Vroman's Bookstore: Erica Lee Schlaikjer reads from & signs Sky Luck
2025-11-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
As friends gather to look for shooting stars, one boy discovers how to pay attention to what’s here, not what’s missing. From an Own Voices Award winner comes a magical picture book celebrating abundant thinking.
A dark night. Friends have gathered. One by one they point out flames streaking across the sky. All but one boy. He sees an airplane, the Milky Way, a full moon, but no shooting stars. Frustrated by his bad luck, he gives up and goes inside.
His uncle sees things differently. He asks . . .
What if we open our hearts to all the wonders in the sky? The bright and the quiet, the everyday and the once-in-a-lifetime. What if nature’s gifts are all around, ready for us to recognize them? What if sky luck is infinite, and everywhere, for everyone?
Crisp, evocative text and lush, cinematic illustrations deliver an invitation to be mindful of our planet’s never-ending treasures. A final spread reminds readers of the abundance of celestial surprises all of us are lucky to delight in.

Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Tigest Girma, discusses & signs Eternal Ruin
2025-11-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Like all ruinous things, he came from the abyss.
Kidan Adane has finally embraced her darkness. She’s killed without remorse, lied, and broken Uxlay University’s most sacred law by inviting elusive rogue vampires, the Nefrasi, into Uxlay.
Trapped with a violently unstable vampire, and reeling from her sister’s return, Kidan wields her anger like a weapon. She vows to master her house and protect the sacred artifact hidden inside, even if it means forging an alliance with the depraved leader of the Nefrasi, Samson Sagad–and betraying Susenyos.
A dangerous new philosophical text seems to hold the answers and promises the very thing Kidan has lost: control. Even as the dark pages consume her, Kidan knows no soul at Uxlay is trustworthy–least of all Susenyos. For Kidan and Susenyos, the lines of loathing and attraction may blur, but the quest for power rules them both. And neither is willing to surrender.
As devastating secrets resurface from the past, Kidan and her sister, June, must finally confront each other and take their rightful places in the looming war.

Archetype Yoga: Second Saturday Jazz Night
2025-11-08 19:30 - 22:00 | Archetypa Yoga, 638 e colorado ave, pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Since 2023, Jason Luckett, a local musician, has brought together artists to host a showcase of talent. 2nd Saturday Jazz Night was born as a place for artists to experiment and share their gifts with the local community. Once a month, you’ll enjoy an eclectic mix of musicians and vocal artists to make you smile, sing along, and meet locals.
Join Archetype Yoga & Jason Luckett every Second Saturday of the month from 8:00-10:30pm for a musical showcase with concessions for purchase. A suggested $25 donation is required and directly supports the artists. Beverages and snacks will be available for purchase; all proceeds go back into the production of building space for artists and the community. Seating is first-come, first-served. Doors open at 7:30pm.
Jason Luckett is a musician and has released multiple albums and performed globally. Known primarily as a singer and guitarist, his music effortlessly mixes elements of the classic singer-songwriters with the jazz, soul, and samba he grew up hearing at home. Over the years, Jason has played, recorded or shared the stage with artists ranging from Stevie Wonder, Tracy Chapman, BB King, Jeff Buckley, The Indigo Girls, Melissa Etheridge, Russell Ferrante (Yellowjackets), and members of Bauhaus, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lenny Kravitz’s band, The Count Basie Orchestra, Tears for Fears, Sheryl Crow’s band and others.
Archetype Yoga is a perfect venue to host and bring people together! An airy loft space located in the heart of the Playhouse Village offering daily yoga classes, workshops and retreats. A studio that is focused on building community on and off the mat in addition to supporting local artists.
We look forward to having you join us in our space, meet local artists, and be in the community.
Doors Open at 7:30PM
Archetype Yoga is located on the third floor- if you require assistance, please email hello@archetype.yoga prior to the event to use the service elevator.

