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Yearly Archives: 2019
Board of Education Preview | Selecting New President, Recognizing Volleyball Team Amongst Highlights
Who’s going to be the next South Pasadena Board of Education president?
It’s up for grabs, but if history has anything to do with it,...
VOCTAVE Celebrates The Spirit of the Season at The Soraya
Voctave, the YouTube sensation with over 100 million views, will bring its popular holiday show to The Soraya on Sunday, December 15 at 3:00pm....
Senator Portantino Recognizes Hotbox Vintage | Delilah Currie Receives ‘Young Entrepreneur Award’
Delilah Currie has a talented eye for special fashion finds that span decades of style.
Odds always seem to be in her favor that once...
‘Life in Plastic’ Special Screening TUESDAY | NREC Hosts Environmental Event at Library
A documentary entitled, “Life in Plastic: California’s Recycling Woes,” will be shown on Tuesday, December 10, from 6 to 7 p.m., in the South...
Bob Baker’s Nutcracker at Pasadena Playhouse
Bob Baker’s adaptation of the ballet classic is one of Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s most beloved shows since it began in 1969. Imagination dwells...
SPHS DANCE | Winter Dance Concert Dazzles
The South Pasadena High School Dance Department is back with their winter dance spectacular, replete with dynamic, show stopping performances of ballet, tap, hip...
ELF Jr. Opens at Young Stars Theatre
Young Stars Theatre is back with a "holly, jolly, sparkly, twinkly production of ELF JR.", the adventures of Buddy the Elf!
In a 2018 interview,...
Mayor Delivers State of City | Annual Retrospective for South Pasadena
Dr. Marina Khubesrian likes a catchy phrase attributed to the City of South Pasadena, sharing it to illustrate the community’s feisty spirit during her...
Matthew Bourne’s SWAN LAKE at The Ahmanson Theatre
Matthew Bourne’s “Swan Lake” from New Adventures, will be presented by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre December 3, 2019 through January 5,...
Throwback Thursday | Oranges Make Better Snowballs
Most of us gaze wistfully at our snowcapped mountains, knowing we can fully appreciate the winter season without having to shovel snow.
Every day is...
Bob Joe Voted in as New Mayor | Khubesrian Ceremoniously Hands Over Position
Robert Joe, known simply as “Bob” by most around town, was selected by his peers Wednesday night to serve as the City of South...
Tree Lighting Ceremony at Farmer’s Market
A tree-lighting ceremony and celebration to bring in the holiday season is scheduled on Thursday, December 5, from 4 - 7 p.m., at the...
NAT GEO LIVE | Summit to Sea with Andy Mann, Photographer & Filmmaker
The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica presents the second event of the acclaimed National Geographic Live series during The Broad Stage’s...
Defining ‘Wrongful Eviction’ Remains Vague | Tyson Family of Doctors Rescinds then Reinstates Tenant’s...
For a couple days, Christine Bullard could breathe easy.
The “no fault” 60-day eviction notice her building manager handed her Oct. 22 had turned the...
Todd Brown Day at SPMS | Students and Faculty Celebrate Admired Teacher
He’ll be remembered for his lasting friendships with students, a positive connection with parents and the supportive community he impacted heavily over the years.
Talking...
FROZEN Announces Digital Lottery for Los Angeles Run | Dec. 4 – Feb. 2,...
Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway in Hollywood announced today that the highly anticipated North American tour launch of Disney’s Frozen at Hollywood Pantages Theatre...
State of the City & Chamber Holiday Party | Doubleheader At War Memorial
A holiday party mixed coupled with a state of the city address will all be part of a festive evening on Tuesday, December 3,...
Partying with the Dinosaur Farm | Going Strong After a Quarter Century in South...
Jokingly, he calls himself “Dinosaur Dave,” a smiling Dave Plenn said, laughing at the nickname, adding that he keeps track of new species of...
August Wilson’s “JITNEY” | Now at The Mark Taper Forum
A masterpiece by two-time Pulitzer winner August Wilson with the production that completed his American Century Cycle on Broadway and received the 2017 Tony...
SPARC Holiday Party | 4th Annual Celebration at Bullseye Glass WEDNESDAY
The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is holding its 4th Annual Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bullseye...
Throwback Thursday | My South Pas “Most Thankful” List
Thanksgiving is a time for personal reflection. The process begins today for most people, lasting through the “holiday season” until late December – ending...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! | Thankful Thoughts from South Pasadenans
I am thankful for my happiness, the kindness of others and for what I have, not what I don’t have.
I’m thankful for the relationship I have...
Work Begins on Athletic Facilities at SPHS | Projected Completion Within a Year
It’s viewed as “another milestone,” summed up South Pasadena Unified School District Superintendent Geoff Yantz, pleased that a major reconstruction effort of the local...
City Recognizes ‘Transition South Pasadena’ | Group Promotes Environmental Consciousness
It came together when a group of concerned residents chose to step up and to do something to address environmental issues in need of...
Weekly Crime Summary | Nov 12-25
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An...
Citywide Bike Parking Plan Passes | Forging a Cycle-Friendly Environment
Bill Glazier and a city report contributed to this article
South Pasadena City Council members Wednesday night awarded a construction contract to E.C. Construction Company,...
SPHS Band and Color Guard Continue Competition Run | Keeps Focus on Fall Season...
By Jason Liu
South Pasadena High School’s Tiger Marching Band and Color Guard recently traveled to El Camino College in Torrance to compete in the...
SPHS Tiger Girls Volleyball | South Pasadena Falls in Bid for State Championship Title
A season full of prosperity and accomplishments is now over for South Pasadena High’s girls’ volleyball team.
The hope of winning the CIF-Division III championship...
Michele Kipke Possibly in Line as Next School Board President | Abajian Wraps up...
If history repeats itself, Dr. Michele Kipke is in line to become the next president of the South Pasadena Unified School District Board of...
Filming in South Pasadena | Nov 7-13
Below are some of the recent productions filmed in South Pasadena:
11/7 - A commercial for “USAA” was shot in the 1000 block of...
