On May 5, Monrovia School District held its 4th annual Femineer Summit, with more than 100 students presenting projects. Students in grades 4–5 focused on coding; grade 6 designs on wearable tech.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia School District holds Femineer engineering summit
On May 5, Monrovia School District held its 4th annual Femineer Summit, with more than 100 students presenting projects. Students in grades 4–5 focused on coding; grade 6 designs on wearable tech.
A Moment in Monrovia History: WWII fighter pilot visited by boxing champion
Monrovian Lt. David Wicks of 918 Crescent Drive, a P-38 pilot serving in the South Pacific during World War II, was hospitalized with malaria in 1945, and got a visit from Coast Guard Commander Jack Dempsey, the former heavyweight boxing champion. From the Dick Singer collection. See full details here.
For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.
- Brad Haugaard
Author to sign books at Black Cat Fables, May 9
- Brad Haugaard
Senior celebrity Bella is an easygoing German Shepherd ready for her second chance
Meet sweet Bella at Pasadena Humane! Bella has spent years being a loyal companion, and now this wonderful golden-age senior German Shepherd is ready for a second chance with a family she can call her own. She's a bit of a local celebrity—an adoption event star who's often out in the community on walks with her foster or volunteers.
Easygoing and relaxed, Bella takes new places and people in stride. Whether it's a quiet afternoon at home or a neighborhood stroll, she's happiest by your side. If you're looking for a calm, loving companion, Bella might be your perfect match! She's also available for an adoption trial, making it easy to see how naturally she could become part of your everyday life.
The 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 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 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
Free Virtual Workshop on Native Plant Landscaping Set for May 7
The Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District, in partnership with UC Master Gardeners, will hold a free virtual landscape workshop on Thursday, May 7, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. The workshop covers California native plants from the San Gabriel Valley and San Gabriel Mountains, including how they support local pollinators, how to identify invasive plants, and which varieties work best in home gardens. To register, visit this link; questions can be directed to Katherine@usgvmwd.org.
- Brad Haugaard
Route 66 celebration at Recreation Park
Some of the displays at the Route 66 celebration at Recreation Park today. Old cars, including an old Plymouth that belonged to former city historian Steve Baker, trailer homes, the original Monrovia Seagrave fire truck, music, and a giant orange, representing the McDonald brothers first food stand, here in Monrovia.
- Brad Haugaard
Storytime with Park Naturalists, May 9
Storytime with Park Naturalists at Station Square Park. Stories and activities for children to age 5 with accompanying adults. Sat, May 9, 10 to 10:45 a.m. Also, music, movement, and nature topics led by city park naturalists. For questions call the Library at 256-8274. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Yarn and Fabric Hangout May 12 at Library
Yarn and Fabric Hangout at the Library Story Room, May 12, 6 to 7 p.m. Teens and adults may bring embroidery, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, mending, or other portable crafts to work on while socializing. Sewing machines available for small projects, with instruction provided. Bring your own supplies; limited materials available. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia teams in top 10 in regional Stock Market Game
Five Monrovia school teams ranked in the top 10 (including first and second places!) out of 900 competing teams for the region in The Stock Market Game, a simulation of investing and of the global capital markets.
- Brad Haugaard
Special Ed teacher Rebecca Alarcon named Teacher of the Year
- Brad Haugaard
'Get Your Kicks' Route 66 Centennial Celebration at Recreation Park, May 3
"Get Your Kicks," a free Route 66 Centennial Celebration, will be at Recreation Park on May 3 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features vintage cars, live music, food vendors, Route 66 merchandise, face painting, and a passport stamping station. The museum's Route 66 exhibit will also be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Walk with a Doc free monthly walks at Recreation Park; next walk May 2
Walk with a Doc is a new free monthly walking program at Recreation Park, pairing community members with local healthcare providers for a one-hour walk and health discussion. Walks are open to all ages and start at the Boys and Girls Club entrance, 620 S. Shamrock Ave. The next walk is May 2 at 9 a.m.; the topic is "Lifestyle Medicine." Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Free parent support group at First Lutheran Church begins May 6
First Lutheran Church (1323 South Magnolia Ave.) is launching a free monthly Parent Support Group for parents and grandparents of children to age five. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month starting May 6 at 7 p.m. Childcare is provided by First Lutheran's preschool staff.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Historical Museum opens Route 66 exhibit, 'A Road Through Time'
The Monrovia Historical Museum has opened its newest exhibit, "Route 66: A Road Through Time," timed to coincide with the Route 66 Centennial celebration. The exhibit is open during regular museum hours, Sundays and Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Current Local Job Opportunities - May
Also, drop by America's Job Center of California at the Monrovia Community Adult School at 920 S. Mountain Ave., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday or Wednesday, or from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.
And some more links for nearby:
LA County
And even more general:
CalJOBS (state employment)
- Brad Haugaard
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