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Cool Off This August // SGV Events Calendar
Summer Movie Series
Arcadia
Memorial Park > Times Vary
2: Cars 3
9: Lego Ninjago
arcadiaca.gov
Pasadena
Villa-Parke > 7:30pm
2: Lego Ninjago
9: Early Man
cityofpasadena.net
Monrovia
Sundown
4: Library Park > Back to the Future
11: Kiwanis Park > CoCo
cityofmonrovia.org
Street Food Cinema
5:30-11pm
4: Pasadena > The Mask
11: Glendale > Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
18: Pasadena > Casablanca
25: Arcadia > Bridesmaids
streetfoodcinema.com
Sierra Madre
Memorial Park > 8pm
10: A Wrinkle in Time
17: Coco
cityofsierramadre.com
Rooftop Cinema Series
6-11pm
18: Jurrasic Park
25: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
southlakeavenue.org
Summer Concerts
Sierra Madre
Memorial Park > 6-8pm
5: Pat O’Brien & The Priests of Love.
12: The Skinny Ties
cityofsierramadre.com
Glendora
Finkbiner Park Bandshell > 6pm
5: Full Petty Fever
cityofglendora.org
La Cañada Flintridge
Memorial Park > 6-8pm
5: Woodie & The Longboards
12: Brian Lynn Jones & The Misfit Cowboys
19: Pacific Coast Highway
26: Hot August Nights
lcf.ca.gov
Altadena
Farnsworth Park > 7pm
4: Deja Vu
11: Upstream
18: Greg & The Gallows
25: The Blue Breeze Band
facebook.com/altadenasheriffsstation
Arcadia
City Hall West Lawn > 6:30pm
2: Yard Sale
9: Cash Up Front
arcadiaca.gov
Monrovia
7-8:30pm
Saturdays at Station Square Amphitheater
Sundays at Library Park
cityofmonrovia.org
Pasadena
Villa-Parke > 5:30-7:30pm
11: Latin Fiesta
cityofpasadena.net
Norton Simon Museum > 5-6pm
4: Debussy: The Painter of Sound
11: Baroque, Classical & Romantic Traditions
25: I See You, I Hear You: Santoor, Tabla, Raga
nortonnsimon.org
Summer Festivities
Friday Night Twilight
Glendora Village > 6-8pm
3: Moonlight Madness Sale
10: Mystery Event in the Bus Plaza
17: 50’s Night
24: Game Night
31: Community Giveback Charity Event
glendoravillage.com
Sierra Madre Shakespeare Festival
Memoral Park > 7:30pm
3, 4, 11 & 18: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
sierrashakes.com
End of Summer Carnival
Eisenhower Park, Arcadia > 10am-2pm
8: “Greatest carnival on Earth.” Play carnival games & win kid-friendly prizes!
arcadiaca.gov
Arboretum Summer Nights
LA County Arboretum, Arcadia > 5-8pm
10: Crafts, live music, food trucks, lawn games & more in a natural, serene setting.
arboretum.org
Classic Car Nights
Lake Avenue Church, Pasadena > 6-8pm
10 & 24: Classic car show with burgers, live music, a raffle & all-ages fun. 24th will feature the annual Chili Cook-Off!
lakeave.org
Playhouse District Third Thursdays
Pasadena Playhouse District > 6-9pm
16: See, hear & play! Featuring music, dancing, art, food specials, games & more.
playhousedistrict.com
Flashback Car & Motorcycle Show
Glendora Village > 6-11pm
18: 31st Annual classic car show featuring trucks, hot rods, a kids’ fun zone & incredible food.
flashbackinfo.org
Play Music on the Porch Day
Altadena Library > 4-6pm
25: Jam with local musicians on a beautiful summer afternoon. All skill levels welcome!
altadenalibrary.org
Narrated Tours of Historic Monrovia
Monrovia Community Center > 10-11:30am
25: Guided tour with city historian & storyteller extraordinaire, Steve Baker.
cityofmonrovia.org
End of Summer Celebration
Descanso Gardens, La Cañada > 5:30-10pm
29: The gardens stay open late for this end of summer celebration. Cold drinks, music & more!
descansogardens.org
The Colorado Street Bridge Party is Back!
Saturday, July 14th from 6-11:30pm
The Pasadena Heritage Foundation cordially invites you to the Colorado Street Bridge Party, Pasadena’s biggest and best block party on the world-famous historic Colorado Street Bridge. The biennial event is a night of music, dancing, vintage cars, children’s activities, beverages, food and more. Our very own Podley Properties agents will be volunteering at the Beer & Wine booth – don’t forget to stop by and say hello!
