“Her Body, Her Choice” sign (Photo – PPSGV)
Despite Daylight Saving Day just around the corner, you still have plenty of time to fill with fun local events.
By Katlyn Ong
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Friday, March 7, 2025
Norton Simon Museum (Photo – NSM)
- 8:30 am – 10:00 am: Friday Coffee Meetup
In this presentation, Aliza Pollack will delve into her research practice, showcasing how she helps clients approach their research questions and participants with rigor, objectivity, and creativity (@ FoundrSpace, Pasadena). - 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Sierra Madre Senior Hawaiian & Polynesian Dance Class
Join instructor Barbara Dempsey as she leads you in the art of Hula (@ Memorial Park, Sierra Madre). - 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Tuna Canyon History Exhibit at Descanso Gardens
This exhibition tells the story of a former Civilian Conservation Corps camp used during World War II to hold and process people of Japanese, German, and Italian descent who were considered “enemy aliens” by the US government (@ Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge). - 1:00 pm: Movie Matinees at Pasadena Senior Center
Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope (@ Pasadena Senior Center, Pasadena). - 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Free Admission at the Norton Simon
Enjoy free admission for all visitors on the first Friday of the month (@ Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena). - 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Kidspace Free First Fridays
Kidspace Children’s Museum is opening up their doors for free on the first Friday of every month (@ Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena). - 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm: 50 Years – Highlights of the Norton Simon Collection
On the Norton Simon Museum’s 50th anniversary, tour some of the most exquisite and celebrated works of art in the Museum’s collections (@ Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena). - 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Monrovia Friday Night Street Fair
Enjoy the charm of Old Town Monrovia (@ Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia). - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Caltech Tai Chi Club – Fridays
Learn and practice Hao-style tai chi chuan (@ Caltech – Hameetman Center, Pasadena). - 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: DBSA San Gabriel Valley Support Alliance
San Gabriel Valley Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (@ DBSA San Gabriel Valley, Pasadena). - 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Uncovering the History of the Universe with Radio Astronomy
In this talk, Dr. Ruby Byrne will describe how these observations inform our current understanding of the universe’s origins (@ Cahill Center For Astronomy And Astrophysics, Pasadena).
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Oil Change (Photo – howmuchisit.org)
- 8:00 am – 12:00 pm: Monterey Park Compost Giveaway
Bring your shovels, dolly, sturdy containers, gloves, and eye protection for this self-service event (@ Garvey Ranch Park, Monterey Park). - 9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Community Legal Clinic at Robinson Community Center
Public Counsel and the City of Pasadena’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department present Community Legal Clinic and Homelessness Prevention Legal Clinic providing free legal services to low-income individuals and families (@ Jackie Robinson Community Center, Pasadena). - 10:00 am – 2:00 pm: San Gabriel Oil Filter Exchange
Turn in your used oil filter and get a new one for free (@ O’Reilly Auto Parts, San Gabriel). - 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Tuna Canyon History Exhibit at Descanso Gardens
This exhibition tells the story of a former Civilian Conservation Corps camp used during World War II to hold and process people of Japanese, German, and Italian descent who were considered “enemy aliens” by the US government (@ Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge). - 11:00 am – 1:00 pm: International Women’s Day Unite and Resist in Sierra Madre
Join to defend our rights, bodies, and future (@ Kersting Court, Sierra Madre). - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Suave The Band at Altadena Library
Join the Altadena Library for a free indoor concert featuring Suave The Band (@ Altadena Main Library, Altadena).
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Barks & Brews (Photo – The Arboretum)
- 9:00 am – 3:00 pm: Rose Bowl Flea Market
Experience over 2,500 vendors full of antiques, vintage clothing, local art, and specialty products (@ Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena). - 10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Tuna Canyon History Exhibit at Descanso Gardens
This exhibition tells the story of a former Civilian Conservation Corps camp used during World War II to hold and process people of Japanese, German, and Italian descent who were considered “enemy aliens” by the US government (@ Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge). - 11:00 am – 4:00 pm: Barks & Brews at The Arboretum
Enjoy a day of happy dogs and craft beers while learning about pet adoption and more (@ Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, Arcadia). - 11:00 am – 5:00 pm: USC Pacific Asia Museum Free Admission
USC Pacific Asia Museum is free every second Sunday of the month (@ USC Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena). - 4:00 pm: Restoration Concert Featuring Pianist Robert Thies
The concert will showcase a diverse program, including works by Brahms, Schumann, Ravel, Cliff Eidelman, and Rachmaninoff, offering a rich and varied listening experience that spans different styles and eras (@ South Pasadena Library Community Room, South Pasadena).
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