Central Library Exhibits
Central
Details: North Entrance - Dollhouse Miniatures, Rugs and Wall Hangings
Main Hall - Sierra Club Photography
Business Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Humanities Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Centennial Room - Chicago White Sox 1938 Spring Training in Pasadena
Free Standing - Sierra Club Photography
Exhibits on view throughout the current month, during library hours. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009.
Pasadena Central Library
285 E Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Walking and Running Conditioning
General activities and events
Details: A conditioning program for walkers and runners. Twelve weeks of pre-conditioning leads to a half-marathon program. Weekly. Parking: Free parking in the Brookside Park lots, Contact: Stephen Smith, Telephone: 626-792-1221. Audience:
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 AM.
Rose Bowl Aquatics Center parking lot, 360 N Arroyo BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.pasadenapacers.org. Family Bird Walk
General activities and events
Details: The family bird walk is held on the first Saturday of each month. Meet in front of the rotunda at 8:00 a.m. Wear comfortable walking shoes, a hat, dress appropriately for the weather and bring bottled water and binoculars. Naturalist/Recreation Leader Ray Jillson will lead you on a 2 to 4 hour walk through the Arboretum looking for our fine-feathered friends. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Parking: Paid parking available at Arboretum, Telephone: 626-821-3222. Audience: Cost: General Admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
L.A. County Arboretum, 301 N Baldwin AVE, Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Japanese Garden Festival
General activities and events
Details: Descanso celebrates Japanese arts, crafts and culture. Events include: an Ikebana display (both days), a chrysanthemum show and sale (both days) and a taiko drum performance (Sat. only at 1 p.m.) where afterward you can try your hand at drumming. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free with Gardens' admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr.
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011.
Bicycle Ride
General activities and events
Details: This easy 20 mile ride goes to a different breakfast destination every week. There is also a Sunday moderate ride, and Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning rides. Nonmembers welcome. All participants must wear an ANSI approved cycling helmet. Telephone: 626-448-2985, 626-287-9861, Email: veprohias@earthlink.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
S Hill Ave and San Pasqual St, Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.foothillcycle.org. Pasadena Farmers Market
General activities and events
Details: This farmers market features fruits, vegetables, cheese, flowers, honey, breads, eggs, herbs, and more. Held every Saturday. Parking: Free, Telephone: 626-449-0179. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Victory Park, 2575 Paloma ST, Pasadena, CA 91107.
For more info visit pasadenafarmersmarket.org. Plant Identification
General activities and events
Details: 1st Saturday of the month
(no class on Sept. 5-Labor Day weekend)
Jill Morganelli, instructor
Gardeners…Plant Lovers…Walkers! Learn 10 new plants every month!
Walk to interesting Arboretum areas where Jill will discuss each plant, including care, watering, placement and culture, and provide you with handouts.
§ Bring your camera so you can catalogue and remember each plant.
Jill is the curator of the Kallam Garden, adjunct faculty at Cuyamaca College and the owner of Panorganic.
Call 626.… Audience: Cost: $5 members/$7 non-members.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007
Meet in the main entrance!
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Plant Identification
General activities and events
Details: Gardeners - learn 10 new plants every month! Walk to interesting Arboretum areas where Jill will discuss each plant, including care, watering, placement and culture, and provide you with handouts. Bring your camera so you can truly catalogue and remember the plants each month. Jill is the curator of the Kallam Garden, adjunct faculty at Cuyamaca College and the owner of Panorganic. Meet in the Main Entrance. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: $5 members/$7 non-members.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Chrysanthemum Show and Sale
Arts and Culture
Details: Revered for its beauty in the Far East, the versatile mum gets its time in the center stage. Check out giants, buttons and exotics presented by the Glendale Chrysanthemum Society. Cost: Free With Garden Admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Ikebana Display
General activities and events
Details: Kaz Kitajama of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana presents beautiful examples of the fine art of flower arranging, one of Japan's traditional arts. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free With Garden Admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr.
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Japanese Garden Festival
General activities and events
Details: The annual Japanese Garden Festival brings the sights and sounds of traditional music and horticulture to Descanso Gardens every autumn. Activities range from the thundering sounds of taiko drums to the tranquil, meditative quality of Ikebana. All evoke the culture of Japan. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free With Garden Admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr.
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Saturday Coffee at Linda Vista
Linda Vista
Details: The Linda Vista Library Associates invite all Linda Vista, Annandale residents to join them for coffee and an opportunity to get together and meet new neighbors. Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Linda Vista Branch Library Patio
1281 Bryant St.
Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Levi Trisnadi's Students Piano Recital
Central
Details: No details available. Audience:
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:30 AM – 12:45 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E. Walnut St. Pasadena CA 91101.
West San Gabriel Valley SCBWI Schmooze
Hastings
Details: This is a bi-monthly meeting of persons interested in writing for children. Networking and sharing of information on writing and publishing. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hastings Branch Library
3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena. CA 91107.
For more info visit scbwisocal.org. Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art
Arts and Culture
Details: Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art addresses issues of power, culture, and universality. The process of writing in art is a central theme, permitting the exploration of correlations between the elevated form, calligraphy, and its historically devalued twin, graffiti. Suggesting that these visual practices mirror each other, the exhibition presents works that critique or parody social and artistic frames of reference. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Visit website for more information.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pacificasiamuseum.org. Chinese Brush Painting
Arts and Culture
Details: Another longstanding museum tradition, taught by Guang-Li Zhang every Saturday morning. This class is celebrating 15 years at the Pacific Asia Museum. Each six-week series is $120. Potential students are welcome to observe a free class before enrolling. Audience: Adults. Cost: $120 per six week series.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pacificasiamuseum.org. Billiards Tournament
Pasadena Senior Center
Details: Sign up for this month’s 8-Ball tourney by e-mailing or calling. Winners receive a gift from the Center. Refreshments provided. Maximum of 16 participants. First Saturday of the month. Parking: pasadenaseniorcenter.org/pages/directions.htm, Contact: George Heussenstamm, Telephone: 818-248-0537, Email: gandmheuss@earthlink.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM.
Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E Holly ST, Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org. Pet Loss Support Group
General activities and events
Details: If you have experienced, or anticipate experiencing, the loss of a pet, this may be for you. The group meets the first Saturday of the month and is led by a licensed clinical social worker, Cathy Wright. It is appropriate for those over the age of 12, regardless of the type of companion animal lost. Telephone: 626-793-7822. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA Auditorium, 361 S Raymond AVE, Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.petgriefsupport.com. Senior Fitness Boot Camp
General activities and events
Details: Fun and Full Function Training designed for long-term benefits and not just a quick fix, You'll be educated on correct form that goes with each exercise, giving you the tools that you will be able to use to ensure good posture, good flexibility and hopefully add years to your life. Audience: Adults. Cost: FREE.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:00 AM.
Washington Park
700 E. Washington Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91101.
Children's Drawing Lessons
San Rafael
Details: Enjoy Drawing? Art Center College of Design students will share their skills with children ages 4-10. Audience: Children. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
San Rafael Branch Library
1240 Nithsdale Rd.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary. Silk Road Storytime
Arts and Culture
Details: Join everyone’s favorite storyteller Sunny Stevenson in the Travelers’ Tent for fabulous stories from along the Silk Road. Audience: Children. Cost: Free with museum admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N Los Robles Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pacificasiamuseum.org. Capturing California's Preserved Lands and Historic Districts: Paintings from the Southern Sierra Foothills
Arts and Culture
Details: Open daily Tuesday through Sunday, except holidays. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
The Old Mill
1120 Old Mill Road
San Marino, CA 91108.
For more info visit www.californiaartclub.org. Free Crafts for Kids
Arts and Culture
Details: Free crafts for kids ages 3 and up every Saturday. Call 626-356-3848 for more information. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Lakeshore Learning Store
3848 E. Foothill Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107.
For more info visit www.lakeshorelearning.com. "Women and Children First", GEANCO Foundation symposium on maternal and infant mortality in Africa
General activities and events
Details: On Saturday, November 7, The GEANCO Foundation (www.geanco.org) will hold a symposium at Caltech that will focus on maternal and infant mortality in Africa. We will explore how and why so many mothers and young children die on the continent and will highlight the work of organizations that are saving vulnerable women and children there.
The keynote address will be made by Oscar-winning actor Forest Whitaker.
Pre-registration is required. Please visit http://www.geanco.org/symposia/WomenAndChildren.ht… Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $40.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
California Institute of Technology
Ramo Auditorium
332 South Michigan Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91125.
For more info visit www.geanco.org. Jewish Tales From Up Your Street and Around the World
Central
Details: Jewish Tales From Up Your Street and Around the World by Storyteller Karen Golden. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11:00 AM.
Pasadena Central Library Storyhour Room
285 E Walnut ST
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. MAGNUS STARK opens at HAUS
Arts and Culture
Details: On Sunday, October 11th, a solo exhibition by MAGNUS STARK will begin the 7th year of exhibitions at HAUS with a preview reception for the artist from 4 to 7 p.m.
In this exhibition Stark explores the fringes of photography by creating images without a camera, light, lenses or enlargers. Each of Stark’s one-of-a-kind images begins as an unexposed sheet of Polaroid film, which he treats as a blank slate, a tabula rasa. The emulsion of this cellulose “canvas” is then chemically manipulated to summon his co… Audience: *All Ages. Cost: free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
HAUS
517 S. Sierra Madre Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107.
Beginning Polish Language Class
Hastings
Details: Learn the Polish Language.
For further information contact:
Ronald Small (818)785-4094
dazyron@earthlink.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Hastings Branch Library
3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107.
Taiko Drumming
General activities and events
Details: Like thunderbolts from Edo, the power of taiko drumming reverberates throughout the Gardens. After the performance, try your hand at drumming and snap photos surrounded by these magnificent instruments. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free With Garden Admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Children's Drawing Lessons
Hill Avenue
Details: Enjoy Drawing? Art Center College of Design students will share their
drawing skills with children ages 4 - 10. All materials provided. No sign
ups are necessary. Audience: Children. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Hill Avenue Branch
55 N. Hill Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Pieter Claesz’s Still Life with Rummer, 1645
Arts and Culture
Details: Join a Museum educator on Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. for a focused 20-minute discussion of artwork and exhibitions. Today's talk is on Pieter Claesz’s Still Life with Rummer, 1645. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: Events are free with admission and no reservations are required.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.nortonsimon.org. Misrepresented
La Pintoresca
Details: Author Renee Hampton Morgan will talk about her first book, a hard boiled fiction novel followed by question and answers. Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
LaPintoresca Branch Library
1355 N. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91104.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Go Club for Teens
Central
Details: Learn to play the game of Go. This traditional game, which has been played in Asia for nearly 4,000 years, is easy to learn the rules, but even the best computer can't beat a good player. The game has become popular here due to the anime and manga series, Hikaru No Go. Teens can learn to play this game and compete against other teens. Bring a friend and learn how to get a free game board, too! Parking: http://pasadenapubliclibrary.net/central.asp, Contact: Veronica Fuentes, Telephone: 626-744-4766, … Audience: Teens. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Teen Central
285 E Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Pasadena African American Genealogy Society
Lamanda Park
Details: Search out your heritage and discover the past with this dynamic genealogy group. Audience: Adults.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Lamanda Park Library
140 S. Altadena Dr.
Pasadena, CA. 91107.
