Monthly Archives: August 2024

SPHS Football | Tigers Win First Game of the Season

Two games into the season, South Pasadena High came away with a 21-6 victory over Arcadia at home Friday night. The Tigers, who did all...
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Creating a Productive Study Environment Achieving optimal concentration and focus is essential for successful studying, yet creating an environment that promotes these states can be...
PHOTO: Richard de Lannoy | The South Pasadenan | South Pasadena High opened the 2024 football season Friday night, falling 28-0 to host Schurr. On Friday, the Tigers face Arcadia at 7 p.m. in a home game.

SPHS Football | Tigers Look to Rebound on Friday Against Arcadia

In the aftermath of last week’s opening season loss, South Pasadena High football coach Jeff Chi made it clear to his team that there’s...
PHOTO: Esteban Lopez | The South Pasadenan News | August 19, 2024, at the South Pasadena Senior Center: "Senior Champions of South Pasadena" Glen Duncan and Anita Scott celebrate their tremendous contributions to the South Pasadena community

Senior Champion Awards South Pasadena | A Night to Remember for Glen Duncan &...

A pair of 'Senior Champions' were honored Monday, thanked for their many contributions to the City of South Pasadena by an organization that regularly...

Gymnasium for the Mind | New Class Offering at South Pasadena Senior Center

The South Pasadena Senior Center is excited to announce the launch of a new class designed specifically for older adults. Gymnasium for the Mind...
PHOTO: Andrea Piacquadio | The South Pasadenan | Get help with your technical devices at South Pasadena Public Library

Tech Help Sessions at South Pasadena Library

Beginning September 6, 2024, Tech Help for adults returns to the South Pasadena Public Library on Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Adults who...
PHOTO: Jonathan Williams | The South Pasadenan | Rose Bowl Football 2024: No. 1 Michigan and No. 4 Alabama face-off in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game.

Rose Bowl Tickets Now on Sale

PASADENA, Calif. (August 27, 2024) –The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® announced today that tickets for the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game...

Wine & Song at The Daily | Korey Simeone/Tom Moose and Garrison Starr

"If you haven't yet checked out The Daily (Next to the soon-to-be Trader Joe's at 1119 Fair Oaks Ave) it's time to get yourself...
PHOTO: Jeff Lorch | The South Pasadenan | Alani Ilongwe, Malcolm Mays, and Sheaun McKinney in The Brothers Size at Geffen Playhouse.

The Brothers Size | Now playing at Geffen Playhouse

Now showing at Geffen Playhouse, The Brothers Size, written by Geffen Playhouse Artistic Director and Academy Award winner Tarell Alvin McCraney (In Moonlight Black...

The Stories We Tell | Film screening and Book Release at Fremont Center Theatre

“Brad Colerick and Scott Feldmann—The Stories We Tell,” featuring screenings of three short films, a Q&A panel, and a book-signing reception with refreshments, will...

Tigers Drop Football Season Opener

It wasn’t the start South Pasadena High was looking for as the Tigers dropped a 28-0 non-league contest to Schurr Friday night.   After a scoreless...

How to Write an Effective College Application Essay

How to Write an Effective College Application Essay You’ve worked hard in class to get the grades and you studied up for the SAT. Now...
PHOTO: Daniel Reichert | The South Pasadenan | Mildred Marie Langford, Frederick Stuart, Trisha Miller and Christian Henley star in "The Skin of our Teeth" at A Noise Within.

THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH set to open at A Noise Within

Irreverent, unruly, ambitious and hilarious. Launching the 2024-25 “True Grit” season at A Noise Within, co-artistic directors Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott co-direct The...

Wine & Song at The Daily on Wednesday August 21

Don't let the construction fool you! The Daily is open during construction and will continue hosting South Pasadena's Wine & Song on Wednesday evenings. "We've...
PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | The South Pasadenan News | Major water main burst causes street flooding, and further raises concerns on aging infrastructure. Tens-of-thousnads of gallons of water lost down the drain.