Advanced Tickets are available for purchase here
Adults: $20
Children: $10
Children Under 7: Free!
Tickets will also be available for purchase in person the day of the event
Adults: $25
Children: $12
View our July Events Calendar for more events taking place across the San Gabriel Valley!
Step Out and Celebrate the Summer // July 2018 Events
Celebrate the 4th of July
Sierra Madre
Memorial Park > Times Vary
3: Pre-parade picnic, music, kids zone & more.
4: Celebrate all day with a 5k fun run, followed by the annual parade, music, games & fireworks.
cityofsierramadre.com
Pasadena | Americafest
Rose Bowl Stadium > 2-9:30pm
4: Don’t miss this world-renowned fireworks show & entertainment at America’s Stadium.
rosebowlstadium.com
San Marino
Lacy Park > Opens: 7am, Fireworks: 9pm
4: Celebrate with food, fun zone, parade, entertainment & fireworks.
cityofsanmarino.org
Monrovia
Library Park > Entertainment: 3pm, Music: 7pm, Fireworks: 9pm
4: Monrovia celebrates with entertainment, live music & fireworks.
cityofmonrovia.org
South Pasadena | Festival of Balloons
Locations Vary > 7am-4pm, Fireworks: 9pm
4: Parade showcasing the balloons, pancake breakfast, celebration at the park & fireworks.
southpasadenaca.gov
La Crescenta
Crescenta Valley High School > 4-9:30pm
4: Annual celebration with live music, food from Berlin Truck & Slammin’ Sliders & fireworks.
cvfireworks.com
Music in the Park
Sierra Madre
Memorial Park > 6-8pm
1: Sierra Madre Music Co.
8: Cash Up Front
15: Sgt. Peppers
22: Alumni Acoustic
29: Tenor Daniel Rodriguez
cityofsierramadre.com
Glendora
Finkbiner Park Bandshell > 6pm
1: City Beat and the Main Street Horns
8: Kings of 88
15: Upstream
22: Creedence Relived
29: Night Owl Jazz Orchestra
cityofglendora.org
La Cañada Flintridge
Memorial Park > 6-8pm
1: FM Radio
8: The Jack Lantz Big Band
15: My Generation
22: Cold Duck
29: Past Action Heroes
lcf.ca.gov
Altadena
Farnsworth Park > 7pm
7: Kenny Sara & the Sounds of New Orleans
14: Susie Hansen Latin Band
21: Lisa Haley & the Zydekats
28: Mary Jane’s Last Dance
facebook.com/altadenasheriffsstation
Monrovia
7-8:30pm
Saturdays at Station Square Amphitheater
Sundays at Library Park
cityofmonrovia.org
Pasadena
Parks After Dark Concerts > 5:30-7:30pm
14: Jazz it Up! (Washington Park)
21: 80’s Vibes (Central Park)
cityofpasadena.net
Norton Simon Museum > 5-6pm
14: Del Mar Trio
21: Marlon Martinez & the Jazz Marlonius Quartet
nortonsimon.org
Movie Nights Under the Stars
Old Pasadena Summer Cinema
Across Old Pasadena > Times Vary
5-28: Movie series featuring 17 screenings in various urban locations.
oldpasadena.org
Glendora
Finkbiner Park Bandshell > Dusk
11: Lego Ninjago
18: Wonder
25: Coco
cityofglendora.org
Sierra Madre
Memoral Park > 8pm
13: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
27: Sherlock Gnomes
cityofsierramadre.com
Monrovia
7-8:30pm
21: Space Jam (Julian Fisher Park)
28: The Sandlot (Recreation Park)
cityofmonrovia.org
Fun in the Outdoors
Classic Car Nights
Lake Avenue Church, Pasadena > 6-8pm
13 & 27: Classic car show with burgers, live music, a raffle & all ages fun.
lakeave.org
Colorado Street Bridge Party
Colorado Street Bridge, Pasadena > 6-11:30pm
14: Music, dance, activities & more. Visit the Podley volunteers at the wine & beer bar!
pasadenaheritage.org
Glendora Village Art Walk
Glendora Village > 5-8pm
20: Featured artists interact throughout the Village while showcasing their pieces & process.
glendoravillage.com
Dancing Under the Stars
The Paseo, Pasadena
Dance Lesson: 7-7:30pm, Music: 7:30-9:30pm
20 & 27: Learn some dancing steps, then enjoy free live motown & rock.
thepaseopasadena.com
MAFA Summer Art Walk
Old Town Monrovia > 7-10pm
28: Stroll in the cool summer air & enjoy art demos, live music & more.
monroviafinearts.org
Download the Event Calendar Here
Summer is Here – Outdoor Festivals, Concerts, Movies & More!
