Public Safety | LASD Increases Readiness & Patrols Across LA County
In response to ongoing global events and the conflict in the Middle East, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) has moved to an...
Water Conservation | Save Money with City of South Pasadena Rebates
The City of South Pasadena offers a variety of water conservation rebates to help residents reduce water use, lower utility bills, and support a...
Green Living | Free Spring 2026 Landscaping Workshops for Residents
The City of South Pasadena, in partnership with Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District (Upper Water), is excited to offer a new series...
Water Conservation | Continued Outdoor Watering Restrictions
Across the United States, an estimated 30% of treated drinking water is lost before it ever reaches a tap, primarily due to leaks, inefficient...
Pre-Approved ADU Plans | Community Focus Group Meeting Set for March 26
The South Pasadena Community Development Department is inviting residents to a focus group meeting to help shape the city’s upcoming Pre-Approved ADU Plan Program.
Shaping...
Heat Advisory | High Temperatures Forecast for Los Angeles Region
Heat Advisory for the LA Region is expected from Thursday, March 12 at 10 AM until Friday, March 13 at 8 PM. High Temperatures are...
SPUSD Snapshot | South Pasadena Middle School Named 2026 California Distinguished School
SPUSD Media Release
The California Department of Education (CDE) recently announced that South Pasadena Middle School (SPMS) has been selected for the prestigious 2026 California...
Strings & Things | Community Crafting Returns to South Pasadena Library
Local crafters of all skill levels are invited to gather for "Strings & Things" on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00...
Barks & Books | Read Aloud to Sawyer the Therapy Dog at the Library
Children ages 4–12 are invited to practice their reading skills with Sawyer, a friendly therapy dog, on Wednesday, March 11, from 4:30 PM to...
SPUSD Snapshot | Jennifer Simon Named as 2026 District Teacher of the Year
SPUSD Media Release
South Pasadena Unified School District is proud to announce that Arroyo Vista 4th Grade teacher Jennifer Simon has been named the 2026...
How Small Businesses are Fighting Back Against Fake Online Inquiries
As digital platforms and e-commerce dominate the business landscape, small businesses are facing an ongoing struggle against a new kind of enemy: fake online...
SPUSD School Board Meeting | March 10 Vote on Audits, Student Travel & Budget
The South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) Board of Education will hold a regular board meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 1100 El...
ODS Walk & Talk | Community Invited to Join Guided Outdoor Discussion
The City of South Pasadena is inviting residents to participate in an ODS Walk & Talk, an interactive community event designed to spark discussion...
Bookmark Contest | Library Invites Youth to Design 2026 Bookmarks
Young readers and artists are invited to participate in the 2026 Bookmark Contest hosted by the South Pasadena Public Library.
The contest encourages children and...
Open Screen LA Returns March 3 with Film Showcase & Afterparty at The Lyric...
Open Screen LA will host its next monthly film showcase on Tuesday, March 3, inviting filmmakers, creatives, and audiences to gather for an evening...
‘BURNED’ Anthology Marks Anniversary of Eaton Fire with Stories of Loss & Resilience
On the one-year anniversary of the Eaton Fire, a devastating event that scorched the foothills and lives of many in the Altadena and Pasadena...
Registration Opens March 9 | 2026 Summer Camp Med Returns to Orange Grove Park
Summer Camp Med is back for 2026, offering a full season of fun, creativity, and active play for children ages 5 to 11. Hosted...
Registration Open | 2026 Spring Break Camp Med Set for March 30–April 3
Camp Med is pleased to announce its 2026 Spring Break Camp, a week-long recreational program offering a variety of games, crafts, and structured activities...
Rose Parade 2027 | Tournament of Roses Announces 21 Marching Bands for 138th New...
Happy National Marching Band Day! Celebrated on March 4, it’s a perfect time to “march forth” and recognize the talent, dedication and spirit of...
SPUSD Snapshot | Guest Readers Visit Classrooms During Read Across America Week
To celebrate Read Across America Week, March 2-6, 2026, special guest readers from throughout South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) visited Monterey Hills classrooms...
Weather South Pasadena: Breezy Midweek, Warmer Days Ahead
South Pasadena heads into the middle of the week with mild temperatures and increasing winds, followed by a stretch of warmer, sunny weather into...
$128 Million Bond Measure Approved for June Election | SPUSD
SPUSD NEWS RELEASE
On Tuesday, the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) School Board approved adding a $128 million facilities bond measure to the June...
‘Into the Desert’ by Chris Bray
BY CHRIS BRAY | “Tell Me How This Ends” | on Substack
I’ve been in the desert this weekend, without much in the way of wifi...
Fatal Traffic Collision South Pasadena | Pedestrian Struck on Hope Street Near Fair Oaks
On March 3, 2026, at approximately 10:15 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of Fair Oaks Avenue and Hope Street for an injury traffic...
Hilariously Haunted Fremont Center Theatre: Y.S.T.A. Delivers the Laughs With ‘Beetlejuice Jr.’
The Fremont Centre Theatre went interdimensional this weekend as the Young Stars Theatre Academy presented Beetlejuice Jr., a spirited and funny production filled with...
SPUSD Snapshot | Monterey Hills, Marengo Host Statewide Bilingual Education Visit
On February 24 and 25, 2026, instructional coaches and administrators from throughout Southern California visited Monterey Hills Elementary School and Marengo Elementary School as...
Register Now | Extra $500 Chips Offered for Early Sign-Ups to 11th Annual South...
Registration is now open for the 11th Annual South Pasadena Main Event Poker Tournament, scheduled for Saturday, March 14, at the War Memorial Building.
Doors...
Updated Announcement | ‘Joanne Nuckols Memorial Gathering’ War Memorial Building February 28
Joanne Nuckols Memorial Gathering to Be Held Saturday, February 28, 2026
NOTE: Arrival/Start Time Updated 11:00 AM Arrivals. 12:00 Noon Speakers
The community is invited to...
SPARC’s “Artistry Unveiled” Honors Women’s History Month with Exhibition, Workshops, Poetry & Music
This March, the South Pasadena Arts Council (SPARC) presents Artistry Unveiled, a monthlong celebration of Women’s History Month featuring a powerful solo exhibition, hands-on workshops,...
“We Are Not the Disaster” Screening Highlights Fire-Impacted Filmmakers’ Stories of Resilience
On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the historic First United Methodist Church of Pasadena will host "We Are Not the Disaster," a special screening event...