For more info visit http. Pieter Claesz’s Still Life with Rummer, 1645
Arts and Culture
Details: Join a Museum educator on Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. for a focused 20-minute discussion of artwork and exhibitions. Today's talk is on Pieter Claesz’s Still Life with Rummer, 1645. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: Events are free with admission and no reservations are required.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit nortonsimon.org. Arabella Huntington: The Woman Known as Exceedingly Hard to Please
San Rafael
Details: Presented by Keith McDonald, The Huntington Library, Art Galleries & Botanical Gardens Speaker Bureau. Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM.
San Rafael Branch Library
1240 Nithsdale RD
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Perkins Alley Poets
Santa Catalina
Details: Poetry writing and critique workshops. Carl Stilwell, facilitator. Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Santa Catalina Branch Library
999 E Washington BLVD
Pasadena, CA 91104.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Pasadena Cruisin' Old Car Show
General activities and events
Details: Historic car clubs, individual historic car owners and enthusiasts come every Saturday. Many owners take their cars for a short spin so you can see them in action. Vintage autos must be street-legal, made before 1974 and of collectible interest. There are no registration or entry fees. This is a family-friendly event -- No alcohol, no animals, no engine-revving and no smoking near the vehicles. Formerly at Fuddruckers, this event has moved to the El Monte Airport. Telephone: 626-351-8958, Email:… Age Range: All Ages. Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Annia’s Kitchen (Parking Lot)
4233 N Santa Anita Ave
El Monte, CA 91731.
For more info visit www.gobananas.net. Pasadena Creative Music: Chris Votek North Indian Cello Recital
Central
Details: Chris Votek, student of Jagan Ramamoorthy, presents afternoon ragas in the rare Gaayaki-Ang, or singing style of North Indian Classical Music.
Chris Votek
707-536-5503
Smeagol9@yahoo.com. Audience: *All Ages.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E. Walnut St. Pasadena CA 91101.
Ingres and the Comtesse d'Haussonville
Arts and Culture
Details: Edgar Munhall, one of the world’s leading scholars of Ingres, discusses the importance of the comtesse’s portrait within Ingres’s long, multi-faceted career and introduces the artist’s little-known subject, Louise d’Haussonville, as one of the most remarkable women of her time. An examination of the fitful evolution of the portrait, its sources and myriad details reveals its dramatic complexity as “one of those images that appear in dreams,” as an early critic noted. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: Events are free with admission and no reservations are required.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 4:00 PM.
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit nortonsimon.org. ORIGINS/Art & Ideas Festival 2009
Arts and Culture
Details: Art & Ideas, a consortium of Pasadena-area arts and cultural organizations and organized by the Pasadena Arts Council, engages the Southern California community by creating provocative issue-based arts collaborations. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Pasadena Museum of California Art
490 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pmcaonline.org. Fall '09 Session Classes
General activities and events
Details: Theatre 360 is now accepting registrations for their fall 2009 session.
Classes start September 14th and run through December 12th and are available Monday through Friday.
To see a list of all available classes and times visit www.Theatre360.org or call the office at 626-577-5922.
Theatre 360 is a children's theatre that provides acting, dance and voice classes to children ages 3-19, of all cultures, and levels of interest. Audience: *All Ages.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:00 PM.
Theatre 360
75 N. Marengo Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
A Heartfelt Journey: Ju Percussion Concert
Arts and Culture
Details: Taiwan’s prestigious Ju Percussion Group is having two concerts in Pasadena and Fullerton. The concert’s concept is to remind the audience the simple joy in life by using one of the most natural forms of music: the percussive arts. With the current financial turmoil, it is easy to feel lost and insecure of our future.
For more information, call 323.268.4982 ext.288. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Price: $100, $75, $55, $30.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 6:30 PM.
PCC - Sexson Auditorium
1570 E. Colorado Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91116.
For more info visit ju-concert.blogspot.com. LACO's Discover Series- Take a Closer Look at Beethoven's Fifth
Arts and Culture
Details: The LA Chamber Orchestra and music director Jeffrey Kahane invite audiences to revisit beloved and well-known orchestral works with the new “Discover” series. LACO’s first-ever performance of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C minor. The first half of the program features conductor and tour guide Kahane as he leads the audience in a musical exploration of the Fifth Symphony and its inner workings. read more
For more information, please call, 213 622 7001 x 215. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $20, $50, $85, $100.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM.
Ambassador Auditorium
131 S. St. John Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.laco.org. Deaf Coffee Night at Starbucks
General activities and events
Details: Come and join deaf and hearing signers. All ages and all levels of signers are welcome. Meet every 1st Saturday of the month from 7pm till closing. Parking: Free, Email: info@dynamingle.org. Audience: Cost: Free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7:00 PM.
Starbucks, 3429 E Foothill BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91107.
Battlefield Band
Arts and Culture
Details: Battlefield Band, Beckman Auditorium, free parking located at 332 South Michigan Avenue, Pasadena (south of Del Mar Boulevard). 8 p.m. The Scottish band performs Celtic music using a blend of bagpipes, guitar, cittern, synthesizer, fiddle, and vocals. Admission: $29.00, $24.00, and $19.00; youth high school age and under: $10.00; senior rush tickets may be purchased 30 minutes before the performance for $10.00 (subject to availability). Call (626) 395-4652 for information. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $29.00, $24.00, and $19.00; youth high school age and under: $10.00; senior rush tickets may be purchased 30 minutes before the performance for $10.00 (subject to availability).
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 PM.