Boston Court: MARIOLOGY
2025-11-09 14:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
In a mythical fifth-grade classroom, indoctrination explodes into fantasy and rebellion in Nancy Keystone and Critical Mass Performance Group’s form-busting and exuberantly theatrical West Coast Premiere. Mariology explores the Virgin Mary both as a source of faith and a weapon of control, illuminating Mary’s roles in systems of gender, power, and personal agency.

Vroman's Bookstore: Souvankham Thammavongsa discusses & signs Pick a Color
2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
From Giller Prize and O. Henry Award winner Souvankham Thammavongsa comes a revelatory novel about loneliness, love, labor, and class, an intimate and sharply written book following a nail salon owner as she toils away for the privileged clients who don’t even know her true name.
“I live in a world of Susans. I got name tags for everyone who works at this nail salon, and on every one is printed the name ‘Susan.'”
Ning is a retired boxer, but to the customers who visit her nail salon, she is just another worker named Susan. On this summer’s day, much like any other, the Susans buff and clip and polish and tweeze. They listen and smile and nod. But beneath this superficial veneer, Ning is a woman of rigorous intellect and profound complexity. A woman enthralled by the intricacy and rhythms of her work, but also haunted by memories of paths not taken and opportunities lost. A woman navigating the complex power dynamics among her fellow Susans, whose greatest fears and desires lie just behind the gossip they exchange.
As the day’s work grinds on, the friction between Ning’s two identities–as anonymous manicurist and brilliant observer of her own circumstances–will gather electric and crackling force, and at last demand a reckoning with the way the world of privilege looks at a woman like Ning.
Told over a single day with razor-sharp precision and wit, Pick a Color confirms Souvankham Thammavongsa’s place as literature’s premier chronicler of the immigrant experience, in its myriad, complex, and slyly subversive forms.

Vroman's Bookstore: Amber Smith and Sam Gellar discuss & sign Fade Into You
2025-11-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Bird and Jessa don’t have much in common. Bird is an aspiring poet, still finding herself after a transformative summer away at writing camp. Jessa lives for the discovery of new music, using it to block out the dysfunction waiting for her at home. They would never have crossed paths if it weren’t for one shared problem: Their two best friends have started dating, and the relationship is threatening to ruin their senior year. Tired of coming second to their friends’ romance, the girls come to the only logical conclusion: they have to break their friends up. But the more time Bird and Jessa spend scheming, the more they start to realize they might have more in common than they thought. Set in the late ’90s in a world full of change as much as possibility, Jessa and Bird relearn what it means to love themselves and receive love in return, and to dream for a future they never imagined.
About the Authors:
Amber Smith is the New York Times, USA TODAY, and internationally bestselling author of the young adult novels The Way I Used to Be, The Last to Let Go, Something Like Gravity, and The Way I Am Now. An advocate for increased awareness of gendered violence and LGBTQIA+ equality, she writes in the hope that her books can help foster change and spark dialogue. She lives in Ithaca, New York, with her wife and coauthor, Sam Gellar, and their ever-growing family of rescued dogs and cats. You can find her online at AmberSmithAuthor.com.
Sam Gellar kicked off her writing career with a short chapbook of poetry in third grade. In high school, her play Life Versus the Paperback Romance gained national attention and was subsequently performed Off-Broadway, starring Mary-Louise Parker and Lisa Kron. She earned her MFA in creative writing and has penned numerous short stories and screenplays. Fade into You is her first novel. She feeds her creativity and consummate inner nerd with graphic novels and weekly TTRPG gaming. She resides in Ithaca, New York, with her wife and growing gaggle of rescue fur babies. Visit her at SamGellarWrites.com.

