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Issue #106
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❤️ In this issue of Pasadena Spotlight
🌤️ Pasadena, CA Weather
🚓 Pasadena Police Investigate Two Saturday Night Shootings, No Victims Found
🏞️ Search and Rescue Teams Save Injured Pasadena Hiker
✨ Esguerra Chiropractic: Uniting Sports Medicine and Chiropractic for Optimal Patient Care
🌟 Please Support Our Local Business Owners
🚨 Scam Alert: Pasadena Residents Urged to Stay Vigilant
😃 Viral Meme
🗓️ Upcoming Local Events
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Pasadena is in for a wet and cool Tuesday. Showers are expected throughout the day, with a high chance of rainfall in the morning and evening hours. Here's a breakdown of what to expect, hour by hour:
Morning (5am-10am): Expect a chilly start to the day, with temperatures hovering around 52°-55°. The easterly winds will pick up, reaching speeds of 3-5 mph. Dress in layers and pack an umbrella or raincoat for your morning commute.
Noon (11am-1pm): Rain will continue, with temperatures rising slightly to 55°-56°. The wind will shift to the southeast, blowing at 5 mph. Keep your rain gear handy and consider bringing a change of clothes if you plan on being out and about.
Afternoon (2pm-5pm): Rain is expected to continue throughout the afternoon, with temperatures remaining steady at around 56°. The wind will pick up a bit, reaching speeds of 6 mph. Dress comfortably and be prepared for wet conditions.
Evening (6pm-11pm): Rain will taper off in the evening, but there's still a chance of light rain. Temperatures will drop to around 52°-54°. The wind will slow down to 3-5 mph. Enjoy a cozy evening indoors and keep an eye on the weather forecast for the rest of the week.
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Pasadena Police Investigate Two Saturday Night Shootings, No Victims Found
Pasadena Police are currently investigating two separate ShotSpotter alerts that occurred on Saturday, February 17, during which approximately two dozen shots were fired but no victims were found.
At 7:05 p.m., officers responded to the first alert for eight shots fired in the 70 block of West Claremont Street.
A second alert was issued for an additional four shots in the vicinity of the 100 block of West Hammond Street.
During the investigation, officers recovered 23 shell casings and discovered three parked vehicles that had been hit. Detectives are currently handling the ongoing investigation.
Despite receiving calls about the gunfire and checking local hospitals, no gunshot victims were located.
Anyone with information about this case is encouraged to call the Pasadena Police at (626) 744-4241 or report information anonymously by contacting “Crime Stoppers” at (800) 222-TIPS (8477), via your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile App on Google Play or the Apple App Store, or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.
Search and Rescue Teams Save
Injured Pasadena Hiker
A hiker with an ankle injury was successfully rescued from a Pasadena canyon on Sunday, after a nearly two-hour effort by Pasadena firefighters and Altadena search and rescue personnel.
The technical rescue response began at 1:13 p.m. when Pasadena Fire Department resources were dispatched to the 2250 block of Pinecrest Drive for a reported injured hiker in Eaton Canyon.
Pasadena Fire rescue crews worked with Altadena Mountain Rescue Team members and located the hiker along a trail in the canyon.
The hiker was treated on scene before being transported out using rescue equipment.
The hiker was then moved to a utility terrain vehicle and driven the rest of the way before being taken by ambulance to a local hospital for further treatment of an ankle injury.
The total operation lasted approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes from the time the first unit arrived on the scene.
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Esguerra Chiropractic: Uniting Sports Medicine and Chiropractic for Optimal Patient Care
In the heart of Pasadena, nestled at 2620 E Walnut St, lies Esguerra Chiropractic, a unique practice that combines the disciplines of sports medicine and chiropractic to provide exceptional patient-centered treatment plans.
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Founded by Timothy Esguerra, a former three-sport athlete who sustained multiple injuries, Esguerra Chiropractic aims to bridge the gap between rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise, empowering patients with the knowledge and tools to improve their quality of life.
Esguerra Chiropractic offers a range of services, including chiropractic spinal/extremity adjustments, directional non-force joint mobilizations, ultrasound therapy, electrical muscle stimulation, myofascial techniques, neuromuscular re-education, sports medicine assessment and rehabilitation, and strength training.
