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September 8, 2026 by Melanie Hooks
Who would have suspected temperatures in the 50s and actual rain would have surrounded Mt.
Melanie Hooks found her footing early on with storytelling. Drawn to Wales for a year of college, she eventually followed the call of the West, which led her to Southern California and later to Texas. Today, she embraces every opportunity to immerse herself in and celebrate the diverse artistry of the world. She's a seasoned writer whose work reflects the depth of her experiences.
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Who would have suspected temperatures in the 50s and actual rain would have surrounded Mt.
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On Saturday, September 12, from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, attend the free Fire-Wise Gardening Workshop at La Crescenta Library, 2809 Foothill Boulevard, La...
On Sunday, October 11, Carnegie Science Observatories welcomes one and all to its annual Open House from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm—a great chance to enjoy the...
Hands on Habitat - Family Volunteer Event On Saturday, August 1st, SGV Habitat partnered with Side Street Projects and Boys Team Charity to bring Hands-on...
It’s not often that an author gets a book launch party 20 years after her death. But for international science fiction star (and local literary legend)...
Know a high schooler who could use some real-life science experience? Pasadena City College is opening its lab doors this fall for free Saturday workshops.
It’s been 60 years since two California icons passed away: Forest Lawn Memorial Park founder Hubert Eaton and his colleague and friend Walt Disney. As it...
Broadway dancers and history take over Pasadena’s Gamble House; a man-eating, singing plant croons in Altadena; classical musicians soar above the town at Mt....
For those craving a little plant-based revenge on humanity, the cult musical "Little Shop of Horrors" is here to sate your thirst for eight nights under the...
Calling area middle schoolers with vocal talent and a dream: Pasadena Chorale invites students in grades 6–8 to audition for High Notes, a choir for young...
Enjoy the evening breezes and good company as the season cools down with the Northeast Los Angeles Walking Club. Organized by Alex Romero, the group aims to...
Chances are, you’re among the many people who have not heard of Shakespeare’s play Pericles. True to its artistic vision, Boston Court Pasadena brings...
Take a musical journey from Mozart to Ravel, then treat yourself to excellent cake at the South Pasadena Restoration Concerts season opener on Sunday, September...
The Dance Company of Lineage Performing Arts Center will bring its professional moves and insightful reflections on Broadway history to a smaller stage, the...
Tea ceremony, meet Japanese garden -- a rare and beautiful pairing in southern California. On Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 11:00 am and 12:30 pm, the public...