Monthly Archives: December 2018
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses President Believes City has Winning Float
Some laughed, others cried out of joy as Tournament of Roses judges came to South Pasadena early Monday morning to give their second and...
WISPPA Newsletter December 31, 2018
As 2018 closes and we look forward to a new year, I would like to take a moment to thank all of you for supporting WISPPA...
Rose Parade Float | South Pasadena Crunch Time Party & Fundraiser
It’s name told those on hand all they need to know why the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee hosts a year-end community get-together...
Rose Parade Float | South Pasadena Image Award Winners 2019
South Pasadena Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian called them “two really amazing members of the community,” citing the accomplishments of local author Sam Quinones and...
Rose Parade Float | South Pasadena’s Volunteer Builders
Jen Meyers, who received a special 70th birthday present, can check one more item off her bucket list.
Seeing the Rose Parade was something she...
AUDITIONS for SHREK JR
UPDATE! Second round of auditions January 5th. See link below for all audition info. This is a big show with lots of speaking parts!
South Pasadena,...
The Weekly Crime Summary December 18 through 24, 2018
An alert and well-informed citizen makes you less of a target to a criminal. Call the South Pasadena Police Department to report any suspicious...
Rose Bowl Game 2019 | Q&A Ohio State Linebacker Tuf Borland
Tuf Borland, with a relentless work ethic and seemingly unbreakable spirit after coming back from an Achilles injury before the 2018, some calling him...
Rose Bowl Game 2019 | Q&A with Washington Quarterback Jake Browning
Jake Browning will complete a memorable season on January 1, 2019 when he guides the University of Washington against Ohio State in the Rose...
Throwback Thursday | Unusual Moments in Rose Bowl History
During the Rose Bowl’s first few years, things did not go quite as planned or as hoped for the California player Roy Riegels.
Gloomy Gus...
Rexi | The Lovable Pup
Rexi (A468001) is a 4-year-old puppy who perks up as soon as you walk up to her kennel and will bounce up and down...
Special Christmas Tradition | A Nativity Scene Like No Other
A dream since her childhood has come true in a big way for Maria Felix, who isn’t kidding when she says, “I love Christmas.”
Over...
Citizens Bank Purchased | South Pasadenan Weekly Update
Resident Pete Kutzer has purchased the Citizen Business Bank building at the corner of Mission Street and Fair Oaks Boulevard in South Pasadena and,...
Happy Holidays From the South Pasadena Public Library
Library staff wish you a safe and happy holiday season!
We look forward to serving you in the new year!
HOLIDAY HOURS
December 24th: 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
December...
UPDATE | Suspect Arrested for the Attempted Robbery and Knife attack at Vana Watch...
An arrest has been made in the attempted robbery and knife attack on the store owner of Vana Watch and Jewelry in South Pasadena...
Senior Holiday Luncheon Garners Huge Turnout
An overflow crowd poured into the War Memorial Building recently for the South Pasadena Senior Center’s annual Holiday Luncheon.
The meal was provided by the...
Inaugural Address | Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian
A new chapter has begun in South Pasadena, and new Mayor Dr. Marina Khubesrian looks forward to being a part of it.
“This is a...
South Pasadena Public Library Children’s Winter Programs
Storytimes: The line-up includes Preschool Storytime for 3- to 5-year olds on Mondays from 10:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.; Toddler Storytime on Fridays for 1- to...
Weekly WISPPA Newsletter December 19, 2018
Next WISPPA meeting: JANUARY 12 at 9:30. (Come at 9:00 a.m. for conversation and refreshments) Be sure to join us on the 2nd Saturday of January for a conversation...
Former Rotary President Provides Presentation at December 18, 2018 Rotary Club
Dan spent several years in Germany including East Germany shortly after the fall of the wall. His informative presentation provided a picture of what...
Throwback Thursday | Edwin Cawston vs. Santa Claus: Who Received the Most Mail?
During the holiday season, Edwin Cawston boasted: “I receive more mail at my ostrich farm in South Pasadena than Santa Claus at the North...
Calculus For A Cause | South Pasadena High School Students Raise Money For Paradise
It’s a win-win for students and those seeking a helping hand.
No one can argue with that concept.
Now in its 10th year, individuals looking to...
Getting Close to Crunch Time | South Pasadena TOR Float 2019
Janet Benjamin laughed at the thought, before saying to those in the crowd, “This is one of the first years in which I can...
Young Stars Theatre Presents Agatha Christie Mystery
South Pasadena, CA: Agatha Christie’s best-selling novel (in fact, the best-selling mystery novel of all time) And Then There Were None takes the stage...
James Jontz | A Man on the Move
Multi-faceted, often working day and night, it’s a wonder James Jontz gets any sleep.
“Sometimes I don’t get very much,” admitted the man on the...
Weekly Crime Summary | December 11 through December 17, 2018
AUTO BURGLARY
12-11-18, 8:29 AM to 8:33 AM, 500 block of Mission. ’08 Kia Sedona. Suspect(s)
smash victim’s window to gain entry into vehicle and take...
SPUSD SNAPSHOT | Students Travel on Virtual Field Trips
Over the past few weeks, students at Arroyo Vista and Monterey Hills Elementary schools have ‘traveled’ to famous U.S. landmarks, the coral reefs of...
New Mayor to Give Inaugural Address, Host Reception
Newly elected Mayor Marina Khubesrian will deliver an inaugural address at the City Council meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 19, followed by a community reception...
South Pasadena Women Receive Lofty Awards
They’re smart, driven, well-educated and at the top of their game in the business world.
State Senator Anthony Portantino used those words to celebrate exceptional...