Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses. The Winter Olympics kick off today, with the opening ceremony happening right now. Super Bowl LX is this Sunday. Not Pasadena-related, but still an exciting weekend we can all enjoy!
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Super Bowl Sunday in Pasadena: Where to Watch
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Events this Weekend
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Civic News
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Free Coyote Hazing Workshop This Saturday
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Live Music Lowdown
Let’s get to it.
—Matthew Ramirez
P.S. Happy birthday to my MOM! I love you so much. Today’s newsletter is dedicated to you so I hope you’re reading. 🎂
THE DIGEST
Super Bowl Sunday in Pasadena: Where to Watch
Apparently, Bad Bunny got his stage name from a childhood photo — when he was in school he had to dress up as a bunny and wasn’t happy about it, and the grumpy picture stuck with him.
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday (3:30 PM kickoff), and if you’re watching out instead of at home, Pasadena and Altadena have plenty of solid options.
For big screens and a full watch-party atmosphere, The 35er, The Mixx, and Barney’s Beanery are hosting game-day watch parties with sound on, drink specials, and seating throughout their spaces. Beer-focused spots like Lucky Baldwin’s Pub, T. Boyles Tavern, Cerveceria del Pueblo, and Kings Row Gastropub are also reliable choices.
If food is the priority, places like Rocco’s Tavern, Craft by Smoke & Fire (very good BBQ food!), and Yard House are serving classic game-day menus and plenty of TVs. Altadena residents can stay close by at Good Neighbor Bar— they usually have a food vendor at their outside patio.
Hosting at home? Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery is offering cheese and charcuterie platters that work well for Super Bowl gatherings.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Friday (2/6)
🍽️ Dine LA Restaurant Week: Enjoy special prix-fixe menus at participating Pasadena and Los Angeles restaurants—just dine out and ask for the Dine LA menu. Participating Restaurants | Today is last day!
🧸 Free First Fridays at Kidspace Children’s Museum: Explore Kidspace for free during this monthly open window with advance reservation required. Kidspace Children’s Museum | Friday, February 6 from 2PM–5PM
🖼️ Free First Fridays at Norton Simon Museum: Enjoy free admission to the museum’s galleries and garden during this monthly open-access afternoon. Norton Simon Museum | Friday, February 6 from 4PM–7PM
💌 Valentine’s Day Card-Making Workshop: Drop in and make a handmade card using provided crafts and supplies, whether you choose a pre-made option or design something from scratch. Hastings Branch Library | Friday, February 6 at 4PM
🐱 Meow N Paint with Tail Town Cats: Paint a cat-themed canvas while spending the evening surrounded by adoptable cats in a relaxed, creative setting. Tail Town Cat Cafe | Friday, February 6 at 6PM
🎨 Pasadena Paint Nite with Boozy Pigments: Enjoy a laid-back paint night with music, drinks, and a paint-your-own-way vibe that’s welcoming for both beginners and experienced artists. Hilton Pasadena | Friday, February 6 at 7:30PM
Saturday (2/7)
🥕 Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Victory Park: Shop fresh, locally grown produce and farm goods while buying directly from the farmers who grow and make them. Victory Park | Saturday, February 7 from 8AM–12PM
🐦 Bimonthly Bird Sit with Pasadena Audubon: Spend a quiet morning observing birds and listening to their calls during this guided, mindfulness-focused bird sit. Arlington Garden Pasadena | Saturday, February 7 from 8:30AM–9:30AM
🛍️ Ezze Flea Market: Browse 40+ vendors bringing vintage finds, collectibles, and designer pieces to Pasadena for a full day of shopping. CTRL Collective | Saturday, February 7 from 9AM–3PM
🌺 52nd Annual Camellia Show: Browse hundreds of camellia blooms on display, learn from experts, and explore the gardens during this annual horticultural showcase. The Huntington | Saturday–Sunday, February 7–8, 10AM–5PM
🧘 Yoga Expo: A full-day gathering of yoga, meditation, workshops, and a wellness marketplace featuring educators and holistic practitioners from around the world. Yoga Expo | Saturday, February 7 from 10AM–6PM
🛠️ Repair Café Pasadena: Bring broken household items to get help from volunteer fixers offering repairs for things like bikes, small appliances, clothing, and more. Aveson Global Leadership Academy | Saturday, February 7 from 10AM–1PM
🧶 Crafting Meet-up: Bring a portable craft project and spend a relaxed afternoon creating and socializing in an outdoor setting. The Gamble House | Saturday, February 7 at 12PM
🎨 Winter Arts Crawl: Enjoy a neighborhood arts crawl with art displays, live music, shopping, and interactive activities throughout the afternoon and evening. Mission Street, South Pasadena | Saturday, February 7 from 2PM–7PM
