Dinner at Blaze Pizza, in the Vons shopping center at Myrtle and Foothill. Got the Hot Link Signature Pizza for $12.99 and a beer for $6.99. Very good. Very fast.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Blaze Pizza
Dinner at Blaze Pizza, in the Vons shopping center at Myrtle and Foothill. Got the Hot Link Signature Pizza for $12.99 and a beer for $6.99. Very good. Very fast.
Affectionate Kilo Would Be a Great Ride-Along Companion
Five-year-old Kilo is such a good boy- and he knows it! He’s sweet and affectionate with a very calm demeanor.
Kilo has become a favorite of the volunteers at Pasadena Humane who have taken him out on several field trips. He walks well on leash, enjoys car rides, and always has a fun day out on his adventures. He’s quite fond of hiking, but really any excursion for him is a blast!
He has been known to sit calmly in the backseat of the car, his nose sticking out the window, serenely watching the trip unfold. He’ll then lay down for a nice nap at your feet. If you’re looking for a ride-along pal, Kilo would love to be it!
Kilo is eligible for the Seniors for Seniors program, so his adoption fee is waived for any adopter over 60.
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
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. View photos of adoptable pets and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Limited same-day appointments are available during weekend Visiting Hours. Check website for times. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
'Being Water Wise Is' Art Contest Now Open
The Monrovia-based Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District 2024 art contest - "Being Water Wise Is..." - is now open! Students from K-12th grade can submit their artwork for consideration. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: M & M Economy Meats
M. & M. Economy Meats. Sorry, don't have much detail about this one, but estimating from the prices I'd guesstimate it is from the 1950s.) 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
Current Local Job Opportunities - January
There is also a group called Monrovia Works. Search for it on Facebook and ask to join it.
- Brad Haugaard
Community Center Design Work Could Cost More than $2 Million; New Park Name
~ Recommending that the City Council hire Perkins Eastman Architects for up to $2,065,800 to do plans, specifications, and construction estimates for redoing the Monrovia Community Center. Details.
~ Recommending that the City Council name the new park just south of the new Chick-Fil-A as Satoru Tsuneishi Park. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Cube-Kids Club at the Library Tuesday, 4-5 p.m.
Cube-Kids Club for 6-11-year-olds at the library Tuesday, Jan. 9, 4 to 5 p.m. Afterschool activity designed to enhance memory, patience, and problem-solving skills while fostering concentration. Students delve into the world of Rubik's cubes and other strategy games as they gather with like-minded peers to make friends, exchange tips, and share tricks. For information call 256-8274 or email asimpson@ci.monrovia.ca.us
- Brad Haugaard
Baby Storytime at Library Tomorrow
Baby Storytime, for children five or younger. Tuesday from 10-10:30 p.m. at the library Story Room. Focusing on pre-literacy skills, songs, games, and motion in addition to books. For more information call 256-8274 or email jtuszynski@ci.monrovia.ca.us.
- Brad Haugaard
Local Historian To Share Rare WWII Scrapbook
Professor Susie Ling, in collaboration with John Parker, will present “Adventures of Julius Parker in WWII” on Feb. 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Monrovia Public Library. The Black History Month event, sponsored by the Monrovia Historical Society, is free to the public. Refreshments will be served, and reservations are not required.
Ling wrote, “Last summer, John Parker showed me his treasure: his father's WWII scrapbook. My jaw dropped to the ground as it is amazing! John allowed me to take photos of each page (before he put it back into his locked safe)! I've done some background homework to better understand the complexities of African American soldiers in WW2.”
John Parker is third generation Monrovian (a star athlete and artist). At 18, his father Julius loved the tenor sax, and the Army assigned him into a unique racially integrated unit. Special Services Companies provided "entertainment for the soldier by the soldier." During the War, jazz was viewed as "American" and a morale booster. Julius' adventures shaped this man from the greatest generation.
For questions contact the Monrovia Historical Society at monroviahistoricalsociety1896@gmail.com or 675-8323.
Source: Monrovia Historical Society press release
- Brad Haugaard
City, Foundation Celebrate New Shade Sails at Playground
At a ceremony today, the Monrovia Parks, Wilderness, and Recreation Foundation presented a check for $75,000 to the city of Monrovia to pay a big part of the $250,000 (the city paid the remainder) for the new shade sails at the playground at Library Park.
- Brad Haugaard
New Park Name Probably 'Satoru Tsuneishi Park'; Green Power Electricity; Homeless Count; Recycle Christmas Trees; Co-ed Basketball; Etc.
Tsuneishi is on the far left, second row down.
