The Literary Arts
Charlotte Maya’s Journey Through Loss and Resilience
Grand Opening of Black-Owned Independent Bookstore, Octavia’s Bookshelf, Today
The Huntington Names Winner of 2023 Shapiro Book Prize
Pasadena’s Newest Independent Bookstore to Open in February
The Huntington Acquires Thomas Pynchon Archive
Who Killed Jane Stanford? A Gilded Age Tale of Murder, Deceit, Spirits and the Birth of a University
Red Hen Press’s Annual Benefit Returns In Hybrid Event, Raises $203,000
Exploring Pasadena: The Original Busch Gardens Illustrated Presentation and Book Signing with Historian, Author Michael Logan
The Literary Arts Events in Pasadena
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Colorado Street Bridge Party click for more information »
Save the Date! The Bridge Party is Back! In 1913, the Colorado Street Bridge opened to the public and eventually became part of the newly established Route 66, winding from Chicago to Los Angeles. However, in 1977, plans were made to demolish the bridge—until Pasadena Heritage intervened, success...
Event Location: Colorado and Orange Grove Blvd.
Cost: Call for details
Sunday, July 20, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.
WalkUnitedLA United For Our Future click for more information »
Join United Way of Greater Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Rams for "WalkUnitedLA: United For Our Future" at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena. Mark your calendar for Sunday, July 20, at 8 a.m. and join honorary chairs Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and his wife, Kelly. This ...
Event Location: Rose Bowl Stadium
Cost: $25.00/Walk, $35.00/Run
Monday, July 21, 2025
Time: All day event
Ronald McDonald House Pasadena Healing Hugs Day click for more information »
At Ronald McDonald House Pasadena, love is found in quiet moments: • a freshly made bed • a home-cooked meal • a space to simply exhale. For RMHP families, these small comforts become powerful sources of strength during life’s hardest moments. When they travel here for life-changing treatmen...
Event Location: Ronald McDonald House Pasadena
Cost: Donations accepted
Thursday, August 07, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m.
The Room Temperature Show click for more information »
Cristela Alonzo and Friends presents The Room Temperature Show (No ICE Allowed). 100% of ticket sales got to Immigrant Defenders Law enter (ImmDef). Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a next-generation social justice law firm that defends our immigrant communities against injustices in the ...
Event Location: Ice House Comedy Club's California Room
Cost: Call for details
Thursday, August 07, 2025
Time: 9:45 p.m.
The Room Temperature Show click for more information »
Cristela Alonzo and Friends presents The Room Temperature Show (No ICE Allowed). 100% of ticket sales got to Immigrant Defenders Law enter (ImmDef). Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a next-generation social justice law firm that defends our immigrant communities against injustices in the i...
Event Location: Ice House Comedy Club's Legendary Room
Cost: Call for details
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Summer Concerts in the Park Mt Wilson Trail Fundraising Concert click for more information »
Grab your lawn chairs, blankets, and your dancing shoes - free live music is back in the park all summer long. Enjoy great tunes, good vibes, and family - friendly fun under the evening sky. This will be a concert to raise funds for Mt. Wilson Trail (TBD). For more information, call Sierra Madre Com...
Event Location: Memorial Park Bandshell
Cost: Free
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
San Marino Motor Classic 2025 Symphony of Cars Gala click for more information »
San Marino Motor Classic 2025 presents the Symphony of Cars Gala - The Gala Benefits the Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley. 15 cars will be presented and Gary Tole and the Legends of Swing Orchestra will play music of their era. There will be complimentary valet parking, a hoste...
Event Location: Lacy Park
Cost: $300.00
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Altadena Block Party Basketball Tournament click for more information »
Join Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club for a fun day of community, entertainment, and impact! The Altadena Block Party will bring together celebrities, athletes, and community leaders for an unforgettable basketball tournament and family-friendly festival to support families displaced by the Eaton Fire....
Event Location: Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club
Cost: $1,500.00/Friend of Altadena Sponsor
Monday, September 15, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.
37th Annual Golf Classic and Dinner click for more information »
Five Acres is thrilled to announce its 37th Annual Golf Classic and Dinner, co-chaired by Rachel and Nick Mosaquites, to be held on September 15, 2025 at San Gabriel Country Club in San Gabriel. Five Acres will soon announce the sponsorships, underwriting, and donation opportunities to promote safet...
Event Location: San Gabriel Country Club
Cost: Call for details
Monday, September 15, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Hit the Green for AbilityFirst click for more information »
Swing into Action and Register to Golf at AbilityFirst Golf Fundraiser Event! AbilityFirst is excited to announce its inaugural golf fundraiser event, Hit the Green for AbilityFirst, proudly presented by the AbilityFirst Long Beach Center Ambassadors, at El Dorado Park Golf Course. The Hit the Green golf event pro...
Event Location: El Dorado Park Golf Course
Cost: $150.00
Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation Golf Classic click for more information »
The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation is excited to host its 4th annual Golf Classic at Brookside Golf Course in the shadow of the historic Rose Bowl Stadium. Please help the Foundation bring the A-game, as it strive to expand the grant-making for their mission-aligned recipients and the thous...
