Playhouse Village Association

Vroman's Bookstore: Raegan Fordemwalt discusses Prince of Hearts
2025-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Raegan Fordemwalt—poet and author of the runaway hit Lover Girl—is back with the highly anticipated follow-up collection of poetry and art, Prince of Hearts.
Following the success of Lover Girl, Raegan Fordemwalt returns with Prince of Hearts. An indirect sequel to her bestselling debut, this all-new collection of art and poetry takes readers along the narrator’s journey through abandonment and dismantled trust following the loss of significant relationships, both platonic and romantic.
A far-too-relatable retelling of the courage required to survive young love, first heartbreaks, and your early-20s, Prince of Hearts is a look through both the rearview and the windshield along the journey to self-love.

Vroman's Bookstore: Henry Lien discusses & signs Spring, Summer, Asteroid, Bird: The Art of Eastern Storytelling
2025-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Discussions in the West around diversity in the arts often focus on the identities of characters and creators. Speculative fiction author and writing instructor Henry Lien makes the pathbreaking argument that diversity is about more than just plopping different faces into stories that are 100 percent Western in spirit; it can–and should–encompass diverse structures, themes, and values.
Using examples ranging from Parasite to The Thousand and One Nights to the Mario video game franchise, Lien shows how storytelling staples in the West, such as the three-act structure and themes of empowerment and change, are far from universal. He introduces the East Asian four-act structure (kishotenketsu), as well as circular and nested structures, and explains how Eastern value systems such as collectivism can dictate form. Spring, Summer, Asteroid, Bird is essential reading for any writer or reader who wants to broaden their understanding of how to tell a satisfying story.

Third@First: Musica de España: Life and Music in Spain
2025-02-15 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Pianist and Third@First’s artistic coordinator, Junko Ueno Garrett will perform music by Granadas, Alveniz, de Falla and Lecuona. Come learn about and enjoy Spain’s rich music history.

Ice House: Home by 9 Comedy Show
2025-02-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Home by 9 Comedy Show!

Ice House: Marsha Warfield
2025-02-15 19:45 - 20:15 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Marsha Warfield. LIVE IN THE LEGENDARY ROOM! Marsha will be donating proceeds to the Letters Charity which will benefit victims of the Altadena fire. Ice House doors open at 4:30pm. The show Starts at 7:45pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Ice House: MOB Comics
2025-02-15 21:30 - 23:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents MOB Comics. LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6:30pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. Show Starts at 9:30pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

SCCM: Sustainable Sundays
2025-02-16 14:00 - 14:30 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
Southern California Children’s Museum invites young explorers to get creative with a hands-on program blending sensory play, art, and environmental studies! Children will learn about the environment and ways to care for the planet while exploring items from the garden or building unique creations from recycled materials.

Vroman's Local Author Day Introducing Steve Fortunato & Nika Hogan
2025-02-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Steve Fortunato presents The Urgent Recovery of Hospitality: How Rediscovering Generosity Restores a Civil World
Are we losing the art of hospitality in an age dominated by entitlement and transactional relationships?
In The Urgent Recovery of Hospitality, award-winning experience specialist Steve Fortunato illuminates how our modern interactions have been tainted by competition and celebrity culture, leaving us feeling isolated and undervalued. Driven by his own personal confessions, he implores us to rediscover the essence of true hospitality—where each interaction is rooted in authenticity and connection. Join Fortunato on this urgent journey to recover true hospitality, where valuing others creates a virtuous cycle of generosity and understanding that enriches our communities and transforms our lives.

Ice House: Jetski Johnson, Al Madrigal, Jodi Miller
2025-02-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy Jetski Johnson, Al Madrigal, Jodi Miller. LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes before showtime. The show starts at 7pm. 21+ only with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Ice House: Cocoa Brown
2025-02-16 20:00 - 21:30 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Cocoa Brown. LIVE IN THE LEGENDARY ROOM! Ice House doors open at 7:00pm. Seating inthe showroom begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. The show Starts at 8pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.
Most notably known for her lead role in the film Tyler Perry’s The Single Mom’s Club and For Better or Worse on OWN network, the hilarious comedian/actress Cocoa (pronounced Co-kah) Brown treats audiences to thought-provoking humor in which she declares “I don’t tell jokes I tell the truth!” Her Grown and Evolved Woman delivery both on stage and on the screen have landed her in supporting roles such as FX’s American Crime Story, NBC’s Marlon, and most recently FOX’s critically acclaimed 9-1-1 and the Mindy Kaling’s life inspired Netflix series, “Never Have I Ever”. Cocoa will also be appearing on the new 50 cent/Starz cable network series, “BMF: Black Mafia Family” in Summer 2021. Cocoa has generated and continues to grow a large and loyal following all over the world and has proven to her fans old and new that not only is she a funny comedian, but she is also a versatile and talented actress.

