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GLENDALE KIWANIS 

The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On March 13, representatives from the Glendale Community College – Theatre Dept. will be making a presentation.

The cost to attend Friday meetings, which includes lunch and program, is $25. All are welcome. 

The Club meets Friday afternoons at the Elks Lodge, 120 E. Colorado St. in Glendale.

TRIVIA BUFFS WANTED

Trivia buffs and those who just want to have a good time while supporting educational programs throughout the Crescenta-Cañada community are invited to the annual Smart-A-Thon on March 13 at 11:30 a.m.. The event is open to the public and includes a delicious lunch, surprise guests, a trivia contest that takes place with community members divided into teams of four members and a Pot O’ Gold drawing. The entry fee for teams of four are $240; individuals are $60 each. More information and registration forms are available on the website pinolafund.org or call (818) 292-7912. 

The event is sponsored by the board of advisors of the Mary Pinola Education Fund – Leila Bell, Rick Dinger, Robin Goldsworthy, Jo Loomis, Bobbi Parker, Teri Rice, Patty Steur and Chris Waldheim.

DANCING AS EXERCISE

Dancing As Exercise is a free event sponsored by the Los Angeles County Park program for seniors (50 plus).

There will be live music from 10 a.m. to noon in the Park’s building at 3901 Dunsmore Ave. in La Crescenta. Light refreshments and water are provided along with socialization and information about other park activities.

Dancing, per se, is not required; single persons are welcome. 

JEWEL CITY KNITTERS MONTHLY MEETING

Jewel City Knitters will hold its monthly JCK Charity Knit and Crochet gathering on Saturday, March 14 at 2 p.m. at the Chevy Chase Library, 3301 E. Chevy Chase Dr. in Glendale, (818) 548-2046. 

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of knitting, crocheting and conversation. 

For more information, email susandietel@yahoo.com.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY CAR SHOW

A classic car show will take place at the Ralphs Marketplace, 2675 Foothill Blvd. in La Crescenta, on Tuesday, March 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sponsored by the CV Chamber of Commerce, this free event is also an opportunity to learn more about the chamber.

All are welcome!

CCLCF EVENTS

The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge (CCLCF) hosts a variety of events for the community. Among them:

  • Registration for CCLCF Spring I Session is open! New classes and returning favorites will run through May 2. Learn more at cclcf.org.
  • Senior Speaker Series – Planning for the Years Ahead: Join Senior Placement Advisor with Gently Guided Jenna Pacini and Move Manager and Professional Organizer with The Kind Organizer Lucy De Teresa for a free one-hour workshop on March 25 that will focus on planning for the years ahead. Sign up today at cclcf.org
  • Spring Break Camps: Options include Coach Andy’s Sports Blitz (ages 5-12), Make It! Bake It! (ages 7-12), Skyhawks Sports (ages 6-13), Theatre/Improv (ages 8-15), World Dance (ages 6-14), and Youth Guitar (ages 8-17). Spring Break Camps run March 30 thru April 3 (LCUSD spring break). Learn more at cclcf.org.
  • Registration continues for Camp Runamuk and summer camps. Camp Runamuk for ages 5-10 will run weekly, June 8 to Aug. 14, with a different theme each week, including a counselor in training program (ages 12-15). Learn more/register at cclcf.org.
  • Summer Camps. Check out the junior & pre-teen Ceramics Camps (ages 5-13) and Professor Egghead Camps (ages 5-10). Learn more at cclcf.org.
  • Family Bingo Night: Save the date! Family Bingo Night is on Saturday, May 23 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. More info coming soon.

The Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge is located at 4469 Chevy Chase Drive in La Cañada Flintridge, (818) 790-4353.

ETAN ROSENBLOOM ON BOLTON HALL AGENDA

Etan Rosenbloom will be making a presentation at Bolton Hall Museum’s 2nd Saturday Program on March 14 at 1 p.m. He will be talking about his journey to visit all 625 Los Angeles County landmarks on the National Registry of Historic Places. Rosenbloom will be the guide to the history of LA’s most historic spots – beach sides, mountaintops, architectural masterpieces, Native American rock art, Spanish missions and speakeasies.

