❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🌟 Pasadena's Oracle: Philanthropist and Billionaire Investor Charlie Munger Passes Away at 99

🚔 Pasadena Police, Altadena Sheriff's, and Toyota Join Forces in Fight Against Converter Theft

🏡 Pasadena's Pioneering Sustainability: Home Improvement Program Offers $4,000 in Free Upgrades

🎭 Pasadena's Youth Takes on Qui Nguyen's 'She Kills Monsters': A Rise in Local Theater Engagement

🎓 Pasadena Rotary Club Launches $30,160 Global Grant Scholarship for Graduate Studies Abroad

😃 Viral Meme

⭐️ Support Local Business

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Good morning, Pasadena Spotlight! Here's your detailed weather report for Wednesday, November 29.

Pasadena will experience a generally cool day on November 29, with temperatures starting at 47° in the early morning and gradually warming up to 61° by noon.

The weather remains consistent during the afternoon, holding at 61°, before cooling down to the mid-50s in the evening.

Partly cloudy skies will dominate throughout the day, with wind speeds ranging from a calm 1 mph in the morning to a slightly breezy 6 mph in the afternoon, falling back to a gentle 2 mph by evening.

Dressing in layers is recommended to adjust to the fluctuating temperatures. As the cloud cover will break occasionally, don't forget your sunglasses at home. And to combat the evening chill, an extra layer or a cozy sweater would be a good idea.

Pasadena's Oracle: Philanthropist and Billionaire Investor Charlie Munger Passes Away at 99

Pasadena mourns the loss of local billionaire investor and philanthropist, Charlie Munger, who passed away at the age of 99.

Munger was a close associate of Warren Buffett, serving as vice chairman of Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway holding company. He was a key figure in the company's growth and prosperity.

Referred to as the "Oracle of Pasadena" by locals, Munger had a significant impact on the community.

His philanthropic endeavors included donations to the Huntington Library in San Marino and the Polytechnic School in Pasadena, with his contributions earmarked for education and research.

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Pasadena Police, Altadena Sheriff's, and Toyota Join Forces in Fight Against Converter Theft

In an effort to combat the rising problem of catalytic converter theft, the Pasadena Police Department is partnering with Altadena Sheriff's and Toyota of Pasadena at 3600 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107 on Sunday, December 3rd.

The event, running from 8 AM - 2 PM, offers residents the opportunity to have their catalytic converters etched with unique numbers at no cost.

Concurrently, a Holiday Toy Drive will take place, and participants are encouraged to bring unwrapped toys, though it is not a requirement for the etching service.

The event is free and open to residents of Pasadena and surrounding communities, with no need for registration or appointment.

Pasadena's Pioneering Sustainability: Home Improvement Program Offers $4,000 in Free Upgrades

In a major step towards sustainability, Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) has introduced the Home Improvement Program.

This offers up to $4,000 in no-cost energy and water-saving upgrades, including evaluations, product installations, and efficiency tests.

To benefit, homeowners can sign up online or over the phone, following which PWP staff will visit their homes, install free products, and provide recommendations for further improvements.

This initiative is a testament to Pasadena's commitment to a sustainable future, underscoring the city's position as a leader in environmental stewardship.

Visit the PWP website for more info.

Pasadena's Youth Takes on Qui Nguyen's 'She Kills Monsters': A Rise in Local Theater Engagement

The Marshall Fundamental Drama Department in Pasadena is set to stage the acclaimed play, 'She Kills Monsters' by Qui Nguyen.

This marks a significant milestone for the drama department, indicating a rising interest in performing arts amongst local youth.

The performances are scheduled on November 30th, December 1st, and 2nd at 6 p.m., and December 2nd at 1 p.m. in the school's auditorium.

Tickets for the performances are priced at $10 for presale and $15 at the door. The relatively affordable ticket prices are part of the school's efforts to make the performing arts accessible to all.

Pasadena Rotary Club Launches $30,160 Global Grant Scholarship for Graduate Studies Abroad

The Rotary Club of Pasadena has announced a $30,160 Global Grant Scholarship for graduate students accepted in foreign universities where a qualified Rotary Club is present.

The scholarship supports coursework or research in seven areas, including peacebuilding, disease prevention, water sanitation, maternal and child health, education, community economic development, and environment.

Funded by Rotary International, District 5300, and the Pasadena Rotary Club, the scholarship requires applicants to demonstrate leadership skills, academic success, community service commitment, and alignment with Rotary's goals.

Applications are due by December 31, 2023, with the recipient announced in June.

Visit Rotary Club of Pasadena’s website for more info.

Share Your Holiday Spirit 🎄✨ 

if you've completed your Christmas decoration and would like to showcase your festive spirit, we invite you to share a picture of your decoration with us!

We plan to feature some of the submissions in upcoming issues. Feel free to spread the holiday cheer by sharing a glimpse of your festive setup.

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Upcoming Local Events

Wednesday, November 29

Art History Lecture Series: American Art from 1860 to 1900 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Read! Build! Play! - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

PUSD Superintendent Search Community Forum - 6:00 p.m.

How We Can End Street Homelessness in Pasadena: A Panel of Experts - 7:00 p.m.

Vroman's Fiction Reading Group - 7:00 p.m.

Rocket Science: Thomas Pynchon’s Gravity’s Rainbow at 50 - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Inherit the Wind - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 30

Find Affordable Care and Senior Housing that Works for You - 10:00 a.m.

Annual Holiday Kick-off and Holiday Tree Lighting - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Taste of Art: English Teatime - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Video Game Club - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Rover-Robics - 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Howl-iday Manners - 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Lien Shutt, in conversation with Lon Kurashige discusses Home is Here - 7:00 p.m.

Friday, December 1

Man Cave - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

SoCal Women's Conference - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

"She Kills Monsters" by Qui Nguyen - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Free First Friday - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Annual Holiday Book Sale - 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Mental Health Workshop: “Mental Health and Stigma: Changing the Story” - 6:00 p.m.

A Christmas Carol (Early Bird) - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 2

A Christmas Carol (Early Bird) - 2:00 p.m.

Artes Vocales Presents Tango with the Globe - 2:00 p.m.

Brella Holidayfest Curriculum Open House - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Winter Night - A Choral Performance - 2:00 p.m.

Holiday Kick-Off Party with KCRW DJ Novena Carmel - 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Lecture: The Buddha's Compassion and the Garden of Eden - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Holiday Look In Home Tour - 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Teddy Bear Tea - 10:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.