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Tribute to Veterans at Woman’s Club November 3
The South Pasadena Woman's Club will welcome President of the Vietnam Veterans of America - San Gabriel Valley chapter, Allan Stezler, and representatives of the Foundation for Women Warriors (FFWW), as featured speakers at...
2022 Rose Queen | Tournament Crowns Nadia Chung of La Cañada
On Tuesday, October 26, The Pasadena Tournament of Roses officially named Nadia Chung as the 103rd Rose Queen at their Announcement and Coronation ceremony -- typically held at the Pasadena Playhouse -- took place...
Institute for the Redesign of Learning’s Transition & Adult Services Program
The Institute for the Redesign of Learning is a nonprofit organization that empowers individuals of all abilities to take charge of their learning and lives, making it possible for them to be competent, caring,...
Earthquake | Did You Feel It?
A magnitude 3.9 earthquake near downtown Los Angeles, CA · 7:01 AM Sunday Morning. The epicenter was located near the 710hwy and the 5 freeway according to the USGS. There are reports of aftershocks....
Special Movie Screenings in South Pasadena Next Week | Double Feature! NOV. 12TH
By Sven Fields
Please Note: DATE & CHANGE.
DOUBLE FEATURE FRIDAY NOV 12th: HOTBOX VINTAGE 1127 MISSION STREET
DOUBLE FEATURE! Two fun, full-length motion pictures showcasing the talents of Greg Sestero will deliver a rollicking 1-2 punch to...
L.A. County Set to Administer Additional Boosters | Public Health
PUBLIC HEALTH RELEASE
While the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) remains focused on administering first doses of vaccine to communities countywide, vaccination sites are preparing to make boosters available to everyone...
SPUSD Elementary Schools | Measure SP Construction Update
Monterey Hills ES
The construction crew has begun applying exterior stucco and excavating the exterior stairs. The prefabricated elevator is scheduled to be delivered on November 1 and will be placed the same day.
Once the...
South Pasadena High Tiger Marching Band and Color Guard Returns to Field Competitions
By Jason Liu
After nearly two years, the South Pasadena Tiger Marching Band and Color Guard has returned to the field for competition with a strong showing recently at Mission Viejo High School, bringing home...
Lineage Performing Arts Center returns to the Gamble House Nov. 4-7 for an encore...
The Lineage Performing Arts Center is bringing the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Next to Normal to Pasadena’s world-famous Gamble House for one weekend only, November 4th-7th. This unique production takes the book and music of...
Assemblymember Chris Holden Accepting Applications for 2022 Young Legislators Program
Last week, Assemblymember Chris Holden (AD – 41) announced the availability of applications for the 2022 Young Legislators Program. Now in its seventh year, the Young Legislators Program, offers high school seniors in the 41st...
Vaccinations Continue to Protect Against COVID-19 Worst Outcomes | Public Health
PUBLIC HEALTH RELEASE
COVID-19 case rates for teens are 8 times greater for those unvaccinated than those vaccinated and for unvaccinated adults over 50, case rates are fivefold higher than those for their vaccinated counterparts,...
Pasadena Jaycees and Friends in Deed Work to Provide Thanksgiving Meals for Local Families
PRESS RELEASE
With the goal of giving 300 families in need a turkey and other Thanksgiving fixings, the Pasadena Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees) is holding its annual Operation Gobbler funds and food drive. This...
SPPD Weekly Crime & Collision Summary | Oct 12 – 18, 2021
(Hundred block given in place of exact address)
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 and...
Two SPHS Teachers Receive Outstanding Educator Awards | SPUSD Snapshot
SPUSD RELEASE
Congratulations to counselor Tracy Ishimaru and art teacher Aimee Levie-Hultman, both from South Pasadena High School, who received the 2021 University of Chicago Outstanding Educator Awards.
An “Outstanding Educator” thoughtfully approaches instruction, shares an...
Volleyball | Rio Hondo League Championship 3-2 Loss Places SPHS in 2nd Position
It was a big night for South Pasadena Girls Volleyball on Wednesday evening as the Tigers lost the Rio Hondo title to La Cañada Spartans with a 3-2 loss. Tigers are now 2nd in...
