Free Transit Rides, Thanksgiving Prep & Lady Bulldogs Triumph

Issue #013

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Pasadena Spotlight
19 Nov

❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🚌 Free Pasadena Transit Rides: City's Initiative to Promote Local Economy

🦃 Pasadena Prepares for Thanksgiving: What's Open, What's Closed?

🏀 Victorious Lady Bulldogs Set Tone for Exciting Season Ahead

🌹 Rose Garden Curator Shares Secrets to Long-Lasting Bouquets

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Free Pasadena Transit Rides: City's Initiative to Promote Local Economy

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In an effort to stimulate local businesses and the economy during the festive season, the City is providing free bus shuttle rides on the Pasadena Transit on Friday, November 24, and Saturday, November 25.

The initiative aims to increase consumer foot traffic in local shops and dining establishments by eliminating transportation hassles.

All necessary details about the service, including bus schedules, maps, and real-time bus arrival information, are available on the City's website, PasadenaTransit.net.

This initiative encourages residents to support local businesses and contribute to the sustainable growth of the local economy.

Pasadena Prepares for Thanksgiving: What's Open, What's Closed?

Thankful

The City of Pasadena will observe the Thanksgiving holiday with closures across City Hall and most city services on November 23 and 24.

However, emergency services like the Fire and Police Departments will remain fully operational.

Citizens can avail online services for power and water emergencies, account payments, and permit applications during the closures.

Trash and recycling collection, public transport, and parking regulations will be adjusted for the holiday.

All Pasadena Public Library sites and city-operated recreation centers will be closed, but parks will remain open.

The “Authentically Yours, Pasadena” campaign will commence on Small Business Saturday, November 25, promoting local shopping and providing free canvas tote bags at various welcome stations.

For more information, please visit the city’s website.

Victorious Lady Bulldogs Set Tone for Exciting Season Ahead

The Varsity Girls Basketball team of Pasadena High School has kicked off the season on a high note, earning a decisive victory against Polytechnic School (Pasadena).

The thrilling match that took place on Friday concluded with a significant 66 - 38 non-league win for the Lady Bulldogs.

But the winning streak didn't stop there. The girls' team also faced Schurr High School on Wednesday, marking another triumph in their journey.

The final scoreboard read Pasadena 57, Schurr 43, demonstrating our team's formidable skills and relentless commitment.

The Lady Bulldogs have emerged as a force to be reckoned with, setting the pace for an exciting season ahead. Their victories are a testament to their hard work, determination, and teamwork.

These wins have set a positive tone for the rest of the season, making it a great day to be a Bulldog!

Rose Garden Curator Shares Secrets to Long-Lasting Bouquets

Tom, the Rose Garden curator at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, has some valuable advice for those who wish to keep their fresh cut roses vibrant for an extended period.

In an attempt to allow people to enjoy their bouquets for the longest possible time, Tom shares his knowledge about picking the right stage of the flower to cut and how to care for them post-harvest.

To begin with, one needs a bowl of water along with a vase for the bouquet. While floral preservatives are a good choice to enhance the life of your bouquet, a tablespoon of Seven Up or Sprite (not diet) mixed in two cups of water can serve as a suitable substitute. These drinks contain sugar, which is essential for the roses' longevity.

The ideal stage to cut a rose is when a few petals have started to pull away from the bud, signalling the commencement of the opening process.

This allows the flower to continue its opening process in the vase, thus extending its lifespan.

Cutting a fully bloomed rose reduces its life since it has already spent some of its vitality in the garden.

Before placing the rose in the vase, it's best to remove the leaves from the lower part of the stem, as they can contaminate the water quickly.

Cutting a quarter of an inch off the stem is also recommended as it locks water into the sap flow of the stem, preventing air from entering.

Choosing flowers in different stages of blooming can also prolong the life of the bouquet.

Ideally, select ones with bright yellow stamens; browner stamens indicate that the flower is past its prime.

Lastly, Tom recommends changing the water in the vase every two days to maintain freshness.

While he admits that he doesn't always follow this rule at home, he insists that it's an excellent practice to adopt.

Upcoming Local Events

Sunday, November 19

Front Row Card Show - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Guitar Master Class - 11:00 a.m.

Ambient Music Performance - 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Enchanted Forest of Light - 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Monday, November 20

Freefall Into Writing - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Chess Night - 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 21

Winter Frolic - All day event

Baby Storytime - 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

SCORE Small Business Mentoring - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Kids Comic Book Club - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday, November 22

Parent Social Hour - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Music in the Chinese Garden - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 23

Turkey Trot - 9:00 a.m.

Friday, November 24

Rose Bowl Public Tours - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, November 25

UCLA Bruins vs CAL - 12:00 p.m.

Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop - 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, November 26

A Touch of Dickens - 3:00 p.m.

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