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SUMMARY:Anayas Restaurant: Whiskey & Mojitos
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Mojito and whiskey on Thursdays at Anayas Restaurant!! Live music with Rodrigo! Make your reservations online or call in. The music starts at 7pm to 9pm.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/anayas-restaurant-whiskey-mojitos/2026-01-01/
LOCATION:Anayas Restaurant\, 630 E Colorado\, Pasadena\, California\, 91101
CATEGORIES:Anayas Restaurant,Dining,Food,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260102T230000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: Laugh Bombs
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents Laugh Bombs. Live in the California Room. Ice House doors open at 6:30pm. The show starts at 9:30pm. \n  \nPrepare for a wild ride of high-risk\, high-reward comedy that’s as raw as it is hilarious. Watch as gifted comedians swing for the fences: delivering gut-busting punchlines one moment\, then BOMBING gloriously the next. Because in comedy\, it’s about the thrill\, the timing\, and the unforgettable moments that come when everything goes “BOOM!” in the best possible way.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-laugh-bombs-2/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Ice House,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20250812T180444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T180444Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: Deez Nutz
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents Deez Nutz! LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 3:30pm. Show Starts at 4:30pm.\n18+ only with a 2 item minimum per seat in the showroom \nBio:\nThe “NEXT!!!” of young stand-up comedians in SoCal have gathered together to perform inside the renowned Ice House in Pasadena!  Vargus Mason\, gathering one of the more discerning showcases in Hollywood\, delivers a diverse hilarious lineup guaranteed to rock your funny bone!  Don’t miss the chance to see the new rising stars of the comedy scene.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-deez-nutz-5/2026-01-03/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Dining,Ice House,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20251216T213633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T213811Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: The Twin New Year Show (chinese show)
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents The Twin New Year Show. LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 4:30pm. Show Starts at 7:30pm. **21+ only with a 2 item minimum per seat in the showroom**
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-the-twin-new-year-show/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Dining
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260103T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20251216T213939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T213939Z
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SUMMARY:Ice House Comedy: The Twin New Year Show (English Show)
DESCRIPTION:Ice House Comedy presents The Twin New Year Show. LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 4:30pm. Show Starts at 9:30pm. **21+ only with a 2 item minimum per seat in the showroom**
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/ice-house-comedy-the-twin-new-year-show-english-show/
LOCATION:Ice House Comedy Club\, 24 N Mentor Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106
CATEGORIES:Dining
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20230720T205755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T170609Z
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SUMMARY:Run With Us: Monday Fun Run
DESCRIPTION:Run With Us presents “Monday Fun Run!” Win Prizes. Test out shoes. Join a community! We have 4 and 6-mile options. All paces\, runners\, walkers\, and furry friends are welcome! Meet new runners\, test out the latest footwear releases from favorite brands\, and win awesome prizes at the end of each month. This is a social run that is for runners of all abilities. Monday Fun Run meets in the parking lot behind the store.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/run-with-us-monday-fun-run-2/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:Run With Us\, 235 N. Lake Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Free,Run With Us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20240119T235330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T211951Z
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SUMMARY:T. Boyle's Tavern: Geeks who drink Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Tboyle Tavern is now hosting Geeks Who Drink trivia night every Tuesday Night starting at 8PM.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/tboyle-tavern-geeks-who-drink-trivia/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:T. Boyle’s Tavern\, 37 N Catalina Ave\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91106\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person,T. Boyle's Tavern
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T114500
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20250106T200208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T200208Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Storytime with Mr. Steve and Miss Marie!
