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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T160000
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SUMMARY:First United Methodist Church: Third@First: Pasadena Youth Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Pasadena Youth Symphony\, Vocal Ensembles from California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley\, and Chamber Music Groups from Pasadena Conservatory of Music. Come enjoy Pasadena’s talented youth musicians in this showcase of music! Supported by Pasadena Symphony Education Department.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/first-united-methodist-church-thirdfirst-pasadena-youth-collaboration/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 500 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,First United Methodist Church,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250517T160000
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: The Tomorrow Prize and The Green Feather Award Celebrity Readings and Honors
DESCRIPTION:Join Vroman’s Bookstore for the Omega Sci-Fi Project’s culminating event\, celebrating emerging young writers for their incredible sci-fi stories.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-the-tomorrow-prize-and-the-green-feather-award-celebrity-readings-and-honors/
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:20250520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T200000
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Lian Dolan discusses Abigail and Alexa Save the Wedding
DESCRIPTION:Everyone loves–and hates–a big fancy wedding! From the author of Lost and Found in Paris and The Marriage Sabbatical comes a champagne-sparkling summer read about two very different women planning their children’s wedding in glamorous Montecito\, California. \nYou’re invited…to a delightful modern comedy of manners about two moms\, the best-laid plans\, and one very memorable wedding. \nPenelope and Chase make a lovely couple. She’s a bubbly Southern California girl with killer work ethic. Chase is smart and charming and has political aspirations. They’re planning a spectacular California wedding\, wrapped in peonies and thousands of little white lights\, soaked in custom cocktails and romantic hashtags. Everyone’s excited about Penny and Chase’s wedding——–except their mothers. \nThe Mother of the Bride\, suave Greek-born Alexa Diamandis\, doesn’t understand why any woman would get married. Ever! Raised in Athens and now perfectly situated in sun-splashed Montecito\, California\, she raised Penny as single mother by choice\, supported by Lord Simon Fox\, her old college friend who just happens to be an English aristocrat\, and a wealthy circle of lady friends who call themselves the Merry Widows. \nThe Mother of the Groom\, Abigail Blakeman\, is a garden club stalwart firmly planted in coastal Connecticut. She thinks the whole enterprise would be so much easier if the wedding was at their golf club. Especially because the Blakeman’s fortunes have taken a turn for the worse–not that you would ever know it by looking at Abigail. Keeping up appearances is exhausting\, but it is everything. \nBut when a sudden twist of fate calls them into action\, these two very different women are forced to take over the wedding planning. Despite their differences\, Alexa and Abigail charge in to save the day. How far will two moms go to make their children’s dream wedding a reality?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-lian-dolan-discusses-abigail-and-alexa-save-the-wedding/
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:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Christopher Moore discusses Anima Rising
DESCRIPTION:From New York Times bestselling author Christopher Moore comes a hilariously deranged tale of a mad scientist\, a famous painter\, and an undead woman’s electrifying journey of self-discovery. \nVienna\, 1911. Gustav Klimt\, the most famous painter in the Austrian Empire\, the darling of Viennese society\, spots a woman’s nude body in the Danube canal. He knows he should summon a policeman\, but he can’t resist stopping to make a sketch first. And as he draws\, the woman coughs. She’s alive! \nBack at his studio\, Klimt and his model-turned-muse Wally tend to the formerly-drowned girl. She’s nearly feral and doesn’t remember who she is\, or how she came to be floating in the canal. Klimt names her Judith\, after one of his most famous paintings\, and resolves to help her find her memory. \nWith a little help from Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung\, Judith recalls being stranded in the arctic one hundred years ago\, locked in a crate by a man named Victor Frankenstein\, and visiting the Underworld. \nSo how did she get here? And why are so many people chasing her\, including Geoff\, the giant croissant-eating devil dog of the North? \nPoor Things meets Bride of Frankenstein in Anima Rising\, Christopher Moore’s most ingenious (and probably most hilarious) novel yet. \nThis is a ticketed in-store event. Tickets include one entry and one signed copy of Anima Rising. For any guest who wants their signed copy to be personalized\, Chris will also stay for a signing line following the event. 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-ticketed-christopher-moore-discusses-anima-rising/
