Dec 4 2024
2025 Rose Parade Floats Preview PAL Police Activities League Fundraiser

Join us  for a fun-filled community event to preview the 2025 Rose Parade Floats before they hit the streets! Get an exclusive sneak peek at these incredibly creations while enjoying beer, wine & small bites – all for a good cause!

WHEN

Friday, December 27th
from 4-7pm

WHERE

Artistic Entertainment Services
Rosemont Pavilion
700 Seco St. Pasadena, CA 91104

INFO

Jill Hawkins
jill@mhpevents.com
(626) 791-1225

For more information  www.pasadenapal.com 
or
jill@mhpevents.com    626-791-1225
Purchase Tickets Here
Thank You to AES for your ongoing support of the community
& the PAL Program
Dec 4 2024
Pasadena Fire and Police Departments Issue Rose Parade® Safety Tips 2024

Pasadena Fire and Police Departments Issue Rose Parade® Safety Tips

PASADENA, Calif.— As the 136th Rose Parade® and 111th Rose Bowl Game® approaches on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, Pasadena’s Fire and Police Departments are issuing the following safety tips for the thousands of overnight campers who will line the 5 ½ miles down the Colorado Boulevard route. The Rose Parade route will be a safer place if everyone follows the rules and regulations listed below.

What You Can Do:

  • Overnight camping is permitted only on the night of Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
  • A position on the sidewalk may be maintained along the parade route beginning at noon, Tuesday, December 31. All persons and property, such as blankets, chairs and personal items, must remain on the curb until 11 p.m. At that time, spectators may move out to the blue “Honor Line” but not past it.
  • Small, professionally-manufactured barbecues elevated at least 1 foot off the ground are allowed on the parade route as long as they are 25 feet from buildings and other combustibles. A fire extinguisher must be readily available.
  • Minors under the age of 18 may be on the parade route from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. only if they are supervised by an adult.
  • Dress for cold weather! Children and seniors may need extra layers of clothing to avoid hypothermia. Remember hats and gloves.
  • Drink healthy fluids and consume nourishing meals to avoid dehydration.
  • “If You See Something, Say Something®.” Report suspicious activities and packages to emergency authorities along the parade route.
  • In case of emergency, call 9-1-1 and know the cross streets from where you are calling. For non-emergencies, call (626) 744-4241.

What You Can’t Do:

  • Appearance in the parade is prohibited for any entries/marchers who have not been approved by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses®. Stay off the street and do not pass the blue “Honor Line.”
  • Tents, sofas, and boxes of any type that can be used as stools or seats are prohibited along the route.
  • Unoccupied chairs are not allowed and will be removed from the parade route.
  • Bonfires are strictly prohibited and considered “illegal burns.”
  • ALL fireworks are prohibited except as part of official scheduled events.
  • No items may be sold along the parade route without a City permit.
  • Selling space along the parade route, other than grandstand seating, is illegal.
  • It is illegal to buy, sell or give away horns on the parade route.
  • No public areas—sidewalks, curbs, gutters, streets or ramps—may be blocked or roped off.
  • No ladders or scaffolding may be used as elevation for viewing the activities.
  • Only officially certified and properly identified service animals are recommended along the parade or at game; keep all other pets safe at home!
  • Throwing any object into the parade—or at passing vehicles or pedestrians the night before the parade—is dangerous and prohibited. Violators will be cited and their property will be seized.
  • Unauthorized vehicles obstructing emergency travel lanes or parked in restricted areas will be towed at owners’ expense. No exceptions.
  • Open containers of alcohol are illegal on public streets, sidewalks and all other public areas. Violators will be cited or arrested.
  • The throwing of any objects into the roadway or parade route, including seemingly harmless items as tortillas, marshmallows, or flowers, is prohibited.
  • A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) will be in place for both the parade and Rose Bowl Game . Anyone who attempts to fly a drone will be subject to fine, arrest and/or imprisonment. Information about the TFR and all federal drone regulations can be found on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) website: Gov

Pasadena Fire Department responds to more than twice the number of calls on parade day than any other day. These calls include reports of hypothermia, illegal burning, miscellaneous medical issues, assaults and alcohol-related incidents. Be safe and smart!

