowl
The Grove Store
Support our MVGH artists by picking up one of their original creations!
THE GROVE STORE LOCATIONs
Clothing/Shoes & Odd n’ Ends Store - Located in C57
Readers Paradise Bookstore - Located in A36
Furniture Gallery - Located through A36
Park on San Pasqual and walk in through Driveway C
As a Senior Community we will be following the Los Angeles County COVID Protocols:
Masks must be worn
THE GROVE STORE HOURS
2024 Grove Store, Reader’s Paradise and Furniture Gallery Schedule
Saturday, January 6: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, January 17: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, February 3: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, February 21: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, March 2: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, March 20: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 6: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, April 17: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 4: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, May 15: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 1: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Saturday, July 6: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Saturday, August 3: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Saturday, September 7: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, September 18: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, October 5: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, October 16: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, November 2: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, November 20: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, December 7: 9 a.m. to 12 noon
Wednesday, December 18: 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
* If none of these times are convenient for you and you would like to see the bookstore please contact Huw Christopher at (850) 209-6931
WHAT WE HAVE
The Store at C57 has quality heirloom items including silver, crystal, china, small appliances, linens, as well as seasonal and specialty items. Excellent women’s clothing and shoes are neatly displayed and ready to wear. We are also offering plants!
Reader’s Paradise has hundreds of books including religion, fiction, poetry, biography, history, politics, mysteries, children’s, and beautiful coffee table books. CDs, DVDs, and vinyl records are also available.
The Furniture Gallery has a variety of quality furniture items. Please see the furniture pictures outside C57 on every sale time.
If you would like to donate items to The Grove Store, call Bev Grant at 626-577-2959 to arrange a convenient delivery time or, for smaller donations, there is a drop off bin located on the east side of C57.
If you would like to donate items to Reader’s Paradise please call Huw Christopher at (850) 209-6931 or visit the store in A36 while it’s open, or leave books in the bin at the back door of A36.
Volunteer
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