PHOTO: California Science Center | The South Pasadenan | Dogs! A Science Tail Returns to the California Science Center And is Now Open

“Dogs! A Science Tail” Returns to the California Science Center

The beloved exhibition Dogs! A Science Tail has returned to the California Science Center, offering visitors a fresh opportunity to explore the extraordinary relationship...
PHOTO: SPARC | The South Pasadenan | Promotional image for Adam Cramer's "Material Disruptions" exhibition, showing a close-up of a sculpture with rebar and concrete

SPARC Ignites June with Storytelling and Material Disruptions in South Pasadena

The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is set to enrich the local arts scene this June with two captivating events: an intimate evening with...
Wine & Song | May 21

Wine & Song at The Daily | Barker & Genfan; Jodi Siegel, with Special...

Southern California’s beloved music series, Wine & Song, will take the stage at this year’s NextFest LA, a multi-stage celebration happening during the LA...

Operation Cookie Returns to South Pasadena to Honor Veterans with Sweet Surprises

In celebration of Memorial Day, “Operation Cookie” will once again bring warmth and appreciation to hospitalized, homeless, and special needs veterans across Southern California....
Altadena Fire Recovery | Loma Alta Park will be rebuilt, revitalized, and greatly enhanced. Reopening in May 2025

Loma Alta Park Reopens as “Super Park” with Major Enhancements After Eaton Fire

Loma Alta Park has officially reopened following extensive revitalization efforts led by the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation. Severely impacted by...
PHOTO: Paige Reynolds | The South Pasadenan | Lin Vlacich and SPTOR Golf Tournament Chair, Alan Vlacich.

Annual Golf Tournament South Pasadena | Support the 2026 Rose Parade Float Build

Tee off for tradition this Father’s Day weekend at the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses (SPTOR) Annual Golf Tournament, set for Saturday, June 14,...

Get Ready for the SPHS Annual Picnic at Garfield Park on June 7, 2025!

The South Pasadena High School Alumni Association invites all SPHS grads to celebrate at its annual All-Class Alumni Reunion Picnic on Saturday, June 7...

4th of July Parade South Pasadena | Sign-Up’s are Open!

A Community Tradition Since 1982 The City of South Pasadena will once again host its cherished Festival of Balloons 4th of July Parade on Friday,...
PHOTO: County of Los Angeles Public Health | The South Pasadenan | The Cultivating Farmers Micro-Grant provides $15,000-$20,000 in funding to support urban growers across Los Angeles

Los Angeles Urban Growers Can Apply for Cultivating Farmers Micro-Grant by June 13

Urban farmers across Los Angeles have an opportunity to apply for the Cultivating Farmers Micro-Grant, a funding initiative providing $15,000 to $20,000 per awardee....
2025 Golden Arrow Awards

Golden Arrow Award Winners 2025 | South Pasadena Beautiful

South Pasadena Beautiful celebrates the return of spring blooms by recognizing five private residences with the Golden Arrow Award. 614 El Centro St. The Felser family...
The 11th Annual Taste of South Pasadena returns on Tuesday, May 13th from 5–8 PM

Taste of South Pasadena 2025 Kicks Off May 13 to Support Eaton Fire Relief

The 11th Annual Taste of South Pasadena returns Tuesday, May 13, from 5 to 8 p.m., offering an evening of culinary delights, live music,...
It's 'Me Time': In the words of Eleanor Brownn, "Self-care is not self indulgence, self-care is self-preservation." So let's lock in our weekend with cosy plans, chill outfits, and much-needed ME time!

The Weekend Edit: Cosy Plans, Chill Outfits, and a Little Me Time

Weekends are a treasure trove of relaxation, leisure, and, of course, a little bit of ME time. The daily rush of deadlines, meetings, and...

Home-Based Culinary Entrepreneurs | LA County’s MEHKO Program Issues Over 100 Permits

Los Angeles County, through its Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and Department of Public Health (DPH), has announced that over 100 Microenterprise Home Kitchen...
OPEN HOUSE: Rare 1911 Craftsman Home on Last Undeveloped Lot in South Pasadena Hits Market

OPEN HOUSE: Rare 1911 Craftsman Home For Sale on Last Undeveloped Lot in South...

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity awaits in South Pasadena, where the last undeveloped parcel of land in the city’s flatlands—complete with a pristine 1911 American Craftsman...
Cool Girl Pizza to Serve Up Flavor and Purpose at Taste of South Pasadena

Cool Girl Pizza to Join Taste of South Pasadena with Samples & Pizza Kits...

