Heatwave, Incoming!

Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as feel-good the warm sunlight on your cold arms.

In today’s News N’ Roses:

• Temperature Increase Next Week

• Unity In The Community Event

• State of the City Address—Housing Assistance

• Events this week

• Save the Dates

Let’s get to it.

— Matthew Ramirez

THE DIGEST

Temperature Increase Next Week

A sneak-peak of Spring-time weather is set for next week! An unseasonal warming trend is set to bring near-record temperatures to Pasadena next week, with forecasts predicting highs reaching 88°F by mid-week. This heat wave, driven by high pressure and offshore wind patterns, is expected to peak on Tuesday and Wednesday. While recent rains have reduced fire risks, officials note that humidity levels will remain low during this period. Residents are advised to prepare for mild temperatures even during early mornings, making it an ideal time for outdoor activities.

Unity In The Community Event

In response to the tragic events of January 7, Pasadena’s Memorial Park will host “UNITY in the Community: A Day of Music, Healing & Hope” on Saturday, February 22, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Organized by City Councilmembers Tyron Hampton and Justin Jones, in collaboration with the Armory Center for the Arts, the event aims to foster healing and unity among residents. Attendees can look forward to musical entertainment by Utopia Tribe DJs, art spaces managed by Armory teaching staff, resource tables for those affected by the recent fires, and a variety of food trucks. The celebration will also honor local heroes and organizations who provided support during and after the January tragedy. Coinciding with the conclusion of Black History Month, this gathering seeks to unite Pasadena and Altadena communities through music, art, and shared experiences. For more information, contact the Armory Center for the Arts.

State of the City Address—Housing Assistance

In his recent State of the City address, Mayor Victor Gordo announced that 10% of Pasadena households now benefit from affordable housing or rental assistance programs. Over the past four years, the city has constructed 375 affordable housing units—comprising 18% of all new housing—catering to low-income families, workforce housing, and permanent supportive housing. Additionally, 1,106 market-rate units have been converted to affordable housing. The recent Eaton Fire exacerbated the housing crisis by destroying thousands of homes in Altadena and Pasadena, displacing hundreds of residents. In response, the Regional Housing Trust, in partnership with Glendale and Burbank, has allocated $4.9 million to support affordable housing projects in Pasadena. The city’s Housing Department is also collaborating with federal agencies to secure disaster relief funds to assist affected residents.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Friday

• 📽️In the Mood for Love: A film viewing at the Norton Simon Museum, 5 PM

• 🎞️Frou-Frou: A Menagerie of Sorts: A story of two queer siblings yearning to be understood, 7:30 PM

• 🍄Book Discussion: Stacey Simmons discusses Mushroom Pharmacy—A practical, approachable guide to using psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in mushrooms 7 PM

• 🎤“Master Class” by Terrence McNally: Gripping drama takes audiences into the life and mind of one of the greatest opera divas, 8 PM

Saturday

• ⚾Book Signing: “you’re killin’ me, Smalls!” Patrick Renna will be at Vroman’s Bookstore signing “A Little Sluggers Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life”, 11 AM

• ⚽Soccer Inauguration Parade: The public is invited to attend the Villa Parke Youth Soccer Parade from, 11 AM – 12:30 PM

• 🛍️Makers Hive Market: An artisan market at the Pasadena Commons with over fifty vendors, 11AM – 4 PM

• ✊🏿Unity in The Community: day-long community gathering in Pasadena’s Memorial Park to foster healing and unity following January’s events, 1 – 8 PM

• 🎵Blues and Community: Brother Yusef Brings Soulful Sounds to Pasadena Blues guitarist headlines Linda Vista Library’s reopening, blending music and history for Black History Month, 3 PM

• 💃🏾Fusion Dance Workshop: Hosted by FlowState Studio where you can how to develop dancer’s center, rhythms and partnering, 3-6PM

• 🏆NAACP Image Awards: 56th NAACP Image Awards will be broadcast live on BET from Pasadena, 8 PM

Sunday

• 🏃🏾Impact House 5K: An early morning fundraiser for Impact Recovery at Hahamongna Watershed Park, 7 AM – 10 AM

• 👰🏾Annual Wedding Open House: Castle Green’s Annual Wedding Open House is a fantastic opportunity to plan your event with a “one stop shopping” experience, 11 AM – 3 PM

• 💰Assistance for Altadena Businesses: As part of Altadena Chamber of Commerce’ recovery initiative, 2 – 4 PM

• 🌳30th Annual Bonsai-a-Thon Southern California bonsai masters share their passion for the art form in this exciting annual event, 10 AM – 4:30 PM

• 🍔Cheeseburger Week 2025: Let’s all enjoy a cheeseburgers (or lots of cheeseburgers) throughout Pasadena and salute Lionel Sternberger for his mastery, all week

Save the Date

• 🏃Pasadena Triathlon: The Pasadena Triathlon, Duathlon and 5k returns for the 19th year at the Rose Bowl, March 8

• 👩🏽HERstory: Mastering money, financial resilience for women, March 13

• 📖Our History, Our Places: Celebrating Pasadena’s cultural heritage in an afternoon of fun, history and community, March 22

• 🎨Jackalope Spring 2025: Applications to be a vendor at Jackalope are open and due soon, April 26 & 27

• 🎶Just Like Heaven: Vampire Weekend, Empire of the Sun, Rilo Kiley & More Live in Pasadena, May 10

• 🎵Cruel World Festival: Returning to Brookside at The Rose Bowl, May 17

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!

NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER

Friday

74 🌡️ 55 |☀️| 💨 NW 5 mph

🌆 Air Quality Index: 33 (Good)

Saturday

75 🌡️ 56 |☀️| 💨 W 3 mph

Sunday

76 🌡️ 58 |☀️| 💨 S 3 mph

Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar. 

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