Chick-fil-A Monrovia will host a Fall Fest Monday, Oct. 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 820 W. Huntington Drive. The family event will include face painting, music and fall games. Pumpkin painting requires an RSVP through the store’s Instagram account, and supplies are limited.
- Brad Haugaard
Meet True, a sweet and silly husky who’s the true definition of a good time! This clever girl loves fetch, making new friends and turning any outing into an adventure. Whether she’s chasing a ball or splashing around in a kiddie pool, True brings plenty of playful energy and charm wherever she goes. Ready for a little fun and a lot of love? Come meet True at Pasadena Humane and see if she’s your perfect match!
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
Earth Commons Community Garden will host an outdoor screening of Disney-Pixar’s “Coco” Friday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. at 777 E. Greystone Ave. A Mexican-themed potluck begins at 6:15 p.m. All are welcome. Details.
- Brad Haugaard
A youngster glides across a field of snow in Library Park, trucked in for Snow Day in Old Town in 2003. 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
Ornaments will be sold through the city’s online store, with proceeds supporting public art. The committee meets at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 415 S. Ivy Ave. (agenda here).
- Brad Haugaard
Anna was an educator, suffragist and civil rights leader who founded the Anna H. Jones Club in Monrovia to support students pursuing higher education. Sophia was the first African American woman to graduate from the University of Michigan Medical School and founded Spelman College’s nursing program.
The Art in Public Places Committee will consider recommending a design and spending up to $20,000 to the City Council: $15,000 for the artwork and $5,000 for its pole and informational plaque. Staff reports three proposals meet the requirements. If approved, installation and a celebration are planned for winter 2027.
The committee meets Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 415 S. Ivy Ave. (agenda here).
- Brad Haugaard
USC Arcadia Hospital will offer free health screenings for adults 18 and older Sunday, Oct. 25, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Services include blood tests, flu shots, breast exams, blood pressure checks, vision and hearing screenings, and consultations with physicians and dietitians. No registration is required. Those receiving blood tests should consume only water after 11:30 p.m. Saturday. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
A large crowd of several hundred people crowded the Kay Dalton room at the Community Center this afternoon to view the new movie, Monrovia’s Route 66. The movie will be posted on YouTube shortly.- Brad Haugaard
In light of the shootings at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, Monrovia schools Superintendent Paula Hart Rodas writes:
“Please know that providing a secure environment for your children is the absolute highest priority at Monrovia Unified. We are continuously evaluating and strengthening our campus security protocols in close coordination with local law enforcement agencies and school security experts. Protecting our schools is not a static goal but an active, daily commitment, and our staff remains thoroughly trained and vigilant to ensure our campuses are safe havens for learning.”
Rodas also said school counselors and mental health professionals are available across all campuses to help students distressed by news of school violence. She urged parents to check in with their children, listen to their worries, acknowledge their feelings and reassure them that adults are working to protect them.
- Brad Haugaard
The Monrovia Historical Museum will sell merchandise at its booth at the Street Rods Forever car show this Saturday, Oct. 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Myrtle Avenue in Old Town. Proceeds support the museum.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia is reminding drivers to slow down and watch for people walking during National Pedestrian Safety Month in October. The city recommends following speed limits, slowing at intersections and marked or unmarked crosswalks, taking extra care at night or in poor weather, avoiding distractions and driving sober. An estimated 7,080 pedestrians were killed nationwide in 2024, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
The Library Board will consider the report at t its next meeting Thursday, October 22, at 7 p.m. (agenda here). The meeting will be in the Community Center’s Monroe Room, 119 W. Palm Avenue.
- Brad Haugaard