SCCM: Mindful Mondays
2025-02-17 10:30 - 11:00 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
Southern California Children’s Museum invites families to start the week with mindfulness through a gentle introduction to breathing exercises, sensory awareness, stretching, mantras, and easy meditations. This weekly program includes a storytime and mindfulness exercise, offering techniques that benefit all ages. No special equipment is needed—just come as you are!

Vroman's Bookstore: Alejandro Heredia, in conversation with Myriam Gurba, discusses Loca
2025-02-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
If Junot Diaz’s critically acclaimed collection Drown and Janet Mock’s Emmy-winning series Pose produced offspring, Alejandro Heredia’s Loca would be their firstborn.
It’s 1999, and best friends Sal and Charo are striving to hold on to their dreams in a New York determined to grind them down. Sal is a book-loving science nerd trying to grow beyond his dead-end job in a new city, but he’s held back by tragic memories from his past in Santo Domingo. Free-spirited Charo is surprised to find herself a mother at twenty-five, partnered with a controlling man, working at the same supermarket for years, her world shrunk to the very domesticity she thought she’d escaped in her old country. When Sal finds love at a gay club one night, both his and Charo’s worlds unexpectedly open up to a vibrant social circle that pushes them to reckon with what they owe to their own selves, pasts, futures, and, always, each otherdd
Loca follows one daring year in the lives of young people living at the edge of their own patience and desires. With expansive grace, it reveals both the grueling conditions that force people to migrate and the possibility of friendship as home when family, nations, and identity groups fall short.

SCCM: Messy Play
2025-02-18 10:30 - 11:00 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
At Southern California Children’s Museum, children and grown-ups can explore sensory experiences together while embracing a little mess! Each week features new hands-on activities designed to spark imagination, support language development, enhance fine motor skills, and encourage sensory exploration—all in a fun and engaging environment.

Music at Noon: Hugo Maia Nogueira Trio, flute, guitar & cello
2025-02-19 12:10 - 12:40 | Pasadena Presbyterian Church Musical Events, 585 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena, California, 91101
Pasadena Presbyterian Church presents Music at Noon a free lunchtime concert spotlighting local artists this week enjoy Hugo Maia Nogueira featuring flute, guitar, and cello. Can’t make it in person check out their YouTube channel for new virtual concerts every week.

SCCM: Story & Craft
2025-02-19 14:00 - 14:30 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
At Southern California Children’s Museum, Story & Craft brings stories to life through arts, crafts, and interactive play! Designed for toddlers to kindergarteners, this weekly program introduces children to diverse authors, illustrators, cultures, and characters through storytelling, music, and hands-on creativity. Cultural lessons are woven in, celebrating heritage months and awareness days in a fun and engaging way.

Vroman's Bookstore: Julie Tieu, in conversation with Erin La Rosa, discusses Girl Most Likely To
2025-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A frenemies-to-lovers contemporary romance by Julie Tieu which takes place over the course of one make-or-break evening, almost entirely at a high school reunion….
“For the rom-com fans, you can never go wrong with a Julie Tieu book.”— Buzzfeed
Rachel Dang once voted “Most Likely to Succeed” in high school, is unemployed for the first time. After years of doing everything her boss asked, it’s time to say yes to new opportunities. So when she gets invited to her twentieth high school reunion by none other than her former frenemy, Danny Phan, Rachel agrees despite their unresolved past.
As a teenager, Danny was seen as smart, but unfocused. Teachers often paired him with Rachel, hoping her work ethic would rub off on him. Though Danny and Rachel weren’t exactly friends, she had seen a different side of him, one that only existed online over intimate late-night AIM chats that never translated into real life. When they meet again, Rachel discovers their roles have reversed. Danny is thriving in his career while she’s the one flailing.
The reunion takes an unexpected turn when a simple errand takes them into town for a night of mishaps and misadventures where they run into a colorful cast of characters from their childhood. Rachel and Danny soon rediscover the feelings they once shared and must decide if this is only a quick trip down memory lane or a second chance for their happily ever after.
Erin La Rosa is the author of The Backtrack, Plot Twist, For Butter or Worse, Womanskills, and The Big Redhead Book. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and four daughters (two human, and two feline).