For your safety and for the safety of others, please remember the City’s no-smoking policies [Pasadena Municipal Code section 8.78.071 (A) 4] prohibit smoking in outdoor public gathering events/special events/parades/fairs. This policy includes the use of cannabis and vaping devices (aka e-cigarettes). The public is advised to NOT use any vaping products.

Enhanced security measures will be in effect on the parade route. Pasadena police officers will resolve problems quickly and remove anyone from the scene who violates the law or disturbs the peace. Police canine teams will also be patrolling Colorado Boulevard. “If You See Something, Say Something®”

Colorado Boulevard will once again close to motor vehicles earlier than in prior years for the staging of the Rose Parade. Colorado Boulevard will close beginning at 10 p.m. on December 31, and will remain closed through the conclusion of the staging and clean-up following the parade. If you plan to host a New Year’s Eve event, viewing party, or anticipate vendor deliveries, and your property’s access is via Colorado Boulevard, please let your guests and vendors know that they must arrive before 10 p.m. or park in areas without restricted parking and walk in. The parade route will reopen by 2 p.m. on January 1.

Visit Pasadena will open the Visitor Hotline at (877) 793-9911 on Friday, December 27, and it will run through Thursday, January 2. Hours of operations are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday – Sunday. Visitors can also utilize the digital 2024 Spectator Guide.

Dec 4 2024
Rick Cole New District 2 Council Member December 2024

REMINDER: Community Swearing-In Ceremony this Sunday, December 8th from 3-5 pm at the Jivalagian Center, 2242 E. Foothill in District 2. Councilmember Jess Rivas will act as the Master of Ceremony and Mayor Victor Gordo will be administering the symbolic oath.

The day before being officially sworn in as the newest member of the City Council next Monday, Rick Cole will hold a “Community Swearing In” on Sunday, December 8th from 3-5 pm at the Jivalagian Center, 2242 E. Foothill in District 2.

Dec 2 2024
Pasadena Free E-Waste Recycling Event on Saturday, December 7, 2024

Free E-Waste Recycling Event

on Saturday, December 7

PASADENA, Calif.— Pasadena residents can safely dispose of electronics at the City’s popular free e-waste event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 7. The event will be held in Parking Lot I outside the Rose Bowl Stadium near Brookside Park, 360 North Arroyo Blvd. The duration of the event is subject to truck capacity.

E-waste items include computers, keyboards, printers, monitors, laptops, docking stations, scanners, shredders, fax machines, computer mice, telephones, televisions, flat screens, VCRs, DVD players, PDAs, cassette players, tape drives, stereos. Household batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, and LED light bulbs are also accepted. These items should never be disposed of in your trash or recycling containers.

Public Works is also helping residents prevent identity theft by providing free paper shredding during the event. The public can bring a maximum of three (3) legal-size boxes for shredding. Sensitive documents such as receipts, checks, pre-approved credit applications, credit card statements, outdated tax returns, pre-printed envelopes, return address labels and business cards are items that can be shredded. Please remove documents from ring binders and bulldog/binder clips.

E-Waste Recycling & On Site Document Shredding Saturday Dec. 7 9 am - 3pm Brookside Park, Lot I 360 N. Arroyo Blvd.

Stay connected to the City of Pasadena! Visit us online at CityOfPasadena.net; follow us on TwitterInstagram and Facebook; or call the City Service Center Monday through Friday during business hours at (626) 744-7311.

