New Restaurant at One Colorado Confirmed

Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses. Although it’s much darker early in the morning, I really love that the sun sets later in the day. My vote is we keep daylight savings time permanent. What do you think?

In today’s News N’ Roses:

• Restaurant Coming to One Colorado

• Glow Before Dark Brings an Early-Evening Dance Party to Pasadena

• Events this Monday & Tuesday

• Civic News

• Live Music Lowdown

Let’s get to it.

—Matthew Ramirez

P.S. To all the women in Pasadena, happy belated International Women’s Day!

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THE DIGEST

Bacari Coming to One Colorado

I saw a sign taped to the window of the longtime Sage Regenerative Kitchen space in the One Colorado courtyard. It was a public notice of application to sell alcoholic beverages. The listed business applicant: Bacari.

Mediterranean small-plates restaurant Bacari is coming to Old Town Pasadena. The restaurant will occupy 41 Hugus Alley, Suite S41 (next to Javiers) and span about 5,252 square feet, making it one of the larger dining spaces in the center with room for both indoor seating and courtyard dining. Renovations are expected to begin in May, with a soft opening targeted for early 2027, according to reporting from L.A. Business First.

Bacari has built a following across Los Angeles with locations in Silver Lake, Glendale, and West Third, known for its Mediterranean-inspired small plates, shareable cicchetti, strong wine program, and lively patio atmosphere.

The opening adds another restaurant to the lineup at One Colorado, which has been bringing in several new tenants recently. If all goes to plan, Bacari will open its Pasadena doors in early 2027.

Glow Before Dark Brings an Early-Evening Dance Party to Pasadena

Glow Before Dark is bringing a different kind of dance party to Pasadena: one designed for people who still love the dance floor but aren’t looking to stay out all night.

Created by longtime friends Grace Ladewig and Jenny Yoon, the event blends the music that defined a generation with the energy of a modern dance party. The playlist moves through 80s new wave, 90s dance and alternative favorites, along with modern electronic music.

The idea grew from their own experience growing up in La Crescenta, where music — especially what they discovered on 106.7 KROQ — shaped friendships and memories that stuck long after high school.

Glow Before Dark is happening in Pasadena on Saturday, March 21 at The Mixx Pasadena, offering an early-evening chance to dance, reconnect with the music of the era, and head home before the night gets too late. Get tickets here!

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Monday (3/9)

🏃 Run With Us: Monday Fun Run: Join a casual community run with 4- and 6-mile route options, shoe demos from top brands, and a chance to win prizes. Run With Us | Monday | 6PM.

🔭 Astronomy on Tap: “Jupiter’s Moons” & “Dark Matter”: Hear short talks from Caltech and USC researchers on dark matter and the alien worlds orbiting Jupiter, followed by Q&A, astro-themed trivia, and telescope stargazing. Dog Haus (Old Town) | Monday | 7:30PM

Tuesday (3/10)

🥕 Pasadena Farmers’ Market at Villa Parke: Shop fresh fruits, vegetables, and farm products sold directly by the farmers who grow them, along with vendors offering jams, fish, and more. Villa Parke | Tuesday | 8:30AM–12:30PM.

⚾ Masters Series Lifelong Learning – Women’s History Month | When Baseball Players Wore Skirts: The All-American Girls Professional Baseball League: Learn the true story behind the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League and the women who played professional baseball during World War II. Pasadena Senior Center | Tuesday, March 10 from 2PM–4PM.

🥕 Old LA Certified Farmers Market: Browse fresh produce, prepared foods, and local goods at this weekly community farmers market. North Figueroa & Avenue 58 | Tuesday, March 10 from 3PM–8PM.

🍫 French Dark Chocolate Tasting with Expert Ben Tseitlin: Sample five artisanal French dark chocolate bars while learning about chocolate’s history, craftsmanship, and flavor from chocolate maker Ben Tseitlin. Alliance Francaise de Pasadena | Tuesday | 6PM.

