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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T180000
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SUMMARY:Beach Party in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Get in on the fun at Beach Party in the Park! Pasadena Chamber of Commerce\, Playhouse Village Association\, and Playhouse Village Foundation present a FREE celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Cheeseburger on September 18 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Playhouse Village Park. On National Cheeseburger Day\, this event honors Pasadena’s unique claim as the birthplace of the cheeseburger\, set to infectious tunes from Rock Candy by Art Deco Entertainment playing a mix of classic and contemporary rock ‘n roll hits including Jimmy Buffet’s Cheeseburger in Paradise. Celebrate this culinary icon and savor specialty cheeseburgers and fries offered for sale by local spot Smash House Burger Co. Embrace the beach vibe by wearing your favorite tropical garb — Hawaiian shirts are highly encouraged!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/beach-party-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Food,Free,In-Person,Playhouse Village Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Kwei Quartey discusses The Whitewashed Tombs
DESCRIPTION:Marcelo Tetteh\, a twenty-seven-year-old LGBTQ activist\, is butchered one night after being lured on Grindr to a deserted building site. With rampant homophobia in Ghana\, Marcelo’s wealthy father doesn’t trust the Ghana Police Service to find the killer\, so he goes to the Sowah Private Investigators Agency for help\, partly because he still feels guilty for disowning his son when he came out. \nEmma is assigned the case but quickly learns of a complication that prevents her from teaming up as usual with Jojo\, her trusted colleague. Emma is the only one at work who knows Jojo is gay\, and now he reveals something else: for some time\, Jojo was dating Marcelo\, the victim. \nWorking with Manu\, whom she’s never gotten along with\, Emma goes undercover in the International Congress of Families\, a powerful organization seeking to criminalize homosexuality in African countries. As Emma infiltrates the ICF\, she uncovers a web of deceit and hypocrisy and discovers that the mastermind behind the murders is someone much closer than she ever imagined. Emma must race against time to unmask the killer\, protect the vulnerable LGBTQ+ community\, and bring justice to the victims\, all while navigating the dangerous waters of politics\, power\, and personal secrets.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-kwei-quartey-discusses-the-whitewashed-tombs/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240910T164552Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Jessica Hoppe discusses First in the Family
DESCRIPTION:An unflinching and intimate memoir of recovery by Jessica Hoppe\, Latinx writer\, advocate\, and creator of NuevaYorka. \nA MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2024: Today\, LupitaReads\, Electric Literature\, Esquire \nIn this deeply moving and lyrical memoir\, Hoppe shares an intimate\, courageous account of what it means to truly interrupt cycles of harm. For readers of The Recovering by Leslie Jamison\, Somebody’s Daughter by Ashley C. Ford\, and Heavy by Kiese Laymon. \nDuring the first year of quarantine\, drug overdoses spiked\, the highest ever recorded. And Hoppe’s cousin was one of them. “I never learned the true history of substance use disorder in my family\,” Hoppe writes. “People just disappeared.” At the time of her cousin’s death\, she’d been in recovery for nearly four years\, but she hadn’t told anyone. \nIn First in the Family\, Hoppe shares her journey\, the first in her family to do so\, and takes the reader on a remarkable investigation of her family’s history\, the American Dream\, and the erasure of BIPOC from recovery institutions and narratives\, leaving the reader with an urgent message of hope.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-jessica-hoppe-discusses-first-in-the-family/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:The Monarca Collective: Mujeres De Maiz (Book Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:The Monarca Collective invites you to join the Mujeres de Maiz Book Club\, which will meet in person to discuss the new Mujeres de Maiz anthology! Whether you’re an avid reader or simply looking for a meaningful way to connect with other mujeres\, this club offers an inspiring space to share thoughts and questions. Dive into the deep\, decades-long herstory of Mujeres de Maiz with this powerful collection of stories. Books are available for purchase at The Monarca Collective\, and all who pre-register receive 10% off their entire purchase. \n📙 Thursday\, September 19th\, 7PM-9PM (Book Discussion) \n📙  Sunday\, September 29th\, 6PM-8PM (Culminating Celebration & Book Signing) \n 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/the-monarca-collective-mujeres-de-maiz-book-discussion/
LOCATION:The Monarca Collective\, 696 E. Colorado Blvd STE 19\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Mercadito Monarca,The Monarca Collective
