Name: Vroman’s: Local Author Day featuring Rings of Kindness
Start: 2023-09-17T16:00:00-07:00
End: 2023-09-17T16:00:00-07:00
Location: Vroman’s Bookstore

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September 2023
September 13, 2023 @ 7:00 pm In-Person Event

Vroman’s: Tori Elderidge, In Conversation wtih Naomi Hirahara, discusses the Ninja’s Oath

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

International action adventure ensues when Lily Wong--a Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja--travels from Shanghai to Japan to help family friend and former triad enforcer, Lee Chang, locate and rescue his kidnapped twelve-year-old niece while, back home in Los Angeles, her father's health wanes. Their mission is aided and complicated by an enigmatic assassin with a discomforting fascination […]

Free
September 13, 2023 @ 8:00 pm In-Person Event

Ice House Comedy: Comics Rock Convention Showcase

Ice House Comedy Club 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA

Ice House Comedy presents Comics Rock Convention Showcase hosted by Rodney Perry and Mike Bonner. Live in the Legendary Room! 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

$20
September 14, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm In-Person Event

El Portal: 23 Annual Tequila Tasting

El Portal Restaurant 695 East Green Street , Pasadena, CA, United States

This year promises to be a special one as El Portal celebrates 23 years of this fun and fantastic event. Gather in the El Portal courtyard for a grand evening: of Live music, raffles, bocadillos (appetizers), and of course...mucho tequila!

$55 – $60
September 14, 2023 @ 7:00 pm In-Person Event

Vroman’s: James Ellroy Discusses The Enchanters

Vroman's Bookstore

Los Angeles, August 4, 1962. The city broils through a midsummer heat wave. Marilyn Monroe ODs. A B-movie starlet is kidnapped. The overhyped LAPD overreacts. Chief Bill Parker's looking for some getback. The Monroe deal looks like a moneymaker. He calls in Freddy Otash. The freewheeling Freddy O: tainted ex-cop, defrocked private eye, dope fiend, […]

Free
September 15, 2023 @ 6:30 pm In-Person Event

El Portal: Mexican Independence Day

El Portal Restaurant 695 East Green Street , Pasadena, CA, United States

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day at El Portal! This exclusive event will feature a delightful drink menu, including signature “El Alcarde” margaritas, expertly crafted by guest mixologist, Mayor Victor Gordo. The Mayor will lead a special El Grito Ceremony, accompanied by live Mariachi music, and an exciting rendition of the Mexican National Anthem. To secure a […]

Reservation required
September 15, 2023 @ 10:00 pm In-Person Event

Ice House: Viernes Chingon w? Paul Rodriguez

Ice House Comedy Club 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA

Ice House Comedy present Viernes Chingon with Paul Rodriguez featuring Jon Stites, J Valentino, and Sasha Merci. Live in the Legendary Room! 21+ with a 2-item minimum per seat.

$30
September 16, 2023 @ 10:00 am In-Person Event

City of Pasadena Latino Heritage Parade

Pasadena City Hall 100 Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA, United States

Celebrate the 25th Annual Pasadena Latino Heritage Parade and Festival with the City of Pasadena Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department and the Pasadena Latino Heritage Parade and Festival Committee. The parade and festival have showcased Latino history and culture through its mission to promote and provide educational cultural programs to Pasadena residents and surrounding cities. This year’s theme, “Reaching […]

free
September 16, 2023 @ 4:00 pm In-Person Event

Vroman’s: Annual Teacher’s Night Out

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

You are cordially invited to join us for our annual Teacher's Night Out! Join us for an evening that celebrates you – the incredible teachers and librarians of our community! We will have snacks and beverages, plus a bunch of goodies (including books!) to give away. Our knowledgeable staff will be on hand to recommend […]

Free
September 16, 2023 @ 7:30 pm In-Person Event

Ice House: Rudy Moreno

Ice House Comedy Club 24 N Mentor Ave, Pasadena, CA

Ice House Comedy presents Rudy Moreno featuring Joey Medina and Friends. Live in the California Room! 21+ only with a 2-item minimum per seat.

$20
September 17, 2023 @ 11:00 am In-Person Event

Vroman’s: Young Reader’s Edition Featuring Sherly Lam and Brigette Allen

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Sherly Lam presents Echo is Kind Echo is a fun-loving, energetic pup who loves his family, friends and adventures Feel inspired as you join him on his journey to the beach, discovering opportunities to demonstrate kindness through generosity, sharing and caring for others along the way Can you spot his favorite toy on every page? ALL net […]

Free
September 17, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm In-Person Event

Monopole Wine by RX: Hispanic Heritage Wine Festival

Monopole Wine By RX 21 S. El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA, United States

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Latina-Owned Monopole Wine By RX.

$75.00
September 17, 2023 @ 4:00 pm In-Person Event

Vroman’s: Local Author Day featuring Rings of Kindness

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Rings of Kindness is a compilation of 85 true stories of kindness received, written by 80 plus authors, 20 of whom reside in the Los Angeles area. The book was created and edited by Matthew J. Goldberg, an inspirational humorist from the Philadelphia area, and designed to spread optimism, love and kindness via our stories of […]

Free

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September 2023