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SUMMER GUIDE 2016 PASADENA WEEKLY
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7 CAMP PASADENA
TODAY’S PARENTS HAVE A WIDE SELECTION OF SUMMER CAMPS FOR THEIR
CHILDREN TO ATTEND
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN
13 WONDERFUL
WILDERNESS WEBSITES
THE INTERNET OFFERS ALL THE INFO YOU NEED FOR A GREAT HIKING EXPERIENCE
BY CARL KOZLOWSKI
21 MUSIC CITY, USA
PASADENA GIVES NASHVILLE A RUN FOR ITS MONEY WITH THIS SUMMER’S
MANY DIVERSE SHOWS
BY CARL KOZLOWSKI
29 HOME VACATION
GREATER PASADENA RESIDENTS DON’T HAVE FAR TO TRAVEL FOR A FUN
SUMMER GETAWAY
BY REBECCA KUZINS
37 THE GOOD WORD
LOCAL PUBLISHERS PRESENT A COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL WORKS IN TIME
FOR SUMMER
BY REBECCA KUZINS
41 A STYLE ALL ITS OWN
PASADENA SHOPS AND BOUTIQUES SHOWCASE THE LATEST SUMMER FASHIONS
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN
47 SWEET SUMMER SOUNDS
MUSIC WILL FILL THE AIR IN PASADENA THIS SUMMER
BY JOHN SOLLENBERGER
ON THE COVER: COVER PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY STEPHANIE TORRES
EDITOR Kevin Uhrich
DEPUTY EDITOR André Coleman
ART DIRECTOR Carla Cortez
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CAMP
PASADENA
TODAY’S PARENTS HAVE A WIDE SELECTION OF SUMMER
CAMPS FOR THEIR CHILDREN TO ATTEND
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN
T he origins of camping can be traced to a seminal
event that took place in 1861, in Washington, Connecticut.
Frederick Gunnery and his wife Abigail
took the boys they’d been housing at their home-school
on a two-week trip. The Gunnery’s and their charges
hiked up to their designated spot and made camp and
spent time at the idyllic location fishing, trapping and
boating. The trip was a rousing success and thus marked
the start of what today is considered the first known
example of organized camping.
Today, camping has made leaps and bounds in
terms of the myriad choices available — from sports,
performing-arts and computer camps to science and
nature camps, language immersion, as well as camps for
those with physical or mental challenges. The options are
plentiful and diverse.
ANDERSON ADVENTURE CAMP H2O
Rose Bowl Aquatics
360 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena
(626) 564-0330 | rosebowlaquatics.org/summer_
camp
Celebrating their 21st summer, this camp is the perfect
summer destination for land-locked water lovers. Swim
lessons, water play and water safety classes are available
for students of all ability levels and include water polo,
diving lessons, arts and crafts and both free and structured
water play.
CITY OF PASADENA
cityofpasadena.net
The brilliance of Pasadena’s many summer camps is
that they serve the diverse tastes of families in the San
Gabriel Valley with a wide variety of themed and general
summer camps offered at select neighborhood parks at
affordable prices.
Summer fun for everyone abounds at the city’s engaging
camps, such as the Arroyo Seco Adventure Camp,
Allendale lend
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Park Camp, Victory Park Camp, Villa-Parke En-
richment Camp, Summer Teen Camp, Tiny Tots
(Mommy
& Me) Camp, Robinson Park Urban Adventure Camp and
Neighborhood Park Camp, among others.
FORE KIDS GOLF ACADEMY
1133 Rosemont Ave., Pasadena
(818) 659-6949 | 4kidsgolf.com
Designed for youngsters’ ages 6-15, Fore
Kids Gold Academy is perfect for beginner
golfers or students who want to maintain
their golf skills during the summer
break. Costs include 15 hours
of instruction, green fees, an
Academy shirt, unlimited practice
range balls, golf clubs and, of course,
top-notch instruction by talented duffers.
ID TECH CAMPS
California Institute of Technology
(Caltech)
1200 E. California Blvd., Pasadena
(888) 709-8324 | idtech.com
According to their website, iD Tech
Camp “isn’t just camp. It’s a
portal to a fulfilling future, in
college and beyond.” Truer
words were never written.
