Dinner at Chipotle
Dinner at Chipotle, on the south side of Huntington Drive in the Huntington Oaks Shopping Center. Got a “bowl” with carnitas for $10:30, plus $2.85 for guacamole, and a soft drink for $2.92. It was delicious!
- Brad Haugaard
Shadow Likes Eveybody - Handsome Too!
Shadow is not only super handsome, he's also such a good boy! He is an energetic and outgoing lab mix who is about 3 years old.
Shadow has become quite a favorite of the volunteers at Pasadena Humane. He’s gone on some field trips and even had an overnight stay with a foster family. He has spent time with other dogs and kids- he seems to like everyone he meets!
He also appears to be housetrained, and he knows some tricks. He’ll happily sit or give you a paw for a treat. He loves treats, so additional training will be a breeze!
Shadow definitely wants to be someone’s shadow. He follows you around with a happy grin on his face until you acknowledge his presence and remind him that he’s a good boy.
Shadow is ready for his forever home- maybe with you?
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
View photos of adoptable pets and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Bulky Item Drop-Off Station Square Oct. 28
Bulky item drop-off at Station Square on Oct. 28, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Water heater, furnace, bed springs, bed frame, mattress, dresser, couch, washer, dryer, stove, microwave, table, chairs, refrigerator
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: Kirkenschlager's Tonsorial Parlor, Around 1896
620 S Myrtle, which became the Gem City Barber shop, Henry Kirkenschlager, proprietor. "Nearly five years ago Henry Kirkenschlager came to Monrovia from Kansas, to join the large colony here from that state. Shortly after arrival he opened a first-class tonsorial parlor and bath-rooms, and ever since has been enjoying a most liberal patronage. Kirk's tonsorial parlor is at the corner of Lemon and Myrtle avenues. He also has bath rooms in connection with his shop, and in addition conducts the agency of the Anchor Laundry of Los Angeles." Monrovia Messenger Souvenir Edition 1897. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.
Teen Drop-In Do-It-Yourself Event at Library on Wednesday
- Brad Haugaard
Fine Arts Group Posts Preview of Artists Displaying Their Work at 'Art in the Park' on Oct. 7
- Brad Haugaard
Wild Rose's Alison Meloserdoff Named One of LA County Teachers of the Year
Alison Meloserdoff, a teacher at Monrovia's Wild Rose School of Creative Arts, has been named one of the 2023-24 LA County Teachers of the Year by the LA County Office of Education for her dedication to education and innovative teaching methods. She advances to represent Los Angeles County in the upcoming California Teachers of the Year competition.
- Brad Haugaard
Road, Water, and Sewer Improvements Begin Oct. 2
Work will begin October 2 on the city's Comprehensive Street Improvement Project to fix road, water, and sewer systems. For questions call Public Works at 932-5575. Shown above are the streets - and the two parking lots just south of the library - that will be resurfaced.
- Brad Haugaard
Five New Eagle Scouts Honored at Scout Ceremony
On September 11 of this year, five Boy Scouts from Troop 66 were awarded the rank of Eagle Scout at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor ceremony at Look Cinema, and each received from Mayor Becky Shevlin the Presidential Volunteer Service Award for their dedication and community service. The five honorees were Willem Robert Aponno, Guillermo "Memo" Cordoba, Gabriel Nikolas Fierro, Degas Miguel Peters, and James Rangel Vierra. Each of these scouts performed a major community project.
Aponno helped expand the genealogical database of the Billion Graves Project by more than 15,000 genealogical records.
Cordoba completely rebuild benches at St. Anthony Parish Church.
Fierro's Project Flagbearer focuses on educating the community about flag etiquette and retirement procedures.
Peters' project was building community cat shelters for cats to be placed after trap, neuter, and release.
Vierra rehabilitated the Veteran’s Memorial in Monrovia Canyon Park.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Ex Returns Uninvited, Gets Arrested; Thief Abandons Truck When Law Gets Too Close; Woman Bonked on Head as Men Fight in Bar; Etc.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
September 14 at 12:14 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Primrose and Olive when she saw a motorist commit several traffic violations. A traffic stop was conducted and when the officer approached the vehicle, the officer suspected that the driver was under the influence of a controlled substance. A field investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Grand Theft Auto Recovered
September 14 at 3:37 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of E. Lemon was inside his house when he heard his truck outside starting. He went out and saw someone had just stolen his vehicle. Officers saw the truck traveling at a high rate of speed. They attempted to catch up to the stolen truck, but were unsuccessful. It was last seen passing Clark in the city of El Monte. The El Monte Police Department was notified, and they located the truck unoccupied. This investigation is continuing.
Trespassing – Suspect Arrested
September 14 at 6:11 p.m., a resident in the 1800 block of S. Tenth called to report that his ex-boyfriend was at his property and he wanted the subject to leave. Officers spoke with the subject and the subject left. Several hours later the subject returned, despite the trespass warning. Officers arrived, arrested and took the subject into custody.
