Yearly Archives: 2019
Elliott Caine Quintet at Blue Guitar
Inspired by 60's "Blue Note" style jazz, as well as by the music of Tito Puente and Mongo Santamaria, the Elliott Caine Quintet play...
Library Of Things | South Pasadena Public Library Offers a Non-Traditional Approach
The South Pasadena Public Library will be launching its own “Library of Things,” a collection of non-traditional items available for library cardholders to borrow.
Borrowing...
Flags Needed | Your Support Requested
I have lived in South Pasadena over thirty years and it has always made me a little sad and jealous when I travel through...
FROZEN Jr. to Premiere at Young Stars Theatre in South Pasadena
Brrrrrr! May is going to be cold in South Pas! In fact, it’s going to be “Frozen” – at least at Young Stars Theatre!
“When...
South Pasadena Unified School District Welcomes Alfredo Perez
On February 13, 2019, the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) approved hiring Alfredo Perez to serve as the Director of Facilities and Maintenance...
Ray Bradbury Live (forever) | Stage Portrayal to Debut At Library
The first public performance of a new touring stage tribute to iconic author Ray Bradbury is scheduled for Friday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m....
Read Across America | An Arroyo Vista Literary Celebration
One day the kids wore pajamas to school, on another they donned wacky attire while the final day called for silly hats to raise...
Hob Knobin’ Howard | Calm Before the Next Storm
This is one of the oldest South Pasadenans in town - in horse years. Meet: Howie the horse. A 31 year old, 5th generation...
Fallen Tree | Eucalyptus Limb Falls in Front of Golden Oaks
Work crews were busy clearing a huge eucalyptus tree limb away from the roadway Monday morning after it had fallen around 3 a.m. in...
City Council | Cannabis Stores and Parking Meters
As a local store-owner, David Plenn isn’t in favor of parking meters lining the streets of South Pasadena’s downtown business district, unless they added...
Lockdown At San Marino High School
A suspect was arrested Monday morning following an alleged threat, forcing classes to temporarily be canceled at San Marino High School.
The campus at 2701...
Kitchen Fire | SPFD Responds to Incident at Home
Fire trucks rushed to the 1800 hundred block of Court Avenue in South Pasadena early Monday morning after reports of a kitchen fire.
At about...
Wells Fargo Bank | Police & Fire Respond to Man with Knife
Police and fire department units quickly rushed to Wells Fargo Bank in South Pasadena early Saturday morning following reports that a man had cut...
COLD WEATHER | Frigid February Yields Powerful Effects in So Cal
Burrr! February was a Cold One in South Pasadena
Heavy rains and wind brought down power lines, large trees tumbled and temperatures dipped in South...
Super Science Night | Evening at Marengo Elementary Dazzles
Young minds were given an opportunity to learn from professionals, those working in the field, during Marengo Elementary School’s annual Super Science Night last...
PUBLIC HEARING | Mission Bell Project
A proposed 3-story, 36-condominium project on Mission Street at Fairview Avenue in South Pasadena will be the subject of a public hearing as part...
City Council | Branding South Pasadena
A new venture is underway on an economic development planning initiative designed to identify the City of South Pasadena’s strength and weaknesses by marketing...
Woman’s Club of South Pasadena | Meeting Honors Woman’s History Month
March is Woman's History Month, and members of the Woman's Club of South Pasadena (WCSP) will be donning a variety of hats representing various...
Throwback Thursday | The Wonders of Busch Gardens
Imagine a place where the sun shines year round. The air is dry. And the sandy, smooth-stoned wash seems dryer still, most of the...
City Council | Community Outreach Plan to Address Budget Deficit
South Pasadena City officials warn of a serious budget deficit facing the city that is expected to grow over the next five years. Community...
Last Chance to see ‘Into the Unknown’ | Cyndi Bemel Photography
This week is your last chance to see Photographer Cyndi Bemel's series of photos which capture a unique look at South Pasadena, on display...
Rotary Club | Dan Evans Speaks About Past in Germany
Past Rotary President Dan Evans was the program speaker for the February 25 meeting of the Rotary Club of South Pasadena at Oneonta Church.
Evans described...
Overturned Car at City Limits | Local Coverage
Firefighters were called to the scene of a crash Tuesday afternoon, resulting in an overturned vehicle at State Street and Pasadena Avenue, just outside...
College Torch College Counseling | Recommendation Letter Advice From an Expert
As a former full-time public school teacher, I’m going to reveal something from my first teaching year that I know I’m supposed to keep...
AYSO Turns 40 | Youth Soccer Organization Celebrates
Youth soccer in South Pasadena is holding a big birthday celebration this year.
That’s right, AYSO Region 214, representing South Pasadena and San Marino, is...
Weekly Crime Summary | Feb 19-25
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An...
Oneonta Club | World-Class Photographer Next Speaker
Maurice Roper, a professional photographer who has done much of his work with NBC, will be the guest speaker at the next Oneonta Club...
SPHS Music Department | Annual Spaghetti Dinner Thursday
Looking to fill your belly with some delicious Italian food while also supporting the arts?
South Pasadena High’s Instrumental Department is hosting its annual spaghetti...
SPPD | Free Self-Defense Class for Women on Mar 30
A free self-defense class for women, conducted by South Pasadena Police Department officials, is scheduled for Saturday, March 30, from 9 to 10 a.m....
Coexisting With Coyotes | Meeting on Wednesday
Sponsored by the South Pasadena Animal Commission, the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA will provide a visual presentation and Q&A on Wednesday, February 27, at...
