Dinner at Noodle Star


Dinner at Noodle Stars, in the Baja Ranch Market shopping center on Huntington. Got the Chicken Satay plate for $14.75 and a soda for $2.25. Very good!

- Brad Haugaard 

Shevlin, Jimenez, Belden Ahead in Monrovia Race - Updated

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March 5 Results

Source here.

- Brad Haugaard 

Calvin McKendrick Named Principal of Bradoaks School

Calvin McKendrick has been appointed Principal of Bradoaks Elementary Science Academy, returning to Monrovia where he previously served as an assistant principal at Canyon Oaks High School, Mountain Park School, and Monrovia High School. He holds a Master's in Education from Azusa Pacific University and a Bachelor's in Latin American Studies from Brigham Young University. McKendrick is fluent in Spanish and has spearheaded initiatives for English Language Learners. Most recently he was principal at San Antonio High School in Claremont. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Today Is Last Day to Vote


If you are planning to vote, today is the last day to do it. You can ...

  • Go to the Vote Center in the Library Community Room from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. today.
  • Drop your ballot in the Ballot Drop Box on Palm Avenue on the north side of the Library.
  • Mail it. It needs to be postmarked today!

- Brad Haugaard  

Silly Hermes Plays Fetch With Himself


Hermes is a young and playful two-year-old pit bull mix who can’t wait to meet you!

This handsome boy is fond of squeaky toys, treats, and sitting in the closest lap he can find. He’s a 50 pound lap-dog who is not afraid to use his powers of persuasion (puppy-dog eyes) to get the attention he so clearly deserves!

Hermes will keep everyone he meets entertained with his silliness. He plays a version of “fetch” with himself- tossing every toy he can find airborne and pouncing on it when it comes down. It’s like the canine equivalent of whac-a-mole.

Once he’s had enough playtime, Hermes will show off his repertoire of tricks. He’s very smart and enjoys performing for rewards; pets and treats.

One of the staff members at Pasadena Humane has sponsored the adoption fee for Hermes, so his lucky family can spend that saved cash on some more squeaky toys and treats!

The normal adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.

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. Daily adoption appointments can be scheduled online. New adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Walk-in appointments are available every day from 2:00 – 5:00. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard 

A Moment in Monrovia History: 1887 New Year's Day Celebration at Monroe and Pile Real Estate Office

"This cut represents the office of our worthy entrepreneurs. Monrovia aged one year. The boys are splendid young fellows. The gentleman on the left is W.E Pile. The gentleman standing with pitcher & glass in hand is M.S. Monroe of Monroe & Pile. The gentleman seated at the left of the table with glass in hand is W.N. Monroe, the founder of the town of Monrovia, founded May 1886. The gentleman on the right is C. O. Monroe." Photographer: Shaffner -- Grand View Hotel Series, Monrovia. The office was located at approximately 411 S. Myrtle Ave and lighted by gas, so there must have been a gas manufacturing plant on the premises. The date - Jan 1, 1887 - suggests this is a celebration of the New Year. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.

For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.

- Brad Haugaard

Tabletop Game Night at Library March 8

Tabletop Game Night for Adults at Library on March 8, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a variety of new and social games from the library's collection. Contact: aloera@ci.monrovia.ca.us, 256-8254.

- Brad Haugaard

Rock Painting at Library March 5


Spring Crafternoon: Rock Painting for adults and teens (16+) at Library, tomorrow, March 5, 6 to 7 p.m. No registration required, supplies provided, but participants may bring their own rocks. Contact: abanuelos@ci.monrovia.ca.us, 256-8272.

- Brad Haugaard

Line Dance With a Veteran

Line Dance with a Veteran at the Community Center, 119 W Palm, on March 9, 2 to 3 p.m. Open to all ages. For military members, veterans, and their families and friends. Instructors John and Katie Watson. No experience or partner required; soft sole shoes recommended. Contact: mcross@ci.monrovia.ca.us, 256-8294.

- Brad Haugaard 

Clifton Middle School Honored as California Distinguished School


Monrovia's Clifton Middle School is one of 293 California middle schools and high schools named by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond as California Distinguished Schools. The award honors schools for either closing the achievement gap or demonstrating exceptional student performance. Schools will be honored at an event in Anaheim on May 3.

- Brad Haugaard

City Invites Comments on Planned Norumbega Home


The city is inviting residents with specific environmental concerns on a residential project planned for 545 Norumbega Drive, to submit them by 5 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, to  Planning Division Manager Sheri Bermejo at planning@ci.monrovia.ca.us. Details

- Brad Haugaard

Tickets on Sale for Monrovia Wine Walk April 13


The 7th Annual Wine Walk in Old Town will take place on Saturday, April 13, from 6 - 9 p.m. Participants will explore businesses and sample wines. Tickets required. Purchase here, at the Community Center or Charlie's House, 430 S. Myrtle Ave. Tickets are $45 pre-sale and $60 at the event if not sold out. Contact the Community Center for questions at 256-8246. 

- Brad Haugaard

Where to Drop Off Your Ballot; City Street Repaving; Historic Walking Tour

In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports: 

~ If you don't want to mail in your ballot, you can drop it off at the Library Community Room, open open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, March 4, and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5. Or... you can drop it in the official ballot box on the north side of the Library, on Palm Ave.

~ The city is replacing  nearly 1.1 million square feet of roadway, 4,566 square feet of sidewalks and driveway approaches, nearly three quarters of a mile of water main, and cleaning over three miles of sewer mains, and is replacing two parking lots in Old Town. He said the current Pavement Condition Index (PCI) is an "incredible" 87, and will certainly improve after the current road work, and work scheduled for next year on Peck Road and South Myrtle. For comparison, he said the average California PCI is 66.

~ There will be a two-hour walking tour of historic Monrovia tomorrow, March 2, starting at the SE corner of Palm and Myrtle Avenues at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 per person with proceeds benefiting Monrovia Historic Preservation Group.

- Brad Haugaard

Spring Monrovia Today Magazine Is Out


The Spring 2024 Monrovia Today magazine is out, with information about Monrovia Days, Spring Bunny Photos and Egg Hunt, upcoming classes and more. Here

- Brad Haugaard

Current Local Job Opportunities - March

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Monrovia School District 

City of Monrovia 

Private 

There is also a group called Monrovia Works. Search for it on Facebook and ask to join it.

- Brad Haugaard


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