Fuller Theological Seminary will hold its 75th Commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 8 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. The event will take place at Lake Avenue Church, located at 393 N. Lake Ave. in Pasadena. According to the seminary’s announcement, doctoral hooding ceremonies will be held in person on the Pasadena campus during the week before Commencement. For those unable to attend in person, th... More »
In a celebration of both art and alternative modes of transportation, Pasadena will hold a unique and engaging event on Saturday: a Public Art Bike Ride. This free event, pushing off a 9:30 am at Playhouse Village Park, promises an enriching experience for art enthusiasts and cycling aficionados alike. Organized by Day One and the Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition, the ride will serve as a guid... More »
Founded in 1984, Senior Care Network (SCN) has carved a unique niche as one of the nation’s few hospital-based programs specifically designed to meet the diverse needs of older adults, adults with disabilities, and their families. The SCN organization’s team, which includes social workers, public health nurses, volunteers, and students, also partners with physicians, mental health and community-ba... More »
A 19-year-old Pasadena man reportedly fought off a knife-wielding home invasion robber on Wednesday night, managing to disarm the suspect and stab him with his own pocket knife, according to the police. Pasadena Police Lieutenant Matt Campeau said the May 15 residential burglary occurred at approximately 8:50 p.m. in the 1200 block of Solita Road. The victim, who was home at the time, reportedly s... More »
Pasadena’s ArtCenter College of Design has unveiled the recipients of its 16th Annual Alumni Awards, honoring a remarkable trio whose design sensibilities not only brought joy to millions but also tackled some of society’s most pressing issues. The awardees, who will be fêted at a June 8th ceremony, represent the transformative power of design in realms as diverse as theme parks and social impact ... More »
Three Pasadena students were among the winners celebrated at the Second Annual Anne Frank Day Awards Ceremony, held on Sunday, May 12 at the Los Angeles Public Library’s Mark Taper Auditorium during Jewish American Heritage Month. William Agner from The Waverly School took third place in the age 12-15 category with his essay, “Loneliness And Hope In A Modern Childhood,” while Mayfield Senior Schoo... More »
The Rotary Club of Pasadena honored five Pasadena Unified School District teachers with the 2024 Teachers of Excellence Award on Wednesday, May 15, at the Club’s weekly meeting. The recipients were recognized for their outstanding work and dedication to helping students succeed through transformative education. The 2024 Teachers of Excellence are Kristina Andrews from Don Benito Fundamental Elemen... More »
Spring was certainly blooming inside and outside the Western Justice Center on Grand Avenue, itself awash in a sea of roses in its front garden. On Wednesday, 27 Pasadena homeowners were awarded the Pasadena Beautiful Foundation’s Golden Arrow award for their beautiful and practical home garden creations. “This event is a high point in our year. We get to acknowledge the beautiful homes in Pasade... More »
A gathering of concerned citizens and community leaders is set to take place Saturday on Pasadena City Hall’s front steps to shed light on a crisis that has long been simmering beneath the surface: the state of mental health among our youth. The Partnership for Children, Youth and Families, a collective of over 40 local organizations, is spearheading a rally to amplify the importance of mental hea... More »
A former employee of a Pasadena business is expected to be sentenced Friday for using non-public information to make nearly $500,000 by selling shares in the company after news of a forthcoming acquisition became public. Marco Antonio “Marc” Perez, 59, of Glendora, pleaded guilty in October in downtown Los Angeles to one federal count of insider trading, according to the U.S. Department of Justice... More »
