Monthly Archives: September 2022
Cecily Strong Searches for Signs of Intelligent Life
The opening night audience at “The Search For Signs of Intelligent Life in The Universe” was immediately and enthusiastically on their feet after Cecily...
SPHS Tigers Football | Unbeaten Streak Ends
A combination of squandered opportunities and untimely penalties contributed to South Pasadena's 35-21 defeat at the hands of visiting Monrovia. At the end of...
Rose Parade 2023 | Tournament of Roses Announces Float Judges
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® has selected Nicole Cavender, Jennie O’Hagan and Lois Hiranaga as judges for the 2023 Float Awards sponsored by FTD.
This...
Elections 2022 | Notice of Nominees for Public Office
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following persons have been nominated for the offices designated to be filled at the General Municipal Election to...
SPHS Teacher Rama Kadri Honored | SPUSD Snapshot
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Congratulations to SPHS English teacher Rama Kadri who received the 2022 University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Award.
An “Outstanding Educator” thoughtfully approaches...
City Council | Electrification Efforts Move Forward
It’s a moral obligation and civic duty insists South Pasadena Mayor Michael Cacciotti for cities like the one he oversees to protect the health...
Walk or Bike to School Day October 5
Lace up your sneakers or strap on your helmet for Walk or Bike to School Day. Join the youth of South Pasadena as they...
Letter to the Editor | A Tribute to Tom Ashby
By Bob Weaver
My friend, Tom, died recently. In processing his loss, I have two very different emotions—deep sadness at the passing of a dear...
Holiday Greenery Time | Order from Scout Troop 342 This Season
Yes, the Scouts are back. Scout Troop 342 is back in your neighborhood, going door to door, to take your orders for holiday greenery.
For...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | September 20-26, 2022
(Hundred block given in place of exact address)
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring...
Perfect Scores | SPHS Students Update
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South Pasadena Unified School District congratulates SPHS juniors Ryan Estanislao and Keeran Murray, and 2022 SPHS graduate Chun Hei Lincoln Lam...
City of South Pasadena | Introducing New Executive Staff Members
The City is proud to announce that the Management Services Department has three new executive team staff members that the City obtained after competitive...
Finalists Selected for 2023 Royal Court | Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Before the final round of interviews, the 28 finalists for the 2023 Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank took a group photo on...
“The Inheritance” at Geffen Playhouse Opens October 16
In contemporary Manhattan, Eric and Toby are 30-somethings who seem to be very much in love and thriving. But on the cusp of their...
SPHS Tigers Football | Team to Play Monrovia Thursday Night
A big question remains as to who will be playing quarterback Thursday night when undefeated South Pasadena High lines up to face powerful Monrovia...
South Pasadena Unified School District 2022 Teacher of the Year | SPUSD Snapshot
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Congratulations to South Pasadena Unified School District’s (SPUSD) 2022 Teacher of the Year, Art teacher Sarit Swanborn. Ms. Swanborn was honored...
Obituary | Orville Houg
Orville Houg was born in 1930 in Riverside CA. He died September 9th 2022, just 4 months after his wife of 64 years, Carolyn.
Orville...
“Sanctuary City” and The American Dreamer
B and G are two high school kids living in early 2000's, post 9/11 Newark, New Jersey in Martyna Majok’s new play “Sanctuary City”...
SPUSD Strategic Plan Update | SPUSD Snapshot
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During the South Pasadena Unified School District Board meeting earlier this month, Superintendent Yantz presented a summary of the District’s progress...
City of South Pasadena Hosts Open House October 2
Residents and community members are invited to attend the City of South Pasadena’s Open House on Sunday, October 2, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to...
Measure LL Lawn Signs Available October 2 | South Pasadena Public Library
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Show your support of Measure LL by displaying a lawn sign at your residence or business. The distinctive yellow-and-blue sign tells...
South Pasadena Public Library | One City One Story Events
In early September, members of the public voted to choose this year’s One City One Story (OCOS) Citywide reading program title. Voters were asked...
Open House October 2nd at Lost Parrot Cafe | Meet & Greet With Janet...
Join Janet Braun for an open-house style event on Sunday October 2, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Meet with Janet, candidate for City...
Rose Parade 2023 | Pasadena Tournament of Roses Announces Equestrians
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® is proud to announce 16 outstanding equestrian groups to ride in the 134th Rose Parade® presented by Honda, themed...
Mosquitoes Will Continue to Bite Into Fall Season
Mosquitoes will continue to bite into pumpkin spice season as the official start to autumn begins September 22, advises the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito...
Soccer | AYSO Region 214 Announces Return of VIP Soccer Program
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American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) Region 214 South Pasadena/San Marino is proud to announce the return of the VIP...
SPHS Students Host Voter Registration Drive | SPUSD Snapshot
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High School Voter Registration Week is September 19-23, 2022. In California, eligible students who are 16-17 are able to pre-register and...
SPEF Food For Thought | Dine Locally, Support Schools September 28
The South Pasadena Educational Foundation and the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce coordinate annually with local eateries for a community dine-around. Food For Thought provides residents...
Rosh Hashanah 2022 | Shofar in the Park
Chabad Jewish Center of South Pasadena invites you to Shofar in the Park. High Holiday services with meaning and melody held in Garfield Park...
South Pasadena Resident Leslie Saeta Releases First Book: “A Home to Share”
With images of her own home throughout, showcasing unique design features of the kitchen, dining, living and family rooms, along with outdoor spaces, even...