SPPD | New Officer David Calderon Welcomed to Department
David Calderon, the newest member of the South Pasadena Police Department, has made a promise “to work hard everyday” in his role as an...
The Glass Menagerie | A Noise Within
Tennessee Williams’ breakthrough autobiographical play, The Glass Menagerie, gets a fresh, poignant production at A Noise Within. The character of Tom Wingfield, as Williams,...
City Budget | Council Addresses Long Term Plans
South Pasadena City Council members heard a long-range budget forecast that is expected to show increased deficits during the next five years.
The presentation by...
WISPPA | Members Vote for Official Name Change
At the March 2, 2019 meeting, WISPPA membership voted to slightly change their name from Women Involved in South Pasadena Political Action to Women...
Thousands of Butterflies Take to the Skies
With the break in the onslaught of recent storms, monarch butteries and painted ladies are taking full advantage of the warm sun. The black-veined...
South Pasadena Little League | Opening Night at Arroyo Park
A state championship team will be presented with trophies and lavished with praise as the South Pasadena Little League hosts Opening Night for the...
Throwback Thursday | Home of the World’s Largest Bird: Cawston Ostrich Farm
Edwin Cawston courted the early-20th-century public's fascination with exotic foreign creatures when he began raising ostriches, for more than the use of their feathers...
Women’s Day March | Annual March in Downtown Los Angeles
Thousands, including many individuals from South Pasadena, are expected to descend upon downtown Los Angeles on Friday for the 2019 International Women's Day March.
The...
First-Ever Commissioners Congress Draws Large Crowd at War Memorial Building
No awards were presented, but if one were designated for “Best News for South Pasadena” coming out of last week’s first-ever Commissioners Congress, hands...
It’s A Big, Bright, Beautiful SHREK JR
This delightful mash-up of fairytale misfits from Pinocchio to the Three Little Pigs, the Big Bad Wolf, Peter Pan and more, who collide with...
South Pasadena Unified School District Welcomes Alfredo Perez
On February 13, 2019, the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) approved hiring Alfredo Perez to serve as the Director of Facilities and Maintenance...
Ray Bradbury Live (forever) | Stage Portrayal to Debut At Library
The first public performance of a new touring stage tribute to iconic author Ray Bradbury is scheduled for Friday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m....
Read Across America | An Arroyo Vista Literary Celebration
One day the kids wore pajamas to school, on another they donned wacky attire while the final day called for silly hats to raise...
Hob Knobin’ Howard | Calm Before the Next Storm
This is one of the oldest South Pasadenans in town - in horse years. Meet: Howie the horse. A 31 year old, 5th generation...
City Council | Cannabis Stores and Parking Meters
As a local store-owner, David Plenn isn’t in favor of parking meters lining the streets of South Pasadena’s downtown business district, unless they added...
Lockdown At San Marino High School
A suspect was arrested Monday morning following an alleged threat, forcing classes to temporarily be canceled at San Marino High School.
The campus at 2701...
Kitchen Fire | SPFD Responds to Incident at Home
Fire trucks rushed to the 1800 hundred block of Court Avenue in South Pasadena early Monday morning after reports of a kitchen fire.
At about...
Wells Fargo Bank | Police & Fire Respond to Man with Knife
Police and fire department units quickly rushed to Wells Fargo Bank in South Pasadena early Saturday morning following reports that a man had cut...
COLD WEATHER | Frigid February Yields Powerful Effects in So Cal
Burrr! February was a Cold One in South Pasadena
Heavy rains and wind brought down power lines, large trees tumbled and temperatures dipped in South...
Super Science Night | Evening at Marengo Elementary Dazzles
Young minds were given an opportunity to learn from professionals, those working in the field, during Marengo Elementary School’s annual Super Science Night last...
PUBLIC HEARING | Mission Bell Project
A proposed 3-story, 36-condominium project on Mission Street at Fairview Avenue in South Pasadena will be the subject of a public hearing as part...
City Council | Branding South Pasadena
A new venture is underway on an economic development planning initiative designed to identify the City of South Pasadena’s strength and weaknesses by marketing...
Throwback Thursday | The Wonders of Busch Gardens
Imagine a place where the sun shines year round. The air is dry. And the sandy, smooth-stoned wash seems dryer still, most of the...
City Council | Community Outreach Plan to Address Budget Deficit
South Pasadena City officials warn of a serious budget deficit facing the city that is expected to grow over the next five years. Community...
Last Chance to see ‘Into the Unknown’ | Cyndi Bemel Photography
This week is your last chance to see Photographer Cyndi Bemel's series of photos which capture a unique look at South Pasadena, on display...
Rotary Club | Dan Evans Speaks About Past in Germany
Past Rotary President Dan Evans was the program speaker for the February 25 meeting of the Rotary Club of South Pasadena at Oneonta Church.
Evans described...
Overturned Car at City Limits | Local Coverage
Firefighters were called to the scene of a crash Tuesday afternoon, resulting in an overturned vehicle at State Street and Pasadena Avenue, just outside...
AYSO Turns 40 | Youth Soccer Organization Celebrates
Youth soccer in South Pasadena is holding a big birthday celebration this year.
That’s right, AYSO Region 214, representing South Pasadena and San Marino, is...
SPHS Music Department | Annual Spaghetti Dinner Thursday
Looking to fill your belly with some delicious Italian food while also supporting the arts?
South Pasadena High’s Instrumental Department is hosting its annual spaghetti...
Coexisting With Coyotes | Meeting on Wednesday
Sponsored by the South Pasadena Animal Commission, the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA will provide a visual presentation and Q&A on Wednesday, February 27, at...