Caltech - Beckman Auditorium
332 South Michigan Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91125.
Battlefield Band
Arts and Culture
Details: Under the banner "Forward With Scotland's Past," the musicians of Battlefield Band play Scottish music of rare passion and joy. Inspired by their rich heritage of Celtic music and fired by the strength of today's Scottish Cultural scene (which they themselves have done much to create and fuel), Battlefield Band mixes the old songs with new self-penned material, and perform them on a unique fusion of ancient and modern instruments – bagpipe, fiddle, synthesiser, guitar, cittern, flute, bodhran and accordion. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $29, $24, $19 / $10 youth; Parking is free.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 PM.
Caltech - Beckman Auditorium
332 S. Michigan Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.caltech.edu. LA Chamber Orchestra Invites Audiences to Take an In-Depth Look at Beethoven 5
Arts and Culture
Details: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5 in C minor with the new “Discover” series. The first half of the program features Kahane as he leads the audience in a musical exploration of the Fifth Symphony and its inner workings. Lively discourse and musical examples are included with a complete performance of the symphony and Q&A with Kahane and the musicians. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $20, $50, $85, $100.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 PM.
Ambassador Auditorium
131 S. St. John Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.laco.org. Saturday Night Swing Dances - Live Swing Bands
Arts and Culture
Details: Swing, foxtrot, rhumba, cha-cha and more. Live Swing bands. Weekly. (Swing dancing)
Free East Coast Swing class from 7:30 pm - 8 pm, Telephone: 626-799-5689. Audience: Adults. Cost: $15 per person.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PASADENA
75 N. Marengo Ave
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pasadenaballroomdance.com. Winter Cactus Show and Sale
General activities and events
Details: The San Gabriel Valley Cactus and Succulent Society exhibits the splendours of fall and winter by celebrating succulents and cacti rarely seen in summer shows. Featured plants will include the succulent pelargoniums - wild relatives of the common geranium - and cyphostemma - succulent members of the grape family. Haworthias and echeverias will be devloping new leaves at the start of the winter growing season, and conophytums - the jewels of the Mesembryanthemaceae - will be at their best. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free with admission.
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 9:00 PM – Sunday, November 8, 2009, 4:30 AM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Central Library Exhibits
Central
Details: North Entrance - Dollhouse Miniatures, Rugs and Wall Hangings
Main Hall - Sierra Club Photography
Business Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Humanities Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Centennial Room - Chicago White Sox 1938 Spring Training in Pasadena
Free Standing - Sierra Club Photography
Exhibits on view throughout the current month, during library hours. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009.
Pasadena Central Library
285 E Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Bicycle Ride
General activities and events
Details: This easy 20 mile ride goes to a different breakfast destination every week. There is also a Sunday moderate ride, and Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning rides. Nonmembers welcome. All participants must wear an ANSI approved cycling helmet. Telephone: 626-448-2985, 626-287-9861, Email: veprohias@earthlink.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
S Hill Ave and San Pasqual St, Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.foothillcycle.org. Rose Bowl Flea Market & Swap Meet
General activities and events
Details: Over 2,500 vendors of antiques, arts & crafts, and new merchandise. Held monthly on the 2nd Sunday. The box office is open until 3pm after which time sellers begin packing and leaving. The public may shop for those last minute bargains until 4:30pm. Parking: Free Parking, Telephone: 323-560-7469 ext. 11, Email: rgc@rgcshows.com. Audience: Cost: $8 9am-3pm, $10 8am-9am, $15 7am-8am, $20 5am-7am.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Rose Bowl Stadium, 1001 Rose Bowl DR, Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.rgcshows.com. Winter Cactus Show and Sale
General activities and events
Details: The San Gabriel Valley Cactus and Succulent Society exhibits the splendours of fall and winter by celebrating succulents and cacti rarely seen in summer shows. Featured plants will include the succulent pelargoniums - wild relatives of the common geranium - and cyphostemma - succulent members of the grape family. Haworthias and echeverias will be devloping new leaves at the start of the winter growing season, and conophytums - the jewels of the Mesembryanthemaceae - will be at their best. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free with admission.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art
Arts and Culture
Details: Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art addresses issues of power, culture, and universality. The process of writing in art is a central theme, permitting the exploration of correlations between the elevated form, calligraphy, and its historically devalued twin, graffiti. Suggesting that these visual practices mirror each other, the exhibition presents works that critique or parody social and artistic frames of reference. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Visit website for more information.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pacificasiamuseum.org. Going for the Gold
General activities and events
Details: Join researcher Michael Several for an in-depth tour of the public art on the Metro Gold Line. Rich in detail, the tour highlights the many elements and facets to the concept, development, creation, installation and interpretation of the artworks that enhance the Metro Gold Line stations. Explore the art treasures along the route between Pasadena and Los Angeles. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free. Valid fare is required to ride the rains.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Metro Gold Line Del Mar Station
230 S. Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105-2014.
Curator’s Tour of the Historic Section
General activities and events
Details: Learn about the history of Rancho Santa Anita with Mitchell Hearns Bishop, Curator of the Historic Section of the Arboretum. The Arboretum's landscape encapsulates the history of Southern California in one location, ranging from prehistory to citrus-growing and ranching. In the post-war period, the founding of the Arboretum, now a world-class botanic garden and historic site, made the survival of the heart of Rancho Santa Anita possible. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free with admission.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Capturing California's Preserved Lands and Historic Districts: Paintings from the Southern Sierra Foothills
Arts and Culture
Details: Open daily Tuesday through Sunday, except holidays. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
The Old Mill
1120 Old Mill Road
San Marino, CA 91108.
