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Academic Coaching for Students Now Offered by Hodis Learning & Music | Tutoring by...

Hodis Learning and Music (HLM) is excited to announce their new Academic Coaching program to help students develop important academic skills like time management, organization, prioritization, and study skills. These are also known as executive...

Get Your Tickets Today | Last Chance to Attend the D.U.D.E.S. 1st Whiskey Tasting...

Attention all connoisseurs of fine spirits and community enthusiasts in South Pasadena. Get ready for a unique blend of luxury, leisure, and local love. SATURDAY 6pm ~ 9pm at CALIBRATE: 915 Fremont (near Mission) ~ CLICK...
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Get Organized for The Holidays & New Year Coming Fast | Homes & Businesses...

As the holiday season approaches, the need for a well-organized home or business space becomes more pressing than ever. In the bustling neighborhoods of Pasadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, La Canada, and surrounding areas,...
PHOTO: provided by FSPPL | The South Pasadenan | Roxanne Garcia (left) and Angela Watson love books and decided they had to attend the Friends of the Library Holiday Book Sale.

Holiday Book Sale at South Pasadena Library | December 1-3

Calling all book lovers and holiday shoppers! The Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library Bookstore are holding their annual Holiday Gift Book Sale this weekend, December 1st, 2nd & 3rd. In addition to...

SOLD OFF 1.8 Acre Property on Mission Street in South Pasadena

The commercial real estate property that is currently occupied by ExtraSpace Storage (formerly Southmark Storage) has been sold. Gelt Ventures has recently completed the sale of South Pasadena Storage, a self-storage facility located at 919...

Santa Fe Crafts Presents: Piles of Pawn Native American Jewelry Sale – Holiday Edition

Discover a treasure trove of history and artistry at the much-anticipated Piles of Pawn Native American Jewelry Sale! Hosted by Santa Fe Crafts, a renowned establishment since 1984, this event is a celebration of...

Illegal Biolab In Central California: PRC-Linked Biolab Raises Questions Statewide

In a startling revelation, the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, chaired by Mike Gallagher (R-WI), disclosed findings from its investigation into an illegal biolab in Reedley, CA, linked to the People's...

Sip & Shop Soirée | Holiday Shopping Event of the Year!

The Woman’s Club of South Pasadena will host its third annual Sip & Shop Soirée! At this holiday shopping and entertaining event, you can find a gift for everyone on your list. Join us Saturday, December...
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ELF Jr. is Here for the Holidays!

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Young Stars Theatre is back with their favorite holiday tradition, Elf Jr.! A whimsical musical that’s fun for the whole...

Crunch Time Party Set for December 29

MEDIA RELEASE Tickets are now available to attend Crunch Time, the major fundraiser for the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses’ (SPTOR) self-built parade float. The popular annual event will take place from 6 to...

Wine & Song at Lost Parrot Cafe | Claire Holley and Cej

After the long Thanksgiving weekend full of food, families, and friends, the time is right for a night out on the town at Lost Parrot Cafe and the music of Wine & Song. This Wednesday,...

TIGER RUN Set for Saturday December 2 to Benefit SPHS Booster Club

Runners, joggers and walkers of all ages are gearing up to roll through the streets of South Pasadena for Saturday’s Tiger Run featuring a 5K, 10K and fun run for kids. Entry fees for the...

Festive Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony at Farmers Market on Thursday

South Pasadenans are cordially invited by the Chamber of Commerce to enjoy what has become a heartwarming tradition here in town - the lighting of the holiday tree and menorah. It's a wonderful way...

Small Business Saturday | Shop Local to Support our Local Shops – Less Stress,...

It’s sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday and is a day to pull shoppers out big box stores and malls and bring them to main streets across America. South Pasadena shops along, and close...
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A Christmas Carol | South Pasadena Theatre Workshop

Come one and all to see Charles Dickens' remarkable transformative masterpiece - A Christmas Carol at South Pasadena Theatre Workshop! "Our goal for the past fourteen years has been to bring live professional theatre...

Turn it Over | L.A. Lakers fall to Sacramento Kings 125-110 despite LeBron James...

Sacramento’s Domantas Sabonis went 13 of 19 with 29 points, 16 rebounds, and seven assists to lead the Kings to a 125-110 victory Wednesday night over the Los Angeles Lakers at a near-capacity Crypto.com...