Vroman's Bookstore: Jenn Bregman discusses The Last Hamilton
2025-02-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
After the last heir of Alexander Hamilton’s line is murdered, her heartbroken husband and best friend team up in this twisty thriller where a mysterious death uncovers not just an ancient secret society, but the treasures it holds—perfect for fans of Dan Brown and Sarah Penner.
The more they know, the more danger they’re in.
When Elizabeth Walker, the last heir of the Alexander Hamilton line, is tragically killed by a subway train in New York, foul play is immediately suspected. Elizabeth had been terrified, frantic, and manic during her last days, running mysterious errands, searching for a strange antique key, and sending cryptic messages to her best friend, Sarah Brockman.
The morning after Elizabeth’s death, a box of tattered documents lands on Sarah’s doorstep, confirming her suspicions about Elizabeth’s strange behavior and shocking death. She brings the box to Elizabeth’s grieving husband, Ralph. Working together, they are stunned to discover that Elizabeth was part of a secret society established by Hamilton himself to keep the United States just and free, its influence woven into every corner of the country’s history. As Sarah and Ralph race through the streets of New York to uncover the truth behind Elizabeth’s death, they must stop an ingenious and sinister plot before someone else catches up to them–and the secrets of Hamilton’s society are lost forever.
With fascinating details from the shadows of American history, The Last Hamilton is a sweeping and fast-paced thriller reminiscent of The Da Vinci Code.

SCCM: Wild California Explorers
2025-02-21 14:00 - 14:30 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
Did you know that the Washingtonia filifera is the only palm tree species native to California? Southern California Children’s Museum brings history to life through storytime, art activities, games, scavenger hunts, and more, offering engaging ways for children to learn about the state and the people who shaped it.

Vroman's Bookstore: Stacey Simmons discusses Mushroom Pharmacy
2025-02-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A practical, approachable guide to using psilocybin, the psychedelic compound found in mushrooms, for health and wellness, including information on varietals, microdosing, and the treatment of an array of mental and psychical ailments.
Psilocybin is proving to have profound impact on health and wellness, particularly in the areas of mental health and addiction. From author and certified psychedelic therapist Stacey Simmons, MA, PhD, LMFT, Mushroom Pharmacy is the first comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to using mushrooms safely and effectively to alleviate symptoms, and potentially cure the underlying causes, of dozens of ailments from depression, anxiety, and addiction to OCD, PTSD, Lyme Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Migraines and more. In this deeply researched, practically oriented guide, Dr. Simmons helps readers understand how psilocybin acts on the brain, the key elements of responsible psychedelic therapy, and how the effects of this practice can lead to deep and permanent healing. The book also educates readers in the practical aspects of how to responsibly forage for or grow their own mushrooms, how to identify and use different more than 30 different psychedelic mushroom varieties, and how to understand the dosing and administration of psychedelics.
Written by an expert in the field, this groundbreaking work is a mu dit-have for anyone interested in the brave new world of psychedelic medical treatment.staceyy Simmons

Boston Court: Frou-Frou: A Menagerie of Sorts
2025-02-21 19:30 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
L is a stoner with social anxiety, Harold is an aspiring ballerina, and their mother is a woman from another time. Driven by archaic dreams for her children, all Mamma wants is for a man to marry L to rescue the family from financial ruin. So when a big, burly traveler turns up at their doorstep, she thinks her prayers have been answered. But it is Harold, her tutu-wearing son, who seems most attracted to this strange man, while L, her chronically online “daughter,” doesn’t seem to want him – but wants to become him. By turns raucous, poetic, touching, and dangerous, Frou-Frou: A Menagerie of Sorts riffs on Tennessee Williams’s The Glass Menagerie in this story of two queer siblings yearning to be understood.

Ice House: Lin Sun & The Renegades
2025-02-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Lin Sun & The Renegades! LIVE IN THE California Room! Ice House doors open at 4:30pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes before showtime. The show Starts at 10pm. 2-drink minimum required!

