Calendar of events

Happening in Alhambra

August 30 – Summer serenade with “Mestizo LA” from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Alhambra Park Bandshell (500 N. Palm Ave). Band will combine salsa, rock and blues. Free.

September 4 – Six week CERT class begins from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Participants are provided with skills to survive disasters and provide assistance to others. See www.alhambracert.org or call (626) 588-CERT.

Happening in Arcadia

August 31 – Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup at the Santa Anita Race Track Gate 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.cleanLA.com for a complete list of what you can bring.

Happening in Azusa

August 31 – Zumba 101 at the Library (729 N. Dalton Ave) from 11 a.m. to noon. Free. Contact (626) 812-5268 with questions.

September 3 – Movie “MUD” at 740 N. Dalton Avenue at 1 p.m. Free.

September 4- AARP Driver Safety Classes offered at the Azusa Senior Center (740 N. Dalton Ave) from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. $12 for AARP members or $14 for non-members. Program is geared for drivers ages 50 and over, however everybody is welcome. People who take this course may qualify for an auto insurance discount. Register at the Senior Center or call (626) 812-5204.

September 5 – Community Blood Drive at the Light and Water parking lot next to CVS from noon to 6 p.m. Log onto www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code “cityofazusa.” Participants will receive 2 VIP tickets to the Laugh Factory and a free haircut at Sport Clips. Bring ID.

Happening in Baldwin Park

August 31 – Street cycling skills – 8-hour workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Free. Classes offered on a first come first served basis and are limited to 12 students. Email colin@la-bike.org at least 24 hours in advance to register. Bring a lunch.

Happening in Burbank

Now – Register for the USTA’s 7-week youth tennis program for kids 4-10 years old that begins September 16 at the Burbank Tennis Club (1515 Glenoaks Blvd). Cost is $99 for 4-7 year olds and $125 for 8 -10 year olds. Participants will receive a tennis racket, t-shirt, and a trophy upon completion of program on Nov. 3. See www.youthtennissocal.org. Contact Chris Boyer at (626) 229-9991, ext. 11.

Happening in El Monte

August 31 – The Stringers (a group of orchestra students from Dana Middle School) will perform at the El Monte Library at 2 p.m. Children ages 5 and up and their families are invited. For information call (626) 444-9506.

September 3 – DEADLINE to make reservations for “Free Seniors Day” to the Aquarium of the Pacific that will be held Sept. 6. Make reservations at the Jack Crippen Senior Center (3120 Tyler Ave). For information call (626) 580-2210.

Happening in Glendale

September 1 – Monthly antique show at 1401 N. Verdugo Rd. from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $4 and up. Contact Keith Kinkade at (408) 264-5599.

September 4 – Ara Sarafian of the Gomidas Institute will present new released edition of “Thomas Mugerditchian’s The Diyarbekir Massacres and Kurdish Atrocities” at Abril Bookstore (415 E. Broadway Ave.) at 8 p.m. Free with reception to follow. Book was published first in Armenian in 1918 and now in English for the first time.

September 5 – Outdoor concert at the Glendale City Center (101 N. Brand Blvd) at 5 p.m. Presenting the music of Sean Wiggins and Lone Goat.

Happening in Los Angeles

August 31 to September 1 – “The Taste,” an annual celebration of the Los Angeles culinary scene, will be held at Paramount Pictures Studios. Tickets on sale at www.latimes.com/thetaste

August 31 – Johnny Polanco y su Conjunto Amistad (salsa music) at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art at 5 p.m. Free. See www.lacma.org/event/johnny-polanco

September 1 – Second Annual Broad Fest at The Broad Stage (1310 11th Street, Santa Monica) features free performances and activities for kids of all ages. Free concert on the plaza featuring Masanga Marimba, Klezmer Juice, TJ Mayeshiro and more. Theater tours will be available throughout the day. Event starts at 11 a.m. Free.

September 1 – “Cuban Heritage Day” at Dodger Stadium starts at 1:10 p.m. with special concert by Cuban/Salsa band Charanga Cubana. Tickets are on this link: http://losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com/la/ticketing/supergroup.jsp?group=cuba Stay for postgame “The Sandlot” movie screening. Use password 13CUBA for significant discount.