Vroman's Bookstore: Gerald Petievich discusses & signs 13 Hillcrest Drive
2025-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
From the acclaimed author of To Live and Die in L.A…
In the streets of Beverly Hills, secrets are the most valuable currency. Meredith Fox, a once-prominent Hollywood publicity agent, has clawed her way back from the brink of obscurity. Now, she’s poised for a comeback, leveraging the dark secrets of her celebrity clients to put herself back on top. But when a routine money drop goes wrong, Meredith finds herself caught in a deadly web of betrayal.
Detective Michael Casey, navigating the waters of Beverly Hills’ elite, is tasked with unraveling the mystery behind Meredith’s death. With every clue leading to more questions, Casey must confront his own demons while piecing together a puzzle that threatens to expose the darkest secrets of the Los Angeles elite.
13 Hillcrest Drive is a gripping thriller that peels back the layers of Hollywood’s glitz. In a city where image is everything, the truth can be the most dangerous revelation of all.

Vroman's Bookstore: TICKETED - Kate Baer reads from & signs How About Now: Poems
2025-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
The third full length poetry collection from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of What Kind of Woman.
Renowned poet Kate Baer returns with a bold and compassionate collection that confronts the march of time in a shifting world.
With her trademark candor and curiosity, Baer explores what it means to grow older, to release children into the wildness of their own lives, and to reclaim the ever evolving self. Raw, luminous, and urgent, this collection channels Baer’s own journey to middle age into poems that are profoundly intimate yet resound universally, identifying the beauty, resilience, and fragility that arrive in every stage of life.
How About Now is a striking declaration of ongoing transformation and self-discovery. From the poet who has captured the heartbeat of the modern woman, this collection reaffirms Kate Baer’s place among the most vital voices of our era.

Vroman's Bookstore: Harshini Vankineni reads from & signs What Color Is the Baby?: A Celebration of Skin Tones
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A debut author takes a familiar loaded question, steeped in colorism, and turns it into one child’s openhearted celebration of her new baby sister.
When Kundana meets her newborn sister, Kuku, she declares her the prettiest baby in the world. But as grandparents, aunts, and uncles welcome Kuku, all they want to know is what color she is. Is she a marigold like her sister? Or a white jasmine? As the family gazes at Kuku’s brown skin, big sister Kundana wonders why her family would care what color Kuku is–she’s beautiful! Inspired by first-time author Harshini Vankineni’s own experiences with colorism–the practice of treating people differently because of how dark or light their skin is– What Color Is the Baby? is a moving journey of a big sister finding a new and loving way to describe and defend her adored baby sister, while Neha Rawat’s warm illustrations delight with coziness and love of family.

Monopole Wine by RX: 3rd Annual Champagne Extravaganza
2025-11-15 14:00 - 18:00 | Monopole Wine By RX, 21 S. El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Bubbles & Bliss: A Champagne & Sparkling Wine Extravaganza
Monopole Wine by RX invites guests to an afternoon of effervescence and indulgence at Bubbles & Bliss, featuring over 25 bottles of Champagne and sparkling wines from around the world — each paired with elegant, indulgent small bites.
Attendees can explore five tasting stations showcasing Grower Champagnes, Classic Champagne Houses, Domestic Sparklers, Old World Crémants, and Global Favorites such as Cava, Franciacorta, and Pét-Nat.
Each pour is complemented by a decadent bite — from French Cheese & Charcuterie and Fried Chicken to Mini Croissants, Strawberries & Cream, Donuts, and more.
Guests can elevate their experience with the Caviar for Two (or just for you) add-on for $75, featuring a 1 oz tin of Paddlefish caviar served with blinis or gourmet potato chips, crème fraîche, and chives — perfect for sharing or savoring solo.

