Santa and cheap children's books at the Library Dec. 13

Stories, crafts, and Santa photos at the Library on Dec. 13 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Children can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy holiday crafts, and listen to stories. Friends of the Library will host a kids’ book sale with all books $2. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Santa's Monrovia tour scheduled for Dec. 8-12

Santa will tour Monrovia nightly from Dec. 8 to 12 with Fire & Rescue, Police, and Public Works. Each evening he’ll visit a different neighborhood. Full schedule to be announced.

- Brad Haugaard

Horse-drawn carriage rides set for Sundays in December

There will be horse-drawn carriage rides in Old Town on Sundays in December, Dec. 7 to 21, from 3 to 6 p.m. Cost is $5 per person, or free with a same-day $25 Old Town purchase and receipt.

- Brad Haugaard

Carolers will sing in Old Town on Saturdays in December

Carolers will perform in Old Town on Saturdays in December, Dec. 6, 13, and 20, from 3 to 6 p.m.

- Brad Haugaard

Christmas Parade set for Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m.

The Christmas Parade will take place Thursday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. through Old Town, traveling north on Myrtle from Chestnut to Palm. Details to come. For more information, contact the Community Center at 256-8246.

- Brad Haugaard

Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29

Small Business Saturday will be held Nov. 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Start at the corner of Myrtle and Lemon Avenues, where the Chamber of Commerce will distribute shopping bags and promotional items to encourage support for local shops during the holiday season. For details, contact Korrine Ramirez at 358‑1159 or kr@monroviacc.com.

- Brad Haugaard

Breakfast at Elements

Had a light breakfast at Elements Restaurant and Bar, in the Doubletree Hotel on Huntington. Got the English Muffin Sandwich for $9, and a coffee for $2.95. They also have a buffet for $19.99. Sandwich and service very nice. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Produce in the Park - share produce and other food, Dec. 6 in Library Park

Free community produce-sharing gathering, Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Library Park near the Myrtle–Lime picnic table by the Mark Twain statue. Open to all. Fresh produce, canned and boxed food, seeds. Bring items to give or come without; purpose is to prevent waste. Share what you can, take what you need.

- Brad Haugaard

'Perfect Girl' Roxy, victim of Eaton fire, looking for new home in time for holidays

Meet Roxy - a 10-year-old Siberian Husky at Pasadena Humane who is ready to spend the holidays in a loving, forever home! This sweet senior girl has been through a lot, as she first came to Pasadena Humane during the Eaton Fire for emergency boarding. When her owner sadly could no longer care for her, Roxy was surrendered into the shelter’s care. Despite everything, she remains the gentlest soul. During a recent adoption event, she was the star of the show, happily accepting treats and pets from everyone who stopped by. She is often described by staff as a “perfect girl”.

Roxy recently underwent a surgery to repair a severe knee tear that had made everyday movement painful. Thanks to an incredible outpouring of support, her surgery was a success, and she’s now healing beautifully in her foster home. She’s expected to make a full recovery and enjoy a future of pain-free walks, cuddles, and playtime. Now all she needs is her forever family.

Roxy’s adoption fee is waived through the month of November in honor of Adopt a Senior Pet Month, so if you’re looking for a gentle, grateful, holiday-ready companion, please consider adopting sweet Roxy, for free!

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: Monrovia orange groves and mountains

A color postcard from 1908 showing Monrovia orange groves, rooftops, and the mountains to the north, sent to Mrs. Loomis in Diamond Springs, Kansas. From the Kim Anderson 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

Protesters object to Trader Joe’s relationship with chicken farm

About a dozen protesters from the animal activist network, Direct Action Everywhere, showed up in front of Trader Joe’s headquarters in Monrovia today to protest the company’s relationship with Petaluma Poultry, which the protesters say mistreat its chickens.

- Brad Haugaard

People purchased 'ice scrapers' at Monrovia Home Depot to protest ICE raid

CBS LA posted video (here) of people protesting the ICE raid in the parking lot of the Monrovia Home Depot by purchasing what they called "ice scrapers" from the store, although several of those commenting on the video said they were putty knives.

- Brad Haugaard

Foothill Unity Center plans European-style holiday market and toy drop-off

Foothill Unity Center will hold a European-style holiday market toy drop-off event - drop off a toy and enjoy cider, sweets and snacks. The toy fundraiser will be held Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 790 W. Chestnut Ave.

- Brad Haugaard

LEGO Free Play for children at Library, Nov. 26

LEGO Free Play for children ages 2 to 12, Nov. 26 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Library Story Room. Participants can build and play with LEGO bricks provided by the Library. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Introductory ukelele lessons Dec. 6 at Library

Introductory ukulele lesson for teens and adults, Dec. 6 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Library Story Room. Participants will learn basic chords and songs using Library-provided instruments or their own. Registration required. Held in partnership with Monrovia Music Academy. Details.

- Brad Haugaard