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Whip-smart Monfils loves fetch and the outdoors


Monfils is a sensitive and handsome Belgian Malinois mix who is more than ready for his forever family! This whip-smart guy is three years old, and a lean 65 pounds.  

He’s been spending time in a foster home, and his foster parents have learned so much about him that will make his transition to an adoptive home very easy.  

Monfils is full of love and enjoys nothing more than snuggling up with his favorite person. He’s a big fan of fetch and absolutely loves being outdoors, making him the perfect match for someone with a yard or a peaceful space where he can roam and play.

He is housetrained and very well-behaved inside—he’s never destructive and rarely barks. He’s happiest when he’s by your side, soaking up belly rubs and showering you with affection. He knows how to sit and is generally obedient at home, but he can be a bit impatient with training.

Monfils would likely do best as the only pet in a quiet household. He’s looking for someone who will give him the love and stability he needs while understanding his quirks.

During the week of 4/28 - 5/3, all dog adoption fees are waived at Pasadena Humane! 

The normal 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


Kiwanis Cornhole Competition on May 3


Cornhole enthusiasts 21 and older are invited to compete in the Kiwanis Cornhole Competition on Saturday, May 3, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Bowden Development, 212 W. Foothill. The event includes food, beverages, a tote bag, games, and prizes. Open to all skill levels. Tickets required: here.

- Brad Haugaard 


Grand opening ceremony for new Thai restaurant April 23

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday, April 23, for the new Kin Khao Thai Eatery, now open in the shopping center at the northeast corner of Huntington and Fifth. The ceremony begins at 4 p.m. and will be followed by food samples and refreshments. Receive 30% off food when you dine-in on 4/23 from 5 to 9 p.m. Here's its menu.

- Brad Haugaard

Drunk driving program simulates crash in front of Monrovia High

School Superintendent Paula Hart Rodas reports that there will be a simulated car crash in front of Monrovia High School today. The school is hosting the CHP's "Every 15 Minutes" program to highlight the dangers of drunk and distracted driving. The two-day event includes a simulated car crash on Colorado Boulevard and educational programming for students.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: 1906 school picture at Orange Avenue School

A 1906 school picture at Orange Avenue School, now Colorado Boulevard. Click to enlarge picture. From the Steve Baker 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

Happy Easter, Monrovia!


So now it’s Easter Sunday, and picking up where we left off on Good Friday (see here), our model of the tomb where Jesus was laid on Friday is now – amazingly! – empty.

We can see Jesus’ shroud lying empty in the tomb, and the Roman soldiers who were so diligently guarding it to make sure that disciples did not steal the body, are out cold.

But where is Jesus?

That’s what we asked our children when they woke up in the morning to find this scene.

They searched around the living room until finally, There he is! up on the fireplace mantle.

He has risen!

Indeed He has.

Happy Easter, Monrovia!

- Brad Haugaard 

Introductory electric guitar lesson May 3


An introductory electric guitar lesson will be held in the Community Room at the Library on Saturday, May 3, 2 to 3 p.m. Participants will learn easy chords and simple songs; instruments provided but attendees may bring their own. Registration required, here.

- Brad Haugaard 

Game night for adults, April 25


Game Night for Adults in the Library Community Room on Friday, April 25, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Board games, puzzles, and Nintendo Switch games, or bring your own game. For adults 18 and older.

- Brad Haugaard 

Ceramic sale May 3 at Santa Fe gym


Sign up to be informed of future sales, here

- Brad Haugaard 

Easter egg hunt in Recreation park tomorrow, April 19


There will be an Easter egg hunt tomorrow, Saturday, April 19, at Recreation Park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The even includes arts and crafts, games, and age-based egg hunts. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Call 256-8246 for more information.

- Brad Haugaard

Clifton Spring Concert set for April 24


Clifton Middle School (226 S Ivy) will hold its Spring Music Concert on Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium, under the direction of Musical Director Tim Weed. The public is welcome.

- Brad Haugaard

Old homes tour coming up May 4


The 41st annual Monrovia Historic Preservation Group's Historic Homes Tour is set for Sunday, May 4, showcasing local architectural history. Tickets here

- Brad Haugaard

Firefighters pancake breakfast May 10


Monrovia Fire & Rescue will host a pancake breakfast on May 10, from 7 to 11 a.m. to celebrate Fire Service Day. The event will be held at Fire Station 101, with pancakes, a Jr. Firefighter challenge, raffles, displays, and live demonstrations. Tickets are $8, sold at the event, with proceeds supporting local charities. Call 256-8181 for details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Free firescaping workshop - reduce home vulnerability to wildfires


A free firescaping workshop to teach residents how to reduce home vulnerability to wildfires will be held at the Library Community Room on Thursday, June 12 at 6 p.m. The event, sponsored by the Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District and city, will discuss fire risks, soil moisture balance, protective landscaping practices, and planning fire-resistant yards. Register here


- Brad Haugaard

A Good Friday to all, Monrovia!


Happy Good Friday, Monrovia! Or Black Friday if you prefer.

I was looking at some old pictures and happened upon this one.

Years ago it occurred to me that there are nativity decorations for Christmas, but why aren't there more Easter decorations (nothing against Easter bunnies and eggs, but I meant something more associated with the Christian celebration).

So for our kids I made two small stacks of books and bridged them with another book to make a cave tomb and took one of my son's Lego characters and wrapped it in tissue paper to represent Jesus, and put Jesus in the tomb. For a rock to cover the opening I used a grapefruit. Lego knights represented the Roman soldiers diligently guarding the tomb.

In later years this became a paper mache tomb with a coaster for the rock covering the tomb, as you can see here.

Well, it's Black Friday (black for what Jesus endured), or Good Friday (for what he accomplished by his crucifixion), but Easter is coming!

- Brad Haugaard