Summer Concerts
3 | Monrovia Music Fest
Library Park, MONROVIA
12-7pm > Music fest with craft beer garden, food trucks, activity booths, artisans, vendors & all ages fun.
monroviamusicfest.com
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3, 10, 17, 24 | La Cañada Music in the Park
Memorial Park, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
6-8pm > Join your family, friends & neighbors in the park for this annual summer concert series.
lcf.ca.gov
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7, 14, 21, 28 | Music on the Main
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
6-7:30pm > Bring a picnic & enjoy an evening of music under the oaks. Seating on first-come, first-served basis.
descansogardens.org
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9, 24 | Sierra Madre Music in the Park
Memorial Park Bandshell, SIERRA MADRE
6-8pm > Bring blankets, lawn chairs, picnic & enjoy refreshments from your local organizations.
cityofsierramadre.com
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23-24 | Arroyo Seco Weekend
Rose Bowl Stadium, PASADENA
12pm > Pasadena’s premier music & art festival with curated menus from LA’s celebrated chefs & more!
arroyosecoweekend.com
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Festivals
2-3 | Montrose 35th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
MONTROSE Shopping Park
Sat: 10am-6pm, Sun: 10am-5pm > Explore the nearly 200 businesses at the shopping park.
shopmontrose.com
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2-3 | Open Studios Art Tour
Locations Across ALTADENA & PASADENA
Sat: 11am-5pm, Sun 12-6pm > Free, self-guided event featuring local artists at their studios & host retail locations.
openstudios.gallery.
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3 | Happy Birthday Pasadena!
PASADENA Museum of History
1-4pm > Celebrate Pasadena’s 132nd year with robots, music, face painting, activity stations & birthday cake.
pasadenahistory.org
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9 | Playhouse Block Party
PASADENA Playhouse District
12-10pm > Free, all ages celebration with food, music, tours & more in honor of the Playhouse’s 100th birthday.
playhouseblockparty.com
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16-17 | Pasadena Chalk Festival
The Paseo, PASADENA
10am-7pm > Enjoy the largest street painting festival in the world with live music & entertainment all day!
pasadenachalkfestival.com
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29-July 1 | 626 Night Market
Santa Anita Park, ARCADIA
Fri & Sat: 4pm-1am, Sun: 4pm-12am > Asian-inspired night market featuring 250+ foods, crafts, music & all ages fun.
626nightmarket.com
Movies
Street Food Cinema
Victory Park, PASADENA > Doors: 5:30pm, Live Music: 6:30pm, Movie, 8:30pm
9: Dirty Dancing | 30: Sandlot
Celebrate summer with food trucks, live music & great films.
streetfoodcinema.com
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Monrovia Monday Movie Nights
MONROVIA Public Library > 6-8pm
11: Brave | 18: Monkey Kingdom | 25: Sing
Enjoy fresh popcorn while watching a family-friendly movie.
cityofmonrovia.org
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Altadena Library Movies
ALTADENA Public Library > 3:30pm
22: Black Panther | 26: Can We All Get Along?
Grab some popcorn & watch a movie with your neighbors.
altadenalibrary.org
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Glendora Movie in the Park
Finkbiner Park Bandshell, GLENDORA > Dusk
27: Despicable Me 3
Movie night with refreshments sponsored by the Rotary Club.
cityofglendora.org
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Have Some Fun
2 | Community Yard Sale
Sierra Vista Park, SIERRA MADRE
8am-12pm > Community organizations & members come together to sell their old treasures at this annual event.
cityofsierramadre.com
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8, 22 | Classic Car Nights
Lake Avenue Church, PASADENA
6-8pm > Share a warm summer evening of cars, fun & fellowship! BBQ, live music, a raffle & more all ages fun.
lakeave.org
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10 | San Marino Motor Classic
Lacy Park, SAN MARINO
9am-4pm > Vintage cars, classic music & delicious food trucks. Featuring 10 Paul Newman race cars!
sanmarinomotorclassic.com
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22 | Downtown Scavenger Hunt
GLENDORA Village
5-8pm > Teams will enjoy an interactive scavenger hunt throughout the Village, competing to win an awesome prize.
