Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as friendly as your friendly neighborhood Spiderman.
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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State of the City Address
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Events this week
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Save the Dates
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
THE DIGEST
Mayor Gordo to Give 2025 State of the City Address
Mayor Victor M. Gordo is set to deliver this year’s State of the City Address at the Pasadena Elks Lodge, sharing plans for the city’s future including the fiscal year budget and Eaton fire rebuild plans. The speech comes at a critical time, as Pasadena and Altadena continue to recover from the devastating Eaton Fire. But in true community spirit, neighbors have come together to rebuild and support one another. The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. It’s a chance to reflect, reconnect, and look ahead—so come be part of the conversation!
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Wednesday
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💬2025 Mayor’s State of the City Address: Mayor Victor M. Gordo will deliver the Mayor’s State of the City Address at the Pasadena Elks Lodge.
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📖Breaking Curfew: Everyday Japanese American Resistance during World War II: Join Professor Anna Pegler-Gordon as she uncovers the everyday acts of resistance by Japanese Americans during World War II using previously overlooked FBI case files. This Cheng Foundation Lecture sheds light on how curfew violators challenged wartime restrictions, shaping a broader understanding of belonging beyond citizenship. The Huntington Library at 7:30 PM.
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🍺Live Trivia at Stone Brewing Tap Room: Enjoy a free-to-play trivia night with game show-style rounds, word jumbles, picture challenges, and chances to win prizes! Stone Brewing Tap Room, 6 PM.
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Comedy Show at the Mixx: Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs at The Mixx with comedy improv happy hour, hosted by the hilarious Paddy and featuring weekly guest comedians—plus 2-for-1 drinks and free parking!
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Nobody Knows Anything: LAist presents a new show about how difficult – but not impossible – it is to make something actually good in Hollywood, 7 PM.
Thursday
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💻Pasadena Tech Happy Hour: Monthly evening of networking and community building at Hawg Heaven BBQ, 6 – 9 PM.
Save the Date
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🎵Blues and Community: Brother Yusef Brings Soulful Sounds to Pasadena Blues guitarist headlines Linda Vista Library’s reopening, blending music and history for Black History Month, Feb. 22
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⚽Soccer Inauguration Parade: The public is invited to attend the Villa Parke Youth Soccer Parade from, Feb. 22
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🔭Astronomy on Tap: How did our Sun form, and what will it become at the end of its life? What are gravitational lenses, and how do they allow us to see matter, which would otherwise be invisible?. Feb. 24
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🧬Watson Lecture: The Hidden Poetry of the Genome by Rob Phillips at Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium, Feb. 26
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🍔Cheeseburger Week: showcasing Pasadena’s burger impresarios at their finest, Feb. 23rd – Mar. 1
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👨🎨ArtCenter Graduate Seminar: Acclaimed Artist Matthew Barney to Present Spring 2025, Feb. 25
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🎨Jackalope Spring 2025: Applications to be a vendor at Jackalope are open and due soon, April 26 & 27
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🎶Just Like Heaven: Vampire Weekend, Empire of the Sun, Rilo Kiley & More Live in Pasadena, May 10
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
2025 Mayor’s State of the City Address
Mayor Victor M. Gordo will deliver the Mayor’s State of the City Address at the Pasadena Elks Lodge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with free on-site parking available at entrances on both Green St. and Colorado Blvd. Spanish translation services will be provided.
Eaton Fire Town Hall
Join for an informational session with attorneys who will help you understand your rights and potential actions against responsible parties. Hotel Dena from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Wednesday
72 🌡️ 50 |🌥️| 💨 SW 6 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 61 (Moderate)
Thursday
74 🌡️ 50 |🌥️| 💨 S 5 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
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