Technology and the latest
discoveries in digital media come
together at iD Tech Camp. Small classes with
a student-teacher ratio of 8:1 make learning
complex themes less intimidating, while courses
in web and app design, programming, game
design, robotics engineering and a host of other
fascinating technological breakthroughs keep
young minds busy and creative.
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KIDSPACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
480 N. Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena
(626) 449-9144 | kidspacemuseum.org
The popular museum’s recently unveiled Arroyo Adventure features
eight new interactive exhibits that encourage children to connect
with nature and explore things such as the interaction between
rocks and water, mud and sticks, and trees and native plants.
Programming has been developed to connect children to nature
and encourage them to explore, discover and create. “Outdoor
play encompasses everything,” said Peter Crabbe, Kidspace chief
program officer. “All of the exhibits integrate beautifully to meet et
the needs of younger and older children regardless of their learning
style or interests.”
KIDS KLUB PASADENA
380 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadenaa
(626) 795-2501 | kidsklubcdc.com
The reviews are in for this remarkable place — and they are stellar.
Beloved as much for their scheduling flexibility as for their commitment
to education, this child-development center has a remarkable able
summer program located at the Westridge School for students from
first to ninth grade and an academic enrichment summer program ram
at their South Pasadena facility. They also provide half-day schedules
and boast programs such as an afterschool camp for those
attending summer school, a Spanish immersion program, as well as
math enrichment.
PANTO CAMP AT THE PASADENA PLAYHOUSE
39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena
(626) 737-2867 | pasadenaplayhouse.org/pantocamp
PantoCamp@pasadenaplayhouse.org
Sheldon Epps and his brilliant team at the Pasadena Playhouse have
done it again. Their Panto Camp offers a unique and inspiring portunity to 8-13 year olds interested in the performing arts. Hosted
by noted actors of stage and screen, this camp is perfect for beginners
and advanced performers alike. Students will enjoy the singing,
dance and improv classes, headshot photo shoot and their own shot
op-
at making a grand entrance with the camp’s own red carpet runway.
STEVE AND KATE’S CAMP – PASADENA
Sequoyah School
535 S. Pasadena Ave., Pasadena
(323) 244-2531 | steveandkatescamp.comcom
Using the philosophy of “camper immersion,” youngsters at Steve
and Kate’s Camp will enjoy a variety of experiences to last a lifetime.
The beauty of this camp is its full-tilt approach to providing a
well-rounded program that includes free-choice and self-directed
activities, as well as team-building and self-confidence-building activities.
The camp also offers a “Filmmaker-in-Residence” program,
as well as mentoring, stadium sports, special shows and much more
to keep young impressionable minds busy.
SUMMERKIDS
3697 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Altadena
(626) 577-9979 (Sept.-May)
(626) 398-1426 (at camp, June-August) | summerkids.net
Located on 57 acres at the base of the Angeles National Forest in Altadena,
Summerkids has been lovingly owned and operated by the
Di Massa family, whose motto and claim to fame is being the only
summer camp “where the #1 rule is to Have Fun.” The Summerkids
program is designed for K-sixth-grade students, while Summer
Challenge is geared toward the junior high set, and the SK-PreK’
program caters to children ages 3 and 4.
TOM SAWYER CAMP
707 W. Woodbury Road, No. F, Altadena
(626) 794-1156 | tomsawyercamps.com
Founded in 1926 and located in Hahamonga Watershed Park —
above Devil’s Gate Dam in the Arroyo Seco — the Tom Sawyer
Camp is a local favorite and offers a bounty of choices for outdoor
lovers, such as horseback riding, archery, rope and rock-climbing,
nature treks and pool time. Tom Sawyer Camp is the perfect camp
for building confidence and celebrating personal empowerment in
an outdoorsy, fun-filled environment.
According to the American Camping Association’s website
(acacamps.org), choosing an accredited camp assures that the
facility has undergone “a thorough (up to 300 standards) review of
its operation — from staff qualifications and training to emergency
management.” A bit of research and due diligence, as well as an
awareness of your child’s strengths, challenges and preferences
will ensure that your youngster has a happy and safe summer
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— DIRECTORY OF OPTIONS —
626 NIGHT MARKET
626 Night Market is back for its fi fth season! Celebrate fi ve years of foodie paradise, fun-tophotograph
potato swirls, savory meat skewers, glowing mason jars, and a never-ending love/
hate relationship with stinky tofu. Voted Best Cultural Festival by Pasadena Weekly readers, 626
Night Market is the original and largest night market in the country featuring hundreds of new
and returning local chefs with delectable dishes, artists, entrepreneurs, games, and live music
performances at each event. This summer, 626 Night Market expands to 4 weekends at Santa
Anita Park in Arcadia. Admission is still only $3, free for kids ages 6 and under, and parking is free.