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240910T165134Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Eli Greenbaum discusses Hell\, No\, We Didn't Go! Firsthand Accounts of Vietnam War Protest and Resistance
DESCRIPTION:In Hell\, No\, We Didn’t Go!\, Eli Greenbaum presents firsthand accounts of men who were driven to resist or dodge the Vietnam draft at all costs. He introduces readers to a cross section of individuals who found ways to defy the draft by leaving the country\, going to prison\, becoming conscientious objectors\, gaming the system\, conspiring to fail physicals\, and even enlisting—anything to avoid being drafted. These vivid essays and candid oral histories detail events that were often controversial\, sometimes volatile\, and almost always emotionally charged. Greenbaum brings together a chorus of first-person accounts of draft resistance and protest held together by an overarching personal narrative while providing context\, commentary\, and an unusual fifty-year perspective on the men’s decisions to avoid the Vietnam War\, no matter what.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-eli-greenbaum-discusses-hell-no-we-didnt-go-firsthand-accounts-of-vietnam-war-protest-and-resistance/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T211500
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240912T215335Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: Raanan Hershberg\, Gabe Gibbs\, Jack Shaw
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents Rannan Hershbery\, Gabe Gibbs\, and Jack Shaw. Live in the Legendary Room! The show starts at 7:45pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-raanan-hershberg-gabe-gibbs-jack-shaw/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event,Dining,Free,Ice House,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240912T220218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T220218Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: A Night of Comedy w/Craig Shoemaker
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents A Night of Comedy w/Craig Shoemaker. LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! The show starts at 8pm. 21+ only with a 2-item minimum per seat.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-a-night-of-comedy-w-craig-shoemaker/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event,Dining,Food,Free,Ice House,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T214500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240920T231500
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240913T161254Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: Cipha Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents Cipha Sounds. Live in the Legendary Room. Show Starts at 9:45pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat. \n 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-cipha-sounds/2024-09-20/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Community Event,Free,Ice House,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T110000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240910T181830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T181830Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: E. Katherine Kottaras and Vanitha Swaminathan discuss A Rainbow Inside My Body
DESCRIPTION:Learn yoga\, breathing exercises\, and mindfulness through the rainbow of the chakras! \nWhen I need to know how I am feeling\, I can close my eyes and breathe. \nIn an increasingly stressful world\, it is more important than ever to help kids establish helpful tools to manage it. In this colorful meditation written by experts on healthy living\, young readers will learn yoga poses\, breathing exercises\, and more through the colorful rainbow inside them: the chakras. With a playful and imaginative approach\, children can find energy and better understand their feelings by focusing within. With accessible information about the history of yoga and ayurveda\, A Rainbow Inside My Body reveals how when the mind\, body\, and spirit are balanced\, we can make better decisions and respond to stress in a peaceful way. \nAbout E. Katherine Kottaras: E Katherine Kottaras is the author of two critically acclaimed YA novels\, How to Be Brave and The Best Possible Answer. Currently an Associate Professor of English at Pasadena City College\, she is also a certified yoga teacher\, personal trainer\, and health coach. She holds master’s degrees in English and Kinesiology. She lives in Southern California. \nAbout Vanitha Swaminathan: Vanitha Swaminathan was raised in Eastern India and learned mindfulness practices from her parents. Twice a year\, she returns to India to help her mother with her yoga practice. She graduated from the University of Sheffield\, UK\, with a master’s degree in education and has taught on two different continents for over forty years. She currently lives in California with her husband\, two sons\, and three grandchildren.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-e-katherine-kottaras-and-vanitha-swaminathan-discuss-a-rainbow-inside-my-body/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240910T182120Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Local Author Day with R.W. Meek\, Sheldon Paul Herman\, and S.Z. Estavillo!