Cool Girl Pizza is bringing its bold flavors and community-focused mission to this year’s Taste of South Pasadena, happening Tuesday, May 13 from 5:00...
US Border Patrol San Diego Sector | The South Pasadenan

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Reminds Travelers of Flower Import Rules Ahead of Mother’s...

As Mother’s Day approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at the San Diego Field Office are reminding travelers about the strict...
The 11th Annual Taste of South Pasadena returns on Tuesday, May 13th from 5–8 PM

Get Your Tickets! ‘Taste of South Pasadena’ Returns May 13 with a Cause

The 11th Annual Taste of South Pasadena is set for Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 5–8 PM, offering an evening of mouthwatering bites, drinks,...
The South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee invites the community to a two-day yard sale fundraiser on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the War Memorial Building in South Pasadena.

YARD SALE! South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Yard Sale May 9 and May 10

The South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee will host a two-day community yard sale on Friday, May 9, and Saturday, May 10, from 8...
LAB is creating stunning new costumes that bring the Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter months to life, and the result will be pure stage magic

Los Angeles Ballet Brings the Seasons to Life in Liang’s Enchanted Cinderella

The Los Angeles Ballet (LAB) casts a spell this season with Edwaard Liang’s reimagined Cinderella, premiering in June at the Dolby Theatre. LAB introduces...
PHOTO: LA Master Chorale | The South Pasadenan | Los Angeles Master Chorale Announces 2025-26 Season

Los Angeles Master Chorale Announces Dynamic 2025-26 Season

The Los Angeles Master Chorale, under the leadership of Kiki & David Gindler Artistic Director Grant Gershon, today unveiled its 2025-26 season lineup at...
PHOTO: Pasadena Tournament of Roses | The South Pasadenan | The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Association will open its doors to the public for guided tours at no cost

Free Public Tours of Pasadena’s Historic Tournament House

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Association will open the doors of the Tournament House to the public for free guided tours beginning Thursday, May...
The South Pasadenan News | Dumpster Day South Pasadena | It's time.

Dumpster Day Returns to South Pasadena: “The Purge” Home Edition

Once a year, South Pasadenans get the green light to do what they’ve secretly wanted to do for months: shove that broken IKEA bookcase,...
South Pasadena Gears Up for Parti Gras 2025: A Superhero Celebration for a Cause

Parti Gras 2025! ‘A Superhero Celebration’ SPEF – Get Your Tickets for May...

SPEF Parti Gras 2025 Tickets CLICK HERE Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PMLocation: Arroyo Seco Golf Course, South Pasadena Community Comes Together...
PHOTO: Open Screen LA | The South Pasadenan | Open Screen Night Returns to The Lyric Hyperion

‘Open Screen’ Returns to The Lyric Hyperion on May 6

Open Screen, the popular monthly short film showcase, is set to return on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at The Lyric Hyperion in Los Angeles....

Public Hearing Tuesday | South Pasadena Planning Commission Holds Major Housing Density & Height...

The South Pasadena Planning Commission is holding a special public hearing tonight, April 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM to consider recommendations to the City...
PHOTO: South Pasadena Public Library | The South Pasadenan | The Art of the Kimono Presentation at the South Pasadena Public Library

Kimono Presentation | South Pasadena Library Hosts Akane Mashimo

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the South Pasadena Public Library invites the community to a unique cultural presentation, The...
Silver Jubilee Women of Eagle Scouts Brunch to Feature Andrew D. Bernstein on May 17, 2025

Eagle Scouts Brunch | Silver Jubilee – Featuring Andrew D. Bernstein Coming May 17,...

The twenty-fifth annual Silver Jubilee Women of Eagle Scouts Brunch, titled Wind Under Their Wings, will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at...
PHOTO: Hotbox Vintage | The South Pasadenan | Hotbox Vintage will once again host its charming Vintage Bouquet Bar

Vintage Bouquet Bar Blooms at Eclectic Music Festival in South Pasadena

Spring has officially arrived in South Pasadena as the much-anticipated Eclectic Music Festival returns this Saturday with a celebration of local music, art, and...

Identity Protection: How to Delete Your 23andMe Data

Article Produced and Published for EFF By Thorin Klosowski This week, the genetic testing company 23andMe filed for bankruptcy, which means the genetic data the company...
An Abundance of Caution, a book by David Zweig

Editorial: ‘Heroic Journalism’ by Chris Bray

BY CHRIS BRAY | “Tell Me How This Ends” | on substack David Zweig is the writer who gave us the deeply researched 2023 story about...
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