Save the dates: July 2–4 (July 4th Weekend), July 22–24, August 5–7, and September 2–4 (Labor
Day Weekend).
626nightmarket.com
A NOISE WITHIN
Summer with Shakespeare @ A Noise Within
June 13th – July 15th, 2016 // For kids 6-17 // www.anoisewithin.org
This summer, stay active and learn new skills while having fun at one of the country’s most
respected repertory theatres! SUMMER WITH SHAKESPEARE gives campers the opportunity to
work with professional artists and technicians to gain an appreciation of Shakespeare’s verse, as
well as a unique exposure to a variety of classic plays. Designed to challenge young artists to be
scholars and performers of The Bard, this program enhances acting and public speaking skills,
builds self-confi dence, and offers invaluable experience in the crafts of the theatre. Students
will focus on: Acting, Stage Combat, Mask Work, Voice, Movement, and Stagecraft and Design.
Limited spaces available – book early!
For more information, email education@anoisewithin.org or call (626) 356-3104
A PLUS ADVENTIST CHILDREN’S CENTER
(Founded in 1981) is a year-round, non-profi t preschool committed to providing a safe, secure
loving environment where children ages 18-months through 5 years of age can learn and explore
and we have summer camp for ages 5-9 years old. We believe that a lower student to teacher ratio
provides a better education by allowing more individual attention. As a church-based Christian
school, A Plus stresses intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual development. We offer a fun,
stimulating environment where children learn through play and hands-on experience. The mission
of A Plus Adventist Children’s Center is to serve the Glendale Community by providing a loving
Christian atmosphere where our children can be nurtured as they grow.
234 N. Isabel Street, Glendale – (818) 241-9353 – www.aplusadventist.com
ABILITY FIRST CAMP PAIVIKA
“Ability First Camp Paivika is a fully-accessible overnight summer camp for both children and
adults with disabilities. Camp Paivika offers campers fun recreational activities such as horseback
riding, swimming, adaptive sports, campfi res and cookouts, arts and crafts, performing arts and
other enjoyable, enriched activities. With a sense of freedom inspired by time spent outdoors in
natural surroundings, campers build lasting social connections and independence. Our programs
offer fun, enriching opportunities for our participants while providing peace of mind for caregivers
who trust that their loved one is in a safe, educational and rewarding environment while at the
same time giving the caregiver an opportunity to rejuvenate and recharge. Visit CampPaivika.org
or AbilityFirst.org to learn more about camp and register today!”
camppaivika@abilityfi rst.org - (909) 338-1102 - 600 Playground Dr. Crestline, CA 92325
ACT OUT WITH ALEX
Act Out with Alex is a teen performing arts training program for students ages 12-17 interested
in all aspects of theater including dance, voice, drama, and playwriting. The fi ve-week immersive,
hands-on, mentor-driven intensive takes place at Glendale’s historic Alex Theatre between
June 20 and July 22, 2016. Participants will be led by award-winning playwright and Artistic
Director Jennifer Berry and a professional artistic staff. The program also includes weekly
Master Classes with industry professionals and will culminate in an ensemble performance of an
original musical production on stage at the Alex. Act Out with Alex is a program of Glendale Arts’
GAEdu division.
For more information, visit AlexTheatre.org/ActOut or email ActOut@AlexTheatre.org.
ALL SAINTS CHURCH
All Saints’ mission is to make God’s love tangible through spirituality, community and peace
and justice. Those who experience All Saints Church fi nd parishioners joyfully and energetically
challenging one another and the church at large to live into Jesus’ central message of compassion
for all and to respect the dignity of every human being. Whoever you are, and wherever you fi nd
yourself on your journey of faith, there is a place there for you. Join us!
All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid Ave., Pasadena. Visit allsaints-pas.org or call (626) 796-1172.
