KIWANIS CLUBS

The Kiwanis Club of Glendale meets on Fridays at noon. On Nov. 6, Glendale Police Dept. sergeant Gaik Pobokhian will be speaking on e-bikes.

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

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

The La Cañada La Crescenta AM Club has a free weekly meeting held from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall of Lutheran Church of the Foothills, 1700 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada.

FUN FOUND AT BACK DOOR BAKERY

Back Door Bakery and Cafe is hosting live music weekly at 7 p.m. On Thursday, Nov. 5 there will be an open mic music nite. On Nov 7, Tisa Adamson will be performing.

Back Door Bakery is located at 8349 Foothill Blvd. in Sunland. 

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 music from 10 a.m. to noon each Friday 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.   

STONIS TO SPEAK AT AAUW

The Glendale Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold a branch meeting Saturday, Nov. 7 at 11 a.m. at Oakmont Country Club, 3100 Country Club Drive in Glendale.

The guest speaker is Michelle Stonis, assistant professor of history at Glendale Community College. Her presentation, “Who Gets Remembered? Women’s History, Education, and the Stories We Tell” will cover topics including historical recovery and historical agency, herstory vs. history, contemporary curricular concerns and why access to women’s history and stories matter.

In addition to her teaching specialties of United States history and United States women’s history, Stonis is a co-founder and co-director of GCC’s Pulitzer Center Campus Consortium, which builds a bridge between the journalism and history programs to train students in international reporting on gender. She also manages GCC’s partnership with the National Women’s History Museum. Her master’s thesis research on missionary wives in 19th-century Hawai’i won the best thesis in the College of Liberal Arts at California State University, Long Beach. Most recently, she was featured on The Remedial Herstory podcast discussing her research and its implications for U.S. History survey course pedagogy. She continues researching feminist topics related to body image and representation, such as her credited work on the Disney+ animated short “Reflect.”  

For information about AAUW Glendale Branch or to RSVP for branch meetings contact news@aauwglendale.org.

CV PARK ACTIVITIES

CV Park has the following activities planned for the remainder of the year:

On Friday, Nov. 20 from 4 – 7 p.m. it’s the Harvest Festival; on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Holiday in the Park is being held.

CV Park is located at 3901 Dunsmore Ave. in La Crescenta.

CCLCF EVENTS

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

• Fall II Registration: Fall II registration is open! Fall II classes started the week of Oct. 19 and run through Dec. 19. It’s not too late to take part! Browse new classes and returning favorites at cclcf.org/register.
• Help local families in need by donating non-perishable food, toiletries and/or gift cards to CCLCF’s annual food drive. Drop bins will be located at CCLCF and select organizations in the area throughout the month of November. Learn more at cclcf.org/run.
• Thanksgiving Run: The 33rd Annual Thanksgiving Day 5K & Kids Mile is coming up on Nov. 26. Early bird savings end Oct. 31! Sponsorship and volunteer opportunities available. Learn more: cclcf.org/run.
• Take part in a heartwarming volunteer event at CCLCF on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Pack wellness envelopes filled with love, care and holiday cheer for women undergoing chemotherapy. Volunteer at cclcf.volunteerlocal.com.

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

AUTHOR MEISELAS AT FLINTRIDGE BOOKSTORE

On Saturday, Nov. 7 from 1 – 3 p.m., the community is invited to meet Ben Meiselas, co-creator with brothers Brett and Jordy of MeidasTouch, currently the most downloaded podcast in the country.

Ben Meiselas will be at Flintridge Bookstore to sign the brothers’ just released book WTF America?!: The Way Out of this Hell and Back to Democracy (Grand Central Publishing), which has already gone to reprint and is now the No. 3 overall non-fiction bestseller on Audible.

The book WTF America?! is an unflinching look at how the United States and the world arrived at this dangerous moment – with authoritarian movements gaining ground and democratic institutions under relentless

attack – and, more importantly, how we can fight our way back and reclaim the future.

Flintridge Bookstore is located at 858 Foothill Blvd. in La Cañada Flintridge,. The bookstore’s hours are: M – F from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

For more information, contact Gail Mishkin at gailm@flintridgebooks.com or call the store at (818) 790-0717.

CREATORS MARKET LA COMING TO MT. OLIVE

On Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mount Olive hosts Creators Market LA, a family-friendly market featuring local artists, handmade goods, Japanese crafts, food and unique gifts.

Admission is free.

Mount Olive is located at 3561 Foothill Blvd. in La Crescenta.

LCWC HOSTS PHYLLIS HANSEN

Pasadena resident Harrye Forbes (1861 – 1951) was a turn-of-the-

century force to be reckoned with. Known for preserving California

history, restoring the California Missions, rebuilding the historic Campo

de Cahuenga (site of the peace treaty signing by Col. John C. Fremont

and Gen. Pico) and installing roadside Mission Bells along the length of

California’s El Camino Real, few could keep pace with her contributions

to public service.

Popular California historian Phyllis Hansen will bring the formidable

“Bell Lady,” Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes, to life as she relates Mrs. Forbes’ legacy as a Renaissance woman. Harrye, aka Mrs. Armitage Sutton Carino (“A.S.C.”) Forbes was an author, historian of California’s Spanish heritage, designer, artist, businesswoman, foundry-founder, activist and legendary photographer; a larger-than-life influence in culture, politics and community service, helping to build and promote the growing state of California..

Hansen’s colorful narrative and A/V presentation of California history includes a display of rare unique books, photos and artifacts from the estate of Mrs. Forbes.

