Monthly Archives: May 2018

Cookies & Volunteers Needed for “Operation Cookie”

Cookies are needed for hospitalized, homeless and special needs veterans as part of the annual “Operation Cookie” project to be held on Wednesday, May 23rd at the Woman’s...

Senior Center May 14 – May 18

The following will be offered the week of May 14 to May 18: Monday, May 14: 1:30 p.m. – Foreign film day showing “Departures” a...

Dangerous Weapon Charge

A 25-year-old man from Los Angeles was arrested Tuesday afternoon for possessing brass knuckles, considered a dangerous weapon, after he exited Orchard Supply Hardware...

Vehicle Part Thefts

It’s not only what’s inside a car that thieves want but also what can be taken from the outside, explained Richard Lee, the crime...

Stolen Cars on the Rise

Despite the modern anti-vehicle theft devices incorporated into todays cars, South Pasadena Police Department officials say there has been a rise in vehicle thefts...

SPARC Night @ The Blue Guitar with Jaz Sawyer

Join South Pasadena Arts Council for a special night of music at the Blue Guitar located at Arroyo Seco Golf Course on Thursday May...

Rep. Chu Congratulates Local NEA Grant Winners

On Wednesday, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced its second major round of grant funding for the fiscal year 2018. The grants,...

Reps. Chu and Walorski Introduce Bill to Expand Access to Opioid Alternatives

Today, Reps. Judy Chu (CA-27) and Jackie Walorski (IN-02) introduced H.R. 5722, the Dr. Todd Graham Pain Management Improvement Act. The bill, named for...

Auto Burglaries Increase

South Pasadena Police Department officials report a sudden rise in auto burglaries and are asking for the public’s support in reporting any suspicious activity...

Weekly WISPPA Newsletter | Week of May 9, 2018

Next WISPPA Meeting: Saturday, June 2 Be sure to join us for our social half hour from 8:30 to 9AM. ​   Last WISPPA Meeting: "South Pasadena's Hispanic Heritage and Its...

National Teacher Appreciation Day

They cheer for their students, share in their joy, provide a spark and create something special day everyday. They show a unique dedication that never...

Throwback Thursday | The Fight

This week’s feature concludes our look back at our city’s unique 125-year history at the “crossroads” of a myriad of competing public transportation and...

PTA Council Honorary Service Awards Luncheon

South Pasadena Parent Teacher Association Council invited volunteers and school board members to a lovely luncheon held at the district building on Wednesday May...

Rose Parade Float Announced | South Pasadena’s Design for 2019

Singer Bob Marley will be reminding millions around the world on January 1, 2019 to not “worry about a thing, cause every little thing...

Weekly Crime Summary May 2 – 8, 2018

AUTO BURGLARY 5-4-18, 10 p.m. to 5-5-18, 8 a.m., 600 block of Fremont. Audi Q5. Suspect(s) smashes the window of victim’s vehicle and...

Golf and Support Float

The South Pasadena Tournament of Roses has begun registering golfers for its annual golf tournament, slated for Saturday, June 2, at Arroyo Golf Course...

Rep. Chu Statement on Trump Decision to End TPS For 60,000 Hondurans

Washington, DC — On Friday, the Trump Administration announced they would be ending temporary protected status for Hondurans who were displaced by a hurricane...

David Henry Hwang Gives First Look at Soft Power

Center Theatre Group recently invited donors, board members and press to a luncheon and talkback with David Henry Hwang in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion...

Indian Textile Sale in Support of The Anju Project

South Pasadena High School freshman, Raia Doshi, is hosting a sale of handcrafted Indian textiles on Saturday May 12 from 2pm-5pm to support The...

Travis Barker’s Musink Festival Brings Music, Tattoos, and Rad Custom Cars to the L.A....

ARTICLE BY: Abbey Hogge Travis Barker did it again during the 11th annual Musink Festival at the Orange County Fairgrounds with performances by Good Charlotte,...

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Caps 50th Anniversary Season With Guest Conductor Sameer Patel

Saturday, May 19, 2018, 8 pm, Glendale’s Alex Theatre Sunday, May 20, 2018, 7 pm, Royce Hall Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s (LACO) 50th Anniversary season concludes...

Rep. Chu Recognizes Muslim Contributions to America in New Resolution

Washington, DC — Yesterday, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) introduced H.Res. 869 to recognize the history and contributions of American Muslims to our country. The resolution, introduced days...

Adventure Arrives at Schools for Story Time

Young kids clad in colorful pajamas had an opportunity to giggle with friends as they watched their teachers perform on stage during a pair...

TeaMorrow Tea House Opens

Tea and more are available at TeaMorrow, which celebrated its official grand opening Friday in the 1000 block of Misson Street, occupying the former...

SPHS Parent Concerned She Couldn’t Make Title IX Complaint at SPHS

Continue to read below the letter for the South Pasadena School Districts Response, and the exclusive Q&A interview we were granted from SPUSD Superintendent...

Pasadena Showcase House of Design – Final Two Weeks

Update: Final two weeks to see "The Overlook". Pasadena Showcase House is a big supporter of SPEF, SPHS Dance and many other local organizations. This...

Groundbreaking “Native Son” at Antaeus

Antaeus Theatre Company continues its captivating season with the premiere of  a visceral, groundbreaking stage adaption of Richard Wright’s racially charged novel, Native Son....

BREAKING NEWS: HOUSE FIRE | Highland Park off Figueroa

LAFD RESPONDS TO HOUSE FIRE IN HIGHLAND PARK IN FORCE WITH 14 TRUCKS & RESCUE AT 8:34PM SATURDAY 5/5/2018 2-STORY RESIDENCE WITH BACK HOUSE 6101 SPRINGVALE...

SPHS Track & Field Excels in League Finals

After an unprecedented 7th undefeated dual meet season, CB Richards's Tiger track team capped their season with a convincing performance at the Rio Hondo...

Chalk Day for South Pasadena High School Seniors

Friday May 4, 2018 was "Chalk Day" at South Pasadena High School. It's a long held tradition wherein the Senior classmen convene on the...
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