DESCRIPTION:Mr. Steve and the gang host story time every Wednesday at 11 AM in the upstairs children’s section of Vroman’s Bookstore.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-storytime-with-mr-steve-and-miss-marie-2/2026-01-07/
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:20260107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20240416T222900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T222900Z
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SUMMARY:Anayas Restaurant: Winedown Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Winedown Wednesdays at Anayas Restaurant & Bar! Live music with Rodrigo! Make your reservations online or call in. They have specialty wines that you can pair with a delicious meal
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/anayas-restaurant-winedown-wednesdays/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Anayas Restaurant\, 630 E Colorado\, Pasadena\, California\, 91101
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Dining,Food,Free,In-Person,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T220000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20250812T233128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T233233Z
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SUMMARY:The Mixx Pasadena: Pasadena Comedy Show\, Always Free
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to have your funny bone tickled by some of the funniest comedians in town. This in-person event guarantees an unforgettable night of comedy and entertainment hosted by the very funny Paddy for comedy + weekly guest comedians. \nWhether you’re looking for a midweek pick-me-up or just want to unwind after a long day\, our comedy improv happy hours are the perfect way to do it. Our talented performers will have you rolling in the aisles with their hilarious on-the-spot antics. \nSo grab your friends\, come on down to The Mixx\, and get ready to laugh until your sides hurt. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind comedy experience in Pasadena! \n2×1 Drinks All Night Long
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/the-mixx-pasadena-pasadena-comedy-show-always-free/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:The Mixx\, 443 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Dining,The Mixx
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T202136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T202136Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Chanel N. Grant reads from & signs Michael Goes to School: The M.O.D.Y Kid's Collection
DESCRIPTION:When Michael starts a new school\, he hopes to make friends and have fun. But the kids aren’t friendly\, and the teachers don’t notice when he struggles. With courage and honesty\, Michael tells his mom how he feels\, and together they find a new school where he feels safe\, seen\, and happy. A heartfelt story from Chanel N. Grant reminding children that their feelings matter and their voices deserve to be heard.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-chanel-n-grant-reads-from-signs-michael-goes-to-school-the-m-o-d-y-kids-collection/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,In-Person,Kids,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Alexander Berman & Camille Stochitch\, in conversation with Estelle Laure\, discuss & sign Love Goes Viral
DESCRIPTION:An aspiring pop star crafts a fake relationship with a small-town boy to rehab her image\, until her ex and her real feelings get in the way in this sweeping romance perfect for fans of Lynn Painter. \nLove Thompson went viral. Now she has it all–fifty million followers\, brand deals\, a Hollywood address\, and the fast track to the music career she’s always dreamed of–until…she doesn’t. \nAfter Love takes the blame for her influencer boyfriend’s mistake\, the fallout goes more viral than the video that rocketed her to fame. By the next morning\, she’s already lost sponsorships\, ten million followers\, and her debut single. Love needs to rehab her image\, and that means dating someone a little more homegrown. \nEnter Austin Grey. Austin is about as homegrown as it gets. His only followers are the regulars at his family’s struggling diner that he’s doing his best to save. But everything changes when he gets a DM from a star he never expected to cross paths with again. \nWhen Love walks back into Austin’s life\, she thinks this is a purely online scheme with an expiration date. But as genuine feelings start to develop that keep them coming back to each other again and again\, will either of them be willing to take a chance on something real?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-alexander-berman-camille-stochitch-in-conversation-with-estelle-laure-discuss-sign-love-goes-viral/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T201053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T201053Z
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SUMMARY:The Mixx: Open Tables
DESCRIPTION:The Mixx Pasadena invites vinyl collectors to take the decks at Open Tables.Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite records and step into the spotlight\, spinning vinyl through a concert-quality surround sound system. The night features open-format selections alongside 2-for-1 drinks and food specials.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/the-mixx-open-tables/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person,Music,The Mixx
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260106T234103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T234103Z
