C’mon. You’re a Southern Californian. What’s a little heat wave to you? 96 on Saturday – that’s nothing. Go out, have fun, enjoy. And plan your hot stuff weekend with our guide to the best things to do in Pasadena!

Friday, July 21, 2023

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Monthly Food Distribution   click for more information »

Low-income adults 60 and older receive one free box of food and couples receive two. Each box includes foods that meet?specific nutritional needs, such as cheese, canned fruits and vegetables, dry milk and related dairy products, cereals and other grain products, and more. Proof of income and Cali…

Event Location: Pasadena Senior Center Parking Lot

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Health Fair and Fresh Produce Distribution   click for more information »

Health fair services indoors will include blood pressure and glucose testing, hearing tests, updates in Medicare health plans, resources and more. Preassembled bags of fresh, nutritious vegetables will be distributed on the patio while supplies last courtesy of Order of Malta Mobile Ministries. Ever…

Event Location: Pasadena Senior Center

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Red Cross Blood Drive   click for more information »

South Pasadena Public Library will host a Community Blood Drive at the Library Community Room. To schedule your life-saving appointment, please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter sponsor code: SOPASLIB. ON THE DAY OF THE DRIVE: Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting…

Event Location: South Pasadena Library Community Room

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pasadena Bead & Design Show   click for more information »

Pasadena Bead & Design Show returns to the Hilton Pasadena July 21-23. Bead & Design has taken place biannually in Pasadena for over sixteen years (32 shows!) and has become a tradition in the community -both among avid crafters and designers, and everyone who appreciates finely crafted and unique c…

Event Location: Hilton Pasadena

Cost: $8.00 – $10.00

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Senior Hawaiian & Polynesian Dance Class   click for more information »

Bring a lei, your flower skirt or just your desire to dance! Every Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Join instructor Barbara Dempsey as she leads you in the art of Hula….

Event Location: Hart Park House

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Play and Learn   click for more information »

Come enjoy educational toys, puzzles, color, listen to preschool music and have fun with friends. …

Event Location: Villa Parke Branch Library

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Adult Craft at Bob Lucas: Sun Printing   click for more information »

Join Bob Lucas Branch Library for a morning craft! Online registration is required as space is limited to 10 people per session. Event is for ages 18 and over. This craft activity occurs the third Friday of the month except for August. If you have any questions, please call (626) 798-8338….

Event Location: Bob Lucas Branch Library

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

Wild California Explorers   click for more information »

Did you know that the Washingtonia filifera is the only species of palm trees indigenous to California? Learn more about “our amazing state” through games, scavenger hunts and craft projects!…

Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum

Cost: Free with admission

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

1619 Project: Guest Speaker Brian Biery, Zoom   click for more information »

Pasadena Village’s 1619 Project discussion group was inspired by the New York Times issue dated August 2019. This is a safe place to talk about the history of racism in America, to understand its origins and its residual impact. This week we will be hearing from Brian Biery, an Adjunct Professor i…

Event Location: Online (Virtual)

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

From Page to Table   click for more information »

Make a recipe from a cookbook from the library’s collection or yours and share it with the group! What could be better than books and food?…

Event Location: Altadena Library

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Lunch at the Library   click for more information »

Free lunch for children and teens! Lunches are available on a first come, first served basis, as supplies last at Jefferson Branch Library. The Library will also feature a steam, craft, or music activity during the lunch period. Lunches are for ages 0-18. …

Event Location: Jefferson Branch Library Children & Teen Services

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Friday Movie Matinee: “Score: A Film Music Documentary” (2016, NR)   click for more information »

Watching a movie can be revitalizing and can help viewers relax and disconnect for a couple of hours. Each Pasadena Senior Center member may bring one nonmember guest. Featuring “Score: A Film Music Documentary” (2016, NR). This film features the most celebrated composers of music for cinema and…

Event Location: Pasadena Senior Center

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Pop In for “Halloween in July”: Pop-Up Cards with Papercraft Master Joel Stern   click for more information »

Papercraft Master Joel Stern, author of MY FIRST ORIGAMI KIT, and ORIGAMI GAMES (as well as many other books and kits) has had his awesome origami featured in movies, commercials, and on TV! BOOK A TRIP (Vroman’s 2023 Summer Reading Program) is proud to give young artisans a chance to be guided by …

Event Location: Vroman’s Bookstore

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Opening: Plein Air   click for more information »

Plein Air is a group exhibition that explores shifting ideas of western landscape, painting, and fieldwork. Traditional plein air painting, which typically involves painting outdoors in a single sitting to capture a vista in a certain quality of light, is taken as a point of departure to consider th…

Event Location: Armory Center for the Arts

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 3:00 p.m.