ALTADENA CHILDREN’S CENTER
At ACC, the families of the children in our programs who range in age from 2 months to prekindergarten
fi nd programs that meet the needs of the whole child within a developmentally appropriate
framework. Our family-centered approach helps to nurture healthy partnerships between teachers
and parents as we all work together to support the children. We are eager to help families from
diverse backgrounds to discover that ACC is the best place for their child’s early education. Join us
for our summer programs which combine fun and learning and nature!
Contact Director Toni Boucher at (626) 797-6142 or visit accc-kids.org.
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ALTADENA LIBRARY
The Altadena Library is dedicated to providing free and equal access to information, ideas,
technology, and the joy of reading to educate and empower our diverse community. We have a
large collection of books, music, DVD’s, CD’s, and magazines for all ages. We also have Summer
reading programs (Adult, Family, Teen & Children), Teen DIY/Technology seminars and workshops
and Community events.
Main Library 600 E. Mariposa Street, Altadena, Hours: Mon-Tues 10AM-9PM, Wed-Sat 10AM-
6PM, Bob Lucas Branch Library and Literacy Center 2659 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena Mon-Tues
10AM-6PM, Wed-Thurs 10AM-8PM, Fri 10AM-6PM
ALVERNO HIGH SCHOOL
The Summer Academic Conservatory for Middle School Girls at Alverno High School provides girls in
6th-8th grades the opportunity to build healthy friendships with other girls and academically prepare
for high school! Through math, English, leadership, culinary arts, drama and more the young women
who attend the Conservatory will have the opportunity to grow and develop and learn more about
Alverno’s mission of empowering each young woman to be exactly the person she wants to be.
Alverno High School - 200 N. Michillinda Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 - (626) 355-3463 -
www.alverno-hs.org
ARC - ARCADIA ROCK CLIMBING
Experience the outdoors….inside!!! ARC is one of the largest indoor bouldering gyms in the
United States! We offer All-level personal instruction as well as Summer Camps, Private Parties,
Team Builders, Scouts, Day Passes and Annual Memberships.
Call for information and reservations (626) 294-9111, 305 N. Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA
91006 arcadiarockclimbing.com
ARROYO PACIFIC ACADEMY
APA offers high school course Credit Recovery, AP course preparation, and College Readiness
(SAT, College Essay, and College Choice). Middle school students may join our Drama Discovery
Theater Camp, Media Blitz Program, Music Production Series, High School & College Readiness
Series (Math, English, Organizational & Study Skills), Advanced Preparation for AP Courses,
Credit Recovery and the Soccer Starz Sports Camp. June 15th-July 20th. Camps vary in price.
41 W. Santa Clara Street, Arcadia, CA 91001 (626) 294-0661 admissions@arroyopacifi c.org
arroyopacifi c.org
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Distinguished by our next generation technology, robust academics, championship athletics,
Spanish program and strong sense of community, Assumption is a TK – 8 Catholic school rooted
in the message and mission of a faith based education. This past fall, Assumption launched its
transitional kindergarten class for our young 4 year old students! High expectations, coupled with
skilled, differentiated instruction across the grade levels, are provided by our teachers, many of
whom have advanced degrees. Students are nurtured to be confi dent, compassionate and well
balanced individuals who are sought after, and accepted to our area’s fi nest high schools. We are
committed to being fi nancially accessible and academically exceptional.
Visit our website: www.ABVM-school.org or call (626) 793-2089. Come be part of a vibrant,
innovative learning community.
BARNHART SCHOOL
With summer quickly approaching, Barnhart School provides the perfect solution to your search
for a summer program for your children. Designed and implemented by a team of dedicated
specialists and educators, Barnhart offers a wide range of stimulating and engaging options at a
competitive price. LEGO Robotics, Summer Chorus, Chemistry, Spanish and Volleyball Camp are
only a few of the many exciting courses being offered to cater to children with a variety of interests
and pursuits. Camp runs from June 13th to June 17th from 8:00AM to 4:30PM with a second and
third round from August 1st to August 12th. Academic enrichment courses take place between
June 20th to July 8th and July 11th to July 29th.
Visit our website: www.ABVM-school.org or call (626) 793-2089. Come be part of a vibrant,
innovative learning community.
