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Next meeting is this Saturday, September 8th. “It’s All About U, The Utility Tax Takeaways” South Pasadena City Treasurer, Gary Pia will outline the facts of what the loss of the Utility User’s Tax will mean. Measure N will be on the November ballot. Please note the new times: 9:00 a.m. Conversation and refreshments: 9:30 a.m. meeting
INFORMATION OF INTEREST: Please note that all events listed in this newsletter are for informational purposes only. It does not imply endorsement or specific support by WISPPA, unless stated otherwise. To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in the newsletter is accurate and reliable as of the date of publication; however, we do not assume any liability whatsoever for the accuracy and completeness of the information. Please let us know if any corrections need to be made. Thank you!
- WISPPA welcomes a new member: Janee Hannible
- WISPPA YEARLY DUES: Thanks to all who have already paid their WISPPA dues! We hope that ALL our members will renew their commitment to WISPPA. Please send in your check for $40 as soon as possible to WISPPA Treasurer, P.O Box 3075, South Pasadena, CA 91031 or bring it to the meeting on Saturday!
- We are very saddened by the South Pasadena Officer involved shooting of Vanessa Marquez last Thursday. Two separate investigations are underway by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and the District Attorney’s Office. They could take up to several months before they are concluded. City Manager Stephanie DeWolfe has asked “the public to be patient and wait until the facts of the case are confirmed before making judgments about the incident”. To read more, go to The South Pasadenan or the South Pasadena Review.
- South Pasadena Leisure Class Registration Begins September 1 (online/mail/fax) and September 10 (walk in/ phone in) Click here for Leisure Class Guide
LIST OF EVENTS: Go to http://www.wisppa.org/upcom
Wine and Song Series Wednesdays at 7pm – $15 table seating, $10 general admission. Arroyo Seco Grill has food, wine, and full bar. Or bring your own bottle for a $10 corkage fee. Kitchen is open until 8:30. For more info, go to wineandsong.com/schedule Arroyo Seco Golf Course – 1055 Lohman Lane, South Pasadena
LWV – Voices from the Front Lines of Voter Engagement and Empowerment Thursday, September 6, 8:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Our three panelists for League Day were selected for their experience in mobilizing people to be aware of the issues that matter to them and then vote. Each panelist will tell about his/her group’s experiences and best practices for motivating and empowering communities in our current environment. After Q & A with the audience, each table of participants will discuss and plan specific activities to help people in the Pasadena area get registered, informed, and then vote. Our panelists: Michael Lawson is the current President and CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League (LAUL), local chapter of the national Urban League (UL), Giovany Hernandez is a civic engagement specialist from the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund, Hilda Coleman is a co-founder and publicist-coordinator of the Rise to Reunite movement in Pasadena, which supports and advances the cause of immigrant families Program: 8:00: Registration 8:30: Served breakfast (optional) 9:00 Program 10:15 Table Discussions 10:45 Brief business meeting for by-laws change Reservations are required for breakfast ($25) and close on August 31 at midnight. All others may register through Wednesday, September 5. (This allows us to plan for enough seating) Coffee only will be available for $2. RSVP on our event page: https://lwv-pa.org/events/ or leave a phone message at our office: 626-798-0965. 160 N, Oakland Avenue, Pasadena
(Enter parking lot from Madison, second parking lot south of Walnut. Parking is limited; please consider carpooling.)
(Enter parking lot from Madison, second parking lot south of Walnut. Parking is limited; please consider carpooling.)
BELLAND- A three night charity event benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. September 6 – 8 A one woman show with an ensemble cast, BELLAND offers various acts from musical numbers to interpretive dances all while telling the story of Brittany Belland’s (writer, producer, and actor) struggle with mental illness throughout her life. An open bar hosted by Pabst Blue Ribbon will proceed the event while a silent art auction takes place in the theatre’s courtyard. Proceeds from ticket sales, the donation-only cash bar, and the silent auction will go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Fremont Centre Theatre 1000 Fremont Avenue, South Pasadena Tickets $20, includes open bar. Click here to purchase tickets.