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SUMMARY:Free Second Sunday: Silk Road Day at USC Pacific Asia Museum & SCCM
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 11\, the Southern California Children’s Museum and USC Pacific Asia Museum are collaborating for Second Free Sunday: Silk Road Day. Offering an exciting day of live music\, artmaking\, and Silk Road-themed children’s programming.\n\n\nBoth museums offer free admission and parking\, plus hands-on art making inspired by the Exploring the Silk Road gallery. Enjoy creative activities throughout the day and a live music performance at PAM.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/free-second-sunday-silk-road-day-at-usc-pacific-asia-museum-sccm/
LOCATION:USC Pacific Asia Museum\, 46 North Los Robles Avenue\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person,Kids,Music,Southern California Children's Museum,USC Pacific Asia Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T203002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T203002Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Kadir Nelson discusses & signs Basket Ball: The Story of the All-American Game (American Sports Histories #2)
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning creator Kadir Nelson delivers the perfect gift for basketball fans of any age–a beautifully illustrated history of the game and its key players over the years–in this companion to his bestselling We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball. \nBasketball has evolved by leaps and bounds since its origin over 125 years ago\, but what remains is the passion of the players\, the heat of competition\, and supreme strategy and athleticism on the court. In this visual tour de force\, celebrated artist Kadir Nelson weds his love for the game with showstopping paintings that bring its heart-pounding history to life. \nThe sage voice of an elder player narrates the journey from the early days of the slow game of “basket ball” to today’s dazzlingly athletic and fast-paced sport. Engaging profiles of revolutionary players–including Wilt Chamberlain\, Magic Johnson\, Michael Jordan\, LeBron James\, and Stephen Curry–are featured\, along with notable quotes from major figures of the game. With each breathtaking page turn\, fans young and old will learn the gripping story of the all-American game and meet its iconic\, indomitable heroes.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-kadir-nelson-discusses-signs-basket-ball-the-story-of-the-all-american-game-american-sports-histories-2/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T190602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T190602Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Court: NT Live: The Fifth Step
DESCRIPTION:Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: The Fifth StepThis powerful National Theatre Live screening explores trust\, recovery\, and the stories we tell ourselves\, unfolding in a tense and intimate exchange that keeps audiences on edge.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/boston-court-nt-live-the-fifth-step/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Court Pasadena,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T203250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T203250Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Denise Nicholas discusses & signs Finding Home: A Memoir
DESCRIPTION:“This stirring memoir proves what readers of Nicholas’s debut novel\, Freshwater Road\, already know: that Nicholas\, a pioneer Black actress\, is also a writer of deep talent and understated eloquence. This is not your typical Hollywood tell-all\, full of ‘I did this\, and I did that\, ‘ complete with cheap shots and horrible reveals about the rich and famous with whom she worked. Rather\, it’s a long thoughtful moment\, in which an artist peers into the looking glass and reflects on her life in a manner that allows us to see every corner of every room she’s ever been in–and every corner of every room we’ve ever been in. Because her story is ours. Nicholas is a distinct American voice. Her inspiring story\, written with deep humility and refreshing honesty\, is further proof that women will one day save this country. And I’m a witness.” –James McBride\, National Book Award winner \nA poignant\, revelatory memoir from acclaimed novelist and actor Denise Nicholas that offers an episodic exploration of her multifaceted life\, delving intimately into themes of artistic self-invention\, race\, and grief. \nLong before writing her acclaimed novel Freshwater Road\, or her career as a path-breaking TV and film star\, Denise Nicholas was a middle-class Black girl growing up in 1950s Detroit\, struggling to decipher her family’s profound secrets. She loved Detroit’s vibrant culture despite the harsh realities of its racial segregation\, which deeply influenced her perspective on identity. In her early twenties\, she dropped out of the University of Michigan to tour the Deep South with the Free Southern Theater at the height of the Civil Rights Movement\, a path that ultimately ignited her lifelong commitment to social justice and activism. A few short years later she would launch from stage work to meteoric national fame as a series lead on the groundbreaking ABC-TV show Room 222\, a role that earned her three consecutive Golden Globe nominations. \nWith eloquence\, vulnerability\, and resolve\, Nicholas mines her six-decade journey through TV and film stardom\, the complexities of her three marriages\, and her reconstituting her creative life to become a celebrated novelist\, reflecting on the