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:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T110000
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SUMMARY:Wolhaus: Crochet Bucket Hat by Sirdar Workshop Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Learn to crochet a stylish cotton bucket hat! Pattern is 10560 Crochet Bucket Hat by Sirdar.\nPrior Experience Required: Single crochet stitch. (If you are rusty on this basic skill\, please book a class with Janna prior to the first session. It will not be taught as a part of the workshop.) \nYou’ll learn: How to crochet a bucket hat. \nWe’ll provide: Hands-on instruction over 2 sessions\, in a small class setting of 4 students. \nMaterials List: \n\n\n10560 Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern. This is a free pattern but you must download your own copy on Ravelry.com. \n\n\nOne to two skeins of Cascade Noble Cotton. \n\n\nUS G/4mm hook (or hook size that meets preferred gauge depending on if you crochet loose or tight). \n\n\nSmall tapestry needle\, scissors\, and opening stitch markers. \n\n\nTwo-Session Class Time and Date: 9:00-11:00AM Saturday 05/03 and 05/24. (Please do not register if you cannot attend both classes.) \nTeacher: Janna \nCovid: For the safety of our teachers and customers\, we may require vaccination and masks to attend classes at Wollhaus. \nPolicy: Cancellations or changes must be made at least 3 days prior to class. Children 12 and under must have an adult nearby for the duration of the class. Please purchase all anticipated yarn and supplies prior to class start time.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/wolhaus-crochet-bucket-hat-by-sirdar-workshop-session-2/
LOCATION:Wollhaus Artisan Yarn & Tools\, 696 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 2\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Craft & DIY,Free,In-Person,Wollhaus,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250524T160000
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Edward Underhill discusses In Case You Read This
DESCRIPTION:From acclaimed author Edward Underhill comes a trans rom-com about serendipity\, chance encounter\, and the ultimate missed connection. This joyful celebration of queer love and found family is perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli\, Emery Lee\, and Julian Winters. \nArden isn’t excited about moving. Los Angeles was an easy place to fit in and find a supportive queer community. But Winifred\, Michigan? That sounds like a much more difficult place to exist. \nPasadena\, California\, is the perfect city for Gabe’s reinvention. Everyone knew everything about him in small-town Shelby\, Illinois. Gabe\, who wants to be out and proud\, can’t wait to relocate. \nWhen Arden and Gabe randomly meet in the lobby of a motel in Nebraska\, it feels like fate. Both are trans\, but more importantly\, both are huge fans of the band Damaged Pixie Dream Boi. Clearly\, the universe is trying to tell them something. Right? \nBut after an incredible evening of hanging out\, the pair part ways only knowing the other’s first name. And as both boys struggle to adjust to their new homes\, their thoughts keep being drawn back to their time together. Is one perfect night enough to bring Arden and Gabe back to each other\, or will the boys need some help to find each other again?https://vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-05-24/edward-underhill-conversation-racquel-marie-discusses-case-you-read
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-edward-underhill-discusses-in-case-you-read-this/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T194009Z
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SUMMARY:Play Day in the Park
DESCRIPTION:GAME ON!\nFree Giant Games & Board Games\nGet 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. \nGet ready to play oversized: \n\n\n\nSorry\nConnect 4\nMonopoly\nScrabble\nCandyland\n\n\n\n\nCheckers\nChess\nUno\nand more!\n\n\n\nBut the big fun doesn’t stop there – we’ll also have a selection of regular-sized board and card games\, music\, prizes\, and kids craft activities. Don’t miss out on this exciting event packed with friendly competition and endless entertainment!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/play-day-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Kids,Playhouse Village Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
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SUMMARY:Wollhaus: Knitting Foundations
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn to knit? Need a refresher? In this class\, you will learn the skills required to get you started or continue on your knitting journey. No previous experience is required!
