Monrovia Police: Driver Shoots Up Another Car; Woman Sets Her Clothing on Fire; Seller Conned With Counterfeit Money; Threatening With Gun; Drunks and Drugs; Etc.

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 11 – 17. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 333 service events, resulting in 69 investigations. 

Domestic Violence / Wanted Person – Suspect Arrested
January 11 at 4:18 a.m., an officer was patrolling the 600 block of S. Mountain when he saw a motorist commit a driving violation. A computer search of the license plate revealed the motorist was wanted for a domestic violence incident. The officer made contact with the motorist and confirmed the motorist was a wanted person. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Mental Evaluation
January 11 at 6:58 a.m., a caller in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle reported he wanted to harm himself. Officers arrived and located to subject and detained him. Officers determined he was a danger to himself. He was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 11 at 3:39 p.m., a caller in the area of Chestnut and Magnolia called to report a possible DUI driver in the area. Officers arrived and located a vehicle stopped illegally in the roadway. The driver was contacted and signs of intoxication were present. 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.

Attempt Burglary
January 12 at 8:57 a.m., a resident in the 600 block of Willowbrook called to report that someone tried breaking into his home. Two male subjects walked onto his property, into his backyard, turned off the resident’s electric power, and looked through a window. The resident yelled and the suspects fled the area. This investigation is continuing.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 12 at 10:20 a.m., a caller in the area of Mountain and Lemon reported a vehicle blocking traffic in the area of Mountain and Lemon. Officers arrived and located the vehicle, and made contact with the driver. The driver 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.

Vandalism
January 12 at 11:03 a.m., a passerby reported vandalism on a plaque in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 12 at 1:07 p.m., a welfare check was requested in the 200 block of E. Foothill regarding a subject passed out on the floor. Officers arrived and located the subject. A computer check revealed the subject had a no bail warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
January 12 at 3:32 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report a shoplifting incident. Officers arrived and located the subject. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 13 at 12:52 a.m., officers patrolling the area of Myrtle and Walnut saw two subject lying on the ground and made contact with the subjects. An investigation revealed the subjects were too intoxicated to care for themselves. They were arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Warrant / Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 14 at 12:15 a.m., while patrolling the 3100 block of S. Peck an officer saw a bicyclist commit a traffic violation. He was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
January 14 at 1:21 a.m., a caller reported a vehicle driving erratically. Officers arrived, located the vehicle in the area of Shamrock and Evergreen and conducted a traffic stop. A DUI investigation showed the driver was operating the vehicle while impaired. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Vehicle Burglary
January 14 at 3:18 a.m., a victim in the 100 block of W. Pomona called to report that his vehicle had been broken into. This investigation is continuing.

Domestic Dispute – Suspect Arrested
January 14 at 8:37 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of N. Garfield reported his niece was being physically abused by her partner. Officers arrived and made several attempts to have any occupants come outside. As she walked outside, a nearby resident reported a suspicious subject in their backyard. Officers arrived and located the suspect who was determined to be the partner. A computer revealed she had a warrant for her arrested. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft Auto
January 14 at 10:01 a.m., a resident in the 1000 block of E. Royal Oaks called to report her vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Weapon Offense
January 14 at 6:18 p.m., a victim was inside a business in the 400 block of W. Foothill when he had a disagreement with a male subject. The subject threatened to shoot the victim, and flashed a gun. The suspect left prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Ex-Felon with Ammo – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 12:15 a.m., a resident in the 900 block of S. Fifth reported a male subject was at her residence in violation of a court order. Officers arrived and determined a court order did not exist and an investigation revealed the male subject was an ex-felon in possession of ammunition. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Vandalism
January 15 at 9:32 a.m., a caller in the 1200 block of S. Primrose called to report that someone had thrown a beer bottle through her window. This investigation is continuing.

Commercial Burglary
January 15 at 10:45 a.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington called to report that a number of propane tanks had been stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Illegal Fire / Warrants / Drugs – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 12:32 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of W. Pomona on a report of a subject setting a fire. Officers arrived and located a female subject had set her clothing on fire. A computer search revealed she had numerous warrant for her arrest and was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 4:12 p.m., officers were dispatched to a store in the 100 block of W. Foothill regarding a theft. The suspects involved were detained nearby. The store did not want prosecution for the theft, but one of the subjects involved had a bench warrant. She was arrested for the warrant and taken into custody.