Tween Lego Club   click for more information »

Join Altadena Library for Tween Lego Club! A fun hour of games, challenges, and guided building with Legos. Children ages 8 – 12 welcome….

Event Location: Altadena Library

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sally Asmundson Art Reception   click for more information »

Sally Asmundson will be exhibiting a wide variety of art! From glass art, to watercolors, to poetry, Sally does it all! She even made a speech at Toastmasters called: Renaissance Woman or Dilettante? She had always been curious about art, being inspired by a third grade art teacher, but didn’t rea…

Event Location: Pasadena Village Office

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Camellia Lounge   click for more information »

Meander through the Japanese Gardens with the accompaniment of acoustic music during Descanso Gardens’ extended summer hours. Enjoy a drink from the Tea House bar in this new twelve-week series. Music is free with admission. Entry to the Camellia Lounge is included with admission, no reservation…

Event Location: Descanso Gardens

Cost: Free with admission

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Haunted Pasadena   click for more information »

Through castles and courtyards, mortuaries and theatres, darkened alleyways and shuttered shopping malls, come walk with Pasadena Walking Tours (PWT) and discover the sordid side of the City of Roses. Meet the phantoms who haunt its alleys, underground tunnels, corridors, and back rooms. Unexplained…

Event Location: 36 S. El Molino Avenue

Cost: $16.00 – $28.00

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Dr. Aomawa Shields, in conversation with Allen Zadoff, discusses “Life on Other Planets: A Memoir of Finding My Place in the Universe”   click for more information »

A stunning and inspiring memoir charting a life as an astronomer, classically-trained actor, mother, and Black woman in STEM, searching for life in the universe while building a meaningful life here on Earth. As a kid, Aomawa Shields was always bumping into things, her neck craned up at the sky, dr…

Event Location: Vroman’s Bookstore

Cost: Free

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Stew   click for more information »

Mama’s in the kitchen early preparing her famous stew for a big event, but even as her daughter and granddaughters help, she still feels like time is running out. Soon these three generations of Black women begin to feel their past and present closing in. A finalist for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for …

Event Location: The Pasadena Playhouse

Cost: $35.00+

Friday, July 21, 2023

Time: 8:00 p.m.

The Turn of the Screw   click for more information »

Based on the provocative tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality, this adaptation gives the famous story yet another turn of its own. A young governess journeys to a lonely English manor house to care for two recently orphaned children. But she is not their first governess. Her predecessor,…

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $25.00 – $45.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Victory Park   click for more information »

As a Certified Farmers’ Market, Pasadena Farmer’s Market provide visitors with fresh, nutritious, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. They are proud and active members of the California Federation of Certified Farmers’ Markets. Everyone will love the experience of buying directly from the farmer…

Event Location: Victory Park

Cost: Varies

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Restore + Explore: Forest Bathing with Debra Wilbur   click for more information »

Join a two-day forest bathing class and discover pathways to restore emotional and physical well-being. Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Debra Wilbur for a two-day forest bathing class and discover pathways to restore emotional and physical well-being. Wilbur leads a guided nature immersion exper…

Event Location: The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Cost: $60.00 – $80.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Pop-Up Adoption Event at Pasadena Farmer’s Market (Victory Park)   click for more information »

The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend! …

Event Location: Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Victory Park

Cost: Call for details

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 9:30 a.m.

Kids Ages 5-7 Rock Candy Workshop by Kitoodle Creators!   click for more information »

This workshop is perfect for kids aged 5-7 who are curious about how things work and love to make cool creations. During the workshop, the little scientists will learn about the science behind rock candy, explore different ingredients, and experiment with various colors and flavors to create their v…

Event Location: Kitoodle Creators Maker Academy

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

La Canada Farmers’ Market   click for more information »

La Cañada Farmers’ Market, setup weekly on Saturdays with love, rain or shine! Choose from a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, to meats and cheeses, breads, jams, pickles, a profusion of leafy vegetables and fruits juices and much more. For more information and updates visit http://www.rawin…

Event Location: 1346 Foothill Blvd.

Cost: Varies

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Family Storytime   click for more information »

Join South Pasadena Public Library as its Children’s Librarians read stories, share fingerplays, songs, and flannel board stories! Storytimes will be held outside in the Library Park on the Oxley Street side, weather permitting. Masks are strongly recommended for ages 2 and up. Attendees should bri…

Event Location: South Pasadena Library Park

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Grandparent & Me – Creative Exploration   click for more information »

Enjoy a delightful experience with a special child in your life, as you listen to stories and experiment with paint, clay, and mixed media. This class celebrates the imagination and encourages authentic self-expression. For adults and children ages 5-8….