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/wolhaus-knitting-foundations-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Wollhaus Artisan Yarn & Tools\, 696 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 2\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Craft & DIY,Free,In-Person,Wollhaus,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250415T174401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T174452Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Fiction Reading Group: Orbital by Samantha Harvey
DESCRIPTION:The Vroman’s Fiction Reading Group meets the 4th Wednesday of every month at 7pm. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nMay’s pick is Orbital by Samantha Harvey. \nFiction Reading Group meetings are held inside Vroman’s Bookstore on the second floor in the event space. \n  \n 
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-fiction-reading-group-orbital-by-samantha-harvey/
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:20250529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250415T174746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T174746Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: William Loving discusses Blue Earth River
DESCRIPTION:In a small Midwestern town\, divisions are sharp and passions high. Global capitalism has gutted the local economy; drugs\, alcohol and racial resentment have filled the void. A diverse\, multi-generational\, yet anxious cast of characters hangs together by a few threads\, one of which is the local newspaper and its beloved advice column\, “Dear Molly.” As Molly declines into dementia\, her husband Augustus steps in to continue the column\, which evolves into a bracing screed against vanity and hypocrisy as he exorcises his own demons\, creating a cause cé lè bre. When an anonymous letter writer begins responding in ominous tones\, it seems the town may be forced to confront mass violence.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-william-loving-discusses-blue-earth-river/
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:20250601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250528T181704Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park: Little Brazil (Bossa Nova)
DESCRIPTION:Playhouse Village sizzles this summer with the return of the beloved Jazz in the Park concert series presented by Playhouse Village Association in partnership with Playhouse Village Foundation. The free concerts will take place every Sunday in June and July from 6PM to 8PM on the Van Halen Stage at Playhouse Village Park. This project is partially funded by a grant from Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts and the generous donors of Playhouse Village Foundation as a result of A Night Out In Playhouse Village. Bring a blanket or low chair and a picnic from your favorite local restaurant.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-little-brazil/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250418T204849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T205600Z
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SUMMARY:AC Hotel: Live Music: Joanna Gerolaga (R&B Pop Island Vibe Beach Vibe)
DESCRIPTION:It’s now possible to book a stay in Playhouse Village—AC Hotel by Marriott Pasadena is officially open for business. Guests and locals alike can unwind with a drink at one of their stylish lounges and drop in for live music every Friday and Saturday night.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ac-hotel-live-music-dane-drewis-socal-rock-reggae-pop-beach-vibe/
LOCATION:AC Hotel Pasadena\, 19 S Madison Ave\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:AC Hotel,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T184500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T184500Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Cory O’Brien discusses & signs Two Truths and a Lie
DESCRIPTION:From the beloved internet humorist\, a debut novel that introduces an unforgettable investigator to the drowned streets of L.A. in a hugely imaginative and heartfelt blend of noir and cyberpunk. \nIn a mostly underwater near-future Los Angeles\, aging combat-drone veteran Orr Vue now lives a simple and small life\, trading snippets of what’s become the most valuable currency: information. So when the cops show up at his door looking for data on a murder he’s not even aware has happened\, things get interesting for the first time in 25 years. \nAt first\, Orr is happy to exchange whatever he knows about the demise of InfoDrip’s top exec to buy booze and pay rent on his memory storage\, but that plan goes to hell when Orr’s old boyfriend\, Auggie Wolf\, shows up as the number one suspect. Forced to stretch his atrophied spy skills and take his illegal horde of drones out of retirement alongside his busted knees\, Orr finds himself in the crosshairs of the militarized police\, a family of megarich corporate heirs\, a clan of emancipated AIs\, and a cult. Barely avoiding getting killed with every clue he collects\, Orr realizes he’s uncovered not just a murder\, but a conspiracy that threatens Auggie’s very existence. Ahh\, the things we do for love…\nBut in a world where memories can be bought and sold\, how can you truly know who anyone is—or what you yourself are capable of? Fast paced\, funny\, and shockingly romantic\, Two Truths and a Lie is Raymond Chandler reinvented for the 22nd century. \nCory O’Brien is the author of Zeus Grants Stupid Wishes and George Washington Is Cash Money. He has written for numerous award-winning video games\, including Monster Prom and Holovista\, and designed multiple tabletop games\, including Inhuman Conditions and Hand to Hand Wombat. He lives in Chicago.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-cory-obrien-discusses-signs-two-truths-and-a-lie/
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:20250607T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Delanie Fischer presents & signs Mocktales: 50+ Literary Mocktails Inspired by Classic Works\, Banned Books\, and More!
