Monrovia Now: News and Comment about Monrovia, California

New Year’s Eve in Monrovia

Also, the free family-oriented Noon Year's Eve event in Library Park, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Live music, arts and crafts, an inflatable obstacle course, and games.

- Brad Haugaard

Dinner at The Saltner

Dinner at The Saltner, on the south side of Colorado just east of Myrtle. Got the Charcuterie plate for two for $36.95 and two glasses of wine for $16 each. It was very tasty.

- Brad Haugaard

Hannukkah Celebration in Arcadia Today

Chabad of Arcadia will celebrate the second day of Hanukkah today, Dec. 26, 5:30-7 p.m., with the lighting of a 9-foot menorah at the Arcadia Transit Plaza (First and Santa Clara), and a Grand Gelt Drop (chocolate coins and treats fall from the top of a fire truck ladder). The event is free and includes live music, crafts, and traditional foods. Reservations here.

- Brad Haugaard

Merry Christmas, Monrovia!

Nativity scene at a house at the corner of Colorado and California.

And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

‭‭- Luke‬ ‭2‬:‭10-11‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Christmas Eve Services

Calvary Chapel Monrovia (corner of Myrtle and Cherry). Candlelight services at 3 and 6 p.m. Childcare for nursery ages only.

Fellowship Church (401 E. Huntington Drive) at 3, 5, and 7 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church (Myrtle and Huntington) 7 p.m.

Immaculate Conception Church (740 S. Shamrock) English 4 p.m., Spanish 7 p.m., Midnight Christmas Liturgy 11 p.m.

St. Luke Church (Foothill and California) 7:30 p.m.

These were the services I found online though I'm sure there are more that I didn't encounter.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: Children at Christmas in days gone by

Children Around Christmas tree. 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

Sensitive Frida looking for a calm, patient home

Frida is a stunning young German Shepherd mix with a world of potential. This lovely girl can be energetic, and she would love to expend her energy with a best friend.

Frida is a sensitive soul who’s still getting used to the world around her. She’s happiest in calm surroundings and would do best in a low-traffic home where she can settle in without too much hustle and bustle. Frida is a bit unsure around other dogs, so she might be best as the only pet for now.

With Frida’s sweet nature, she’ll thrive with someone who can provide gentle guidance and plenty of reassurance. Once she’s comfortable, Frida will reward you with affection, her beautiful Shepherd loyalty, and a bond that only grows deeper with time.

If you’re looking for a loving companion and are ready to offer Frida the calm, patient home she needs, she could be the perfect match for you. Come meet Frida at Pasadena Humane and see if she’s the loyal friend you’ve been looking for!

Frida and all other dogs over 40 pounds old have their adoption fees waived from December 19 – 31 during the Roses & Wet Noses adoption promotion at Pasadena Humane.

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

Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 2:00 – 5:00. For those who prefer, adoption appointments are available daily from 10:30 – 1:30 and can be scheduled online. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.

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.

Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

Monrovia cops vs. U Haul truck

Monrovia Police Department posted a video of a chase between the cops and a U-Haul truck, and added, apparently for a little bit of humor, a clip from the movie Princess Bride. The truck almost tumbled down a cliff. Suspect captured . You can see it on Facebook here.

- Brad Haugaard

38 Degrees restaurant closing

James Boyle, of 38 Degrees restaurant in Monrovia, announced in a video post on Facebook that the restaurant will be closing at the end of the year. The last day of operation will be Dec. 29.

- Brad Haugaard

New, free, electrical energy experts online for Monrovians

If you have electrical questions, the Clean Power Alliance, to which Monrovia belongs, has a new website that includes "real live energy experts who are reachable by phone, online chat, or email and ready to work with customers to design customized electrification plans." The website is here, or call (866) 982-3080.

- Brad Haugaard

How to recycle your Christmas tree

Between Dec. 26 and Jan. 11 you can recycle your Christmas tree by placing it next to the curb on your trash day. Remove ornaments, tinsel, plastic bags, nails, lights, and plastic or metal stands. The trees will be composted. Call Public Works at 932-5575 for more information.

- Brad Haugaard