❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🚧 Pasadena Gears Up for Annual Lululemon Run and Parade, Colorado Boulevard to Close

📞 Get Ready for Pasadena's Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game with Visit Pasadena’s Visitor Hotline

🎵 Pasadena's St. Andrew School Choir to Perform for Pope Francis in Vatican City on New Year's Eve

🎙️ Pasadena's Ice House Venue Immortalizes Smothers Brothers' Live Albums

🐎 Ada Gates: Ensuring Tradition and Safety at Pasadena's Rose Parade as Official Horseshoe Inspector

😃 Viral Meme

✨ We Want To Spotlight Your Business!

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Morning: Mostly cloudy with temperatures around 51-56°F and light winds at 1-2 mph from the north to southeast. Dress warmly in layers.

Noon: Cloudy with temperatures rising to 59-63°F and winds from the southeast at 2-3 mph. Wear light layers and sunglasses.

Afternoon: Mostly cloudy with temperatures around 62-63°F and winds from the south at 3-4 mph. Dress comfortably in light clothing and sun protection.

Evening: Mostly cloudy with temperatures dropping to 53-57°F and light winds from the east to southeast at 2 mph. Consider adding a light jacket or sweater.

Remember to stay prepared for the varying cloud cover and enjoy your day in Pasadena!

Have a fantastic Friday!

Pasadena Gears Up for Annual Lululemon Run and Parade, Colorado Boulevard to Close

Pasadena is preparing for the annual Lululemon Run and Parade, with Colorado Boulevard scheduled to be closed to motor vehicles from December 31, 2023, until the conclusion of the parade's staging and clean-up, reopening by January 1, 2024.

This closure is part of the city's efforts to ensure the safety and smooth execution of these highly anticipated events, which bring together residents and visitors for a day of celebration and community spirit.

Get Ready for Pasadena's Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game with Visit Pasadena’s Visitor Hotline

Pasadena has launched the Visit Pasadena’s Visitor Hotline at (877) 793-9911 to aid visitors seeking information about the upcoming Rose Parade, Rose Bowl Game, dining options, directions, accommodations, and other holiday-related events.

The hotline will be operational until Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, providing essential assistance to visitors during this festive period. Additionally, visitors can access the digital 2024 Spectator Guide on VisitPasadena.com, offering comprehensive guidance and information to enhance their experience while in Pasadena.

Pasadena's St. Andrew School Choir to Perform for Pope Francis in Vatican City on New Year's Eve

The St. Andrew School Choir from Pasadena is gearing up to sing for Pope Francis at the Vatican's Epiphany Festival on New Year's Eve. Led by music teacher Patrick Flahive, the choir will have the honor of performing alongside the Sistine Chapel choir. Their repertoire includes songs in different languages, such as Spanish, Latin, English, and Italian.

Pasadena's Ice House Venue Immortalizes Smothers Brothers' Live Albums

In 1964, the Smothers Brothers, a popular comedy duo, chose Pasadena's The Ice House as the venue to record two of their live albums, leaving an indelible mark on the city's entertainment history.

Despite financial constraints, the owners of The Ice House, Bob Stane and Willard Chilcott, struck a unique deal with the brothers, offering them two "souped-up scooters" in lieu of their performance fee.

The resulting live albums, "It Must Have Been Something I Said!" and "Tour de Farce: American History and Other Unrelated Subjects," were met with resounding success, drawing large, enthusiastic audiences and elevating the venue's status.

The liberal and youthful atmosphere of Pasadena, with its proximity to several colleges, provided an ideal backdrop for the brothers' politically charged comedy, resonating deeply with the knowledgeable and progressive audience.

Ada Gates: Ensuring Tradition and Safety at Pasadena's Rose Parade as Official Horseshoe Inspector

Ada Gates, the first woman in the US to become a Certified Journeyman Farrier, plays a vital role in the annual Rose Parade in Pasadena as the official Horseshoe Inspector.

Her journey into the male-dominated field of farriery was marked by challenges, but she persevered, becoming a respected figure in the industry. Gates' meticulous inspections ensure the safety of horses and riders during the parade.

Her advice to aspiring farriers emphasizes dedication, continuous learning, and serving apprenticeships. Despite preferring to work behind the scenes, Gates' dedication contributes to the continued success of the Rose Parade.

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Upcoming Local Events

Friday December, 29

Equestfest - 10:00 a.m.

Decorating Places (Timed Entry) - 11:00 a.m.

Wild California Explorers - 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

The Other Reindeer Carolers - 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Saturday December, 30

Pasadena Farmers' Market at Victory Park - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

2023 Architectural Legacy Tours - 10:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

New Year's in Pasadena - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Happy Noon Year - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Saloons and Speakeasies Walking Tour - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday December, 31

New Year's in Pasadena - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Rose Bowl Bash - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Winter Family Fun Zone - 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Explore Pasadena - 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sustainability Sundays at SCCM - 2:00 p.m.

New Year's Celebrations at The Langham's Tap Room - 4:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

New Year's Celebrations at The Langham's Terrace Restaurant - 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

New Year's Celebrations at The Langham - 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

New England New Year's Eve at Bacchus' Kitchen - 6:00 p.m.

NYE Live @ The Lost Parrot - 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

New Year's Celebrations at The Langham's Lobby Lounge - 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

NYE Live @ The Lost Parrot (Late Show with Countdown & Toast) - 9:30 p.m.

Lululemon Run with the Roses 5K - 11:59 p.m. - 01/01/2024 2:00 a.m.