🧺 Opening: From Strand to Sculpture: Contemporary Japanese Basketry: Celebrate the opening of a new exhibition featuring contemporary Japanese bamboo basketry works on loan from the Thoma Foundation. The Gamble House | Saturday, February 7 from 3PM–5PM
🍷 Friends of Sierra Madre Library 51st Wine & Cuisine Tasting: Sip and sample a curated selection of wines and cuisine during this annual tasting event supporting the Sierra Madre Public Library. Baldwin Avenue Gallery | Saturday, February 7 from 6:30PM–9PM
🎭 Circle of Friends’ Annual Benefit: Bourbon St. Ball: Dress up for a themed evening of dinner, dancing, and auctions raising funds in support of Kidspace. Kidspace | Saturday, February 7 at 6PM
🎶 Chris Pierce & the Lineage Dancers: Singer-songwriter Chris Pierce returns to perform alongside Lineage company dancers in a soulful, collaborative concert. Lineage Performing Arts Center (LPAC) | Saturday, February 7 at 7PM
Sunday (2/8)
🛍️ Rose Bowl Flea Market: Browse antiques, vintage clothing, local art, and specialty goods from thousands of vendors at this monthly market. Rose Bowl Stadium | Sunday, February 8 from 5AM–3PM
🚶 Historic Old Pasadena Walking Tour: Join a guided walking tour exploring early Pasadena history, including Dayton Street, historic Black-owned businesses, and stories tied to the city’s original commercial district. Central Park | Sunday, February 8 at 10AM
🌙 New Horizon School Pasadena’s Annual Ramadan Marketplace: Browse local vendors offering crafts, halal food, fashion, and home goods while gathering in the spirit of Ramadan and community support. New Horizon School Pasadena | Sunday, February 8 from 11AM–4PM
🧘 Resonance: A Yoga and Sound Journey: Experience an outdoor session blending gentle movement, breathwork, and live music, with the option to participate in yoga or simply listen and relax. Arlington Garden Pasadena | Sunday, February 8 from 12PM–1:30PM
🎭 Richard III: Experience Shakespeare’s gripping tragedy as Richard schemes his way to power in this dark, sharply drawn tale of ambition and manipulation. A Noise Within | Sunday, February 8 at 2PM
Nothing in this section is sponsored. These are just the things you need to know. I’ll always let you know if something is sponsored!
CIVIC NEWS
Free Coyote Hazing Workshop
Coyotes are more active right now as mating season ramps up, and the City is reminding residents how to respond. Tomorrow, Saturday, February 7, Pasadena Humane and the Pasadena Public Health Department are hosting a free Coyote Hazing Workshop from 9:30–11AM at Pasadena Humane’s campus on South Raymond Avenue.
The session will cover how to recognize coyote behavior and use hazing techniques like making noise, standing your ground, and using visual deterrents to reinforce coyotes’ natural fear of humans. City officials say hazing is the most effective way to reduce risky encounters, especially during mating season when coyotes roam more widely.
The workshop is open to the public and includes time for questions with wildlife experts. Parking is available on-site and nearby.
If you’ve spotted a coyote, sightings can be reported to the City Service Center at (626) 744-7311. Aggressive behavior should be reported to Pasadena Humane at (626) 792-7151.
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Friday
70 🌡️52 |☀️| 💨 NE 3 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 36 (Good)
Saturday
74 🌡️ 52 |☀️| 💨 SE 3 mph
Sunday
80 🌡️ 53 |☀️| 💨 SE 3 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler Radar.
LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN
🎺 Musical Storytime: The Bourbon Street Band Is Back: Enjoy a lively musical storytime with reading, crafts, creative movement, and a mini-concert presented by the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. Vroman’s Bookstore | Saturday, February 7 at 11:30AM
🎶 Chris Pierce & the Lineage Dancers: Singer-songwriter Chris Pierce returns to perform alongside Lineage company dancers in a soulful, collaborative concert. Lineage Performing Arts Center (LPAC) | Saturday, February 7 at 7PM
🎵 Echoes of China: Folk Music Traditions through Pipa, Guzheng, and Erhu: Experience traditional Chinese folk music through solo and ensemble performances featuring pipa, guzheng, and erhu, with interactive moments for the audience. Pasadena Conservatory of Music | Saturday, February 7 at 7PM
🎶 Second Sundays | Indian Folk Songs with Dayita Datta: Enjoy a live performance followed by an interactive jam session celebrating Indian folk songs, with audience members invited to join in. Pasadena Conservatory of Music | Sunday, February 8 at 12PM
🎼 Restoration Concert Series: The Restoration Ensemble: Enjoy an afternoon concert with The Restoration Ensemble, a seven-piece group led by Tereza Stanislov, as part of the series’ anniversary season. Friends of South Pasadena Public Library | Sunday, February 8 at 4PM
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