Vroman's Bookstore: Alex Killian & Grady McFerrin read from In-Between Places
2025-05-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A gorgeously illustrated and inspiring picture book about confidently navigating “in-between” times and places in life. The perfect gift for grads of all ages and fans of I Wish You More and Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Sometimes you know just where you are going. Sometimes you don’t. Sometimes you find yourself in an in-between place. A place that is neither here nor there. A place where you can go up or down, left or right. So how do you know which way to go?
Poetic and reassuring, In-Between Places reminds us that sometimes we just need to take a leap to land exactly where we’re meant to be.
BUILDING CONFIDENCE: Inspiring text and vibrant illustrations will encourage readers to meet new experiences with an open mind and confidently take on any challenges that come their way.
GREAT GIFT BOOK: Uplifting and visually enchanting, this is an ideal present to encourage graduates of any age to leap into new beginnings and uplift any reader who finds themselves navigating an in-between time.
Perfect for:

Parents, grandparents, educators, and librarians
Anyone looking for creative ways to talk with kids about change, transition, or self-doubt
Gift-giving for birthday, graduation, encouragement, or any milestone momenthttps://vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-05-17/alex-killian-grady-mcferrin-read-between-places

Pasadena Playhouse: A Doll's House Part 2
2025-05-17 14:00 | Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Nora’s back—15 years after walking out on her family—ready to confront the fallout of her iconic escape. Bold, satisfying, and packed with razor-sharp twists, Lucas Hnath’s Tony-nominated play dives into the messy reality of what it means to be a woman living on your own terms. It’s complicated. It’s witty. And it’s happening at Pasadena Playhouse. Get your tickets for A Doll’s House, Part 2 and don’t miss this audacious sequel 146 years after Ibsen’s classic.
“WAIT, I DON’T THINK I SAW A DOLL’S HOUSE, PART 1…”
A Doll’s House, Part 2 (2017), is a “sequel” to one of the most influential plays in the history of theater – Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House (1879). The good news is that you do not need to have seen the original to enjoy Part 2. All you need to know is that at the end of Ibsen’s play, Nora, a mother and wife, walks out on her husband and three young children. Slamming the door behind her—a moment frequently referred to as the slam heard around the world—she makes a dramatic exit that shocked audiences and shook the foundations of 19th-century theatre.https://www.pasadenaplayhouse.org/event/a-dolls-house-part-2/0

SCCM: Saturday Sing-Along
2025-05-17 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.

First United Methodist Church: Third@First: Pasadena Youth Collaboration
2025-05-17 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
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.

Vroman's Bookstore: The Tomorrow Prize and The Green Feather Award Celebrity Readings and Honors
2025-05-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Join Vroman’s Bookstore for the Omega Sci-Fi Project’s culminating event, celebrating emerging young writers for their incredible sci-fi stories.

Vino in the Village
2025-05-17 16:00 - 19:00
Vino in the Village (formerly Wine Walk) invites you to enjoy a selection of wine tastings at participating local businesses while exploring Playhouse Village. Whether you’re a wine aficionado, a novice, or somewhere in between, Vino in the Village is a great way to discover your neighborhood. Bring your friends, please your palate, and make an evening of it!
Tickets are $25 each and include:

Commemorative glass
Eight wine tastings
Small bites
Live Music
Special offers

Please note that a limited number of tickets are available, so grab your tickets today!

Ice House Comedy: Deez Nutz
2025-05-17 16:30 - 18:30 | Ice House Comedy Club, 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106
The “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.

Boston Court Pasadena: Pianist/Violinist Ray Ushikubo
2025-05-17 20:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Ray combines the virtuosic playing of both the piano and the violin in a spectacular program.

SCCM: Natasha Khankazi
2025-05-18 13:00 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
This May, Southern California Children’s Museum is celebrating AANHPI Heritage Month by spotlighting the vibrant stories, cultures & creativity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities!⁣
On Sunday, May 18, at 1PM, Southern California Children’s Museum welcomes author and illustrator Natasha Khan Kazi for a special story and craft event. Natasha will read her new book, Lulu in the Spotlight, share insights into her creative process, and lead children through a henna-inspired art activity—celebrating the richness of South Asian traditions. No RSVP required; families are encouraged to bring their curiosity and creativity.

SCCM: Sustainable Sundays
2025-05-18 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.

SCCM: Mindful Mondays
2025-05-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-19 14:00 - 14:30 | 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!

Run With Us: Monday Fun Run
2025-05-19 18:00 | Run With Us, 235 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Run With Us presents “Monday Fun Run!” Win Prizes. Test out shoes. Join a community! We have 4 and 6-mile options. All paces, runners, walkers, and furry friends are welcome! Meet new runners, test out the latest footwear releases from favorite brands, and win awesome prizes at the end of each month. This is a social run that is for runners of all abilities. Monday Fun Run meets in the parking lot behind the store.

Renew Performance Center: Ladies Sauna Night
2025-05-19 18:30 | Renew Performance Center, 600 E Colorado Blvd Suite 110, Pasadena, CA, 91101
Renew Performance Center presents Ladies Sauna Night every Monday Night. Come decompression with a new Monday night ritual of self-care infrared treatment and kava shots.