glendoravillage.com
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Download the Event Calendar Here
2018 May Event Calendar
Foodie Corner
May 6 | Masters of Taste Food & Wine Festival
Rose Bowl Stadium, PASADENA
3-9pm > Enjoy unlimited samplings from LA’s best restaurants,
wineries, craft breweries & mixologists 21+. mastersoftastela.com
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May 6-11 | Pasadena Restaurant Week
Participating PASADENA Restaurants
Times Vary > Award-winning restaurants offer prix-fixe lunch & dinner menus
at incredible prices. pasadenarestaurantweek.com
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May 15 | Cuisines of the Foothills
GLENDORA Country Club
5:30-8:30pm > Journey to the deep blue sea & enjoy fine food, wine, spirits,
craft beer & more. cuisinesofthefoothills.com
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May 18 | Hathaway-Sycamores’ 2nd Annual BBQ Bash
El Nido Campus, ALTADENA
5-9pm > Guests enjoy tasty local BBQ, craft beer, outdoor games, live music,
a silent auction & raffle prizes. hathaway-sycamores.org
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May 23 | Taste of Duarte
Westminster Gardens, DUARTE
5-8pm > Enjoy a taste from 90 Duarte restaurants with food samples,
drink tastings, entertainment & more! tasteofduarte.com
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May 26 | Eat Drink Vegan Food Festival
Rose Bowl Stadium, PASADENA
2-8pm > Unlimited drinks, 100+ restaurants & many vendors all specializing
in vegan creations! eatdrinkvegan.com
Home Tours
Thru May 20 | Pasadena Showcase House of Design
As Featured in Architectural Digest
Pick-up Location: Santa Anita Racetrack Gate 6, ARCADIA
Times Vary > Enjoy inspiring design, innovative new products & more at
this year’s showcase house. pasadenashowcase.org
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May 6 | Monrovia Historic Home Tour
Homes & Museums Across MONROVIA
10am-4pm > This year’s tour includes 2 local museums & 6 homes including
Victorian, Spanish, Craftsman & more. mohpg.org
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May 6 | Altadena Guild Home Tour
Historic Homes Across ALTADENA
10am-4pm > Tour beautiful homes & gardens alongside food
vendors & live entertainment. altadenaguild.org
Art & Such
May 5-6 | 56th Annual Sierra Madre Art Fair
Memorial Park, SIERRA MADRE
9:30am-5/6pm > Artists show & sell their work alongside food vendors
& live entertainment. sierramadrelibraryfriends.org
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May 6 | Tea for Three: Lady Birth, Pat & Betty
Haugh Performing Arts Center, GLENDORA
2pm > This humorous & poignant one-woman play reveals life & love in
the White House. teaforthree.com
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May 12 | BoldPAS – An Art Takeover of Old Pasadena
As Featured in the SGV Tribune
Old PASADENA
12-8pm > Vibrant art festival featuring 13 large-scale installations in
Old Pasadena’s historic, pedestrian alleyways. oldpasadena.org
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May 18-20 | Monrovia Days Community Festival
Library Park, MONROVIA
Times Vary > Come out and celebrate Monrovia’s Birthday with games,
carnival rides, food, pie eating contest & entertainment! cityofmonrovia.org
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May 20 | Museums of the Arroyo Day
Participating PASADENA & LOS ANGELES Museums
12-5pm > Explore 6 local museums for free with shuttles available for
guests to visit them all. museumsofthearroyo.com
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May 25-28 | Memorial Weekend Fiesta Days
Locations Across LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
Times Vary > Annual celebration with casino night, vintage car show,
5K/10K run & more fun for all ages! lacanadaflintridge.com
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May 26-28 | Wild Art Weekend
Kidspace Children’s Museum, PASADENA
10am-5pm > Explore the natural world through art! Paint with colorful
spices, discover forest clay & more. kidspacemuseum.org
Race the Foothills
May 6 | Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike
Brand Park, GLENDALE
8am > Run or hike the Verdugo Mountains Trail. Awards for 3 best
male & female times in each age group. runtheverdugos.com
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May 12 | Fountain to the Falls 7K Run/Walk
Library Park, MONROVIA
7am > Race to the Canyon Park Waterfall. Medals awarded to the