 He is the founder, blogger and social mediator of Etan Does LA, a project documenting the history of the 625 Los Angeles landmarks on the National Registry. Visit him on EthanDoesLA.com or @etandoesla. 

  This event is free and open to the public and everyone is welcome. Share the attached flyer with others who might be interested.

Bolton Hall Museum, home of Little Landers Historical Society, is located at 10110 Commerce Ave. in Tujunga. 

Additional information is available from Little Landers Historical Society,(818) 352-3420 or https://www.boltonhall.org or email llhs@boltonhall.org.

DINE OUT SUPPORTS CVIMF

The Crescenta Valley Instrumental Music Foundation is having a dine out on Tuesday, March 17 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Blaze Pizza, 990 Town Center Dr. ‘B’ in La Cañada.

Valid for pickup, curbside and carryout only. Orders must be placed on the Blaze Pizza app (blazepizza.com). Blaze Pizza will donate 15% of proceeds from these orders to CVIMF.

 

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS

Salem Lutheran Church & School and Bethel Encino Lutheran Church is having its third annual Feed My Starving Children MobilePack. Volunteers (aged 5 and older) will be packing MannaPack® meals that will be distributed to those in need. The packing event is from March 18 – March 22. The event takes place at Salem Lutheran Church, 1211 N. Brand Blvd. in Glendale.

For more information, visit https://www.fmsc.org/.

PROM PLUS HOLDING INAUGURAL BINGO NIGHT

On March 21 Prom Plus will be hosting its first ever bingo night. 

Prom Plus, which has been providing Crescenta Valley High School seniors and their guests a safe and fun place to go after prom, is having its first bingo night. Prom Plus is supported by funds raised throughout the year by event organizers. The bingo night will be held at the Verdugo Hills Memorial Hall, 4011 La Crescenta Ave. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the first game will begin at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance at www.promplus.org. Tickets will also be available at the CVW office, 3800 La Crescenta Ave. Ste 206 and at the door on the night of the event, while supplies last.

DINE OUT BENEFITS LCFOG

The La Canada Flintridge Orthopaedic Guild is having a dine out on Wednesday, March 25 from 11 a.m to 8 p.m. at Doña Maria, 729 Foothill Blvd. A percentage of all meals will be donated to the LCFOG.

FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

The YWCA of Glendale & Pasadena is celebrating its centennial year with an afternoon of stories, reflection and light refreshments on Wednesday, March 25 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

YWCA of Glendale & Pasadena is located at 735 E. Lexington Dr. in Glendale.

COURTYARD SALE BENEFITS THURSDAY CLUB

The La Cañada Thursday Club will be having a courtyard estate sale on Saturday, March 28 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Thursday Club, 4440 Woodleigh Lane in LCF. 

Antiques, art, china, collectibles, crystal, electronics, furniture, holiday décor, housewares, jewelry, linens, sporting goods, toys, and more will be on sale. Proceeds from the sale go to the Thursday Club 501(c)4.

Purchases are not considered a charitable contribution.

Admission is free and there is plenty of parking. 

KIWANIS HOSTING INAUGURAL WINE FEST

The Kiwanis Club of the Verdugos (KCOTV) announced its Verdugo Wine Fest, a premier community event scheduled for Saturday, April 18 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will be held at the Glendale Community College (GCC) J. Walter Smith Student Center & Terrace, 1500 N. Verdugo Road in Glendale. The festival offers guests a curated selection of wines from renowned regions paired with a variety of gourmet appetizers and vegan-friendly options.

Proceeds from the Verdugo Wine Fest will directly benefit the GCC Foster Youth Support Program (FYSP), providing essential resources for students transitioning from the foster care system into higher education.

General admission tickets are $100; on the day of the event, tickets are $115 and are subject to availability.

Tickets include wine tasting and food. As this event is expected to sell out, early purchase is recommended.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities or to donate, please visit Zeffy.

CSC HOLDING ANNUAL ANGEL GALA

Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley (CSC) will host its 36th Annual Angel Gala, themed “Where Hope Blooms,” on Saturday, April 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Langham Huntington Pasadena. The annual event brings together community leaders, healthcare partners, and supporters to raise critical funds for free programs serving individuals and families impacted by cancer. Tickets start at $395. RSVP deadline is April 1.

