The Literary Arts
Pasadena Literary Alliance Launches New “On Location” Author Series
Governor Jerry Brown and Author Jim Newton at All Saints Pasadena
Red Hen Press and Graywolf Press Present Queer Poetics: A Reading & Conversation
The Huntington Acquires the Papers of the Chinese American Family Featured in the Book “On Gold Mountain” by Lisa See
Acclaimed Local Poet Thelma Reyna Pays Tribute to Her Late Husband Victor with New Collection of Poetry
The Literary Arts Events in Pasadena
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Epilepsy Walk Los Angeles 2024 click for more information »
The Epilepsy Walk Los Angeles returns to Pasadena’s Rose Bowl! Nearly 3,500 people are expected to attend this year’s event to raise awareness and funds for care, advocacy, research, and education. The Walk will feature a non-competitive 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Stroll, family friendly activities ...
Event Location: Rose Bowl Stadium
Cost: $25.00/Registration fee
Thursday, May 02, 2024
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Annual Pasadena Mayors Interfaith Prayer Breakfast click for more information »
Join Mayor Victor M. Gordo, Community Members, Pasadena Residents, Civic, Business, Student, and Educational Leaders, and the Interfaith Community at the 51st Annual Pasadena Mayor's Interfaith Prayer Breakfast hosted by Friends in Deed. The event will take place at Pasadena Convention Center. Door...
Event Location: Pasadena Convention Center
Cost: $45.00
Friday, May 03, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
La Salle College Preparatory Presents Crystal Ball 2024 Derby click for more information »
La Salle College Preparatory (LSCP) to host its 25th Annual Crystal Ball 2024 "Derby" at the Langham Huntington Pasadena. Crystal Ball serves as La Salle's signature event, dedicated to developing and supporting many of the school's important initiatives and scholarships. This year's theme is ...
Event Location: The Langham Huntington Pasadena
Cost: $225.00/Early bird ticket
Saturday, May 04, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
59th Annual Sierra Madre Art Fair click for more information »
The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library are preparing for the 59th Annual Art Fair. It is located in Memorial Park at Sierra Madre Boulevard and Hermosa Avenue in the charming three-square mile village of Sierra Madre. Set against the San Gabriel Mountains between Pasadena and Arcadia, it is an attr...
Event Location: Sierra Madre Memorial Park
Cost: Call for details
Saturday, May 04, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
1st Annual Cornhole Tournament and Chili Cookoff click for more information »
Join the Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge (CCLCF) for a day of thrilling competition as teams go head-to-head in the ultimate cornhole showdown, aiming to claim the title of champions. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, there’s excitement and fun for all skill levels. ...
Event Location: Community Center of La Canada Flintridge
Cost: $5.00 - $60.00
Saturday, May 04, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
FAUXCHELLA Live Music Arts Festival click for more information »
The community is invited to join FAUXCHELLA Live Music & Arts Festival at Eliot Arts Magnet in Altadena! Come, picnic, and... "Enjoy a day of music and festivities to celebrate our artistic community." Click here to view flyer....
Event Location: Eliot Arts Magnet
Cost: Free admission
Saturday, May 04, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Sue Mossman Retirement Dinner click for more information »
After an illustrious career spanning nearly five decades, the Executive Director of 30 years and Pasadena Heritage employee of 45 will be retiring. Please join Pasadena Heritage as they honor Sue and her long career at the Sue Mossman Retirement Dinner, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Athenaeum at Caltech. The eve...
Event Location: The Athenaeum
Cost: $350.00
Sunday, May 05, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
59th Annual Sierra Madre Art Fair click for more information »
The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library are preparing for the 59th Annual Art Fair. It is located in Memorial Park at Sierra Madre Boulevard and Hermosa Avenue in the charming three-square mile village of Sierra Madre. Set against the San Gabriel Mountains between Pasadena and Arcadia, it is an attr...
Event Location: Sierra Madre Memorial Park
Cost: Call for details
Sunday, May 05, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
71st Home Garden Tour Poppies on Meadowbrook Road click for more information »
Join Altadena Guild of Huntington Memorial Hospital for its 71st Home and Garden Tour, Poppies on Meadowbrook Road! On tour are beautiful homes and gardens in one of Altadena's most scenic neighborhoods. Various architectural styles and gardens will be showcased for viewing with each home being as ...
Event Location: Meadowbrook Road Altadena
Cost: $50.00
Monday, May 06, 2024
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Golfing for Good click for more information »
SAVE the DATE! You are cordially invited to Friends in Deed's 4th Annual Golf Tournament "Golfing for Good". The event will take place at Brookside Golf Club in Pasadena. Get your friends, co-workers, business partners, church group, etc. and come join in a fun day golfing as part of this excitin...
Event Location: Brookside Golf Club
Cost: Call for details
Tuesday, May 07, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Celebrating Our Schools Imagine 2024 click for more information »
The community is invited to join Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF)'s annual "Celebrating Our Schools - Imagine 2024" event at the courtyard of Pasadena City Hall. Join PEF to "celebrate our schools", meet inspirational students and teachers, and honor its partners in education. Honoring Jan...
Event Location: Pasadena City Hall Courtyard
Cost: Call for details
Friday, May 10, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Holy Family Auction 2024 click for more information »
Join Holy Family Church for a festive gathering with your fellow parishioners. This signature event will be an exciting ride with fabulous live auction items, music, and dancing. The Silent Auction is once again online for greater parish and community participation. The funds raised each year support HFS' diverse ministries, including the school and Religious Education. Holy Family parish includes 4,50o fami...
