Vroman’s: Local Author Day featuring Genevieve Huffman and Scott Lord

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Genevieve Huffman presents Time and Soul In a universe governed by a continuous cycle of reincarnation, death and time are no match for sorcerers Eva and Tir or their committed, queer love. But while Eva takes a hard-earned rest between lives, a villainous Edward plots revenge and sets out to destroy the universe. Moments before […]

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Vroman’s: David Kipen discusses Dear California: The Golden State in Diaries and Letters

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Dispatches from a land of extremes, by writers and movie stars, natives and visitors, activists and pioneers, and more. California has always been, literally, a place to write home about. Renowned figures and iconoclasts; politicians, actors, and artists; the world-famous and the not-so-much--all have contributed their voices to the patchwork of the state. With this […]

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Music at Noon: Seraphour

Pasadena Presbyterian Church Musical Events 585 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California

Enjoy a free concert every Wednesday presented by Pasadena Presbyterian Church’s Music at Noon Program which features new artists every week. Music at Noon is a great way to get out into the community and spend time in the beautiful Playhouse Village. This week’s performance showcases Seraphour.

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Vroman’s: Liên Shutt, in conversation with Lon Kurashige, discusses Home is Here

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Home is Here builds on foundational Buddhist teachings--the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path--offering an intersectional frame to help you embody antiracist practices and tend to your own healing under racism and oppression. Grounded in practice, memoir, and mindful self-help skill-building, Rev. Liên Shutt's Engaged Four Noble Truths illuminate a path toward healing and […]

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Vroman’s: Pictures with Santa

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Get your picture taken with Santa! Your photo is FREE courtesy of Vroman’s Bookstore! Please note that sitting on Santa’s lap for photos will not be allowed. Standing next to or kneeling next to or in front of Santa is.  

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Vroman’s: Joel Stern presenting “In the Holly Jolly North Pole” Holiday Papercraft Workshop

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Vroman's Bookstore presents an enchanting afternoon with Joel Stern, the author of "In the Holly Jolly North Pole."  Experience the magical world of the North Pole, and meet its delightful characters. Then stick around for an exciting craft session and book signing. Craft Session: Bring the characters to life! Vroman's Bookstore will provide character sheets, […]

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Vroman’s: Brooke Wentz, in conversation with Anthony Davis, discusses Transfigured New York: Interviews with Experimental Artists and Musicians, 1980-1990

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Transfigured New York presents conversations with iconic, genre-bending artists who shaped the sounds of experimental movements like no-wave, avant-jazz, and electronic music. As an undergrad in the 1980s, Brooke Wentz hosted the show Transfigured Night on Columbia University's WKCR-FM, discussing art and ideas with avant-garde music luminaries. She unearths these candid interviews before only first broadcast […]

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Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

Playhouse Village Park 701 E Union St, Pasadena, CA, United States

Experience Pasadena twinkle as we illuminate our tree to celebrate the holiday season in Playhouse Village! With live music and performances, and maybe even some snowfall, this is the perfect way to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays at Playhouse Village Park. See a sneak preview of Pasadena Playhouse's Holiday Spectacular with musical […]

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Vroman’s: Ron White Discusses ‘On Great Fields’

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Before 1862, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain had rarely left his home state of Maine, where he was a trained minister and mild-mannered professor at Bowdoin College. His colleagues were shocked when he volunteered for the Union army, but he was undeterred and later became known as one of the North's greatest heroes: On the second day […]

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Vroman’s: Kids Holiday Craft Fun

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Vroman's presents an event with special holiday craft activities for kids. To ensure that we have enough to go around, please email us at rsvp@vromansbookstore.com to RSVP for this event, with the number of participants.

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Chanukah Menorah Parade & Celebration

Playhouse Village Park 701 E Union St, Pasadena, CA, United States

Chabad of Pasadena and Playhouse Village invite you to a joyous Chanukah Celebration on Tuesday, December 12, as we illuminate the night with a spectacular menorah car parade, public menorah lighting, and festive activities for the whole family! The excitement kicks off at 5 pm with a dazzling car parade, starting at Chabad of Pasadena […]

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