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AMERICAN IDIOT Set to Open at Mark Taper Forum
Center Theatre Group is joining Deaf West Theatre to launch a new production of global rock superstars Green Day’s legendary rock opera, American Idiot,...
Billie Jean King named 2025 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® proudly announces that Billie Jean King, sports icon and champion for equality, will serve as the Grand Marshal of...
SPMS Students Achieve English Language Proficiency
On October 3, 2024, South Pasadena Middle School (SPMS) hosted an English Language Development (ELD) Night for parents and families of English learners. During the...
SEUSSICAL Jr. Opening at Young Stars Theatre Academy
“Oh the thinks you can think!” Young Stars Theatre Academy is back with one of their all-time favorite musicals, Seussical Jr.. Come watch two talented...
Embodying a More Settled State | Workshop with Chantal Donnelly and Heidi Pidcoke
After reading Chantal Donnelly’s book Settled: How to Find Calm in a Stress-Inducing World, seasoned trauma psychotherapist Heidi Pidcoke knew she had stumbled on...
South Pasadena High School Students Kick off Clinical Rotations in Sports Medicine
South Pasadena High School advanced sports medicine students are thrilled to kick off their clinical rotations with the SPHS after-school Athletics Program. Under the...
Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Announces 2025 ROSE COURT
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® is thrilled to announce the seven members of the 2025 Rose Court presented by Citizens Business Bank. The anticipated...
The Piano Lesson | A Noise Within continues commitment to August Wilson’s American Century...
On the heels of critically acclaimed A Noise Within productions of Gem of the Ocean, Seven Guitars, Radio Golf and King Hedley II, director...
Special Event Presentation by SPPF: Historian & Author Becky Nicolaides Sat. October 5
South Pasadena Preservation Foundation Special Event Presentation
Historian & Author Becky Nicolaides
Saturday, October 5, 2024
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
1301 Chelten Way, South Pasadena
Tickets: $10 CLICK HERE...
The Hive South Pasadena | It’s Time to Book That Art Class! October Creative...
This October, The Hive Art Studio in South Pasadena is offering an exciting lineup of workshops and art classes that invite the community to...
¡Pasaje! World Premiere at Sierra Madre Playhouse
The historic Sierra Madre Playhouse, an intimate performing arts center noted for its eclectic programming, presents the world premiere of ¡Pasaje!, an enchanting journey...
Rose Court Finalists 2025 | Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Media Release
Before the final round of interviews, the 28 finalists for the 2025 Rose Court presented by Citizens Business Bank took a group photo...
The Dinosaur Farm Celebrates 30 Years in South Pasadena
Millions of years ago, dinosaurs were wiped out by a giant meteorite. The challenges faced by the popular Dinosaur Farm toy store over the...
SPUSD Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to South Pasadena Unified School District’s (SPUSD) 2024 Teacher of the Year, Oliver Valcorza, who was honored at the Los Angeles County Teacher...
Cirque du Soleil Celebrates its Return to the Santa Monica Pier with the Razzle-dazzle...
The thrilling, internationally-acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production, KOOZA, is coming to the Santa Monica Pier from October 19 through December 1. Audiences are invited...
SPMS Advanced Drama Class Experiences “The Skin of Our Teeth”
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 24 seventh and eighth grade students from SPMS hopped on board the Metro to Pasadena and visited A Noise...
News Report: Revisiting South Pasadena City Staff Produced ‘Virtual Town Hall’ on Housing Element...
As South Pasadena gears up for the upcoming November 5th elections, the housing debate remains at the forefront of local discussions. In an effort...
POLL RESULTS SOUTH PASADENA: Residents Highlight Community Priorities and Concerns
In an informal community poll addressing a wide range of local concerns, hundreds of South Pasadena residents responded on the most pressing issues facing...
Wine & Song | Holly Bernt and Bernie Larsen at The Daily
This Wednesday, September 18, at 7pm, join guest host Claire Holey at The Daily as she welcomes Holly Bernt and Bernie Larsen.
"We're settling into...
THE HIVE SOUTH PASADENA: ‘We’re Here for the Making’ – an Art Community for...
Nestled in the heart of South Pasadena, The Hive offers a safe and vibrant space for artists, crafters, and creatives of all levels. Whether...
National Merit Scholar Awards | SPHS Semifinalists Named
On September 11, 2024, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the semifinalists in the 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. SPHS semifinalists join approximately 16,000 qualifying students...
9/11 – Patriot Day 2024: A Day of Remembrance and Service
On this Patriot Day, we pause to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Twenty-three years later,...
CELEBRATING NATURE | Karen Steen Exhibit at SPARC Centre Gallery
“Celebrating Nature,” an exhibition of mixed media works on paper by artist Karen Steen will be presented by the South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC),...
UPDATED – Eviction Notice: Uncertain Future for South Pasadena Historical Museum, Decision Sept 4th...
News Update: September 5, 2024
South Pasadena City Council Meeting Update: Awaiting Decisions on Museum Lease
The City of South Pasadena held a Closed Session Council...
South Pasadena Author Percival Everett to Appear at Open Book Event at A Noise...
Local resident Percival Everett is the author of “James,” a best-selling novel published this year. It is a reimagining of Mark Twain’s “Adventures of...
Senior Center Luau says Aloha to Summer
Seniors gathered at the South Pasadena Senior Center last week to say Aloha to summer with a festive luau. The staff decorated the dining...
Restoration Concert September 15 | Roger Wilkie and Rudolfo Leone
The 29th season of Restoration Concerts opens with a piano and violin duo on Sunday, September 15, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. Roger Wilkie -...
2025 Rose Court Selection Process Begins
MEDIA RELEASE
We are excited to continue the treasured legacy of the Rose Court, whose members benefit by connecting with their communities, giving back in...
South Pasadena Public Library Summer Reading Program Wrap Up
The South Pasadena Public Library congratulates 1774 Summer Reading Program (SRP) participants who read over 12,664 hours in just eight weeks!
Youth enjoyed 32 programs...
Wine & Song at The Daily | Flagship Romance and Dirty Laundry
"Fun times are being had at our new Wednesday night home — The Daily," says Wine & Song curator, Brad Colerick. "It's in the...