DESCRIPTION:R.W. Meek presents The Dream Collector: Sabrine & Vincent van Gogh – Book Two \nSheldon Paul Herman presents It’s Late: Short Fiction and Poetry \nS.Z. Estavillo presents The Serpent’s Bridge
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-local-author-day-with-r-w-meek-sheldon-paul-herman-and-s-z-estavillo/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:The Monarca Collective: Mujeres De Maiz (Celebrate & Book Signing)
DESCRIPTION:The Monarca Collective invites you to join the Mujeres de Maiz Book Club\, which will meet in person to discuss the new Mujeres de Maiz anthology! Whether you’re an avid reader or simply looking for a meaningful way to connect with other mujeres\, this club offers an inspiring space to share thoughts and questions. Dive into the deep\, decades-long herstory of Mujeres de Maiz with this powerful collection of stories. Books are available for purchase at The Monarca Collective\, and all who pre-register receive 10% off their entire purchase. \n📙  Sunday\, September 29th\, 6PM-8PM (Culminating Celebration & Book Signing) \n 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/the-monarca-collective-mujeres-de-maiz-celebrate-book-signing/
LOCATION:The Monarca Collective\, 696 E. Colorado Blvd STE 19\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Mercadito Monarca,The Monarca Collective
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240910T182455Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Gareth Higgins and Kathleen Norris discuss A Whole Life in Twelve Movies
DESCRIPTION:Come to the movies with two celebrated spirituality writers–American poet and author Kathleen Norris and Irish storyteller and peace activist Gareth Higgins. \nIn A Whole Life in Twelve Movies\, Norris and Higgins invite readers along as they discuss acclaimed movies that can help us better understand our lives–from before birth to death and beyond. \nFeaturing 12 films\, including 2001: A Space Odyssey\, Malcolm X\, and Babette’s Feast\, this book is perfect for individuals or groups to watch and discuss movies over the course of a year. Each chapter recommends additional films and includes discussion questions ideally suited for churches\, small groups\, and book clubs. \nAs readers watch and read\, they will journey through the human life cycle and explore themes of existence\, goodness\, belonging\, vocation\, identity\, success\, generosity\, dealing with conflict\, and what it means to be human. The book outlines a cinematic path toward a deeper spirituality and a more meaningful life for people across the faith spectrum and seekers alike.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-gareth-higgins-and-kathleen-norris-discuss-a-whole-life-in-twelve-movies/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore:  Robin Benway discusses The Girls of Skylark Lane
DESCRIPTION:National Book Award winner Robin Benway debuts a coming-of-age middle grade novel about friendships\, family\, and discovering the person you’re meant to be. Babysitters Club meets The Sandlot when twin sisters join a ragtag neighborhood girls softball team at a time when growing up could mean growing apart. \nAggie and Jac might be twin sisters\, but lately they haven’t felt the same about anything. While Jac is excited about their move to Los Angeles and a chance to seem cool and mysterious\, Aggie is worried her new locker won’t open\, that Jac could make new friends without her\, and that her friends from home will move on\, leaving her all alone. \nWhen the first day at school ends with an invite to join the neighborhood softball team\, Aggie jumps at the chance to meet the other girls\, even if she has to drag Jac along\, whose own interest in the softball team might have more to do with the captain’s older brother… \nAggie is relieved to learn that each girl is dealing with their own problems and becomes excited at the opportunity to create strong friendships. But as Jac and Aggie grow into different people\, will they be able to hold on to their sisterhood? For life throws the biggest curveball of all: growing up.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-robin-benway-discusses-the-girls-of-skylark-lane/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241002T114500
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Storytime with Mr. Steve
DESCRIPTION:Join Mr. Steve and the gang at 11 am for story time!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-storytime-with-mr-steve-4/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Kids,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Mike Madrid discusses The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority Is Transforming Democracy
DESCRIPTION:An insightful investigation of how and why the two major political parties have failed to appeal to the Latino vote—the largest ethnic voting group in the country—and the impact it will have on American democracy and politics for decades to come. \nIn 2020\, Latinos became the second-largest ethnic voting group in the country. They make up the largest plurality of residents in the most populous states in the union\, as well as the fastest segment of the most important swing states in the US Electoral College. Fitting neither the stereotype of the aggrieved minority voter nor the traditional assimilating immigrant group\, Latinos are challenging both political parties’ notions of race\, religious beliefs\, economic success\, and the American dream. Given their exploding numbers—and their growing ability to determine the fate of local\, state\, and national elections—you’d think the two major political parties would understand Latino voters. After all\, their emergence