male & female participants with the best times. cityofmonrovia.org
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May 26 | Mount Wilson Trail Race
Downtown SIERRA MADRE
7am > The second oldest trail race in California returns, along with
the Kid’s Fun Run! mountwilsontrailrace.com
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Download the Event Calendar Here
2018 April Events Calendar
Across the San Gabriel Valley
April 6 | Challah (or Matzoh) & Chili:
A Klezmer/TexMex Listening Party
Vroman’s Bookstore, PASADENA
6pm > Hosted by the Sierra Madre Playhouse. Test your knowledge
of Texas, shtetels & win a prize! vromansbookstore.com
April 7 | Derby Day 5K
Santa Anita Racetrack, ARCADIA
8am > Run like a thoroughbred! Races for all ages, along with live
entertainment in the post-event expo. derbyday5k.com
April 7 | Ceramic Festival & Gift Show
Los Angeles County Arboretum, ARCADIA
9am-5pm > 2-day festival with unique handcrafted giftware
& artwork by local ceramic artists. arboretum.org
April 7-8 | A River Runs Through It:
A New Landscape Paradigm
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
Times Vary > Talks from experts on the forefront of design, a garden
soirée & the 3rd annual Watershed Garden Tour. descansogardens.org
April 14 | Glendora Chalk Festival
Glendora Village, GLENDORA
10am-4pm > Calling all artists…Show us your best chalk art
& compete to win this year’s prize! glendorachalkfest.com
April 15 | 2018 Art of the Garden Tour
4 Private Gardens in PASADENA, ALTADENA & SIERRA MADRE
10:30am-4:30pm > Annual self-guided art & garden tour. Work
will also be displayed at Creative Arts Group. creativeartsgroup.org
April 16 | Monday Night Movie: Zootopia
MONROVIA Public Library
6-8pm > Dress in your pajamas, bring your blanket, pillow, favorite
stuffed friend & enjoy movie night! cityofmonrovia.org
April 20-May 26 | The Immigrant
SIERRA MADRE Playhouse
2:30pm & 8pm > Biographical story of a young Jew who fled Russia
for the United States in 1909. sierramadreplayhouse.org
April 21 | Podley Properties Shredding Event
8:30am-2pm > Safely shred your personal documents for FREE
with us & enjoy refreshments! facebook.com/podleyproperties
Podley Properties Office Locations:
755 E. Route 66, GLENDORA
846 Foothill Blvd., LA CAÑADA
242 W. Foothill Blvd., MONROVIA
897 Granite Dr., PASADENA
30 N. Baldwin Ave., SIERRA MADRE
April 21 | Being The Change
ALTADENA Public Library
2-5pm > Watch the film & afterwards discuss with local scientist
and author of Being the Change, Peter Kalmus. altadenalibrary.org
April 21 | Hometown Country Fair
Crescenta Valley Park, LA CRESCENTA
10am-5pm > Fun for all ages with a car show, dog parade, pie-eating
contest, food, karaoke & more! crescentavalleychamber.org
April 21 | MAP Neighborhood Conference
MONROVIA High School
9:30am-3:30pm > Build community through workshops, food,
entertainment & group discussions. cityofmonrovia.org
April 21 | Monrovia Wine Walk
Old Town MONROVIA
6-9pm > Stroll through Old Town & sample a variety of wine
while exploring local businesses. cityofmonrovia.org
April 21 | Glendora Earth Day Festival
GLENDORA Civic Center
9am-1pm > Drought tolerant workshops, eco-tours, bike ride, recycle
used motor oil/filters & many more activities! cityofglendora.org
April 21 | Earth Day Saturday
The Huntington Library, SAN MARINO
11am-3pm > Celebrate the Earth & learn what you can do to protect
the environment. Art & science activities for all ages. huntington.org
April 21 | Art On Palm
Arlington Gardens, PASADENA
10am-5pm > Art & fine craft festival with engaging work that raises
funds for non-profits. artonpalm.com
April 22-May 20 | Pasadena Showcase House of Design
PASADENA Showcase House of Design
Times Vary > Enjoy inspiring design, innovative new products & more
at this year’s showcase house. pasadenashowcase.org
April 28-29 | Jackalope Artisan Fair
Central Park, PASADENA
10am-5pm > Featuring over 200 local, hand-selected artisans,
crafters & DIY enthusiasts. jackalopeartfair.com
Download the Event Calendar Here
2018 March Event Calendar
Egg Hunts
24 & 31 | Pasadena Spring Egg Hunt
Kidspace Museum, PASADENA
Times Vary by Age Group > Candy-filled eggs are hidden at Arroyo Adventure just waiting to be found. Pre-registration required.
kidspacemuseum.org
31 | Glendora Easter Egg Hunt
Finkbiner Park, GLENDORA
Activities: 9am, Hunt: 10am > Community egg hunt for ages 10 & under with FREE pancakes.