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The practice's commitment to evidence-based techniques and modalities ensures that patients receive the most effective treatments for their specific conditions.
Timothy Esguerra's journey into the world of chiropractic began after experiencing his own struggles with multiple concussions and injuries.
Through rehabilitation with his athletic trainer, he developed an interest in the conservative management of musculoskeletal sports injuries.
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This passion led him to pursue a personal training certificate, study Kinesiology at CSULA, and eventually complete his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Southern California University of Health Sciences.
What sets Esguerra Chiropractic apart from other practices is its dedication to providing personalized, in-depth care for each patient.
Visits typically range from 40-60 minutes, ensuring that patients receive ample one-on-one time with their practitioner.
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Esguerra believes in taking the time to accurately diagnose each patient's condition, leading to the most effective treatment plan and exercise regimen.
Esguerra Chiropractic's unique approach to patient care has garnered attention in the local community.
Timothy Esguerra has provided free community mobility and exercise workshops at local gyms in the SGV, as well as sports chiropractic services for the Altadena golf course tournament and South Bay baseball leagues.
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These community initiatives demonstrate Esguerra Chiropractic's commitment to improving the health and well-being of the people it serves.
To learn more about Esguerra Chiropractic and its transformative approach to patient care, visit esguerrachiropractic.com or follow them on Instagram at @esguerrachiropractic.
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Scam Alert: Pasadena Residents Urged to
Stay Vigilant
The Pasadena Police Department has reported a significant increase in scams targeting residents, prompting a warning to residents to remain vigilant.
Scammers are employing various tactics, including impersonating law enforcement and sending phishing emails, to extort money and personal information from unsuspecting victims.
In one common scam, scammers falsely display a law enforcement phone number on the victim's caller ID, attempting to convince them to send money or provide sensitive financial data such as bank account or credit card information.
The Pasadena Police Department emphasizes that it will never ask for any type of payment over the telephone.
Residents are advised to take precautions to protect themselves from scams. Avoid sending money or providing personal information to unknown individuals, and do not feel pressured by threatening callers.
Instead, verify the story by contacting the police department directly.
Other useful tips to avoid scams include using two-factor authentication, avoiding accessing personal information on public Wi-Fi networks, learning to identify phishing emails, using strong, unique passwords for every website, and not answering calls from unknown numbers.
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Upcoming Local Events
Tuesday February, 20
Toddler Storytime - 10:15 a.m.
Messy Play at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Preschool Storytime - 10:30 a.m.
Masters Series 2024 Winter Term: How Art Dealers Changed Art - "The Shock of the New" - 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Art a la Carte - 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fun with Mixed Media with Armory Center for the Arts - 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Kids Comic Book Club - 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
What is Social Ecologies? with Nance Klehm - 5:00 p.m.
Laurie R. King discusses The Lantern's Dance - 7:00 p.m.
T. Boyle's Tavern: Geeks who Drink Trivia - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday February, 21
Free Health Screening - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Celebration Stories - 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Story & Craft at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Storytime with Mr. Steve! - 11:00 a.m.
Read! Build! Play! - 11:30 a.m.
Rotary Club of Pasadena's Weekly Meeting with Guest Michele Zack, Altadena Historical Society - 12:00 p.m.
Music at Noon: Maksim Velichkin, pianist - 12:10 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.
Legal Research Assistance with LA Law Library - 2:00 p.m.
Art with Jeanette - 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Leeme Un Cuento ("Read Me a Story") - 4:00 p.m.
Public Safety Committee Meeting (CANCELED) - 4:00 p.m.
Library Commission Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
The Meet Cute Book Club - 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wine & Song: Jodi Siegel and Jeff Plankenhorn - 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Lisa Genova - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday February, 22
Baby Storytime - 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Bilingual Circle Time at SCCM - 10:00 a.m.
Blair Host Young & Healthy Pasadena USC Mobile Dental Clinic - All day event
An Introduction to Pilates - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Preschool Storytime - 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
STEAM Storytime - 10:30 a.m.
STILL: The DEI Mission Continues. Get Onboard - 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Mindful Looking: Open Green - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Spanish Conversation Group - 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Homework Help (Grades K-8) - 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Hierarchical Diffusion with John David O'Brien (Artist on Site) - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
PUSD Board of Education Meeting - 4:00 p.m.
