Lunch at Something Healthy Cafe

Lunch at Something Healthy Cafe, on the east side of Shamrock, just north of Huntington. Got the Half and Half with half a Rosemary Sandwich and a bowl of coconut-based soup for $11.50 and a blueberry lemonade for $2.75. Really delicious!

- Brad Haugaard 

The Forgotten Northwest Corner of Monrovia

Did you know there is a part of Monrovia that is only accessible by road if you drive through two other cities?

Here it is. It is just a twist in the Chantry Flat Road that cuts through a corner of Monrovia. You have to go through Arcadia and Sierra Madre to get to it. It appears that in laying out Monrovia’s northern boundary someone just took a ruler and drew a straight line, ignoring the geography. 

The red dotted line shows the northwest corner of Monrovia. 

And what does it look like? There is an almost vertical embankment on either side of the road. Not much there, but as Chantry Flat Road just opened up again today, here are a couple pictures…

- Brad Haugaard 

Current Local Job Opportunities - October

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Monrovia School District 

City of Monrovia 

Private 

There is also a group called Monrovia Works. Search for it on Facebook and ask to join it.

- Brad Haugaard

Online Succulent Seminar Oct. 9

Learn where and how to use succulents in the landscape, soil and watering requirements, propagating / dividing succulents, their care and maintenance, at the Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District's landscape webinar. Oct. 9, 6-7 p.m. Free but registration required, here.

- Brad Haugaard

State of the Schools Event, Oct. 16, at Monrovia High

- Brad Haugaard

Centre Stage Fundraiser, Nautical Nonsense, Oct. 20

Nautical Nonsense, Centre Stage's Fall Fundraiser. Dinner and show. Tickets here.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: The Woman's Club About 1906

The Woman's Club House, at the northeast corner of Myrtle and Palm, around 1906. [I believe the club later moved to a house on Canyon, which was later torn down.] 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

Sweet, Low-Maintenance River Looking for a Nice Home

River is a calm and gentle 3-year-old Husky who’s looking for a loving home. River’s demeanor is easygoing and relaxed, making him a great fit for a family looking for a sweet, low-maintenance companion. He’s well-behaved on the leash and enjoys leisurely walks where he can explore the world around him at his own pace.

River is consistently gentle and polite. He knows basic cues like sit and down and responds well to treats, taking them gently from hands. While he’s not overly interested in toys, he enjoys enrichment activities and gentle pets, especially scritches to his chest.

River is a social boy who enjoys meeting new people, including children, and is very tolerant of handling. He rarely barks, preferring to calmly observe the world around him.

River’s calm nature and affectionate personality make him a wonderful companion for someone seeking a gentle, loving dog.

River and all other pets at Pasadena Humane will have their adoption fees waived on Saturday, October 12!

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 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

College Fair at Monrovia High Tuesday, Oct. 1

- Brad Haugaard 

Treat Friends to a Flock of Flamingos

For a $45 donation, Big M Boosters will plant a flock of 20 plastic flamingos in a friend’s front yard for a week. It appears the friend won’t necessarily know where they came from. Donations benefit Monrovia High School sports. Donate here.

- Brad Haugaard 

Children Create Popsicle Haunted Houses, Meet Real Bugs, Oct. 5 at Library

Children to age 11 are invited to "Craft-tastic" on Saturday, Oct. 5, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Library Youth Services Area. Participants will decorate popsicle stick haunted houses and meet live critters like millipedes and beetles presented by FoodED. The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Monrovia Public Library.

- Brad Haugaard

Make Cardboard Helmets at Library, Oct. 1

The Library will host Fall Craft-Tabulous on Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Story Room. Teens and adults can create cardboard helmets for Halloween or cosplay. Materials are provided, but participants may bring extra cardboard or decorations. Register here. Note: The activity involves using knives, large scissors, and hot glue.

- Brad Haugaard

Storytime at Farmers Market Oct. 5

Storytime at the Farmers Market at Station Square Park on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Families can enjoy stories and then explore the Monrovia Farmers Market, open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

- Brad Haugaard

Halloween Family Feud Game Oct. 5 at Library

Halloween-themed Family Feud Night at the Library on Friday, Oct. 4, from 5:30 to 7 p.m.  Teens (13 and up) and adults are invited to join teams and compete in this classic game show with a spooky twist. Registration closes at 5:30 p.m. on Oct. 4. Register here.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police Advertising for Recruits

Monrovia PD advertisement on Facebook.

The Monrovia Police Department has begun advertising on social media to fill positions in the department. The department has also set up a website for recruitment, here.

- Brad Haugaard 

Hispanic Art Celebration Oct. 8

- Brad Haugaard 

Halloween Spooktacular & Trick-or-Treat Bash on Oct. 31

Monrovia's 2024 Halloween Spooktacular & Trick-or-Treat Bash is on Thursday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 6 p.m. in Old Town and Library Park. Activities include trick-or-treating, costume contests for all ages and dogs, library events, booths, and a photo booth. Costume contest registration starts at 3 p.m. in Library Park.

- Brad Haugaard

Beer, Wine, and Music Festival Tomorrow

The Monrovia Chamber hosts its 9th annual Beer, Wine, and Music Festival tomorrow, Saturday, Sept. 28, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Library Park. Tickets are $40 presale, $50 at the door, including 10 tastings. Enjoy local breweries, wineries, and live music. For ages 21+.

- Brad Haugaard

Old Town Monrovia Fall Festival on Oct. 12

Monrovia's Old Town Fall Festival is set for Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities include hay wagon rides and trackless train rides ($5 each), a pet costume contest at 12:30 p.m., and live music.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Upgrades Rotary Park, Reopens Nov. 16

Monrovia is upgrading Rotary Park with new playground equipment centered around a tree house and featuring the Global Motion spinning structure. The park will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m.

- Brad Haugaard