Page Text: Anime Pasadena is ‘a family thing’
Dec 8, 2021
By Laura Latzko Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer For many, anime is more than something to watch in their spare time. It goes deeper than that. Anime fans will be able to imbibe in anime and its culture during Anime Pasadena on Saturday, Dec. 11, and Sunday, Dec. 12, at the Pasadena Convention Center. During the […]
Lyon running for district seven council seat
Dec 8, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Pasadena Planning Commission Vice Chair Jason Lyon announced he is running for the district seven Pasadena City Council in the June 2022 primary. The announcement comes after Vice Mayor Andy Wilson, who represents district seven — home to some of Pasadena’s most celebrated institutions like the Pasadena Playhouse […]
Holidayfest!
Dec 8, 2021
The South Lake Avenue District in Pasadena invited patrons to shop, dine and win during Holidayfest! on Dec. 4. This event offered activities to encourage community members and guests to support Pasadena local businesses within the South Lake Avenue District by shopping and dining. Photos by Chris Mortenson.
LA venues welcome FIFA delegation
Dec 1, 2021
By Pasadena Weekly Staff The Los Angeles World Cup Host Committee recently welcomed FIFA delegates for an official FIFA World Cup 2026 site visit, showcasing the region’s world-class venues and infrastructure in an ongoing bid to bring the event to Southern California. The host committee led FIFA and U.S. Soccer on tours of two of […]
Staff pushes clients in nontraditional exercise form
Dec 1, 2021
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Pasadena Weekly Executive Editor Melinda Hughes suffered from scoliosis as well as knee pain, until she discovered SuperSlow strength training 13 years ago. After experiencing more energy during the day and a more restful sleep each night, the then-27-year-old noticed her knee pain disappeared and her back was stronger. Her scoliosis wasn’t […]
Showcase House of Design returns to South Pasadena
Dec 1, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Following a year-long hiatus due to the global pandemic, Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts announced the return of one of the nation’s oldest, largest and most successful home and garden tours. “Everything you know and love about the Pasadena Showcase House of Design is back,” said Marti […]
Garfield Heights home tour goes digital for 2021
Dec 1, 2021
By Laura Latzko Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer Garfield Heights’ biannual home tour is going digital but keeping its longtime mission of highlighting the ingredients that make up its “secret sauce.” From Sunday, Dec. 5, to Sunday, Dec. 12, the Garfield Heights Neighborhood Association will host its 13th annual event. The 2020 tour was postponed due […]
Pasadena’s ArtCenter College honors 4 pioneers
Dec 1, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor The ArtCenter College of Design has named four new recipients for their 15th annual Alumni Awards: Hiroshi Sugimoto for the Lifetime Achievement Award, Yves Béhar for the Distinguished Midcareer Award, Bruce Heavin for the Outstanding Service Award, and Mariana Prieto for the Young Innovator Award. “Hiroshi, Yves, Bruce […]
Affordable micro unit development begins construction
Dec 1, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Pasadena real estate development firm Community Builders Group has started construction on 180 affordable micro units at 280 N. Oakland Avenue in Pasadena. It’s slated for completion in spring 2023. The project is targeted to entry-level workers earning 30% to 60% of area median income and seeking modern, […]
Stray bullet kills teen playing video games
Dec 1, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor A 13-year-old boy was killed by a stray bullet while playing video games inside of his home on Raymond Avenue Nov. 20. Iran Moreno was taken to Huntington Memorial Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. A candlelit vigil was held on Nov. 22 at Villa-Parke Community Center […]
Dodger Blue turns green and red for the holidays
Nov 23, 2021
By Derek Moskal Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer While many fans would prefer to be at Dodger Stadium on warm summer nights watching the Boys in Blue on the field, the baseball team is putting a holiday spin on visits. Started by the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF), the Dodgers Holiday Festival aims to keep the […]
Jordan Genmark Heath: Swedish linebacker living the D1 dream
Nov 23, 2021
By Joe McHugh Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer Jordan Genmark Heath has been all around the world chasing his dream of playing football. With hopes of being in the NFL someday, UCLA is giving Genmark Heath the opportunity to shine in the Pac-12. “When I moved over here, it gave me the opportunity to take my […]
Friends In Deed combat homelessness during the winter holidays
Nov 23, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Pasadena nonprofit Friends In Deed shifted from their Bad Weather Shelter to hold supply distribution nights and to offer motel rooms for those experiencing homelessness in the area from January to March. This was the second consecutive year for the move due to the pandemic protocols. Friends In […]
L.A. Care awards Pasadena $167,500 for vaccinations
Nov 23, 2021
By Pasadena Weekly Staff L.A. Care Health Plan has awarded the city of Pasadena a $167,500 Community Health Investment Fund grant to boost COVID-19 vaccinations by the Pasadena Public Health Department. The department will use the funding to administer a minimum of 8,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses to L.A. Care members living in Pasadena and 1,000 […]
Pasadena resident aligns with Dodgers for rebranded beer
Nov 23, 2021
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Pasadena Weekly Executive Editor Zacharias Gardea has been in heaven since he won a contest to name a beer in honor of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Pasadena resident’s idea was simple: Brew Heaven. It’s now the new moniker for the former Golden Road Dodgers beer. The win is an honor for […]
