Parents, we’ve got you covered! Here’s our focus piece that zeroes in on tons of fun activities for your children this weekend and next week.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6
Outdoor Family Storytime
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Charles White Park
Families with young children and older siblings are invited to join Altadena Library for stories, songs, and rhymes at Charles White Park.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241666
Family Storytime (ages 0-5)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Crowell Public Library
Storytime features activities that will promote early literacy and lifelong learning through songs, movement, fingerplays, and books. Storytime is also an opportunity for caregivers to learn ways they can incorporate learning activities into everyday routines. Registration is not required. Please watch the library’s social media for cancellations.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241481
Story & Craft at SCCM
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free with admission
Event location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Join SCCM for a read-aloud, and then bring the story to life through arts and crafts! Perfect for your toddler to kindergarten friends, this weekly program exposes kids to various authors, illustrators, cultures and diverse characters through stories, play, crafts and songs!
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241524
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Hastings Branch Library
Join Hastings Branch Library for a storytime full of songs, rhymes, puppets and fingerplays! For toddlers 1-3 and their caregivers.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241595
Play Date Series: “Beauty & the Beast” (Ages 6-9)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 3:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Cost: $879.00
Event location: Theatre 360
Students will develop a condensed musical with blocking, choreography, and music. Each class will work on acting, dance, and singing skills in a rehearsal-like setting. Students will be asked to memorize lines, vocal parts, and choreography. Class will culminate in a fully realized performance for family and friends. Students are encouraged to work on their own to practice and rehearse in between classes. Tue, Sep 6, 2022 – Dec 6, 2022. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241461
Homework Help (K-Middle School)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: La Pintoresca Branch Library
Need help with your homework or practice reading? Drop by the library and one of the library’s volunteers can help. For grades Kindergarten to Middle School.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241599
Tween Jazz (Ages 8-12)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $293.00/month
Event location: Theatre 360
A staple of Broadway, jazz is a blend of ballet and modern dance and emphasizes high-energy, precise movements. This class is open to all levels and will introduce students to foundational skills, while providing opportunities for personal expression and fun choreography! This is a great introduction for students looking to improve their dance skills for musical theatre. Dance attire required. Tue, Sep 6, 2022 – Dec 6, 2022. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241463
Coloring Outside the Lines (Ages 5-10)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $25.00 – $50.00
Event location: Online (Virtual)
Learn new ways to use familiar drawing tools in a fun, supportive environment. Draw the things you love under the instruction of an experienced artist. Information on how to log into the class and how to pick up the class art kit provided at registration. Virtual…Tuesdays 09/06-10/25
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241955
Play Date Series: “The Pajama Game” (Ages 9-14)
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $293.00/month
Event location: Theatre 360
Students will develop a condensed musical with blocking, choreography, and music. Each class will work on acting, dance, and singing skills in a rehearsal-like setting. Students will be asked to memorize lines, vocal parts, and choreography. Class will culminate in a fully realized performance for family and friends. Students are encouraged to work on their own to practice and rehearse in between classes. Tue, Sep 6, 2022 – Dec 6, 2022. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241462
Pajama Storytime
Tuesday, September 06, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Altadena Library
This storytime is for children of all ages. Get comfy then come to the library for an evening session of your favorite books, songs, and rhymes.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241668
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7
Preschool Storytime
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Santa Catalina Branch Library
Join Santa Catalina Branch Library for stories, songs, and fingerplays! Best for ages 3-5 and their caregivers
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241603
Song & Dance (Ages 5-8)
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $195.00/month
Event location: Theatre 360
This class will introduce your child to all things musical theatre! Songs are staged with movement and choreography, with an emphasis on vocal technique and great storytelling. Students will learn to put musical numbers together through rehearsal and performance. Repertoire will be chosen from the broad range of classic and contemporary Broadway shows as a foundation for their theatre education! Wed, Sep 7, 2022 – Dec 7, 2022. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241465