on the national scene is not a new phenomenon. But they still don’t. \nRepublicans\, not because of their best efforts but rather despite them\, are just beginning to see a movement of Latinos toward the GOP. Democrats\, for the moment\, still win a commanding share of the Latino vote\, but that share is dwindling fast. Now\, in The Latino Century\, veteran political consultant Mike Madrid uses thirty years of research and campaign experience at some of the highest levels on both sides of the aisle to address what might be the most critical questions of our time: Will the rise of Latino voters continue to foment the hyper-partisan and explosive tribalism of our age or will they usher in a new pluralism that advances the arc of social progress? How and why are both political parties so uniquely unprepared for the coming wave of Latino votes? And what must each party do to win those votes? \nBy answering these questions\, The Latino Century explores the true meaning of America at a time of rapid cultural change\, the founding principles of self-government and individual responsibility\, and one man’s journey through a political party that has turned itself inside out.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-mike-madrid-discusses-the-latino-century-how-americas-largest-minority-is-transforming-democracy/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241005T160000
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Kate Stayman-London\, in conversation with Amber Benson\, discusses Fang Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Tess Rosenbloom is no stranger to the dark. An assault survivor and grad school dropout\, Tess spends her nights managing a chic Brooklyn hotel and her days reading her favorite vampire novel\, Blood Feud. She even dabbles in online conspiracies claiming Blood Feud is real—it’s fun to hunt for clues! But deep down\, Tess doesn’t believe vampires exist . . . until one walks through her door. \nThe sexy villain of Blood Feud is trapped\, and only Tess can rescue him. Eager to escape her life\, Tess agrees to help\, and soon she’s on a secret island where the sun never shines\, surrounded by deadly vampires—and most terrifying of all\, she’s falling in love with one of them. (Meanwhile\, back in New York\, Tess’s estranged best friend is having a sapphic paranormal affair of her own.) \nVisiting the world of your favorite story is any fan’s dream\, but can Tess outrun the demons of her past (and vampires of her present) before it becomes a nightmare? In this darkly glamorous rom-com\, Tess will find out if it’s worth risking her neck—and her heart—for a chance to reclaim her future.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-kate-stayman-london-in-conversation-with-amber-benson-discusses-fang-fiction/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240926T174627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T175100Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Kathleen Glasgow\, in conversation with Alexa Donne\, discuss The Glass Girl
DESCRIPTION:From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces comes a raw\, heart-wrenching novel about a teenager facing down her struggles with alcohol–and the journey she must take to heal. \nEveryone in fifteen-year-old Bella’s life needs something from her. Her mom needs her to help around the house\, her dad needs her to not make waves\, and her ex needs her not to be so much. The only person who never needed anything from her was her grandmother–and now she’s dead. \nThere’s only one thing that dulls the pressure: alcohol. Vodka\, beer\, peppermint schnapps–alcohol smooths the sharp edges of Bella’s life. And what’s the big deal? Everyone drinks. Besides\, Bella can stop whenever she wants. But after she gets blackout drunk at a Thanksgiving party and wakes up in the hospital\, it’s time to face reality. And for Bella\, reality means rehab. \nGorgeously written and deeply compassionate\, Kathleen Glasgow’s The Glass Girl is a candid exploration of the forces pushing young women toward addiction–and what it takes to help them get better.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-kathleen-glasgow-in-conversation-with-alexa-donne-discuss-the-glass-girl/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,Ice House,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240926T175412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T175412Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore:  Red Hen Press Poetry Night featuring Abi Pollokoff\, Jason Schneiderman\, and Christian Teresi\, in conversation with Rob Arnold
DESCRIPTION:Rob Arnold is a CHamoru poet\, essayist\, and arts leader whose work has appeared in Ploughshares\, Hyphen\, Gettysburg Review\, Poetry Northwest\, RED INK\, Harpur Palate\, and Solstice\, among others. His work has been anthologized in New CHamoru Literature and Na’huyong: An Anthology of CHamoru Literature\, and has received support from the Somerville Arts Council\, the Jack Straw Cultural Center\, and Artist Trust. He lives in Brooklyn\, NY\, where he serves as Executive Director of Poets House. \n\nAbi Pollokoff is the author of night myths • • before the body (Red Hen Press\, forthcoming 2025). TriQuarterly nominated her work for a Pushcart\, and her poems can also be found in The Seventh Wave\, Denver Quarterly\, and Radar\, where she was a finalist for the Consiton Prize. She has been supported by the Jack Straw Cultural Center\, Hugo House\, The Seattle Review of Books\, and other organizations. Currently\, Abi is the managing editor for Poetry Northwest Editions and works in publishing. She received her MFA from the University of Washington. Find