DESCRIPTION:Alcohol-Free Reimaginings of Literary Classics \nEnjoy co-authors Delanie Fischer and Lindsey Smith’s delicious mocktail adaptations of your favorite books and authors. \nBeloved stories with a sober twist. Have you ever wondered what the ladies from your favorite Jane Austen books would drink at a ball? What Jay Gatsby would be serving at his crazy parties? Experience these answers for yourself with Lindsey Smith and Delanie Fischer’s all-new zero-proof drink cookbook. MockTales captures the intoxicating atmosphere of the bestsellers that we know and love. Featuring over fifty plant-based recipes that are easy to make and full of nutritious flavors\, you’ll enjoy your next reread like never before with these delicious mocktails. \nA toast to the authors who made history. Each recipe inside MockTales is inspired by the literary characters and settings\, but also the minds behind these incredible stories. Explore alcohol-free concoctions based on famous authors such as Alice Walker\, Ernest Hemingway\, Margaret Atwood\, and more. Using ingredients that pay homage to their biographies\, writing styles\, and famous quotes\, each sip will have you and fellow book lovers falling in love with these incredible writers all over again. \nEnjoy over 50 recipes inspired by banned books and literary classics from all genres\, such as: \n\nHistorical fiction novels like Les Miserables\, Little Women\, and Huckleberry Finn\nRomance books such as Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice\nFantasy adventures including Alice in Wonderland and The Chronicles of Narnia\nScience fiction and horror tales such as Frankenstein\nBook-to-film adaptations like A Clockwork Orange and Fight Club\n\nSo if you liked fun mocktail and cocktail books such as Tequila Mockingbird\, The Art of Mixology Mocktails\, or Flavor Lab Creations\, then we recommend MockTales for you.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-delanie-fischer-presents-signs-mocktales-50-literary-mocktails-inspired-by-classic-works-banned-books-and-more/
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:20250607T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T170000
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Mike de la Rocha discusses & signs Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How to Love
DESCRIPTION:In Sacred Lessons: Teaching My Father How to Love\, Mike de la Rocha explores how inherited definitions of manhood profoundly impacted his ability to connect with his father\, his family\, and ultimately himself\, inviting readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery\, forgiveness\, and love. \nSacred Lessons is a deeply moving and inspiring memoir for those seeking self-love and healing. Intensely personal\, this memoir delves into the struggle men face in connecting with themselves and others\, offering tools for personal growth and ways to build meaningful and authentic relationships in their lives. \nThrough his story\, Mike de la Rocha reflects on his father’s legacy as a beloved professor who impacted tens of thousands of students\, yet struggled to teach his own son how to be emotionally vulnerable. Reflecting on the most important relationships in his life\, Mike explores the difficulty in communicating with his father and loved ones–a byproduct of a toxic culture that prohibits men from truly expressing themselves\, and purposely doesn’t teach men how to give and receive love. Through these stories\, we see how trauma is passed on intergenerationally and how to find ways to stop the cycle of harm. In the end\, both Mike and his father teach each other the greatest lesson of all: the sacredness of the love between a father and a son. \nTold with raw emotion and vulnerability\, Sacred Lessons is the human story of the impact that history and culture have upon us all. This is a book for those of us seeking community in a time when too many of us feel alone\, as well as a testimony to the legacy of a brilliant father\, a brutal indictment of patriarchy\, and an affirmation of the transformative power of love. \nBIO: \nMike de la Rocha is a visionary strategist\, acclaimed artist\, and compelling voice for change. Celebrated as one of the most influential changemakers of our era\, Mike has been behind several of the largest policy victories and cultural shifts in United States history. He’s earned accolades as one of GOOD magazine’s top 100 people reshaping our world\, recipient of the AFL-CIO’s prestigious Justice\, Peace and Freedom Award\, and was lauded as a groundbreaking innovator by Stanford Social Innovation Review. A proud alumnus of UCLA\, Mike co-founded Revolve Impact\, one of the leading creative agencies in the world\, and Tepito Coffee\, one of the fastest growing Latinx coffee companies in America. Mike calls Los Angeles home\, where he resides with his family. Learn more about his journey at mikedelarocha.com and join the conversation online at @mrmikedelarocha.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-mike-de-la-rocha-discusses-signs-sacred-lessons-teaching-my-father-how-to-love/
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:20250607T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250418T205855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T205855Z
UID:10013291-1749319200-1749319200@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:AC Hotel: Live Music: Shea Givens (Soul Pop Classic Rock R&B)