Event Location: Brookside Golf Course
Cost: Call for details
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Lineage Performing Arts Centers Annual Gala Magic click for more information »
Save the Date! The Lineage Performing Arts Center warmly invites you to attend its highly anticipated Annual Gala, taking place on Saturday, September 20 at 5:00 p.m. This year's celebration is themed "Magic", promising an unforgettable evening filled with inspiring performances, heartfelt storyt...
Event Location: Lineage Performing Arts Center
Cost: Call for details
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m.
San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity Raise the Roof for Altadena Gala click for more information »
Mark your calendars! "Join Us to Raise the Roof for Altadena" The annual Raise the Roof Gala, presented by San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity, will take place on September 27th at Le Meridien in Arcadia. Save the Date! Invitation to follow. This year, SGV Habitat for Humanity is Raising the Roof for Altadena—to provide funds to sup...
Event Location: Le Meridien
Cost: Call for details
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Rose Bowl Aquatic Centers Annual Benefit click for more information »
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center is making waves at NOOR Pasadena! On Tuesday, September 30, the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center is diving into a milestone, its “Cheers to 35 Years” Annual Benefit. It’s not just a fundraiser, it’s an anniversary celebration honoring 35 years of life-saving impact in the com...
Event Location: NOOR Pasadena
Cost: $750.00/Two tickets
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Rainbows for AbilityFirst click for more information »
"We are off to the races to make this year’s Rainbows for AbilityFirst event a winning success - and community support is key!" Held at the Los Alamitos Race Course, this annual event benefiting AbilityFirst promises an exciting evening featuring live performances, raffles, silent and live aucti...
Event Location: Los Alamitos Race Course
Cost: $100.00
Friday, October 17, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Fall Benefit Performance The Night of the Iguana click for more information »
Join Boston Court Pasadena for a special benefit performance of The Night of the Iguana, where the vibe is more shabby than chic and the drama simmers in the tropical heat. Delight in a pre-show reception with food and cocktails, enjoy premium seating at Boston Court's highly anticipated fall produ...
Event Location: Pasadena Hotel
Cost: $125.00/Single tickets
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
SHINE Gala 2025 click for more information »
Save the Date! Ronald McDonald House Pasadena's annual SHINE Gala will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Join Ronald McDonald House Pasadena for a memorable evening overlooking beautiful Pasadena City Hall. "Together, we will celebrate and raise funds in support of the children and familie...
Event Location: The Westin Pasadena
Cost: Call for details
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Red Hen Press 31st Benefit Evening Gala click for more information »
Red Hen Press returns with a dynamic hybrid program to celebrate at the Grand Venue in Los Angeles. The organization’s annual benefit gala promises an exciting evening featuring literary readings, a live auction, and the opportunity to connect with Red Hen Press authors and members of the literary...
Event Location: Grand Venue
Cost: Call for details
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: 6:00 a.m.
Tee Off for a Cause 9th Annual Birdie Tussle Golf Tournament click for more information »
Pasadena High School and John Muir High School invite golfers to the 9th Annual Birdie Tussle Golf Tournament at Brookside Golf & Country Club in Pasadena. This spirited event combines friendly competition, community camaraderie, and support for local student-athletes. Highlights include contests for Clo....
Event Location: Brookside Golf Club
Cost: $155.00/Single player
Saturday, November 08, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:000 p.m.
AbilityFirst Stroll Roll click for more information »
Join AbilityFirst Stroll & Roll at Santa Anita Park?! Stroll & Roll is a community event celebrating people with disabilities and their families. "Help us achieve our goal of $452,000 to fund programs for children and adults with disabilities". Enjoy complimentary coffee and light breakfast, liv...
Event Location: Santa Anita Park - Paddock Gardens Parking Lot A
Cost: $35.00/Registration fee
Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fall Community Yard Sale click for more information »
The City of Sierra Madre's Senior Community Commission hosts it's first Fall Community Yard Sale on November 15, 2025. The Community organizations and members are invited to come together with their neighbors to participate in the community yard sale. Participants have the opportunity to clean out...
Event Location: Hart Park House Senior Center
Cost: $35.00/General Spots, $45.00/VIP Spots
Thursday, November 27, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Thanksgiving Run Food Drive click for more information »
For over 30 years, the Community Center of La Canada Flintridge (CCLCF) has gathered on Thanksgiving morning to lace up their sneakers, stretch their muscles, and embrace the spirit of gratitude and health. Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or prefer a leisurely stroll wi...
Event Location: Olberz Park
Cost: $10.00 - $20.00
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
2025 Annual Holiday Ceramic Sale click for more information »
The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge invites the public to celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of local artists at its biannual Ceramic Sales, held each May and December. From elegant vases and intricately glazed bowls to whimsical sculptures and functional pottery, visitors will dis...
Event Location: Community Center of La Canada Flintridge
Cost: Varies
Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
2025 Annual Holiday Ceramic Sale click for more information »
The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge invites the public to celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of local artists at its biannual Ceramic Sales, held each May and December. From elegant vases and intricately glazed bowls to whimsical sculptures and functional pottery, visitors will dis...
Event Location: Community Center of La Canada Flintridge
Cost: Varies
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Las Madrinas Ball 2025 click for more information »
Las Madrinas, the oldest affiliate group of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), will host its annual Las Madrinas Ball on Saturday, December 20, 2025, continuing a tradition of civic recognition and philanthropic support. Nineteen families and their daughters will be honored for their commitme...
Event Location: Beverly Hills Hilton
Cost: Call for details