personal\, professional\, and societal pressures that buffeted her throughout. Constructed of episodic reflections from both personal and professional high points and low points of her life\, Nicholas navigates the intersections of love and identity\, exploring how her experiences in Hollywood shaped her understanding of success\, intimacy\, and commitment. Her narrative is rich with anecdotes from her career in Hollywood\, as an actor and\, later\, a successful screenwriter for television and eventually a novelist\, providing a backdrop to the struggles and achievements that marked her path. She outspokenly discusses the challenges she faced as a trailblazing actress of color\, shedding light on the systemic barriers and biases within the entertainment industry. \nBut at the deepest level\, this memoir is a heartfelt exploration of grief\, as Nicholas recounts the profound losses–including the unsolved\, targeted slaying of her sister\, the telling of which occupies the center of her story–that have shaped her. Her reflections on mourning and resilience paint a vivid\, moving portrait of how to journey through healing to new dimensions of self-discovery. Through her powerful\, stylish\, and evocative storytelling\, Nicholas not only chronicles her own remarkable life but also provides a resonant narrative of what it means to live\, work\, and succeed as a Black woman in America over the past half-century.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-denise-nicholas-discusses-signs-finding-home-a-memoir/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
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SUMMARY:The Mixx: Salsa Mixx
DESCRIPTION:Tropical Tuesday Nights are back at The Mixx Pasadena.Guests are invited to dust off their dancing shoes and enjoy an evening of Salsa and Bachata set to the hottest Latin rhythms in town. The night features sensational Salsa and Bachata dance lessons led by award-winning Los Angeles instructor Rogelio Moreno\, followed by social dancing with new and familiar faces on The Mixx’s vibrant professional dance floor. Music is curated by DJ Salsa y Sabor\, keeping the energy going all night long. \nEnjoy 2-for-1 drinks throughout the evening\, free parking\, and a delicious dinner and cocktail menu—including refreshing new zero-proof cocktails.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/the-mixx-salsa-mixx/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:The Mixx\, 443 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,In-Person,Music,The Mixx
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T192645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T192645Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Court: NTL: Mrs. Warren's Profession
DESCRIPTION:Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Mrs. Warren’s ProfessionGeorge Bernard Shaw’s provocative classic confronts money\, morality\, and independence in a bold\, still-relevant drama. Smart\, uncompromising\, and deeply engaging.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/boston-court-ntl-mrs-warrens-profession/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Court Pasadena,Film screening,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T193755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T193755Z
UID:10014586-1768417200-1768417200@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Boston Court: NTL The Life of Pi
DESCRIPTION:Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Life of PiBased on the beloved novel\, this visually stunning stage adaptation tells an extraordinary story of survival\, resilience\, and imagination. A breathtaking National Theatre Live experience. \n  \nAfter a cargo ship sinks in the middle of the vast Pacific Ocean\, a 16-year-old boy named Pi is stranded on a lifeboat with four other survivors – a hyena\, a zebra\, an orangutan and a Royal Bengal tiger. Time is against them\, nature is harsh\, who will survive?
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/boston-court-ntl-the-life-of-pi/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film screening,In-Person,Pasadena Heritage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T191308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T191308Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Court: NTL Live: Inter Alia
DESCRIPTION:Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: Inter AliaLed by Rosamund Pike\, this gripping National Theatre Live screening examines authority\, accountability\, and the complexities of modern life in a bold and thought-provoking production. \nInter Alia – Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe\, she is a karaoke fiend\, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance\, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie\, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/boston-court-ntl-live-inter-alia/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Court Pasadena,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T184853Z
UID:10014573-1768658400-1768669200@playhousevillage.org
SUMMARY:Pasadena Heritage: Pattern Keepers: Batchelder Nature In Relief
DESCRIPTION:Pasadena Heritage presents Pattern Keepers: Batchelder Nature in Relief. Learn how to create bird-inspired ornamental designs by observing local species\, sketching natural forms\, and translating feathers\, movement\, and pattern into hands-on relief and surface work using clay and found materials.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/pasadena-heritage-pattern-keepers-batchelder-nature-in-relief/