Event Location: Holy Family Church
Cost: $125.00
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
24th Annual Spring Ceramics Sale click for more information »
Celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of local artists at Community Center of La Canada Flintridge's biannual Ceramic Sales, held in May and December each year! From elegant vases and intricately glazed bowls to whimsical sculptures and functional pottery, you’ll discover a diverse array of ...
Event Location: Community Center of La Canada Flintridge
Cost: Varies
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Time: All day event
Sequoyah Schools Community Auction click for more information »
Come enjoy food, fun, and phenomenal music on Sequoyah School's K-8 campus and bid anonymously online from the comfort of your phone. Not only will all proceeds benefit its students and teachers, it will be one truly fun party. Parents, guardians, teachers, past parents, and alums 21 and older are ...
Event Location: Sequoyah School's K-8 Campus
Cost: Varies
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Steel Magnolias Mothers Day Tea Show click for more information »
Steel Magnolia's Show and Tea presented by Theatre Americana. Under the direction of Susan Lambert, a Southern Woman herself, the show will be taking on a new perspective. Proceeds from the tea will benefit Monrovia Guild-Children's Hos...
Event Location: Porticos Art Space
Cost: $55.00
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Steel Magnolias Mothers Day Tea Show click for more information »
Steel Magnolia's Show and Tea presented by Theatre Americana. Under the direction of Susan Lambert, a Southern Woman herself, the show will be taking on a new perspective. Proceeds from the tea will benefit Monrovia Guild-Children's Hospital of L.A. Tea Time: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Show: 3:00 p.m...
Event Location: Porticos Art Space
Cost: $55.00
Monday, May 13, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Steel Magnolias Mothers Day Tea Show click for more information »
Steel Magnolia's Show and Tea presented by Theatre Americana. Under the direction of Susan Lambert, a Southern Woman herself, the show will be taking on a new perspective. Proceeds from the tea will benefit Monrovia Guild-Children's Hospital of L.A. Tea Time: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Show: 3:00 p.m...
Event Location: Porticos Art Space
Cost: $55.00
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Give Back Fundraiser California Pizza Kitchen click for more information »
Support Pasadena Village by dining out or ordering take out from CPK on Wednesday, August 2. Use code of "BACK20%" and 20% of your meal’s price will be donated to Pasadena Village. You can participate in this fundraiser by: Dine In, Take Out, or Pick Up! Order online at https://www.cpk.com/lo...
Event Location: California Pizza Kitchen Pasadena
Cost: Free
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2024 Heart Excellence Persimmon Donor Luncheon click for more information »
Join us this Spring to celebrate the power of philanthropy at YWCA Glendale and Pasadena’s 27th Annual Heart & Excellence Awards & Persimmon Donor Circle Luncheon. Connect with 200 local supporters as we celebrate the impactful contributions of exceptional women while providing a space for diverse...
Event Location: Anoush Glenoaks Ballroom - L.A. Banquets
Cost: $100.00
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Golden Poppy Awards 2024 Student Art Contest and Garden Party click for more information »
Altadena Heritage invite you to join your neighbors to celebrate the beautiful front yards in town. Teams of dedicated judges have been walking and viewing every street in town to find the gardens that best “give to the street”. And outdoor event will be held one of the premier gardens in Altade...
Event Location: Midlothian Drive
Cost: $25.00
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Five Acres Annual Gala California Dreamin click for more information »
Save the Date! Five Acres will hold its 136th Annual Gala at a private home in Pasadena! Five Acres is one of Los Angeles County's oldest nonprofits, Five Acres offers a full continuum of care for children and families in crisis, including foster care, adoption, deaf services, therapeutic residenti...
Event Location: Private Home in Pasadena
Cost: Call for details
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Foothill Familys Annual Gala Auction click for more information »
Save the Date! Foothill Family’s annual benefit is on May 18, 2024! The Friends of Foothill Family work tirelessly to organize Foothill Family's annual gala, held each spring and conceptualized around a unique theme. The benefit supports Foothill Family by raising approximately one-fifth of the a...
Event Location: TBA
Cost: Call for details
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
South Pasadena Educational Foundation Parti Gras 2024 Bootleggers Ball click for more information »
South Pasadena Educational Foundation (SPEF) presents Bootleggers' Ball Saturday, at the Dry Steam (Arroyo Seco Golf Course). The tradition of celebrating the schools of South Pasadena at Parti Gras continues. Join 1,000 other parents and community members on Saturday, May 18th, at the Arroyo Seco ...
Event Location: Arroyo Golf Course
Cost: $150.00
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m.
The Armorys 2024 Gala click for more information »
Join Armory Center for the Arts at the Pasadena Convention Center's historic 1931 exhibition hall to celebrate and honor Armory Board Member Gale Kohl's dedication to the Armory and the local communities. Hosted by veteran broadcaster and Gale's dear friend Jorge Jarrín, this is the Armo ...
Event Location: Pasadena Convention Center
Cost: $375.00
Sunday, May 19, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m.
RBAC Annual Benefit click for more information »
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center (RBAC) will host its annual benefit at The Fig House in Los Angeles. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://rosebowlaquatics.org/ or RBAC's Facebook page....
Event Location: The Fig House
Cost: Call for details