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SOLD OFF 1.8 Acre Property on Mission Street in South Pasadena
The commercial real estate property that is currently occupied by ExtraSpace Storage (formerly Southmark Storage) has been sold.
Gelt Ventures has recently completed the sale of South Pasadena Storage, a self-storage facility located at 919...
Santa Fe Crafts Presents: Piles of Pawn Native American Jewelry Sale – Holiday Edition
Discover a treasure trove of history and artistry at the much-anticipated Piles of Pawn Native American Jewelry Sale! Hosted by Santa Fe Crafts, a renowned establishment since 1984, this event is a celebration of...
Illegal Biolab In Central California: PRC-Linked Biolab Raises Questions Statewide
In a startling revelation, the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, chaired by Mike Gallagher (R-WI), disclosed findings from its investigation into an illegal biolab in Reedley, CA, linked to the People's...
Sip & Shop Soirée | Holiday Shopping Event of the Year!
The Woman’s Club of South Pasadena will host its third annual Sip & Shop Soirée! At
this holiday shopping and entertaining event, you can find a gift for everyone on your list.
Join us Saturday, December...
ELF Jr. is Here for the Holidays!
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Young Stars Theatre is back with their favorite holiday tradition, Elf Jr.! A whimsical musical that’s fun for the whole...
Crunch Time Party Set for December 29
MEDIA RELEASE
Tickets are now available to attend Crunch Time, the major fundraiser for the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses’ (SPTOR) self-built parade float. The popular annual event will take place from 6 to...
DTLA | Lighting of 50-ft Christmas Tree and Winter Wonderland at Jerry Moss Plaza
The annual free celebration on Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center is about to make
Downtown L.A. merry and bright with the official lighting of the city's 50-foot Christmas tree, a holiday marketplace and...
Wine & Song at Lost Parrot Cafe | Claire Holley and Cej
After the long Thanksgiving weekend full of food, families, and friends, the time is right for a night out on the town at Lost Parrot Cafe and the music of Wine & Song.
This Wednesday,...
TIGER RUN Set for Saturday December 2 to Benefit SPHS Booster Club
Runners, joggers and walkers of all ages are gearing up to roll through the streets of South Pasadena for Saturday’s Tiger Run featuring a 5K, 10K and fun run for kids.
Entry fees for the...
Festive Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Farmers Market on Thursday
South Pasadenans are cordially invited by the Chamber of Commerce to enjoy what has become a heartwarming tradition here in town - the lighting of the holiday tree and menorah. It's a wonderful way...
A Christmas Carol | South Pasadena Theatre Workshop
Come one and all to see Charles Dickens' remarkable transformative masterpiece - A Christmas Carol at South Pasadena Theatre Workshop! "Our goal for the past fourteen years has been to bring live professional theatre...
Brunch & Special Historic Home Tour | SPPF Event December 2nd
Join Us for Brunch & a Grand Tour
Get Your Tickets Today Click Here
Price: $35 for members/$45 for non-members
December 2, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to Noon
LOCATION: 217 Oaklawn, South Pasadena
South Pasadena Preservation Foundation Presents
Brunch and a Historic...
The Dinosaur Farm | EVENT Nov. 19th: Signing Event for Rock Scissors Paperbag…. a...
What if common objects they use at school every day were to come alive? Imaginations will be running wild at The Dinosaur Farm toy and bookstore, located at 1520 Mission Street in South Pasadena...
Pasadena Playhouse Holiday Spectacular
Pasadena Playhouse announces MaryAnn Hu (Broadway’s My Fair Lady and Frozen), Lesli Margheita (Broadway’s Matilda the Musical, You I Like at Pasadena Playhouse), George Salazar (Broadway’s Be More Chill, Head Over Heels and Little...
SPMS Students Lead Annual Food Drive for St. James Community Food Bank
For more than 20 years, South Pasadena Middle School students and their families have donated annually to the middle school’s food drive to benefit the St. James Community Food Bank. Coordinated by the SPMS...
