Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that’s as cool as hail in Pasadena.
In today’s News N’ Roses:
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Hail By Day, Quake By Night
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Events this week
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Save the Dates
Let’s get to it.
— Matthew Ramirez
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THE DIGEST
Hail By Day, Quake By Night
You may have spotted dark clouds rolling over Pasadena yesterday afternoon, as sudden gusts of wind picked up. Then, out of nowhere, came the unmistakable sound of hard pebbles pelting rooftops—hail! Yes, it was hailing in Pasadena. It only lasted for a short time before it became rain but that was pretty cool to see.
Later that night, just as I was drifting off to sleep, I felt a sudden, hard jolt—a 2.7 magnitude earthquake! Pasadena really packed in the weather surprises yesterday.
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Monday
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🎲Game Night at Dog Haus: Calling all trivia buffs and hot dog lovers—it’s game time! Join us every Monday from 7–9 PM at Dog Haus for a night of brain-teasing fun, delicious eats, and free prizes for the sharpest minds!
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📖Black Tunnel White Magic: LAPD detective Rick Jackson, a key inspiration for Harry Bosch, revisits the chilling 1990 murder of UCLA student Ronald Baker—found stabbed near Spahn Ranch. Was it linked to the Manson Family, or did his pentagram pendant hold another clue? Don’t miss this gripping true-crime deep dive! 7 PM at Vroman’s Bookstore.
Tuesday
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🌽Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Villa Parke: Enjoy the freshest local produce and farm products at the Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Villa Parke! Shop directly from certified growers offering fruits, vegetables, jams, fish, and more—no resellers, just farm-fresh goodness. 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM Villa Parke.
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🎷The Coffee Shop Jazz Trio: Start your Tuesday mornings with the Coffee Shop Jazz Trio, led by pianist Matt Politano, as they bring modern jazz and Latin fusion to life at 8:30 AM, Jones Coffee Roasters.
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🍩Sidecar Doughnuts is Coming to Pasadena!: Get ready for the freshest, most indulgent doughnuts as Sidecar Doughnuts opens its doors in Pasadena! To celebrate, they’re hosting iHeart LA – A Give-Back Grand Opening Celebration on Tuesday from 4–7 PM.
Enjoy gourmet doughnuts, expertly brewed coffee, and a night of community giving, with proceeds supporting local fire relief efforts. Shop from local vendors, enter raffles, and try the limited-edition Strawberry Rose doughnut, a tribute to Pasadena’s resilience. Don’t miss the photo-worthy doughnut wall and a chance to support small businesses impacted by the fires!
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🪡Stitch and Bitch: Join fellow knitters, crocheters, and crafters for a cozy evening of creativity, conversation, and community! Bring your project or find inspiration every Tuesday from 6–7:30 PM(ish), Octavia’s Bookshelf.
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📽️Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour – Caltech: Experience the thrill of adventure at the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, hosted by the Caltech Alpine Club! This annual event showcases award-winning films celebrating alpine culture, extreme sports, and breathtaking landscapes. 6 PM, Beckman Auditorium, Caltech.
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🚀SPHEREx and PUNCH Launch: NASA and SpaceX are now aiming to launch the SPHEREx and PUNCH missions no earlier than Tuesday at 7 PM from Vandenburg Space Force Base, allowing extra time for a launch vehicle hardware review. If skies are clear, you may spot the rocket streaking across the night sky in Pasadena.
Save the Date
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🏃Pasadena Triathlon: The Pasadena Triathlon, Duathlon and 5k returns for the 19th year at the Rose Bowl, March 8
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👩🏽HERstory: Mastering money, financial resilience for women, March 13
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🎨ArtNight: A night of free art and transportation around Pasadena, March 14
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📖Our History, Our Places: Celebrating Pasadena’s cultural heritage in an afternoon of fun, history and community, March 22
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⛩️Japanology Fair: All things Japanese with 20 vendors at the Shumei Pasadena Center, March 22
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⚡AC/DC Power Up Tour: At the Rosebowl Stadium—tickets on sale!, April 18
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🎨Jackalope Spring 2025: Applications to be a vendor at Jackalope are open and due soon, April 26 & 27
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🎶Just Like Heaven: Vampire Weekend, Empire of the Sun, Rilo Kiley & More Live in Pasadena, May 10
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🎵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!4
CIVIL NEWS
Pasadena City Council Meeting
The Pasadena City Council meets every Monday of each week unless a special meeting is set. 6 PM at Pasadena City Hall.
NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER
Monday
64 🌡️ 45 |⛅| 💨 WNW 11 mph
🌆 Air Quality Index: 25 (Good)
Tuesday
66 🌡️ 46 |⛅| 💨 VAR 1-6 mph
Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar.
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