Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as cool as snow.
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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YBMC Shifts Focus
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LA County Approves Comprehensive Recovery Plan
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Keychain Project
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Events this week
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Save the Date
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Live Music
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
THE DIGEST
YBMC Shifts Focus
In response to the recent Eaton Fire that has displaced numerous students and families in Pasadena and Altadena, the 16th Annual Young Black Males Conference (YBMC) has adapted its focus to offer restorative healing and community support. Scheduled for February 7, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Caltech, the event will host over 200 young men from 8th grade through college, primarily from the Pasadena Unified School District and nearby regions. The conference aims to provide essential resources, mentorship, and workshops tailored to address the unique challenges faced by these students in the aftermath of the fire.
LA County Approves Comprehensive Recovery Plan
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved a comprehensive recovery plan to assist affected residents and businesses. Initiated by Board Chair Kathryn Barger and Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, the plan emphasizes immediate relief and long-term resilience, focusing on vulnerable populations by offering financial assistance and waiving certain building code requirements. The strategy includes streamlining permitting processes, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and actively seeking funding from various sources. Additionally, extensive community outreach programs will be launched to guide individuals through the recovery process, ensuring transparency and accountability through regular monitoring by the County’s Auditor-Controller. The full motion can be found here.
The Keychain Project began as a heartfelt idea from Kate Sullivan, who, after losing her home and workspace of 25 years, suggested creating a memorial from the keys of homes lost in the recent wildfires. Volunteers, including Nancy Larrew and Caty Maxey, have come together to make this vision a reality, collecting donated house keys as a symbol of resilience and remembrance for those affected. Keys hold deep meaning—representing security, familiarity, and daily routines—and by repurposing them into a tribute, the project aims to offer healing and solidarity to impacted communities. Drop-off locations, such as Samy’s Camera in Pasadena, are being organized for key donations. To support this initiative, spread the word and save your keys.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING
Monday
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🔭Astronomy on Tap: Fast radio bursts are explosions that can outshine an entire galaxy for a brief moment-but what causes them? Feb. 3 at 7:30 PM
Learn more about Astronomy on tap on the brand new News N’ Roses blog!
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🏛️Small Business Fire Recovery: Rep. Judy Chu’s small business fire recovery event will provide small businesses affected or destroyed by the Eaton Fire with information on available disaster assistance, 10 AM – 2 PM
Tuesday
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💫New Era In Astronomy: Pasadena Village presents a talk that introduce astronomy topics to about the origin of the universe, 10 AM
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📝Eaton Fire Informational Meeting: meeting to discuss your rights and potential claims, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
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📖Jacqueline Winspear discusses The Comfort of Ghosts: Psychologist and investigator Maisie Dobbs unravels a profound mystery from her past in a war-torn nation grappling with its future, 7 PM
Save the Date
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💎SoCal Etsy Guild Market: A day of handmade fun! Live Art, Handmade Vendors, and Much More, Feb. 8
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🧧 Lunar New Year: At One Colorado! A Free event with Live Music, dancing, crafting and giveaways, Feb. 8
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🍔Cheeseburger Week: showcasing Pasadena’s burger impresarios at their finest, Feb. 23rd – Mar. 1
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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
Road Closure
Starting Monday, February 3, 2025, Pasadena will commence resurfacing Glenarm Street between El Molino Avenue and Arroyo Parkway, following last summer’s water main installation. This project, part of the city’s Annual Citywide Street Resurfacing Program, includes crack sealing, microsurfacing, and repainting, and is expected to continue through March 11. Work will occur on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with adjustments to minimize school traffic disruptions. While access to local businesses will be maintained, residents may experience some traffic impacts during this period.
The Pasadena City Council is set for today at 6 PM. The city council is composed of Mayor Victor Gordo, Councilmember Jess Rivas (Vice Mayor) – District 5, Councilmember Tyron Hampton – District 1, Councilmember Rick Cole – District 2, Justine Jones – District 3, Councilmember Gene Masuda – District 4, Councilmember Steve Madison – District 6, Councilmember
The City of Pasadena’s 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan is overseen by the Deferred Compensation Committee. The Committee consists of five members: three members elected by City employees; two appointed by the Pasadena City Council. The meeting will be held Tuesday, February 4th at 12 PM.
The Human Relations Commission meets 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM . This commission engages in activities designed to aid in elimination of prejudice, intolerance and discrimination against individuals or groups because of race, religion, national origin, sex or cultural background.
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Monday
71 🌡️ 48 |⛅| 💨 S 5 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 94 (Moderate)
Tuesday
62 🌡️ 52 |⛅| 💨 S 6 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
LIVE MUSIC
Lineage Performing Arts Center presents Chris Pierce & Lineage Dancers! Proceeds will go towards St. Mark’s School and Pasadena Educational Foundation, Feb. 3rd at 7 PM
Healing Force of The Universe presents a night of folk music, Feb. 7th at 8 PM
Since 2023, Jason Luckett, a local musician, has brought together artists to host a showcase of talent at Archetype Yoga, Feb. 8th at 8 PM
Live Tribute to The Cure at the Mixx, Feb. 14th at 8 PM
Celebrating 24 years as one of Ireland’s leading traditional bands! Presented by Pasadena Folk Music Society at Caltech’s Beckman Institute Auditorium , March 1 at 8 PM
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