Event Location: San Rafael Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Botanical Printing – “Help Us Build An Altadena Community Quilt”   click for more information »

The Altadena Libraries and Altadena Town Council invite you to spend a day connecting with neighbors, meeting your Town Council Representative, and creating botanical prints that will be used to create a community quilt that reflects the flora of Altadena. Botanical printing opens conversations abou…

Event Location: Pocket Park at the Main Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM   click for more information »

Kiddos of all ages get to explore various musical instruments while singing their favorite songs! From shakers to drums, SCCM with the kids are ready to make some noise!…

Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum

Cost: Free with admission

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pasadena Bead & Design Show   click for more information »

Pasadena Bead & Design Show returns to the Hilton Pasadena July 21-23. Bead & Design has taken place biannually in Pasadena for over sixteen years (32 shows!) and has become a tradition in the community -both among avid crafters and designers, and everyone who appreciates finely crafted and unique c…

Event Location: Hilton Pasadena

Cost: $8.00 – $10.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Sensory Storytime for Children With Autism and/or Sensory Processing Disorder   click for more information »

Sensory Storytime is a free, fun, interactive and educational program designed for preschool age children with autism and/or sensory challenges. It combines books, songs, sensory play and therapeutic activities that incorporate the five senses. If your child has difficulty sitting through one of the…

Event Location: Jefferson Branch Library Children & Teen Services

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 10:30 a.m.

Storytime @ Vroman’s Hastings Ranch   click for more information »

Join Vroman’s Bookstore for story time every Saturday at 10:30am at Vroman’s Hastings Ranch!…

Event Location: Vroman’s Hastings Ranch

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Summer Science Workshop – Build-A-Bot   click for more information »

Enjoy four weeks of summer science programs with local teacher, Dany Richey. June 17 – Build a Magnetic Car; June 24 – Bridge Engineering; July 15 – Game Design; July 22 – Build-A-Bot… Registration is required for each week. To register online, go to Eventbrite.com OR Call the Library at: 626-355-…

Event Location: Sierra Madre Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Horticulturist Tim Wheeler: Building Climate Resilience   click for more information »

Noted horticulturist Tim Wheeler will be presenting on building climate resilience through landscape transformations. How can you nurture and build the landscapes to withstand higher temperatures and reoccurring droughts in California? How do we support soil and plant health to build resilience? Jo…

Event Location: Lamanda Park Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Makoto Taiko – Japanese Taiko Drumming Ensemble   click for more information »

Come and join Altadena Library for a morning of Japanese Taiko Drumming. About the performers – Makoto Taiko’s mission is to connect and empower people of all backgrounds by advancing the practice of taiko with intention and sincerity. Makoto Taiko is a Pasadena-based nonprofit arts organization t…

Event Location: Main Library Parking Lot

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m.

Storytime with Mr. Steve!   click for more information »

Join Mr. Steve and the gang at Vroman’s Colorado Blvd. location at 11 am for story time!…

Event Location: Vroman’s Bookstore

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

ALD x Remainders Risograph Workshop Series Part 2 – Make Zines with Cynthia T. Navarro!   click for more information »

Come to Remainders in June to learn the skills of the risograph printer. Then in July, make zines with Tiny Splendor’s Cynthia T. Navarro. This is a two-part series. Space is limited, and registration required. Accessibility info: the studio is up a flight of stairs….

Event Location: Remainders

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Guided Tour at Pasadena Humane   click for more information »

Pasadena Humane is more than a shelter; Pasadena Humane (PH) is a resource for all animals in the community. Join PH for a guided tour to learn more about how they help animals in need. During this hour-long tour, you’ll hear about its history, programs, and services while viewing adorable dogs, c…

Event Location: Pasadena Humane

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Family Day: Summer at the Seaside   click for more information »

Beat the summer heat while viewing artworks that capture majestic views of the beach and sea. Then, create artworks of your own in the lower-level courtyard, with inspiration from seaside paintings by artists like Louis-Eugène Boudin, Gustave Courbet and Claude Monet. Recommended for families with …

Event Location: Norton Simon Museum

Cost: Free with admission

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Stew   click for more information »

Mama’s in the kitchen early preparing her famous stew for a big event, but even as her daughter and granddaughters help, she still feels like time is running out. Soon these three generations of Black women begin to feel their past and present closing in. A finalist for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for …

