❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight 

🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather

🌍 Pasadena 100 Leads 'Meditative March' for Carbon-Free City on Climate Emergency Declaration Anniversary

☔ Brace for Impact: Pasadena Faces Significant Rainfall from Two Consecutive Storms

🌟 Please Support Our Local Business Owners

🎶 A Night of Cultural Richness: Pasadena Symphony and POPS Showcase Pina Bausch's Work

😺 Pasadena Humane: Call for Cat Carrier Donations

😃 Viral Meme

🗓️ Upcoming Local Events

Sunday in Pasadena starts with morning showers and temperatures around 50° to 54°, accompanied by an east-southeast wind at 9 to 13 mph.

As the day progresses, rain continues, with temperatures remaining around 54° and the wind picking up to 14 to 16 mph. It's important to dress warmly and be prepared for persistent rain and gusty winds.

Throughout the day, be sure to have your rain gear handy and dress for cooler temperatures.

The evening will remain damp and breezy, so staying dry and warm is essential.

Don't let the rain dampen your spirits!

Stay dry and safe, Pasadena.

Pasadena 100 Leads 'Meditative March' for Carbon-Free City on Climate Emergency Declaration Anniversary

The city of Pasadena, California, marked the first anniversary of its Climate Emergency Declaration with a 'Meditative March' organized by the environmental nonprofit Pasadena 100.

The march began at Pasadena Water and Power's offices and ended at Pasadena City Hall Plaza, where participants, including local faith leaders, were recognized for their efforts.

The event served as a reminder of the importance of a carbon-free city and the moral imperative to protect future generations, urging action towards achieving the goal of sourcing 100% of Pasadena's electricity from carbon-free sources by 2030.

Brace for Impact: Pasadena Faces Significant Rainfall from Two Consecutive Storms

Residents of Pasadena and the wider Los Angeles County are bracing for significant rainfall, with forecasters predicting that the area will receive over 7 inches of precipitation from two consecutive storms.

The first storm, which arrived on Wednesday, is expected to drop around 3 inches of rain on Pasadena, while the second storm, due to arrive early next week, is predicted to bring an additional 4.5 inches.

The storms are being fueled by atmospheric rivers, which can lead to intense periods of rainfall.

Residents are being advised to prepare for potential flooding and to avoid traveling during the storms if possible.

A Night of Cultural Richness: Pasadena Symphony and POPS Showcase Pina Bausch's Work

The Pasadena Symphony and POPS are gearing up for an exceptional event at the iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, featuring the artistry of Pina Bausch's significant works.

A specially assembled company of 34 dancers from 14 African countries will take the stage, promising a night filled with cultural richness and artistic brilliance.

In addition to this, a brand-new work inspired by the remarkable lives of two women who juggled roles as choreographers, professors, and grandmothers will be presented, adding a layer of depth and connection to the evening.

This event is poised to be a celebration of shared histories and genius, offering a unique and enriching experience for all attendees.

With tickets selling fast, it's an opportunity not to be missed.

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

Pasadena Humane: Call for Cat Carrier Donations

The Pasadena Humane is reaching out to the community for urgent donations of cat carriers to support the safe transportation of cats and kittens to their foster or forever homes.

These carriers are vital for ensuring the well-being and security of the shelter's feline residents during their transition to new environments.

The shelter is specifically seeking new or gently-used plastic carriers, which can be conveniently dropped off in designated large donation bins located in the shelter's underground parking lot and on the first floor, outside the Shelter Shop.

Additionally, supporters can contribute by purchasing carriers from the shelter's Amazon wishlist.

The Pasadena Humane expresses profound gratitude for the generous support of the community and highlights the significant impact that these contributions will have on the welfare of the shelter's feline inhabitants.

Upcoming Local Events

Sunday February, 4

PCC Flea Market - 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

50th Annual Southern California Camellia Show - All day event

Lunar New Year Festival Hosted by the Chinese Club of San Marino - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Rare Books LA Pasadena - 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Playhouse 100 Film Festival - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Lunar New Year Celebration at One Colorado - 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

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

Bach + Bauer: LA Chamber Orchestra’s Baroque Series Features an All-Bach Program with Celebrated Bass Thomas Bauer - 7:30 p.m.

Monday February, 5

Take & Make: Basquiat: The Art and the Artist Signups Begin - All day event

Mindful Mondays at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

American Mah Jongg Club - 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Gene Luen Yang and Leuyen Pham discuss Lunar New Year Love Story - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday February, 6

ShopTalk Business Breakfast: A chance to network and learn – a ‘master class’ for small businesses! - 8:00 a.m.

Vibrant Living Resource Fair - 10:00 a.m.

Messy Play at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.

Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday February, 7

Celebration Stories - 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

American History Lecture Series: Early American History from 700 to 1700 - 11:00 a.m.

Storytime with Mr. Steve! - 11:00 a.m.

Lunar New Year Luncheon - 11:45 a.m.

Valentine's Day Card Workshop - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wine & Song: Raspin & the Eldermen and Natalie Gelman - 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Indigenous and Black Fridays: What Robinson Crusoe Tells Us about Race - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Thursday February, 8

Free Health Screening - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Lunar New Year Talk: "Working Women in Ancient China" - 2:30 p.m.

Year of the Dragon - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Friday February, 9

Alverno Heights Academy's Annual Golf Classic - 10:00 a.m.

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

Altadena Neighborhood Farmers' Market - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Candelas Music and Arts Foundation Benefit Concert - 6:00 p.m.

Haunted Pasadena - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Alison Dundes Renteln discusses International Human Rights - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday February, 10

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

Community Service Day - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Botanic Boutique - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Chinese New Year Festival - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 10:00 a.m.

Haiku Walk and Workshop - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

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

Finding Your Voice: Writing Workshop - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Lunar New Year@PAM - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Pop-Up Adoption Event at PetSmart Tujunga - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Vroman's Special Storytime featuring Ruth Spiro presenting Love Grows - 11:00 a.m.

Sew & Sew: Empowering Youth and Adults - 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 1:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

Kids Art: Pastels & Paint - 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Chocolate Storytime - 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Winter Arts Crawl 2024 - 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Journey Through Siam - 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Meow and Make: Mardi Gras Masks - 5:00 p.m.

Foothills Dancemakers - 7:30 p.m.

Kate - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday February, 11

Rose Bowl Flea Market - 5:00 a.m.

Botanic Boutique - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Chinese New Year Festival - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 11:30 a.m.

Crafts with Carmen at Vroman's Hastings Ranch! - 12:00 p.m.

Kate - 2:00 p.m.

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

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 2:00 p.m.

Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 2:30 p.m.

Foothills Dancemakers - 4:00 p.m.

Restoration Concert Series: Fiato String Quartet - 4:00 p.m.