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“SHE” Takes a Hopeful Journey at ANTAEUS
Antaeus Theatre Company has opened their new season with the powerfully evocative and beautifully executed coming-of-age story, world premiere of Marlow Wyatt’s “SHE”. It’s a thoughtful slice of American pie we don’t often see...
Holiday Greenery | A New Twist on an Old Tradition
For over 70 years, Boy Scout Troop 342 has been selling Christmas Greenery in the neighborhoods of South Pasadena and southern Pasadena, to raise funds to support their program. But this year, there’s a...
CalTrans Homes South Pasadena | 626 Prospect Settlement: Judge Acts on His Own Motion
Judge Curtis A. Kin has approved a settlement in South Pasadena's lawsuit challenging Caltrans' sale of the 12-unit multi-family property at 626 Prospect to the development arm of the Pasadena-based Friendship Baptist Church.
The judge...
Harry Randall (Randy) Leach | A Life Remembered
Obituary Provided by The Leach Family
Harry Randall Leach, Randy, passed into his peace on Monday, October 9, 2023.
Randy was born in Evanston, Illinois on April 25, 1946 to Ralph F Leach and Harriet S...
SPHS Homecoming | A Big Night for South Pasadena High School
Most Royal Tiger Crowned
As fireworks lit the sky above Ray Solari field, the most royal tiger was crowned, overshadowing the smell of popcorn, Tiger Dogs and nachos from the close to a dozen volunteers...
SPHS Football | Coming Home: Late Game Heroics Bring Home a Win For South...
Tigers senior Luke Riffle intercepted a pass in overtime to lift South Pasadena to a 34-27 Rio Hondo league victory Friday over the La Cañada Spartans at Ray Solari Stadium in front of hundreds...
Moving Concert Held at South Pasadena Public Library
Another beautiful and heartfelt concert was held last week at the second Restoration Concert of the new season at South Pasadena Public Library community room. Cellist Cecilia Tsan and pianist Steven Vanhauwaert performed the...
Exploring the Macabre | Your Guide to Creepy Curio in South Pasadena
From hidden stairs, to historical houses, take a journey through some local haunts
(1) Arroyo Shrine
A small, seemingly insignificant makeshift monument, it remains a mystery as to who erected this meticulously - and perhaps lovingly...
YST’s “James and the Giant Peach” is Whimsical Fun for the Whole Family
Audiences at the opening this past weekend of Young Stars Theatre’s whimsical production of “James and Giant Peach Jr. were treated to a toe-tapping, feel good time at the historic Fremont Centre Theatre in...
Men’s Hair | Gentleman’s Haircuts at Calibrate Grooming
Calling gentlemen of all ages! There is a new, sophisticated grooming experience that awaits you nestled in the serene community of South Pasadena. A novel idea that was born out of the pandemic, a...
The ABCs of Decorating a Rose Parade Float | Join the South Pas Float...
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South Pasadena Tournament of Roses takes us through the ABCs of Decorating a Rose Parade Float:
Before a float can be decorated, it must be designed and built.
A: Approve Design & Plan
Everything starts once...
The Inside Story | Conflict in Israel – The War in the Middle East...
As war wages for its third week, the fighting in Gaza has killed nearly 3,000 and left more than 12,500 wounded. For Israel, the death toll reached to over 1,400 and close to 300...
FALL ARTS CRAWL | Free Neighborhood Night on the Town October 21
In celebration of the autumnal season, a lively lineup of art, music, activities, and food offerings is on tap for the local community in and around South Pasadena as the Chamber of Commerce hosts...
Tracy Macrum invites you to a Trust Seminar at COMPASS
Join us at our Trust Seminar to learn about the importance of estate planning! Are you concerned about safeguarding your family's future and assets? If you have a trust, has it been reviewed in...
SPHS Marching Band Trailer Dedication Ceremony
On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, the SPHS Instrumental Music Program held a dedication ceremony for the new SPHS Marching Band trailer. It is now parked in the SPHS parking lot and is quite impressive...