Event Location: The Pasadena Playhouse

Cost: $35.00+

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Summer Spa: Sugar Lip Scrub   click for more information »

Want to rest, relax, and recharge this summer? Join Altadena Library on the lawn to make your own DIY spa supplies to pamper yourself all summer long. This program is best suited for children ages 8-12. Registration is required as supplies are limited. This event will be moved to the Community Room …

Event Location: Main Library Front Lawn

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Ghibli Garden Party   click for more information »

Celebrate the joy and wonder of Studio Ghibli and the 35th anniversary of the film “My Neighbor Totoro” with a garden party in the outdoor patio! There will be games, activities, and prizes as well as photo ops with some of your favorite characters! Can’t wait to see you there “neighbor”!…

Event Location: Hill Avenue Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Melty Bead Extravaganza!   click for more information »

Join Santa Catalina Branch Library for an afternoon of crafts with melty beads!…

Event Location: Santa Catalina Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Kids Chess Club   click for more information »

Ready to make a move on Chess? Learn how to play or challenge yourself with other players. Checkmate! No registration required….

Event Location: Sierra Madre Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Teen Writers Meetup   click for more information »

Join other teens and write! Whether you are crafting poetry or a novel, writing can be lonely as it’s typically a solo endeavor, but meeting with others who share the passion can be a great for inspiration and encouragement. Participants might write together, use writing prompts, or share one’s wo…

Event Location: Hastings Branch Library

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

True Crime All The Time Virtual Book Club   click for more information »

Calling all true crime aficionados! Join Altadena Library for a virtual gathering where attendees will discuss this true crime hit: “The Cold Vanish: Seeking the Missing in North America’s Wilderness” by Jon Billman…

Event Location: Online (Virtual)

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Camellia Lounge   click for more information »

Meander through the Japanese Gardens with the accompaniment of acoustic music during Descanso Gardens’ extended summer hours. Enjoy a drink from the Tea House bar in this new twelve-week series. Music is free with admission. Entry to the Camellia Lounge is included with admission, no reservation…

Event Location: Descanso Gardens

Cost: Free with admission

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Film: Minari (2020), PG-13   click for more information »

A tender and sweeping story about what roots us, Minari follows a Korean-American family that moves to an Arkansas farm in search of their own American Dream. The family home changes completely with the arrival of their sly, foul-mouthed, but incredibly loving grandmother. Amid the instability and c…

Event Location: Norton Simon Museum

Cost: Free with museum admission

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Saturday Evening Talks & Telescopes: “Harlow Shapley After Mount Wilson: Climbing Other Mountains”   click for more information »

Come enjoy an inspiring night on the mountain! The evening begins with the talk at 5:30 in our Auditorium, followed by observing through both the 60- and 100-inch telescopes from dusk to 11:30PM – the two largest telescopes in the world available for public use. Additional stargazing around the gro…

Event Location: Mt. Wilson Observatory

Cost: $40.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Vroman’s Summer Music Series: Stevie Ray Hernandez & Friends   click for more information »

Born and raised in Los Angeles, PCM faculty member Stevie Ray Hernandez is one of the most sought after young percussionists/drummers in the Southern California area. He will be joined by friends to perform songs with varied musical styles including son, rumba, salsa, latin-jazz, samba, bossa-nova, …

Event Location: Vroman’s Bookstore

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Improv4Humans Podcast with Matt Besser   click for more information »

The Ice House Comedy Club presents Improv4Humans Podcast with Matt Besser. Featuring Andy Daly, Lisa Gilroy and John Gemberling Live in the California Room! Doors Open One Hour Before Show. Show Starts at 7:30pm. 21+ only with a 2 item minimum per seat. Lineups are subject to change….

Event Location: Ice House Comedy Club’s California Room

Cost: $20.00 – $30.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

26th Annual Summer Concert in the Park: Mighty Love   click for more information »

The Rotary Club of Altadena Presents the 26th Annual Summer Concerts in the Park to be held at Farnsworth Park Amphitheater. Featuring Mighty Love. Mighty Love features legendary Lead vocalist Starr Light takes you on a fantastic voyage through the decades performing classic to contemporary soul, RN…

Event Location: Farnsworth Park Amphitheater

Cost: Free

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Stew   click for more information »

Mama’s in the kitchen early preparing her famous stew for a big event, but even as her daughter and granddaughters help, she still feels like time is running out. Soon these three generations of Black women begin to feel their past and present closing in. A finalist for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for …

Event Location: The Pasadena Playhouse

Cost: $35.00+

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:00 p.m.