Vroman's Bookstore: Ry & Skyla Castles discuss & sign I Love Disneyland: 100+ Surprising Facts, Fun Quizzes, Fan-Favorite Trivia, and More about Disneyland!
2025-11-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Whether you’re a die-hard Disney fan or a first-time visitor, this insider guide promises to give you a deeper appreciation for the iconic amusement park.
I Love Disneyland blends fascinating trivia, fun quizzes, and key tips to help visitors of all ages make the most of their Disneyland experience. Going beyond the typical guidebook, this book uncovers must-know details about Disneyland’s history, secrets hidden throughout the park, and strategies for navigating its amazing attractions.
Each chapter is chock full of information regarding Disneyland’s nine themed lands including Main Street U.S.A, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Adventureland and the newest addition, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge which opened in 2019. Chapters highlight key rides and attractions guests won’t want to miss, fascinating trivia, must try restaurants, Park Pointers, shopping destinations, and more! I Love Disneyland is a must read for fans as the iconic park celebrates its 70th Anniversary!
“We wanted to create something that’s not just practical but also endlessly entertaining,” note authors Ry and Skyla Castles. “For anyone who loves Disney, this book is your ultimate companion to rediscover the magic at Disneyland.”
“I Love Disneyland” stands out from other titles as it features:

Trivia You’ll Love: Unearth lesser-known facts about the park’s70 year history and hidden gems.
Interactive Quizzes: Test your knowledge of all things Disneyland!
Park Navigation Tips: Learn insider tricks to avoid lines, save time, and plan your perfect day.

Whether you’re someone who loves amusement parks or a fan of Mickey Mouse, I Love Disneyland offers insight on Walt Disney’s vision to create an immersive entertainment experience for children and adults that would turn 160 acres of orange and walnut trees into the Happiest Place on Earth!
About the Authors:
Ry Castles is a marketing professional and theme park enthusiast from Southern California. He’s been visiting Disneyland since he was a small child and grew up going to Disneyland a few times a year with his family. Together with his partner Skyla, he created Sometimes Castles, an online community that shares knowledge of food, events, and theme parks—especially Disneyland! When they aren’t working on marketing plans, you’ll find them hanging out at Disneyland and California Adventure. From entertainment and special events, to tips and hidden secrets, they can help you feel like a Disney expert too! Learn more on their social media platforms at @SometimesCastles.
Skyla Castles is an influencer marketing specialist and Southern California transplant. In moving to SoCal, she discovered her love for Disney parks and wanted a creative outlet that married both her influencer marketing experience and this newly discovered passion. Together with her partner Ry, she created Sometimes Castles, an online community that shares knowledge of food, events, and theme parks—especially Disneyland!

FUMC: Third@First: Joy of Chamber Music
2025-11-15 16:00 - 17:00 | First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
LA Phil Musicians and Junko Ueno Garrett pursue a French connection with Debussy’s trio, Tansman’s cello quartet, and Faure’s quintet.

Boston Court: Kenton Chen
2025-11-15 20:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
Join award-winning Vocalist and Boston Court favorite Kenton Chen on a musical journey through the decades celebrating American immigrants and their children that forms the soundtrack of our lives.

SCCM: Get to Know Your Neighbors
2025-11-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Southern California Children’s Museum, 459 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA, 91011, United States
The Southern California Children’s Museum invites families to a special morning program running November 17–21 at 10:30 AM. Diane Lang from Eaton Canyon Nature Center will introduce young learners to some of the fascinating animal neighbors that share our environment. Participants will explore where these animals live and discover surprising similarities between humans and wildlife.
This program is free with museum admission and is supported, in part, by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Department of Arts and Culture.