Brunch & Special Historic Home Tour | SPPF Event December 2nd

Join Us for Brunch & a Grand Tour Get Your Tickets Today Click Here Price: $35 for members/$45 for non-members December 2, 2023, 10:00 a.m. to Noon LOCATION: 217 Oaklawn, South Pasadena South Pasadena Preservation Foundation Presents Brunch and a Historic...
PHOTO: Alisa Hayashida | The South Pasadenan | Director of Life, Peace and Justice, Marlene Moore, with former Mayor Bob Joe at the Thanksgiving Giving Bank at Holy Family Church.

The Season of Giving at Holy Family | Happy Thanksgiving

Holy Family Giving Bank kicked off the season of giving and gratitude this morning with their annual Thanksgiving food distribution where close to 500 turkeys along with produce and canned goods are given out...
PHOTO: Bill Glazier | The South Pasadenan | Mt. SAC grounds crew gather around electric mower.

South Pasadena Among Leaders in Green Technology

Sharing a story from his youth, Gary Chow talked about growing up urging his father to drive behind buses because he enjoyed the smell of diesel fumes pouring out. The president of the board for...

Golden China Restaurant: A South Pasadena Favorite for Family Style Chinese Cuisine

Golden China Restaurant at 1115 Fair Oaks Avenue in South Pasadena has been a local go-to for fantastic Chinese food for over 40 years. This place isn’t just about a quick delicious dinner; it’s...
PHOTO: Alisa Hayashida | The South Pasadenan | The 2023 PTSA Reflections exhibit at SPARC Gallery.

SPHS Students Display Art at PTSA Reflections Exhibit | SPARC Gallery

Art students across four disciplines participated in an exhibit Monday evening, November 13, at the SPARC Gallery in South Pasadena. They were all participants in the PTSA Reflections competition and SPARC hosted the exhibit...

The Final Chapter | Arizona State Takes Down UCLA 17-7

Arizona State's Trenton Bourguet threw for 149 yards with one touchdown, leading the Sun Devils to a 17-7 victory on Friday over the UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl, marking their last Pac-12 game...
PHOTO: Tournament of Roses | The South Pasadenan | 2024 Rose Court with Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo at the Tournament of Roses Community Open House.

Pasadena Tournament of Roses Hosts Community Open House in Partnership with Pasadena Community Coalition

Today, the Pasadena Tournament of Roses® celebrated the fifth anniversary of their Community Open House celebration, in partnership with the Pasadena Community Coalition. This event brought people together to celebrate the diversity of the...

WINE & SONG at Lost Parrot Cafe Wednesday November 15

After a fantastic show last week, hosted by David Plenn, Brad Colerick is back in town for this Wednesday's hootenanny that is WINE & SONG at Lost Parrot Cafe. This week features Lucas Lawson...

SAG-AFTRA Strike Ends | Intermission is Over as Actors Across San Gabriel Valley React...

Earlier this week, the SAG-AFTRA strikes came to an end as the union and the studios reached a historic agreement, concluding the 118-day strike in a unanimous decision. Both parties have emerged with a deal...
PHOTO: Jeff Lorch | The South Pasadenan | John Douglas Thompson, Alfred Molina, and Cast in Inherit the Wind

A Stirring and Timely “Inherit The Wind” at Pasadena Playhouse

At a time when book banning has reared its head again in our country and people seem to be more divided than ever, Pasadena Playhouse brings us a stirring production of “Inherit The Wind”...
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Marine Corps Birthday 2023 | 248 Years of Fierce Dedication

On this notable day, we commemorate the 248th birthday of the United States Marine Corps, an institution steeped in valor, discipline, and unyielding commitment to the nation. Since its inception on November 10, 1775,...
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CalTrans Homes | Newly Signed Real Estate Sales Rep. Responds to Concerns

The Keller Williams DTLA and The Dave Knight Real Estate Team, selected last week by the South Pasadena City Council to resell the 19 residential properties that the city is negotiating to purchase from...

Amazon Sued by FTC | Price Manipulation Scheme Costing Customers over $1.4 Billion Dollars

Amazon is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) detailing alleged  illegal strategies to increase profits from its online retail operations, including the use of a secret algorithm known as 'Project...

Restoration Concert November 19 features New Hollywood String Quartet

The Restoration Concert on Sunday, November 19 at 4:00 p.m. will feature the New Hollywood String Quartet performing Tchaikovsky's String Quartet No. 1 in D Major op. 11.  Cellist Brian Schuldt and Violist Meredith...
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