Local Organizations Help Families in Need
The South Pasadena Kiwanis Club and the Institute for the Redesign of Learning have partnered to host the Children’s Hunger Fund: Project Food Pak on November 13.
The fundraiser will provide 500 food paks to...
Wind Safety
The South Pasadena Police Department
The recent high winds blowing through South Pasadena has caused many problems with power outages, bringing trees and power lines down, blocking streets, sidewalks and driveways (see attached photos for...
UPDATE! Deadline extended | Calling All Teen Performers! Applications now open for Music Center’s...
UPDATE: EXTENDED DEADLINE TO APPLY: OCTOBER 22, 2021
Southern California high school students interested in the performing arts can now apply to be a part of The Music Center’s Spotlight. Presented by TMC Arts, Spotlight...
Broncho Billy Anderson and Greg Sestero | Film and TV Stars of South Pasadena
OP-ed by Sven Fields
Dear Editor:
I regularly enjoy reading Rick Thomas’ 'Throwback Thursday' column with its flavorful tidbits of local history. His knowledge of South Pasadena history is impressive, and he dishes out the facts...
Rep. Chu Calls on Biden Administration To Hold Assad Accountable for Atrocities
Washington, DC – Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) today called on the Biden Administration to oppose the normalization of relations with Syria and to ensure Bashar al-Assad continues to be held accountable for his crimes...
U.S. Congresswoman Judy Chu to join ChapCare and Westfield Santa Anita in Opening a...
Representative Judy Chu (CA-27) will join ChapCare, and Westfield Santa Anita for a press conference celebrating the grand opening of a new COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Westfield Santa Anita.
ChapCare is a HRSA-funded and recognized...
Brad Colerick Delivers HOPE STREET
The title of Brad Colerick’s new album, produced during the pandemic, could not be more fitting: Hope Street. Yet it wasn’t his first choice. “I planned to call the album Manzanar,” he recalls, referencing...
SPHS Girls Volleyball | Senior Night as Tigers Take on La Canada
South Pasadena High Girls Volleyball is currently in second place after a long battle with La Canada, in a 5 set nail biter two weeks ago that took almost three hours. The Tigers will...
Vaccination Verification Requirements Begin Tonight | LA County
Starting tonight, new vaccine requirements will go into effect at select establishments across L.A. County. The vaccination requirements applying to indoor portions of bars, lounges, nightclubs, breweries, wineries, and distilleries affect all patrons 12...
A Recurrent Retreat | Val Trimarchi Exhibit at SPARC Gallery
Alive with vivid color and a sense of discovery, works by painter, illustrator, muralist, and art educator Val Trimarchi will be on exhibit in “A Recurrent Retreat,” free to the public at the SPARC...
Kehinde Wiley’s “A Portrait of a Young Gentleman” Makes World Debut at The Huntington
The excitement was palpable as visitors got a first look at Kehinde Wiley’s “A Portrait of a Young Gentelman” on Monday, October 4, as it made its world debut at The Huntington Library, Art...
Garry Marshall Theatre Reopens With “The Root Beer Bandits, A Rootin’ Tootin’ Wild West...
The ‘Bandits’ are back! The Root Beer Bandits – A Rootin’ Tootin’ Wild West Musicale, reopens the Garry Marshall Theatre with a limited engagement. Only 15 performances, October 2 – 31. The musical comedy...
LeVar Burton Announced as the 2022 Grand Marshal of the 133rd Rose Parade
On Tuesday October 5, LeVar Burton was announced as the 2022 Grand Marshal of the 133rd Rose Parade® presented by Honda. He is an actor, director, educator and lifelong children's literacy advocate. Tournament of...
Thornton Wilder’s “OUR TOWN” Comes To Fremont Centre Theatre
An intimate look at small town life at the turn of the 20th century may not have seemed compelling in 1938 when Thornton Wilder first brought his masterpiece to the stage, but the test...
SPHS Senior Named to 2022 Tournament of Roses Royal Court
Today, the Tournament of Roses® announced the seven members of the 2022 Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank. Members of the 2022 Royal Court will serve as ambassadors of the Tournament of Roses,...