Vroman's Bookstore: Amy Larocc discusses How to Be Well: Navigating Our Self-Care Epidemic, One Dubious Cure at a Time
2025-05-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A deeply researched, lively, and personal exploration of the multibillion-dollar wellness industry — about why women are feeling so un-well and how this trend has shaped our thinking about health and self-care
Peloton. Pilates. Biohacking. Colonics. Ashwagandha. Today, the wellness industry is a $3.7 trillion behemoth that touches us all. In this timely and clear-eyed book, journalist Amy Larocca peels back the layers behind the wellness movement and reckons with its promises and profits. How did we get here and how did the idea of wellness become integrated with women’s lives? And how did we end up spending so much money on products that may not work at all?
Amy Larocca takes readers into the communities that swear by their activated charcoal toothpaste and green juice enemas, explaining what each of these practices really is–and what the science says. Larocca holds a magnifying glass to alternative medicine and nouveau lifestyle prescriptions — and tries a lot herself along the way — ultimately delivering an assessment of how the wellness industry embodies our (gendered, class-based, racialized) perceptions of care and self-improvement, and how it preys on our unshakable fear of the unknown. She traces the history of how the beauty and fashion industries have peddled snake oil to women for decades–and why we keep coming back for more.
A clear-eyed and honest portrait of the weird world of wellness, How to Be Well lays bare the ways in which the simple notion of caring for oneself has become a seriously big business.https://vromansbookstore.com/event/2025-05-19/amy-larocca-conversation-annie-weisman-discusses-how-be-well-navigating-our-self

SCCM: Messy Play
2025-05-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-20 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 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.

Retro Replay: Mamma Mia! (2008)
2025-05-20 19:00 | Landmark Theatre, 673 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Enjoy a night at the movies for just $5! Landmark Theatres Pasadena presents Retro-Replay, a four-film series celebrating the incredible range of Meryl Streep. Every Tuesday in May at 7PM!

Vroman's Bookstore: Lian Dolan discusses Abigail and Alexa Save the Wedding
2025-05-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
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.
You’re invited…to a delightful modern comedy of manners about two moms, the best-laid plans, and one very memorable wedding.
Penelope 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.
The 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.
The 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.
But 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?

T. Boyle's Tavern: Geeks who drink Trivia
2025-05-20 20:00 | T. Boyle’s Tavern, 37 N Catalina Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91106, Select a Country:
Tboyle Tavern is now hosting Geeks Who Drink trivia night every Tuesday Night starting at 8PM.

SCCM: Story & Craft
2025-05-21 10:30 - 23:00, 2025-05-21 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: Storytime with Mr. Steve and Miss Marie!
2025-05-21 11:00 - 11:45 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Mr. Steve and the gang host story time every Wednesday at 11 AM in the upstairs children’s section of Vroman’s Bookstore.

Wollhaus: Help/Tutoring - Crochet and Knitting
2025-05-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Wollhaus Artisan Yarn & Tools, 696 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 2, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Unsure how to start a new project? Made a mistake or need help learning a new technique? Wolhaus’s Help/Tutoring class offers personalized guidance from an experienced instructor to support all your knitting and crocheting needs. This 90-minute session is designed to be small and focused—reserve your spot today!

Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Christopher Moore discusses Anima Rising
2025-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
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.
Vienna, 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!
Back 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.
With 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.
So how did she get here? And why are so many people chasing her, including Geoff, the giant croissant-eating devil dog of the North?
Poor Things meets Bride of Frankenstein in Anima Rising, Christopher Moore’s most ingenious (and probably most hilarious) novel yet.
This 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.

Anayas Restaurant: Winedown Wednesdays
2025-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Anayas Restaurant, 630 E Colorado, Pasadena, California, 91101
Enjoy Winedown Wednesdays at Anayas Restaurant & Bar! Live music with Rodrigo! Make your reservations online or call in. They have specialty wines that you can pair with a delicious meal

Pasadena Heritage: Anna May Wong Book Reading and Lecture
2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Pasadena Heritage, The Blinn House 160 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
Yunte Huang is a Distinguished Professor of English at the University of California, Santa Barbara. A Guggenheim Fellow, he is the author of Charlie Chan (Norton, 2010), which won the Edgar Award and was a National Book Critics Circle Award finalist. His Inseparable (Liveright, 2018), also a finalist for the NBCC award, was named one of the Best Books of the Year by the New York Times, NPR, and Newsweek. He has published articles in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, PMLA, and others, and has been featured on NPR, CBS, BBC, C-SPAN, and others.
His most recent book, the third and final installment of his “Rendezvous with America” trilogy, Daughter of the Dragon: Anna May Wong’s Rendezvous with American History, explores the tortured legacy of Hollywood’s first Chinese star against the backdrop of twentieth-century America. It was published by Liveright in 2023 and named one of the Best Books of the Year by the New York Times and a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award.

AC Hotel: Live Music: Sierra Blax
2025-05-23 17:00 | AC Hotel Pasadena, 19 S Madison Ave, Pasadena, 91101, United States
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.

Wolhaus: Crochet Bucket Hat by Sirdar Workshop Session 2
2025-05-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Wollhaus Artisan Yarn & Tools, 696 E. Colorado Blvd. Suite 2, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Learn to crochet a stylish cotton bucket hat! Pattern is 10560 Crochet Bucket Hat by Sirdar.
Prior 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.)
You’ll learn: How to crochet a bucket hat.
We’ll provide: Hands-on instruction over 2 sessions, in a small class setting of 4 students.
Materials List:

10560 Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern. This is a free pattern but you must download your own copy on Ravelry.com.

One to two skeins of Cascade Noble Cotton.

US G/4mm hook (or hook size that meets preferred gauge depending on if you crochet loose or tight).

Small tapestry needle, scissors, and opening stitch markers.

Two-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.)
Teacher: Janna
Covid: For the safety of our teachers and customers, we may require vaccination and masks to attend classes at Wollhaus.
Policy: 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.