Ice House: Scott Blugrind & Friends
2025-02-21 21:30 - 23:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Scott Blugrind & Friends! LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6:30pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. The show Starts at 9:30pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Patrick Renna signs A Little Slugger’s Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life
2025-02-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Patrick Renna (The Sandlot) signs copies of his book A Little Slugger’s Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life.
Patrick Renna, best known for his role in the 1993 film The Sandlot, offers baseball-themed anecdotes and affirmations. Heartfelt reminders that life’s a marathon, not a sprint, may be familiar, but many young readers will find them revelatory. The author also stresses that failure is just as much a part of life as success, encourages children to embrace individuality and work hard despite being the underdog, and emphasizes that practice shows commitment and “prepares you for the big game or the test.” All these lessons will be relatable to young people, and many are supported by real-life stories: basketball superstar Michael Jordan’s short-lived stint in minor league baseball, an unexpected victory during Game One of the 2015 World Series, and Renna’s willingness to swallow his fear when, as a young teen, he was handed a new script just an hour before shooting a pivotal scene inThe Sandlot. Each tidbit stands alone, but taken together, all 20 tenets provide a lively road map to life. The colorful spot art features images of diverse young baseball players, plus some visually appealing double-page spreads filled with movement and action. White space is used thoughtfully, allowing readers to reflect on how these words of wisdom might apply to them. A solid base hit, with guidance on the great American pastime–and life itself.
This ticketed event is a book signing & photo op only and tickets include a copy of A Little Slugger’s Guide to the Unwritten Rules of Baseball and Life, to be picked up at check in the day of the event.
Event Guidelines:
Patrick Renna will be signing the book only, no memorabilia.
Photo op pictures will be taken with your camera by a Vroman’s employee.plays
Questions? Please email us at email@vromansbookstore.com

SCCM: Saturday Sing-Along
2025-02-22 14:00 - 14:30 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
At Southern California Children’s Museum, children of all ages can explore a variety of musical instruments while singing along to their favorite songs! From shakers to drums, this hands-on experience is all about making music and having fun.

Ice House: Elijah Nevel
2025-02-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy Presents Elijah Nevels! LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6:00pm. Seating in showroom begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. The show starts at 7:00pm 18+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Elijah Nevels is a rising star in the world of comedy, hailing from Cleveland, OH. He has quickly become one of the most sought-after newcomers in the comedy scene, boasting an impressive social media following of over 190,000 fans on instagram. Elijah consistently draws crowds eager to experience his unique brand of humor. Starting his comedy career at just 14 years old, now 20 Elijah headlines clubs across the country, captivating audiences with his storytelling and quick-witted comedy style.

Ice House: Craig Shoemaker
2025-02-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Craig Shoemaker! LIVE IN THE LEGENDARY ROOM! Ice House doors open at 3:30pm. Seating inthe showroom begins 30 minutes before showtime. Show Starts at 7:30pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Ice House: Heather Pasternak & Friends
2025-02-22 21:00 - 22:30 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Heather Pasternak & Friends! LIVE IN THE CALIFORNIA ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6:30pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes prior to showtime. Show starts at 9pm. 21+ only with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Ice House: Gianmarco Soresi, Usama Siddiquee, Fumi Abe
2025-02-22 21:30 - 23:00 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
Ice House Comedy presents Gianmarco Soresi, Usama Siddiquee, Fumi Abe! LIVE IN THE LEGENDARY ROOM! Ice House doors open at 6:30pm. Seating in the showroom begins 30 minutes before showtime. Show Starts at 9:30pm. 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

Cheeseburger Week: Feb 23 - March 1
2025-02-23 08:00 - 12:00 | CA
Playhouse Village Serves Up Cheeseburger Week!
Celebrate the birthplace of the cheeseburger right here in Pasadena with Cheeseburger Week! Local Playhouse Village restaurants will showcase their best burgers and beyond as part of the Cheeseburger Challenge. Cast your vote for categories like “Best Lunch Counter Burger,” “Best Veggie Burger,” and more while enjoying exclusive meitems and special deals throughout the week.

Pasadena Playhouse: Top Dog / Underdog
2025-02-23 14:00 | Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Two brothers in freefall struggle to find their footing as they hustle their way through life. Haunted by the past and their obsession with street cons and cards, the brothers come to learn the true nature of their fate. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Suzan-Lori Parks’ darkly comic fable is poetic, gripping, and unforgettable.
