Monrovia lit its city Christmas tree in library Park tonight.
- Brad Haugaard
Boys and Girls Club Holding Annual Festival of Trees Fundraiser
Monrovia's Boys & Girls Club of the Foothills will host its annual Festival of Trees fundraiser on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 7 p.m. at Annandale Golf Club in Pasadena. The event features decorated Christmas trees, festive wreaths, holiday decor, and exclusive experiences available for raffle or auction. Tickets available here. Includes valet parking, cocktail reception, dinner, live music, and dancing. The club serves youth and families with academic enrichment, social-emotional programs, and skilled mentors.
- Brad Haugaard
Apple Pie - A Truly Professional Family Dog
Apple Pie is a 7-year-old lab mix who’s the epitome of a “professional family dog.” Apple Pie is a sweet, polite boy who’s thriving in a foster home. The foster family reports that he’s completely house-trained, walks beautifully on a leash, and has impeccable manners! He loves accompanying kids on their walk to school, then settling down for naps on rugs in their rooms to keep them company.
In the backyard, Apple Pie has a blast burying toys, sunbathing, and playing with a senior chihuahua buddy. His favorite treats include hot dogs, and after putting on some much-needed weight, he’s looking extra handsome with his shiny coat after a recent bath.
Apple Pie is the perfect companion and is ready to bring love, loyalty, and laughter to a new forever family. Come meet him this handsome boy-you’ll instantly fall in love!
Apple Pie and all other pets over five years old have their adoption fees waived throughout November in celebration of Adopt-A-Senior-Pet Month!
The normal adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 2:00 – 5:00. For those who prefer, adoption appointments are available daily from 10:30 – 1:30 and can be scheduled online. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
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.
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: President of the Womans Club from 1915-1916
Mrs. C.T. Renaker, President of the Monrovia Womans Club from 1915-1916. The Woman’s Club was "not only a study club, but it early became a potent force in the advancement of civic improvements behind which they always threw their enthusiastic influence in co-operation with the men. The Club was admitted to the State Federation in 1900 and to the General Federation in 1902. So influential did this organization become that its support was always sought in all public matters. It participated in the reorganization of the Chamber of Commerce and had four of its members placed upon the directorate of that body. Its members initiated the movement, which resulted in securing the Public Library and in fact were forceful elements in the furthering of all public affairs. The Woman's Club is and always has been one of the important forums of information and advancement of thought in the city. They bring before them noted public speakers upon all living subjects and thus become the intellectual center of the city. The Club threw the full force of its influence behind the enactment of the community property law, which the California legislature passed a few years ago by the aid of the women's Organizations." From the Monrovia Woman's Club collection. See full details here.
A Bit of Monrovia (and Personal) History
I couldn’t resist posting this, as it is both a bit of personal and Monrovia history. In going through boxes and boxes of my mother’s articles, stories, books, journals, photos, and so forth, I came upon this letter from Almera Romney, who was honored in 2022 by the city (details) for her efforts at desegregating Monrovia schools. Romney invited my mother and other authors to an open house at Mayflower School. I would guess she was invited because of her book, Myeko’s Gift, which was a fairly popular children’s book about a young Japanese girl who immigrated to the United States and had difficulties - but finally success- in adjusting to her American school. From other letters, she also spoke at the Monrovia Library, but I think posting one letter is enough.
- - Brad Haugaard
Event for Neurodivergent Children
There will be a sensory-friendly early morning event for neurodivergent children ages 2 and older, such as children with sensory processing challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and/or ADHD, to enjoy the library in a less stimulating environment. Book check-outs, sensory toys, and art supplies to practice independent creative skills. Registration suggested, here.
- Brad Haugaard
Read to a Friendly Dog - for New Readers
New readers through fifth grade can read one-on-one to a friendly dog at the library tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 19. Registration required, here.
- Brad Haugaard
Kids Can Make Stuff at Library Today
Children 5-12 can create, play, tinker, and learn using different materials and tools at the Library, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Grow Monrovia Asks for Change of Tree Plan at New In-N-Out
- Brad Haugaard
Lyft Price for Riders May Increase; Council to Consider How to Use Measure K Sales Tax Money
~ Changing the GoMonrovia transportation program to give Lyft riders a $3 discount on qualifying rides. So, if a ride costs $10, the city will pay $3 and the rider will pay $7. Currently if a ride costs $10 the rider pays $3 and the city pays the rest. Blame rising costs.