cityofglendora.org
31 | Sierra Madre Easter Egg Hunt
Memorial Park, SIERRA MADRE
10am > Annual egg hunt complete with eggs, candy & the Easter Bunny for children 12 & under.
cityofsierramadre.com
31 | Spring Egg Hunt & Healthy Kids Day
Recreation Park, MONROVIA
10am > Games, crafts, food trucks, music & a visit from the Spring Bunny.
cityofmonrovia.org
31 | Spring Egg Bowl
Rose Bowl Stadium, PASADENA
8am-5pm > All hunts will take place on the Rose Bowl Stadium field. No registration is required. All egg hunts are free of charge.
rosebowlstadium.com
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Flowers Blooming
Every Sat & Sun | Spring Bloom Walks
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
11am & 1pm > Stroll through the gardens on a guided walk & learn about cherry blossoms, flowering trees & more.
descansogardens.org
2 | Art in Bloom Gallery Opening
Creative Arts Group, SIERRA MADRE
7-9pm > Exhibition pairing the community’s floral designers with artists. Refreshments served. Open through March 4th.
creativeartsgroup.org
8 & 25 | Pasadena Heritage Spring Home Tour
Various Locations, PASADENA
Tour: 9am-4pm, Lecture: 7-8:30pm > Highlighting design excellence, historic homes & gorgeous gardens.
pasadenaheritage.org
18 | Wistaria Festival
Downtown SIERRA MADRE
9am-5pm > Celebrate the world’s largest wistaria vine with live music, family-friendly activities & food court – stop by the Podley booth!
sierramadrechamber.com
23-24 | Huck Finn Fishing Derby & Campout
Sierra Vista Park, SIERRA MADRE
Campout: Fri 5pm, Fishing: Sat 12:30-4pm > Fantastic opportunity for families to get their first experience camping and fishing in a friendly environment close to home.
cityofsierramadre.com
24 | Peacock Day: Journey to India
Los Angeles County Arboretum, ARCADIA
10am-3pm > Celebrate peacocks and their native country of India with dance, crafts, parade & food.
arboretum.org
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Arts & Entertainment
1 | DIY Candy Airplane & Author Visit
ALTADENA Main Library
4pm > Build your own candy airplane while meeting Gwen Katz, author of Among the Red Stars.
altadenalibrary.org
3 | Glendora Wine Walk & Beer Festival
GLENDORA Village
6-9pm > An evening of wine, beer, nibbles & music.
glendorawinewalk.com
7-15 | Pasadena International Film Festival
Participating PASADENA Theaters
Times Vary > Celebrate the best of the best in independent film!
pasadenafilmfestival.org
9 | ArtNight Pasadena
Participating PASADENA Museums
6-10pm > Enjoy free admission, extended hours & complimentary shuttle transportation around Pasadena.
artnightpasadena.org
10 | Montrose Spring Wine Walk
MONTROSE Shopping Park
5-8pm > Sample wines from over 25 pour stations hosted by our merchants and businesses.
shopmontrose.com
10 | 25th Annual Western Round-Up
LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE Community Center
10am-2pm > Western-themed fun for the whole family with ponies, petting zoo, silent auction, gourmet food & more.
cclcf.org
17 | St. Patrick’s Day in the Courtyard
One Colorado Courtyard, PASADENA
12-5:30pm > Rainbows, bagpipes & drums – plenty of fun Irish gigs & jigs.
oldpasadena.org
17 | Teen Film Festival
MONROVIA Public Library
2-3pm > Stop by the first installment of this fest with pizza & screenings of teen-directed short films.
cityofmonrovia.org
Download the Event Calendar Here
2018 February Event Calendar
Love is in the Air
7 | Pen Pal Valentines
MONROVIA Public Library
3:30-4:30pm > Kids of all ages can craft their own unique Valentines for their favorite book character!
cityofmonrovia.org
8 | Wine, Dine & Dance
SAN GABRIEL Mission Playhouse
7-9pm > Bring your Valentine for a FREE Latin dance lesson! Complimentary food & wine, and a DJ!
missionplayhouse.org
10-11, 17-18 | Shakespeare’s Love Scenes
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
11am & 1pm > Ensemble Shakespeare Theater performs your favorite Shakespearian love scenes in the garden!
descansogardens.org
11 | My Valentine
Norton Simon Museum, PASADENA
1:30-2:30pm > Gather ideas for a Valentine’s Day card as you explore works about family, friendship & love.