🧵 Open Sewing Studio & Analog Hangout with Typewriters Anonymous: Choose between a collaborative sewing studio to work on your projects or an unplugged analog hangout using classic typewriters for letters and poetry. Remainders Creative Reuse | Tuesday | 6PM.

🎭 Amadeus: A gripping stage drama explores the rivalry between court composer Antonio Salieri and the brilliant but rebellious Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The Pasadena Playhouse | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM.

😂 COMEDY | Danny Jolles vs the Alien: Comedian Danny Jolles presents a new solo show blending stand-up and storytelling in a surreal tale that asks what makes humanity worth saving. Sierra Madre Playhouse | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM.

🧠 T. Boyle’s Tavern: Geeks Who Drink Trivia: Gather your team and test your knowledge at this lively weekly trivia night featuring fun questions, prizes, and friendly competition. T. Boyle’s Tavern | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM.

💃 The Mixx: Salsa Mixx: Tropical Tuesday brings salsa and bachata dance lessons with instructor Rogelio Moreno followed by social dancing to Latin rhythms by DJ Salsa y Sabor. The Mixx Pasadena | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM.

🎲 Tuesday Turns & Tiles: Join a weekly board game night hosted by FlowState.Studio with a variety of games, snacks, and a welcoming space to play and meet others. FlowState.Studio | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM–11PM.

Save the Date

🎨 ArtNight Pasadena Spring: Museums and cultural institutions across the city open their doors for free with special programming during this twice-yearly celebration of art and culture. City-Wide Pasadena | Friday, March 13 from 6PM–10PM.

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

Pasadena City Council Meeting

The City Council holds its regular meeting where local officials discuss and vote on city business and community issues. Click here to view agenda. Pasadena City Hall Council Chambers | Monday, March 9 | 6PM.

Senior Commission Meeting

The commission meets monthly to advise the City Council on issues affecting seniors and their quality of life. Click here to view agenda. Jackie Robinson Community Center | Tuesday, March 10 | 2PM.

Municipal Services Committee Meeting

The City Council committee meets to review and discuss municipal services and related city matters. Click here to view agenda. Pasadena City Hall Council Chambers | Tuesday, March 10 | 4PM.

Environmental Advisory Commission Meeting

The commission meets monthly to advise the City Council on environmental policy and progress related to the city’s Environmental Charter and Green City Action Plan. Click here to view agenda. City of Pasadena | Tuesday, March 10 | 6PM.

Northwest Commission Meeting

The commission meets monthly to monitor issues in Northwest Pasadena and advise the City Council on community planning and development efforts. Click here to view agenda. Jackie Robinson Community Center | Tuesday, March 10 from 6:30PM.

NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER

Monday

69 🌡️ 51 |🌤️| 💨 SW 9 mph

🌆 Air Quality Index: 59 (Moderate)

Tuesday

64 🌡️ 52 |🌤️| 💨 S 6 mph

Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler Radar.

LIVE MUSIC LOWDOWN

🎶 Triple Shot Jazz Trio: Pasadena-based trio performs modern jazz with improvisations and original compositions influenced by jazz, blues, gospel, and funk. Jones Coffee Roasters | Monday, March 9 from 9AM.

🎶 The Riner Scivally Trio: Guitarist Riner Scivally and his trio perform jazz standards, Brazilian tunes, and original compositions. Edwin Mills | Monday, March 9 from 6PM–10PM.

🎶 The Coffee Shop Jazz Trio: Pianist Matt Politano leads a trio performing modern jazz and Latin fusion alongside Blake White on bass and Mark Ferber on drums. Jones Coffee Roasters | Tuesday, March 10 from 8:30AM.

🎶 Banna Beag Mall – Irish Music Performance: Enjoy an unplugged set of Irish polkas, pub songs, sea shanties, and Celtic rock performed live during the market. Old LA Farmers Market | Tuesday, March 10 from 5PM–7PM.

🎸 Toninho Horta at the Lodge Room: Legendary Brazilian guitarist and Clube da Esquina pioneer performs a rare Los Angeles show with Pedro Martins, Henry Solomon, and special guests. Lodge Room (Highland Park) | Tuesday, March 10 from 8PM.

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