Also, both the Lyft program and the ride program for seniors (Monrovia Transit) would change their service hours to 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on weekdays and until 1 a.m. on weekends.
In 2023-24, GoMonrovia completed 162,310 trips, a 30 percent increase from 2022-2023 and Monrovia Transit increased its annual trips rising from 8,716 to 14,601. In the first quarter of this fiscal year, the city spent about $633,249 on its transportation programs: $314,536 on Lyft and $318,713 on Monrovia Transit. Details.
~ What should the city do with the Measure K sales tax money Monrovians approved? The council will consider spending it on:
- Construction on Satoru Tsuneishi Park (behind Chick-fil-A)
- Buying land for affordable housing
- Senior programs
- Design and engineering of Community Center
- Library enhancements
- Resurfacing Peck and Myrtle roads
- Resurfacing and putting signals on Mountain Avenue
The city has $22 million in the Measure K sales tax kitty and these seven projects would cost about $16 million. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Meetings Set to Explain School District Plan to Deal With Financial Difficulties
Because of these financial challenges the district will hold meetings on its Fiscal Stabilization Plan, with Superintendent Dr. Paula Hart-Rodas discussing how funding gaps will affect schools. Meetings are Nov. 19 at 5:30 p.m. and Nov. 22 at 11:30 a.m. at the district offices at 325 E. Huntington Drive, and Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m. virtually. Details on the virtual meeting to come.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Samson the Bear Christmas Ornament on Sale
A new Monrovia Christmas tree ornament, featuring Samson the Bear, is now available for $17. The ceramic piece supports local art. Available in person at City Hall or online here, while supplies last. Call 359-9261 for more info.
- Brad Haugaard
Thanksgiving and Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 20 at Library Park
Monrovia's Thanksgiving and Christmas Tree Lighting will be held Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Library Park. The free event will feature live performances, activities, arts and crafts, hay rides, and tree lighting at 6 p.m. For details contact the Community Center at 256-8246.
- Brad Haugaard
Applications Open for Monrovia Board and Commission
There are openings for two city offices, on the Library Board (term ends June 2025; apply by Nov. 18) and the Community Services Commission (term ends June 2027; apply by Nov. 25). Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
Food ED to Host 'Brew Hum Bug' Event Dec. 6
Monrovia's Food ED will hold a Brew Hum Bug holiday gathering on Dec. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mt. Lowe Brewery, 150 E. St. Joseph St., Arcadia. Free pollinator kits available. Get free tickets using code COME4FREE. Enjoy drinks and complimentary refreshments. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
New Playground Unveiling at Rotary Park Tomorrow
Rotary Park's new playground will be unveiled tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. at 401 California Ave. The playground features a rubberized surface, new signs, native landscaping, and new benches and picnic tables. Attendees will receive swag.
- Brad Haugaard
Grow Monrovia Wants Volunteers to Plant Trees Along Myrtle
Grow Monrovia and the Foothill Tree Committee will plant 42 trees on South Myrtle, enhancing aesthetics and improving air quality. Volunteers are needed for the event on Nov. 23, from 8 a.m. to noon. Register here or contact info@growmonrovia.org for more details.
- Brad Haugaard
Dinner at Fillet Sushi
Dinner at the new Fillet Sushi restaurant on the east side of Myrtle about a half block north of Olive. Got the Rainbow Crunch Roll for $15. The restaurant’s alcohol license is coming soon. Tasty. Very good quality.
- Brad Haugaard
In-N-Out To Break Ground on New Monrovia Restaurant
City Manager Dylan Feik reports that In-N-Out is set to break ground next week on a new restaurant at 560 W. Huntington Drive, the former Black Angus site. The project team recently received a demolition permit, allowing work to begin the week of Nov. 18. The single-story, 3,879-square-foot restaurant will feature indoor seating for 84, patio seating for 40, and a drive-thru accommodating up to 26 cars.
- Brad Haugaard
Christmas Toy Drive for Children's Hospital on Saturday, Dec 7
The Monrovia Guild of Children's Hospital Los Angeles will hold its Annual Christmas Toy Drive on Saturday, Dec 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tired Iron Works, 135 E Foothill Blvd. Entertainment, vintage automobiles, a taco truck and other goodies. Entry requires donating an unwrapped toy or making a monetary contribution. Donations can also be made here. For CHLA toy giving guidelines see here.
- Brad Haugaard
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