By Charly SHELTON Pomona’s Fairplex roared to life last weekend – quite literally – as Jurassic Quest and Brick Fest Live shared the sprawling event halls for a three-day family takeover of prehistoric proportions. Between the animatronic dinosaurs, the bounce houses and the occasional plastic brick underfoot, it was equal parts chaos and delight – […]
The Jack Lantz Sextet will present a Jazz Vespers concert and worship experience featuring jazz versions of hymns, spirituals and gospel music in the La Cañada Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 5 p.m. The theme of this event is thanksgiving. LCPC Jazz Vespers is presented live and in-person in the sanctuary at LCPC. […]
Whatever the season, it’s always a great time to go out and enjoy one or more of these fabulous shows playing currently in our local theaters! COVID protocols continue to be dictated by each individual venue so bring a face mask to wear during the show in case the venue requires it. It’s a good […]
By Jackson TOYON Sometimes real life can be just as strange as fiction. For example, take the story of criminal Jeffery Manchester. Known for his robberies of restaurant chains (mostly McDonald’s) in which witnesses always described him as being exceedingly gentle and kind, he earned his moniker “The Roofman” due to his tried-and-true method of […]
The free admission Glendale Noon Concerts series performs live at the sanctuary of Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Ave. On Nov. 5, the Glendale Noon Concerts will feature pianist Brendan White performing works by Schubert, Chopin and Tchaikovsky/Pletnev (Nutcracker Suite). The audience will hear Schubert’s “Impromptu in G-flat, Op. 90, No. 3,” Chopin’s “Heroic […]
The year is the 93rd anniversary of The Hollywood Christmas Parade Supporting Marine Toys for Tots! It will happen live on the streets of Hollywood as the parade makes it 3.2 mile trek starting at Orange Street and Hollywood Boulevard on Sunday, Nov. 30 at 6 p.m. Festivities include live performances. Grandstand bleacher seats open […]
The YWCA Glendale and Pasadena, in partnership with the Glendale Commission on the Status of Women, is hosting its annual Purple Tie Awards today, Oct. 30, focused on raising awareness about domestic violence, uplifting and celebrating survivors and recognizing individuals who exemplify leadership in service. The YWCA will present Chief Jeff Brooks with the Purple […]
The Brand Library & Art Center is announced the return of Art Talks at Brand this fall. This series invites contemporary artists to discuss their work and the issues surrounding it. Each talk will be followed by a moderated Q&A session led by Brand staff member, artist and writer Jennifer Remenchik. The fall series will […]
His Holiness Catholicos Aram I of the Holy See of Cilicia will visit the construction site of the Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California on Saturday, Nov 1. His Holiness will tour the museum campus from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Glendale Central Park and meet with museum leadership. The visit of […]
By Mikaela STONE Audience members attending Casa 0101 Theater’s play “Eléctrico,” written by Josefina López, come face-to-face with a dark chapter of American history that early historians downplayed or even justified. Upon entering the theater’s Gloria Molina Auditorium, the first sight is a Día De Los Muertos Ofrenda – a shrine to the dead, mixing […]