LOCATION:Blinn House\, 160 N. Oakland Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free,In-Person,Pasadena Heritage,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260116T204632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T204632Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Paula Lafferty discusses & signs The Once and Future Queen: Deluxe Limited Edition (The Lives of Guinevere)
DESCRIPTION:Paula Lafferty\, in conversation with Dahlia De La Vega\, discusses & signs The Once and Future Queen: Deluxe Limited Edition (The Lives of Guinevere)\n\nA purchase of the book from Vroman’s is greatly appreciated and makes events like this possible. \nOutlander-meets-The Princess Bride plus Camelot in a fresh\, big-hearted\, feminist\, timeslip adventure reimagining the epic saga of King Arthur\, as told from the perspective of his spunky and surprising queen\, Vera – complete with time travel and good running shoes! \n***DELUXE LIMITED EDITION HARDCOVER with stenciled edges\, a beautiful foil-stamped hardcover\, exclusive interior design with full-color illustrated endpapers*** Only while supplies last. \nVera always knew she didn’t fit in. When she learns that she is meant to be in another time\, she leaps at the chance to embrace a new life in a world of valor\, intrigue\, and unexpected magic in this bold and romantic retelling of Arthurian legend . . . \n22-year-old Vera is at a crossroads: waiting tables\, grieving her previous relationship\, and jogging aimlessly each morning as if toward an uncertain future. Then an odd man shows up at her workplace\, insisting that she was once the legendary Queen Guinevere of Camelot\, and that her lost memories hold the key to changing both the past and the present. Somehow\, it all feels like the direction she’s been looking for. But when she asks the mysterious man to tell her more about Lancelot\, Arthur\, and a faithless queen\, he can only say that much of what she’s heard about Camelot is wrong. The truth\, he claims\, is something she must see for herself. \nAfter jumping through a portal in Glastonbury’s historic center\, Vera is not prepared for what she finds. Magic is everywhere\, but a curse on the kingdom means it dwindles every day. She has no idea how to perform a queen’s duties. Her fast friendship with Lancelot sets gossip flowing\, and the stranger she must call “husband” often refuses to meet her eye. Arthur is a puzzle: cold\, forbidding\, and\, while angry to her face\, keeps leaving secret tokens of tenderness in her chambers. Worst of all\, Vera’s memories–and the answers locked within them–show no signs of returning. If Vera is truly destined to save Camelot\, she’ll have to trust her instincts. And her king will have to trust her . . .
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-paula-lafferty-discusses-signs-the-once-and-future-queen-deluxe-limited-edition-the-lives-of-guinevere/
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:20260117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20251104T003227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T003227Z
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SUMMARY:Third@First: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Third@First’s support for local music students continues with the California School of the Arts-San Gabriel Valley’s vocal and instrumental ensembles celebrating MLK Day with Gospel music and works by Black composers.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/thirdfirst-martin-luther-king-jr-celebration/
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:20260117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260113T181118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T181205Z
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SUMMARY:USC PAM: Night Parade: Yokai Unleashed
DESCRIPTION:USC Pacific Asia Museum is excited to present the first program in celebration of our upcoming exhibition\, Mythical Creatures: The Stories We Carry. Enjoy an evening exploring the spiritual\, cultural\, and pop culture legacies of yōkai\nProgram Highlights\nJoin Michael Dylan Foster\, Professor of Japanese Folklore at the University of California\, Davis\, and Virginia Kuhn\, Ph.D.\, Professor of the Practice of Cinematic Arts (Media Arts + Practice) and Associate Director of the Institute for Multimedia Literacy at USC\, as they explore the cultural and spiritual significance of yōkai in Japan and beyond.\nThe discussion is moderated by Meher McArthur\, Curator and Scholar of Japanese Art.\nAfter the conversation\, stay for:\nCostume contest\nMusic\nJapanese-inspired treats\nPresented with USC Trojan Anime Culture\nCosplay encouraged!\nCome dressed as your favorite yōkai\, anime character\, or mythical creature.\nTickets & Admission\nTickets include museum admission and free parking.\nUSC PAM Members and USC Students are FREE.\nPAM Members and USC Students\, please RSVP at pamrsvp@usc.edu.\nRSVP here
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/usc-pam-night-parade-yokai-unleashed/
LOCATION:USC Pacific Asia Museum\, 46 North Los Robles Avenue\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Cultural Event,Free,In-Person,USC Pacific Asia Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260113T210708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T210708Z
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SUMMARY:Pasadena Neighbor Day