Wanted Person / Drug Offenses – Suspect Arrested
September 14 at 7:58 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle when she saw a subject she recognized from prior contacts. She had knowledge that the subject was wanted for assault with a deadly weapon. The officer detained the subject and a computer search confirmed that he was a wanted person. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
September 15 at 9:17 a.m., a victim in the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista called to report that someone went into her unlocked vehicle during the night and stole jewelry, shoes, and bags. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
September 15 at 9:21 a.m., a resident in the 1100 block of Sesmas reported that he parked his vehicle on the street and when he came out the next morning his vehicle was gone. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
September 16 at 11:00 a.m., a victim in a gas station in the 1500 block of S. Myrtle called to report that when he walked into the gas station someone went into his vehicle and took money.
Grand Theft Auto
September 15 at 11:01 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of Royal Oaks called to report that his work truck had been stolen from the street. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Battery
September 17 at 6:39 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of Fano called to report hearing what sounded like a domestic dispute in the adjacent apartment complex. Officers arrived located a female victim who stated that her boyfriend had battered her. He was gone by the time officers arrived. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication
September 17 at 7:40 p.m., a call was received of a person unconscious in a park in the 300 block of S. Myrtle Ave. Officers responded and located a person who was so intoxicated he presented a danger to himself. He was arrested, housed for sobering, and later released on citation.
Grand Theft Auto
September 18 at 2:25 a.m., a victim in the 300 block of E. Olive called to report that a group of unknown suspects had just stolen his motorcycle off the street. Officers arrived, but the suspects were gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
September 19 at 7:15 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of Montana reported a male adult who appeared to be heavily intoxicated. Officers arrived and located the subject. He was found to be too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Public Intoxication
September 19 at 8:25 p.m., a resident in the 1500 block of Encino reported hearing a female outside yelling profanities. Officers arrived and located the female adult. She was heavily intoxicated and unable to care for her own safety. No one was around who could care for her, so she was arrested. After sobering she was released and waited in our lobby for an Uber. She did not know how she ended up in Monrovia, but she thought she may have left her car at BJ's in Arcadia and walked to Monrovia.
Fight
September 19 at 9:32 p.m., employees from a bar in the 100 block of E. Olive reported a male subject fighting with another male and chairs were being thrown. The suspect fled prior to officers arriving and could not be located. Prior to leaving it was discovered he hit a female patron with a chair over her head, but she refused medical attention. This investigation is continuing.
Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
September 19 at 9:39 p.m., a caller reported seeing a suspicious male adult loitering in front of a building in the 800 block of E. Olive. Officers arrived and located the male who was found to be sleeping in front of the front doors of the building. He was contacted and a computer check revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
September 20 at 5:31 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of S. Heliotrope reported the catalytic converter from his vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
September 20 at 6:24 a.m., a victim in the 300 block of W. Lime reported that the catalytic converter was stolen from his vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Dinner at DVine Mediterranean Express
Dinner at DVine Mediterranean Express, in the Vons parking lot at Myrtle and Foothill. Got the Hummus with Chicken Shawarma, with tabouleh and cucumber yogurt salad as sides, for $17.99 and a soda for $1.99. Lots of food and delicious!
- Brad Haugaard
Flint Fertig Reportedly Interim Monrovia Schools Superintendent
Fertig is in charge of Alternative Education, including Canyon Oaks High School, Mountain Park School, and Monrovia Community Adult School.
I did an article about Fertig years ago and was highly impressed by him. You can see it here.
- Brad Haugaard
Mike the Beaming Boxer - Like a Kid in a Candy Store
Who can resist Mike's smile?! Not us! This four-year-old boxer beams from ear to ear whenever he gets visitors, and his tail wags non-stop when he gets pets.
Mike was so shy when he first arrived at the shelter that he would even hide in the back of his kennel. Now we're getting to see his true personality, and he is FUN. He loves going to the training yard and exploring. He adores toys and games and bounces from one toy to another like a kid in a candy store. All traces of shyness seem to be behind him, and his bubbly personality is on full display.
He also is quite cuddly when he settles down. He curls up close for pets and will put his big head in your lap for more. Mike is also very clever- he loves to show off all his tricks whenever he sees a treat.
Mike is just so excited to meet everyone he can't help but smile!
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. View photos of adoptable pets and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
A Moment in Monrovia History: First Photo of a Monrovia Land Sale
The Ocean View subdivision sale pictured here included the area bounded by what is now known as Hillcrest, Greystone, Myrtle and Canyon. This is the earliest picture of a land sale in Monrovia; the first actual land sale was May 17, 1886. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.
Children's Innovation Lab at Library Wednesday
Monrovia Public Library will host Innovation Lab on Sept 20, this Wednesday, from 4-5 p.m. in the Story Room, for children from 6 to 11 years old. It will feature a STEAM-related activity. Registration is required, here. For children and accompanying adults; drop-offs are not permitted. Contact the library at jtuszynski@ci.monrovia.ca.us or 256-8274 for more information.
-Brad Haugaard
School Board May Appoint Interim Superintendent
The Monrovia School Board will meet in special closed session
- Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release
- Appointment - Interim Superintendent
Although the individual referred to in item 1 is not specified, Superintendent Ryan Smith has been criticized on social media lately and his performance was recently evaluated by the school board. Also, the need to appoint an interim superintendent suggests that the current superintendent may not be in charge for much longer.
There will be an opportunity for public comment before the closed session, and a report on any action taken during the closed session when the board reconvenes in public. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
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