Calendar: Aug. 11 to 17

– Photo by Terry Miller

EDITOR’S PICK:

Monthly Bird Walk with Pasadena Audubon (Aug. 13 @ 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., Los Angeles Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave.). Whether you’ve been bird watching for years or just want to learn about the average bird that hangs around your neighborhood, anyone who simply enjoys the sight of birds is welcome to attend. The event is an easy walk and is welcome to birders of all ages and experience levels. The walk begins on the steps leading to the entrance of the Arboretum. Admission is $5 – free for members of the Arboretum or Audubon, and free for children under 12. For more information, visit www.pasadenaaudubon.org.

– ARCADIA

Aug. 11

True Food Kitchen Pasadena Job Fair (Aug. 11 @ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., True Food Kitchen Old Pasadena, 168 W. Colorado Blvd.). True Food Kitchen, famed restaurant concept inspired by the principles of Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-inflammatory diet, is hosting a job fair to hire staff for its Old Pasadena location, opening September 2016. Rooted in the belief that healthy food can be delicious and flavorful, True Food Kitchen caters to the wellness-aware by serving up fare that is nutritious, delicious and satisfying. Interested candidates need not be die-hard Yogis but should enjoy serving flavor-forward, nutrition-focused dishes to wellness-minded diners. Open positions for hire include host/hostess, bartender, prep cook, server, line cook, dishwasher, pastry chef, back server, wok cook and pizza cook. For candidates unable to attend the job fair, applications will be available online at www.workfortruefoodkitchen.com or call (626) 639-6818.

– PASADENA

Flower Therapy Nite: Pretty in Pink Bouquet (Aug. 11 @ 7 p.m., Mimi’s Café, 500 Huntington Drive). Flower Therapy Nite invites you to create a floral masterpiece over food and cocktails at your local restaurant, guided by a professional florist. No experience necessary! We provide everything you will need for use at the event: fresh cut flowers, vases, clippers, tape, and an apron to wear that night. Must be 21 or older. Food and drink may be purchased at the event. Seating is first come, first served.

– MONROVIA

Aug. 12

Arboretum Summer Night: Cunao (Aug. 12 @ 5 p.m., LA County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, 301 N. Baldwin Ave.). Cunao is a group of multi-ethnic musicians. They use their South American background to create evocative, poetic songs that transcend time. They put a global twist on their sound by exploring African rhythms, eastern European melodies and American rock aesthetics. Admission is free for members, $6 for general public, and $4 for children. Don’t forget to bring blankets, lawn chairs, umbrellas, and wine with your picnic-style dinner. Gates open at 5 p.m. for children’s crafts, followed by the concert at 6 p.m.

– ARCADIA

Thai Cuisine Cooking Class (Aug. 12 @ 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saute Culinary Academy, 150 E. Colorado Blvd.) In this hands-on cooking class, students will learn how to cook traditional Thai dishes using the freshest of organic ingredients. Everything will be made fresh. Price is $75. For more information, call (626)429-2323 or visit www.sauteacademy.com.

– MONROVIA

Aug. 13

Intro to Game Arts and Design (Aug. 13 @ 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mt. Sierra College, 800 Royal Oaks Drive, Suite 101). Learn from the leading industry standard 3D software package for game arts and content creations “Maya.” Students will be able to understand the user interface and comprehend the fundamental use of the tools to create their very own 3D model. Sign up now and turn your enthusiasm for video games into career. RSVP at http://mtsierra.edu/linktocollege. Program is open to public. Space is limited.

– MONROVIA

Free Used Motor Oil Event (Aug. 13 @ 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., AutoZone, 1100 W. Commonwealth Ave.) There will be a free used motor oil and oil filter recycling event at AutoZone. In exchange for turning in their used oil, participants will be rewarded with free oil filter recycling containers, shop towels, and funnels, while supplies last. Those recycling oil filters will also receive one new oil filter in exchange, while supplies last.

– ALHAMBRA

Aug. 14

Puppy Pool Party (Aug. 14 @ 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Centinela Feed, 3120 E. Colorado Blvd.). Come cool off at our Puppy Pool Party at our Pasadena store! There will be water fun and treats for the pups, with games and treats for the parents!

– PASADENA

Eaton Canyon Gardening Group (Aug. 14 @ 10 a.m., Canyon Nature Center, 1750 N. Altadena Drive). This is a hands-on gardening opportunity! Tools will be provided. Please come and volunteer to help maintain our gardens and our native vegetation. No previous experience is required.

– PASADENA

Aug. 15

Santa Anita Church Walking Group (Aug. 15 @ 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Arcadia Park, Huntington Drive and Santa Anita Avenue). The walking group is open to all levels of walking, from a leisure stroll to a power walk. The group meets in front of the Peacock Fountain at Arcadia Park. For more information, contact Amalia Seresinghe at (626) 446-8206.

– ARCADIA

Scratch for Beginners (Aug. 15 @ 4:30 p.m., Pasadena Central Library Studio on Fourth, 285 E. Walnut St.). Want to learn the basics of coding? Come to this introductory workshop on Scratch, an MIT-developed program that teaches the basics of coding. For ages 8 to 12. For more information, call (626) 744-4246, visit ci.pasadena.ca.us/library, or email Jane Gov at jgov@cityofpasadena.net.

– PASADENA

Aug. 16

Baby Rhyme Time (Aug. 16 @ 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Sierra Madre Public Library, 440 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.). Designed just for babies, toddlers, and caregivers, this fun program introduces children to songs and stories. Playtime follows a 20-minute story time.

– SIERRA MADRE

Little Owls Reading Nest (Aug. 16 @ 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive). Bring your little owlets (ages 2 and older) for enchanting nature-themed story time at Nature’s Table! Cost is free, with price of admission. For more information, call (818) 949-4200 or visit www.descansogardens.org.

– LA CANADA FLINTRIDGE

Aug. 17

Teen Zone! (Aug. 17 @ 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Arcadia Public Library, 20 W. Duarte Road). Teens, your favorite after-school hangout! Come read, study, hang out or create something wonderful in the Digital Lab. Teen Zone is becoming the place to get your creativity on! iMac computers are available during Teen Zone. They are loaded with sound and editing software designed for everyone from the novice to experts.

– ARCADIA

Mother/Daughter Book Club (Aug. 17 @ 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., Pasadena Central Library, children’s story room, 285 E. Walnut St.). Join us as we discuss books that inspire compassion, self-esteem, and courage in the face of social pressure and explore what it means to be a strong, confident young woman! Intended for girls (ages 10 and older) and their mothers (or an adult guest of their choice). August’s selection is “Countdown” by Deborah Wiles. To sign up, call (626) 744-4066, option 4.

– PASADENA

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