Yearly Archives: 2018
Veteran’s Day | Salute to Veterans at Senior Center
Keeping this nation "The Land of the Free and Home of the Brave" was the theme of a special Veterans Day celebration at the...
SPUSD Snapshot | Social-Emotional Learning and ‘Angst’
Several times throughout the school year, SPUSD teachers and staff participate in professional development days. On Monday, November 5, 2018, middle and high school...
South Pasadena Public Library | Holiday Book Sale Nears
Looking for a bargain on books?
The Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library will hold its annual Holiday Book Sale on the weekend of...
City Seeks Public Input in Search for New Police Chief
The City will host two community workshops and has launched an online survey to gather public input on the next leader for the South...
BREAKING | South Pasadena Firefighters on Duty at Woosley and Hill Fires
A pair of fires raging out of control, fueled by high Santa Ana winds, has prompted the need for thousands of firefighters to go...
Structure Fire Under Investigation
Kris Saxon, a captain with the South Pasadena Fire Department, says the cause of a structure fire at 2050 La Fremontia Street in the...
Movies, Commercials and Student Films | Filming In South Pasadena from November 2 to...
Below are some of the recent productions filmed in South Pasadena:
•11/3 & 4– A student film (USC) “Ciro” was shot in the 100 block...
The Resurrection Window | Judson Studios: An Engaging Author Night at the South Pasadena...
The South Pasadena Public Library is holding a fascinating Author Night celebrating “The Resurrection Window,” a gorgeous coffee table book by David Judson, Tim...
High Donors Dinner | South Pasadena Educational Foundation Gives its Thanks
“My hope is that every donor from $10,000 to $20,000 knows how much we value them,” said Stacey Peterson, executive director of the organization....
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...