South Pasadena Farmers' Market - 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Transportation Advisory Commission (TAC) Meeting - 4:00 p.m.
Video Game Club - 4:00 p.m.
Discover and Celebrate Your Family History - 4:30 p.m.
Preserve Your Family Photos - 4:30 p.m.
Scout Programs - 4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Inside HMRI - 5:00 p.m.
SPHEREx: Zooming Out to See the Big Picture - 5:00 p.m.
Founders’ Day 2024: Foundations and Futures | Karen R. Lawrence in Conversation with Lori Bettison-Varga - 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 7:30 p.m.
The Kristi McHugh Laff Show - 8:00 p.m.
Friday February, 23
Shaping Black Modernisms: Art, Culture, and Community In California - 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
English Conversation Class (Basic-Intermediate) - 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Science Journey: Chaos, Turbulence, and the Beauty of Uncertainty in Complex Systems - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Play and Learn - 10:30 a.m.
Rose Bowl Public Tours - 10:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.
Wild California Explorers - 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Haunted Pasadena - 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Anu Chouhan discusses "Hair Oil Magic" - 7:00 p.m.
Caltech Tai Chi Club - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cat Bingo - 7:00 p.m.
DBSA San Gabriel Valley Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Kahaani: Journals of a Dancer - 7:00 p.m.
NT LIVE: Vanya - 7:00 p.m.
Sharon Mahoney Presents... - 8:00 p.m.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 8:00 p.m.
Uncensored Comedy with Chaunte Wayans - 9:30 p.m.
Ladies Love Comedy - 10:00 p.m.
Saturday February, 24
Pasadena Farmers' Market at Victory Park - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pop-Up Adoption Event at Pasadena Farmer’s Market (Victory Park) - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Restore + Explore: Forest Bathing with Debra Wilbur - 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Black Education Expo - 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Shaping Black Modernisms: Art, Culture, and Community In California - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Student Community Service Day - 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bonsai-a-Thon - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 10:00 a.m.
IT Cafe with Free Computer Giveaway - 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Family Storytime - 10:30 a.m.
Saturday Sing-Along at SCCM - 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Storytime @ Vroman's Hastings Ranch - 10:30 a.m.
2024 Villa Parke Youth Soccer Inauguration Parade - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Identity Theft: Creations from Social Conscience - 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pacific Oaks College 3rd Annual Black Health and Wellness Fair 2024 - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
2nd Annual Gator Golf Tournament - 11:30 a.m.
Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 1:00 p.m.
Soil Safari with Nance Klehm - 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tour: Sculpture at the Norton Simon Museum - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
12 Dancing Princesses - 2:00 p.m.
NT Live: Yerma - 2:00 p.m.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 2:00 p.m.
Crafty Cats Club - 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Kahaani: Journals of a Dancer - 3:00 p.m.
Octavia E. Butler Science Fiction Book Club - 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dante R. Brizill: Black Women in WWII: "Greatness Under Fire" Series - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Writers Meetup - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Deez Nutz - 5:00 p.m.
Hillsides Annual Gala 2024 - 5:30 p.m.
California Young Artists Symphony Concert - 6:30 p.m.
Kahaani: Journals of a Dancer - 7:00 p.m.
NT Live: Dear England - 7:00 p.m.
HOMEGROWN Comedy: LA Edition - 7:30 p.m.
Funny Money (Scholarship Fundraiser) - 8:00 p.m.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street - 8:00 p.m.
Swing Out Saturday Night! James Intveld & The Swing Sinners - 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The Takeover Comedy - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday February, 25
Bonsai-a-Thon - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Scout Programs - 10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
2024 Castle Green Wedding Open House - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Eva’s World: Exclusive Fényes Mansion Tour - 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Exclusive Fenyes Mansion Tour: Eva's World - 11:00 a.m.
Grumpy Monkey, The Musical - 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Salon: Light and Dark: Baroque Painting - 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Reading the Weeds with Nance Klehm - 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Terry Chatkupt Photography Workshop - 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Get Out the Vote! Free Art Workshop for All Ages - 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
12 Dancing Princesses - 2:00 p.m.
NT LIVE: Vanya - 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.
NT LIVE: Vanya - 7:00 p.m.
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