For more info visit www.californiaartclub.org. Pasadena/Sierra Madre Screenwriter's Group
Hastings
Details: Membership meeting: Read and review scripts. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hastings Branch Library
3325 E. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena. CA 91107.
Around the World in 127 Acres
General activities and events
Details: This class is held in the garden, and requires some walking throughout the collections. The Arboretum’s collection of over 18,000 accessioned plants is roughly divided into five geographic sections, two greenhouses, and several other specialty collections and exhibits. Arboretum Botanical Information Consultant Frank McDonough will take you out onto the grounds to learn more about these fascinating & extensive collections. Be sure to wear comfortable, rugged shoes, a hat and clothes you don’t mind getting… Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: $5 member/$7 non-member per class; call to register.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
The Arboretum
301 N. Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Exhibition Walkthrough
Arts and Culture
Details: Exhibition Walkthrough of Wayne Thiebaud: 70 Years of Painting. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Cost: Free with admission, Free for PMCA Members.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Pasadena Museum of California Art
490 E Union St
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pmcaonline.org. Small Works: Opening Reception
Arts and Culture
Details: Artists included in the exhibition are Rick Araluce, Quinton Bemiller, Anita Bunn, Marilyn Cvitanic, Joyce Dallal, Mark Steven Greenfield, Nicholette Kominos, Linsley Lambert, Carlo Marcucci, Kristan Marvell, Susan Sironi and Megann Zwierlein. On exhibit through December 13, 2009. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Offramp Gallery
1702 Lincoln Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.offrampgallery.com. Economic Development and Technology Committee
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: Regular meetings are the first Wednesday of each month. Parking: Street Meter Parking Around City Hall, Contact: Daniel Carlos, Telephone: 626-744-4660. Audience: Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:30 PM.
City Hall 2nd Floor Conference Room S116, 100 N Garfield AVE, Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Tuesday Musicale Club Second Sunday Concert
Central
Details: Parking: www.cityofpasadena.net/library/offSiteParking.asp, Contact: Barbara Ebert
626-398-0658. Audience: Cost: Free.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E Walnut ST, Pasadena, CA 91101-1556.
Lineage Dance: The Brain in Motion--Art & Ideas/Origins
Arts and Culture
Details: See the latest full-length work by Artistic Director, Hilary Thomas and her acclaimed contemporary dance company, Lineage Dance. With original music composed for the piece by musician John Guth and cutting-edge visual images by Los Angeles-based artists, the dance moves effortlessly between the right and left brain playing intuition off rational thinking and back again. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $25, $15 Advance Tickets, $30,$20 at the door.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
ORIGINS/Art & Ideas Festival 2009
Arts and Culture
Details: Art & Ideas, a consortium of Pasadena-area arts and cultural organizations and organized by the Pasadena Arts Council, engages the Southern California community by creating provocative issue-based arts collaborations. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Pasadena Museum of California Art
490 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pmcaonline.org. Sunday Night Swing and Salsa Dance
General activities and events
Details: Come jump & Jive or Salsa with our Dance Pros and learners of all levels! Group lesson included in the entry fee. Audience: Cost: $20 per session/ packages also available.
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rose City Ballroom Dance Studio
915 S. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91105.
Veterans Day
Library
Details: City of Pasadena holiday; most city facilities and all libraries closed.
Monday, November 9, 2009.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Veteran's Day
Library
Details: City of Pasadena holiday; most city facilities and all libraries closed.
Monday, November 9, 2009.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Autumn Monday Morning Yoga and Fitness Walks
General activities and events
Details: Certified instructors Cara Davis and Cam Hall continue their popular program with a 25-minute fitness walk followed by a 60-minute yoga session. Bring an exercise mat and a towel. Audience: Adults. Cost: Series Member: $120.00, Series Non-Member: $140.00, Adult Non-Member: $18.00, Adult Member: $18.00.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Health Screenings
General activities and events
Details: Health counseling includes personal health guidance, hypertension and diabetes screening, medical and social service referrals, health promotion literature and resources. Meets the second Monday of each month. Telephone: 626-397-2581; site: 626-403-7360. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
South Pasadena Senior Center
1102 Oxley St
South Pasadena, CA 91030.
For more info visit www.huntingtoncommunityoutreach.com. Pilates Mat Class
General activities and events
Details: Pilates mat-work is a flowing set of movements which increase strength, flexibility and stamina while also improving alignment, balance, coordination and tone. The result of the workout is a uniformly developed body with strong back and abdominal muscles. The approach is tailored to each person's needs so you leave feeling healthier and more invigorated. Audience: Cost: $15.00 a class.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
YWCA Pasadena-Foothill Valley
1200 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103.
Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art
Arts and Culture
Details: Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art addresses issues of power, culture, and universality. The process of writing in art is a central theme, permitting the exploration of correlations between the elevated form, calligraphy, and its historically devalued twin, graffiti. Suggesting that these visual practices mirror each other, the exhibition presents works that critique or parody social and artistic frames of reference. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Visit website for more information.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pacificasiamuseum.org. PSC Virtual Bowling League
Pasadena Senior Center
Details: Morning 10:00 a.m. to Noon Afternoon 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Virtual bowl with Nintendo’s Wii on PSC’s big screen. It’s at least as much fun as the real bowling alley! Contact: Cynthia Rosedale, Telephone: 626-685-6724, Email: CynthiaR@pasadenaseniorcenter.org. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Pasadena Senior Center, 85 E Holly ST, Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org. Capturing California's Preserved Lands and Historic Districts: Paintings from the Southern Sierra Foothills
Arts and Culture
Details: Open daily Tuesday through Sunday, except holidays. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
The Old Mill
1120 Old Mill Road
San Marino, CA 91108.
For more info visit www.californiaartclub.org. Story Time for preschoolers!!!
