Yearly Archives: 2019
Ignite at the Ford | Meshell Ndegeocello
Musically, Ventriloquism has the hallmarks of all of Ndegeocello’s work -- lush and investigative, subversive and sublime. As always, she pays tribute to her...
Movies in The Park | Family Films to Watch Under the Stars
The South Pasadena Community Services Department announced the return of movies in the park this summer.
Community members are invited to Garfield Park, 1000 Park...
Throwback Thursday | Before “The Bridge”
During the late 1800s, the banks of the Arroyo Seco and surrounding area is primarily an agricultural community of fruit growers.
In the above photo,...
Don’t Miss Out! | Big Laughs at the Arroyo Comedy Show!
Looking for a good comedy fix? The Arroyo Comedy Show has got you covered!
JUNE 6th, right down at the golf course in South Pasadena!...
Dispute Over Tree Removal Goes to City Council
After what will likely be a lengthy meeting on the new budget, updated capital improvement program and a bevy of routine city business, the...
“No on 710” Freeway Fighters to be Honored | Library Hosts Event June 7
A free public event to honor the aptly nicknamed “Freeway Fighters,” will be presented in the South Pasadena Public Library Community Room at 7...
SPARC Executive Director Steps Down | Howard Spector Ends 9 Year Run
After nine years of dedicated service, Howard Spector has announced that he will be stepping down as Executive Director and Board Member of the...
A Baseball Doubleheader at the Library | Dodger Themed Author Night
This article was written and produced by Steve Fjeldsted, Director of the South Pasadena Public Library
All-Star baseball authors Jason Turbow and Ron Rapoport will...
MHS Robotics Night | An Interactive Night with Futuristic Pals
Set out a bunch of robots on the floor and watch kids instantly gravitate to them.
That was the scene recently as Monterey Hills Elementary...
Calculus for a Cause | A Mathematical Win-Win at SPHS
It’s a way of helping themselves and giving back as South Pasadena High students participated in Calculus for a Cause last Tuesday to improve...
DRC Queen Visits South Pasadena
Royalty came to South Pasadena last Wednesday.
Queen Diambi Kabatusuila, the ruler of Bantu ethnic group located in the Democratic Republic of The Congo, visited...
Flags Fly at Half Staff at City Hall
U.S. flags, including the one at South Pasadena City Hall, were flown at half-staff Monday following an order by President Trump to remember the...
The Playhouse Block Party Returns Saturday June 8, 2019
This signature event returns after more 12,000 people came together to celebrate arts and culture in Pasadena in its inaugural year. Saturday, June 8,...
Pasadena Playhouse Celebrity Game Night!
A hilarious competition where celebrity teams go head-to-head and battle it out in a fierce and fun game of speed charades. Benefits the programs...
Pasadena Playhouse 2019/2020 Season
Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announces four main stage productions for 2019/2020 including new productions of favorite musicals – Little Shop of...
Filming in South Pasadena | May 26-June 1
Below are two recent productions filmed in South Pasadena:
5/30 – An industrial video for “Herbalife” was shot in the 800 block of Orange...
Tournament of Roses 2020 | South Pasadena Unveils New Rendering of Float
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses officials released its float rendering for the 2020 Rose Parade on Friday.
“Victory at Last,” a salute to Women’s Suffrage,...
SPPD | Jewelry Store Attempted Robbery Suspect Arrested
A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the December 2018 attempted robbery of Vana Watch and Jewelry on Mission Street.
The first suspect,...
Senior Center Events | May 31 – June 7
The following will be offered at the South Pasadena Senior Center from May 31 to June 7.
Friday, May 31, 10:30 a.m. – Elder Abuse...
Farewell to Sarah Pantip Wong
Memorial Services were held for Sarah Pantip Wong on May 25 at the Evergreen Baptist Church San Gabriel Valley located in La Puente. Hundreds...
South Pasadena Watermaster | Drought Still Driving Water Rate Increases
The ongoing need to replenish the San Gabriel Valley aquifer in the aftermath of the drought continues to drive enormous spikes in water rates....
Arroyo Vista Honorary Service Awards | PTA Honors Dedicated Individuals
Arroyo Vista Elementary School’s PTA bestowed honorary service awards to individuals or organizations that have demonstrated outstanding service to children and youth in the...
SPEF | A Memorable Parti Gras Yields Unprecedented Figures for Massive Event
It was quite a spectacle, for both participants and those working in the box office.
While many are calling it one of the South Pasadena...
John C. Reilly in GATHER: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief | Pasadena Playhouse
Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, presents Gather: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief starring Academy and Tony Award Nominee John C. Reilly and...
Throwback Thursday | South Pasadena’s Groundbreaking Motorcycle Officers
According to the South Pasadena Police Department, the department purchased two Thor motorcycles in 1909 to help deal with speeding motorists. The first two...
Fundraiser Yard Sale
THIS SATURDAY JUNE 1st : A few families have banded together to offer a yard sale with many items to shop for including furniture,...
Breaking News | House Fire on Meridian Ave
Firefighters from both Alhambra and South Pasadena responded to a house fire at Meridian Ave. Wednesday, May 29 at approximately 1:55 p.m.
According to Captain...
‘To Climb a Gold Mountain’ | Special Screening at the Library
The South Pasadena Public Library will present a screening of the award-winning documentary “To Climb A Gold Mountain: A Portrait of Struggle and Triumph” in honor...
Weekly Crime Summary | May 21-27
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An...
SPPD ‘Policing 101’ | Interactive Workshop for Local Media
Sergeant Roger Roldan isn’t a magician – far from it – but if posed with a threat to his life, he’s trained to put...
