Children ages 2-5 can join Storytime at the Library on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 10 to 11 a.m. The program includes active stories and songs, followed by a sensory activity or craft; siblings are welcome. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Storytime at the Library, Nov. 4
Children ages 2-5 can join Storytime at the Library on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 10 to 11 a.m. The program includes active stories and songs, followed by a sensory activity or craft; siblings are welcome. Details.
Sensory-friendly morning at the Library, Oct. 24
A sensory-friendly morning for neurodivergent children ages 2-11 will take place at the Library on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 to 11 a.m. Children can check out books and use sensory toys in the Story Room and art supplies; registration is open here.
- Brad Haugaard
Teen game hangout at the Library, Oct. 16
Teens in grades 7-12 can drop in at the Library on Friday, Oct. 16, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. to play Nintendo Switch games, including Mario Kart and Smash Ultimate, Beyblades and board games; snacks also are available. No registration is needed. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Halloween farmers market and fair, Oct. 18
Immaculate Conception STEM Academy will hold a Halloween farmers market and fair Sunday, Oct. 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 726 S. Shamrock Ave. Enter on the Royal Oaks side. The market will feature fresh produce, food, baked goods, home décor, jewelry, clothing and art. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Free Wildlife Day at Pasadena Humane, Oct. 17
A scene from last year's Wildlife Day. Photo courtesy of Pasadena Humane.
Pasadena Humane will hold its fourth annual Wildlife Day on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena. The free, family-friendly event includes wildlife expert talks, ambassador animals, children's crafts, junior birding activities, DIY binoculars, conservation groups, and a marketplace with nature-inspired art, native plants and handmade gifts.
Talks cover wildlife rehabilitation at 11:15 a.m.; keeping pets and wildlife safe on walks at 11:40 a.m.; living with bears at 12:15 p.m.; Amazon parrot roosts at 1:15 p.m.; and environmental justice in community science and conservation at 2:15 p.m. Details and RSVP.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: The First National Bank on East Orange Avenue, 1909
This 1909 postcard shows the First National Bank, built that year on East Orange Avenue (now Colorado) and later known as Security Bank. Nearby were shoe shops, a blacksmith shop and a rooming house. From the Myron Hotchkiss 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
Sweet Miss Honey is a lap dog in training
Miss Honey is a professional cuddler in the making! This 2-year-old pittie at Pasadena Humane likes to take her time checking out the world, pausing to observe the action before deciding it’s time for more of her favorite thing: pets. Once she warms up, she’ll lean right into you, paw gently for attention, and even try to climb into your lap for extra snuggles.
She may need a little encouragement when trying new things, but her sweet, people-loving nature is impossible to miss. Miss Honey’s idea of a perfect day? A leisurely stroll, a cozy spot beside her favorite person, and absolutely no shortage of affection. If that also sounds like your perfect day, come meet Miss Honey!
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
Watercolor workshop set for Oct. 28
The Monrovia Association of Fine Arts will offer a watercolor workshop with instructor Pete Morris Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Monrovia Community Center, 119 W. Palm. Participants will explore wet-into-wet and damp-into-wet techniques. Registration is required by Oct. 26. Details and registration.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia bridal shop offers free gown after racist proposal interruption
Monrovia bridal shop Saint Clark Bridal Suite has offered Hayley Lugo a free wedding dress after video of a woman shouting racist comments during Lugo’s Oct. 2 wedding proposal in Laguna Beach went viral. Owner Lisa Clark said she wanted Lugo to know there is still kindness in the world. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Three Monrovia High students selected for county student advisory council
Monrovia High School students Brandon Chou, Hillary Leng and Aris He have been selected for the Los Angeles County Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council for 2026–27. Chou is in 11th grade; Leng and He are in 12th grade. They will share student perspectives on educational issues and connect with students from across the county.
- Brad Haugaard
Canyon Early Learning Center celebrates Hispanic heritage with folklórico dance
Canyon Early Learning Center students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a performance of traditional Mexican folklórico dances. The visiting dance group introduced students to Mexico’s music, colorful costumes and cultural traditions.
- Brad Haugaard
Fire Station 101 open house Saturday
Monrovia Fire & Rescue will hold a Fire Prevention Week open house at Fire Station 101, 141 E. Lemon Ave., on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be games, fire demonstrations, station tours and fire safety tips built around this year's theme, "Charge Into Fire Safety," which focuses on charging batteries safely.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia merchandise sales support Blondie's cubs
Monrovia's city store is selling a $25 Blondie's Bearcubs T-shirt and a $10 plush Monrovia Bear Keychain, with all proceeds supporting the cubs' rehabilitation. The shirt depicts a mother bear and two cubs against the foothills. Both items are available while supplies last. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Free fire-resilient gardening workshops, Oct. 17 and Nov. 5
- Brad Haugaard
Native plant sale and 200-tree giveaway, Nov. 14
The California Native Plant Society's San Gabriel Mountains Chapter will hold a native plant sale Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Monrovia Historical Museum, 742 E. Lemon Ave. Native seeds, art, T-shirts and a native flower guide will be available, along with gardening advice. The city will give away 200 native trees to attendees while supplies last. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
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