The Inside Story | PCC SPORTS: How two equipment managers run the most prestigious...
Nestled beneath the Hutto-Patterson Gym on the Pasadena City College campus, lies the equipment room.
Huddled in between a workout room and the athletic training department, two equipment managers spend eight hours, and often more,...
Wild and Wonderful “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at A Noise Within
A Noise Within’s new production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream" is a wildly inventive and visually arresting spectacle for the senses. Co-directors Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott swing for the fences, creating a dark...
“The Engagement Party” Begs the Question, Is the Past Ever Really Past?
It’s a cold January evening in 2007 and a beautiful, young couple are awaiting their dinner guests in their swanky Upper East Side apartment. We soon find out it’s actually a small gathering of...
Live Shows on Mission Street! | Get Your Tickets for The Starlit Stage at...
Nestled in the heart of South Pasadena lies a gem that glistens with creativity and vibrancy – Jeweled Universe. More than just a store, it's an experience waiting to unfold.
Owned and curated by Diana...
Pillar of The Community | ECS Celebrates 100 Years of Legacy at MonteCedro
By David Weidert, Executive Director of MonteCedro
On September 22, 2023, MonteCedro in Altadena celebrated 100 years of delivering on its parent company’s mission to deliver exceptional communities and services to seniors in Southern California.
The...
Israel-Gaza Conflict | Dozens Gather For Memorial Service
On Monday night, dozens gathered at the Chabad of Pasadena to worship in solidarity, showing their support for Israel after the recent attacks by Hamas over the weekend.
Families came from all over the San...
It’s Pumpkin Time!
Nothing signals the coming of Halloween like those big, beautiful pumpkins piling up on the corner of Fremont and Mission Street at our very own South Pasadena Pumpkin Patch! And after all we've come...
CalTrans Homes | Deadline Set, Costs Rise in Battle to Combine CalTrans Property Settlements
Nearly 10 months after South Pasadena Mayor Jon Primuth said the City “soon will have a well-developed set of options” to purchase 19 Caltrans-owned residential properties, no plan has emerged. Meantime the city's cost...
HADESTOWN | A Story Worth Telling Again and Again
The Fates are with us, Angelenos, because we are being given a second chance to take a trip to “Hadestown” at the Ahmanson, and this latest iteration of the Anaïs Mitchell folk opera musical...
D.U.D.E.S. and KIWANIS Pickleball Tournament Great Success
The 1st Annual South Pasadena Pickleball Tournament was a great success! The event raised over $2,500 to benefit the South Pasadena High School Wellness Center.
The first-ever South Pasadena Pickleball Tournament took place this past...
Halloween in South Pasadena | Meet “The Rolling Bones”
By Alysia Painter
A piano grandly placed on top of a house, and a drum kit, too, and several celestial superstars wielding horns, guitars, and mics?
It sounds like a surreal scene straight out of a...
10AM Saturday | Important Community Meeting on Substantial Remodel Evictions
The City of South Pasadena is hosting a Community Meeting on Saturday, October 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This will be a hybrid meeting held in Council Chambers and via Zoom. Location and...
South Pasadena Housing | General Plan Update, Housing Element Approved, Errors & Confusing Data...
The South Pasadena City Council on Sept. 27 approved major changes to its 25-year-old General Plan, along with a bevy of related zoning ordinances and an environmental document. The changes will put the city...
Restoration Concert Features Cecilia Tsan and Steven Vanhauwaert | October 22
The Restoration Concert on Sunday, October 22, at 4:00 p.m. will feature cellist Cecilia Tsan and pianist Steven Vanhauwaert. They will be performing the music of Fauré, Brahms, Beethoven, Debussy, Nan Schwartz & John...
South Pasadenan, Phoebe Ho, Named to Royal Court for 2024 Tournament of Roses
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® announced the seven members of the 2024 Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank this morning and South Pasadena High School's Phoebe Ho was named as one of the...