Nov 22 2024
Residents’ Sale for the 2025 Rose Bowl Game Tickets 12/3
Residents’ Sale for the 2025 Rose Bowl Game Tickets 12/3
Pasadena residents will be able to purchase tickets for the 2025 CFP Quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl Game at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, December 3, via Ticketmaster. Only customers with a Pasadena zip code associated with the card they are using to purchase tickets will be able to purchase tickets. Source: Rose Bowl.
Nov 19 2024
45th Pasadena Doo Dah Parade Sunday, November 24th 11:00am

The Other Party

45th Pasadena

Doo Dah Parade

Sunday, November 24th

11:00am

Starts at: Raymond Ave. at Holly St.

Continues south and turns right onto Colorado Blvd., ending at Pasadena Ave.

Doo Dah checklist

lawn chair

sunglasses, wig, outrageous clothing

cooler

fully-charged phone

cash for Doo Dah T-shirt

comfortable shoes

~ ~ ~

Fat Boys food truck (in staging area)

Memorial Park Station ~ Gold Line

Check out the website for additional details and for the official Doo Dah after-party at the Old Towne Pub!

Family-friendly after-party at Dog Haus!

PasadenaDooDahParade.info

Nov 14 2024
DC’s Green Lantern John Stewart Arrives in Burbank

DC’s Green Lantern John Stewart Arrives in Burbank

Visit Burbank Sponsors Seven-And-A-Half-Foot Bronze Statue of DC’s Iconic Super Hero

Burbank, CA (November 14, 2024) – On November 14, 2024, Visit Burbank, along DC and Warner Bros. Discovery, unveiled a new seven-and-a-half-foot tall, 600-pound statue of Green Lantern John Stewart under Hangar 28 at Burbank Empire Center.

Funded by Visit Burbank, Green Lantern joins statues of Batman and Wonder Woman as ideal selfie spots in the City. The colossal statue will help showcase Burbank as a leading tourist destination and will exemplify the City’s status as the “Media Capital of the World.”

As a key member of DC’s Green Lantern Corps, John Stewart’s comic book exploits not only gained a legion of loyal comic book fans, but his animated appearances in DC and Warner Bros Animations Justice League and Justice League Unlimited provided a new generation of fans with a Green Lantern they could call their own. John Stewart represents an important milestone in DC history as our first modern Black costumed superhero, created by writer Denny O’Neil and artist Neal Adams, and first appearing in Green Lantern #87, published in October of 1971. The art for this statue was inspired by DC rising star, Jamal Campbell. The final larger-than-life statue, made from bronze, was built by skilled artisans at Burbank’s own American Fine Arts Foundry and Fabrication.

Oct 31 2024
City of Burbank Partners with Allied Universal for Homeless Outreach and Ambassador Services

City of Burbank Partners with Allied Universal for Homeless Outreach and Ambassador Services

Burbank, CA (October 31, 2024) – Starting November 1, 2024, the City of Burbank will partner with Allied Universal Security Services (Allied) to provide citywide homeless outreach and security ambassador services at parks and libraries. In addition to continuing citywide outreach efforts for vulnerable populations including those experiencing homelessness, this new partnership introduces collaboration with Burbank’s parks and libraries for dedicated outreach and security ambassador services. This initiative ensures that the city’s public spaces remain accessible, safe, and welcoming for all, while providing vital support.

Allied personnel will be present citywide offering outreach services for the homeless population and will provide unarmed security ambassador services at City parks and libraries seven days a week. Their role as ambassadors will include providing assistance to the City’s unhoused population, promoting a secure environment for residents and visitors, as well as offering information and assistance when needed. To ensure that their presence is clearly recognized throughout the community, they will be easily identifiable by their black and blue polo shirts and black pants.

The City is also introducing a new dedicated Homeless Assistance Hotline, available for unhoused individuals seeking help or for community members looking to connect the homeless with assistance or report a homeless related issue. By calling (818) 238-5888, individuals can report unhoused individuals and request access to services such as housing, food, and mental health resources. Additionally, the OurBurbank 311 App provides the same access, allowing residents to report unhoused individuals in need of assistance and offering a tool for unhoused individuals to connect with support. The app is available for free on the Apple App Store or the Google Play store. A desktop version is available at www.311.burbankca.gov.

