Playhouse Village Association

Vroman's Bookstore: Storytime with Mr. Steve and Miss Marie!
2026-05-13 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-05-20 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-05-27 11:00 - 11:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Mr. Steve and the gang host story time every Wednesday at 11 AM in the upstairs children’s section of Vroman’s Bookstore.

Vroman's Bookstore: Jenna Ramirez discusses & signs Burnout Summer
2026-05-13 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
For fans of Tessa Bailey, Emily Henry, and Elle Kennedy: a beachy friends-to-lovers romance through a post-grad journey that will have readers cheering (and falling in love!) along.
Four years after graduation, life isn’t going the way Camille Luna expected. Her corporate career is soul-sucking, she’s in debt from student loans, and her breakup with her ex has created a serious rift between her college best friends. When her spiraling lands her in jail for the night, it’s Danny Brennan –the lovable burnout from their college clique– who bails her out and offers the perfect solution to her quarter-life crisis: a summer by the beach.
Cam is whisked away to Elswick, Rhode Island, where former slacker Danny has taken over his uncle’s restaurant and turned it into a seaside hotspot. But while Danny has grown into a devoted boss and dog dad, his carpe diem life philosophy is still as fiery as ever. The hazy summer days start to blur between shifts at the restaurant, dips in the ocean, and a reignited passion for writing, all alongside Danny who makes her laugh like nobody else. Cam can’t help but wonder –is it the salty waves that have her feeling so renewed, or is it the carefree friend she always overlooked? But summer can’t last forever, and Cam’s looming student debt reminds her at every turn that the frigid air of corporate office life is waiting.
As September approaches, Cam must decide between snuffing out the flames with Danny in order to keep her beloved friend group together and return to the corporate grind–or falling into his forbidden arms and setting her old life ablaze.

Anayas Restaurant: Winedown Wednesdays
2026-05-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Anayas Restaurant, 630 E Colorado, Pasadena, California, 91101
Enjoy Winedown Wednesdays at Anayas Restaurant & Bar! Live music with Rodrigo! Make your reservations online or call in. They have specialty wines that you can pair with a delicious meal

Vroman's Bookstore: Steven J. Ross discusses & signs The Secret War Against Hate
2026-05-14 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
From the author of Pulitzer Prize finalist Hitler in Los Angeles, the definitive story of the intrepid activists and spies who fought against a resurgent movement of hate in America.
Americans today like to believe that the end of World War II brought a new era of tolerance in the United States. But antisemitism and racism went up-not down-after the war’s end. Violence broke out in cities across the country, and the number of organized hate groups more than doubled from 1940 to 1946. In this shocking account of a resurgence of White Supremacy in America, celebrated historian Steven J. Ross reveals how four key leaders-Emory Burke, J. B. Stoner, James Madole, and George Lincoln Rockwell-worked together to “finish the job Hitler had begun,” launching deadly attacks on Jews and African Americans and building a network of terrorists across the U.S. In response to this “war of hate,” three men-Arnold Forster of the Anti–Defamation League, George Mintzer of the American Jewish Committee, and James Sheldon of the Non–Sectarian Anti–Nazi League-along with dozens of men and women, launched a multipronged effort: They infiltrated, monitored, and undermined these hate groups, putting their own safety on the line and scoring important victories that, today, have been all but forgotten.
Tracing the extraordinary work of these unsung heroes, The Secret War Against Hate provides a groundbreaking reconsideration of the legacy of the “Good War,” and essential reading on how America today can beat hate once again and build a just and united nation.

Anayas Restaurant: Whiskey & Mojitos
2026-05-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Anayas Restaurant, 630 E Colorado, Pasadena, California, 91101
Enjoy Mojito and whiskey on Thursdays at Anayas Restaurant!! Live music with Rodrigo! Make your reservations online or call in. The music starts at 7pm to 9pm.

USC PAM: Market Place@PAM: Creativity and Tradition
2026-05-16 11:00 - 16:00 | USC Pacific Asia Museum, 46 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Shop handmade crafts, textiles, jewelry, ceramics, and artisan foods as you hear the personal stories behind each craft. Celebrate the ways immigrant communities bring their artistry, traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit across borders, creating new cultural connections in Los Angeles. Scheduled artisans include Stacy Wong Handmade, Emily Young Ceramics, Honey My Heart, and Kasih Co-op.

Run With Us: Monday Fun Run
2026-05-18 18:00, 2026-05-25 18:00 | Run With Us, 235 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Run With Us presents “Monday Fun Run!” Win Prizes. Test out shoes. Join a community! We have 4 and 6-mile options. All paces, runners, walkers, and furry friends are welcome! Meet new runners, test out the latest footwear releases from favorite brands, and win awesome prizes at the end of each month. This is a social run that is for runners of all abilities. Monday Fun Run meets in the parking lot behind the store.