For tickets and more information visit cancersupport.link/AngelGala2026.

LANTERMAN HOUSE HOSTS EVENTS

  • On April 5 at 1 p.m. the Lanterman House hosts guest lecturer Nathan Marsak for this exciting look at the layers of history of Bunker Hill and transportation in Los Angeles at the turn of the century. 
    Free to attend; seating is first come, first served. 
  • On May 24 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. is the Lanterman House Annual Summer Picnic. The community is invited on Memorial Day weekend as part of Fiesta Days in La Cañada Flintridge to the Lanterman House Annual Summer Picnic. It features music, living history craftsman and your choice of period attire.

For more information, visit https://www.lantermanhouse.org/list-of-events.

Lanterman House is located at 4420 Encinas Drive in La Cañada Flintridge.

USC-VHH WOMEN’S COUNCIL HOSTING BINGO IN PINK

On Tuesday, April 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the USC-VHH Women’s Council will be sponsoring Bingo in Pink to raise funds for the USC-VHH Comprehensive Breast Center. 

Bingo tickets start at $60; food & drinks included! Sponsorships available!

Register or donate at https://e.givesmart.com/events/N8B/.

VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT

Those who can, do; Those who can do more, volunteer. Author Unknown

Little Landers Historical Society is seeking volunteers to help support its mission, “To preserve and maintain Bolton Hall Museum and the historical record of Rancho Tujunga.”

Positions on the Bolton Hall 2026 board of directors are open. Other opportunities to volunteer include museum docents, committee members for ongoing projects, special event and exhibit coordinators, administrative, archival or library assistants, facilities maintenance and more.

  Potential volunteers are asked to reach out with questions. Email LittleLanders@BoltonHall.org, phone (818) 352-3420 or send a letter so P.O. Box 203, Tujunga, CA 91043.

MONTROSE LIBRARY EVENTS

  • The Montrose Library hosts canasta on Tuesday afternoons from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
  • The Back Alley Painters is a vibrant group of adult artists who gather to create, share their work, offer constructive feedback and enjoy each other’s company.
    Participants are asked to bring their own art supplies – whether watercolor, acrylic, ink or pencil (no oil paints). Meetings are every Monday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 
  • Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, calculation and a degree of chance. Players of all levels are welcomed! Players meet every Thursday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Montrose Library.

The Montrose Library, 2465 Honolulu Ave. in Montrose 

(818) 548-2048.

 

NATURE JOURNALING PROGRAM AND GLENDALE OUTDOORS! (GO!) COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AT DEUKMEJIAN

Nature Journaling Program and Glendale Outdoors! (Go!) Community programs continue at Deukmejian Wilderness Park. To learn more about the Glendale Outdoors! (GO!) Community Program visit https://tinyurl.com/kjv88w6a. 

To learn more about the Nature Journaling Program visit https://tinyurl.com/2b5u6p6x.

CELEBRATE NATIONAL STAMP COLLECTING 

Community members are invited to join the Glendale/La Crescenta Stamp Club, a community of stamp enthusiasts that meets regularly to share their passion for this timeless hobby.

The Glendale/La Crescenta Stamp Club meets every third Tuesday at the LA County Library – La Crescenta located at the corner of La Crescenta Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, 2809 Foothill Blvd., at 7 p.m. in the second floor community room.

For more information about the club and upcoming meetings, call (818) 903-4451.

ACTIVITIES AT SUNLAND SENIOR CENTER

The Sunland Senior Center offers a selection of classes and activities daily. Whether seniors are looking to exercise or dance or are interested in art, theater, or knitting, the Center has something for everyone. Sunland also hosts bingo on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and a movie matinee on the big screen at 1 p.m. on Thursdays; on Mondays and Fridays there is country line dancing from noon-1:30 p.m. The Sunland Senior Center runs programming from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. with a donations-based lunch served daily from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

Sunland Senior Center is located at 8640 Fenwick St. in Sunland. For further information, call (818) 353-9571. These special events are free.