Dinner at the Pour House, on the west side of Myrtle just below Lime. Got the French dip sliders (usually $12.50 but I got them for $7) and a beer for $5. Happy hour prices. Tasty.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Pour House
Dinner at the Pour House, on the west side of Myrtle just below Lime. Got the French dip sliders (usually $12.50 but I got them for $7) and a beer for $5. Happy hour prices. Tasty.
Zoom Workshops on 'Hugelkultur' and Leak Detection
On March 9, a free "Hugelkultur" workshop will be held via Zoom. Learn about creating raised planting beds using woody material and other compostable biomass, criteria for determining whether hugelkultur makes sense for your landscape, siting and sizing hugels, and maintenance and troubleshooting. Register: t.ly/P2ns
On March 21, the district will host a free "Outdoor Leak Detection" workshop via Zoom. How to detect if you have a leak, how to track down the source of the leak, preventive measures to avoid leaks, and whether to handle the issue yourself or hire a professional. Registration: t.ly/a4y1
On March 21, the district will host a free "Outdoor Leak Detection" workshop via Zoom. How to detect if you have a leak, how to track down the source of the leak, preventive measures to avoid leaks, and whether to handle the issue yourself or hire a professional. Registration: t.ly/a4y1
- Brad Haugaard
Water Is Life Student Art Contest
Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District's "Water is Life" art contest is open! The theme is "Being Water Wise Is..." and is open to students in grades K-12. The contest aims to promote water conservation and stewardship through student artwork. Details: t.ly/dbJ_
- Brad Haugaard
Former Monrovia City Council Member John Nobrega Dies
John Nobrega (bottom right) with the rest of the 1985 Monrovia City Council.
Monrovia City Manager Dylan Feik reports that former council member and long-time resident John Nobrega Jr. died on February 9 at the age of 90. He writes that Nobrega's civic engagement began as a commissioner, from 1972 to 1982, when he was elected to the City Council. He was re-elected in 1986 and 1990 and served multiple years as mayor pro tem, advocating for Monrovia Fire & Rescue and playing a significant role in keeping fire services under city control. Nobrega is survived by his wife of 66 years, Patricia, son, and daughters, and many grandchildren.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia High Graduate Ron Husband Honored as Unsung Hero of 41st Assembly District
San Dimas resident and Monrovia High School alumnus Ronald "Ron" Husband was recently recognized as the Unsung Hero for the 41st Assembly District by Assembly member Chris Holden and the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) for his contributions to the community. The CLBC established the Black History Month Unsung Hero Award to acknowledge individuals who have made selfless and unrecognized contributions to their respective districts.
Mr. Husband, a 38-year veteran of The Walt Disney Company, retired as a character artist from the Walt Disney Consumer Products Division. He was the first African American animator and supervising animator for Walt Disney Studios and has taught students across the nation the importance of imagination through his vision of art. He is a Monrovia High School graduate and holds an Associate's Degree in Art from Citrus College and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. In 2019, he was inducted into the College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Mr. Husband expressed his gratitude for the award and thanked Assemblymember Holden and The California Legislative Black Caucus.
- Brad Haugaard
Rambo or Velcro? He Sticks Close
You might think with a name like Rambo that this dog should be an action hero. A more accurate name might be Velcro as this handsome boy’s idea of “action” revolves around being as close to his people as possible. He quickly bonds with you and once he’s by your side, he doesn’t want to be anywhere else!
Rambo is a whiz at several commands and is eager to show them off. He tries to even anticipate what you want- he's been known to patiently lie down next to the volunteers who are walking him when they stop to chat with someone. He doesn’t even need a treat, but he also doesn’t pass them up.Rambo recently spent time in a foster home where he got to play with another dog, so we think a similar-sized playmate would suit him.
Since Rambo is five years old, he is eligible for the Seniors for Seniors program. For any adopter over sixty, his adoption fee is waived!
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. View photos of adoptable pets and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
Three Monrovia High Robotics Teams Advance to Regional Competition
Monrovia High School's robotics teams, Kings and Queens, Neptune, and Suit Bots, successfully competed in the First Tech Challenge Inter-League Tournament on February 18 and will move on to the Regional Championships on March 11. All three teams will compete against the top teams in Southern California to earn a chance to participate in the World Championships in Houston, in April.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Not Quite Out of the Drought Yet
178.9 feet above sea level in early January
179.4 feet on February 1
187.7 feet on February 24 (t.ly/C5A1)
So the water level has increased 8.8 feet in just under two months, but is still below the 200 to 250 feet the district considers to be a safe water level. This does does not, of course, take into consideration the storms of the past few days or the predicted storms in the next few days.
- Brad Haugaard
Storytelling Event at Library Park March 4
On Saturday, March 4 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the band shell at Library Park, there will be a multicultural storytelling event discussing pride in oneself through stories from three cultures. Games, crafts, and a performance of "Proud to be Me." For information email jmushisky@ci.monrovia.ca.us or call 256-8264.
- Brad Haugaard
The State Gastropub Coming In Spring
A restaurant called The State is coming to Monrovia in the spring. It will be on the east side of Myrtle just south of Lemon. It is a Gastropub that already has restaurants in Rancho Cucamonga and Redlands, and with others coming in Riverside and Monrovia. thestaterestaurant.com
- Brad Haugaard
Sandbags For Homes Threatened by Mud; No Street Fair Tonight; Learn About Food Waste
~ The L.A. County Department of Public Works has issued a Phase 2 Debris and Mudflow Potential Forecast for the Monrovia neighborhoods of Ridgeside Drive, Oakglade Drive, and below burned hillsides. Oakglade Debris Basin has been cleared and has full capacity, while the Santa Anita and Sawpit Debris Basins have considerable capacity. Gravel bags and materials are available at Recreation Park and at the Monrovia Public Works Yard (600 S. Mountain). Bring your own shovels, gloves, and eye protection and take only what you need. For questions call Public Works at 932-5575.
~ Tonight's Street Fair & Market has been canceled due to rain.
~ Join Food ED, the city, and Athens at the Monrovia Community Garden (303 W. Colorado) this Saturday, February 25, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Learn about food waste, recycling, and the new composting law. Register here for a Q&A session, kid's crafts, workshops, and free compost for pick up. Rain or shine. For info, visit www.explorefooded.org or email krisritzau@explorefooded.org.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Xencor Reports Increased Losses Due to Investments
Monrovia-based Xencor, which develops cancer and autoimmune disease drugs, reported a net loss for the fourth quarter of 2022 of $31.5 million, or $0.43 per share, compared to a net loss of $18.2 million, or $0.25 per share, for the same period in 2021. For the full year, Xencor reported a net loss of $98.6 million, or $1.36 per share, compared to a net loss of $59.4 million, or $0.82 per share, for 2021. The company says the increase in net loss was primarily due to its investment in clinical programs. Despite the loss, the company's cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities totaled $1.4 billion as of December 31, 2022. t.ly/-x5xG
- Brad Haugaard
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