Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as fresh as the cherry blossoms lining Colorado Boulevard 🌸
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Jane Goodall Visits Pasadena High
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Cheeseburger Week Results
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Review of Jane Eyre
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Events This Weekend
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
THE DIGEST
🌎 Jane Goodall Visits Pasadena High
Dr. Jane Goodall, the renowned primatologist and conservationist, visited Pasadena High School on March 30, 2025, for an event titled “Future of Hope: An Afternoon with Dr. Jane Goodall.” During this gathering, she shared inspiring stories from her extensive career, emphasizing themes of hope, resilience, and the power of collective action in addressing environmental challenges. Dr. Goodall highlighted the importance of community involvement and encouraged attendees to participate in initiatives that promote sustainability and conservation. You can watch the full video here.
🍔 Cheeseburger Week Results
Hold on to your pickles, Pasadena—Cheeseburger Week 2025 has come and gone, and our city is still digesting the delicious aftermath. For one glorious week, burger lovers from every corner of town flocked to local joints to eat, vote, and celebrate the mighty cheeseburger. With over 40 participating restaurants, this year’s event was the juiciest yet.
🎖️ And the Winners Are…
Drumroll, please! The Pasadena Cheeseburger Awards are in, and the results are nothing short of mouthwatering:
👑 Favorite Burger: Dog Haus – $10 Haus Burger and sliders
💡 Favorite Burger Created for Cheese Burger Week: Magnolia House – The Holy Shittake Burger
🌱 Favorite Veggie/Vegan Burger: True Food Kitchen– Veggie burger
A big shoutout to Pasadena Chamber of Commerce for organizing the event, and to the chefs, grillmasters, and line cooks who worked overtime to bring us our burger bliss. You made Pasadena sizzle. Now, if you’ll excuse us, we’ll be napping off the food coma until Taco Tuesday. Did you have a favorite cheeseburger moment? Reply to this newsletter and tell us what blew your bun away.🧀🍔 Until next year, burger buffs!
🎭 Jane Eyre Review
A Noise Within’s latest production, Jane Eyre, brings Charlotte Brontë’s timeless tale to the Pasadena stage with gothic allure and emotional depth. Directed by Geoff Elliott, this adaptation by Elizabeth Williamson captures the intense romance and haunting secrets of Thornfield Hall. Jeanne Syquia embodies Jane’s resilience and fiery spirit, while Frederick Stuart portrays the enigmatic Edward Rochester with a compelling mix of charm and torment. With atmospheric lighting by Ken Booth and a haunting score by Robert Oriol, the production immerses audiences in Jane’s journey of self-discovery and love. Performances run through April 20 at A Noise Within.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Monday
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🎺Triple Shot Jazz Trio: a modern jazz trio based in Pasadena, performing improvisations and original compositions, 9 AM
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🧘🏽Mindful Mondays: Start your week with mindfulness techniques and lessons that all family members can benefit from at SCCM, 10:30 AM & 2 PM
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🩰Performa Choreographic Incubator: A laboratory for brave new dance to practice dance composition and editing techniques, 12 – 2:30 PM
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🤓Game Night Live: Trivia buffs and hot dog enthusiasts! Get ready to exercise those brain cells at Dog Haus, 7 – 9 PM
Tuesday
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🍏Pasadena Farmers Market: Enjoy Fresh Local Fruits, Vegetables, and Farm Products at Pasadena Farmers’ Market, Villa Parke, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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💻ShopTalk Business Breakfast: A chance to network and learn – a ‘master class’ for small businesses, 8 AM
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🎨New Exhibit: Two artists’ works will be on display at Pasadena Public Libraries in celebration of Arab American Heritage Month, all day
Save the Date
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🐕Wiggle Waggle Walk: Pasadena Humane will once host its popular annual fundraiser, April 6
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🐇Easter Extravaganza: Hop into the fun at the Easter Extravaganza presented by Creative Communal at Pasarroyo, April 12
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🎷Caltech Jazz Festival: Featuring the Caltech Jazz Band directed by Barb Catlin. Vocalist./composer Teryn Re and her quartet. The legendary trumpeter/composer Bobby Bradford, April 19
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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!
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
Monday
62 🌡️ 46 |🌧️| 💨 NW 7 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 37 (Good)
Tuesday
63 🌡️ 47 |⛅| 💨 W 15 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
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