DESCRIPTION:It’s now possible to book a stay in Playhouse Village—AC Hotel by Marriott Pasadena is officially open for business. Guests and locals alike can unwind with a drink at one of their stylish lounges and drop in for live music every Friday and Saturday night.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ac-hotel-live-music-shea-givens-soul-pop-classic-rock-rb/
LOCATION:AC Hotel Pasadena\, 19 S Madison Ave\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:AC Hotel,Community Event,Free,In-Person,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250528T181818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T181818Z
UID:10013325-1749405600-1749412800@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park: Michael Haggins (Smooth Jazz)
DESCRIPTION:Playhouse Village sizzles this summer with the return of the beloved Jazz in the Park concert series presented by Playhouse Village Association in partnership with Playhouse Village Foundation. The free concerts will take place every Sunday in June and July from 6PM to 8PM on the Van Halen Stage at Playhouse Village Park. This project is partially funded by a grant from Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts and the generous donors of Playhouse Village Foundation as a result of A Night Out In Playhouse Village. Bring a blanket or low chair and a picnic from your favorite local restaurant.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-michael-haggins-smooth-jazz/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T185529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T185529Z
UID:10013346-1749582000-1749585600@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Kyra Davis Lurie discusses & signs The Great Mann
DESCRIPTION:In this poignant retelling of The Great Gatsby\, set amongst L.A.’s Black elite\, a young veteran finds his way post-war\, pulled into a new world of tantalizing possibilities–and explosive tensions. \nIn 1945\, Charlie Trammell steps off a cross-country train into the vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles. Lured by his cousin Marguerite’s invitation to the esteemed West Adams Heights\, Charlie is immediately captivated by the Black opulence of L.A.’s newly rechristened “Sugar Hill.” \nSettling in at a local actress’s energetic boarding house\, Charlie discovers a different way of life–one brimming with opportunity–from a promising career at a Black-owned insurance firm\, the absence of Jim Crow\, to the potential of an unforgettable romance. But nothing dazzles quite like James “Reaper” Mann. \nReaper’s extravagant parties\, attended by luminaries like Lena Horne and Hattie McDaniel\, draw Charlie in\, bringing the milieu of wealth and excess within his reach. But as Charlie’s unusual bond with Reaper deepens\, so does the tension in the neighborhood as white neighbors\, frustrated by their own dwindling fortunes\, ignite a landmark court case that threatens the community’s well-being with promises of retribution. \nTold from the unique perspective of a young man who has just returned from a grueling\, segregated war\, The Great Mann weaves a compelling narrative of wealth and class\, illuminating the complexities of Black identity and education in post-war America.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-kyra-davis-lurie-discusses-signs-the-great-mann/
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:20250611T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T185732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T185732Z
UID:10013347-1749668400-1749672000@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Renée Ahdieh\, in conversation with Dahlia De La Vega\, discusses & signs Park Avenue
DESCRIPTION:has always been destined for greatness. As the daughter of Korean bodega owners\, she promised herself that she would have every Fifth Avenue luxury when she grew up\, and it is all finally within reach. She has just made junior partner at her prestigious Manhattan law firm\, she can count on her two best friends to have her back\, and she is about to score the ultraluxe gold-on-gold Birkin bag of her dreams. So when her boss asks her to sit in on the hush-hush family implosion of a high-level client\, she accepts without hesitation—only to find out that it is one of the most famous Korean families in the world. \nThe Park family’s net worth is estimated at a billion dollars\, and their mega-successful Korean beauty brand has shaped the culture for the past two decades. But the patriarch is filing for divorce while his wife is dying\, and their three children can’t stop snapping at one another. With both the family fortune and legacy under threat from the worst kind of scandal\, it’s up to Jia to set things right—and she only has a month to do it. \nAs Jia sorts through the lies and subterfuge\, chasing the truth across the globe on private jets\, she finds herself falling for this broken\, badly-behaving family in ways she can’t quite explain. But it is also becoming clear that the Parks are hiding dark secrets. Can she find the truth in time to protect the Parks’ fortune and secure her success at the firm? And can she hold on to what’s most important\, even if it means admitting that what she’s always wanted isn’t what she actually needs?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-renee-ahdieh-in-conversation-with-dahlia-de-la-vega-discusses-signs-park-avenue/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T190240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T190240Z
UID:10013348-1749726000-1749729600@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Summer Reading Program 2025 Kick-Off with Kidd's Jewely Heist!