Vroman's Bookstore: Pyet DeSpain, discusses & signs Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Next Level Chef winner Pyet De Spain celebrates her Mexican and Native American heritage in this collection of mouthwatering recipes, a vibrant fusion that ties us to the land and to one another.
Star chef Pyet DeSpain rose to prominence as the first winner of Gordon Ramsey’s Fox television show Next Level Chef. Now, in her debut cookbook, she shares the joy of cooking fueled by her burning passion for Native American and Mexican American cuisine. Rooted in Fire: A Celebration of Native American and Mexican Cooking is a tribute to her dual heritage–a gorgeously crafted celebration of the diversity of food and the stories, traditions, culture, and profound philosophies of Indigenous people that season each meal.
Pyet shows you how to incorporate a delicious range of key ingredients–from venison, dandelion greens, and wild salmon to sunchokes, bison, and native berries–into more than sixty fusion dishes. Family and friends will be excited to gather around the table to enjoy sweet and savory food such as:
Three Sisters SaladBison and Sweet Corn SoupFry BreadMexican Chocolate & Mezcal CakeCorn Silk and Honey TeaWojapi BBQ Sauce
In addition to her inventive and palate pleasing recipes, Pyet invites home cooks to honor the seasons on our beautiful Earth and connect with essential foodways. “This is more than just a cookbook,” Pyet writes. “It’s giving a voice to Indigenous people, while also highlighting the fusion of my two cultures with fire and purpose.”

Vroman's Bookstore: Jerry D. Moore discusses & signs Cat Tales: A History
2025-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Feared, revered, respected, and beloved, cats have left an indelible paw print on the histories and civilizations of humankind. Over the last two million years, cats and people have interacted in diverse and unexpected ways, but the predecessors of today’s furry friends were predators, not pets.
Leading anthropologist Jerry Moore charts the cat’s path from deadly enemy to improbable roommate, making use of the latest archaeological evidence to produce an original and revealing narrative. Starting with the terrifying prehistorical scimitar–tooth cat of the Pliocene age and the lion drawings of the Paleolithic Chauvet caverns, Moore journeys through our complicated history with these charismatic creatures. He travels along the Nile and across the Mediterranean, sailing on to South America, exploring pet cemeteries, cat mummies, and exquisite statuary across continents and centuries.
Illustrated throughout with photographs, artifacts, and artworks, this book surveys our relationships with cats from the Paleolithic period to the present day, unlocking the mysteries of these remarkable creatures. While cats are now beloved members of families around the world, our attempts to bring cats in from the cold have not always had happy endings, as Moore explores through such famous feline fanciers as Joe Exotic, Siegfried Fischbacher, and Roy Horn. From incredible archaeological finds to cave paintings, and from classical statues to contemporary social media, Cat Tales surveys ancient and modern interactions between humans and cats, wild and domestic, to ask a simple question: who domesticated who?

Vroman's Bookstore: Brian Schaefer, in conversation with Marc Malkin, discusses & signs Town & Country
2025-11-20 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A “big-hearted and true” (Andrew Sean Greer, Pulitzer Prize winner) debut novel set in a small rural town amid a congressional race that forces the candidates, their families, and a clique of gay second homeowners to confront lies, betrayals and shifting allegiances.
The trendy rural town of Griffin has become a popular destination for weekenders and the city’s second homeowners, but now a congressional race in this swing district is highlighting tensions between life-long residents and new arrivals. The campaign pits local pub owner and town supervisor Chip Riley against the wealthy young carpetbagger Paul Banks, challenging the social and political loyalties of their families and friends with lasting repercussions.
Diane Riley, Chip’s wife, is a religiously devout real estate agent who feels conflicted about selling second homes–including to Paul and his much older husband, Stan. Their elder son, Joe, is grieving the recent overdose death of his best friend and spiraling into drugs himself, while their younger son, Will, is a newly out college student seduced by the decadent lifestyle of Paul’s circle.
Meanwhile, Stan Banks uses the race to give purpose to the pain of losing a loved one to AIDS, even as he begins to doubt Paul’s readiness for office. And within their growing fraternity of city transplants, Eric Larimer finds unexpected connection with a local farmer that opens his eyes to the region’s complexity as Leon Rogers, still reeling from a divorce, becomes increasingly desperate to infiltrate the Banks’s exclusive crew.
Spanning six months from Memorial Day to Election Day, Town & Country paints a kaleidoscopic portrait of a community in flux. For readers of Fredrick Backman and Jen Beagin, this “powerful and extremely well-written book” (Colum McCann, National Book Award winner) asks the essential and timeless questions: What makes a home, and what do we owe our neighbors?

