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Monthly Archives: November 2018
Throwback Thursday | Walter Raymond Gentleman of the Old School
Walter Raymond managed a successful travel agency in Boston, then turned California hotel man. His two hotels on a hill in South Pasadena were...
Student Athlete Profile | Samuel Luna-Long
The junior is a two-sport athlete who plays both football and baseball. On the gridiron he plays receiver but was asked to step in...
Measure N Crushed | A Message from the City Manager
Nearly 8 out of 10 voters chose to retain the level of services that the Utility Users Tax provides. That is an overwhelming show...
More Than $380,00 In Funds Raised | Pasadena Ronald McDonald House Exceeds Fundraising Goals
Over 360 of Pasadena’s finest gathered to honor Tim Estes of Fiesta Parade Floats at the 14th Annual Shine Gala, hosted by and benefiting...
Running Through the Streets | Tiger Run December 1, 2018
Hundreds are expected to take part in the 21st annual South Pasadena Tiger Run 5K/10K Run/Walk on Saturday, December 1.
The 5K/10K Run/Walk starts at...
Decisive Victory | Council Member Michael Cacciotti Dominates in the Polls
A challenger whose message didn’t seem to resonate with voters was unable to dethrone an incumbent long on experience and known as an effective...
Weekly WISPPA Newsletter November 11, 2018
There is no meeting in December. Stay tuned for information regarding our January meeting.
INFORMATION OF INTEREST: Please note that all events listed in this newsletter are...
Racially Charged Flyers at SPHS | Search for Suspect Continues
South Pasadena Police are actively investigating criminal activity that took place at South Pasadena High School on October 30, 2018. At 10:30 p.m., a...
The Laramie Project at SPHS | Say It Right
“I will speak to you, I will trust you people that if you write a play of this, that you say it right, you...
Assemblymember Chris Holden’s Statement on the 2018 Election
"I want to thank the voters of the Foothill communities for re-electing me to represent them in Sacramento. I look forward to working with...
SNAPSHOT | SPUSD Multicultural Faire
On Friday, November 2, 2018, South Pasadena Middle School held the first-ever Multicultural Faire for middle school students. The Upstanders Club and Associated Student...
Down to the Wire | A Very Close School Board Election
A major contributor to South Pasadena’s school over the years was the top vote-getter in Tuesday night’s Board of Education election.
Dr. Ruby Kalra, who...
Save the Doggos | A Punk Rock Benefit For Animals
Save The Doggos is a night of punk rock November 16th in Pasadena, CA to benefit dogs (and cats, and donkeys, and chickens... and...
Challenge to City’s UUT Fails | Voters Respond with Resounding Results For South Pasadena
City Council members avoided making deep cuts to its municipal budget as South Pasadena residents voted No on N in Tuesday night’s election, making...
MAIL THEFT | Neighborhood Watch Newsletter November 7, 2018
Mail Theft
Recently, we have seen a rise in mail thefts, especially in the Monterey Hills area where
mailboxes are at the curb. This makes it...
Tiger Today | FUNdraiser at Canoe House TONIGHT
DON'T MISS THE DINE OUT FUNDRAISER AT CANOE HOUSE THIS WEDNESDAY, 11/7
Mention "PTSA" and 25% of your bill goes to the SPHS PTSA! Includes...
Yellow Moving Van | A Reading by Ron Koertge
Ron Koertge, South Pasadena’s first Poet Laureate, reads from Yellow Moving Van, a new collection of poems. Tuesday, November 13 at Vroman’s Book Store...
Weekly Crime Summary October 30 through November 5, 2018
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other
activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert...
Judy Bernal | A Professional with a Passion
Judy Bernal has a passion for houses, a passion for architecture and she loves people. “Put that together and you have a career in...
ALERT | Emergency at Polling Place El Centro Location During Voting
South Pasadena emergency vehicles are seen arriving at approximately 6:15pm responding to what appeared to be a person in distress. The line to vote...
ELECTIONS | South Pasadena Voters Turn Out in Record Numbers Today
Today's midterm elections have garnered staggering numbers for our small town, with people of all ages flooding the polls. With many diverse sentiments about...
Council to Consider Finance Department Restructuring
The City Council on Nov. 7 will consider a plan that would reorganize the Finance Department to increase efficiencies and improve service to business...
Addressing Homelessness | City Council Wednesday Night
South Pasadena City Council members will be asked Wednesday night to adopt a resolution affirming the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) guiding...
Commercial in Garfield Park | Filming in South Pasadena
Below are some of the recent productions filmed in South Pasadena:
10/26 – Web Video BuzzFeed “Home for Holidays” 200 block Los Laureles.
10/27...
Pet of the Week | Chester the Cat
Are you looking for a loving, attentive cat? Look no further than Chester (A467514). This 3-year-old loves to have company and will greet you...
Unauthorized Racially Charged Flyers Removed from SPHS Campus
South Pasadena High’s campus was “peppered with flyers,” as described by the school’s principal, Janet Anderson, in a memo to parents this week, referring...
VALLEY OF THE HEART Set To Open at Mark Taper Forum
Currently in previews, Center Theatre Group’s production of “Valley of the Heart” will open on November 7 at 8 p.m. at the Mark Taper...
New SPARC Gallery Opens at South Pasadena City Hall
Join Us Next Saturday
November 10, 2018, 6- 8pm for the Opening of Three New Exhibitions, at our New SPARC Gallery South Pasadena City Hall and...