Kids For Animals Club
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $275.00
Event location: Pasadena Humane
The Kids for Animals Club offers kids ages 7 to 11 an enriching after-school opportunity to experience the Pasadena Humane shelter. Kids club will meet once a week for six weeks– every Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Each week, students will explore topics that include animal welfare, shelter work, and animal-related crafts or games, as well as supervised animal interaction. At the end of each session, the students will have a celebratory event where they will reflect on what they have learned. Pasadena Humane Kids for Animals promotes compassion and care for all animals while encouraging tolerance, confidence, and adaptability among participants. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241754
Forks & Spoons (All ages)
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: La Pintoresca Park
Yummy, Yummy to the tummy. Join Pasadena’s Parks & Recreation Dept. as they celebrate food from across the world through inspirational and creative cooking experiences. Foodies? This program is for you! Wednesdays, 09/07-10/26
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241966
Aztec Dance (All Ages)
Wednesday, September 07, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Villa Parke Community Center
Participate in traditional Aztec Indian dance steps, style, movement, drum rhythms, and songs. Workshops start with basic movements and then progress to choreographed dance steps. All classes are accompanied by live Aztec drumming. This class combines youth and adult instruction. Wednesdays 09/07 – 10/26. For more information call (323) 363-5931.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241946
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: Front Lawn at the Main Library
Join Altadena Library for outdoor Preschool Storytime. You’ll have fun with books, rhymes and songs that encourage development of early literacy skills in young children. Children ages 3 -5 and their parents/caregivers are welcome. All storytimes will be held outdoors weather permitting. Programs will be moved into the Community Room in the event of inclement weather conditions. Space is limited so we recommend you come early to pick your spot.
Event location: Front Lawn at the Main Library
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241671
Bilingual Circle Time at SCCM
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
Cost: Free with admission
Event location: Southern California Children’s Museum
Enjoy a fun, interactive Spanish-English story time or sing a long! This program is suitable for native speakers and those seeking exposure to a new language.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241529
STEAM Storytime
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: La Pintoresca Branch Library Outside
Join your child in an exploration of the wonders of the world. Singing, dancing, music, crafts and beautiful books. Storytime will be held outside, if weather permits
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241579
Take & Make: Coffee Bean Wall Art
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at All day event
Cost: Free
Event location: Santa Catalina Branch Library (Pick up kits here)
Celebrate National Coffee Day (Sept 29) and your love for Coffee by making your very own shadow box! Sign up to reserve your kit at https://cityofpasadena.libwizard.com/f/Coffee_Bean beginning September 8. Signups last through September 30, or while supplies last. Pick up your reserved kit at Santa Catalina Branch Library. Thursday, September 08, 2022 to Friday, September 30, 2022
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241611
Picasso (Ages 9/up)
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Event location: La Pintoresca Park
Do you have an eye for color, lines, textures or designs? Bring your inner Picasso and create a Mona Lisa with us. All supplies will be provided. Thursdays, 09/08-10/27
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241964
Piano (Virtual) Ages 7-17
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. & 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $45.00 – $90.00
Event location: Online (Virtual)
Virtual piano classes are offered to build a foundation of music theory and basic concepts of reading music. Students learn the basics of fingering, rhythm, timing tempos, and dynamics by doing exercises and playing songs. Intermediate students will take their learning to the next level with more complex technics and tunes. Each student will be assigned loaner keyboards, if needed, to use for the duration of the session. Thursdays, 09/08-10/27
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241973
Acting on Camera (Ages 10-18)
Thursday, September 08, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $293.00/month
Event location: Theatre 360
This course offers an introduction to on-camera acting for film and television. Students will participate in monologue and scene work, while learning the fundamentals of on-screen camera acting technique. Class content will take our students from the initial audition process to the final shoot. Students will be on camera each class getting comfortable with slating, hitting marks, framing, lighting, storytelling on camera, working with a reader and watching playback for growth. Thu, Sep 8, 2022 – Dec 8, 2022. Register at the above link.
https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/events/?event_item=241466