The Turn of the Screw   click for more information »

Based on the provocative tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality, this adaptation gives the famous story yet another turn of its own. A young governess journeys to a lonely English manor house to care for two recently orphaned children. But she is not their first governess. Her predecessor,…

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $25.00 – $45.00

Saturday, July 22, 2023

Time: 8:30 p.m.

Movies Under the Stars: Hook (PG)   click for more information »

Join One Colorado for an unforgettable night of entertainment under the stars this summer! Head to the courtyard on select Saturdays this July to enjoy complimentary film screenings of some of your favorite 90s movies! Head back to Neverland (and your childhood) and enjoy HOOK (PG, 1991)…. VIP che…

Event Location: One Colorado Courtyard

Cost: Free

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pop-Up Adoption Event at SubieFest at Santa Anita Park   click for more information »

The Wiggle Waggle Waggin’ is out and about bringing adoptable pets to your community. Visit the Waggin’ and adopt your new best friend!…

Event Location: Santa Anita Park

Cost: Call for details

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pasadena Bead & Design Show   click for more information »

Pasadena Bead & Design Show returns to the Hilton Pasadena July 21-23. Bead & Design has taken place biannually in Pasadena for over sixteen years (32 shows!) and has become a tradition in the community -both among avid crafters and designers, and everyone who appreciates finely crafted and unique c…

Event Location: Hilton Pasadena

Cost: $8.00 – $10.00

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Stew   click for more information »

Mama’s in the kitchen early preparing her famous stew for a big event, but even as her daughter and granddaughters help, she still feels like time is running out. Soon these three generations of Black women begin to feel their past and present closing in. A finalist for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for …

Event Location: The Pasadena Playhouse

Cost: $35.00+

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m.

The Turn of the Screw   click for more information »

Based on the provocative tale of suspense, horror and repressed sexuality, this adaptation gives the famous story yet another turn of its own. A young governess journeys to a lonely English manor house to care for two recently orphaned children. But she is not their first governess. Her predecessor,…

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $25.00 – $45.00

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Sustainability Sundays at SCCM   click for more information »

Let’s get creative! Part sensory play, part art class and part environmental studies, participants will learn about the environment and how they can help take care of the planet while exploring items from SCCM’s garden or building amazing creations out of recycled materials! *Sign up required…

Event Location: Southern California Children’s Museum

Cost: Free with admission

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Camellia Lounge   click for more information »

Meander through the Japanese Gardens with the accompaniment of acoustic music during Descanso Gardens’ extended summer hours. Enjoy a drink from the Tea House bar in this new twelve-week series. Music is free with admission. Entry to the Camellia Lounge is included with admission, no reservation…

Event Location: Descanso Gardens

Cost: Free with admission

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Twilight Garden Strolls   click for more information »

Get ready for relaxation and exploration as you wander the gardens with friends and family after hours. • Food and drink are not permitted while strolling. • You may bring bottled water and a blanket to sit on the lawn. • Most gardens will be open for your enjoyment. However, the library, art …

Event Location: The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Cost: $5.00 – $20.00

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Jazz in the Park: Marcelo Bucater Quartet   click for more information »

Playhouse Village sizzles this summer with the return of Jazz in the Park concert series presented by Ice House Comedy Club. The free concerts will take place every Sunday in June and July from 5:00PM to 7:00PM on the Van Halen Stage at the new Playhouse Village Park. Pick up a picnic from your favo…

Event Location: Playhouse Village Park

Cost: Free

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Shakespeare in the Park: Twelfth Night   click for more information »

The South Pasadena Community Services Department, in partnership with Shakespeare by the Sea, will host two dates of Shakespeare in the Park this summer. Admission is free and patrons are encouraged to bring their picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs with family and friends to enjoy a night of classic entertainment under the stars. Shakespeare in the Park is held at Gar…

Event Location: Garfield Park

Cost: Free

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Stew   click for more information »

Mama’s in the kitchen early preparing her famous stew for a big event, but even as her daughter and granddaughters help, she still feels like time is running out. Soon these three generations of Black women begin to feel their past and present closing in. A finalist for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for …

Event Location: The Pasadena Playhouse

Cost: $35.00+

Sunday, July 23, 2023

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Soccer Champions Tour: Real Madrid vs AC Milan   click for more information »

Soccer Champions Tour today announced the launch and schedule for a new series of games featuring six of the world’s most iconic soccer clubs to be played this summer in major markets across the United States. Spain’s Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, Italy’s Juventus Football Club and AC Milan, and England’s Ar…

Event Location: Rose Bowl Stadium

Cost: $55.00 – $1000