Monthly Archives: September 2026
National Merit Semifinalists SPHS 2027 | SPUSD Snapshot South Pasadena
On September 9, 2026, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the semifinalists in the 72nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program. SPHS semifinalists qualify by...
An Unimaginable Tragedy for Mankind (but an Undeserved Reprieve for an Unrepentant Speed Limit...
By Steve Fjeldsted, Former South Pasadena Director of Library, Arts, and Culture (2006-20019)
As the summer of 2001 skidded to a stop, I had already...
Eaton Canyon Recovery | Public Invited to Free “Ashes to Action” Session
Following the 2025 Eaton Fire that destroyed the original facility, LA County Parks is hosting its third panel to discuss the future of the...
Water for Elephants – The Broadway Musical | Now Playing at Hollywood Pantages
'Broadway in Hollywood' is pleased to announce the North American tour of the critically acclaimed bestselling novel WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, hailed as a Critic’s...
Aging Parents Workshop | South Pasadena Senior Center to Host Planning Workshop
The City of South Pasadena is pleased to host Ways to Help Mom & Dad: Planning for their Future, on Wednesday, September 23, 2026,...
A Fringe Hit! Fremont Centre Theatre to Host Jim Blanchette’s Holiday Solo Show “Happy!...
The holidays are arriving a little early at the Fremont Centre Theatre as Young Stars Theatre Academy (YSTA) welcomes Happy! Merry! Joyous!, a one-man...
Hodis Learning & Music Donates $1,500 to Pasadena Educational Foundation
On September 4, 2026, Hodis Learning & Music (HLM) donated $1,500 to the Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) as part of the company’s ongoing commitment...
South Pasadena Library Hosts Monthly Walk ‘n’ Talk Club | Next date: Sept. 9
The South Pasadena Public Library hosts its monthly Walk 'n' Talk Club, combining community reading with outdoor physical activity. The program meets on the...
UPDATED TUES 1 PM Weather Report: Very Humid Week Ahead – Hurricane Marie’s Parting...
UPDATED WEATHER REPORT & FORECAST TUESDAY 1 PM...
The 'mostly sunny Tuesday' in the forecast did not survive reality this morning. Rain has fallen across...
Win Prizes at Lotería Family Night in South Pasadena
South Pasadena Public Library invites families to a special Lotería Family Night celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. The event takes place on Wednesday, September 16,...
Final Weeks to View Sarah Esmi’s “STILL HERE” Exhibit in South Pasadena
Time is running out to catch “STILL HERE,” a powerful solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Sarah Esmi at the SPARC Gallery. The collection remains...
Wine & Song Sep. 9 | The Black Feathers, Sycamore and Ash Live in...
Wine and Song returns to South Pasadena this week with a live performance featuring international and local folk acts. The concert takes place on...
UPDATED: Hurricane Rain | Marie Arrived In The Neighborhood On Schedule; Now A Swing...
Sunday Evening 6 PM Weather Update:
Heaviest Downpour Of The Day Hits Pasadena/South Pasadena Areas; Rain Ends Tonight, Sunny Labor Day Still On Track
The day's...
SPUSD MEETING AGENDA | Board to Review Teacher Contracts & Student Trips at...
The South Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education will convene on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, to open teacher contract negotiations, approve major student...
Heads Up, South Pas: 110 Freeway Daytime Closures at Avenue 60 Set for Next...
South Pasadena drivers who regularly use the 110 freeway will need to adjust their routes next week. Caltrans has announced a series of daytime...
South Pasadena Library Kicks Off 120th Anniversary Celebration
In celebration of its 120th anniversary, the South Pasadena Public Library is launching a campaign that includes special programming and limited-edition giveaways. In 1906,...
9/11 25th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony | South Pasadena to Host Event
City of South Pasadena Media Release:
The public is invited to join the City of South Pasadena and the South Pasadena Police and Fire Departments...
City Council Meeting Report: Sept. 2 Decision Making & Concerns From The Community
The September 2 South Pasadena City Council Meeting Report
The evening's most consequential business came late: a long-overdue reckoning with the city's special event fee...
Dad & Teacher Says ‘No Phones Bell-to-Bell’ at South Pasadena Schools Is The Way...
Letter to the Editor: By Mike Brennan, South Pasadena Parent and Teacher.
South Pasadena is fortunate to have some of the highest-performing schools in California....
South Pasadena Traffic Study Map: Tracking Intersections, Project Status & Improvements
South Pasadena provides an interactive Traffic Study Map to help residents and motorists track frequently reported intersections and road segments throughout the city. The...
South Pasadena Public Library Closure Notice for Labor Day
The South Pasadena Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, observing the Labor Day holiday from 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
While...
Wine & Song Sep. 2 | Brad and Friends Return with Joselyn & Don,...
Local music fans are in for a treat this Wednesday, September 2, as the popular "Brad & Friends" night returns to South Pasadena. After...
Residential Structure Fire at 2000 Block of Meridian Avenue
At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, the City of South Pasadena Fire Department, with assistance from San Marino, Pasadena, Alhambra, and...
Register for Auditions! YSTA’s Holiday Production of Elf Jr. – Local Children’s Theatre South...
Young Stars Theatre Academy (YSTA) is bringing some holiday magic to the stage with its upcoming production of Elf JR., and auditions are now...
Metro Books Volunteers Distribute Free Books to Transit Riders to Reduce Screen Time
Commuters on the Los Angeles Metro Transit System might find an unexpected surprise on their daily journey: a free book. A volunteer organization known...
My Dinner with Andre Takes Center Stage at the Janus Film Club
Film enthusiasts gathering for the latest installment of the Janus Film Club will experience one of the most uniquely hypnotic works in cinematic history....