DESCRIPTION:Pasadena Neighbor Day returns January 18. Get ready for a citywide celebration of kindness\, connection\, and neighborly love. Playhouse Village is leading the way with special events and offerings from Yahaira’s Cafe\, El Portal\, Monopole Wine by RX\, and Pasadena Heritage\, showcasing the power of community through food\, culture\, and shared experiences. \nSee full schedule at pasadenaneighborday.com \nNeighbor Day Participants \nPasadena Heritage Swag Bag\nPasadena Heritage | 160 N Oakland Ave\nAvailable Jan 18 at Wild Parrot Live Show \nBOGO wine for 2\nMonopole Wine by RX | 21 S El Molino Ave \nEnjoy a free cup of coffee from 9AM-11AM\nYahaira’s Cafe | 698 E Colorado Blvd \nSpecial happy hour from 11am-5pm at the bar\nEl Portal | 695 E Green St
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/pasadena-neighbor-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Cultural Event,Free,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T190114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T190114Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Court: NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
DESCRIPTION:Boston Court Pasadena presents National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being EarnestOscar Wilde’s sharp and joyful comedy comes to the big screen in this acclaimed National Theatre Live production. Witty\, timeless\, and endlessly entertaining.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/boston-court-nt-live-the-importance-of-being-earnest/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:Boston Court Pasadena\, 70 N. Mentor Ave.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston Court Pasadena,Community Event,Free,In-Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260116T204850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T204850Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Chanel Miller discusses & signs The Moon Without Stars
DESCRIPTION:What’s the deal with middle school\, anyway? Newbery Honor-winning author and artist Chanel Miller explores the glorious mess that is middle school–and the way growing up\, finding friends\, and discovering who you are can be both awkward and empowering. \nAt the beginning of seventh grade\, Luna knows who she is: an observant\, quiet girl who loves writing and making zines with her best friend\, Scott. But when one of their zines takes off\, somehow Luna is swept up into the popular group and learns just how much of herself she’s going to have to compromise to stay there. Will she give up her writing? Her best friend? What about her own beliefs about who she is and what she stands for? \nIn a contemporary novel that feels like today’s Are You There God? It’s Me\, Margaret\, Newbery Honor winner and bestselling author Chanel Miller explores what it means to lose and then find yourself again in the middle of middle school.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-chanel-miller-discusses-signs-the-moon-without-stars/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books,Community Event,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260116T205302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T205302Z
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SUMMARY:Vroman's Bookstore: Dr. Maya Ackerman discusses & signs Creative Machines: Ai\, Art & Us
DESCRIPTION:A bold and thought-provoking journey into AI’s power to transform human creativity \nIn Creative Machines: AI\, Art & Us\, world-renowned AI researcher and generative AI pioneer\, Maya Ackerman\, takes you on a thrilling journey into the rise of creative AI\, from its earliest pioneers to the cutting-edge tools shaping music\, art\, and human imagination today. \nAckerman cuts through the hype\, revealing the true capabilities and limitations of generative AI while championing its potential to amplify human creativity rather than replace it. Drawing on psychology\, philosophy\, and her own cutting-edge research\, she reveals how generative AI exposes both the brilliance and the blind spots of human society–our ingenuity\, our biases\, our assumptions about intelligence and identity. \nThe book contains: \n\nThe hidden history and explosive growth of AI-generated creativity\nExplorations of the true capabilities and limitations of creative AI\nA visionary framework for using AI as a tool to enhance\, rather than hinder\, human creativity\nA bold new perspective on AI ethics and why fixing AI is not enough\n\nPerfect for entrepreneurs\, tech leaders\, developers\, ethicists\, and creative professionals\, Creative Machines offers deep insights\, compelling stories\, and a visionary perspective on AI’s impact on human society. An essential read for anyone doing their best to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/vromans-bookstore-dr-maya-ackerman-discusses-signs-creative-machines-ai-art-us/
LOCATION:Vroman’s Bookstore\, 695 E. Colorado Blvd.\, Pasadena\, CA\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In-Person,Vroman's Bookstore
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T195607
CREATED:20260109T185230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T185230Z
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SUMMARY:Pasadena Heritage: Jazz Night at the historic Blinn House
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an intimate evening of live jazz at the historic Blinn House\, featuring classic tunes\, select libations\, and timeless ambiance. Join us for a spirited night that celebrates music\, history\, and community.
URL:https://playhousevillage.org/event/pasadena-heritage-jazz-night-at-the-historic-blinn-house/
LOCATION:Pasadena Heritage\, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave\, Pasadena\, 91101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In-Person,Music,Pasadena Heritage
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