Monthly Archives: May 2025
Arroyo Seco Water Reuse Project Moves Forward: Environmental Review, Public Invited to Weigh In
Media Release
The City of Pasadena, as the lead agency in collaboration with the City of South Pasadena, has announced the commencement of an Environmental...
Red Cross Blood Drive South Pasadena | At Library May 23
City of South Pasadena | Media Release
The American Red Cross is inviting community members to donate blood at its upcoming blood drive on Friday,...
City of South Pasadena to Close Facilities on Memorial Day
Media Release
In observance of Memorial Day, all City of South Pasadena facilities will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025. While city offices and...
South Pasadena Councilman Honored for Environmental Efforts
Michael Cacciotti, recognized as “an environmental hero whose impact is felt far beyond city limits,” earned one of his highest honors last Sunday as...
Edmund de Waal’s “the eight directions of the wind” Transforms The Huntington’s Iconic Spaces
Internationally acclaimed British artist and author Edmund de Waal brings a new dimension to The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens with his...
“Dogs! A Science Tail” Returns to the California Science Center
The beloved exhibition Dogs! A Science Tail has returned to the California Science Center, offering visitors a fresh opportunity to explore the extraordinary relationship...
The Music Center Unveils 2025–2026 Dance Season Featuring New York City Ballet’s Long-Awaited Return
The Music Center has announced the lineup for its 2025–2026 Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center season, spotlighting the triumphant return of...
The Ford Unveils 2025 Summer Season Lineup: Global Sounds, Live Shows, and Cultural Celebrations
The LA Phil has announced its 2025 summer season at The Ford, running throughout the summer in the Hollywood Hills. Under the artistic leadership...
SPUSD Snapshot | SPMS Drama Students Excel at DTASC Shakespeare Festival
On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the South Pasadena Middle School Advanced Drama class participated in the annual DTASC Shakespeare Festival. Held at Santa Monica...
Weather Report: Los Angeles Heat Wave – Triple-Digit Temps, Fire Risk Rise Midweek
An extended spell of hot, dry weather is setting up across Los Angeles County this week, bringing summer-like heat and elevated wildfire risks through...
Pasadena Chorale Wraps Season with Sing America Part Two: E Pluribus Unum
The Pasadena Chorale will conclude its 2024–2025 season with Sing America Part Two: E Pluribus Unum, a powerful and wide-ranging celebration of American choral...
SPARC Ignites June with Storytelling and Material Disruptions in South Pasadena
The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is set to enrich the local arts scene this June with two captivating events: an intimate evening with...
Wine & Song at The Daily | Barker & Genfan; Jodi Siegel, with Special...
Southern California’s beloved music series, Wine & Song, will take the stage at this year’s NextFest LA, a multi-stage celebration happening during the LA...
Operation Cookie Returns to South Pasadena to Honor Veterans with Sweet Surprises
In celebration of Memorial Day, “Operation Cookie” will once again bring warmth and appreciation to hospitalized, homeless, and special needs veterans across Southern California....
Loma Alta Park Reopens as “Super Park” with Major Enhancements After Eaton Fire
Loma Alta Park has officially reopened following extensive revitalization efforts led by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. Severely impacted by...
Annual Golf Tournament South Pasadena | Support the 2026 Rose Parade Float Build
Tee off for tradition this Father’s Day weekend at the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses (SPTOR) Annual Golf Tournament, set for Saturday, June 14,...
SPUSD Snapshot | SPHS Students Excel at Regional and National History Day Competitions
After months of researching, writing, and editing, SPHS students competed in the History Day LA competition at San Gabriel High School on Saturday, March...
Get Ready for the SPHS Annual Picnic at Garfield Park on June 7, 2025!
The South Pasadena High School Alumni Association invites all SPHS grads to celebrate at its annual All-Class Alumni Reunion Picnic on Saturday, June 7...
Departing Superintendent Talks SPUSD Successes
It has been nearly 12 years, but for Geoff Yantz it seems like yesterday that, along with support from the local school board, he...
SPUSD Announces Graduation and Promotion Events for the Class of 2025
South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) has released its official media guide outlining the key graduation and promotion events for the Class of 2025....
Embezzling Charges Filed: (Former) Asst. City Manager of La Cañada Fraud Scheme
The former assistant city manager of La Cañada Flintridge has been charged with embezzling nearly $200,000 in city funds through an alleged long-running fraud...
INSURANCE RATE HIKE | State Farm Secures First-Ever Emergency Rate Hike in California
State Farm has won approval for the state’s first-ever emergency interim rate increase, allowing the insurer to raise rates for homeowners, renters, and landlords...
Weekly Crime Report | May 6 – 12, 2025 – South Pasadena Police Dept....
Provided by The South Pasadena Police Department
May 6 - 12, 2025
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The Weekly Crime Summary is a list...
Senator Pérez Receives Hunger Fighter Award for Work to Combat Childhood Hunger
News from the Office of Sasha Renée Pérez
SACRAMENTO – The California Hunger Action Coalition has selected Senator Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena) as the recipient of the...
Hodis Learning & Music | Summer Tutoring Can Be Fun!
Whether you’re retaking a class, trying to get ahead, or looking to learn something new over the summer, Hodis Learning & Music has educators...
South Pasadena Unveils 2025 Summer Recreation Guide
The City of South Pasadena has officially released its 2025 Summer Recreation Guide, offering residents a wide variety of classes, specialty camps, and programs...
South Pasadena to Host Annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 26
The City of South Pasadena invites the community to its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the...
SPLL 8U All-Stars Crowned 2024 District 18 Champions
The South Pasadena Little League (SPLL) 8U All-Stars have emerged victorious, capturing the 2024 California Minor League District 18 Championship title. The young squad...
South Pasadena High School Varsity Softball Hosts First CIF Playoff Game Since 2009
The South Pasadena High School (SPHS) Varsity Softball team will host its first CIF 1st round playoff game in 15 years on Thursday, May...
CBP Seizes Nearly 150,000 Contraband Cigarettes From Cruise Passengers in Long Beach
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport seized 749 cartons of illegally imported cigarettes on April 17 from...