Elder Abuse – Suspect Arrested
January 15 at 4:43 p.m., a resident in the 1000 block of S. Mountain called to report that she'd been battered by her daughter. They had been having arguments all night and throughout the day. When officers arrived the daughter had fled the location and they could not locate her. While the handling officer was obtaining an emergency protective order for the mother, the daughter returned. Assisting officers were able to locate and detain her. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Attempt Murder
January 15 at 6:38 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Alta Vista and Central regarding shots fired. An investigation determined two vehicles were involved in a road range incident and the driver of one of the vehicles shot at the victim vehicle numerous times. The occupants of the victim vehicle had two adults and three children. No injuries were reported. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 16 at 2:52 p.m., a business in the 800 block of S. Shamrock called to report an unknown subject loitering. Officers arrived and located the subject, who was known to the officers from prior contacts. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft Auto
January 16 at 9:22 p.m., a resident in the 800 block of E. Foothill said he parked vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 17 at 7:00 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of W. Duarte regarding drug activity. An officer arrived and located the subjects. A computer search revealed one of the subject had a warrant for her arrest. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Mail Theft
January 17 at 8:02 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of W. Duarte called to report that mailboxes had been broken into and mail stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Counterfeit
January 17 at 10:49 p.m., a victim arranged to meet a male subject in the 100 block of Oak Grove who was interested in buying shoes from the victim. After the exchange the victim realized that the money used to make the purchase was counterfeit. This investigation is continuing.

Dinner From B&C Teriyaki

Got dinner from B&C Teriyaki, at the northwest corner of Foothill and Madison. Got the chicken curry bowl for $8.15 and a drink for $2. Nice and reasonable price. 

- Brad Haugaard 

School District to Hire Company to Help Find New Superintendent

This Thursday - 1 p.m. in the board room - the Monrovia School Board will interview four executive search firms to find one to help the district hire a new superintendent (details). This will be followed at 5 p.m. by board consideration of the companies. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Playful Chet Is Life of the Party - Dog Party or People Party

 Chet is the life of the party wherever he goes! This handsome two-year-old extroverted husky is ready to make you his new BFF!

Chet knows how to work a room. He basks in attention from adults, kids, and other dogs. He is happiest when someone is petting him, brushing his luxurious coat, or, if you’re a dog, playing with him! He wants to play with nearly every dog he sees!

It appears that Chet is house-trained, and he has been working on training cues with the volunteers at Pasadena Humane. He’s not particularly treat-motivated, but he hasn’t found a toy that he doesn’t love, and he’ll go through all his tricks until you give it to him.

Chet is energetic, so having another large dog for him to play with would be nice. He has bonded quickly with some of the dogs he’s spent time with while out on field trips.

Chet is an all-around fun dude and he's ready to brighten up your days!

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

A Moment in Monrovia History: 1948 MAD High School Football Rally Parade

Monrovia Arcadia Duarte High School Band at a MAD. High School football rally parade Nov. 19, 1948, a few hours before winning the San Gabriel Valley Championship. Myrtle Avenue, looking toward intersection with Lemon. J.C. Penney at left. Baxter Building at right with Hotel sign. From the Thelma Thompson 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

Designs to Honor Former Mayor Pat Ostrye As Neighborhood Treasure

At its next meeting (agenda here), the Art in Public Places Committee will consider five designs to honor the next Neighborhood Treasure, former Monrovia Mayor Pat Ostrye, who was selected by the committee last January.

Ostrye was born in Minnesota in 1924. In 1944, she joined the Navy Women and was accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) and was stationed in San Diego. In 1974, she successfully ran for Monrovia City Council. She was the first woman to serve on the City Council and, in 1978, the first elected woman mayor of the city. During her leadership, she brought Meals-on-Wheels, Dial-a-Ride, home library and a federally funded senior lunch program to the city. In 1980, at the end of her mayoral term she was elected City Clerk and held that position until retiring in 1986. In 1992, she ran unopposed for the part-time position of City Treasurer, thus having served in all four of the City's then elective offices. The amount budgeted for the Neighborhood Treasure is $19,500. One of the designs is shown here, the others are here.