Boston Court: Just Jazz Foundation Series: Eric Revis
2025-11-20 20:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
One of the most talented and accomplished musicians of his generation, Grammy Award-winning bassist and composer Eric Revis brings his definitive sound to the Boston Court stage for the first time.

Boston Court: Zarah Mahler
2025-11-21 20:00 | Boston Court Pasadena, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, CA, 91206, United States
A captivating blend of soulful vocals, melodies, and lyrics, Zarah’s smoky sound merges elements of indie, pop, rock, and orchestral baroque with a touch of classic soul, creating a rich and textured musical landscape. Each live show is a unique and unforgettable experience.

Vroman's Bookstore: Morgan Stevenson Cooper reads from & signs I Can Make a Movie!
2025-11-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
From self-taught, award-winning director Morgan Stevenson Cooper comes a heartfelt picture book about a girl on a mission to make her first movie–and lift her grandpa’s spirits along the way.
Norah Rose loves movies–action, comedy, drama–you name it! She dreams of becoming a director, but Hollywood feels a long way from home. When her grandpa falls ill, Norah decides to make a movie just for him, because no one loves a good story more than Grandpa. Armed with her mom’s phone, a head full of ideas, and the wide-open backdrop of Kansas City, Norah sets out to write, cast, shoot, and edit her very first film. There’s a lot of work ahead, but Norah’s sure of one thing: her movie is going to shine.
With a spirited how-to approach and lively artwork by Geneva Bowers, Morgan Stevenson Cooper shows young readers how creativity, heart, and a little hustle can turn any dream into a reality.

Vino in the Village
2025-11-22 14:00 - 17:00 | CA
Swirl. Sip. Stroll.
Vino in the Village returns!
Vino in the Village 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 $30 each and include:

Commemorative glass
Wine tastings
Small bites
Special offers

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

Lumee DIY: Pre-Thanksgiving Pop-Up
2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Lumee DIY, 696 E Colorado Blvd Ste 7, Pasadena, CA, United States
Lumee DIY is hosting its very first popup, made extra special as it arrives during the creator’s birthday week and the season of Thanksgiving.🦃 In the spirit of gratitude and community, 25% of all proceeds will be donated to the LA Food Bank to help provide meals for neighbors in need. To thank the community for their support, there will be blind box raffles for two lucky winners. Guests can also enjoy free Vietnamese coffee, available while supplies last.
📍 Lumee (Arcade Lane), Pasadena🗓️ November 23 | 11 AM–1 PM

Vroman's Bookstore: Local Author Day Introducing Pamela Nickel Williams and Donna R. Phillips
2025-11-23 14:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Pamela Nickel Williams presents Clearly Lies Are True
The memoir, Clearly Lies Are True, is a compelling and powerful firsthand narrative account of the childhood and sexual abuse of Pamela Nickel Williams. Written from her perspective as a young child and teenager, and told through vivid, detailed memories and experiences, Pamela’s story captures a unique period of time within the Church of Scientology.
Donna R. Phillips presents Among The Reeds & Other Stories Of The Supernatural
The veil between the living and the dead is gossamer-thin in this haunting collection of supernatural tales, where the familiar becomes strange and the strange, achingly human. From a lakeshore to a basement apartment, each story unveils a hidden world, pulsing just beneath the surface of our own.

