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Pasadena Prepares for the Holidays🔔

Pasadena Prepares for the Holidays🔔

News N' Roses
November 29, 2024

Good morning, Pasadena. This is News N’ Roses, the newsletter that is as exciting as a Black Friday deals!

In today’s News N’ Roses:

Old Pasadena Shopping Transformation
The Weeknd Final Concert at the Rose Bowl?
Events this week

Let’s get to it.

— Matthew Ramirez

THE DIGEST

Old Pasadena Shopping Transformation

This Saturday, November 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Old Pasadena is set to transform your shopping experience with interactive "Welcome Stations" located throughout the historic district. These stations will offer free canvas tote bags and Old Pasadena-branded enamel pins, available while supplies last, to enhance your shopping adventure. Participating businesses are rolling out the red carpet with special promotions, holiday photo sessions, cheese tastings, and more, making it the perfect opportunity to support local merchants and immerse yourself in the festive spirit. To make your visit even more convenient, the Pasadena Department of Transportation is offering free rides on Pasadena Transit on both November 29 and 30. With nearly 200 independent businesses participating, Old Pasadena invites you to shop small, dine local, and enjoy a day filled with community cheer and holiday festivities.

Weeknd Final Concert at the Rose Bowl?

Pasadena's Rose Bowl is set to host a landmark event as The Weeknd celebrates the release of his new album, Hurry Up Tomorrow, with a one-night-only concert on January 25, 2025. This performance will feature an innovative in-the-round stage design that occupies the entire stadium floor, promising fans an immersive experience. Tickets for this highly anticipated event go on sale December 2 at 10 a.m. PT via The Weeknd's official website. Given the unique production and significance of the show, demand is expected to be high. Fans are encouraged to secure their tickets promptly to witness what may be The Weeknd's final performance under his current moniker.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING

Friday

📽️ Frankenstein (1931): Norton Simon Museum will be showing the screen classic as part of the film series Low Key: The Magic, Wonder and Horror of Light, 4:30 - 5:40 PM
🚶Will Hike for Food: The 9th Annual hike and food drive! This event, founded by NobodyHikesInLA.com, and organized by WalkingPasadena.com at the Gabrilino Trail, 8:30 AM

Saturday

🛒Small Business Saturday Shopping and Dining and look for participating business Nov 28th at 8:30 AM.
🛍️Green & Bisque’s Annual Holiday Market: Over 80 local ceramic articles from the studio! Special giveaways, food & beverages. Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 10 AM - 5 PM
🌰Nutcracker Tea: The Langham Pasadena Civic Ballet presents The Nutcracker at the magnificent Viennese Ballroom of the Langham Huntington, 11 AM & 2:30 PM
💮An Evening at the Gardens: A very special in the waning light with the reflections on the ponds hosted by Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden

Sunday

🛍️SoCal Etsy Guild Market: Live art and homemade vendors—happening at the Paseo, 12 - 7 PM
🎄Christmas Carol: The region’s longest-running annual holiday tradition returns! Presented by a Noise within, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, 2 PM
🛒PCC Flea Market: Monthly Market at Pasadena City College, 8 AM - 3 PM

Save the Date

💫Stargazing Lecture: A monthly meet up hosted by Caltech’s Astronomy club featuring Caltech professors. This month the topic is “How to build a galaxy from scratch”, be sure to stay for the telescopes! Dec. 6, 8 PM
🏰Castle Green Holiday Tour: Step into Pasadena’s most enchanting secret: Castle Green. This Moorish-Victorian masterpiece, built in 1898, feels like stepping into a dream where history and romance collide. With its iconic bridge, lush gardens, and grand arches, it’s a portal to another time, whispering tales of its past as a luxury hotel, a backdrop for weddings, and even a home to ghostly legends. Whether you’re drawn to its old-Hollywood allure or its fairytale charm, Castle Green is more than just a building—it’s an experience that captures the heart and imagination. Each year Castle Green opens its doors for a self guided tour with carol singers, DJ and photo booth! Dec. 8th, 11 AM - 3 PM

Nothing in this section is sponsored. These are just the things you need to know. I’ll always let you know if something is sponsored!

CIVIL NEWS

Upcoming Holiday Closures

Pasadena residents and businesses are reminded that City Hall and most City services will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.