- Brad Haugaard

Space Exploration Event for School-Age Children Jan. 17

Monrovia Public Library, with Sidewalk Astronomers and Monrovia High Astronomy Club, will host a space exploration event this Wednesday, Jan. 17, 6-8 p.m. It will feature learning stations and telescope viewing of the moon and planets in Library Park. Suitable for school-aged children and families, and requires no reservation. If weather is cloudy, the event will be rescheduled for Feb. 15. For more information emai asimpson@ci.monrovia.ca.us or call 256-8269.

- Brad Haugaard

Veterans Breakfast and Historical Museum Tour

- Brad Haugaard 

Fellowship Church Moves to Smaller Venue

On Jan. 27, Monrovia's Fellowship Church, which has met in the Monrovia High School Auditorium for years, will be changing locations to Fellowship Center, the church's administrative offices at the northeast corner of Huntington and California. The letter announcing the move said the new space will be "intimate." The move to a smaller venue follows internal turmoil last year involving the main pastor being disciplined for sexting, for complaints about an unfriendly work environment and about how church funds were used.

- Brad Haugaard 

School Board To Consider Contract With Company to Haul Away Old Furniture

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia Board of Education will ...

~  Consider contracting with Furniture Reuse Solutions Inc., for  $170,617 to remove unneeded old furniture from Monrovia schools. Details.

~ Honor its January Employees of the month:  Susana Reveles, Teacher, Plymouth; and  Heena Merchant, Instructional Aide, Plymouth.

- Brad Haugaard

City Council to Consider Streamlining Housing Development Process; Charge Developers More to Minimize Traffic Impact

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will consider ...

~ Streamlining the review of multi-family residential developments, as required by state law. The proposal would eliminate the conditional use permit requirement in zones that allow multi-family developments, and get rid of the requirement for some projects to be reviewed by the city's Development Review Committee. Details.

~ Increasing the amount it charges developers to minimize the traffic impact of their developments. City staff recommends increasing the Traffic Impact Fee to "$2,575 per net new afternoon peak hour trip." Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Water and Sewer Rates Will Likely Go Up; Blood Drive Jan. 25; Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Will Screen Film

In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports:

~ The Monrovia City Council will consider raising water and sewer rates, which have not been adjusted since 2018 for water rates and 2020 for sewer rates. Feik cites a recent study that notes high inflationary costs of operating public utilities. The adjustments will support sewer and water infrastructure, and will fund capital improvements. Monrovia, which he said has some of the lowest water and sewer fees in the region, will continue to offer discounts to seniors, veterans, and Lifeline customers. Feik did not indicate how much fees might go up.

~ The Monrovia Police Department will host this year's Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Thursday, Jan. 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Community Center. Those who give blood will be entered to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, with access to day-of in-stadium pre-game activities, tickets to the Super Bowl, round-trip airfare to Las Vegas, three-night accommodations, plus a $1,000 gift card for expenses. To schedule an appointment,  go here , enter sponsor code “BOB24" and scroll down to January 25. Or, call (800) 733-2767. 

~ This Sunday, January 14, at 2:30 p.m., the Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Association will show the film "100 Years From Mississippi," a true story about Mamie Kirkland and Sun Tarabu Batserai- a story of resilience, forgiveness, memory, and hope.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia-Based Trader Joe's More Popular, But ALDI and 7-Eleven Even More Popular

Monrovia-based Trader Joe's grocery chain increased in popularity in 2023 over 2022, to 66% popularity, but still fell to become the third most popular grocery chain, behind ALDI (66%) and 7-Eleven (65%), which increased even more in popularity. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Arsonist Arrested at Fire; Man Lunges at Woman With Box Cutter; Missing Person Arrested; Suicidal Woman Turns Herself In; Vehicle Runs Stop Sign, Knocks Over Car; Sleeping Driver Rolls His Truck; Etc.

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for January 4 – 10. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 367 service events, resulting in 65 investigations. 

