DRC Queen Visits South Pasadena

Royalty came to South Pasadena last Wednesday. Queen Diambi Kabatusuila, the ruler of Bantu ethnic group located in the Democratic Republic of The Congo, visited...

Smoking Ban | South Pasadena Smoking Ordinance Moves Forward

A first reading to amend an established ordinance to prohibit smoking in all public sidewalks, walkways, parkways, curbs and gutters was approved by the...

1105 Buena Vista Astounds

Real estate adjectives get bandied about profusely in Southern California. However, there are probably not enough descriptive words to properly explain the splendor of...

South Pasadena Pumpkin Patch

Every October brings those beautiful, orange pumpkins piled up high on the corner of Fremont and Mission Street, signaling the beginning of Halloween season....
Pasadena Rose Queen 2024 Naomi Stillitano | The Inside Story: The Glory of Christmas Eve Pasadena Rose Queen PHOTO: BY PASADENA TOURNAMENT OF ROSES® | 2024 Rose Queen® Naomi Stillitano speaking with local television news KTLA at the 105th Rose Queen Coronation.

Pasadena Rose Queen 2024 Naomi Stillitano | The Inside Story: The Glory of Christmas...

Just a few days before Christmas, the 2024 Rose Queen Naomi Stillitano and her family gather in her kitchen. The shimmer from their tree...

Among Concerns about Yellow Water Answers Arise

In recent weeks, some South Pasadena residents have complained to city officials regarding discolored water coming from faucets at local residences. Earlier this month, a...

Go Wild For the Planet at LA Zoo

The Los Angeles Zoo's annual WILD FOR THE PLANET celebration kicks off on Earth Day weekend, Saturday, April 21, 10 am to 4 pm, and runs...

The Arroyo Seco: City’s Crown Jewel Highlighted

Highlighting its many activities, the City of South Pasadena has produced a new “Arroyo Seco Recreation Area” brochure packed with information. The idea behind the...

New Farmer’s Market Hours | Check Your Clocks!

Shoppers making their weekly run for fresh fruits and vegetables, along with prepared foods, including everything from ice cream to short ribs, will be...

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...

UPDATED: Parti Gras | 80’s Party was Totally Tubular Dude

PHOTOS UPDATED Over the years, it has become the biggest bash of the year in South Pasadena. Parti Gras, with an 80s theme, exceeded all expectations...

$ 1 Million Dollar Winner | Lottery Ticket Purchased in South Pasadena

It wasn’t the biggest prize, but a lucky person who purchased a ticket in South Pasadena for Wednesday’s Powerball drawing has plenty to smile...

State Mandate | Food Scrap Collection for Single-Family Home Residents

CITY OF SOUTH PASADENA PRESS RELEASE Save that banana peel! Let’s recycle it! Beginning January 1, 2022, the City of South Pasadena will implement food scrap...

SPHS Senior Named to 2022 Tournament of Roses Royal Court

Today, the Tournament of Roses® announced the seven members of the 2022 Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank. Members of the 2022 Royal...

Super Bowl in L.A. | Looking to 2022

While the 52nd Super Bowl is upon us, plans are already in the works to bring the NFL’s biggest game to Los Angeles in...

Stamps & Stamps Celebrates Grand Opening on Mission Street

Odom and Kate Stamps founded Stamps & Stamps in 1991 in South Pasadena. Their combined talents form a dovetailed set of design and architecture...

South Pasadena Golf Tournament | Rose Parade Funds Successfully Raised for Float

John Vandercook says it’s always special when golfers come together to raise funds and create plenty of fun on the same day. That’s what the...

New Pavilions South Pasadena | Grand Re-Opening

With much fanfare, Pavilions celebrated its Grand Reopening on Wednesday, August 3. The mayor and council members, fire department, and members of the community were...

2022 Pasadena Showcase House of Design Welcomes Back Interior Designer James Hernandez

James Hernandez is sitting in his newly finished sunroom at the 2022 Pasadena Showcase House of Design, held this year in the 1905 English...

What NOT to Buy on Black Friday

“Black Friday Deals Now!” announces a large retailer in an advertisement. “Door Buster Specials – The Earlier You Shopt the More You Save,” reads another. Oh...

SPECIAL EVENT | Irving Gill Garden Gala

Architecture and modernism lovers take note: an exceptional example of South Pasadena’s rich architectural diversity and sprawling gardens will serve as a setting for...
PHOTO: Bill Glazier | The South Pasadenan | Organizers of the ArroyoFest, a morning of fun in which thousands were given to opportunity to travel along a 7-mile stretch along the Arroyo Parkway, better known as the 110 Freeway, on foot, bicycle, skate board or a variety of other means, called the car-free event a giant success.

ArroyoFest Brings Thousands onto the 110 Freeway

Santa arrived early, rolling along the historic Arroyo Seco Parkway, better known as the 110 Freeway, on bike, waving to his many onlookers, some...

Pavilions Grand Re-Opening Scheduled

For those of you who haven’t been by Pavilions in South Pasadena lately – there’s a LOT going on over there. Our familiar local...

FOSSELMAN Brothers Scoop Past The Centennial

My brothers, Chris and John Fosselman, shook their heads in amazement when talking about their business, Fosselman’s Ice Cream, celebrating 100 years in the...

Little League Opens 2018 Season

Look no further than zip code 91030 for a real sense of community. It belongs to South Pasadena, and the only way to play Little...

40 New Members and a Mixer for the Chamber!

There was a party going down at Communal Tuesday evening as chamber members gathered to celebrate the tremendous growth we’re seeing in South Pasadena...

New Beginnings Physical Therapy | Second Chances for Those Who Need It

New Beginnings Physical Therapy, at 1015 Hope Street, Suite F, in South Pasadena, is one of those few businesses in Southern California that have been...
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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...

Bloom Report | May Blooming Flowers in South Pasadena

Stroll and drive along the streets of South Pasadena and you will be amazed at the wide variety of plants and trees that grow...

2050 La Fremontia is a Work of Art You Can Live In

James Walter was an architect who once quipped, “Architecture is a form of telling stories.” Walter told his stories with a legacy of 32...
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