Jazz at the Blue Guitar – Thursdays at 7:30pm $15 table seating, $10 general admission. Arroyo Seco Grill has food, wine, and full bar. Or bring your own bottle for a $10 corkage fee. Kitchen is open until 8:30. For more info, go to www.blueguitar.club Arroyo Seco Golf Course – 1055 Lohman Lane, South Pasadena
SPARC Gallery Artist Reception Saturday, September 8 at 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. “Sara, Mary Kori, Tom, Emma A series of Portraits by Ken Fandell. September 1 – November 9, 2018 For more info on the exhibit, go to www.sopasartscouncil.org/sparc-gallery. South Pasadena Chamber of Commerce 1121 Mission Street South Pasadena, CA 91030. Tuesday–Friday, 10am–5pm or by appointment. Please call the Chamber to schedule your visit at (626) 441 2339.
The MOMS Club of South Pasadena is kicking off the fall with its annual Open House onMonday, September 10 from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Garfield Park! Please join us for FREE crafts, snacks, and thousands of dollars in raffle prizes generously donated from local businesses in the area. Learn more about how our Club supports mothers in South Pasadena, San Marino, and San Gabriel (91775) through monthly socials, play dates, moms night outs, family outings, and community service activities. We can’t wait to see you there! Questions? Contact: southpasmoms@gmail.com.
Otter Story Hour returns on September 10 at 7:00 p.m. In the line up that night – Bryan Kett. In keeping with the theme for the night “Back to School” Bryan was a science teacher. Earlier this summer Bryan won the Los Angeles Moth Grand Slam storytelling event. Make plans to hear Bryan and the rest of a great line up at Griffin’s of Kinsale visit the website and our Facebook page
Fall Festival Saturday, September 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the South Pasadena Christian Church. Pony rides and petting Zoo, merry-go-round, face painting, arts and crafts, puppet show, Food, Music. 1316 Lyndon St. South Pasadena. For more info, click here.
South Pasadena Police and Fire Department Open House Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Cost: Free 1422 Mission Street
Cruz’n for Roses Classic Car Show Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Cost: Free Location: Mission Street Between Fair Oaks and Meridian, South Pasadena The South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee invites you to their 14th annual Classic Car Show along legendary Route 66 (Mission Street). The show will feature hundreds of hot rods, custom cars, and classics, as well as a raffle, trophies, refreshments, food, exhibits, and vendors of all sorts. Car clubs and car enthusiasts are invited to join in the fun and display their cars. Independent judges will award trophies in all 18 car categories. For more information or to register your vehicle, visit www.sptor.org.
Congresswoman Judy Chu invites us to join her for her annual banquet on Monday, September 17 at Ocean Star Restaurant in Monterey Park. Since they expect to sell out, RSVP ASAP to Heather or Drew at rsvpforjudychu@gmail.com or call 310-477-8081 or go online.
San Gabriel Valley Water Forum Tuesday, September 18 7:30 am – 1:30 pm This educational event is open to the public, city officials and businesses. The program and luncheon will feature experts in the water industry who will cover important water topics on climate and water supply conditions, Delta sustainability, storm water capture, and recycled water. The participating partners include San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District, Water Quality Authority, Main San Gabriel Basin Watermaster, Three Valleys Municipal Water District, Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District, and NBC 4. Note for the first time the SGV Water Forum is approved for four (4) Continuing Education Contact Hours by the State Water Resources Control Board.Tickets. Tickets are $75 each, but a limited number of complimentary tickets have been reserved for students, teachers and school administrators in the San Gabriel Valley. Click here to register or contact us at (626) 443-2297 to reserve your ticket. Sheraton Fairplex Conference Center 601 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona
Be an Effective Board Member by Jericho Road Wednesday, September 19 at 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nonprofit boards provide governance, resource development and leadership, but many board members have never been taught the basic expectations of board service. This workshop will give you the orientation you wish you had before you joined a board. For more details and to register, visit Eventbrite. Pasadena Tournament Of Roses 391 Orange Grove Boulevard Pasadena, CA 91184
SPARC gARTen pARTy Saturday, September 22 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. This is SPARC’s 1st Annual AWARDS BENEFIT for the Arts in South Pasadena. Join us and support the cultural programs and activities we create in the community. Come experience ” What We Do”. Hosted by Mary and Bill Urquhart. Food & Drink provided by Crossings and Griffins of Kinsdale. For more info or to RSVP, click here. Single ticket $50; Couple $90.