her at abipollokoff.com. \n\nJason Schneiderman’s fifth collection of poems\, Self Portrait of Icarus as a Country on Fire will be published by Red Hen Press in 2024. He is also the editor of the anthology Queer: A Reader for Writers (Oxford UP 2016); his book of essays Nothingism: Poetry at the End of Print Culture will be published by the University of Michigan Press Poets on Poetry imprint in 2025. His poems and essays have appeared in numerous journals and anthologies\, including The Penguin Book of the Sonnet\, and three installments of Best American Poetry. His awards include the Emily Dickinson Award from the Poetry Society of America\, the Jerome J. Shestack Award from The American Poetry Review\, and a Fulbright Fellowship from the Fulbright Foundation. He is longtime co-host of the podcast Painted Bride Quarterly Slush Pile and has been a guest host for The Slowdown. He is Professor of English at the Borough of Manhattan Community College and teaches in the MFA Program for Writers at Warren Wilson College. \n\nChristian Teresi is the author of What Monsters You Make of Them (forthcoming in fall 2024 from Red Hen Press). His poems\, essays\, and translations have appeared in many journals\, including AGNI\, The American Poetry Review\, Blackbird\, The Kenyon Review\, Literary Hub\, and Narrative. He lives in Washington\, DC where he works on international education and public diplomacy initiatives. Read more about him at christianteresi.com.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-red-hen-press-poetry-night-featuring-abi-pollokoff-jason-schneiderman-and-christian-teresi-in-conversation-with-rob-arnold/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240926T223526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T223526Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Special Storytime presents: Laura Obuobi discusses What Love Looks Like
DESCRIPTION:From Laura Obuobi\, author of Black Gold and NAACP Image Award nominee\, and illustrator Anna Cunha comes a whimsical bedtime story about the love between a Black father and his daughter. This tender tale with lush natural imagery and pure Black joy captures love’s vastness\, showing us its greatest form is often the one between parent and child. \nOne question must be answered before Afia can slip into a peaceful sleep: What does love look like? With the companionship of her loving papa\, Afia journeys to find love and learns that it is the warmth of the sun’s hugs\, the brook’s soothing song\, and other mesmerizing gifts of nature. But Afia’s quest also teaches her that she may not have to go too far to see the emotion at the heart of the world’s wonders.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-special-storytime-presents-laura-obuobi-discusses-what-love-looks-like/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Kids,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240926T225222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225222Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore:  Horror for Young Audiences: featuring Moss Lawton and Aaron Alexovich\, in conversation with Justine Pucella Winans
DESCRIPTION:Join Vroman’s Bookstore along with children’s authors Moss Lawton and Aaron Alexovic for a discussion on Horror for Young Audiences. This event is kid-friendly and will include a book signing. Books are available for purchase at Vroman’s Event Calendar. 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-horror-for-young-audiences-featuring-moss-lawton-and-aaron-alexovich-in-conversation-with-justine-pucella-winans/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Kids,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240917T171114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T171114Z
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SUMMARY:USC PAM: Free 2nd Sunday@PAM: Art and Science Collide!
DESCRIPTION:USC Pacific Asia Museum invites everyone to experiment with art materials and think like a scientist\, inspired by the special exhibition\, Cai Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey. Discover traditional mediums in new ways\, enjoy a special opera performance exploring the science of sound\, hear from student educators about the exhibition\, participate in storytime\, and more! This FREE program is open to all ages. \nSchedule of Activities: \n\n11:00am – 3:00pm: Experimental painting with Barnsdall Arts\n11:00am – 3:00pm: Collaborative experimentation with artist Ching Ching Cheng\n11:00am – 3:00pm: Altadena Libraries Curiosity Connection Mobile\n12:00pm: Storytime\n12:30pm: Spotlight Talk with USC Museums Student Educators\n1:00pm: Opera performance by Xiao-Ling Wang\n2:30pm: Spotlight Talk with USC Museums Student Educators\n\nTimed tickets are required for entrance to the exhibition\, with 60-minute time slots available. Reservations are highly recommended\, as limited same-day tickets are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nA ticket to Cai Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey includes access to all galleries and activities. To reserve your free ticket\, call 626-787-2680 during museum hours.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/usc-pam-free-2nd-sundaypam-art-and-science-collide/
LOCATION:USC Pacific Asia Museum\, 46 North Los Robles Avenue\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Show,Community Event,Free,In-Person,USC Pacific Asia Museum,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20240917T171601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T171601Z
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SUMMARY:Third@First Concerts: Forrest Robinson and Friends