“The safety and enjoyment of our parks, libraries, and public spaces as well as access to essential resources for the unhoused is an essential part of prioritizing the quality of life here in Burbank,” said Mayor Nick Schultz. “Our partnership with Allied Universal allows us to expand our homeless outreach efforts through a compassionate and holistic approach while ensuring that all of our residents feel safe and supported as they enjoy these various public facilities.”

For more information about this partnership, please contact Bob Newman from the City of Burbank Community Development Department at (818) 238-5182.

Oct 18 2024
The Future Energy Grid: From Solar to Nuclear to Novel Chemistry

The Future Energy Grid: From Solar to Nuclear to Novel Chemistry

Saturday, October 19 2024 9:00 AM

​Join us for an exploration of the rapidly evolving renewable energy landscape. Nuclear, solar, and other renewable energy technologies are creating immense opportunities for startups and investors alike. Startup founders, investors and academics will discuss how innovative businesses can capitalize on the emerging trends to drive growth and sustainability. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and network with industry leaders at the forefront of clean energy innovation. Join us for Keynote presentations, a lively panel discussion and plenty of networking.

Register Now

Keynote Speakers

​Peter Turner, Ph.D.

​Partner

​Breakthrough Energy Ventures

Neil Fromer, Ph.D.

Executive Director of Programs

Resnick Sustainability Institute

California Institute of Technology

Speakers

Jason Huang, Ph.D.

​Founder & CEO

​TS Conductor

​Martin Soltau

​Co-CEO

​SpaceSolar

Adrian Hightower, Ph.D.

Sustainability, Resilience & Innovation Manager

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California

Producers

Scott Sugino

​Corporate Partner

​O’Melveny

​Andy Tomat

​Managing Director

​Four Pillars, Inc.

​Stan Tomsic

​Managing Director

​Magna Point Group

Coffee and Networking begin at 8:00 am.

Free Parking Underground: Right turn at signal on east side of Cahill (turn right at tennis courts); parking lot entrance 75 yards on right.

REGISTER NOW

Oct 12 2024
PUSD Measures EE and R Fraud? Text message received.

Received this text message

Hey Victor, we now know that PUSD Measures EE and R are political frauds that will increase your PUSD property taxes to a total of at least $21,639.88 over the next 30 years in order to build housing for PUSD staff. The ballot argument in favor of Measure R claims it includes money for “critical infrastructure repairs”. But that’s a lie. There are no unfunded “critical infrastructure repairs”. Measure R funding is really to build luxury apartments…for PUSD staff. In 2020, the voters approved a $513 million bond (Measure O) for these same “critical” needs. The PUSD has only spent $60 million of that amount in four years. Another $80 million is sitting unspent in a bank account, earning millions in interest for the PUSD. An additional $373 million in authorized bonds for “critical infrastructure repairs” haven’t yet been issued, even after 4 years. So there are no “critical infrastructure repairs” that need new funding. In reality, the PUSD intends to use your property tax money to build luxury housing for PUSD staff. You can read about it in the PUSD Board presentation available here https://votenooneer.com/pusds-luxury-housing Incredibly, the language of Measure R discloses that the PUSD will use the funds to build subsidized housing for PUSD employees in Pasadena with “all related amenities and facilities”. The PUSD Board has already hired a real estate developer for this staff housing project. One-bedroom apartments normally rented for $2,700 will be offered to PUSD staff for as low as $600 a month. (Source: PUSD Board meeting dated August 29, 2024, Item M.5). The PUSD proposes to increase your housing costs to lower the housing costs of its own employees. These Measures are a financially unnecessary, politically fraudulent money grab. Vote No on Measures EE and R. Paid for by Pasadena, Altadena and Sierra Madre Voters for School Reform 2024 – No on Measures EE and R. FPPC #1474917. Txt STOP to opt out.

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