Yearly Archives: 2022
Is South Pasadena Ready to Become Pasadena? | It Starts with Building Height Limits...
By Joanne Nuckols
Two years ago and in recent months, the issue of South Pasadena's 45' height limit is being discussed and the possibility of...
Successful 2022 Summer Reading Program | South Pasadena Public Library
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The South Pasadena Public Library’s 2022 Summer Reading Program concluded on Saturday, July 30 with over 1,400 participants...
Back to School Safety Tips | South Pasadena Police Department
As students head back to the classroom, the South Pasadena Police Department reminds parents and residents to follow the speed limit and be extra...
5 Tips for Starting a Productive and Stress-Free School Year
5 Tips for Starting a Productive and Stress-Free School Year
Can you believe that school is starting already? After a summer of no classes it...
Welcome New SPUSD Educators | SPUSD Snapshot
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On Tuesday, August 9, 2022, South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) welcomed 25 new certificated staff members during a New Educator...
South Pasadena Public Library Celebrates Ray Bradbury
News provided by City of South Pasadena
On Saturday, August 20th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room, join local artist Tim Carey and...
South Pasadena Little League Softball Teams Play in Sectional 3 Playoffs
It’s no secret to those around the program that South Pasadena Little League is riding high these days after winning seven District 18 titles,...
New Exhibition Featuring NFT Show by Daniel Farnam | Baldwin Avenue Gallery
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Gritty street sculpture artist, Daniel Farnam, is dropping his first NFT collection on SolSea on August 13, 2022. On the...
SPHS Students Complete Metro’s 2022 Transportation Career Academy Program | SPUSD Snapshot
News provided by SPUSD
Congratulations to SPHS 12th grader, Katherine Nam, and SPHS 2022 graduate, Isaac Chang, who completed Metro’s 2022 Transportation Career Academy Program...
Belly Laughs and More Await You at “Mike Birbiglia: The Old Man and The...
Comedian and actor, Mike Birbiglia, premiered his new one-man show, “The Old Man and The Pool” with a star-studded opening night at the Mark...
Vin Scully | L.A. Dodgers Historian Mark Langill Shares His Memories With Us
One word came to mind Tuesday night as Mark Langill adjusted to the reality that Dodgers icon broadcaster Vin Scully – many labeling him...
Welcome Back to School Letter | SPUSD Superintendent Geoff Yantz
Dear SPUSD Families,
I am thrilled to welcome you and your students to the 2022-2023 school year! Thank you for your support as we greet...
SPHS Annual Registration Days | SPUSD Snapshot
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SPHS juniors and seniors returned to campus on Thursday, August 4, 2022 for the first of two annual registration days. Freshmen...
Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Celebration Features Sacred Choral Music and Hiawatha’s Wedding Feast
The Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Celebration, held in honor of the composer’s 147th birthday, will feature two special performances showcasing the Black-English composer’s sacred choral music,...
New Pavilions South Pasadena | Grand Re-Opening
With much fanfare, Pavilions celebrated its Grand Reopening on Wednesday, August 3.
The mayor and council members, fire department, and members of the community were...
New Assistant Principal Hired | Vanessa Blackwood to Serve at SPHS
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South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) has hired Vanessa Blackwood to serve as Assistant Principal at South Pasadena High School.
For the...
Monkeypox in Pasadena | Public Health Confirms First Cases
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Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) has received reports of the first cases of monkeypox infection in four (4) Pasadena residents. All cases being...
Obituary | Martin “Marty” Parkinson Jr.
With family, friends and admirers gathered, a final tribute was paid to longtime resident and community activist, Martin Parkinson Jr. He passed away last...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | July 26 – August 1, 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...
South Pasadenan, Gianna Mow, Set To Play “Rapunzel”
When local, soon to be middle schooler, Gianna Mow, found out she was cast as Rapunzel in Performing Arts Workshops’ youth adaptation of “Tangled”,...
Educator Spotlight: Wu L.
Educator Spotlight: Wu L.
What’s the most rewarding part of being an educator?
Having immediate positive feedback is one of the most exciting things about being...
2023 Royal Court Applications Available | Pasadena Tournament of Roses
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Applications for the 2023 Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank are now...
Disney Princesses on the Big Screen and Live on Stage at El Capitan Theatre
Tickets are on sale now to see Disney’s “Raya and the Last Dragon,” “Moana” and “Beauty and the Beast” at the El Capitan Theatre...
A NEW DAY at Lineage Looks Back on the AIDS Epidemic
Hilary Thomas’ labor of love, “A New Day – Honoring 40 years of HIV/AIDS – A Love Letter To Those We Lost", had its...
The Verdi Chorus Announces Auditions and Fall Concert
Celebrating its 39th Season, The Verdi Chorus (Anne Marie Ketchum, Founding Artistic Director), announced today auditions will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022,...
Tragic Loss | Support Tam’s Family after a Senseless Tragedy
Provided on behalf of the Tam family
On July 27, 2022 at approximately 8:30 PM, my aunt and uncle, Connie and Tam Nguyen, were out...
Special Event: A Rare Opportunity to Tour an Iconic Architectural Gem in South Pasadena
Architecture and modernism lovers take note: an exceptional example of South Pasadena’s rich architectural diversity and sprawling gardens will serve as a setting for...
Pavilions Grand Re-Opening Scheduled
For those of you who haven’t been by Pavilions in South Pasadena lately – there’s a LOT going on over there. Our familiar local...
How Personalized Master’s Degrees Can Work for You
There are many career benefits awaiting when you further your education with a master's degree. The right graduate studies enable you to hone the...
South Pasadena Police Department | Fatal Pedestrian Traffic Collision
On July 27, 2022, at 8:25 PM, officers from the South Pasadena Police Department responded to a report of a major injury traffic collision...
