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South Pasadena Library Presents 2 Free Programs for ‘Big Read’ Project
During November, South Pasadena Public Library is participating in a Big Read project along with the arts organization ‘Shakespeare at Play’ of Burbank. Shakespeare At Play is a recipient of a grant to host...
Homecoming Picnic Best Ever
The South Pasadena High School Homecoming Picnic was jumpin' this afternoon! Students and staff were all out on Diamond Avenue, which was closed off for the event, walking from booth to booth.
Clubs were out...
This December Snow Falls in South Pasadena
ALMOST, MAINE - a series of nine stories about love - equal parts heartbreaking and hilarious - that take place one winter night in a small town in northern Maine. Almost, Maine called “sweet,...
Spooktacular 2017
It was a night for kids to show their Halloween costumes as the City of South Pasadena held its annual Spooktacular event last Friday night at Orange Grove Park. There were ghosts, goblins, cowboys,...
Get Ready for a CHILI COOKOFF!
The Rotary Club of South Pasadena will be hosting their famous Chili Cookoff this coming Saturday, November 4 from 5:30-8:30pm at the historic War Memorial Building. Guests are invited to dine on the chili prepared...
General Plan Downtown Specific Plan Moves Forward
General Plan/Downtown Specific Plan Moves Forward
The General Plan/Downtown Specific Plan Update is nearing another milestone, thanks to the hard work of many members of the community who have attended focus group meetings, the Visioning...
Getting The Halloween Party Started at Monterey Hills
Monterey Hills got Halloween off to a bright, early and festive start with their annual Halloween parade and festivities on the playground. There were witches, ghouls, superheroes, stormtroopers and even an entire ship! Happy...
PTSA Forum on Safety Tonight
There will be a PTSA forum at SPHS Monday, October 30 in the high school library that will focuse on safety. Mike Manukian, School Safety Officer is the speaker and he will work with...
Rose Parade Grand Marshall is Gary Sinise
Actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise, who is most famously known for his portrayal of Lt. Dan Taylor in the landmark film Forrest Gump, was announced today as the 2018 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal. Sinise will...
Halloween Tips from SPPD
In an effort to keep kids safe, the South Pasadena Police Department has issued a series of tips for parents as they walk their children throughout neighborhood streets on Halloween night.
“Parents should not fear...
Dr. Suzie Abajian Awarded Democrat of The Year
Congratulations to South Pasadena School Board Member, Dr. Suzie Abajian, who was honored as the 41st Assembly District Democrat of the Year at the Annual LA County Democratic Party Gala on Sunday Oct. 29,...
Arroyo Vista Marketplace a Big Success
On Saturday, October 21st, Arroyo Vista Elementary School held their 2nd Annual AV Marketplace. This special event sponsored by AV PTA was created to promote young entrepreneurship at the school. 75 students ranging from...
Legally Blonde Jr. Opens Tonight!
Young Stars Theatre opens Legally Blonde Jr., their second youth membership company production at their Fremont Centre Theatre location. YST’s membership company is a group of youth performers 18 and under, who get invited...
Damien: Omen II Screens at Library
As a Halloween-time movie treat, “Damien: Omen II”, starring ‘South Pasadena’s own’ William Holden, will be screened in the Library Community Room on Thursday, October 26 at 7 p.m. Actress Stefanie Powers will be...
Pack 139’s Halloween Carnival at MHS
The Halloween Carnival is a long-standing tradition at MHS and Cub Scout Pack 139 has hosted this fundraiser for over 30 years. As in past years, Pack 139 has teamed up with the MHS...
Simulacra by Colin Glasgow at SPARC Gallery
The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is pleased to present the exhibition Simulacra – Works by Colin Glasgow at SPARC Gallery, located at the South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce on Mission Street. Sam Mellon...
Oktoberfest Event: Thank You South Pasadena!
D.U.D.E.S & S.P.P.F. FUNDRAISER
A Huge Warm THANK YOU to EVERYONE for making the Oktoberfest a success!
FULL STORY & PHOTOS TO FOLLOW.... STAY TUNED ;-)
DUDES & SPPF Join Forces to Bring You
South Pasadena’s Family Oktoberfest at...
Varsity Girls Volleyball Sweeps Rival San Marino in Three Sets
THIS JUST IN! Varsity Girls Volleyball sweeps rival San Marino in three sets!
Stay tuned for more details as well as details and photos from their win against Temple City. Tigers are on a roll!
FALL ARTS CRAWL 2017
Artists and Businesses team up to celebrate the fall season with another fun and family friendly “Neighborhood Night-on-the-Town” on Saturday, October 21, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and...
Anthony J. Portantino Town Hall
South Pasadena Democratic Club hosted a Town Hall Wednesday evening with special guest California State Senator Anthony J. Portantino. The Senator answered questions from the community on a wide range of topics such as...
Fall Family Festival at Norton Simon – Sunday October 22
The Norton Simon Museum in Pasadena is hosting a Fall Family Festival this Sunday, October 22, from 1-3pm. This is free for children and is sure to be an art-filled and certainly interesting way...
SPHS Varsity Volleyball Defeats Temple City in Four Sets
South Pasadena High School Girls’ Varsity volleyball dominated the Temple City Rams to come out victorious in four, powerful sets.
Tigers won the first set 25-16 led by Lily Turner-Kipke’s strong serve with strong support...
Anthony Portantino Town Hall in South Pasadena
The South Pasadena community is invited to a Town Hall with Senator Anthony J. Portantino this Wednesday, October 18 at 7pm at the South Pasadena Library Community Room.
This is a free event organized by...
Help Shape the Future of South Pasadena
As you may know, approximately $1 billion is available from Metro to pursue mitigation projects in lieu of the SR-710 tunnel. Affected cities, including South Pasadena, have been asked to develop a list of...
TIGER DINE! Eat Pizza for SPMS
Do you like Pizza? Do you like helping the SPMS PTA? If you answered "YES!" And I know you did, then join SPMS families at Pitfire Pizza on Arroyo Parkway Tuesday October 17 anytime...
Rotary Club Recognized For Golden State Collection
Now well into its 11th year, the Rotary Club of South Pasadena and the South Pasadena Public Library continue to proudly expand “The Golden State Collection,” a project partnership that has greatly improved the...
Hot Havana Nights a Big Success at Marengo
Marengo Parent Party Co-Chair, Mariela King, tells us this year’s Marengo Parent Party, Hot Havana Nights, was a resounding success! Over 240 parents attended the party held at the home of Sean and Lori...
Girls Volleyball – Tigers v Spartans
On National Breast Cancer Awareness Day, the young women of SPHS Varsity Volleyball sported pink jerseys in solidarity and tribute. After a strong start and hard fought sets, the Tigers were ultimately defeated by...
South Pasadenan William Holden
Through the years South Pasadena has served as home to an impressive group of young residents who would later become famous actors. The acting careers of former South Pasadena residents Joel McCrea, Bronson Pinchot,...
Arroyo Vista Marketplace
Arroyo Vista PTA is hosting its 2nd Annual AV Marketplace to encourage young entrepreneurship. This event will be taking place on Saturday, 10/21 from 10am to 1pm at Arroyo Vista Elementary School and they...