Vehicle Burglary
January 4 at 10:27 a.m., a caller in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported that while shopping inside of a business his vehicle was broken into and tools were stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Unlawful Burning / No Bail / False Personation – Suspect Arrested
January 4 at 12:04 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Central and Shamrock saw a subject near an open fire along a retaining wall. The officer attempted to make contact with the subject, but he fled as the officer approached and located nearby. A computer check revealed he was on parole for arson and had a no bail warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Mental Evaluation
January 4 at 12:31 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of S. Myrtle regarding a disturbing subject. The caller stated a male subject lunged at her while holding a box cutter. Officers arrived and determined he was a danger to others and was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Petty Theft
January 4 at 1:29 p.m., a caller in the 400 block of W. Foothill called to report that a female subject stole from a business. The female subject fled prior to the officer's arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 4 at 9:23 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Myrtle and Huntington regarding a person lying face down on the ground. Officers arrived and located the subject and determined he was heavily intoxicated. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
January 4 at 10:13 p.m., a retail store in the 1600 block of S. Mountain called to report a subject was in the process of stealing items. As officers arrived on scene the subject exited the store, where he was quickly detained after attempting to run. The stolen property was returned to the store. A search of the subject revealed he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Municipal Code Violation – Suspect Arrested
January 4 at 10:42 p.m., officers detained a subject in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle for being in a park after hours. A computer search revealed she was reported missing. She was arrested, issued a citation, removed from the missing persons system, and released at the scene.

Mental Evaluation
January 5 at 12:18 p.m., a female subject walked into the MPD lobby and informed staff she was suicidal. An officer spoke with the individual and transported her to a local hospital for a mental evaluation.

Grand Theft Auto
January 5 at 12:47 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of S. Myrtle reported his vehicle was taken without her permission. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft – Suspect Arrested
January 5 at 3:23 p.m., an employee from a business in the 600 block of W. Huntington called to report a shoplifting. Officers arrived and detained several subjects. An investigation revealed only one of the subjects shoplifted. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Injury Traffic Collision
January 5 at 6:10 p.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Lemon and California. Officers arrived and determined one of the vehicles went through a stop sign and collided with another vehicle, causing it to overturn.

Vehicle Burglary
January 5 at 7:11 p.m., a victim in the 300 block of Violet called to report that his vehicle had been broken into and items were stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Receiving Stolen Property / Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 5 at 8:35 p.m., officers were alerted to the area of Madison and Foothill regarding a vehicle involved in a crime. Officers arrived and located the vehicle in the 100 block of E. Lime with two subjects inside. A high risk traffic stop was conducted and two subjects were removed from the vehicle. An investigation revealed the vehicle was full of stolen property and a computer search revealed warrants for both subjects. Both subjects were arrested and taken into custody.

Warrant Arrest
January 5 at 11:16 p.m., while patrolling the area of Magnolia and Evergreen, an officer observed a bicyclist commit several traffic violations. The officer conducted a traffic stop and a computer search revealed the bicyclist had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Resisting Arrest / Delaying an Officer – Suspect Arrested
January 5 at 11:17 p.m., a fight was reported in the 400 block of S. Myrtle where a subject brandished a weapon. Officers arrived and located the subject who was not following officers’ commands. Officers were able to detain him and the weapon was not located. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
January 5 at 11:28 p.m., while officers were investigating a call of a fight in the 400 block of S. Myrtle, a friend of one of the parties involved in the fight continually obstructed officers while they were trying to conduct an investigate. It was apparent that the subject was too intoxicated. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Grand Theft Auto
January 6 at 7:07 a.m., a caller in the 1000 block of Royal Oak reported his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Lost / Stolen Plate
January 6 at 3:00 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Foothill and Madison. Officers arrived and located the vehicle as it pulled into a parking lot. Officers made contact with the driver and removed him from the vehicle. An investigation determined that the vehicle had a stolen plate which did not belong to the vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

Commercial Robbery
January 6 at 4:34 p.m., a male and female subject walked into a retail store in the 500 block of W. Huntington and stole property. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft
January 7 at 7:12 a.m., a business in the 3200 block of Peck reported a grand theft. An investigation revealed that property was taken. This investigation is continuing.