General activities and events
Details: Currant Baby & Mommy will be holding a story time for preschoolers! This is an excellent opportunity to get to know other parents and children in the Pasadena area as well as enjoy a morning out! This event is free to the public and will be a weekly event! Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:40 AM.
Currant Baby & Mommy
289 E Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101
Located in the Paseo Mall next to Camille's Sidewalk Cafe.
Multiple Sclerosis
General activities and events
Details: This group which operates under the National MS Society meets the second Monday of each month. Call for time. Contact: Aynn Freeman, Telephone: 626-303-4343. Audience: Cost: call for information.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 12:00 PM.
Assistance League of Pasadena
820 E California Bl
Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.nationalmssociety.org. At-Risk Parents Support Group
General activities and events
Details: Diane Fruchter leads this weekly support group to help aging parents set limits with their adult children. Parking: Free parking, Contact: Diane, Telephone: 626-577-8480 x54. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Center for Aging Resources
3740 E Sierra Madre Bl
Pasadena, CA 91107.
For more info visit www.centerforagingresources.org. SMART Lab @ La Pintoresca
La Pintoresca
Details: Not sure where to find information on the Internet? Need help with online research? Have no fear SMART Lab is here. SMART Lab is a free service offered to students who need homework assistance. In addition, we provide: Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Homework guides to useful book titles, websites, and databases. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM.
La Pintoresca Technology Learning Center 1355 N Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91104.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Finance Committee
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: Regular meetings are the second and fourth Monday at 4:00 p.m. Parking: Metered Parking, Telephone: 626-744-4350. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 4:00 PM.
City Hall, City Council Conference Room S246, 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Transitions Group
General activities and events
Details: This group focuses on those who have experienced the loss of a loved one from cancer in the last two years. Meets every Monday. The first session, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m, is facilitated by Carol Fred, LCSW. The next session, from 7:00 to 9:00, is facilitated by Mary Lou Crane, PhD, MFT, Contact: Kimberly Velazco, Telephone: 626-796-1083, Email: k.velazco@thewellnesscommunity.org. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wellness Community Foothills, 200 E Del Mar BLVD, Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org. Up & Moving Pasadena
General activities and events
Details: Join the City of Pasadena Human Services and Recreation for a Free weekly community walk. Each person who shows up will get support, a free t-shirt and make new friends. Date, time, and location for Up & Moving: Mondays at 5:00 p.m.- Victory Park Community Center, 2575 Paloma St. meet by the main entrance; Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m.- Robinson Park, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. meet by the playground; Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.- Villa Parke Community Center, 363 East Villa St. meet at the main entrance. Call to find… Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:00 PM.
Victory Park Community Center, 2575 Paloma ST, Pasadena, CA 91107.
Turf Grass Production & Management
Arts and Culture
Details: This class is an introduction to cultivation, maintenance and management of turf grasses utilized for athletic fields, golf courses, parks, cemeteries, commercial and residential lawns. Identification, installation, cultural requirements and maintenance practices are emphasized. Field trips are required. Pre-registration required at www.mtsac.edu . Call Brian Scott at 909.594.5611, x4539 for information or questions, or email him at bscott@mtsac.edu. Audience: Adults. Teens. Cost: $95 payable to Mt. San Antonio College $30 payable to Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Arboretum
301 North Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007.
For more info visit www.arboretum.org. Design Commission
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: Regular meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the Hale Building Hearing Room #120 or the Convention Center Conference Building Room 211/212, depending on availability. Telephone: 626-744-7138. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:30 PM.
Hale Building, 175 N Garfield AVE, Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Autumn Monday Evening Yoga and Fitness Walks
General activities and events
Details: Certified instructors Cara Davis and Cam Hall continue their popular program with a 25-minute fitness walk followed by a 60-minute yoga session. Bring an exercise mat and a towel. Audience: Adults. Cost: Series Member: $120.00, Series Non-Member: $140.00, Adult Non-Member: $18.00, Adult Member: $18.00.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens,
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. ORIGINS/Art & Ideas Festival 2009
Arts and Culture
Details: Art & Ideas, a consortium of Pasadena-area arts and cultural organizations and organized by the Pasadena Arts Council, engages the Southern California community by creating provocative issue-based arts collaborations. Audience: Adults. Seniors. Teens.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Pasadena Museum of California Art
490 E. Union St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pmcaonline.org. Fall '09 Session Classes
General activities and events
Details: Theatre 360 is now accepting registrations for their fall 2009 session.
Classes start September 14th and run through December 12th and are available Monday through Friday.
To see a list of all available classes and times visit www.Theatre360.org or call the office at 626-577-5922.
Theatre 360 is a children's theatre that provides acting, dance and voice classes to children ages 3-19, of all cultures, and levels of interest. Audience: *All Ages.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 PM.
Theatre 360
75 N. Marengo Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
City Council - CANCELLED
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: Weekly, Mondays, 6:30 PM, closed session 5:30 PM, Parking: On street parking in Civic area, Contact: City Clerk's Office, Telephone: 626-744-4124, Email: cityclerk@cityofpasadena.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Pasadena City Hall Council Chambers - Room 247, 100 North Garfield Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91109.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Commission on the Status of Women
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: Meets 2nd Monday of each month. Telephone: 626-744-7084. Audience:
Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM.
Jackie Robinson Center, 1020 N Fair Oaks AVE, Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Caroline Myss Mystical Healing & Transformation Workshop
General activities and events
Details: Join the best-selling author of Anatomy of the Spirit and Sacred Contracts for an inspiring All-Day lecture/workshop on mystical healing and transformation. Visionary author and medical intuitive, Caroline Myss introduces the subject of her new book, Defy Gravity. Visit the website for reservations and more information, or call 800-654-5126.