In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports:
~ The planned park behind the new Chik-fil-A and Starbucks on Huntington will probably be called Satoru Tsuneishi Park, after the first Asian American to graduate from Monrovia Arcadia Duarte High School. Tsuneishi ran a fruit stand and farmed strawberries, and four of his sons served in World War II while the rest of his family went to internment camps. In the 1980s he participated in the Monrovia Days Parade as the oldest living graduate from MAD High School. The city received 19 park name recommendations.
~ Starting in March, homes and businesses will transition to Clean Power Alliance service and will automatically receive clean electricity. Go here for more information (including how to opt out).
~ If you want to volunteer for the annual homeless count, register here. Registration is encouraged, but you can just show up at the Monrovia Community Center on the night of the count. The count is coordinated by the LA Homeless Services Authority and will be held Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 8 p.m. to midnight. The data is used to design better programs and services for the homeless.
~ To recycle your Christmas tree, remove ornaments, tinsel, plastic bags, nails, lights, and plastic or metal stand and put it curbside on trash collection day. Trees will be collected through Jan. 13 and will be composted.
~ Winter Co-ed Basketball After School Youth Sports for Monrovia fourth and fifth graders. Program runs from Jan. 10 to March 29. Details here.
~ New hours for the E-Waste Recycling at Monrovia Public Works Yard - 600 S. Mountain Ave. Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. For disposing of non-functioning electronic devices such as batteries, phones, computers, copiers, light bulbs, microwaves, televisions, etc.
~ See if your house qualifies for the state's Earthquake Brace and Bolt retrofit program to bolt older homes to their foundations. Details about the program, and signing up, here.
~ Garden plots are available at Monrovia's Community Garden. Details here. There will be an open house on Saturday, Jan. 20. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 777 E Greystone.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: They Steal Ring Off Her Finger; She Drove Around With Him On Car Roof; Shoplifter Returns for More; Robber Slashes Store Employee With Box Cutter; Intoxicated Drivers; Etc.
Drug Arrest / Warrant Arrest – Suspects Arrested
December 21 at 12:20 a.m., a resident in the area of Central and Alta Vista reported suspicious subject looking into vehicles. Officers arrived and located the subjects. A computer search revealed that both subjects had warrants for their arrest and both were found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. Both subjects were arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspects Arrested
December 21 at 4:28 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 700 block of E. Huntington when he saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. The officer conducted a traffic stop and contacted the subject. A computer search revealed the subject had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Vehicle Burglary
December 21 at 8:18 a.m., a resident in the 700 block of Wildrose called to report his vehicle’s window smashed and items missing. This investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
December 21 at 8:52 a.m., a victim in the 500 block of Linwood called to report that the lock to his storage unit in his property had been broken into and items were taken. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence
December 21 at 8:17 p.m. a domestic violence incident was reported in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. The caller reported a female and male subject arguing, while the female subject was driving around a parking lot with the male subject on top of the vehicle. Officers arrived and located the male victim who stated the girlfriend battered him. This investigation is continuing.
Mental Evaluation
December 21 at 8:31 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of S. Myrtle reported officer responded a female subject punching themselves in the face. Officers arrived and located the female subject and determined she was a danger to herself. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.
Robbery
December 22 at 12:02 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of E. Lime was talking to a male and female subject when they slipped a ring off her finger and fled. This investigation is continuing.
