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Speeding Catches Up With You: South Pasadena PD Urges Drivers to “Slow the Fast...
Media Release
This July and beyond, the South Pasadena Police Department encourages drivers to follow the speed limit and “slow the fast down.”
During the month...
Discussing Willa Cather’s Novel: Death Comes for the Archbishop at the Classics Book Club
Local literature enthusiasts are invited to the next gathering of the Classics Book Club on Saturday, July 25, to discuss Willa Cather’s acclaimed novel,...
Extreme Heat Warning | City Activates Local Cooling Centers
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory from Tuesday, July 14 through Thursday, July...
SB 79 Community Meetings: Help South Pasadena Plan for New State Transit Housing Laws
Media Release
The City of South Pasadena is hosting two community meetings to provide information about Senate Bill (SB) 79, discuss the City's obligations under...
Free Pet Adoption Day on July 18 | Finding Forever Homes Through Summer Fee-Waived...
Pasadena Humane is excited to announce its second Free Adoption Day of the summer. The event takes place on Saturday, July 18, from 10:00...
Nature Park Celebration | Celebrating Two Decades of Community-Led Restoration
Two decades ago, a small group of residents arrived at the 100 block of Pasadena Avenue with little more than rakes, heavy-duty trash bags,...
Janet Braun Launches Re-Election Campaign for South Pasadena City Council
South Pasadena City Councilmember, and past mayor, Janet Braun, currently representing District 5, is officially seeking re-election this November 2026. Her platform centers on...
Auditions Now Open: Join the Cast of YSTA’s Something Rotten! Jr. this Fall
Young Stars Theatre Academy (YSTA) is excited to announce that auditions are now open for its fall production of Something Rotten Jr., inviting young...
South Pasadena Movie Night | Enjoy a Community Screening of Hoppers at Garfield Park
The City of South Pasadena is hosting this installment of its seasonal event series, bringing neighbors together for a relaxed, family-friendly night. The screening...
South Pasadena Library | Building Community Ties Through Strings & Things
Strings & Things offers a unique sanctuary for residents who seek to escape the isolation often found in hobbyist pursuits. Unlike structured classes that...
South Pasadena City Council July 15 Meeting Agenda | New Roundabouts, School Agreements...
On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Mayor Sheila Rossi and the South Pasadena City Council will convene for a significant evening of municipal decisions.
The night...
House Fire on Fremont | Multi-City Response Saves Home as One Resident Recovers
Media Release
At approximately 1:33 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the City of South Pasadena Fire Department, with assistance from Pasadena, San Marino, and...
Jungle Drum Circles with Chazz Ross | Drumming at South Pasadena Library Park
Join percussionist Chazz Ross for an interactive, community drumming session at the South Pasadena Library. Step away from your screens and connect with your...
Altadena Fire Recovery | Senator Pérez & Local Leaders Fight to Shield Eaton Fire...
On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena) joined forces with Altadena municipal leaders and displaced residents at the Sacramento Swing...
South Pasadena Senior Center | Unlocking Hidden Creativity Through the Architecture of Explosion Book...
Explosion books are small personalized books that "explode" into a beautiful series of square and triangular patterns when opened. During this session, we will...
Los Angeles Arboretum | Celebrating the Bloom at the 12th Annual Plumeria Festival
We celebrate our Plumeria Grove, the largest public collection in the western continental United States. The 100-plus trees bloom in summer, delighting visitors with...
South Pasadena 4th of July | Marking 250 Years of the American Spirit from...
The City of South Pasadena is pleased to announce the Fourth of July celebration. This year’s theme is From Sea to Shining Sea: Celebrating 250...
U.S. 101 Construction Update | Caltrans Cancels Planned Bridge Work Closures for This Week
UPDATE: All lane and ramp closures June 30-July 2 have been cancelled.
Caltrans announces overnight lane and ramp closures the week of June 29 for...
Soccer Watch Party at Garfield Park Monday July 6 – South Pasadena to Host...
Media Release
The City of South Pasadena Community Services Department invites the community to attend a family-friendly International Soccer Watch Party on Monday, July 6,...
Rep. Judy Chu Commends Vital FEMA Extension of Financial and Housing Assistance for Eaton...
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the State of California’s request to extend financial assistance under the Individuals and Households Program (IHP) for...
UPDATE: Overnight Closures for Bridge Work on U.S. 101 at Santa Monica Boulevard &...
Caltrans announces overnight lane and ramp closures the week of June 22 for bridge work at U.S. 101 and State Route 2/Santa Monica Boulevard...
Homeowner Rebuild Tour | Survivors of the Eaton Fires Open Their Doors to Share...
The path to recovery is paved with more than just concrete and permits; it is built on the strength of neighbors determined to return...
South Pasadena Library | Building Lifelong Readers Through Saturday Storytime
Public library story time is a fun-filled experience that promotes early literacy skills, engages young children in age-appropriate cognitive and physical developmental activities, and...
South Pasadena Concert in the Park | Garfield Park Welcomes OC Groove Band on...
The City of South Pasadena invites is proud to announce the return of its summer event series at Garfield Park, featuring a full season...
South Pasadena Library | Billy Bonkers Brings Laughter & Magic to Oxley Street
A chorus of giggles and wide-eyed gasps will soon echo off the library walls as a fan-favorite performer returns to engage our youngest residents....
Venezuela Earthquakes Response: LA County Elite International Urban Search & Rescue Team Deployed
The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) international urban search and rescue (USAR) team, known as USA-2, has been activated by the U.S....
Landscape & Gardening Workshop | Learning to Protect Our Homes from Seasonal Wildfire Risks
As fire season approaches, our neighbors are gathering to learn how thoughtful plant choices can turn our yards into a vital line of defense....
South Pasadena Civic Gathering | WISPPA Evening Highlights City Vision & Local Music
The highlight of the evening features an address by South Pasadena City Manager Todd Hileman, who'll serve as the night's guest speaker.
Hileman is slated...
South Pasadena Municipal Calendar | Engaging with City Council & Commission Meetings this Summer
The civic calendar kicks off immediately with joint efforts focused on local youth and broader town governance.
The City of South Pasadena and SPUSD Ad...
Wine & Song June 24 | WISPPA Honors Supervisor Kathryn Barger Ahead of Wine...
The first half of the evening focuses directly on municipal collaboration and regional leadership.
WISPPA members and local organizers will gather at 5:30 PM for...
