On Friday, Oct. 30, Monrovia will host the LA County Mobile Vote Center at the Friday Night Street Fair. Source.
- Brad Haugaard
Dungeons and Dragons at the Library, Oct. 20
Adults 16 and older can learn the classic tabletop role-playing game at the Library on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; seats are limited to five. Registration required, here.
- Brad Haugaard
November Adult Craft at the Library, Nov. 3
Adults 18 and older can make yarn tassels for a bag, package or rearview mirror at the Library on Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 6 to 7 p.m. Registration is required and remains open. Register.
- Brad Haugaard
Yarn and Sewing Hangout at the Library, Oct. 13
Bring embroidery, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, mending or another portable craft to the Library on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 6 to 7 p.m., and work alongside fellow crafters. A few sewing machines and help using them will be available; bring your own tools and supplies, as materials are limited. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Gentle Mika is a low-key senior German Shepherd who knows a good treat
Mika is a 12-year-old German Shepherd who is delightfully low-key and has an extra-special sense for a good treat! This senior girl is happiest taking a slow, sniff-filled stroll, getting brushed, or simply hanging out with her people. She’s incredibly gentle, too—taking treats carefully from your hand, walking beautifully on leash, and, according to her foster, never barking. She’s also perfectly content around other dogs and has the kind of calm, unassuming presence that makes her very easy to love.
If your idea of the perfect companion is a calm, sweet soul who’s happy to take life at an easy pace, Mika may just be your girl. Meet her today at Pasadena Humane. 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 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 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: Sgt. Richard Taylor, the Monrovia cameraman who filmed D-Day
Sgt. Richard Taylor, son of Mrs. John Mills of 332 E. Palm Avenue, was an Army Signal Corps cameraman who waded ashore onto Omaha Beach on D-Day, 1944. Wounded but still filming, he shot hundreds of feet of film that became a newsreel, which Americans, including those at Monrovia's Lyric Theatre, watched a week later. 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
Street Rods Forever Car Show, Oct. 17 on Myrtle
Street Rods Forever Car Show returns for its 35th year from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, on Myrtle in Old Town. The free, family-friendly event - finale of the Route 66 centennial celebration - will feature up to 250 street rods, custom and muscle cars, vintage classics, trophies, vendors, and music by Jukebox Memories.
- Brad Haugaard
Make a Difference Day volunteers sought for Oct. 24
The Volunteer Center of San Gabriel Valley is seeking volunteers for Monrovia’s Make a Difference Day Saturday, Oct. 24, from 8 a.m. to noon at Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Ave. Projects will improve homes and green spaces, beautify the city and help feed the community. Check-in is from 7 to 8 a.m.; lunch, snacks and event T-shirts will be provided. Sign up and see details here.
- Brad Haugaard
Halloween Spooktacular and Trick-or-Treat Bash, Oct. 31
These streets will be closed from 1 to 7 p.m.: Myrtle from Palm to Walnut; the 100 block of West Palm; and the 100 block of West Lime. Mid-block parking lot on Lime will remain open for merchants and patrons.
- Brad Haugaard
Community Prayer Breakfast set for Nov. 20
60th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast, Friday, Nov. 20, 8 to 10 a.m., Doubletree by Hilton Monrovia. The speaker is Rev. Dr. Karen Ann Tremper, professor at Fuller Theological Seminary and Portland Seminary with focus on leadership and global perspectives. Registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
Painted Promises art fundraiser, Oct. 23–25
Community Reimagined will present Painted Promises 2026, a three-day art fundraiser, Oct. 23–25 at 306 S. Myrtle Ave. (Southeast corner of Myrtle and Palm.) Proceeds support The Creative Compound, a free monthly gathering for local artists. Opening night is Friday, Oct. 23, for guests 21 and older. Tickets here. Each session includes food and drink. Saturday: adult classes, street art talks and open gallery hours. Sunday: youth classes and a final viewing. Original for sale.
- Brad Haugaard
Extreme Heat Warning for Monrovia, Oct. 2–8
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Monrovia from Friday, Oct. 2, through Thursday, Oct. 8.
The Monrovia Community Center is open Friday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. as a cooling location. The Monrovia Public Library is open Friday and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. The Community Center has a limited number of fans available through its Fan Loan Program. To request one, call 256-8246.
The city advises residents to drink water, don’t leave children or pets in parked cars, check on vulnerable neighbors, and call 911 for signs of heat stroke. More heat safety tips are at ready.lacounty.gov/heat.
- Brad Haugaard
Council to consider state measures on housing, increasing approval threshold for local tax measures
~ Taking positions on two statewide propositions:
Staff recommends supporting Proposition 1, which would authorize $11.25 billion in bonds for affordable housing construction and preservation, veterans’ home loans, supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness, and home-buyer assistance.
Staff recommends taking no position on Proposition 43, which would raise the approval threshold for citizen-initiated local special taxes from a simple majority to two-thirds and prohibit local property taxes beyond those constitutionally authorized.
~ Proclaiming October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Oct. 18–24 United Against Hate Week, October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Oct. 24 as Make a Difference Day.
- Brad Haugaard
Coming Up in Monrovia
Hand in Paw Rescue fundraiser yard sale, Oct. 1-4
Clifton Music Boosters plans Oct. 2 blood drive
Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital to hold fundraiser, Oct. 3
Historic Walking Tour of old Monrovia Oct. 3
Centre Stage fundraising gala, Oct. 3
Clothing Swap at the Library, Oct. 3
Spooky TableTop Adventures at the Library, Oct. 3
Compost and Mulch Giveaway, Oct. 3
Learn about composting with worms, Oct. 3
Meet & Greet ride with Monrovia Mountain Bike Racing Team, Oct. 3
Pokémon Craft-tastic! at the Library, Oct. 3
Pasadena Humane offers free large dog adoptions through Oct. 4
Mushroom photography exhibit opens at Canyon Park, Oct. 4
Teen Activity Hour at the Library, Oct. 5
Baby Storytime at the Library, Oct. 6
Big band dance social coming to Old Town Oct. 9, 30
Old Town Fall Festival will be held Saturday, Oct. 10
Fire Prevention Week Open House, Oct. 10
City Council, school board candidate forums, Oct. 12
Pumpkin carving for veterans at Library, Oct. 13
Free movie: 'Monrovia's Route 66', at Community Center Oct. 16
Veggie gardening workshop Oct. 17 at Community Garden South
Creation Connections concert at Maryknoll, Oct. 18
Chipotle Monrovia Fundraiser to Benefit Survivor Justice Center Oct. 21
Free bulky-item drop-off Oct. 24 at Station Square
Live Oak Cemetery tour, Oct. 24
Taste of Old Town Returns Oct. 25
Jewish Book Festival: Oct. 25 through Dec. 6
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at La Adelita
Dinner at La Adelita, on the south side of Colorado about a half block east of Myrtle. Got the Tostada Compuesta with carnitas (no, it’s not a salad) for $13.95 and a soda for $3.95. Very nice. - Brad Haugaard
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