July 27 – Aug. 2

Picnicking for a good cause. – Courtesy photo

EDITOR’S PICK

California Dreamin’ at The Langham Huntington, July 29 from 5 – 9 p.m. (1401 S. Oak Knoll Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106). Get into the season’s spirit with an evening of your favorite grilled summer dishes, seafood, sides and sweets, plus wine and local craft beer, featuring a live band and lawn games. Tickets are $89 per adult and $45 per child between the ages of 3 and 12; ten percent of proceeds will benefit Pasadena’s Ronald McDonald House. For more information, visit langhamhotels.com. – PASADENA

Your weekly events

July 27

“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at IFGF Monrovia, July 27 from 7 – 10 p.m. (147 W. Palm Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). The students of Centre Stage will display their talents during this newest production. General admission is $15 and VIP tickets are $25. For more information, visit centrestageinc.com. – MONROVIA

LEGO Play Day at the Sierra Madre Library, July 27 from noon – 5 p.m. (440 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). Young engineers and builders will be inspired by this week’s challenge. Admission is free. For more information, visit cityofsierramadre.com or call (626) 355-7186. – SIERRA MADRE

July 28

“The Sandlot” at Recreation Park, July 28 at 7 p.m. (620 S. Shamrock Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). Pack some snacks and blankets to enjoy this cult-classic with your family. This event is free for the public. For more information, visit cityofmonrovia.org. – MONROVIA

Pasadena Film Tour at Pasadena Memorial Park, July 28 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. (85 E. Holly St., Pasadena, CA 91103). Join Jared Cowan (Jared on Location) as he guides you throughout Pasadena in a comfortable limo bus to some of the most iconic filming locations favorite movies and television shows. Tickets are $49.95. For more information, visit visitpasadena.com. – PASADENA

Mini-Golf event at Sierra Madre Public Library, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. (440 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024). The Library will transform into an 18-hole miniature golf course, complete with bunkers and traps, featuring a disc jockey and snacks. This event is free. For more information, call (626) 355-7186 or visit cityofsierramadre.com. – SIERRA MADRE

Plumeria Day at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, July 28 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007). Tour a grove of nearly 100 plumeria plants and learn about these exquisite flowers at a workshop, or buy them from a vendor. Admission ranges from $4 – $9. For more information, visit arboretum.org or call (626) 821-3222. – ARCADIA

Summer Art Walks in Old Town Monrovia, July 28 from 7 – 10 p.m. (400 and 500 block of S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). The Monrovia Association of Fine Arts (MAFA) hosts this opportunity to enjoy art along the sidewalk in Old Town. Registration is required and costs $45 for MAFA members. Membership details can be found at monroviafinearts.org/join. For more information, call (626) 483-0560 or visit monroviafinearts.org. – MONROVIA

July 29

Westfield Santa Anita Food Crawl at Westfield Santa Anita, July 29 at 9:30 a.m. (400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007). This food tour’s theme is “Sunday Funday” and will allow you to enjoy a dozen dishes from four to five eateries as guided by Michael Lin. Tickets are $59 per person. For more information, visit westfield.com/santaanita. – ARCADIA

July 30

Susie Hansen Latin Jazz Band at the Pasadena Senior Center, July 30 at 6 p.m. (85 E. Holly St., Pasadena, CA 91103). Pack a picnic and dance the night away to Latin and salsa tunes at the Scott Pavilion. Admission is free. For more information, visit pasadenaseniorcenter.org or call (626) 795-4331. – PASADENA

July 31

Loteria and Sandoval Tacos at Mt. Lowe Brewing Co., July 31 from 5 – 9 p.m. (150 E. Saint Joseph St., Arcadia, CA 91006). Show up at 5 p.m. for tacos and stay to play loteria at 6 p.m. Admission is free but you will have to pay for food and beverages. For more information, visit mtlowebrewing.com. – ARCADIA

Aug. 1

Beach Bingo Bash at the Arcadia Woman’s Club, Aug. 1 at 5 p.m. (324 S. First Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006). For the price of admission you get sheets for 11 bingo games, dinner, dessert, and a soft drink. With reservations, admission is $30 for adults and $20 for children under the age of 12; tickets at the door will be $35. For more information, contact Linda Mokler at (626) 818-7779 or llmokler@yahoo.com or Cheryl Alberg at (626) 287-2831 or caja2@aol.com. – ARCADIA

King Trivia at Matt Denny’s, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. (145 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91006). Enjoy league and tournament play of this weekly trivia challenge. Admission is free. For more information, visit mattdennys.com or call (626) 462-0250. – ARCADIA

Aug. 2

Summer Concert & Movie Series at City Hall’s west lawn, Aug. 2 from 6:30 – 10 p.m. (240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007). Pack a picnic and enjoy the Yard Sale’s show-stopping repertoire, arranged for a 4-piece rhythm section and 3-piece horn section, and “Cars 3.” This event is free for the public. For more information, call the Recreation and Community Services Department at (626) 574-5113. –ARCADIA

Beer and Board Games at Myrtle Tree Garden Café & Market, Aug. 2 at 6 p.m. (407 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA 91016). Invite your friends for Happy Hour and games; you can take your own games. Admission is free and you can enjoy select beers and glasses of wine for $5. For more information, visit myrtletreecafe.com. – MONROVIA