Hettema’s designs are changing the world
Nov 23, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Certain moments in this life force one to pause and stand firmly in place, rooted by the inescapable awe of their surroundings. It’s a moment when the viewer is no longer simply observing a work of art, but has stepped carefully inside and has become fully immersed in […]
Arroyo Parkway Self Storage helping Toys for Tots
Nov 23, 2021
By Pasadena Weekly Staff Arroyo Parkway Self Storage is encouraging the public to bring unwrapped new toys to its facility for the Marine Toys for Tots. The objective of the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation is to help children in need throughout the United States experience the joy of the holidays. Arroyo Parkway Self Storage […]
Ballroom dance association to host vintage art fair
Nov 18, 2021
By Jordan Houston Pasadena Weekly Staff Writer The Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association is offering a night of live music, treats, handcrafted art, and the chance to dance the night away. The association, which seeks to preserve and promote all forms of social dancing, is hosting “A Vintage Evening of Art, Antiques & Swing Dancing with […]
Arroyo EV Charging Depot opens in Pasadena
Nov 18, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Well-dressed leaders and business owners met on the southwestern corner of E. Glenarm Street and the 110 freeway to celebrate the grand opening of an electric vehicle fast-charging plaza — the second of its kind in Pasadena — on Nov. 3. “The Arroyo EV Charging Depot here […]
Child welfare organization saves lives in LA County
Nov 18, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Los Angeles County accounts for more than 30,000 foster children. Many are victims of abuse or neglect, have physical or learning disabilities, or have been put at risk of ending up in the juvenile justice system or living on the street. It is CASA of Los Angeles’ mission […]
Gem and jewelry show sparkles at convention center
Nov 18, 2021
By Laura Latzko Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer The International Gem and Jewelry Show in Pasadena brings together manufacturers, designers and wholesalers offering a wide selection of items. Organized by InterGem, the show runs from Friday, Nov. 19, to Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Pasadena Convention Center. “What’s nice about the show is whatever you are […]
Sycamores looking for adopt-a-family elves
Nov 18, 2021
By Luke Netzley Pasadena Weekly Deputy Editor Behavioral health and child welfare agency Sycamores has kicked off its annual adopt-a-family program, a longstanding tradition that matches caring donors with families in the local community who need support. Donations can include gifts of toys, clothing, household items, and food for the holidays. “Many of our […]
Adaptive Sports Festival thrives on learning experiences
Nov 17, 2021
By Christopher Floch Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer The third annual Pasadena Adaptive Sports Festival will see athletes coming together to compete in 10 recreational activities on Saturday, Nov. 20, at Brookside Park. “I enjoy seeing the entire community brought together through sports and outdoor activities,” said Ali Everett, Pasadena’s accessibility coordinator. The adaptive sports include […]
Best Business & Service
Nov 11, 2021
Best Annual Event Rose Parade 391 S. Orange Grove Boulevard www.tournamentofroses.com One of America’s trademark New Year celebrations is making its return in 2022. When the Rose Parade is not halted by the COVID-19 pandemic, it has 935 active volunteer members, 80,000 hours annually contributed and 31 operating committees. Volunteer memberships are open. The 2022 grand […]
Best Of Pasadena
Nov 11, 2021
After nearly two long years of living in a global pandemic, there is finally a glimmer of hope in the darkness, a light at the end of the tunnel illuminated by those who have worked so hard to accelerate the return to normalcy as restaurants reopen their doors and schools welcome back their students. During […]
Thomas brings Navy, Marine Corps teachings to UCLA football
Nov 10, 2021
By Joe McHugh Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer Marcus Thomas has been around the world serving in the U.S. Marine Corps for the better part of a half-decade. Now, upon his return and hiring as UCLA’s offensive analyst, he aims to share with the program the values he learned during his time in the U.S. Naval […]
Altadena couple follow son’s ‘unique walk in life’
Nov 3, 2021
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Pasadena Weekly Executive Editor For Monica Leigh Rodriquez and her husband, Chris Strompolos, keeping their son, Kes Strompolos, on his artistic toes is important. The couple moved to Altadena three years ago to be close to Pasadena Waldorf School where, they said, their eighth-grade transgender son has been embraced. Kes was just […]
‘Mr. V’s’ tells story of Circus Vargas’ founder
Nov 3, 2021
By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski Pasadena Weekly Executive Editor Circus Vargas is spending 2021 celebrating its founder, Clifford E. Vargas, with its new big top adventure at Westfield Santa Anita in Arcadia from Friday, Nov. 5, to Monday, Nov. 15. “Mr. V’s Big Top Dream” is a semibiographical circus spectacular that pays homage to the flamboyant, over-the-top […]
Health fair provides free screenings to community
Nov 3, 2021
By Annika Tomlin Pasadena Weekly Staff Writer The Asian Pacific Health Corps at University of California Los Angeles hosts several free community health fairs to provide access to care to disadvantaged Asian and Pacific Islanders. The next health fair is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 7 at Rosemead Community Recreation Center. “We provide […]
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