Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as creative as a Van Gogh painting.
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Rose Bowl to Host 2028 Olympic Soccer
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Pasadena Teen Invents Life-Saving Tech
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Pasadena Bead & Design Show
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Events This Weekend
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
P.S. Happy Birthday Jose Gonzalez, and Vincent van Gogh!
THE DIGEST
⚽️ Olympic Soccer Returns to the Rose Bowl
Pasadena is getting its moment in the Olympic spotlight—again! The iconic Rose Bowl Stadium will host the men’s and women’s soccer semifinals and finals when the Games return to LA in 2028. That makes it one of just two stadiums ever to host events in three separate Olympics. From track cycling in 1932 to soccer in ’84, and now back for the beautiful game, the Rose Bowl is ready to make history (and noise) once more. Expect packed stands, epic goals, and a major tourism boost for Pasadena!
🧠 Pasadena Teen Invents Life-Saving Tech, Wins Big
Polytechnic School student Cavon Hajimiri wowed judges at the 75th Annual L.A. County Science & Engineering Fair, taking first place in the Engineering Applications category with his wearable, radar-based early warning system for pedestrians. The device is low-cost, innovative, and could one day help prevent accidents before they happen—basically Iron Man-level genius. The countywide fair drew over 1,100 students, but Cavon’s project stood out as one of the top in the Senior Division. He’s now headed to the California State Science Fair in April to show the rest of the state what Pasadena’s future engineers are made of.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Friday
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🎨The Pasadena Bead & Design Show is happening this weekend, March 28–30 at the Convention Center, featuring over 300 exhibits of artisan beads, handcrafted jewelry, vintage textiles, and rare materials—plus hands-on workshops, demos, and a vibrant creative community.
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🏚️Haunted Pasadena: Discover the haunted side of Pasadena with Pasadena Walking Tours’ nighttime ghost tour through Playhouse Village and Old Pasadena—exploring eerie alleys, courtyards, and historic haunts filled with phantoms, mysteries, and scandalous tales. 6:30 PM, 36 S. El Molino Ave.
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📽️Jane Eyre: A Noise Within Theatre presents a bold, dynamic take on the classic story of resilience and romance—follow Jane’s journey through hardship, love, and self-discovery. 7:30 PM.
Saturday
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🐰Egg Bowl: Have an EGG-cellent time at this spring festival with the family at the iconic Rose Bowl, March 29
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🏊🏽♂️Rose Bowl Master Swim Meet: The 2025 Rose Bowl Masters Short Course Yards Swim Meet is set for March 29–30 at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center, featuring a range of competitions for Masters swimmers. Come show your support!
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🎸Tribute Night at The Mixx: Rock out to epic live tributes to Nine Inch Nails and System of a Down—plus music videos on the biggest LED wall in town, drink & dinner specials, and a night full of dancing and singing along to your favorites! 8 PM.
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🎶Field Notes – A New Music Concert: Enjoy 45 minutes of music by four acclaimed living composers at 499 S Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena—plus free parking, drinks, snacks, and a post-show hangout with the players and composers. Free entry, with optional donations to support the artists. 6:30 PM.
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🎤Home By 9 Comedy: Join seasoned veteran comics Staci Lynn Fletcher, Del Harrison, Kenté Scott, Mary Kennedy, and Dave Getzoff for a night of laughs at The Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena at 7:30 PM.
Sunday
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🎶Respite Recitals at the Gamble House: Enjoy a soulful Sunday with Scarlett and the Fever on Sunday at 4:00 PM—a free, drop-in outdoor concert on the rear terrace of the Gamble House, celebrating music, community, and springtime vibes.
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🕌🌙 Eid al-Fitr: This Sunday may mark the joyous celebration of Eid al-Fitr, the end of Ramadan! Whether you’re gathering with loved ones or reflecting quietly, it’s a time for gratitude, community, and of course—great food. Eid Mubarak to all who celebrate!
Save the Date
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🎨Jackalope Spring 2025: Applications to be a vendor at Jackalope are open and due soon, April 26 & 27
Nothing in this section is sponsored. These are just the things you need to know. I’ll always let you know if something is sponsored!4
CIVIL NEWS
Wildfire Recovery & Rebuild Conference
Join community leaders and experts on March 29 from 8 AM to 5 PM at the Hilton Pasadena for a free, all-day event offering resources on insurance, legal rights, rebuilding, and more for those impacted by recent wildfires. Includes free meals, childcare, and expert panels—registration required.
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Friday
67 🌡️ 49 |⛅| 💨 SW 5 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 26 (Good)
Saturday
65 🌡️ 49 |⛅| 💨 S 9 mph
Sunday
60 🌡️ 52 |⛅| 💨 SE 9 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
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