You might know Mr. Steve as your favorite storytime host... But did you know he also works with comic books? Join Mr. Steve and the Kids Department for a comic book workshop on Tuesday, April 7th at 11am. Previous artistic skill is not required—just bring your craziest ideas and Mr. Steve will help you bring […]
A moving and provocative exploration of male friendship and loneliness, from New York Times bestselling author, filmmaker, and actor Andrew McCarthy as he crisscrosses the country to reconnect with his friends. "You don't really have any friends, do you, Dad?" A seemingly innocuous, if direct, question from Andrew McCarthy's son left him reeling. McCarthy did […]
This is Running is a celebration of the world of running, exploring everything you'd need to know about the sport and the rich culture that surrounds it. Running is huge with an estimated 621 million runners worldwide, but behind that statistic is a world that is as diverse as the people who engage in it. […]
Vroman’s Children’s Department invites young artists to a watercolor workshop on Thursday, April 9 at 11am, led by Vroman’s resident artist, Trinity. Materials will be provided. Trinity has worked as an educator, bookseller, and book illustrator, and now works as a freelance art instructor. Her contact information and more of her work can be found […]
Southern California Children’s Museum invites families this April to You’ve Got This: Navigating Starting School, a three-part parent learning series presented in partnership with Pasadena Education Network and author and parent coach Gia Gambaro Blount. Held on Thursday evenings, the series offers practical guidance and a supportive space for families to ask questions, connect, and […]
Terry is a talented kid with big dreams and a whole lot of hats. On the football field, he’s a star, and when he takes off his helmet, he puts on his other hats: in his beret he becomes an artist, in his chef’s hat he cooks, and in his sparkly top hat, he’s a […]
A struggling Hollywood actor falls into a life of crime in this highly anticipated second novel from Hollywood Hustle author and four-time Emmy Award nominee Jon Lindstrom. Twenty years ago, Jake Ferguson threw his life away. Once a promising Hollywood actor, he crashed and burned the usual way: with coke, booze, and pills. When that […]
A bold, autobiographical graphic novel chronicling one girl's quest to uncover her family's history during the Armenian genocide. Nadine loves stories and her mother loves to tell them--all but one. Nadine would give anything to learn about her family's history in Armenia and Turkey--where they came from and how they came to America--but it is […]
The Pasadena Playhouse Gala returns for another year of fundraising, drinks, and live theatre. To reserve a spot or make a donation, please contact Katelin Urgo at kurgo@pasadenaplayhouse.org or 626.704.1030.
Drummer, composer, and Hancock Institute alum Anthony Fung brings his boundary-pushing quartet to Boston Court Pasadena for an evening of dynamic, deeply expressive jazz. A rising voice on the international scene, Fung has performed alongside legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and Chris Potter, and has collaborated with artists such as Danilo Pérez and Cyrille […]
Adapted from Alma Flor Ada’s cherished folktale set in Mexico, this vibrant, bilingual story follows a small but fearless lizard on a quest to bring back the missing sun. With live music, bold visuals, and a heartwarming message about perseverance and community, The Lizard & El Sol is a joyful first theater experience for young […]
Father-daughter film critics and podcast hosts Leonard Maltin and Jessie Maltin team with Turner Classic Movies for the essential guide to 25 family-friendly classic films, paired with delicious and simple recipes to make movie-watching a next-level experience for all ages. Family Movie Night Menus is the ultimate guide to family-friendly classic movie viewing. In this volume, […]
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