Celebrating Veterans Day

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In today’s News N’ Roses:

• Pasadena Veterans Day ceremony

• Pasadena voters approve all measures

• Upcoming events this week

Let’s get to it.

— Matthew Ramirez

P.S. Happy Veterans Day to our Pasadena Veterans. Thank you for your service!

THE DIGEST

Pasadena Veterans Day Ceremony to Feature Keynote by Decorated Military Leader Colonel Juan M. Mora

Pasadena’s Veterans Day ceremony will honor Colonel Juan M. Mora, Chief of Staff of the 40th Infantry Division, whose career embodies a lifetime of dedication to the U.S. Army. Commissioned as an Infantry Officer in 1997 after graduating from California State University, Fullerton, Colonel Mora began as a Rifle Platoon Leader with the 1-184th Infantry Battalion of the California Army National Guard. His subsequent assignments included leadership in the Wisconsin Army National Guard. With accolades such as the Legion of Merit Medal, Bronze Star Medal, and the Combat Infantry Badge, Colonel Mora’s service spans numerous honors and leadership roles. Currently, a Level III Joint Qualified Officer, his career reflects both valor and commitment, making him an exemplary figure for Pasadena’s Veterans Day tribute.

Pasadena Voters Approve All Measures

Pasadena voters showed strong support for city measures, with each passing by significant margins, including the measure to fund the renovation of the main library. Here are the results:

• Measure PA, Special Elections for City Council Vacancies and Residency Requirements:(85.82% YES, 14.18% NO)

• Measure PB, Vice Mayor Role, Acting Mayor, and Annual City Council Meeting Updates: (85.24% YES, 14.76% NO)

• Pasadena PC, Term Limits for Mayor and City Council Members: (81.62% YES, 18.38% NO)

• Pasadena PF, Updates to Pasadena Fire and Police Retirement System (FPRS): (85.39% YES, 14.61% NO)

• Pasadena PR, Revisions to City Charter on Rent Control and Housing Protections: (63.03% YES, 36.97% NO)

• Pasadena PL: $195 Million Bond for Pasadena Central Library Renovation: (71.60% YES, 28.40% NO)

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WHAT'S HAPPENING 

Monday

• 🇺🇸Pasadena Veterans Day Celebration: This Veterans Day, Pasadena will gather at City Hall’s Centennial Square to honor military veterans. The commemoration, hosted by the Pasadena Veterans Day Committee with support from Vietnam Veterans of America Ch. 446 and American Legion Post #13, features a 10:30 AM ceremony, WWII memorabilia, kids' activities, and a special Condor Squadron flyover at 11:11 AM.

• 🎵Music in the Rose Garden: In collaboration with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, The Huntington presents Music in the Rose Garden performances featuring a rotating set of solo and duo performers on various instruments, including violin, cello, and guitar. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to wander through the breathtaking Rose Garden while listening to live music. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

• 🎻Chamber Music Masterclass: Join acclaimed violinist Ryan Meehan for an exclusive master class, where he’ll share insights from his illustrious career with the Calidore String Quartet and performances at world-renowned venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. With top prizes and collaborations with artists like Anne-Sophie Mutter, this is a unique opportunity to learn from one of chamber music’s most celebrated talents. Free! 7:15 PM at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music.

• 👟Monday Fun Run: Run With Us presents “Monday Fun Run!” Win Prizes. Test out shoes. Join a community! You will have 4 and 6-mile options. All paces, runners, walkers, and furry friends are welcome! Meet new runners, test out the latest footwear releases from favorite brands, and win awesome prizes at the end of each month. This is a social run that is for runners of all abilities. Monday Fun Run meets in the parking lot behind the store. 6 PM at Run With Us.

Tuesday

• 🎵La Cage aux Folles: Opens The Pasadena Playhouse newest musical. Beautiful. Bawdy. Bizarre. The hottest drag club in town and one of theater’s all-time biggest hits. Opens Nov. 12.

• 🌽Pasadena Farmers’ Market: The Pasadena Farmers Market is a popular community event held every Tuesday and Saturday. The market features a diverse selection of fresh produce, artisanal goods, and prepared foods from local vendors. 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM.

Save the Date

• 🎤Giggle Gaggle with Taylor P. Miller: Amazing night of comedy at The Ice House in Pasadena. Comics you’ve seen on Netflix, Disney+, HBO, Comedy Central and many more this amazing lineup is only $15. Reserve your seats now as seating is limited. Nov. 16. Doors open at 7 PM.
  

  

• 🪕Pasadena Armenian Festival: Indulge in fun and memorable Armenian cultural experiences right here in Pasadena, California! Come and enjoy your time. Attendance is free, so bring your friends, family or even a date! Nov. 16, 10AM - 5 PM

• 🚲Bike the Rivers: A multimodal morning ride as we bike along the Arroyo Seco & LA River bike paths then ride the rails back to the start!, Nov. 16, 8 AM - 12 PM

• 📚Vroman’s 130th Anniversary Celebration: Come celebrate with a true gem of Pasadena. Enjoy raffle prices every 30 minutes, take part in trivia around the store and see limited edition merch!

• 🎉DooDah Parade: An annual, whimsical event celebrating creativity and humor with quirky floats, costumes, and lively participants. Established in the late 1970s, it serves as an unconventional alternative to the traditional Rose Parade, attracting large crowds each year. Nov. 24 at 11 AM.

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CIVIL NEWS

Pasadena Veterans Day Closures

Pasadena City offices will be closed Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Essential services from Pasadena Police, Fire, and Water & Power will remain available, though business offices will be closed. Trash and recycling pickups will follow the usual schedule, and all parks and public transit will operate as normal. Parking meters will be free on Veterans Day, with regular enforcement resuming Tuesday. Street cleaning is suspended.

City Council Meeting Cancelled

In observance of Veterans Day, today’s City Council meeting has been cancelled.

NEWS N’ ROSES WEATHER

Monday

71 🌡️ 52 |☀️| 💨 VAR 2-6 mph, gusts up to 13 mph

🌆 Air Quality Index: 79 (Moderate)

Tuesday

70 🌡️ 48 |☀️| 💨 VAR 2-6 mph, gusts up to 12 mph

Temperature readings taken from the Pasadena Doppler radar. 

LIVE MUSIC

Mighty Love

A free, indoor concern on the second Saturday of each month. This month, featuring Might Love a soul, RnB, Funk & Dance Hits band. Altadena Library 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.

Triple Shot Jazz Trio

Triple Shot is a modern jazz trio based in Pasadena, performing improvisations and original compositions. They are rooted in the traditions of jazz and blues, with a subtle influence of gospel and funk. Jones Coffee Roasters, Every Tuesday, 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

SPORTS

Upcoming UCLA and PCC Matches

UCLA Football 🏈

11/23 UCLA vs USC | TBD at Rose Bowl Stadium

11/30 UCLA vs Fresno State | TBD at Rose Bowl Stadium

Men’s Football 🏈

11/16 PCC vs. LA Valley| 6 PM at Robinson Stadium

Women’s Soccer ⚽

11/12 PCC vs. Long Beach | 4 PM at SCC Tournament

Men’s Soccer ⚽

11/12 PCC vs. Mt. San Antonio | TBD at SCC Tournament

Women’s Volleyball 🏅

11/13 PCC vs. Rio Hondo | TBD

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