Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as good looking as you. 😉
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Rain Storm Incoming
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Events this week: shows, networking events, lectures, and more!
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Save the Dates
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Music: Selena Tribute at the Mixx
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
P.S. Happy Birthday Amo Nabhan!
THE DIGEST
🌧️ Rain Storm Incoming
It’s been raining a bit and although we got a short break, it’s not over. A storm is set to hit the region this week, bringing heavy rain, potential flooding, and dangerous conditions, especially in wildfire burn zones. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns this could be a significant storm, with the heaviest rain expected from Thursday afternoon to early Friday morning.
🔹 What to Expect:
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1.5 to 3 inches of rain across most areas, up to 6 inches in foothills/mountains
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Possible urban flooding and freeway closures
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Snow levels between 5,000 – 7,000 feet with several feet of accumulation at higher elevations
📍 Stay Safe:
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Sign up for emergency alerts at notifyla.gov
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Free sandbags are available at Pasadena’s Robinson Park & Victory
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Park Fire Stations 37 & 38 will have self-serve sand and bags
🚗 Remember: Never drive through flooded roads.
Stay safe and dry, Pasadena!

WHAT’S HAPPENING
Wednesday
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Macbeth by William Shakespeare: A Noise Within presents Macbeth by William Shakespeare. Directed by Andi Chapman. 7:30 PM.
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Tommy Siegel discusses The Secret Lives of Candy Hearts: Tommy Siegel’s Candy Hearts comics reveal the most awkward and amusing truths about relationships. Vroman’s Bookstore. 7:00 PM.
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MusiKaravan at the Playhouse: Experience an evening of lively and spontaneous music with MusiKaravan at Sierra Madre Playhouse. This dynamic trio offers everything from French chansons and Monti’s Czardas to Korean pop tunes and Vivaldi classics. 7:30 PM.
Thursday
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She Means Business: Galentine’s Expo: networking event designed to showcase amazing businesses with love demos and presentations. 2594 E Colorado Blvd at 5:30 PM.
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I Love Lindy Hop Rhythm Relief Fund: Support your fellow LindyGroove artists and a great cause! This Thursday, purchase an art print from a LindyGroove artist and receive free entry to LindyGroove for the night. All proceeds will go to the Rhythm Relief Fund, helping dancers impacted by the fires. Join us in making a difference while celebrating art and our amazing dance community!
Save the Date
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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
Eaton Fire Town Hall
Join the town hall at Hotel Dena for an informational session with attorneys who can help you understand your rights, insurance claims, and potential actions against responsible parties. 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Wednesday
52 🌡️ 51 |🌧️| 💨 E 6 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 31 (Good)
Thursday
56 🌡️ 51 |🌥️| 💨 S 11 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.

MUSIC
Amor Prohibido: Live Tribute to Selena
Step into Valentines’ with un Amor Prohibido, a LIVE tribute to SELENA with 2 time Grammy nominee JASMIN LOPEZ performing all her hits and beyond. This is FREE EVENT with 2×1 Drinks all night long. Enjoy fun Valentines’ Dance hits with DJ Jack Tames. The Mixx, 8:00 PM.

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