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a treasure hunt adventure like no other! Kidd’s Jewelry Heist is famous for combining clue-solving fun with imaginative jewelry design that results in a truly unique keepsake of your very own creation! \nChildren who RSVP have an opportunity to participate in their very own bracelet-making experience inspired by their favorite books and stories. Let your child’s creative side run wild this summer during our “Picture This!” reading program\, where Kidd’s Jewelry Heist and Vroman’s Bookstore have created the perfect blend of literacy and entertainment to spark any imagination! \nRSVP at rsvp@vromansbookstore.com   \nMore information about Kidd’s Jewelry Heist can be found here.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-summer-reading-program-2025-kick-off-with-kidds-jewely-heist/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families,Free,In-Person,Kids,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T191204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191204Z
UID:10013349-1749906000-1749909600@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Mimi Slawoff discusses & signs Historic Los Angeles Roadsides
DESCRIPTION:Embark on a treasure hunt adventure like no other! Kidd’s Jewelry Heist is famous for combining clue-solving fun with imaginative jewelry design that results in a truly unique keepsake of your very own creation! \nChildren who RSVP have an opportunity to participate in their very own bracelet-making experience inspired by their favorite books and stories. Let your child’s creative side run wild this summer during our “Picture This!” reading program\, where Kidd’s Jewelry Heist and Vroman’s Bookstore have created the perfect blend of literacy and entertainment to spark any imagination! \nRSVP at rsvp@vromansbookstore.com   \nMore information about Kidd’s Jewelry Heist can be found here.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-mimi-slawoff-discusses-signs-historic-los-angeles-roadsides/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250615T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250528T181906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T181906Z
UID:10013326-1750010400-1750017600@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park: Marcelo Bucater & Friends (Brazilian Rhythms & Odd Meters)
DESCRIPTION:Playhouse Village sizzles this summer with the return of the beloved Jazz in the Park concert series presented by Playhouse Village Association in partnership with Playhouse Village Foundation. The free concerts will take place every Sunday in June and July from 6PM to 8PM on the Van Halen Stage at Playhouse Village Park. This project is partially funded by a grant from Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts and the generous donors of Playhouse Village Foundation as a result of A Night Out In Playhouse Village. Bring a blanket or low chair and a picnic from your favorite local restaurant.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-marcelo-bucater-friends-brazilian-rhythms-odd-meters/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T191505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191505Z
UID:10013350-1750100400-1750104000@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Bridget Crocker\, in conversation with Jim Benning\, discusses & signs The River’s Daughter: A Memoir
DESCRIPTION:A vivid and propulsive memoir about finding courage and meaning in a life outdoors\, by a world-class whitewater rafting guide. \nAfter Bridget Crocker’s parents’ volatile divorce\, she moved with her mother from Southern California to Wyoming . Her life was idyllic\, growing up in a trailer park on the banks of the Snake River with a stepfather she loved\, a new baby brother\, and the river as her companion–until her mother suddenly took up a radical new lifestyle\, becoming someone Bridget barely recognized. The one constant in her life–the place Bridget felt whole and fully herself–was the river. When she discovered the world of whitewater rafting\, she knew she’d found her calling. \nOn the river\, Bridget learned to read the natural world around her and came to know the language of rivers. One of the few female guides on the Snake River\, she then traveled to the Zambezi River in Africa\, some of the most dangerous whitewater in the world\, where she faced death and learned to conquer her fears–both on the water and off. The river taught her how to overcome years of betrayals and abuse\, to trust herself\, and\, finally\, how to help heal her family from generational cycles of trauma and poverty. \nA beautifully rendered memoir of a woman coming into her own\, The River’s Daughter opens us to the possibilities of transformation through nature.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-bridget-crocker-in-conversation-with-jim-benning-discusses-signs-the-rivers-daughter-a-memoir/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250530T191752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191752Z
UID:10013351-1750273200-1750276800@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Megan Greenwell\, in conversation with Ann Friedman\, discusses & signs Bad Company