DESCRIPTION:First United Methodist Church presents the Third@First Concert\, featuring two-time Grammy Award winner Forrest Robinson. A multi-instrumentalist\, composer\, and producer\, Robinson will showcase his extraordinary talent in this special performance on the Colorado Patio.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/thirdfirst-concerts-forrest-robinson-and-friends/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 500 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:First United Methodist Church,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241007T221230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T221230Z
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SUMMARY:Car Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:Artisanal Goods by Car invites you to join them for a CAR Halloween Party! Prepare for an evening filled with dancing\, costumes\, and community fun. Enjoy a costume contest\, live music\, DJ performances\, delicious croissants and coffee\, and an exclusive sneak peek at their November offerings. It’s going to be a night of excitement\, great memories\, and incredible costumes. Don’t miss out on the festivities!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/car-halloween-party/
LOCATION:Artisanal Goods by Car\, 1009 E Colorado Blvd\, pasadena\, Ca\, 91101
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Food,Free,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241104T182032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T182032Z
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SUMMARY:Pasadena Heritage: Craftsman Expo
DESCRIPTION:Pasadena Heritage invites everyone to explore the enduring influence of the Arts and Crafts Movement in Pasadena during Preservation Pasadena Part III – Timeless Treasures: The Lasting Influence of the Arts and Crafts Movement on November 9th and 10th. \nThis special weekend will include guided walking and bus tours through historic neighborhoods\, showcasing the beautiful architecture and craftsmanship of the era. Expert speakers and panel discussions at the historic Blinn House in the heart of Playhouse Village will offer insights into the movement’s lasting impact on local design and culture.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/pasadena-heritage-craftsman-expo/2024-11-09/
LOCATION:Pasadena Heritage\, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Architecture,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Pasadena Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241104T233544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T233544Z
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SUMMARY:Tepito Coffee: Homie2Homie
DESCRIPTION:Tepito Coffee invites the community to a special Homie 2 Homie event featuring inspiring insights on entrepreneurship and business. 🌟 Guest speakers Ana Pompa Alarcón of Founders Registry\, along with Tepito Coffee co-owners Jose Arellano and Mike de la Rocha\, will share their experiences in launching and growing a business. ☕️ Attendees will gain valuable financial basics and connect with these remarkable business leaders.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/tepito-coffee-homie2homie/
LOCATION:Tepito Coffee\, 695 E Colorado Blvd 695 East Colorado Boulevard Pasadena\, CA 91101\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person,Tepito Coffee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241104T194920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T194920Z
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SUMMARY:USC PAM: FREE Second Saturday: Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:The USC Pacific Asia Museum invites the community to its fourth annual celebration of the Silk Road\, spotlighting the vibrant history of food and spice trade along this ancient route. Attendees can look forward to crafting unique food sculptures\, painting with spices\, enjoying traditional Chinese dance and music\, listening to captivating stories\, and experiencing the rich history of tea in a special tasting workshop. Visitors are encouraged to explore the Crossroads: Exploring the Silk Road Gallery and immerse themselves in the special exhibition Cai Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey for a journey through art and history. \nFree admission all day for all ages! \n  \nSchedule of Activities: \n  \n11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Food Sculpture with Barnsdall Arts \n11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Painting with Spices \n12:00 pm – Storytime \n12:30 pm – Performance by USC Traditional Chinese Dance and USC Eastern Chamber Music Club \n1:30 pm – Tea Workshop with Callisto Tea House  \n2:30 pm –  Spotlight Talk with USC Museums Student Educators \nTimed tickets are required for entrance into the exhibition. 60-minute time slots offered. Reservations are highly recommended. Limited same-day tickets are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nA ticket to Cai: Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey includes access to all galleries and activities. Your ticket gives you access to enter the exhibition at your reserved time\, but you may enter the museum for activities before your reserved time. \nTo reserve your free ticket\, call 626-787-2680 during museum operating hours.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/usc-pam-free-second-saturday-silk-road/
LOCATION:USC Pacific Asia Museum\, 46 North Los Robles Avenue\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Show,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Kids,USC Pacific Asia Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241025T231832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T231846Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Wine Tasting with Michael Higgins