Vehicle Burglary
January 7 at 8:18 a.m., a victim in the 1000 block of E. Lemon reported a vehicle burglary. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
January 7 at 10:06 a.m., a stolen vehicle was reported in the 400 block of Almond. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
January 7 at 10:11 a.m., a resident in the 300 block of E. Palm reported their vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision
January 7 at 10:16 a.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Magnolia and Olive. A driver fell asleep and collided with two parked vehicles. The truck rolled over and the driver was trapped inside. MFD responded and removed the driver from the vehicle who complained of pain. He was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
January 7 at 11:23 a.m., a victim in the area of Primrose and Lemon reported that two of her parked vehicles were hit sometime during the night. This investigation is continuing.

Vehicle Burglary
January 7 at 11:39 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 900 block of Ocean View. This investigation is continuing.

Attempt Vehicle Burglary
January 7 at 2:57 p.m., a resident in the 300 block of E. Lemon reported that his vehicle was burglarized. This investigation is continuing.

Domestic Battery
January 7 at 3:15 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report that his ex-girlfriend assaulted him in a parking structure in the 200 block of W. Pomona. This investigation is continuing.

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
January 7 at 6:22 p.m., a hit and run traffic collision was reported in the 500 block of Linwood. A victim reported that his parked car was hit and the driver of the vehicle did not stop at the scene. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft
January 7 at 9:55 p.m., employees of a retail store in the 600 block of W. Huntington called to report that two subjects who appeared intoxicated were loading up a cart with property and appeared to be ready to leave without paying. The suspects were gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 8 at 1:12 p.m., officers responded to a welfare check in the area of Myrtle and Colorado regarding a subject sleeping on a bench. Officers arrived and located the subject. A computer search revealed the subject had several warrants for his arrest. He was arrested, cited, and released at the scene.

Grand Theft Auto Recovery
January 8 at 3:01 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 600 block of Bradbury when he discovered a stolen vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
January 9 at 9:33 a.m., while patrolling the area of Myrtle and Spanner an officer saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and a computer check revealed the driver had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Robbery
January 9 at 9:43 a.m., a victim in the 900 block of W. Hillcrest reported that he was pushed from behind while he was loading items into his vehicle and dropped a bag containing money. The suspect fled with the bag and was prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Shoplifting
January 9 at 2:49 p.m., a caller in 700 block of E. Huntington reported two female adult subjects stealing items. Officers arrived and located the subjects as they were fleeing. A computer search revealed both subjects had active warrants. Both suspects were arrested and taken into custody.

Driving Under the Influence / Non-Injury Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
January 9 at 7:02 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Colorado and Alta Vista when he saw a motorist collide into another motorist. Officers made contact with both drivers and suspect one of the driver’s was under the influence. A DUI investigation determined the driver was under the influence. She was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Critical Missing Adult – Located
January 9 at 10:42 p.m., a staff member at a facility in the 100 block of S. Myrtle reported one of their residents missing. Officers searched the area and located the female subject nearby.

Injury Traffic Collison
January 10 at 8:25 a.m., an injury traffic collision was reported in the area of Myrtle and Evergreen. Officers and MFD arrived and contacted the parties involved. One of the involved parties complained of pain and was treated at the scene.

Injury Traffic Collison
January 10 at 9:11 a.m., a caller in the area of Mayflower and Duarte reported an injury traffic collision. Officers and MFD arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the parties complained of pain and was treated at the scene.

Monrovia's Jewish Federation to Hold Holocaust Vigil in Pasadena

The Monrovia-based Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, with the City of Pasadena, will hold a 25-hour Holocaust vigil, "Every Person Has a Name," on Jan. 27-28 at Pasadena City Hall to commemorate UN International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The event, addressing the rise in antisemitism, begins with a commemoration ceremony, then a 24-hour name-reading vigil of Holocaust victims. There will also be an exhibition titled, "The Righteous Among the Nations," from Israel’s National Holocaust Museum showcasing those who risked their lives to save Jews during the Holocaust. The vigil is open to the public, with opportunities to participate in name reading. For more information or to volunteer, visit the Jewish Federation  or call 626.445.0810.

- 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.

- Brad Haugaard 

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

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