nortonsimon.org
16 | 48th Annual Wine & Cuisine Tasting
Alverno’s Villa Del Sol de Oro, SIERRA MADRE
7-9:30pm > Support the Sierra Madre Library at this fundraiser with wines from across California.
sierramadrelibraryfriends.org
Lunar New Year
10 | Lunar New Year Festival
SAN GABRIEL Mission District
11am-8pm > Celebrate with food trucks, vendor booths, kids’ activities, chalk art walk & FREE entertainment.
sglunarnewyear.org
10 | Chinese New Year Celebration
ARCADIA Public Library
2:30-4pm > All ages are invited to celebrate the Year of the Dog with fun stories, activities & a festive craft.
arcadiaca.gov
17-18 | Chinese New Year Festival
Huntington Library, SAN MARINO
10am-5pm > Celebrate the Year of the Dog in the garden with dancers, martial arts, Chinese music & more.
huntington.org
Arts & Entertainment
Thru March 4 | Nothing is the Same
SIERRA MADRE Playhouse
5-7:30PM > The story of four children in 1940s Hawaii whose lives are forever changed when they are forced into the terrifying reality of bombers, teargas and bigotry.
sierramadreplayhouse.org
10 | Not Exactly The Price Is Right
La Fetra Center, GLENDORA
5-7:30PM > Come on down & play similar games to those on the show we all know & love.
cityofglendora.org
10 | Whiskey Sunday Live!
ALTADENA Coffee Gallery Backstage
7PM > Whiskey Sunday combines their shared roots of Irish folk, with Americana, Prairie winds & riverside hymns!
coffeegallery.com
17 | Artist Salon
Myrtle Tree Cafe, MONROVIA
6-9:30PM > A night of entertainment from your local musicians & writers. Enjoy with your wine & dinner!
facebook.com/myrtletreecafe
23 | Improv Workshop for Teens
SIERRA MADRE Public Library
6-7pm > Hollywood’s famed Comedy Sportz Program visits Sierra Madre for a one-night only improv workshop.
cityofsierramadre.com
24 | Great Trivia Challenge 26
Felix Event Center, AZUSA Pacific University
2pm > Take part in this exciting competition & enjoy the delectable desserts!
gplff.org
25-27 | Macbeth
LA CAÑADA Playhouse
7pm > This terrifying tale of deception & murder warns of unbridled ambition. FREE admission.
lacanadaplayhouse.org
26 | Happy Feet
MONROVIA Public Library
6-8pm > Emperor penguins sing a unique “heartsong” to attract a mate. Mumble can’t sing, but he can tap dance!
cityofmonrovia.org
from the Earth
3 | Sowing and Saving Seeds for Natives
ALTADENA Main Library
10AM-12PM > Expert gardener Krystal Rains teaches how to best collect & save native seeds for your garden.
altadenalibrary.org
11 | Mushroom Fair
LA County Arboretum, ARCADIA
10am-4:30pm > Enjoy demonstrations on growing, cooking & identifying mushrooms. Bring & identify your own!
arboretum.org
January Events Calendar
CELEBRATIONS
Along Colorado Blvd., PASADENA
8AM > Experience the magic of New Year’s Day with this unrivaled celebration! tournamentofroses.com
Along Sierra Madre & Washington Blvd., PASADENA
MON: 1-5PM, TUE: 9AM-5PM > Get a close-up look at the float designs & learn from the volunteers. tournamentofroses.com
PASADENA Museum of History
WED-SUN 12-5PM > View exquisite coronation gowns & accessories of past Rose Queens & Princesses. pasadenahistory.org
Participating Restaurants Across PASADENA
40 of Pasadenas best restaurants, lounges & burger joints offer signature creations & deals. pasadenarestaurantweek.com
TAKING IN NATURE
Huntington Library & Gardens, SAN MARINO
1-3PM > Enjoy the sounds of Traditional Chinese music in the Garden of Flowing Fragrance. huntington.org
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
10AM > Walk through the Camellia Forest with the Huntington Library’s curator of woody plant materials. descansogardens.org
GLENDALE Police Department
CLASS: 9-10AM, PICK-UP: 9AM-11AM > Learn how to best harvest rain water & pick up your barrel (must be pre-ordered). glendaleca.gov
The Arboretum, ARCADIA
8-10AM > A Japanese-inspired practice that deepens your relationship with nature. Tea & snacks provided. arboretum.org
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
10AM-2PM > Sample & browse delicious teas for sale while taking in the beautiful winter camellia blooms. descansogardens.org