The community is invited to come, immerse and be inspired by the historical record of Harrye “Mrs. A.S.C.” Forbes.

The La Crescenta Woman’s Club next meets on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11:30 a.m. at 4004 La Crescenta Ave. in La Crescenta.

Reserve a seat by calling (818) 249-9403.

*Free admission but space is limited. Please reserve seats.

*Please mention if you would like to be our guests for lunch afterwards.

DAR PARTICIPATING IN LOCAL VETERAN EVENTS

The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Don José Verdugo NSDAR Chapter will be participating at two local events honoring our veterans on Nov. 11.

At Two Strike Park, 5107 Rosemont Ave. in La Crescenta, at 8 a.m. DAR members will be serving coffee and donuts holes in the parking lot before the ceremony. Together with Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Post 288, the DAR will recite a patriotic poem as part of the program.

At the Montrose Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Honolulu Avenue at the corner of Oceanview Boulevard at 10 a.m. DAR members will serve  coffee and donut holes. Members will also place a wreath and recite a reading of the Declaration of Independence for America 250.

ELKS SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE

The Elks Most Valuable Scholarship (MVS) program for 2026 is accepting applications from high school seniors throughout the United States. This MVS program offers four year $30,000 and $4,000 scholarships. The deadline for applying is Nov. 12 at 11:59.

The MVS program is one of the largest scholarship donors in the U.S. and allocated over $2.52 million in 2025. Applications are available from local public high schools and online at the MVS for qualifying students. Visit https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm.

CALTECH ORCHESTRA PRESENTS CONCERTS

There will be two concerts on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 8 p.m. and on Sunday, No. 8 at 3 p.m., both in Ramo Auditorium. The program features works by leading American composers, including John Williams, Frank Ticheli and a featuring a premiere by Bruce Broughton, composer of film and television scores such as “Silverado,” “Tombstone” and “Hawaii Five-0.” The second half of the concert will feature guest ensembles: the CSU Fullerton Wind Symphony (on Nov. 7) and the Los Angeles Symphonic Winds (on Nov. 8). 

Admission is free and no tickets or registration are needed. For more information visit pva.caltech.edu or email hschoe@caltech.edu. 

Then on Nov. 14 and Nov. 15, the Caltech Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Glenn D. Price, will present its fall concert featuring three distinctive works from the American orchestral repertoire.

The program opens with Charles Ives’s “The Unanswered Question,” followed by Aaron Copland’s iconic “Appalachian Spring. The second half features Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto, Op. 14 with soloist Maia Jasper White, Caltech director of Chamber Music. The concert will be moderated by Dr. Sara Ballance, Caltech lecturer of Music Theory and History.

There will be two concerts: on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 15 at 3 p.m., both in Ramo Auditorium.

Admission is free and no tickets or registration are needed. 

For more information, visit pva.caltech.edu or email hschoe@caltech.edu.

BINGO FUN

On Saturday, Nov. 14, the Kiwanis Club of the Verdugos is hosting its Fall Bingo Night at Verdugos Hills Memorial Hall, 4011 La Crescenta Ave. in La Crescenta. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.; games start at 5 p.m. Admission is $25 for 10 game cards. Advance ticket purchase is recommended and sponsorships are available. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

A sock drive supporting the Glendale Police Dept. community outreach will also be held. Those who bring in three or more pairs of new socks (any size or style) will receive one free pre-game opener bingo card.

For tickets or more information, call (213) 545-1563. 

SUSAN RIOS OPEN HOUSE

An opportunity to meet artist Susan Rios will be held on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 15 from noon to 3 p.m. when she hosts a two-day art ad shopping event.

New and never-before-seen pieces will be available for purchase at 524 W. Wilson Ave. in Glendale.

PUB QUIZ RETURNS TO WTCC 

The community is invited to assemble and join the fun at the Women’s Twentieth Century Club house (located at 5105 Hermosa Ave. in Eagle rock) on Nov. 15 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for some friendly competition and some real head-scratchers.

Bring your own food or buy snacks at the clubhouse. Quench your thirst at the Club’s no host bar.

Get your tickets by visiting https://tinyurl.com/2nrfhtnu.

Note that this event is for adults 21 and over only.

MUSIC FOR HOPE

Children of One Planet presents Music for Hope – America on Nov. 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Western Justice Center, 55. S. Grand Ave. in Pasadena. Evening includes hors d’oeuvres and food, entertainment and guest speakers.

Suggested donation is $100 per person.

Proceeds support after-school programs and and the opening of Children of One Planet Performing Arts & Wellness Center.

www.childrenofoneplanet.org

HOOP SHOOT CONTEST

The Glendale Elks Lodge #1289 announced its annual Hoop Shoot basketball contest will be held on Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Rosemont Middle School gym located at 4725 Rosemont Ave. in La Crescenta. The contest is open to youths aged 8-13 as determined by their age on April 1, 2027. There is no entry fee to participate – the parents only need to complete and return the registration form to Hoop Shoot director by Nov. 19. 

Please contact Chris Sullivan – Hoop Shoot director – at 66csully@gmail.com or by calling (818) 472-6264 to sign up or for more information.   

Additional information about the Elks Hoop Shoot may be found at www.Elks.org/hoopshoot.

WINTER FAIRE COMING 

On Dec. 5, a Winter Faire takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Waverly School campus. There will be artisans and handmade goods, food, music and kids activities. 

All are welcome.

Waverly School is located at 67 W. Bellevue Drive in Pasadena. 

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.

 

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.