Mail Tampering
December 22 at 12:08 p.m., a witness in the 100 block of E. Evergreen reported a suspicious female subject. The female subject was seen walking towards mailboxes with a large bag. Officers arrived and located the female subject. This investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Incident
December 22 at 12:53 p.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the 400 block of W. Duarte between an electric scooter and a vehicle. The electric scooter rider suffered injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Grand Theft Auto
December 22 at 4:32 p.m., an employee from a business in the 1300 block of S. Mountain called to report a customer’s vehicle was stolen from the service area. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 23 at 2:17 a.m., while patrolling the area of Huntington and Ivy officers observed a vehicle commit a traffic violation. Officers conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver who displayed symptoms on being under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Robbery – Suspect Arrested
December 25 at 12:55 a.m., a victim the 1200 block of S. Alta Vista called to report that a subject had just stolen something from his vehicle and then brandished a knife when confronted. Officers arrived and located the suspect a short distance away. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 25 at 10:15 a.m., a caller in the area of Foothill and Ivy called to report that he was being followed by a subject. Officers located the subject and conducted a traffic stop. The driver displayed symptoms of being under the influence. A DUI investigation determined the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Domestic Violence
December 26 at 5:31 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of E. Lemon regarding a domestic violence report. The reporting party advised she had an argument with her estranged husband and he punched her in the face. The husband fled the scene prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 26 at 10:30 a.m., officers were patrolling the 600 block of W. Huntington when they saw a vehicle in violation of a vehicle code. The officers conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver who displayed sings of being under the influence. A DUI investigation determined the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 26 at 10:09 p.m., while patrolling the 200 block of S. Myrtle officers observed a vehicle in violation of a traffic code. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 27 at 10:27 a.m., officers were patrolling the area of Mountain and Duarte when they observed a vehicle in violation of a vehicle code. The officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver who displayed sings of being under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Possession of Stolen Property – Suspect Arrested
December 27 at 1:34 p.m., a caller in a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain called to report that a suspect stole items and fled. Officers arrived and located the suspect. An investigation determined that the suspect was in possession of stolen property. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Robbery
December 27 at 5:30 p.m., a robbery was reported in a business in the 300 block of W. Huntington. The suspect entered the business grabbed items and while exiting shoved an employee. No injuries were reported. This investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
December 27 at 6:37 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of E. Chestnut called to report that her home had been burglarized. The unknown suspect(s) made entry through a bathroom window. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
December 28 at 10:29 a.m., a caller in the 400 block of Violet said that her vehicle was stolen and it pinged in Monrovia. She reported that she was standing next to it while was parked on the street. Officers arrived and recovered the vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
December 28 at 5:50 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Myrtle and Foothill. Officers arrived, located the vehicle and conducted a felony traffic stop. The driver was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
December 28 at 6:08 p.m., a male subject walked into the MPD lobby to surrender himself. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
December 28 at 10:21 p.m., an officer observed a bicyclist commit a traffic violation and initiated a traffic stop. A computer search revealed the bicyclist had several bench warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft – Suspect Arrested
December 29 at 1:30 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report that a male subject was concealing fragrances. Officers arrived and the subject was detained as he was exiting the business. The subject was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.
Theft
December 29 at 3:57 p.m., the caller was shopping in the 700 block of E. Huntington, someone reached into her purse and took her cell phone. She didn't realize it until she was getting ready to leave. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
December 29 at 6:37 p.m., an employee from a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill called to report a possible a shoplifting in progress. The possible suspect left the store, then returned several hours later to complete the theft. Officers arrived and located the suspect outside the store. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
December 29 at 9:50 p.m., an officer was patrolling a parking lot in the 1600 block of S. Mountain when he was flagged down by a business employee regarding a possible shoplifter inside the store. While the officer was speaking to the employee, the suspect exited and was immediately detained while in possession of stolen property. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Battery / Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
December 30 at 5:35 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2000 block of S. Peck regarding a male subject trying to force his way into his mother’s home. Officers arrived and located the subject who was found to be in possession of an illegal baton. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
December 30 at 11:58 a.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Mountain and Central. Officers arrived, located the vehicle with the driver inside, and conducted a traffic stop. A felony traffic stop was conducted and the driver was taken into custody. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense / Destruction of Evidence – Suspect Arrested
December 30 at 11:47 p.m., officers patrolling the area of Primrose and Lime observed a bicyclist traveling in the wrong lane and without any visible lights. They conducted a traffic stop and identified the bicyclist as a known parolee. During a search of his person they located drug paraphernalia. The parolee grabbed the paraphernalia and destroyed it before it could be secured. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Battery
December 31 at 3:07 a.m., a disturbance was reported in the 600 block of E. Colorado. Officers arrived and determined a family gathering was taking place where one of the members became intoxicated and was involved in a physical altercation. All parties were uncooperative. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
December 31 at 10:13 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of W. Hillcrest reported their vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
December 31 at 10:18 p.m., a witness in the 1500 block reported a disturbance. Officers arrived and determined that a heavily intoxicated male subject caused visible injuries to his girlfriend. The male subject was arrested, but was too intoxicated for booking and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 1 at 2:25 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 400 block of W. Colorado when he saw a male subject laying on the ground. He checked on the welfare of the subject and determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself. The suspect was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering.
Violently Resisting Officers – Suspect Arrested
January 1 at 2:46 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Lemon and Primrose when he saw an intoxicated female subject that was trying to get into a vehicle. The officer detained the subject and determined that she was too intoxicated to care for herself. When the officers arrested the suspect, she punched and kicked officers, causing an injury to one of the officers. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
January 1 at 6:20 a.m., a victim in the 1800 block of 6th reported that her ex-boyfriend was causing a disturbance. The subject was gone prior to officers’ arrival. An investigation revealed the ex-boyfriend shoved the victim during an argument. When the victim's juvenile son tried to intervene, the suspect strangled him and left red marks on his neck. Officers located the subject, arrested him, and took him into custody.