ARTS, CRAFTS & GAMES
Old Town MONROVIA
5-9PM > Peruse organice & nutritious produce, beautiful fresh-cut flowers & crafts hand-made by local artisans. cityofmonrovia.org
Downtown CLAREMONT
6-9PM > Enjoy shopping and dining while visiting art galleries in & nearby the Claremont Village. claremontartwalk.com
Hilton PASADENA
10AM-6PM > Buy direct from artisans at great prices. Beads, art, clothing, jewelry, gemstones, textiles & more. beadanddesign.com
SAN GABRIEL Mission Playhouse
3-4:30PM > FREE classical concert presented by the Olympia Philharmonic Society & CSLA. missionplayhouse.org
SIERRA MADRE Public Library
GLENDORA Public Library
MONROVIA Public Library
6:30-8:30PM > Bring your favorite games for an evening of skill, luck & comradery. Snacks & beverages included. cityofmonrovia.org
Creative Arts Group, SIERRA MADRE
7-9PM > Meet the artists & enjoy refreshments on opening night. Show continues through February 23rd. creativeartsgroup.org
ALTADENA Public Library
11AM-1PM > Participants will learn to make posters using the mono-silkscreen technique. altadenalibrary.org
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2017 December Events Calendar
Descanso Gardens, LA CAÑADA FLINTRIDGE
TIMES VARY > An interactive, nighttime walk through unique lighting experiences. enchantedla.com
Honolulu & Rosemont, MONTROSE
6PM > Celebrate the 41st Annual Christmas Parade announced by Podley’s very own Jane Kane! montrosechristmasparade.org
Old Town MONROVIA
6PM LIGHTING, 7PM PARADE > Watch the holiday decorations light up Old Town. cityofmonrovia.org
GLENDORA Village
9-11AM > The theme this year is ” An Old Fashioned Christmas.” glendorachristmasparade.com
4 Homes Across PASADENA
9:30AM-4 PM > A self-guided tour of four elegant homes & a free holiday gift boutique. pasadenaholidaylookin.com
Downtown ARCADIA
11AM-6 PM > Holiday market featuring food trucks, live performances, artisanal tents & more! arcadiacachamber.org
897 Granite Drive, PASADENA
4:30-7:30PM > Shop local vendors & bring your family for FREE photos with Santa while enjoying wine & refreshments. Proceeds benefit Pasadena Educational Foundation. facebook.com/podleyproperties
Along S. Lake Avenue, PASADENA
12-5 PM > Celebrate the holidays with family-friendly activities, music & a visit to Santa’s Village. southlakeavenue.org
ARCADIA Community Center
9AM-2 PM; Evening Hours 5-9pm > Enjoy a hearty breakfast, holiday music & photo with Santa! Celebrate at the FREE snow festival after. arcadiacachamber.org
GLENDORA Village
3-7PM > Stop by for carriage rides, carollers & photos with Santa. glendoravillage.com
Santa Rosa & Mariposa, ALTADENA
2-9PM ARTS & CRAFTS, 6PM LIGHTING CEREMONY > Santa arrives in the Village, bringing Christmas tree lighting, carriage rides & more! christmastreelane.net
Heritage Park, LA VERNE
9AM-1PM > Children can enjoy 2 snow runs & play lands with real snow, arts & crafts, hot cocoa & a visit with Santa. ci.la-verne.ca.us
SIERRA MADRE Community Nursery School
10AM-2PM > This is a child-centered event with a child sized snow hill for rides & snow play. Sponsored by Vanessa Withers, Katie Orth & Judy Webb-Martin.
MONROVIA Public Library
6-7:45PM > The Muppet characters tell their version of the classic tale of an old & bitter miser’s redemption on Christmas Eve. cityofmonrovia.org
Memorial Park, SIERRA MADRE
1PM > Kids of all ages and talents – come and build a gingerbread house in Memorial Park and check out Library materials before the week-long holiday closure.
SIERRA MADRE Public Library
11AM-5PM > Pick up your last-minute holiday reading and enjoy treats and a holiday movie marathon at the library. cityofsierramadre.com
Kidspace Museum, PASADENA
TIMES VARY > Play in real snow, make snowmen & perfect your snowball making skills. Live performances each day. kidspacemuseum.org
Rosemont Pavilion: 700 Seco Street, PASADENA
9AM > Experience the magic of the floats before they make their debut in the Rose Parade. tournamentofroses.com
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