CAL STATE LA SUMMER SESSION
Make the most of your summer. Enroll in Cal State LA’s Summer Session and receive transferable
college credit in only 6 weeks. Choose from over 400 courses in a variety of subjects including
business, art, science, math and more. Jump start your college education, make progress toward
your degree, fulfill pre-requisite or general education requirements, or get ahead by enrolling in
high-demand courses.
Registration begins May 16, 2016. To learn more about or view class offerings visit: www.
calstatela.edu/summer.
CAMP FOX - EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF CAMP FOX - CATALINA ISLAND
Since 1926 the Glendale YMCA has conducted youth camps at Camp Fox. Campers enjoy a
multitude of activities: stand-up paddle boarding, Kayaking, Ocean Swimming, Fishing, Hiking,
Snorkeling (use of mask- fi n-snorkel –wetsuit provided), Volleyball, Soccer, Archery, Climbing
Walls, Ropes Course, Aquariums, nightly Campfi res with songs-skits plus special activities during
each week. DON’T MISS OUT on the greatest week away from texting and social media, A life
enriching adventure with friends and new friends - EXPERIENCE FOX.
glenymca.org (818) 696-2581
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Wonderful
Wilderness
Websites
THE INTERNET OFFERS ALL THE INFO YOU NEED FOR A
GREAT HIKING EXPERIENCE
BY CARL KOZLOWSKI
OWSK
T HE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY IS A GREAT PLACE FOR OUTDOORS
SUMMER FUN. THAT’S BECAUSE AMONG ITS KEY ATTRACTIONS
ARE THE SEEMINGLY ENDLESS ARRAY OF TRAILS TO BE FOUND
IN THE MOUNTAINS AND CANYONS OF THE SAN GABRIEL
MOUNTAINS AND THE ADJOINING ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST.
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Thankfully, ly there’s e’
an ample array of websites ready to provide
information on the best trails — and ones to avoid — for both experienced
hikers and those who are so clueless they’re likely to get lost or
hurt on their first try.
After all, you’ll want to make sure your time spent in the great
outdoors is fun, not traumatic, so make sure you follow any rules
posted, especially concerning trails that are closed for safety reasons.
Bring plenty of sunscreen and water, comfortable shoes, and if
at all possible at least one friend in case anything goes wrong.
For those who want to find the best that the San Gabriel Mountains
have to offer, visit hikespeak.com/los-angeles/san-gabrielmountains.
Offering a mix of how to find waterfalls to the best
mountain views and amazing vistas of the cities far below, the site is
a great one-stop guide to a summer filled with discovery and healthy
exercise.
Aside from the numerous 30- to 50-foot waterfalls in the area and
plenty of lush greenery, the right trails will also enable you to find
intriguing ruins. For instance, the Sam Merrill Trail runs nearly six
miles near Altadena. Starting at the top of Lake Avenue, the walk
features a river and ruins from an old hotel, as well as remnants of
the Lowe Railroad, which ran through the mountains at around the
turn of the last century. The Merrill Trail is also known for some of
the most panoramic views of Los Angeles.
Meanwhile, modernhiker.com/area-maps/angeles-national-forest
offers a thorough overview of the trails to be found in the Angeles
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National Forest, which was the first official national forest in California.
Visitors can enjoy more than 655,000 acres of virtually pristine
outdoor space there, just outside of the LA city limits, with roaring
rivers, the remnants of resorts from more than a century ago, and
pine-filled canyons stretching all the way to the top of Mount Baldy
at more than 10,000 feet.
The site offers color-coded pins to point out where the trails with
different difficulty levels are, and also has a handy chart breaking
down the distances of the different trails next to their difficulty ratings.
In addition, there are hiking write-ups by people who have actually
used the trails recently. And when you realize that the forest’s
portion of Highway 2 goes all the way to Palmdale, you’ll be amazed
by the wealth of available options for outdoor fun. Best of all, this
site provides distance, elevation gain, and difficulty ratings.
The site discoversgv.com/hiking-the-san-gabriel-mountains offers
a wealth of quick and handy descriptions of what numerous trails
have to offer. If you want to experience numerous local plants along
with views of Placerita Canyon, then take Ecology Trail. Or if you
want to see a double waterfall, you can take the Rubio Canyon Trail.
Meanwhile, if you are looking for a great place to camp out
without taking a trip far out of town, Hoagees Camp is located along
Lower Winter Creek Trail through a picturesque wooded canyon to
a backcountry campground with 14 sites that are first come, first
serve. Another option is hiking above Sturtevant Falls to a backcountry
campground with seven sites that are also first come, first serve,
at Spruce Grove Camp.