Museum Day in Southern California. September 22 Pasadena Star-News reports on local and area museums offering free entrance that day and how to get tickets.
ShopTalk Breakfast! Tuesday, October 2 at 8:00 to 9:15 a.m. Join us each month for our ShopTalk Breakfast! Featuring a speaker on a topic of interest to small business. Come by for a delicious breakfast and a chance to meet some other local business people. You’ll leave by 9 with some insights and hints you can use for the benefit of your business. Carrow’s Restaurant RSVP $13 for Chamber members/$18 for non-members, breakfast included. To RSVP, email info@southpasadena.net.
What To Do About Mom (or Dad)? Wednesday, October 3 at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come and learn how to help and protect your aging parents. South Pasadena Library Community Room 1115 El Centro. Hosted by the South Pasadena Senior Center.
ASID Pasadena Home & Garden Tour October 7th, 10:00am – 4:00pm The semi-guided tour will give design enthusiasts a glimpse into Pasadena’s rich culture, showcasing three diverse home and garden styles. A personal take on a designer showcase house, this tour takes you inside real properties throughout Pasadena and South Pasadena. Plus, a pop-up market dubbed First Stop, will feature local shops, food trucks, designers’ vendors, and free design consultations. Your first stop is at 1020 El Centro St. in South Pasadena! Buy your Earlybird tickets through Sepember 15th for a discounted price here! PRICE Non-Member: $37 Through 9/15
CERT Basic Training – Oct 6, 13, 20, 8:00am to 1:00pm each day This 12 hour course teaches the CERT Basics including Fire Safety, Disaster Medical Operations, Search and Rescue, & Hazardous Materials. Must complete all 3 classes to graduate. In 95% of all emergencies, a neighbor, co-worker, or bystander is the first person at the scene of an emergency. Would you know what to do? – South Pasadena Fire Department (817 Mound Avenue, South Pasadena) – Please wear comfortable clothes (shorts OK) and sturdy shoes Register Here.
The 15th annual Walk or Bike To School Day on Wednesday, October 10th at the three elementary schools as well as the middle school. South Pasadena Youth Commissioners will be at the schools handing prizes to those who walk or bike to school. Our local Police & Fire Department personnel will be on-site as well. For more information, contact the Recreation Division 626-403-7380.
Halloween Spooktacular will be held on Friday, October 26 at from 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. The event will be located at Orange Grove Park, 815 Mission Street, South Pasadena. Join us for games, arts & crafts, music, inflatables, and more! Make sure to bring a monstrous appetite, there will be plenty of food available for purchase. Make sure to bring the whole family, this event is free! Pre-registration is not required. For more information, please contact the Recreation Office (815 Mission Street) at (626) 403-7380.
LA County Women’s Leadership Conference at the Pasadena Convention Center on November 29are now open. Details here.
Breakfast with Santa will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 9 am to 11 am at the War Memorial Building, 435 Fair Oaks Avenue. This event is fun for the entire family! Expect arts & crafts, fun, and a delicious breakfast. Parents, make sure to have your camera ready, Santa will be available for photos. Please plan to arrive early as doors will close at 9:30 am. Tickets are $15 per person, children under 2 are free. Register at the Recreation Division office, 815 Mission Street, Monday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, or visit our website www.southpasadenaca.gov/recreation to register on-line. Spaces are limited and all sales are final.
