❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🚓 Pasadena Police Crack Down on Dangerous Driving in Road Safety Operation

🏆 Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K Anticipates 15,000 Runners in Pasadena

🌟 Who's your go-to Hair Salon in Pasadena? (Share your favorite spot!)

🎉 Pasadena Celebrates Jackie Robinson's 105th Birthday with Commemorative Event and Exhibit

🎶 Beethoven's 'Emperor' Performed by Award-Winning Pianist George Li with the Pasadena Symphony

😃 Viral Meme

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

The day in Pasadena starts with a chilly morning at 51°F, requiring layers to keep the chill at bay.

As the sun rises, the temperature increases, reaching a high of 66°F in the afternoon.

The afternoon is perfect for outdoor activities, but remember to stay hydrated.

As the sun sets, the temperature drops to a cool 59°F, making it an ideal time for a cozy dinner indoors.

Despite the changing temperatures, there's always a perfect time to enjoy the beauty of Pasadena.

Embrace the day, stay cozy in the evening, and remember, every weather is a good weather when you're in good company!

Stay warm and enjoy your day!

Pasadena Police Crack Down on Dangerous Driving in Road Safety Operation

The Pasadena Police Department has announced a traffic safety operation for Friday, aiming to curb dangerous driving behaviors that threaten pedestrians and cyclists.

The initiative includes recommendations for safer practices by drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.

This operation is part of a broader strategy to ensure road safety in Pasadena and is funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety.

Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K Anticipates 15,000 Runners in Pasadena

The Rose Bowl Half Marathon & 5K, organized by the McCourt Foundation, is set to take place in Pasadena on Sunday, January 21.

This annual event is expected to draw 15,000 participants, who will have the opportunity to run through iconic landmarks and city streets.

The event includes a half marathon course and a 5K run, with registered participants receiving an ASICS technical t-shirt and a finisher's medal upon crossing the finish line.

The McCourt Foundation, which focuses on combating neurological diseases, organizes the event, offering discounts to military, first responders, and law enforcement personnel.

For more info about the marathon, please visit the event’s website.

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Pasadena Celebrates Jackie Robinson's 105th Birthday with Commemorative Event and Exhibit

The City of Pasadena is inviting the public to celebrate the 105th birthday of Jackie Robinson, the legendary baseball player and civil rights activist, on January 31, 2024.

The event will take place at the Jackie Robinson Community Center and will feature self-guided tours of a special Jackie Robinson exhibit, which includes a Grays jersey, Negro League baseball items, historical pictures, and a model of Ebbets Field.

Members of Jackie Robinson’s family will be in attendance, and light refreshments will be served.

Following the JRCC event, attendees are invited to gather at the Jackie Robinson statue at the Rose Bowl Stadium for birthday cupcakes and free guided tours of the stadium and field.

For more information about this event call Jackie Robinson Community Center at (626) 744-7300.

Beethoven's 'Emperor' Performed by Award-Winning Pianist George Li with the Pasadena Symphony

On January 27, the Pasadena Symphony will be performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the "Emperor," at the Ambassador Auditorium in Pasadena.

The concert will be conducted by Kensho Watanabe and will feature award-winning pianist George Li, who has been praised for his "staggering technical prowess, a sense of command, and depth of expression."

The concert will also include Jessica Hunt's "Climb" and Kodály's "Dances of Galánta."

With over 140,000 residents, Pasadena is known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant arts scene, making it the perfect location for this must-see concert of the new year.

Upcoming Local Events

Thursday January, 18

Walk with Ease - 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Bilingual Circle Time at SCCM - 10:00 a.m.

Cabaret - 7:00 p.m.

Friday January, 19

Kevin Hart – Brand New Material - 7:00 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday January, 20

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

The Caltech Entrepreneurs Forum Community Series presents The Future of Gaming:Opportunities in Connected Ecosystems - 8:00 a.m.

27th Annual International Make-Up Artist Trade Show (IMATS) - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Storytime @ Vroman's Hastings Ranch - 10:30 a.m.

Vroman's ED - Fiction Writing Class with Diana Wagman (8 weeks) - 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Classically Imperfect's Music and the Mind Workshop - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sunday January, 21

Virtual Rose Bowl Flea Market x Free People - All day event

27th Annual International Make-Up Artist Trade Show (IMATS) - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Cheeseburger Week 2024 - All week event

Fényes Garden: Painting Demonstration & Paint/Sculpt-Out - 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Gardening Workshop: "CA Native Plant Relationships" - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Youth Stand-Up Comedy Intensive: Class to Stage in 6 Weeks! - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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

Merz Trio - 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.