Library Park is dressed up properly for Memorial Day.
- Brad Haugaard
Helicopter rescue of hiker from Hillside Wilderness Preserve
Here is some video footage of the Sheriff's Department helicopter rescue of a hiker in the Hillside Wilderness Preserve, who - a ranger told me - was suffering from dehydration. According to social media posts, the helicopter took the hiker to Monrovia High School, where he or she was apparently taken to the hospital. Many thanks to Sam Kurutz for sharing this video.
- Brad Haugaard
Tabletop role playing games at Library, May 31
TableTop Adventures is in the Library Community Room on Saturday, May 31, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. For teens and adults. Play tabletop role playing games in various genres. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
Teen Activity Hour 1st Monday of each month
Teen Activity Hour in the Library Community Room on Monday, June 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For teens in grades 7-12. No registration needed.
- Brad Haugaard
Make pom-pom fish at Library June 3
Summer Adult Craft Night in the Library Story Room on Tuesday, June 3, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. For ages 16 and above. Make pom-pom fish. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
Fun art activities at Library on Thursdays starting June 5
Craft-tastic fun art activities at the Library on Thursdays beginning June 5, from noon to 2 p.m. For youth to age 11. No registration required.
- Brad Haugaard
Japanese newspaper reports on new Monrovia park
- Brad Haugaard
Free water-saving kits available
The free WaterSmart Home Kit Program from the Upper Water District offers residents kits containing faucet aerators, showerheads, and sprinkler nozzles to promote water efficiency. Designed for easy DIY installation. Request kits here.
- Brad Haugaard
Hazardous waste drop-off May 31 in Irwindale
- Brad Haugaard
Boys & Girls Club carnival set for June 1
A summer carnival and awards rally hosted by Monrovia's Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills will celebrate youth and community leaders on Sunday, June 1, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Recreation Park. The event features games, inflatables, food trucks, and more. Wristbands cost $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Adults must pre-register, here.
- Brad Haugaard
Girl Scouts to host Asian American Pacific Islander event
Monrovia Duarte Girl Scouts Troop 6371 will host an Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration with cultural crafts, food, and performances on May 31 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 320 N. Halstead Street in Pasadena. Craft stations representing Japan, India, China, and Maori culture, along with a Chinese Lion Dance. Registration here . Cost: $25 per child, $20 per adult.
- Brad Haugaard
Garden Club to honor outstanding local gardens
The Monrovia Garden Club will honor outstanding local gardens during its May 27 meeting at First Presbyterian Church. The event begins at 6 p.m. with social time, followed by a 6:30 p.m. program featuring the annual Garden Awards, city presentations, a video tour, and garden addresses. The club will also donate $500 to the Altadena Green Foundation.
- Brad Haugaard
Summer Movies in the Park July and August
The city will host "Summer Movies in the Park," a series of free, family-friendly outdoor films every Saturday at dusk. Locations are: Station Square Park (July 19), Recreation Park (July 26), Julian Fisher Park (August 2), and Library Park (August 9). Films include Moana 2, Wonka, Sonic 3, and Wicked.
- Brad Haugaard
Friday activities for teens coming this summer
Monrovia’s Summer Program & Opportunities for Teens will run every Friday from 5 to 9:30 p.m., June 6 through August 8, offering music, food, sports, and other activities for students in grades 6–12. Held at Library Park, 321 S Myrtle. Details: Community Center, 256-8246.
- Brad Haugaard
City offices to be closed Memorial Day, Trash and street sweeping delayed
Memorial Day closures and service changes: City Hall, Public Works, Library, and Police and Fire Administration offices closed Monday, May 26, for Memorial Day. Athens Services trash pickup delayed one day during that week; street sweeping canceled May 26–30 with parking restrictions relaxed. Regular schedules resume the following week.
- Brad Haugaard
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