Monrovia Now: News and Comment about Monrovia, California

A Moment in Monrovia History: The Monrovia Symphony

The Monrovia Symphony, Director John R. Bailey. Shows Glenn Smilk, John A. Bagley, Mrs. Bagley, Mrs. ??, Ray Rockwood, Ralph Densmor, Adrian Winkler. The performance was at the First Presbyterian Church. 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

Diseased oak removed from MHS grounds

An iconic oak tree in front of Monrovia High School has been removed due to irreversible damage from fungus and oak borer beetles. The school district reports that arborists determined the tree could not be saved and removal was necessary to protect nearby trees and ensure public safety. Salvaged wood will be used for plaques and benches and a new tree will be planted in its place.

- Brad Haugaard

Restaurant Updates: Hideout Coffee; Sena; Paris Baguette

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia Development Review Committee will consider ...

~ Allowing Hideout Coffee to use the side door on Lime across from Library Park to sell coffee. City staff recommends the use be allowed. Details.

~ Allow Sena on Myrtle to have live, indoor entertainment of a live DJ or small band with one to three performers. Staff recommends approval. Details.

~ Allow Paris Baguette to have outdoor seating, with two tables along Myrtle and three in the alley alongside the bakery. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

A crowd greets youth influencers at Monrovia’s Boba Box

Online youth influencers Jalin Siu, R.J. Siu, Cory Siu and Kina Siu are mixing the drinks at Monrovia's Boba Box this afternoon, at the corner of Foothill and Myrtle.

- Brad Haugaard

Supervisors renew $75,000 reward for information on killer of 4-year-old Monrovia boy

The LA County Board of Supervisors has renewed the reward of $75,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person who shot and killed 4-year-old Monrovia boy, Salvador Esparza in 2016 in Altadena. If you have information, contact LA County Sheriff's Department at (323) 890-5500, the LA Regional Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-222-8477 or at lacrimestoppers.org. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Summer crafts for children at Library, August 7

Craft-tastic creative craft session, Thursdays from noon to 2 p.m. in the Library Youth Services Area. For children to age 11. Adult participation required. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Legacy Project adds 2,500 new historic records

The Monrovia Historical Society's Legacy Project has added 2,500 new records to its free, online collection this summer. See it here.

- Brad Haugaard

Youth job opportunities - $17.87 per hour

Youth can register here. Employers can host interns as no cost to themselves; costs are paid by America’s Job Center of California. Interested employers can contact Lorena Xochimitl at (213) 891-5186 or lxochimitl@servicelocator.com for more information.

- Brad Haugaard

Mental health and wellness presentation at Library August 14

Care Solace will present information on mental health and wellness at a community meeting in the Library Community Room on August 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sponsored by Monrovia Area Partnership. Dinner provided.

- Brad Haugaard

Meet the police at National Night Out, August 5

Meet the police at National Night Out, Tuesday, August 5, 6-8 p.m. at Library Park. Food, activities, and the Police Department will present its public safety strategies.

- Brad Haugaard