DESCRIPTION:A timely work of singular reportage and a damning indictment of the private equity industry told through the stories of four American workers whose lives and communities were upended by the ruinous effects of private equity takeovers. \nPrivate equity runs our country\, yet few Americans have any idea how ingrained it is in their lives. Private equity controls our hospitals\, daycare centers\, supermarket chains\, voting machine manufacturers\, local newspapers\, nursing home operators\, fertility clinics\, and prisons. The industry even manages highways\, municipal water systems\, fire departments\, emergency medical services\, and owns a growing swath of commercial and residential real estate.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-megan-greenwell-in-conversation-with-ann-friedman-discusses-signs-bad-company/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250528T182029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T182029Z
UID:10013327-1750615200-1750622400@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park: Elliott Caine Quintet (Bepop & Boogalo)
DESCRIPTION:Playhouse Village sizzles this summer with the return of the beloved Jazz in the Park concert series presented by Playhouse Village Association in partnership with Playhouse Village Foundation. The free concerts will take place every Sunday in June and July from 6PM to 8PM on the Van Halen Stage at Playhouse Village Park. This project is partially funded by a grant from Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts and the generous donors of Playhouse Village Foundation as a result of A Night Out In Playhouse Village. Bring a blanket or low chair and a picnic from your favorite local restaurant.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-elliott-caine-quintet-bepop-boogalo/
LOCATION:Playhouse Village Park\, 701 Union St\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Families,Free,In-Person,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250602T195822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T195822Z
UID:10013361-1750964400-1750968000@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Jayson Greene\, in conversation with Alua Arthur\, discusses & signs Unworld
DESCRIPTION:From the author of Once More We Saw Stars comes a gripping novel about four intertwined lives that collide in the wake of a mysterious tragedy. Set in a near-future world where the boundaries between human and AI blur\, the story challenges our understanding of consciousness and humanity. \nAnna is shattered by the violent death of her son\, Alex\, and tormented by the question of whether it was an accident or a suicide. Samantha is Alex’s best friend\, and the only eyewitness to his death. She keeps returning to the cliff where she watched him either jump or fall\, trying to sift through the shards. Aviva is an “upload\,” a digital entity composed of the sense memories of a human tether. But she’s “emancipated\,” having left her human behind. Set free from her source and harboring a troubling secret\, she finds temporary solace in the body of Cathy\, a self-destructive ex-addict turned AI professor and upload-rights activist. \nWith UnWorld\, Jayson Greene envisions a grim but eerily familiar near-future where all lines have blurred–between visceral and digital\, human and machine\, real and unreal. As Anna\, Cathy\, Sam\, and Aviva’s stories hurtle toward each other\, the stakes of UnWorld reveal themselves with electrifying intensity: What happens to the soul when it is splintered by grief? Where does love reside except in memory? What does it mean to be conscious\, to be human\, to be alive?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-jayson-greene-in-conversation-with-alua-arthur-discusses-signs-unworld/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Free,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250617T155336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T155336Z
UID:10013363-1750964400-1750968000@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Jayson Greene discusses & signs Unworld
DESCRIPTION:From the author of Once More We Saw Stars comes a gripping novel about four intertwined lives that collide in the wake of a mysterious tragedy. Set in a near-future world where the boundaries between human and AI blur\, the story challenges our understanding of consciousness and humanity. \nAnna is shattered by the violent death of her son\, Alex\, and tormented by the question of whether it was an accident or a suicide. Samantha is Alex’s best friend\, and the only eyewitness to his death. She keeps returning to the cliff where she watched him either jump or fall\, trying to sift through the shards. Aviva is an “upload\,” a digital entity composed of the sense memories of a human tether. But she’s “emancipated\,” having left her human behind. Set free from her source and harboring a troubling secret\, she finds temporary solace in the body of Cathy\, a self-destructive ex-addict turned AI professor and upload-rights activist. \nWith UnWorld\, Jayson Greene envisions a grim but eerily familiar near-future where all lines have blurred–between visceral and digital\, human and machine\, real and unreal. As Anna\, Cathy\, Sam\, and Aviva’s stories hurtle toward each other\, the stakes of UnWorld reveal themselves with electrifying intensity: What happens to the soul when it is splintered by grief? Where does love reside except in memory? What does it mean to be conscious\, to be human\, to be alive?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-jayson-greene-discusses-signs-unworld/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250617T155552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T155552Z
