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The Pasadena newsletter for local events, news, and restaurants.
News N’ Roses is a newsletter for locals who want to know what’s happening in Pasadena every day of the week. It covers upcoming events and weekend plans, local news, and restaurants worth trying.
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Why I Started News N’ Roses
I started News N’ Roses because I live in Pasadena and my friends were always asking, “What’s going on this weekend?” The problem was there wasn’t one good place that had everything in one spot — so I made it.
I curate what’s happening around Pasadena and send it straight to your inbox in one fun email: events worth leaving the house for, local updates, and the occasional food find. If you want a quick pulse on the city without digging through a bunch of sites, this is for you.