Monrovia-based Trader Joe’s is recalling Chicken Fried Rice (SKU 33251), which “may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically glass. Affected codes are ‘Best By’ dates between 9/08/26 and 11/17/26.” Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Trader Joe’s recalls Chicken Fried Rice
Monrovia-based Trader Joe’s is recalling Chicken Fried Rice (SKU 33251), which “may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically glass. Affected codes are ‘Best By’ dates between 9/08/26 and 11/17/26.” Details.
Adult craft program at the Library, March 3
Spring Adult Craft Night meets Tuesday, Mar. 3, 6 to 7 p.m. in the Library Story Room. Monthly arts and crafts session for adults 18 and over. This month: create a 3D mountain landscape from cardboard; bring reference photos if desired. Registration required. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Game Night for adults at the Library, Feb. 27
Adult Game Night at the Library offers board games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch. Feb. 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room. Open to ages 18 and up. Participants may bring games to share and meet new players. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Gene's Grinders finds new home in Target shopping center in Duarte
Gene's Grinders sandwich shop has found a new location in the Target shopping center in Duarte. The restaurant, which was located at the corner of Myrtle and Walnut in Monrovia for 49 years, had to leave because its lease was not renewed. It has an email sign-up form on its webpage (here) to let people know when it will open.
- Brad Haugaard
Stanford researchers visit Monrovia schools to study math gains
Stanford researchers visited Monrovia Unified to study its K–8 math gains. A Stanford University team interviewed district staff to examine progress in elementary and middle school mathematics as part of a statewide study of districts showing academic growth. The researchers will identify strategies for state policy.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia High students win in local speech contest
Monrovia High students Arden Yang, Sophia Sketeris and Rodney Martinez, took first, second and third places in the annual Rotary Four-Way Test Speech Contest, themed “Unite for Good.”
- Brad Haugaard
Clifton honored as a 'School to Watch'
- Brad Haugaard
The Drowsy Chaperone, March 5, 6, 7
- Brad Haugaard
Council declares February Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month
The Monrovia City Council has proclaimed February as Cholangiocarcinoma Awareness Month and Feb. 19 as World Cholangiocarcinoma Day. Cholangiocarcinoma is a rare, deadly cancer affecting 10,000 Americans annually. The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation’s efforts to improve patient care and find a cure.
- Brad Haugaard
Historical Museum hosts talk linking 'The Bear' book to Canyon Park, Mar. 1
On Mar. 1 at 1 p.m., the Monrovia Historical Museum, in Recreation Park, will present a talk connecting Andrew Krivak’s novel, The Bear, to Monrovia’s Canyon Park. Local historian Oliver Beckwith will share stories that enrich understanding of the book and local history as part of One City One Story.
- Brad Haugaard
Volunteers needed to green Monrovia High's outdoor spaces, Apr. 13
Join Amigos de los Rios on Apr. 13 at Monrovia High School for a volunteer day to add native plants and improve outdoor areas. Work in small groups, bring friends and family, and enjoy water and snacks while contributing to local green space. Register here.
- Brad Haugaard
3rd Annual House Party at the Park Set for Mar. 15 in Library Park
There will be a family-friendly 3rd Annual House Party at the Park on Sunday, Mar. 15, 1-5 p.m. at Library Park. Celebrate local heroes with food, music, youth activities, games, a car show, and community resources. Hosted by Community Reimagined and Chris Loos. Nominate a neighbor for an M-Town Award here.
- Brad Haugaard
Community Media of the Foothills wins 'Best of Show' at 2026 WAVE Awards
Monrovia’s Community Media of the Foothills took home “Best of Show” for the Eaton Fire CARE-A-Thon and earned finalist spots for eight productions at the prestigious 2026 WAVE Awards. The contest covers public programming across six western states. Details
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Offers Free Sharps Containers Starting Feb. 23
Monrovia residents can pick up a free sharps containers beginning 12 p.m. on Mon, Feb. 23, at City Hall and the Public Works Yard. One container per household while supplies last, provided through LA County’s Clean LA program. Call Public Works at 932-5575 for more info.
- Brad Haugaard
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