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Local Shop Employees Take it all Off – Almost

Nationwide Anti-Packaging Campaign Urges Customers to go Naked

Wearing nothing but aprons reading …

Man Declared Dead in VW - Haz Mat Called in

The Pasadena Fire Dept., police, Glendale and Burbank Haz Mat responded to a call of a man slumped …

Free Parking Fills Up Fast

Popular, jammed Gold Line lots have Metro weighing its expansion options

By Terry Miller

Monrovia’s Newest High School Takes a Different Approach to… Everything.

Mr. Ed Says we should be free thinkers

Classes …

Solar Power: Coming Soon to Parking Structures Near You

Two of the many goals in the United Nations Urban Environmental Accords adopted by the City Council two …

Paseo Colorado Parking Rates to Jump Oct. 1

City-owned underground parking lot has been taking losses

Although the Paseo Colorado shopping center has had a positive impact …

Arcadia Rotarians Serve Others While Having Fun

By Anne Donofrio-Holter

In keeping with the theme of club president Bruce McCallum, “serving others while having fun,” Arcadia …

23 Year Old Man Commits Suicide with Chemicals inside 2003 VW Bug

23 Year Old Man Commits Suicide with Chemicals inside 2003 VW Bug

A newer model, white VW Beetle was sealed off from public Monday as it was believed to contain hazardous chemicals as well as a body of a young man in his 20’s.

Pasadena police and fire officials staged at Halstead (just behind the Best Buy shopping Center) 2:40 p.m. HazMat teams from Glendale were quickly called in.

The vehicle and man had been reported missing …

August 26, 2008 | Read More »

Brazilian Choro Music Given New Life

Brazilian Choro Music Given New Life

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Back in 1940, Technicolor musicals were top box office and Carmen Miranda a huge favorite. In those movies, Miranda brought the color and life of Brazil to America with songs like “Brazil” and many more. She also brought along her band with a lead singer with the unbelievable name of Joe Carioca. Miranda and her Bando da Lua introduced the sound

August 24, 2008 | Read More »

Discovering Fjords and Kilts Aboard Holland America’s Eurodam, Part 3

Discovering Fjords and Kilts Aboard Holland America’s Eurodam, Part 3

From Alesund, the Eurodam sailed to Stavanger, the “capital” of Norway’s off-shore drilling industry. Here I found a colorful harbor full of boats, shoppers, museums and restored 18th century houses and streets.

One of the boats docked near us was Earthrace, a wave-piercing trimaran which recently set a world record for circumnavigating the globe in a powerboat. The craft achieved the mark in 60 days, while running completely on bio-fuel.

After touring …

August 22, 2008 | Read More »

The Social Whirl- 8/21/08

“An Evening with Paul Anka”
Recording star and award-winning composer, if you are a fan (I’m a big one), it’s within your reach. Methodist Hospital Foundation is presenting its 19th annual Crystal Ball, “An Evening with Paul Anka,” on October 11th at Pasadena Convention Center. This will sell out fast, that’s why the tip. Call the Foundation for an invitation, (626) 821-2340.

“Eileen Hubbard Recovering”
Eileen Hubbard, long-time Arcadia resident, community volunteer, city commissioner and past president of Arcadia Assistance League has returned …

August 25, 2008 | Read More »

Music, Stage, & Happenings

Brazilian Choro Music Given New Life

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Back in …

August 24, 2008 | Read More »

A Theatrical Noise Within Pasadena

Support for the arts is a hallmark tradition of the San Gabriel Valley. Much of the support may …

August 23, 2008 | Read More »

Bring on the Strings!

Instruction in stringed instruments, violin, viola, cello and bass will return to Monrovia’s elementary schools.  The instruction will …

August 22, 2008 | Read More »

Music, Music, Music returns to Elementary Schools

By Susan Motander

A free community concert on Monday, August 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Clifton Middle School …

August 22, 2008 | Read More »

‘Rose’s Dilemma’ to Open at Sierra Madre Playhouse

Neil Simon’s tale of love, loss and learning to move on promises to please audiences.

Actually, Rose has two …

August 22, 2008 | Read More »

Cal Phil—A Festive Ode to Joy to End Season

The Festival on the Green at the Los …

August 16, 2008 | Read More »

Crazy Quilt of American Songs, Poetry Mark Pops Concert

The stage was mightily crowded at the Pasadena Pops concerts last …

August 16, 2008 | Read More »

Lifestyles

The Social Whirl- 8/21/08

The Social Whirl- 8/21/08

“An Evening with Paul Anka”
Recording star and award-winning composer, if you are a fan (I’m a big one), …

August 25, 2008 | Read More »
A Good Day

A Good Day

By Dorothy Denne

So far it’s been a good day–
I haven’t yelled, I haven’t spat.
I haven’t gossiped …

August 25, 2008 | Read More »
Apartment Dweller’s Dilemma: Indoor Plants or Hold That Thought

Apartment Dweller’s Dilemma: Indoor Plants or Hold That Thought

By Sandy Gillis

Dear Garden Gal,
Thanks for all the tips! I’m on your column every week like Tom Cruise …

August 25, 2008 | Read More »
Complaints Are Not Always Justified

Complaints Are Not Always Justified

As a buyer/seller advocate it is not surprising to receive calls from angry buyers and sellers who feel …

August 25, 2008 | Read More »
Chop It Up Broccoli Salad

Chop It Up Broccoli Salad

Labor Day cookouts will soon mark the end of summer activities even though more and more of us …

August 22, 2008 | Read More »