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Old School at the Museum: A Century of Memories Through “Copa de Oro”
As the vibrant young minds of South Pasadena venture into the new academic year, we invite them and the community to take a nostalgic...
EVICTION: You Can Help Shape Policy in South Pasadena | An Important Survey for...
At the direction of the South Pasadena City Council, the City Hall is developing a 'Just Cause for Eviction Ordinance'. The ordinance is intended...
TWOHEY’S to Celebrate 80th Anniversary as a Family-Owned Local Landmark
Twohey’s Restaurant, a staple of the San Gabriel Valley dining scene, is celebrating its 80th anniversary as a family-owned local landmark. Since its founding...
USC Trojan Affiliates Hosts Local Author Janet Webb
USC Trojan Affiliates, a philanthropic and social women’s group, of the University of Southern California invites alumni, parents, and friends to attend their upcoming...
Wine & Song | September 13 Eric Ramsey and Summer Woods
Wine & Song continues their residency at Lost Parrot Cafe this Wednesday, September 13, with the music stylings of Eric Ramsey and Summer Woods....
This is not ‘homeless’, This is Something Else: We Need New Language & Immediate...
Immediately on the border of South Pasadena there is an 'RV encampment' that locals say "needs to be removed and the once vibrant park...
First West Nile Virus Death Reported in LA County
MEDIA RELEASE
September 7, 2023
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) has confirmed the first death due to West Nile virus (WNV)...
TIGER BOOSTERS are Back in Action at SPHS
The Tiger Boosters kicked off the 2023/24 school year with their new board on August 22nd. This marks the 53rd year of Tiger Boosters...
COMEDY at Lost Parrot Cafe
LIVE at Lost Parrot Cafe offers a night of refreshing laughter and drinks at South Pasadena’s favorite hidden gem and neighborhood cafe! Hosted by...
The Academy Announces New Date for 14th Governors Awards
MEDIA RELEASE
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced the 14th Governors Awards will be held on Tuesday,...
WINE & SONG | Lost Parrothead Night – Wear Your Hawaiian Shirt – August...
It's Lost Parrothead Night at Wine & Song at Lost Parrot Cafe in honor of Jimmy Buffet. Wear your Hawaiian shirt and join the...
PASADENA PLAYHOUSE Announces New Board Leadership Team
Media Release
September 5, 2023, Pasadena, CA | Pasadena Playhouse is thrilled to announce a new slate of Board officers: Erin Baker (Chair), Julie Gutierrez...
Arroyo Project 3-Par Asks Citizens to Make Voices Heard Regarding Golf Course
Citizens representing Arroyo Project 3-Par are inviting golfers and concerned citizens to make their voices heard at the upcoming City Council Meeting on September...
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM is funny, impactful and moving at A Noise Within
Funny, impactful and moving, A Noise Within’s delightful yet deeply resonant production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare is set to open...
Hotbox Vintage: Your Online Goldmine for Vintage Fashion Finds
Let's go shopping! You know how we're always on the prowl for the next best thing in the style scene, right? Well, enter the...
South Pasadena Rose Parade Float Design Announced | Boogie Fever
It is official! The design for the South Pasadena self-built float that will travel down Colorado Boulevard in the Jan. 1, 2024, Rose Parade®...
THE SOUND INSIDE Kicks Off New Season at Pasadena Playhouse
Not everything is as it seems behind the ivy-covered walls of Yale, where an unlikely bond leads to an unthinkable favor. Writing professor Bella...
BETYE SAAR: Drifting Toward Twilight | Debuts at The Huntington November 11, 2023
Renowned American artist Betye Saar’s large-scale work Drifting Toward Twilight—commissioned by The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens—will go on view Nov. 11,...
Excessive Heat Warning in Effect
Excessive heat warning is in effect in Los Angeles County until 8pm PDT on Tuesday August 29, 2023. Affected areas include the cities of...
PASADENA PLAYHOUSE Presents 2023-2024 Season
Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announces the five mainstage productions for the 2023/2024 season, plus a new holiday tradition for Pasadena Playhouse, the recipient...
Neil Patrick Harris Guest Stars in “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” | Ahmanson Theatre
Broadway’s “Peter Pan Goes Wrong” is thrilled to welcome Tony Awardy® -winner Neil Patrick Harris, who follows Bradley Whitford (through August 27) and Daniel...
South Pasadenan Mitchell Eisen Honored with Cal State LA’s Outstanding Professor Award
Mitchell Eisen, a professor of psychology in the College of Natural and Social Sciences at Cal State LA, was recognized for excellence in teaching...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | August 15 – 21, 2023
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other
activities occurring in the City of South Pasadena. An alert...
IAMA Theatre Announces 23/24 Season
IAMA Theatre Company, (as in "I am a theatre company) L.A.’s premier theater company dedicated to the development and production of new plays, has...
Walking in Space | World Premiere at Theatre West
Leo Tolstoy once said that all happy families are alike — but each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way. Sometimes they’re both....
SPTOR Yard Sale Fundraiser Great Success
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee held a giant yard sale as part of fundraising efforts surrounding the city's self-built float that will head...
Hubbard Street Dance to Launch 21st Season of Gloria Kaufman Presents Dance
The Music Center launches its 21st season of Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center with the return of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago,...
SCHOOLS OPEN MONDAY | South Pasadena Schools Are on Regular Schedule Monday
From the SPUSD Superintendent:
Dear SPUSD Students, Employees, and Families,
I am writing to confirm that South Pasadena Unified schools will be open and operating their...
Earthquake Felt in South Pasadena | Sunday 2:41pm
A 5.05 earthquake in the mountains above Ventura, near Ojai, was detected by the CalTech system Sunday about 2:41pm.
A quick, but strong jolt was...
State of Emergency Announced | Hurricane Hilary Approaches California
Hurricane Hilary, currently a powerful Category 4 storm, is expected to make landfall in Southern California over the weekend and into early next week,...