Major Water Main Break Disrupts South Pasadena Neighborhood Saturday

https://youtu.be/aoWvR_YFo68 South Pasadena: A significant water main break occurred early Saturday evening at the intersection of Monterey Road and Arroyo Verde Road, causing a major...
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The Benefits of One-on-One Tutoring

The Benefits of One-on-One Tutoring In today’s standard classroom environment, many students might struggle to keep up and stay on track. Large class sizes and...
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Pasadenan News | Anita Scott, and Glen Duncan, a pair of dedicated volunteers, will be honored Monday, August 19 by the Senior Citizens’ Foundation of South Pasadena. The event, slated from 5-7 p.m., will be held at the South Pasadena Senior Center.

Senior Champion Awards Monday Night | Glen Duncan & Anita Scott to Be Honored...

One has labored long hours over the years, contributing mightily to the success of South Pasadena’s float in Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade, and...
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The Impact of Mindset on Academic Performance: Shifting from Fixed to Growth

The Impact of Mindset on Academic Performance: Shifting from Fixed to Growth The concept of mindset, popularized by psychologist Carol Dweck, has revolutionized the way educators,...

First Day of School! | South Pasadena Kicks Off the 2024-2025 School Year with...

Today marks the first day of school for students in the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD), and the excitement is palpable across all...
Elections South Pasadena City Council 2024 | Candidates District 1: Evelyn Zneimer & Omari Ferguson. District 2: Sheila Rossi & Charley Lu

ELECTIONS South Pasadena | Who’s Running For City Council & The Major Issues

South Pasadena Mayor Evelyn Zneimer will face a challenge for her District 1 City Council  seat during the November 5 from Public Works Commission...
Screencap LASD Press Conference | South Pasadena Murder Case Solved | 1986 Cold Case of Cathy Small The murder occurred in February 1986 on the 800 block of Bank Street in South Pasadena.

South Pasadena Murder Case Solved | 1986 Cold Case of Cathy Small

The murder occurred in February 1986 on the 800 block of Bank Street in South Pasadena. According to LASD Lt. Patricia Thomas, the family never...

EARTHQUAKE South Pasadena Monday – updating live

Earthquake South Pasadena: City and surrounding areas jolted from a 4.4 earthquake. Details coming in... 4.6 initially reported... 2 mi from South Pasadena Updated 1:00pm: SCEDC updated...
The South Pasadenan News | Structure Fire at Arroyo Park on Marmion Way 1:30pm Sunday. South Pasadena Fire, Los Angeles Fire Departments on scene.

Fire at the Park | South Pasadena’s Arroyo Park on Marmion Way – Structure...

Structure fire at Arroyo Park on Marmion Way.  The park straddles South Pasadena & Los Angeles.  Fire response was less than 5 minutes and...

Rabies Alert | Dead Bat Found, Tested Positive For Rabies – Pasadena Public Health...

Pasadena Public Health Alert News Release: Rabies Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) has received a report of a dead bat infected with rabies in Pasadena...
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Understanding Different Homeschooling Philosophies and Approaches

Understanding Different Homeschooling Philosophies and Approaches Homeschooling is a deeply personal journey that reflects not just educational goals, but also the values and aspirations of...
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Boosting Academic Performance Through Positive Reinforcement

Boosting Academic Performance Through Positive Reinforcement Students’ academic journeys are often marked by milestones of success and challenges. Just as athletes are celebrated for their...
PHOTO: Sally Kilby | The South Pasadenan | The South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Tent for 2025

SPTOR Float Tent Goes Up

On Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, the tent housing the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses float was installed in the parking lot of the War...
PHOTO: provided by YSTA | The South Pasadenan | The cast of Into the Woods at Young Stars Theatre Academy in South Pasadena.

A Most Delightful “Into The Woods” at Young Stars Theatre Academy

Young Stars Theatre Academy's summer theatre camps are in full swing with two, back to back productions of Stephen Sondheim's "Into The Woods Jr."...
PHOTO: provided by SPPD | The South Pasadenan | The South Pasadena Police Department has become the nation’s first law enforcement agency to completely replace its gasoline-powered patrol cars with nonpolluting electric vehicles.

Electric Police Fleet Another Step to Clean Air

It’s just one more step. In 2015, signaling a significant effort to clear the air, the South Pasadena became the first city in the nation...
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