Vroman's Bookstore: Alyssa Villaire discusses & signs The Neon Sky
2026-05-19 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
For fans of Stephanie Garber and Maggie Stiefvater comes the bewitching sequel to The Glittering Edge, where magic is real, witches make irresistible boyfriends, and keeping secrets is dangerous–but not as dangerous as the truth.
Penny Emberly didn’t expect to fall head over heels for Alonso De Luca last summer–or to discover that he’s a witch. Together with their friend Corey Barrion, they managed to save her mother from a deadly spell. Now autumn has arrived, and Penny believes they can take on anything.
But darkness is descending on the small town of Idlewood. Corey is desperate to undo the bloody legacy that made his family rich. The price, however, is steep: to unravel the magical bargain made by his grandfather, Corey must take a life.
As Corey wrestles with an impossible choice, Alonso begins to change. The more he pushes the limits of his magic, the more volatile, violent, and possessive he becomes. When tragedy strikes one of their classmates, the trio is forced to confront a terrifying question: is Alonso being consumed by something that’s bent on the destruction of everyone around him–especially Penny and Corey?
As supernatural forces drive them apart, Penny, Corey, and Alonso must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice before more blood is spilled–even if it means losing each other.

T. Boyle's Tavern: Geeks who drink Trivia
2026-05-19 20:00, 2026-05-26 20:00 | T. Boyle’s Tavern, 37 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106, Select a Country:
Tboyle Tavern is now hosting Geeks Who Drink trivia night every Tuesday Night starting at 8PM.

Vroman's Bookstore: Natalie Lemle discusses & signs Artifacts
2026-05-21 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
For readers of The Cloisters and Counterfeit, Natalie Lemle’s debut novel offers an insider’s view into the world of stolen artifacts and the hidden networks that link museums to organized crime, when a woman is forced to remember the summer she spent on an archaeological dig in Italy, as everyone she knew then may now be in danger.
Successful trusts and estates attorney Lena Connolly is asked by a colleague to assist on a case: the Italian government claims an artifact was looted and sold to a museum illegally, and is seeking repatriation. The object in question is a cup made of dichroic glass, which would have been rare even in Ancient Rome, let alone thousands of years later.
Lena has done everything she can to put the study abroad summer she spent on an archaeological dig in the Italian Alps behind her. Her dreams of being an archaeologist were shattered when her mentor, Cyrille, disappeared, and her enigmatic boyfriend Giamma went dark, but with this new case, the past comes roaring back.
Told in alternating timelines, Artifacts follows young Lena as she falls in love with both archaeology and Giamma on the streets of Torino while her adult self pieces together what truly happened on the dig, now a fully restored Roman villa with World Heritage status. The dichroic cup, Lena discovers, may have been taken from the very site she helped unearth.
Powerful and exuberant, Natalie Lemle’s Artifacts brings readers behind the museum glass and asks questions about cultural heritage and the historical preservation of our shared sense of humanity.

Archetype Yoga: Monthly Bookclub: Big Swiss by Jen Beagin
2026-05-23 11:00 - 12:30 | Hello You’re Welcome, 445 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
At Archetype Yoga, the community is encouraged to evolve beyond the mat through a monthly book club focused on wellness, movement, mindfulness, and personal growth. Each month, participants gather to explore a new book, share insights, and learn together in a welcoming community setting.
Readers can also enjoy exclusive studio discounts as part of the experience.
For the latest book pick, visit @archetypeyoga on Instagram or email hello@archetype.yoga for more information.
Next Meeting will be held at Hello You’re Welcome, on May 23 at 11 AM

This month’s book is Big Swiss by Jen Beagin
Summary: Big Swiss follows Greta, a 45-year-old woman living in Hudson, New York, who works as a transcriptionist for a local sex therapist known as “Om.” Through hours of recorded therapy sessions, Greta becomes obsessed with one particular client she nicknames “Big Swiss,” a tall Swiss gynecologist named Flavia who is grappling with trauma, intimacy, and her inability to orgasm.

Play Day in the Park
2026-05-24 12:00 - 16:00 | Playhouse Village Park, 701 Union St, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Get ready for an epic day of fun and games at PLAY DAY in the PARK with giant games, board & card games, music, prizes, and kids’ crafts.
GAME ON! Get ready for an epic day of fun and games at PLAY DAY in the PARK presented by Playhouse Village Foundation. On Sunday, May 25th, from 12 pm to 4 pm, head over to Playhouse Village Park and challenge your friends and family to GIANT versions of your favorite games from Sorry! and Connect 4 to Candy Land and Uno, to so many more! But the big fun doesn’t stop there – we’ll also have table board & card games, prizes, music, and kids’ activities. Plus, satisfy your cravings with Bobby’s Place, featuring a menu of hamburgers, hot dogs, and more at the park concessions space. Don’t miss out on this exciting event packed with friendly competition and endless entertainment!

Pasadena Heritage: Explore Historic Architecture in the Playhouse Village
2026-05-31 10:00 - 11:30 | Pasadena Heritage, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
The Pasadena Playhouse Historic District includes approximately 34 buildings that tell the story of Pasadena’s eastward growth in the 1920s and 1930s, as the city shifted from its agricultural roots into a center of tourism, culture, and design. This period of development brought a mix of architectural styles that still define the district today, most notably Art Deco, Spanish Colonial Revival, and Mediterranean Revival.
This walking tour takes a closer look at how these styles came together during a moment of real growth and change in Pasadena. Along the way, we’ll stop at landmarks like the Scottish Rite Cathedral, the United Artists Theatre, and the Warner Building, along with other buildings that reflect the energy and optimism of the period.
Join Pasadena Heritage as they explore how architecture and development shaped this district, looking at both the original vision for the area and how it continues to evolve today.