Vroman's Bookstore: Andrew Bernstein discusses & signs Mamba & Mambacita Forever
2025-11-24 19:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
A beautiful and moving testament to the enduring life of Kobe Bryant and the Mamba Mentality.
When Kobe and Gianna Bryant died, tragically and unexpectedly, in 2020, the world mourned with a wholehearted ferocity. In perhaps the largest and most intense outpouring of public art the world has ever seen, murals went up on seemingly every available wall in Los Angeles and around the globe. The paintings were both professional and amateur, some public and some private, many of them colossal. All of them expressed love and respect for Kobe and Gianna Bryant as athletes, as a father and daughter, as heroes who will not be forgotten.
In Mamba & Mambacita Forever, Vanessa Bryant brings together the images and stories of more than a hundred murals honoring her husband and daughter. Taken together, what emerges is the story of a man who became even more than he himself could have imagined, an avatar of determination, discipline, and competitiveness. He was also a worldwide icon, one of the greatest athletes of our time, a man committed to his family and to fatherhood. Kobe was a figure of transformation and hope.
Mamba & Mambacita Forever ensures that the legacy of Kobe and Gianna Bryant will live on even after the most monumental murals themselves have all crumbled.

Archetype Yoga: Gratitude Flow
2025-11-26 12:00 - 12:45 | Archetypa Yoga, 638 e colorado ave, pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Archetype Yoga invites the community to unwind and reset at its Pre-Thanksgiving Gratitude Flow. This special class offers a grounding pause before the holiday rush, creating space to breathe, move with intention, and reflect on the people and moments that matter most.
To celebrate the season of gratitude, guests will enjoy 15% off the boutique and all class packs through the Pre-Thanksgiving weekend. It’s the perfect time to stock up on essentials or gift movement to someone you love.
Archetype Yoga’s new A Journey in Motion Gift Cards are now available both in-studio and online. With every purchase of $100 or more, guests receive one free class—a little extra movement to keep for themselves or share with someone they’re grateful for.
Step into the holiday with presence, ease, and a heart full of thanks at Archetype Yoga’s Gratitude Flow

The Mixx Pasadena: Black Celebration
2025-11-28 20:00 | The Mixx, 443 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
The Mixx Pasadena presents The Ultimate Black Friday Deal with no cover for its 4th Annual Black Celebration. This Black Friday, guests can experience a live tribute to Depeche Mode by Sweetest Perfection, featuring Brian Soto, along with drink and dinner specials throughout the night. DJ Jack Tames keeps the energy high with Depeche Mode, Synth Pop, and New Wave favorites, plus live music video mixes on the largest LED wall in town.

Vroman's Bookstore: Shop Local with Richard Scarry: A Special Story Time Reading in Celebration of Small Business Saturday
2025-11-29 11:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
“All the Busytown workers have worked hard to help their families and friends. I think it is about time to have a party to celebrate. Don’t you?” — Richard Scarry, What People Do All Day
Join the Vroman’s Children’s Department on November 29th at 11am for a special Small Business Saturday celebration, inspired by Richard Scarry and the Busytown books! There will be music with Ms. Marie and stories with Mr. Steve, along with activities, giveaways, and more!

Vroman’s Type-In Returns! A Holiday Celebration of Typewriters & Typewriting!
2025-11-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
An afternoon of celebrating manual typewriters awaits. A Type-in is a community-based, family-friendly gathering where typewriter enthusiasts share their love for the analog art of putting ink to paper with mechanical marvels of the late 19th and 20th centuries. Visitors can enjoy demonstrations and experience the satisfying click and clack, no plug-ins needed.

Vroman's Bookstore: An Artisan’s Holiday Market on the Vroman’s Paseo (Weather Permitting)
2025-11-30 11:00 - 16:00 | Vroman’s Bookstore, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Join Vroman’s Bookstore for a special holiday market outside on the Vroman’s Paseo. We have a confirmed list of local crafters and artisans all set to join us for this day in celebration of Artists Sunday, supporting local artists nationwide.

Vroman's Bookstore: Holiday Music @ Vroman’s with Café Luar!
2025-11-30 13:00 | Vroman’s Stage, 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91101, Select a Country:
Vroman’s Bookstore is celebrating the holidays with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM). Café Luar, a folk music trio, will perform as part of this partnership with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music.