It also turns out there’s more than one “Bridge to Nowhere” in
America, as a hike named just that requires those who traverse it
to cross several rivers in the San Gabriels to reach an out-of-place
bridge with an intriguing history.
Read carefully and choose wisely among your many hiking
options and you’ll be making plenty of your own historic memories
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CAMP SHI’INI
Camp Shi’ini - Established in 1947, Camp Shi’ini is a 5-week Native American Indian themed daycamp
in Pasadena. Camp Shi’ini offers door-to-door pick-ups and drop-offs in brand new vans to
campers who live in the greater Pasadena area. Activities include: archery, canoeing, horseback riding,
swimming, arts and crafts, hiking, bear hunting, beach trips, and an extraordinary month-long
treasure hunt extravaganza – making it the most one-of-a-kind summer camp in all of Pasadena!
The session lasts 5 weeks, from June 20th through July 22nd Camp Shi’ini is extremely proud of
its 6:1 camper-to-counselor-ratio, and extended care options are available for free! At Camp Shi’ini,
you will fi nd adventure ... or adventure will fi nd you!
1768 East Washington Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91104 - (626) 922-0945 -www.campshi-ini.com
CENTER FOR THE ARTS EAGLE ROCK
SUMMER ARTS CAMP
Center for the Arts Eagle Rock is delighted to welcome children ages 6-12 to our summer arts camp
to discover their creativity and explore visual art, performance, sculpture, writing and more. We
offer unique camp projects taught by contemporary artists in weekly camp sessions from June 13 -
August 12, 2016. See you this summer!
www.cfaer.org
CHAMPIONS KARATE
Champions Karate has been serving the community for 25 years. We offer classes for all ages and
feature a Black Belt staff with at least 2 instructors at all times. Our curriculum is age appropriate
and teaches practical self-defense skills in a fun, family oriented environment. Our children’s
classes focus on character development that builds confi dence, self-esteem, awareness, focus,
discipline, and respect. We also work with parents and teachers to help improve grades at school
and focus at home. Parents are also encouraged to train with their children. Our adult classes focus
on the philosophy and proper use of the techniques taught in Hapkido. If you are interested in a
great workout, we offer a fi tness class that will get you sweating and having fun.
947B W. Duarte Rd., Monrovia (626) 821-0024
CHANDLER SCHOOL
Summer@Chandler offers children ages 5 through 14 a balanced variety of educational, recreational
and social activities, providing them with an enriching and memorable summer experience.Camp offers
half-day, full-day and weekly and extended care enrollment options. Each one-week Camp session
has its own activity-based theme, with activities including crafts, sports, outdoor play and fi eld trips.
Enrichment Classes are taught by Chandler faculty members and feature courses where students can
spend fi ve weeks to sharpen academic skills or explore new extra curricular frontiers in Math, Science,
Social Studies, Language Arts and more! Blend adventure with education to create a customized summer
adventure for your children. During Summer@Chandler, students are nurtured, engaged and safe.
For more information, visit chandlerschool.org or call (626) 795 - 9310.
CHILD EDUCATIONAL CENTER
The Child Educational Center’s nine-week Exploration Day Camp offers themed activities, arts and
crafts, science, and sports for children entering grades one through six. Each week includes at least
one fi eld trip and a visit from a special guest. Specialty camps include Descanso Discoveries, Horse
Camp, and before- and after-summer school care for children enrolled in Assistance League of Flintridge
or Pasadena Educational Foundation. Extended Summer Fun accommodates various school
start dates and is for children entering Kindergarten through grade 7. Children have the opportunity
to swim at the Caltech pool, play outdoors with friends, and participate in indoor activities and
clubs. Full- and part-time camp schedules run from June 6 through September 2. The full Summer
Exploration Camps brochure, schedules, online enrollment, and payment options are available at
ceconline.org/programs/summercamp.
For questions, please call the School-Age offi ce at (818) 354-3418.
