Monrovia schools will be closed tomorrow and Friday, June 19 and 20 in observation of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery. The district office will be closed June 19 and reopen June 20.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia schools to close tomorrow and Friday for Juneteenth, June 19 and 20
Monrovia schools will be closed tomorrow and Friday, June 19 and 20 in observation of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery. The district office will be closed June 19 and reopen June 20.
Community Services bus trip to see Pageant of the Masters July 18
Registration is open for an evening bus trip to see the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach on July 18, sponsored by Monrovia Community Services. The pageant offers live re-creations of classic artworks such as works by Da Vinci and Van Gogh using professional actors, dancers, and musicians. Bus leaves the Community Center at 5 p.m. and returns by midnight. Open to adults 18+, with a $80 fee for residents and $90 for non-residents. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia pedestrian bridge mural featured in magazine
The new Route 66 mural on the pedestrian bridge over Huntington Drive has been noted in a New York magazine, UP Magazine, which focuses on street art. Article here. Thanks to Ryan Burch, who posted this on Facebook.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia company named top workplace
Solventum’s Monrovia office, Solventum Dental Solutions, at 2727 Peck Road, is part of a company recently named one of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report, placing it in the top 25% of healthcare/research companies in the country. The recognition highlights Solventum’s strong scores in work-life balance, stability, and belonging. The St. Paul-based company has operated independently for just over a year after being spun off by 3M. Solventum develops medical technologies and employs teams across the country.
Source: company press release
- Brad Haugaard
Spunky Lena is loyal and active, but knows when to cool it
Lena is a spunky two-year-old German Shepherd at Pasadena Humane who embodies a perfect blend of sweetness, intelligence and playfulness. From the moment you meet her, it’s clear she’s a loyal and affectionate companion who quickly forms bonds with those she trusts. While Lena may be a bit cautious at first, her natural curiosity and eagerness to please allow her to warm up to people and new experiences with time.
A true adventurer at heart, Lena enjoys exploring new places, whether sniffing around on a hike, greeting strangers with a wagging tail, or enjoying her “puppacino” at Starbucks. She’s playful yet gentle, able to fetch and tug with excitement, but also knows when to dial it down for cuddles and belly rubs (her favorite!). She's a quick learner who would thrive in a home that can offer her the attention and routine she needs – in turn, she’ll give her family endless love and companionship!
And - as part of our Pet Preparedness Week - Pasadena Humane is offering a free pet alert sticker, which helps alert rescue personnel that pets are inside the home and can be vital in case of emergency. This giveaway will be available in person at the Shelter Shop.
The 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 10:00 – 5:00. 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.
- Brad Haugaard
School to host community blood drive June 20
Duarte's California School of the Arts will co-host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the American Red Cross Arcadia. Donors receive a $15 Amazon gift card and a t-shirt. Appointments here.
Note: I don't usually do things outside of Monrovia, but hey, this was a special request from a neighbor for a good cause, so I made an exception.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: Phillip B. Adams, the only black Monrovia serviceman to die in WWII
1943, Phillip B. Adams, 23, the son of Frank and Mary Adams, 232 E. Maple Ave., was the only Monrovia serviceman of African descent to die in World War II. Ironically, his death came not from an enemy's bullet, but from tuberculosis. Adams became ill while working at an Army hospital in England and was later diagnosed with chronic, severe pulmonary tuberculosis. He was treated at that hospital, then sent to Bushnell General Hospital in Brigham, Utah where he lingered for a month and twenty-three days. He died the morning of July 12. Adams' funeral in Monrovia was attended by a throng of relatives and neighbors. He was buried at Live Oak cemetery with full military honors and the all-Black Phillip Adams Post of the American Legion was named for him by his fellow veterans. From the Dick Singer 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
Sushi restaurant planned for former Chronic Tacos location
Sushi Kyo, a new sushi restaurant, is planned for the old Chronic Tacos location on the Myrtle side of the Vons shopping center. A full menu here (scroll down a bit).
- Brad Haugaard
Two new Monrovia history books published
Richard Singer has published two new books about Monrovia: Monrovia Confidential: Larceny, Bribery, Drugs, Scandal and Murder in a great little American town! and Tales of the Gem City.: Stories, Sketches, and Vignettes - 1912-1950.
These are Singer's fourth and fifth Monrovia history books. His previous books were 1887 (about Monrovia's founding), Renaissance Years (the city's decline and its renaissance starting in 1974), and People Like You and Me (Monrovia during World War II).
Tales of the Gem City and Monrovia Confidential are available for purchase for $20 each at Charlie's House, 430 S. Myrtle Ave. in Old Town. All proceeds from the sales go to support Monrovia's historical heritage.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia city budget plans: Upgrade Old Town, citywide tree replacement, lots more ...
The City Council will consider adopting a $285 million two-year budget for 2025–27 at its next meeting (agenda here), emphasizing infrastructure funding, pension obligations, and building a reserve. The staff report says city finances are "strong and stable" and expects a surplus of $2.34 for the first year but a $2.65 million deficit in the second year, largely due to rising pension liabilities. Residents may see fee increases for city services.
Major costs are: Employees, pensions, and maintenance. Lower sales tax receipts caused by a slowdown in consumer spending aren't helping.
Major infrastructure improvement plans are: upgrading Old Town, citywide tree replacement, parks, water projects, slope stabilization on Cloverleaf (the hillside is slip-sliding away), computer systems, vehicle replacements, City Hall renovation, Community Center work, preservation of city documents, police and fire facility improvements, streets, parking lots. Details here. Scroll down to Attachment D for list of projects.
- Brad Haugaard
Fire-prone areas to expand to include thousands more properties
At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will consider adopting an updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone map (not that the council has much choice; the state is requiring it), that expands fire-prone designations, adding 1,481 properties to the Very High severity zone (red), 619 to High (orange), and 754 to Moderate (yellow). Affected properties, almost all near the mountains, face strict construction standards, brush clearing rules, and real estate disclosure requirements. Details here.
Update: Look up your own property here. (Thanks to City Manager Dylan Feik for link.)
- Brad Haugaard
Veterans Meetup at Starbucks June 24
Monthly Veterans Meetup at Starbucks at Huntington and Magnolia, June 24, 6 to 7 p.m. Veterans and service members connect over coffee; appointments can be scheduled with a VSO from VPAN. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Kids audition their stuffed animal at Library
Casting Call: Lights, Camera, Stuffie, at the Library, July 12, 4 to 6 p.m. For kids 6–12 to audition to bring a stuffed animal or toy to life in an upcoming video. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Potluck planned to celebrate summer solstice
- Brad Haugaard
Weekend reservations will be required when Monrovia Canyon Park reopens
Weekend reservations will be required to access Monrovia Canyon Park when it reopens June 27, according to City Manager Dylan Feik. No reservations required for weekdays. The reservation system, here, will be active starting June 23. Each group or family may reserve one of 150 available slots per time period: 6 to 10 a.m., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., or 2 to 6 p.m. Parking will be free for a few weeks, then $5 weekdays and $6 weekends. All current annual pass holders will start a 12-month cycle on opening day, regardless of when the pass was set to expire. For more information, contact the Community Center at 256-8246. Everyone is invited to the grand opening June 17 at 8 a.m.
- Brad Haugaard
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