For more information, call (800) 654-5126. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Price: $25 by Oct 9, $35 after that date.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA, 91101.
For more info visit www.hayhouse.com. Caroline Myss Mystical Healing & Transformation Workshop
General activities and events
Details: Join the best-selling author of Anatomy of the Spirit and Sacred Contracts for an inspiring All-Day lecture/workshop on mystical healing and transformation. Visionary author and medical intuitive, Caroline Myss introduces the subject of her new book, Defy Gravity. Visit the website for reservations and more information, or call 800-654-5126. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: $25 by Oct 9, $35 after that date.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.hayhouse.com. Free Physical Fitness/Workout
General activities and events
Details: Physical Fitness with Marilyn Evans, RN, Certified Fitness Instructor.
Warm-up, cardio workout (at your pace), strengthen muscles, stretch
and cool down. You’ll be glad you did!
For more information, please call 626-796-1083. Audience: Cost: Free.
Monday, November 9, 2009, 8:30 PM.
The Wellness Community, Foothills
200 E. Del Mar Blvd. #118
Pasadena, CA 91105.
Central Library Exhibits
Central
Details: North Entrance - Dollhouse Miniatures, Rugs and Wall Hangings
Main Hall - Sierra Club Photography
Business Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Humanities Wing - Not Only New Zealand Bears
Centennial Room - Chicago White Sox 1938 Spring Training in Pasadena
Free Standing - Sierra Club Photography
Exhibits on view throughout the current month, during library hours. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
Pasadena Central Library
285 E Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Tai Chi
General activities and events
Details: Instructor Laura Gloster leads the slow, precise movements of “meditation in motion.” Emphasizing force rather than strength, tai chi is based on the philosophy of promoting the free flow of chi. Audience: Cost: $150, $120 members.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:15 AM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr.
La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011.
Autumn Tuesday Morning Yoga and Fitness Walks, Begin
General activities and events
Details: Certified instructors Cara Davis and Cam Hall continue their popular program with a 25-minute fitness walk followed by a 60-minute yoga session. Bring an exercise mat and a towel. Audience: Adults. Cost: Series Member: $120.00, Series Non-Member: $140.00, Adult Non-Member: $18.00, Adult Member: $18.00.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Bicycle Ride
General activities and events
Details: This easy 20 mile ride goes to a different breakfast destination every week. There is also a Sunday moderate ride, and Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning rides. Nonmembers welcome. All participants must wear an ANSI approved cycling helmet. Telephone: 626-448-2985, 626-287-9861, Email: veprohias@earthlink.net. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
S Hill Ave and San Pasqual St, Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.foothillcycle.org. Pasadena Farmers Market
General activities and events
Details: If you have never been to a Farmers' Market, you are in for a real treat. You'll love the experience of buying directly from the farmer that grows the food. What you'll love even more is the fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables and farm products.
We also have other vendors offering jams, jellies, fish, and more, but we do not permit craft vendors.
Held every Tuesday.
Parking: Free
Telephone: 626-449-0179. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Villa Parke Center
363 E. Villa Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pasadenafarmersmarket.org. NORTHWEST COMMUNITY PLAN FOCUS GROUP – Northwest Businesses and Commercial Property Owners
General activities and events
Details: Northwest Pasadena businesses and commercial property owners are encouraged to provide their opinions about the future direction of Pasadena’s Northwest Community Plan by participating in a focus group discussion. The plan articulates a strategy for upgrading and restoring Northwest Pasadena in the areas of housing, economic development, employment opportunities, infrastructure improvements, social services and public safety.
For more information contact Lola Osborne in the Northwest Programs Office of t… Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Pasadena Enterprise Center
1015 N. Lake Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91104.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Infant Storytime - Fall Session
Central
Details: Infant Storytime for ages 0-17 months. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
Pasadena Public Library Storyhour Room
285 E. Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Fresh Start Tuesdays
La Pintoresca
Details: A Women At Work representative is available at the library each Tuesday to provide one-on-one career counseling. Attendees receive free guidance with resume writing, interviewing skills, networking, and other career development assistance. Appointments required phone (626)744-7268 to make yours. Audience: Adults. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
La Pintoresca Branch Library
1355 N Raymond Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art
Arts and Culture
Details: Calligraffiti: Writing in Contemporary Chinese and Latino Art addresses issues of power, culture, and universality. The process of writing in art is a central theme, permitting the exploration of correlations between the elevated form, calligraphy, and its historically devalued twin, graffiti. Suggesting that these visual practices mirror each other, the exhibition presents works that critique or parody social and artistic frames of reference. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Visit website for more information.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pacificasiamuseum.org. MOMS Club of Pasadena All Member Meeting
General activities and events
Details: MOMS Club of Pasadena is a support group and social club for full and part-time stay at home moms. Join us for our All Member Meeting to meet other moms in your area, learn more about our park days, play groups and other mom and kid offerings! Of course children are always welcome! Audience: Adults. Children.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Pasadena Museum - Curtin House of History
470 W. Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91103.
Toddler Storytime - Fall Session
Central
Details: Toddler Storytime for ages 0-17 months. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Pasadena Public Library Storyhour Room
285 E. Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Preschool Storytime
Hill Avenue
Details: Join us for stories, fingerplays, flannelboards, songs and a movie. A craft to make and take home will follow the program. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Hill Avenue Branch Library
55 S Hill AVE
Pasadena, CA 91106.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Preschool Storytime
Lamanda Park
Details: Stories, fingerplays, fun and a craft to take home. For preschoolers ages 3-5 years old. Weekly. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 10:30 AM.
