Winter Choir Concert at SPMS | Schools Showcase Their Vocal Talents
Music filled the air Wednesday night as choir members from South Pasadena High School and the local middle school presented their annual Vocal Music...
AV Marketplace SATURDAY | Students Share Their Wares
Arroyo Vista PTA is hosting its 4th Annual AV Marketplace to encourage young entrepreneurship. This event will take place on Saturday, 12/14 from 10am to...
Throwback Thursday | Back in My Day…
Storytellers usually begin with “Once upon a time...” And if the one telling the story is recalling how things were, he or she may...
Rose Parade Float Goes on Another Test Drive | Working out Kinks Before New...
In just a few short weeks, the City of South Pasadena’s float will set sail on a 5-½-mile voyage down Colorado Boulevard in the...
Spark of Love Toy Drive | Fire Department Joins in Giving Holiday Cheer
The South Pasadena Fire Department, in cooperation with ABC7, CVS Drugstores and other Southland Fire Departments, is collecting toys for their 25th annual Spark of...
Kipke Voted in as New School Board President | Suzie Abajian Honored for Service
Back in a familiar role, Dr. Michele Kipke will serve her third term as president of the South Pasadena Board of Education.
Her peers on...
Farmer’s Market Tree Lighting | City & Chamber of Commerce Ring in the Holidays
It kicks off the shopping season, brings the community together, and brings smiles – lots of them – to those bundled up on a...
Three Promotions at SPPD | Long-Time Members Receive High-Ranking Titles
Reorganization of the South Pasadena Police Department has taken place with three officers receiving promotions.
Sergeants Thomas Jacobs and Shannon Robledo are now lieutenants while...
Arroyo Vista State Float Parade | Students Roll Out Continental Creations
With the Tournament of Roses Queen and Court looking on, dozens of miniature floats rolled past hundreds last Friday to the applause and fanfare...
TIGER RUN 2019 | 22 Years of Running Through South Pasadena Streets
A morning rain at the outset of Saturday’s Tiger Run didn’t dampen the spirit of some 700 strong who wouldn’t let stormy skies get...
John Pope Leaves South Pasadena | Public Information Officer Reflects on Eventful Year
Over a stretch of about a year and a half, John Pope created the City of South Pasadena’s first crisis communications plan, produced a...
FROZEN Melts Hearts at Hollywood Pantages
If you’re thinking you’ve seen the movie a dozen (or a hundred?) times so you don’t really need to see it on stage, think...
Board of Education Preview | Selecting New President, Recognizing Volleyball Team Amongst Highlights
Who’s going to be the next South Pasadena Board of Education president?
It’s up for grabs, but if history has anything to do with it,...
Senator Portantino Recognizes Hotbox Vintage | Delilah Currie Receives ‘Young Entrepreneur Award’
Delilah Currie has a talented eye for special fashion finds that span decades of style.
Odds always seem to be in her favor that once...
‘Life in Plastic’ Special Screening TUESDAY | NREC Hosts Environmental Event at Library
A documentary entitled, “Life in Plastic: California’s Recycling Woes,” will be shown on Tuesday, December 10, from 6 to 7 p.m., in the South...
Mayor Delivers State of City | Annual Retrospective for South Pasadena
Dr. Marina Khubesrian likes a catchy phrase attributed to the City of South Pasadena, sharing it to illustrate the community’s feisty spirit during her...
Throwback Thursday | Oranges Make Better Snowballs
Most of us gaze wistfully at our snowcapped mountains, knowing we can fully appreciate the winter season without having to shovel snow.
Every day is...
Bob Joe Voted in as New Mayor | Khubesrian Ceremoniously Hands Over Position
Robert Joe, known simply as “Bob” by most around town, was selected by his peers Wednesday night to serve as the City of South...
Defining ‘Wrongful Eviction’ Remains Vague | Tyson Family of Doctors Rescinds then Reinstates Tenant’s...
For a couple days, Christine Bullard could breathe easy.
The “no fault” 60-day eviction notice her building manager handed her Oct. 22 had turned the...
Todd Brown Day at SPMS | Students and Faculty Celebrate Admired Teacher
He’ll be remembered for his lasting friendships with students, a positive connection with parents and the supportive community he impacted heavily over the years.
Talking...
FROZEN Announces Digital Lottery for Los Angeles Run | Dec. 4 – Feb. 2,...
Disney Theatrical Productions and Broadway in Hollywood announced today that the highly anticipated North American tour launch of Disney’s Frozen at Hollywood Pantages Theatre...
Partying with the Dinosaur Farm | Going Strong After a Quarter Century in South...
Jokingly, he calls himself “Dinosaur Dave,” a smiling Dave Plenn said, laughing at the nickname, adding that he keeps track of new species of...
August Wilson’s “JITNEY” | Now at The Mark Taper Forum
A masterpiece by two-time Pulitzer winner August Wilson with the production that completed his American Century Cycle on Broadway and received the 2017 Tony...
SPARC Holiday Party | 4th Annual Celebration at Bullseye Glass WEDNESDAY
The South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) is holding its 4th Annual Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bullseye...
Throwback Thursday | My South Pas “Most Thankful” List
Thanksgiving is a time for personal reflection. The process begins today for most people, lasting through the “holiday season” until late December – ending...
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! | Thankful Thoughts from South Pasadenans
I am thankful for my happiness, the kindness of others and for what I have, not what I don’t have.
I’m thankful for the relationship I have...
Work Begins on Athletic Facilities at SPHS | Projected Completion Within a Year
It’s viewed as “another milestone,” summed up South Pasadena Unified School District Superintendent Geoff Yantz, pleased that a major reconstruction effort of the local...
City Recognizes ‘Transition South Pasadena’ | Group Promotes Environmental Consciousness
It came together when a group of concerned residents chose to step up and to do something to address environmental issues in need of...
Citywide Bike Parking Plan Passes | Forging a Cycle-Friendly Environment
Bill Glazier and a city report contributed to this article
South Pasadena City Council members Wednesday night awarded a construction contract to E.C. Construction Company,...
SPHS Band and Color Guard Continue Competition Run | Keeps Focus on Fall Season...
By Jason Liu
South Pasadena High School’s Tiger Marching Band and Color Guard recently traveled to El Camino College in Torrance to compete in the...