UID:10013364-1751108400-1751112000@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Jenean Atwood Baynes & John H. Atwood read from & sign The Butterbean Balls Came Yesterday
DESCRIPTION:Back from a self-imposed hiatus\, the indelible father & daughter writing team of John H. Atwood and Jenean Atwood Baynes is back! And with purpose\, they keep the spirit of the late Mary L. Atwood\, wife & mother\, firmly at their side. \nAfter the success of the 2nd edition of Blue Spots! Yellow Spots! Atwood Legacy Enterprises is proud to present The Butterbean Balls Came Yesterday! In this new publication\, John & Jenean introduce a new character who faces a decision that sometimes besets us all! Come with them again as they travel into The Land of Dushkin – a mystical magical storyland for children and the young at heart! \nWhen Pincher Dushkin asks Ushkin Dushkin for help with a surplus of butterbean balls\, Ushkin has the chance to help his neighbor. Instead\, he chooses to walk away. In the end\, Ushkin learns that it’s good to help your neighbors when asked\, and that helping others can ultimately help him too. \nThese imaginary\, fanciful characters with human-like qualities live in a colorful make-believe world solving everyday problems. The Dushkins help readers learn how to understand the world around them\, along with concepts such as critical thinking and decision-making.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-jenean-atwood-baynes-john-h-atwood-read-from-sign-the-butterbean-balls-came-yesterday/
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:20250628T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250618T183148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T183305Z
UID:10013369-1751122800-1751126400@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:FUMC: Rep Judy Chu Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Rep. Chu represents the 28th Congressional District\, which includes Pasadena and the West San Gabriel Valley. She currently serves on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee\, which has jurisdiction over legislation pertaining to taxes\, revenues\, Social Security and Medicare. She is also a member of subcommittees Health\, Workers\, and Family Support\, and Oversight. She serves on the House Budget Committee. She welcomes the community to respond to questions and concerns. Please feel free to invite friends and neighbors! \nRep Judy Chu Town Hall First United Methodist Church Press Release
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/fumc-rep-judy-chu-town-hall/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 500 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T103309
CREATED:20250617T155839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T155839Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Jess Walter\, in conversation with David Duchovny discusses & signs So Far Gone
DESCRIPTION:“A warm\, funny\, loving novel. . . . It’s an American original.”–Ann Patchett\, New York Times bestselling author of Tom Lake \n“So Far Gone is a marvel.”–Tom Perrotta\, New York Times bestselling author of The Leftovers \nFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Beautiful Ruins–and in the propulsive spirit of Charles Portis’ True Grit–comes a hilarious\, empathetic\, and brilliantly provocative adventure through life in modern America\, about a reclusive journalist forced back into the world to rescue his kidnapped grandchildren. \nRhys Kinnick has gone off the grid. At Thanksgiving a few years back\, a fed-up Rhys punched his conspiracy-theorist son-in-law in the mouth\, chucked his smartphone out a car window and fled for a cabin in the woods\, with no one around except a pack of hungry raccoons. \nNow Kinnick’s old life is about to land right back on his crumbling doorstep. Can this failed husband and father\, a man with no internet and a car that barely runs\, reemerge into a broken world to track down his missing daughter and save his sweet\, precocious grandchildren from the members of a dangerous militia? \nWith the help of his caustic ex-girlfriend\, a bipolar retired detective\, and his only friend (who happens to be furious with him)\, Kinnick heads off on a wild journey through cultural lunacy and the rubble of a life he thought he’d left behind. So Far Gone is a rollicking\, razor-sharp\, and moving road trip through a fractured nation\, from a writer who has been called “a genius of the modern American moment” (Philadelphia Inquirer).
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-ticketed-jess-walter-in-conversation-with-david-duchovny-discusses-signs-so-far-gone/
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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