Lamanda Park Branch Library
140 S Altadena Dr
Pasadena, CA 91107.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Capturing California's Preserved Lands and Historic Districts: Paintings from the Southern Sierra Foothills
Arts and Culture
Details: Open daily Tuesday through Sunday, except holidays. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
The Old Mill
1120 Old Mill Road
San Marino, CA 91108.
For more info visit www.californiaartclub.org. Cancer Support: Welcome to The Wellness Community
General activities and events
Details: Welcome to Wellness orientation meetings are led by a cancer survivor. Individuals with cancer, their family members, and friends can learn about The Wellness Community programs including support group meetings, workshops and seminars, as well as physical fitness classes including: Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Yoga, Dynamic Strength Training, Visualization & Guided Imagery, and Meditation. All services are free of charge.
For more information visit www.twcfoothills.org or contact Litsa Mitchell, telephone: 626-79… Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Call or visit website for more information.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
The Wellness Community – Foothills
200 E. Del Mar Blvd. Suite 118
Pasadena, CA 91105.
For more info visit www.twcfoothills.org. Toddler Storytime - Fall Session
Central
Details: Toddler Storytime for ages 0-17 months. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Pasadena Public Library Storyhour Room
285 E. Walnut Street
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net. Kaiser Toastmasters
General activities and events
Details: Offers an opportunity to practice and perfect your speaking skills, develop leadership skills and make new friends. Weekly meetings. Meeting rooms rotate; see web site. Parking: Entrance on Los Robles north of Walnut; free, Telephone: 626-405-5933. Audience: Cost: Approx. $10 a month.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Kaiser Permanente - Administrative Offices
393 E. Walnut St.
Pasadena, CA 91101.
For more info visit www.kaisertm.org. EAP Brown Bag Program
Central
Details: No details available. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E. Walnut St. Pasadena CA 91101.
Cancer Patient Support Group
General activities and events
Details: For those diagnosed with any kind of cancer.
For more information and to register, please call, (626) 256-4673, Ext. 62282. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
City of Hope
1500 E. Duarte Rd
Duarte, CA 91010.
Senior Commission
City Council, Commissions & Committees
Details: The purpose of the commission is to advise the city council on the needs, concerns, and quality of life of all seniors. The community is welcome to attend. Regular meeting: monthly, 2nd Tuesday, 2 p.m Call to confirm date and location. Telephone: 626-744-6937. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Call for location, Pasadena, CA.
For more info visit www.cityofpasadena.net. Barks and Books
Hastings
Details: Be a special reading buddy to a real dog! Elementary school-age chldren can read a book to a gentle dog. This program is made possible by volunteers from the Pasadena Humane Society. Audience: Children. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 3:30 PM.
Hastings Branch Library
3325 E Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91107.
For more info visit pasadenapubliclibrary.net. SMART Lab @ La Pintoresca
La Pintoresca
Details: Not sure where to find information on the Internet? Need help with online research? Have no fear SMART Lab is here. SMART Lab is a free service offered to students who need homework assistance. In addition, we provide: Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Homework guides to useful book titles, websites, and databases. Audience: Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 4:00 PM.
La Pintoresca Technology Learning Center 1355 N Raymond Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91104.
For more info visit cityofpasadena.net. Autumn Tuesday Evening Yoga and Fitness Walks
General activities and events
Details: Certified instructors Cara Davis and Cam Hall continue their popular program with a 25-minute fitness walk followed by a 60-minute yoga session. Bring an exercise mat and a towel. Audience: Adults. Cost: Series Member: $120.00, Series Non-Member: $140.00, Adult Non-Member: $18.00, Adult Member: $18.00.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011.
For more info visit www.descansogardens.org. Lung Cancer Support Group
General activities and events
Details: For more information please call, (626) 256-4673. Audience:
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
City of Hope
1500 E. Duarte Rd
Duarte, CA 91010.
Parenting Education Class
General activities and events
Details: This 20 week program will provide support for parents in need of basic parenting skills and practices by delivering training on child safety, parental functions, family nutrition and developmental stages. A certificate will be awarded upon completion of the course. Audience: Cost: $10.00 a class (limited scholarships available).
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
YWCA Pasadena Foothill Valley
1200 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103.
Pasadena Business and Professional Women's Organization
General activities and events
Details: Dinner meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month. Social networking at 6:30 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Contact: Marion Fox, Telephone: 626-577-8496. Audience: Cost: Call for fees.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Call for monthly location (in Pasadena CA).
Water Integrated Resources Plan (WIRP) - Workshop #1
General activities and events
Details: The WIRP will be the City's blueprint for ensuring reliable, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible water supply for the next twenty-five years. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Jackie Robinson Center
1020 North Fair Oaks Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91103.
For more info visit www.pwpweb.com. Free Home Buying Seminar--CANCELLED
Central
Details: Roland Wilcox
626-449-8545
buyerseminar@gmail.com. Audience: Adults.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Pasadena Central Library Auditorium, 285 E. Walnut St. Pasadena CA 91101.
For more info visit www.sierracapital.biz. ACLU-SC PRESENTS: TAX & OTHER CALIFORNIA PROPOSED REFORMS
General activities and events
Details: California is in bad shape, thanks to accumulated, outdated and jerry-built governing and taxing procedures. Reforms loom on the horizon. Join us to hear Robert Stern, President of the Government Studies Center, and invited L.A. Times columnist Michael Hiltzik, on what reforms are needed and how various proposals might work. Audience: *All Ages. Cost: Free. All are welcome.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Neighborhood Universalist Church
301 N. Orange Grove Blvd.
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 449-3470
2 blocks North of the 134 Fwy. Orange Grove Exit. In large two-story building at rear.
For more info visit www.aclu-sc.org. Fiesta: Mexico!
General activities and events
Details: Join us in the Altadena Library Community Room for Mexican dance, stories and folklore presented by Al