September 1 – 20th annual Brazilian Summer Festival featuring samba icon Jorge Aragao at the Ford Amphitheater (2580 Cahuenga Blvd). See www.braziliannites.com for information.

Happening in Monrovia

September 4 – “LinkedIn Basics” workshop at the Monrovia Public Library (321 South Myrtle Ave.) in the Community Room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Sign up online at www.monroviapubliclibrary.org or call (626) 256-8274. Walk-ins also welcome.

Happening in Pasadena

August 30 – Local singer-writer Mataji Booker will perform at Lineage Dance (89 S. Fair Oaks Ave) at 8 p.m. $15 online at www.lineagedance.org or $20 at the door.

August 30 – Arpa y Aulos, a flute and harp duo composed by Salpy Kerkonian and Andrea Puente will perform works by Debussy, Ravel and Faure, joined by vocalist Amanda Squitieri. At the Norton Museum (411 West Colorado Blvd) at 7 p.m. Free with museum admission.

August 31 – Outdoor movie screening of “Back to the Future” on the rooftop at South Lake Avenue (55 South Lake Ave.) at 6:30 p.m. Free movie. Food and drink for purchase. Bring chairs.

September 4 – Big City Forum “Architecture/Complexity/Generosity” at the Armory Center for the Arts (145 N. Raymond Ave) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Will discuss current architectural approaches in Los Angeles. See www.armoryarts.org for details.

Happening in Rosemead

September 5 – Blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. at the Rosemead Public Safety Center (8301 Garvey Ave.) Walk-ins welcome. Donors will be provided a Subway sandwich. Contact Mandy Wong at (626) 569-2168.

Happening in San Gabriel

August 30 to September 1 – San Gabriel Mission 242nd Annual Fiesta with entertainment, international foods, games, bingo, rides, and more at 428 S. Mission Drive. See www.sangabrielmissionchurch.org

August 31 – Bicycling on the Road 3-hour workshop from noon to 3 p.m. Free. Participants must be over 18. Class members will receive a free helmet, bike lights and safety manual. Register and request information at info@bikesgv.org

Happening in Sierra Madre

August 31 – Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Roundup at Mariposa Avenue and Baldwin Avenue Parking Lot from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit www.cleanLA.com for a complete list of what you can bring. Contact (626) 355-7135 with questions.

September 4 – Parent/child workshops at the Library (440 West Sierra Madre Blvd) from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Families will children 36 months and younger are invited. Enrollment is free but pre-registration at the Library is required. For more information call Meegan Tosh at (626) 355-7186.

Happening in South Pasadena

Now – Register for the USTA’s 7-week youth tennis program for kids 4-10 years old that begins September 16 at the Arroyo Seco Racquet Club (920 Lohman Ln.). Cost is $99 for 4-7 year olds and $125 for 8 -10 year olds. Participants will receive a tennis racket, t-shir, and a trophy upon completion of program on Nov. 3. See www.youthtennissocal.org. Contact Chris Boyer at (626) 229-9991, ext. 11.

August 30 – “Mary Poppins” movie in the front lawn of the Oneonta Congregational Church (1515 Garfield Ave.) at 7:30 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.

September 5 – Third annual “End of Summer Concert Celebration” from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 1115 El Centro Street outside the Library community room. Free concert by “The Black Tongued Bells” performing their rock n’ roll show.

Happening in Temple City

Now – Register for the USTA’s 7-week youth tennis program for kids 4-10 years old that begins September 16 at Temple City High School (9501 Lemon Ave). Cost is $99 for 4-7 year olds and $125 for 8 -10 year olds. Participants will receive a tennis racket, t-shir, and a trophy upon completion of program on Nov. 3. See www.youthtennissocal.org. Contact Chris Boyer at (626) 229-9991, ext. 11.

August 31 – Japanese flower arrangement demonstration at noon at the Library (5939 Golden West Ave.) Bring your own fresh flowers and vase. Free.

August 31 – Bicycling on the Road 3-hour workshop from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Free. Participants must be over 18. Class members will receive a free helmet, bike lights and safety manual. Register and request information at info@bikesgv.org

September 5 – Adult program “Pilates Fitness” at 5 p.m. in the Library (5939 Golden West Ave). Body conditioning techniques to build muscle strength and endurance. Bring your own mats and water. For info call (626) 285-2136.

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