We’re not sure how this came about, how the actors were roped into this, but the Weizmann Day School‘s production of Eric Kimmel’s Herschel and the Hanukkah Goblins will be an all male cast, all father’s of students. Go dads! This story has become a Hanukkah favorite. Though it doesn’t talk about the original Hannukah [...]
His name is Bill Green and he’s a new resident of Pasadena. Welcome, Bill! His website Bill Green Studios tells us that he was raised in Louisville, Kentucky, has never broken a bone in his body, does have a fear of heights and has appeared on The Price Is Right. His business is Bill Green [...]
The title of this post is a bit misleading. It should read, but doesn’t because it’s too long, is “Cactus Gallery‘s 7th Annual Tiny Miniatures Show Opens This Saturday, December 8th.” Forty-five artists will be participating, exhibiting holiday ornaments; mixed media, acrylic, and oil paintings; sculptures and toys; and ceramics and jewelry. All the artwork [...]
If you’re a Harry Bosch fan, and into the whole crime and mystery genre, Michael Connelly will be discussing and signing his new novel, The Black Box, at Vroman’s on Saturday, December 1st at 4 p.m. Vroman’s Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena 91101 626.449.5320 Vromansbookstore.com
We are simply suckers for holiday decorating, whether it’s inside or out, one tree on a small lawn, or a mansion decked to the hilt. In case you do as well, here are some holiday “holiday lighting” sights to see, as well as local holiday events. Do you have any experiences to share? Events, streets, [...]
There’s so much going on and not enough space! So, we’re slurping several together in the same post (hope you don’t mind): The Handmade Holiday Boutique: Carlie Ochoa will have edible crafts and Maria Garvin baked goods. Lori Koop will be selling ceramics and Darcy Arena Dichroic glass jewelry. Helga Mycroft has made ornaments, Lori [...]
This Thursday, November 29th, from 6-9 p.m. shops on Holly Street in Old Pasadena will hold a holiday party with discounts, give-aways, promotions, hors d’oeuvres, wine, and cocktails. (During the block’s Fall NoCo Week, Jenette Bras was whipping up a smashing Lavender Strap cocktail.) You’ll even be serenaded while you shop at Therapy Pasadena—a jazz [...]
There’s more shopping to do for the upcoming holidays. This Saturday, the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center Sisterhood is once again hosting their Artisan Boutique. Handmade, one-of-a-kind works by local artisans will be available for sale, so get ready to be tempted… Little Bookwormz will be on hand with their literary t-shirts, onesies, and bibs. [...]
The first Room 13 started in Caol Primary School near Fort William, Scotland eleven years ago. The idea of a student-run studio quickly expanded all over the world. Not only is art created, but the group of students “ran the studio as a business, raising funds to buy art materials and employ a professional Artist [...]
Ellen Snortland, a resident of Altadena, earned a J.D. from Loyola Law School, a B.A. in theater and film from USC, and a degree in Norwegian baking. She recalls, “My mother was a very peaceful person. The only time I heard her swear was when she made “Kransekake” or Crown cake. Years later, I understood [...]
