Got Ice Cream at Moo Moo Mia


Stopped by Moo Moo Mia, an ice cream shop on the west side of Myrtle just across from the theater. Got a Peanut Butter Oreo scoop for $5.25 in a waffle bowl for an extra $1.15. Yummy!

- Brad Haugaard

Children's Star Wars-Themed Art At Library Saturday, May 4


Craft-tastic Star Wars-themed art event at the Library on May 4, from noon to 2 p.m. For children aged 6-11. No registration required. Children can make and take home a craft celebrating "May the Fourth." For more information email atolmasoff@ci.monrovia.ca.us or call 256-8274.

- Brad Haugaard

Current Local Job Opportunities - May

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Monrovia School District 

City of Monrovia 

Private 

There is also a group called Monrovia Works. Search for it on Facebook and ask to join it.

- Brad Haugaard


Prayer at Fellowship Church on National Day of Prayer

Monrovia’s Fellowship Church will be open for corporate prayer from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. this Thursday, May 2, for the National Day of Prayer. The church, at 401 E. Huntington, will be praying for the world, our country, community, and the church. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Goofy Rhino Just Wants to Be Your Friend


Gentle and affectionate Rhino just wants to be your best friend! This handsome and goofy boy is just over a year old and very entertaining. He seems to have a wide-eyed wonderment of the world- every day brings something new and exciting!

Rhino is surprisingly mellow for a dog his age- he walks well on leash and just leans into you for as many pets as you can give him. He also responds very well to training and understands when it’s time to calm down.  

Rhino was recently out with the mobile outreach team and he had a great day out- meeting tons of new people, soaking up attention from kids and getting belly rubs. He’s also been on a couple field trips with the Pasadena Humane volunteers. He’s an avid hiker and is up for any adventure.

Come meet your new BFF, Rhino, today!

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 2:00 – 5:00. For those who prefer, adoption appointments are available daily from 10:30 – 1:30, and can be scheduled online. 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 

Veterans Thank You Dinner Wednesday, May 1

Registration here

- Brad Haugaard

Family Feud Night at the Library Friday, May 3


Family Feud Night at the Library on Friday, May 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Open to teens and adults aged 13 and up. Register here. For more information email cescobedo@ci.monrovia.ca.us or call 256-8265.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: Harry Fork and His Cows

Harry E. Fork's dairy on California Ave. in about 1896. Fork later had a bakery on Myrtle Ave. "Harry E. Fork is proprietor of the Monrovia Dairy, and we herewith show a few of his cows. His neat cottage home and dairy are situated on California Avenue, and a visit to his stables will convince anyone that the stock receives the very best of care. The cows are all high grade, testing from 100 to 120. He will keep nothing but the very best of stock obtainable, and consequently his customers are sure of getting good milk and cream." Monrovia Messenger Souvenir Edition 1897. 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

Unity Center Fundraiser at The Derby

RSVP here

- Brad Haugaard 

Monrovia Historical Museum Yard Sale


The Monrovia Historical Museum (742 E Lemon) will hold a yard sale on Sunday, May 5. Items may be museum duplicates or things that are not Monrovia-related. Museum hours that day will be from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

- Brad Haugaard 

MOHPG Presents $1000 Check to Bradoaks School Following January Fire


The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group presented a check for $1,000 to Principal Clavin McKendrick of Bradoaks Elementary School to help with the loss of teaching materials from the January 31 fire.

- Brad Haugaard

40th Annual Historic Home Tour


The 40th Annual Historic Home Tour will be held Sunday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets for $25 by May 3 at mohpg.org or $30 on the tour day. The tour features three museums and four craftsman bungalows on Wildrose Ave, along with vendors, vintage cars, music, and free homemade cookies and popcorn.

- Brad Haugaard 

Fundraiser to Support Monrovia Days Festival


Monrovia is hosting a community fundraiser to support the Monrovia Days Community Festival, ensuring a premier and affordable celebration. To donate or for more information, visit the site here or contact the Community Services department at 256-8232.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Days Coming Up May 16-19


Monrovia will celebrate its 138th anniversary with the Monrovia Days Parade on Myrtle Ave on May 16 at 7 p.m., highlighting Scholars and Champions. Then, on May 17-19, there will be a variety of events at Library Park, including a book sale, carnival rides, live shows, and a pie eating contest.
For a full list of events and times, please visit the Monrovia Day's website. To buy carnival wristbands, visit the event website. If you're interested in participating in the parade, complete an application and submit it to Eugene Suk at esuk@ci.monrovia.ca.us or contact him at 256-8281.

- Brad Haugaard 

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