Thanksgiving Message from Superintendent Geoff Yantz
Dear SPUSD Community,
As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, I am filled with gratitude for the unwavering dedication of our teachers, staff, school administrators, school board and parents. With the support of these individuals,...
Golden China Restaurant: A South Pasadena Favorite for Family Style Chinese Cuisine
Golden China Restaurant at 1115 Fair Oaks Avenue in South Pasadena has been a local go-to for fantastic Chinese food for over 40 years. This place isn’t just about a quick delicious dinner; it’s...
KATE at Pasadena Playhouse
Pasadena Playhouse announces that tickets are now on sale for KATE, comedian Kate Berlant’s hit show direct from New York, from January 17 through February 11, 2024. Tickets are available at pasadenaplayhouse.org, by phone...
Pasadena Tournament of Roses Hosts Community Open House in Partnership with Pasadena Community Coalition
Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® celebrated the fifth anniversary of their Community Open House celebration, in partnership with the Pasadena Community Coalition. This event brought people together to celebrate the diversity of the...
WINE & SONG at Lost Parrot Cafe Wednesday November 15
After a fantastic show last week, hosted by David Plenn, Brad Colerick is back in town for this Wednesday's hootenanny that is WINE & SONG at Lost Parrot Cafe. This week features Lucas Lawson...
Marine Corps Birthday 2023 | 248 Years of Fierce Dedication
On this notable day, we commemorate the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps, an institution steeped in valor, discipline, and unyielding commitment to the nation. Since its inception on November 10, 1775,...
Ukrainian Mosaic Orchestra Presents a Concert for Ukraine at Zipper Hall in DTLA
It’s been nearly 30 years since a handful of eclectic musicians gathered in a home in San Pedro and fell in love with the unique sounds of the balalaika and domra. Today, the 35-piece...
Amazon Sued by FTC | Price Manipulation Scheme Costing Customers over $1.4 Billion Dollars
Amazon is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) detailing alleged illegal strategies to increase profits from its online retail operations, including the use of a secret algorithm known as 'Project...
Restoration Concert November 19 features New Hollywood String Quartet
The Restoration Concert on Sunday, November 19 at 4:00 p.m. will feature the New Hollywood String Quartet performing Tchaikovsky's String Quartet No. 1 in D Major op. 11. Cellist Brian Schuldt and Violist Meredith...
SPTOR | Pave the Way to the Parade for the South Pas Float
Media Release
The final countdown begins now for the city float. South Pasadena’s own self-built entry will ride along Colorado Boulevard in the Tournament of Roses Parade on Jan. 1, 2024. A frame chassis is...
2023 Tournament of Roses Día de los Muertos art competition winners
Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® announced the winners of the fourth annual Día de los Muertos art competition, a celebration of art and culture, in partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in...
Wine & Song at Lost Parrot Cafe | Mitch Grainger and Nathan & Jessie
As we barrel towards Thanksgiving, Wine & Song at Lost Parrot Cafe will be presenting Mitch Grainger and Nathan & Jessie on Wednesday November 8. Host Brad Colerick will be out of town this...
SPARC | Coffee Table Books Live featuring Dana Gioia and Ron Koertge
“Coffee Table Books Live,” the meet-the-author and book-signing series hosted by the South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC), features Dana Gioia and Ron Koertge—two poets who are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking—on Sunday, November...
SPHS Varsity Virtual Enterprise Students Mentor Arroyo Vista Students
South Pasadena High School (SPHS) Varsity Virtual Enterprise students worked at Arroyo Vista (AV) Elementary School on October 26, 2023, to educate and mentor AV students about entrepreneurship in preparation for the upcoming AV...
Marengo Students and Staff Honor Former Principal Patricia Cheadle
A typical Friday morning student assembly at Marengo Elementary School includes spirited celebrations and ways to foster a positive, cohesive school community, but rarely does it feature someone the students consider a celebrity.
On...
