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
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.
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
Dinner at Jake’s Roadhouse
Dinner at Jake’s Roadhouse, on the east side of Myrtle just north of Olive. Got a half size Nikki’s Buffalo Salad for $15.95 and a beer. Very nice.
- Brad Haugaard
Town hall meeting tonight in Pasadena for fire victims
There will be a town hall meeting about the Eaton Fire tonight at Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena. LA Fire Justice reports it will unveil new video evidence on how last September’s Eaton Fire ignited and outline its lawsuit against Southern California Edison, plus give insurance tips for victims. Speakers include trial lawyer Mikal Watts, consumer advocate Erin Brockovich and wildfire attorney Doug Boxer. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Rose Room, 393 N. Lake Ave. Register here. The event will also be available on LA Fire Justice's YouTube channel.
- Brad Haugaard
Benefit concert planned for area fire victims
There will be a concert to benefit victims of the Altadena and Palisades fires at Lake Avenue Church (393 North Lake Avenue) in Pasadena on May 10 at 6 p.m. The Tupelo, Mississippi, based Christian organization, Eight Days of Hope, will host the event, which will feature Dove Award winner Jordan Feliz and 2024 New Artist nominee Terrian. General admission is $20 and $50 for VIP tickets, with an offering taken during the concert. All proceeds will support fire-affected families. The concert will also be shown on Eight Days of Hope’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Ticket information here.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Suspect crashes stolen vehicle; Laughing gas bust; Armed motorcyclist busted; Cemetery asault harms woman; etc.
Highlighted activity for April 10 – 15, 2025 During this period the Police Department handled 345 service events, resulting in 64 investigations.
Battery
April 10 at 3:39 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of E. Maple reported that her adult son was assaulted. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim. An investigation revealed that the victim was physically struck by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Activity – Suspect Arrested
April 10 at 4:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of E. Foothill regarding a suspicious vehicle. Officers arrived and made contact with the occupant of the vehicle. An investigation revealed the occupant was in possession of a nitrous oxide tank and using it as an inhalant. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Resisting Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 11 at 3:19 a.m., while patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle officers saw a male subject in a park after hours and made contact with him. The subject refused to comply with the officers’ commands. Officers’ were able to eventually get compliance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 11 at 1:20 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of S. Myrtle regarding a possible robbery. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed a robbery did not occur, but a computer search revealed the subject had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 11 at 1:39 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of E. Olive reported a suspicious female subject in the area. Officers arrived and made contact with the female subject. A computer search revealed she had a warrant for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Petty Theft
April 11 at 9:15 p.m., several vendors in the 400 block of S. Myrtle reported property stolen form their booths. This investigation is continuing.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon / Elder Abuse
April 11 at 10:22 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of Mauna Loa called to report that a son battered his father during an argument. The son left the location prior to the police arriving. It was later determined that the adult son physically battered his father in the causing injuries. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Activity – Suspect Arrested
April 12 at 11:58 a.m., a suspicious subject was reported in the 100 block of Spanner. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
April 12 at 2:16 a.m., while patrolling the 1400 block of S. Myrtle, an officer saw two motorcyclist in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and as the officer attempted to contact the motorcyclist, one of the motorcyclist fled. Officers gave pursuit and terminated the pursuit soon after. The motorcyclist who stayed was found to be in possession a loaded firearm. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft / Resisting Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 12 at 8:32 a.m., a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a theft. Officers arrived and located the suspect nearby and attempted to make contact, but the subject fled on foot. After a short struggle, the suspect was apprehended. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Pursuit – Suspect Arrested
April 12 at 2:52 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Foothill and Madison. Officers arrived, located the stolen vehicle and the vehicle fled. The pursuit was terminated shortly after. The vehicle was located by Irwindale PD and they initiated a pursuit. The pursuit ended when the suspect vehicle collided into another vehicle and fled on foot. He was apprehended, arrested and taken into custody.
Injury Traffic Collision
April 12 at 5:48 p.m., a multi-vehicle collision was reported in the area of Huntington and Monterey. Minor injuries were reported.
Drunk in Public – Suspect Arrested
April 12 at 8:32 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of Madeline reported a subject who appeared to be intoxicated and loitering in the area. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. It was determined that he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Curfew / Trespassing
April 12 at 9:47 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of S. Madison Avenue reported a group of juveniles climbing the gate to the high school while wearing backpacks. When officers arrived on scene, the individuals fled. They were later located and issued citations.
Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested
April 14 at 1:02 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Primrose and Pomona made contact with a subject. A computer search revealed she had a warrant for her arrest and in possession of a controlled substance. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft Auto
April 14 at 7:32 a.m., a victim in the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Assault
April 14 at 11:40 a.m., an assault was reported at a cemetery in the 200 block of E. Duarte. Officers arrived and found a female subject suffering from injuries. She received treatment at the scene. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
April 14 at 2:45 p.m., a resident in the 1600 block of S. Magnolia reported that she was on the phone with a subject who she believed was with her bank. She then realized she was being scammed. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
April 14 at 5:02 p.m., a caller in the area of Colorado and Canyon reported her vehicle was broken into and property was stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Injury Traffic Collision
April 14 at 6:31 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Huntington and Monterey. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the parties involved complained of pain and was transported to the hospital. The party at fault was cited.
Vandalism
April 15 at 9:50 a.m., a caller in the 300 block of W. Huntington reported graffiti in the area. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
April 15 at 11:57 a.m., an establishment in the 200 block of S. Ivy reported a check they mailed out had been altered and deposited by unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
April 15 at 4:47 p.m., a victim in the 500 block of Almond reported her parked vehicle was hit and the other party fled without exchanging information. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
April 15 at 7:49 p.m., a resident in the 1700 block of Encino reported his electric bike stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Weapons Offense – Suspect Arrested
April 15 at 8:33 p.m., while patrolling the area of Mayflower and Foothill officers saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. The officer noticed several edged weapons inside the vehicle. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Audition for San Gabriel Valley Choral Company
Choral rehearsals are Tuesday nights 7:30 to 9:30 at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church at Foothill and California. Holiday concert Dec. 7, 2024; spring concert March 15, 2025; summer concert June 21, 2025. Membership fee $195; scholarships available. For more information and to select an audition time, click here.
- Brad Haugaard
Ace is a chill gentleman - confident but not pushy
Meet Ace, a 1½-year-old husky with a chill vibe that sets him apart from the typical high-energy stereotype. Ace is the kind of dog who seems to take it all in stride—whether he’s lounging in the grass, strolling through a crowd, or calmly watching the world go by.
At Pasadena Humane’s Wiggle Waggle Walk, Ace stole the spotlight not just for his striking looks, but for his calm, friendly demeanor. He greeted visitors with a wagging tail and gentle curiosity, happily posed for photos, and took treats like a gentleman.
Ace gets along beautifully with other dogs and doesn’t mind a little hustle and bustle. He walked easily through vendor booths, stayed relaxed in close proximity to other pups, and even had some playful moments with toys. He’s confident without being pushy and curious without being overwhelming. Whether it’s a walk through the neighborhood or a quiet afternoon in the yard, Ace moves through life with an easygoing rhythm.
If you’re looking for a husky who leans more “zen” than “zoomies,” Ace might be your perfect match. He’s ready to bring his gentle presence into a loving home—maybe yours?
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 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
A Moment in Monrovia History: Orange Avenue School, the city's first school
Orange Avenue School, Monrovia's first School building, built in 1887 for $18,000 at Orange (now Colorado) Avenue. Elementary grades on the ground floor, high School on the second floor. From 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
Five Below grand opening set for April 18-19
Five Below will open its newest store in Monrovia on Friday, April 18, at Huntington Oaks Shopping Center. The grand opening weekend promises fun, music, kids' activities, and prizes. On Saturday, April 19, visitors can get a free drawstring bag (while supplies last) and free hot dogs from noon to 3 p.m. (two per person, while supplies last). The store offers products for tweens and teens, with most items priced $1-$5. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia man sentenced to 30 years for child exploitation
A Monrovia man was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for producing and distributing child sexual abuse material involving a 2-year-old. David Lisandro Perez Figueroa, 23, pleaded guilty to federal charges last November. He was arrested in December 2023 after federal agents searched his home. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Art committee to select utility box art designs
One of many utility box design proposals.
At its next meeting (agenda here) the Art in Public Places Committee will select four out of 27 designs to paint on the remaining four unpainted city utility boxes. The theme is Monrovia, All-America City, in honor of the city’s two-time All-America City Award. Submissions were from high school students, professional designers, and Monrovia Association of Fine Arts members. Winning artists will receive a $750 stipend upon completing the box. More art here.
- Brad Haugaard
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