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an elegant and informative evening of wine tasting at Vroman’s 1894 Wine Bar hosted by Michael Higgins. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a casual enthusiast\, this event is a perfect opportunity to explore a curated selection that compliments wines from Higgins’ book Exploring Wine Regions — California Central Coast. \nWhat’s included: \n\nTasting of 4 different regional wines\nOne copy of Exploring Wine Regions — California Central Coast by Michael Higgins\nExpert guidance and wine education\n\nCome for the wine\, stay for the experience\, and afterwards shop around our fabulous selections of books\, gifts\, and more! \nThis event will be held in The 1894 Wine Bar\, located on the first floor of Vroman’s Bookstore. Attendees must be 21+.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-wine-tasting-with-michael-higgins/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241113T114500
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241025T233431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T233431Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Bluey Storytime 2: Electric Bluegaloo
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Bring your Mums and Dads for more Bluey stories!\nMore Bluey activities! And a fair dinkum fun time! \nNOTE: Bluey’s gonna stay Down Under\, but we’re still planning on having a ripper g’day without ‘er!\nStorytime will follow a few SONGS WITH MISS MARIE! Be sure to arrive at 11AM to catch our new Storytime sensation!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-bluey-storytime-2-electric-bluegaloo/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241025T233823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T233823Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Bree Paulsen\, in conversation with Victoria Ying\, discusses Firelight’s Apprentice
DESCRIPTION:The bestselling author-illustrator of Garlic and the Vampire\, Bree Paulsen\, brings her fantastical storytelling and warm\, sparkling artwork to this story that celebrates the bond between sisters. \nIn a city powered by magic and still recovering from a bloody war\, Ada is concerned about her younger sister Safi’s developing powers. She understands that Safi could learn how to control her magic under the apprenticeship of a king’s magician. But with the memories of war still fresh\, Ada is conflicted by this prospect—despite her knowing that she can’t keep Safi safely at home with the threat of deadly\, power-thieving liches prowling the kingdom. \nWhen a traveling group of magicians comes to the city to perform\, they immediately recognize Safi’s talents and offer to take her on as an apprentice. Safi is thrilled about her new adventure—even if that means leaving behind Ada and their sickly father. And Ada is right to worry about her sister\, for there may be monsters hiding behind friendly faces…
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-bree-paulsen-in-conversation-with-victoria-ying-discusses-firelights-apprentice/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T143315
CREATED:20241025T234149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T234149Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Brian Levant and Fred Fox Jr. discuss 50 Years of Happy Days: A Visual History of an American Television Classic
DESCRIPTION:Peek behind the curtain into the making of Happy Days\, the ultimate American sitcom\, in this detailed season-by-season history written by two of the show’s longest-serving writer-producers. \nOne of the most successful TV shows of all time\, Happy Days drew in 30 million viewers weekly at its peak and launched the careers of stars like Ron Howard\, Henry Winkler\, and Robin Williams. Now\, just in time for its 50th anniversary\, tune in for exclusive access\, as writers Brian Levant and Fred Fox Jr. chronicle life on set and examine the evolution of a television show that made history. \nFeaturing new interviews with the creators\, cast\, and crew of the show and a foreword by The Fonz himself\, explore rarely-seen photographs and personal anecdotes on a season-by-season journey behind the scenes. \nDirector\, writer\, and producer Brian Levant has been at the creative helm of some of the biggest franchises in family entertainment. He was the showrunner of Happy Days \,Mork & Mindy\, and \nThe Bad News Bears series. After winning the Cable Ace Award for his long-running Leave it to Beaver revival\, Levant turned his attention to directing feature films. His hit films include the original Beethoven\, Jingle All The Way\, Are We There Yet? And the box office juggernaut\, \nThe Flintstones. He is also the author of the acclaimed book My Life and Toys. \nFred Fox Jr. began his entertainment career on the writing staff of Laverne & Shirley. He went on to write and produce on Happy Days\, Family Matters\, Webster\, and TheNew Leave it to Beaver. Fred co-wrote the book for Merry Go Round (with music and lyrics by Richard and Robert Sherman\, Academy Award winners for Mary Poppins). He also worked on a children’s book with the legendary Ray Bradbury. Fox is the author of Through Francesca’s Eyes. Fox served as showrunner for the International Emmy Award-winning series\, My Secret Identity
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-brian-levant-and-fred-fox-jr-discuss-50-years-of-happy-days-a-visual-history-of-an-american-television-classic/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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