- Brad Haugaard
Line dancing lessons at VFW
Beginner line dancing at the Monrovia VFW at Magnolia and Walnut, on second and fourth Thursdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Beginner lesson at 6 p.m., review at 7 p.m., improver lesson at 7:30 p.m., followed by dancing. $10 for the evening; free for VFW members and spectators. All ages welcome.
Tickets and information A Moment in Monrovia History: A Bird's-Eye View from the Southeast, c. 1903-1906
This view of Monrovia from the southeast, taken between 1903 and 1906, captures a number of the town's early homes, including the J.I. Case and Studebaker houses along Banana Avenue (now Hillcrest) and Mills View. The home in the foreground may be part of the Spence property on Myrtle Avenue, near an orange orchard shown on an 1904 map of the area. From the Myron Hotchkiss 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
Pixie is a sweet, silly 2-year-old Shepherd with a heart full of affection
Pixie is a little bit of magic! This sweet 2-year-old Shepherd has a playful, silly personality and a heart full of affection. She loves meeting new people, getting all the pets and cuddles she can, and showing off her big, happy smile. She's also smart, eager to learn, and treat-motivated, making her a wonderful companion for adventures and training.
Pixie has enjoyed spending time with kids and other dogs on her foster field trips and loves exploring on her walks before settling in for some cozy couch time. With her affectionate nature and playful spirit, Pixie has a special way of making every day feel a little more magical. Come meet Pixie at Pasadena Humane!
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
Dunkin' Donuts opening tomorrow, Aug. 19
The new Dunkin' Donuts shop at 707 E. Huntington (in the shopping center at Huntington and Shamrock) will hold its grand opening tomorrow, Aug. 19, starting at 9 a.m.
- Brad Haugaard
Here are the city and school district candidates for the Nov. 3 election
Here is the candidate lineup for Monrovia city and school district offices to be decided at the Nov. 3 election:
City
Mayor: Incumbent Becky Shevlin is running unopposed.
Two City Council seats: Incumbents Tamala Kelly and Larry Spicer are running, along with challenger Jesus Rojas.
City Clerk: Incumbent Alice Atkins is running unopposed.
City Treasurer: Incumbent Janet Wall is running unopposed.
School Board
For Area 3: New candidate William Wong is running unopposed. Board Vice President Lockerbie has decided not to run for re-election.
For Area 5: Incumbent Maritza Travanti and challenger Abby Veltman are running.
- Brad Haugaard
Sheriff’s Department Steps Up Fight Against Copper Wire Theft
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is increasing enforcement against copper theft after investigators recovered suspected stolen telecommunications cable during an Aug. 6 inspection in South El Monte. Officials warn that metal theft can disrupt utilities and public services; witnesses should not confront suspects but should call 911 when a crime is in progress. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
County Assessor to Discuss Property Taxes and Monrovia Assessments
Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang will discuss Monrovia’s 2026 assessment roll, property-tax savings, Proposition 19, fraud alerts and reassessments at a Lunch & Learn on Monday, Aug. 31, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Monrovia Public Library Community Room. Admission is free for Chamber members and $15 for non-members. Details and registration here.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital to hold fundraiser, Oct. 3
The Monrovia Guild of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Autumn Tea fundraiser will be held Saturday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Jordan Hall, Church of the Good Shepherd, 400 W. Duarte Road, Arcadia. Guest speaker will be Jenny Barker, “The Flower Doctor.” Tickets are available here for $50 per person. Proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Fire & Rescue training in Canyon Park, Aug. 18, 20, 22
Monrovia Fire & Rescue will host Urban Search and Rescue training drills in Canyon Park on Aug. 18, 20, and 22, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Neighboring fire agencies will participate. Canyon Park will remain open but a small portion of trail access may be briefly paused as needed.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police DUI checkpoint, Sep. 4
The Monrovia Police Department will conduct a DUI checkpoint Friday, Sep. 4, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location within city limits. For questions contact Sgt. Damien Bartholomy at 626-256-8020 or dbartholomy@monroviapd.org. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Food ED Green Care Day, Sep. 12
Food ED Green Care Day is Sep. 12, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., with multiple volunteer sites across Monrovia. Groups and organizations are welcome. RSVP online here.
- Brad Haugaard
Free wildfire insurance webinar, Sep. 17
Fire Safe Foothills and CORE will host a free webinar on homeowner's insurance and wildfire preparedness Sep. 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register here. Questions: firesafefoothills@coreresponse.org.
- Brad Haugaard
Fountain to the Falls 10K Run/Walk, Sep. 19
The Fountain to the Falls 10K Run and Walk returns Sep. 19, 7 a.m. to noon, starting and ending at the Library Park Fountain, 321 S. Myrtle Ave. The 6.38-mile course goes through Monrovia's northern neighborhoods and into Canyon Park, reaching the Canyon Park Waterfall.
Every participant receives a commemorative medal; awards go to top finishers in each age group. Registration opens Aug. 17. Contact Community Services at 626-256-8246. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
Coming Up in Monrovia
Jazz and R&B Festival at Station Square Park, Aug. 15
Teen Game Hangout at the Library, Aug. 21
Sensory-Friendly Morning for Neurodivergent Children at the Library, Aug. 22
Kids Can Turn Nature Into Art at Canyon Park, Aug. 22
Free emergency preparedness training for families, Aug. 22 and 29
Pop-up Makerspace for Teens at the Library, Aug. 26
San Gabriel Valley Choral Company Holding Auditions Sept. 1 and 15
- Brad Haugaard
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