Produce in the Park - share produce and other food, Dec. 6 in Library Park

Free community produce-sharing gathering, Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Library Park near the Myrtle–Lime picnic table by the Mark Twain statue. Open to all. Fresh produce, canned and boxed food, seeds. Bring items to give or come without; purpose is to prevent waste. Share what you can, take what you need.

- Brad Haugaard

'Perfect Girl' Roxy, victim of Eaton fire, looking for new home in time for holidays


Meet Roxy - a 10-year-old Siberian Husky at Pasadena Humane who is ready to spend the holidays in a loving, forever home! This sweet senior girl has been through a lot, as she first came to Pasadena Humane during the Eaton Fire for emergency boarding. When her owner sadly could no longer care for her, Roxy was surrendered into the shelter’s care. Despite everything, she remains the gentlest soul. During a recent adoption event, she was the star of the show, happily accepting treats and pets from everyone who stopped by. She is often described by staff as a “perfect girl”.

Roxy recently underwent a surgery to repair a severe knee tear that had made everyday movement painful. Thanks to an incredible outpouring of support, her surgery was a success, and she’s now healing beautifully in her foster home. She’s expected to make a full recovery and enjoy a future of pain-free walks, cuddles, and playtime. Now all she needs is her forever family.

Roxy’s adoption fee is waived through the month of November in honor of Adopt a Senior Pet Month, so if you’re looking for a gentle, grateful, holiday-ready companion, please consider adopting sweet Roxy, for free!

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

A Moment in Monrovia History: Monrovia orange groves and mountains

A color postcard from 1908 showing Monrovia orange groves, rooftops, and the mountains to the north, sent to Mrs. Loomis in Diamond Springs, Kansas. From the Kim Anderson 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

Protesters object to Trader Joe’s relationship with chicken farm


About a dozen protesters from the animal activist network, Direct Action Everywhere, showed up in front of Trader Joe’s headquarters in Monrovia today to protest the company’s relationship with Petaluma Poultry, which the protesters say mistreat its chickens.

- Brad Haugaard

People purchased 'ice scrapers' at Monrovia Home Depot to protest ICE raid

CBS LA posted video (here) of people protesting the ICE raid in the parking lot of the Monrovia Home Depot by purchasing what they called "ice scrapers" from the store, although several of those commenting on the video said they were putty knives.

- Brad Haugaard

Foothill Unity Center plans European-style holiday market and toy drop-off


Foothill Unity Center will hold a European-style holiday market toy drop-off event - drop off a toy and enjoy cider, sweets and snacks. The toy fundraiser will be held Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 790 W. Chestnut Ave.

- Brad Haugaard

LEGO Free Play for children at Library, Nov. 26


LEGO Free Play for children ages 2 to 12, Nov. 26 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Library Story Room. Participants can build and play with LEGO bricks provided by the Library. Details

- Brad Haugaard

Introductory ukelele lessons Dec. 6 at Library


Introductory ukulele lesson for teens and adults, Dec. 6 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Library Story Room. Participants will learn basic chords and songs using Library-provided instruments or their own. Registration required. Held in partnership with Monrovia Music Academy. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Wheelhouse Ceramics sale set for Dec. 6

The annual ceramic sale hosted by Wheelhouse Ceramics will take place Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Santa Fe Computer Science Magnet School gym. The event features locally made ceramic art and community support and is sponsored by the Monrovia Schools Foundation, and the Community Adult School.

- Brad Haugaard

Thanksgiving week: Trash collection delayed, no street sweeping, no parking enforcement

Waste collection will be delayed and street sweeping paused for Thanksgiving week. Residential waste collection scheduled for Nov. 27 and 28 will be pushed back one day, Thursday to Friday and Friday to Saturday. No street sweeping or parking enforcement Nov. 24–28. 

- Brad Haugaard

Kiwanis Sponsoring Christmas Concert Dec. 11

Monrovia Kiwanis Club will host its annual Citrus Singers Christmas Concert on Dec. 11 at the DoubleTree Hotel. The event begins with an 11:30 a.m. champagne social, followed by a noon luncheon and holiday performance. Tickets are $65 and available at the door or in advance through the club.

- Brad Haugaard

2025 Monrovia Christmas tree ornament now available

The 2025 Christmas ornament, "Monrovia Merriment," by Karen Drylie, is now available at City Hall or the Monrovia Store for $17. The double-sided ceramic keepsake features Library Park fountain. 

- Brad Haugaard

Coming Up in Monrovia

Low-stimulation morning for neurodivergent children Nov. 22

Hands-on creative play for kids during Thanksgiving break, Nov. 24

Children can create Thanksgiving craft at Library, Nov. 25

LEGO Free Play for children at Library, Nov. 26 +

Small Business Saturday Nov. 29

Garden Club Christmas party Dec. 2

Winter Adult Craft Night at the Library, Dec. 2

Monrovia Christmas Parade Dec. 4

Wheelhouse Ceramics sale set for Dec. 6

Introductory ukelele lessons Dec. 6 at Library

Boys & Girls Club Festival of Trees on Dec. 6

San Gabriel Valley Choral Company free caroling event Dec. 7

'Let it Snow,' an evening of winter songs, Dec. 13

- Brad Haugaard

Protest planned at Trader Joe's Headquarters

Members of the animal activist network, Direct Action Everywhere (DxE), will hold a protest at Trader Joe’s Monrovia headquarters, at 800 S. Shamrock Ave., on Nov. 24-25, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days. The demonstration is to protest the company's relationship with Petaluma Poultry, which the group accuses of cruelty to chickens. DxE is particularly objecting to the verdict in the trial (news account here) of Zoe Rosenberg, whom the group said was rescuing suffering chickens, but whom a jury found guilty. She faces anything from probation to 4-1/2 years in prison.

- Brad Haugaard

Dinner at TK Cafe Hawaiian BBQ


Dinner at TK Cafe Hawaiian BBQ, in the Vons shopping center at the corner of Foothill and Myrtle. Got the mahi-mahi plate for $14.98 and a soda for $1.98. (There are also veggies under the fish.) Nice, and they definitely do not skimp. I’ve got enough for a couple more meals.

- Brad Haugaard 
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