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Arcadia Weekly Aug 09, 2018
So much to do and eat but with VIP admission you now have time for it all. - Courtesy photo / tofuprod (CC BY-SA 2.0)
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So much to do and eat but with VIP admission you now have time for it all. – Courtesy photo / tofuprod (CC BY-SA 2.0)
EDITOR’S PICK
R.G. Canning Flea Market at Rose Bowl Stadium, Aug. 12 from 5 a.m. – 3 p.m. (1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA 91101). Find vintage treasures and bargains from over 2,500 vendors. Tickets are priced as follows: VIP admission from 5 a.m. – 7 a.m. is $20 per person, early admission from 7 a.m. – 8 a.m. is $15 per person, express admission from 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. is $12 per person, and general admission from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. is $9 per person. Children younger than 12-years-old enter for free. For more information, visit rosebowlstadium.com. – PASADENA
Your weekly events
Aug. 10
J.D. Hall’s Tribute to Barry White at The Rose, Aug. 10 at 9 p.m. (245 E. Green St., Pasadena, CA 91101). J.D. Hall and his 16-piece orchestra bring new life to Barry White’s hits. Tickets are $19.50 plus applicable fees. For more information, visit wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com. – PASADENA
Wine Glass Painting Class at Paint n’ Play, Aug. 10 from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (418 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). Learn how to paint a cute sassy lady using glass paint. This event is $45 per person. For more information, visit paintnplayartstudio.com. – MONROVIA
Arboretum Summer Nights at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Aug. 10 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007). Enjoy an evening of music, courtesy of Ikes Creek, crafts, storytelling and books, and food trucks. General admission for adults is $7 and $4 for children five to 12-years-old. For more information, visit arboretum.org. – ARCADIA
626 Night Market at Santa Anita Park, Aug. 10 from 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. (285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007). Eat until you can eat no more and then shop ‘til you drop or dance until your feet are sore. Admission is $5; children three-years-old and younger enter free. For more information, visit santaanita.com. – ARCADIA
Aug. 11
Kids’ Appetizers Class at Sauté Culinary Academy, Aug. 11 from 9:30 a.m.– 11 a.m. (150 E. Colorado Blvd., Monrovia, CA 91016). Have your kids explore the wonderful world of cooking by making fun appetizers. Tickets are $30 per child. For more information, visit sauteacademy.com. – MONROVIA
Live Music at Matt Denny’s, Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. (145 E. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006). Enjoy your dinner with rock ‘n’ roll tunes by Audio Society. Admission is free but the food is not and seating is limited. Therefore, it is suggested that you make reservations in advance. For more information, call (626) 462-0250 or visit mattdennys.com. – ARCADIA
Saturday Electro/Chill at Sena, Aug. 11 from 9:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. (409 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). DJ Matt Frank spins electro, NuDisco, dance, and dub in the front bar area. Admission is free but food is not. Street tacos for $2 will be offered from 10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. For more information, call (626) 359-9463 or visit senaonmyrtle.com. – MONROVIA
Aug. 12
Second Sunday Concert at Pasadena Central Library, Aug. 12 at 2:30 p.m. (285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena, CA 91101). The program for this concert includes Carole Mukogawa, viola with Michael Perlowin, and Pedal Steel. Admission is free. For more information, visit cityofpasadena.net/library. – PASADENA
Babes in Barns at Sierra Madre Playhouse, Aug. 12 at 7 p.m. (87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). AKT Academy at Sierra Madre Playhouse presents an evening of pure musical fun in a new show featuring a dynamic young cast. General admission for adults is $16 and $14 for youth 18-years-old and younger. For more information, visit sierramadreplayhouse.org. – SIERRA MADRE
Concert in the Park at Memorial Park Bandshell, Aug. 12 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. (222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). Pack your blankets and lawn chairs for a night of music by the Skinny Ties. This event is free for the public. For more information, contact the Community Services Office at (626) 355-5278. – SIERRA MADRE
Aug. 13
Paint and Pint Night at Mt. Lowe Brewing Co., Aug. 13 from 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. (150 E. Saint Joseph’s St., Arcadia, CA 91505). Create your own masterpiece at this night of art and pints. Tickets are $30 per person and include all supplies as well as a pint of your choice of beer. Seating is limited so it is advised that you pre-register. For information, visit store.mtlowebrewing.com. – ARCADIA
Aug. 14
Volunteer Orientation at Union Station Homeless Services, Aug. 14 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (825 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91104). This informational meeting will provide an overview of the organization’s history, programs and services, events, and the ways you can get involved. This event is free but RSVP is mandatory as space is limited. For more information, visit unionstationhs.org. – PASADENA
Blood Pressure Testing at Sierra Madre Senior Center, Aug. 14 from 11 a.m. – noon (222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). Having a healthy blood pressure is important at any age and during this event seniors can get their blood pressure tested. This event is completely free and you do not need to make an appointment. For more information, visit cityofsierramadre.com or call (626) 355-7394. – SIERRA MADRE
Aug. 15
Wine Wednesday at Myrtle Tree Garden Café & Market, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. (407 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). Taste the newest wine arrivals including a delicious Malbec from the south of France, a Zinfandel from Sonoma, and more. Admission is free. For more information, visit myrtletreecafe.com. – MONROVIA
Aug. 16
“Man of La Mancha” at A Noise Within, Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. (3352 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107). Set in a prison, the story-within-a-story of Don Quixote’s musical misadventures – rife with love, chivalry, and of course, four-armed giants – unfurls into something more transcendent: a beacon of hope in a dire world. Tickets range from $25 – $54. For more information, visit anoisewithin.org. – PASADENA