Robbery
January 1 at 9:53 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 400 block of W. Huntington regarding a late report of a robbery. The robbery had occurred approximately an hour prior. Employees stated that a female subject entered the store and concealed multiple items. When an employee confronted her she slashed at the employee with a box cutter, cutting one of his fingers. The employee pushed the female away and she fled. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
January 2 at 8:06 a.m., a caller in the 800 block of Encino reported his vehicle's tires were slashed during the night. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
January 2 at 2:37 p.m., a caller in the 500 block of E. Colorado reported she had been scammed into purchasing a vehicle loan by a fake company. This investigation is continuing.
Stolen License Plate
January 2 at 4:08 p.m., a caller in the 2600 block of S. Myrtle reported his license plate had been stolen from his vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Non-Injury Traffic Collision
January 2 at 5:18 p.m., a non-injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Shamrock and Colorado. One of the vehicle’s failed to yield to traffic as they entered the roadway and caused a collision. The driver at fault was cited.
Residential Burglary
January 3 at 2:42 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of N. Mayflower called to report that someone had broken into her home, stole items, and vandalized her home. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence
January 3 at 10:03 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of W. Pomona called to report that her ex-boyfriend came to her residence and during an argument physically assaulted her. This investigation is continuing.
Petty Theft
January 3 at 11:22 a.m., a petty theft was reported in the 900 block of S. 5th. The victim reported returning to her hotel room and discovering her wallet had been stolen. It is unknown how the suspect accessed the inside of the room. This investigation is continuing.
Stalking
January 3 at 11:27 a.m., a victim in the 100 block of N. Mayflower reported her ex- boyfriend broke into her residence while she was sleeping, started an argument with her, and slapped her. An Emergency Protective Order was granted. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
January 3 at 11:49 a.m., a business in the 400 block of W. Foothill reported finding a credit card "skimming" device attached to their credit card payment terminal. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
January 3 at 2:18 p.m., a victim in the 200 block of E. Pomona reported that her information number was used to open a credit card. This investigation is continuing.
Theft / Warrants / Drug Offense – Suspects Arrested
January 3 at 6:07 p.m., a retail store in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report two subjects inside the store were concealing items on their persons and attempting to leave. Officers arrived and detained one of the subjects outside of the store and another one inside of the store. A records check of both subjects revealed they had warrants for their
Dinner at London Gastropub
Dinner at London Gastropub, on the west side of Myrtle south of Lime. Got the Signature Fish and Chips for $19 and a beer at the happy hour price of $5. Very good and filling. Lots of fish.
- Brad Haugaard
Rusty and His Octopus - Full of Playful Energy
If you’re looking for a fun companion to ring in the New Year, look no further than Rusty! This adorable guy is ready for everything from a long hike to a quiet snuggle on the couch watching the ball drop.
Rusty is about four years old and has a lot of exuberant, playful energy. He loves playing in the yard with his favorite squeaky toy, a purple octopus. He happily chases it around with it in his mouth- showing off that he’s retrieved it. He seems to forget the part about throwing it so he can chase it again.
When he gets in the right mood, he rolls over onto his back and will hold the toy in his front paws to get a back scratch while still playing. He’s quite resourceful!
We suspect that Rusty is already housetrained, and has also been working on training cues like “sit”, “down”, “touch” and “shake”. Rusty is ready to learn more with you today!
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
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. View photos of adoptable pets and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. Limited same-day appointments are available during weekend Visiting Hours. Check website for
times. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
Two Monrovia High Students Win Four-Year Full College Scholarships
Harry Leng (left) and Guadalupe Hilario (right).
Monrovia High School seniors, Guadalupe Hilario and Harry Leng, have been awarded Match Scholarships from QuestBridge, the first time two students from the school have won in the same year. The scholarships provide full four-year coverage valued at over $200,000, including tuition, housing, food, books, and travel expenses, eliminating financial barriers for the students' higher education.
QuestBridge matches historically low-income, high-achieving students with the nation's top colleges.
"It's a lot of weight that's taken off my shoulders," Hilario said. "College tuition these days is so expensive. So I always wondered, how will my parents ever be able to pay that? But now I know that they don't have to worry about that. So that's such a relief."
"I have so many great teachers who have taught me to study, work hard, and pursue my dream despite whatever situation I'm in," Leng said. "The faculty here, especially my counselors, like Miss Ghezzi and Miss Hernandez, are amazing counselors who helped me, guiding me in that college journey."
Hilario will attend Washington University in St. Louis, while Leng will head to Duke University.
- Brad Haugaard
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