CLAIRBOURN SCHOOL
Clairbourn’s Summer Advantage Program
Now enrolling preschoolers through sixth-graders for summer learning! The morning Preschool
and the half-day or full-day Kindergarten Programs are designed to help young people be confi dent,
successful learners. The 1st-6th Grade Advantage Program also offers 40 academic, developmental,
and creative workshops between 9:00-3:00. Give your child an advantage today! Program runs
from June 20 to July 15. Register by May 15, 2016
8400 Huntington Drive, San Gabriel (626) 286-3108 www.clairbourn.org/summer
COLEMAN CHAMBER
The Coleman Chamber Music Association presents “Sundays with Coleman- A Musical Journey”.
The concert series founded by Alice Coleman in 1904 and presented by the Coleman Chamber Music
Association, celebrates its 113th season in 2016-2017. This season’s musical itinerary includes
performances by Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, Pavel Haas Quartet and
the Imani Winds with Fabio Bidini, piano. All Coleman concerts are presented Sunday afternoons at
3:30 pm in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium.
For tickets and information, please call (626) 793-4191 or e-mail krfccma@aol.com
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL SPACE CENTER
The Columbia Memorial Space Center brings the wonder and excitement of science and innovation
to visitors of all ages. It is a hands-on space museum and activity center that strives to be the
most accessible science-based experience in the Los Angeles area. While acknowledging the rich
aerospace history of Southern California, the Space Center focuses on the future, working to be the
hub of innovative science learning throughout the region by reaching out to all of its communities
with activities focused on critical thinking, creativity, technology and science.
12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242 (562) 231-1200 www.columbiaspacescience.org
THE COUNTER BURGER
We want to challenge the way people think about burgers. We’re about creative construction. We
think life is about experiences. Trying Stuff. Learning. Stretching. Being Inventive. So we’ve
searched for ingredients, chosen meats, created sauces, baked buns, melted cheeses and crafted
shakes that shout fl avor. Take them and create something special.
140 Shoppers Lane, Pasadena (626) 440-1008 thecounterburger.com
CRESTVIEW SUMMER ACADEMY
Crestview Summer Academy, offered by Parker-Anderson Enrichment, welcomes students entering
grades K-6. For six weeks of summer, we provide activities that enthuse, educate, and excite! We
offer fl exible schedules to allow students to take advantage of a wide variety of offerings which can
fi t into their unique summer schedule. Crestview Preparatory School,
140 Foothill Blvd, La Canada - www.parker-anderson.org - (818) 650-8676
THECROSSBOWSTORE.COM
TheCrossbowstore.com -Woods Archery Range started with a passion for the hunting and archery
industries. In our 3,000 sq. ft. retail shop and archery range we provide a full-line of outdoor
sporting goods and products; with our focus on hunting and target archery. This selection includes
recurve and compound crossbows, traditional and compound bows, and takedown bows. We have
a great understanding of what avid hunters and competitors need and we can provide everything
for you to be fi eld ready. Our professional team at TheCrossbowstore.com -Woods Archery Range
is dedicated to ensuring that you are better prepared than the rest. Our goal is to make sure our
customers get the highest quality products at the most competitive price. Come down to our shop
and see what we are all about. Looking forward to meeting everyone.
434 Santa Anita Ave, So. El Monte, CA 91733 (626) 582-8898 www.thecrossbowstore.com
DESTINATION SCIENCE - La Cañada, Pasadena, San Marino
The Fun Science Day Camp where curious kids ages 5-11 get to have “Aha!” moments of creativity
and discovery while building and playing with unique take-home toys, astonishing gadgets, and fantastic
gizmos. Our top notch, enthusiastic educators and leaders make STEM learning an adventure!
Themes include: Roller Coasters, Robot Challenges, Space Quest & Super Hero Physics!
(888) 909-2822 www.DestinationScience.org
DON BOSCO TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
SUMMER PROGRAMS AND SPORTS CAMPS AT BOSCO TECH
Bosco Tech will provide summer programs and sports camps for students in grades 6-8. The
summer program includes introduction to algebra, art, robotics, and more. The Sports Camps
are offered for the following sports: baseball, basketball, cross-country, cheer, football, and
soccer.
We also offer summer school enrichment and recovery courses for students currently in grades
9-12. Classes are available in multiple subjects to receive credit for semester and yearlong
courses.
To register for summer programs and view the full course listing, visit www.boscotech.edu or
call (626) 940-2000.
EAGLE ROCK JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
An International Baccalaureate World School, is a comprehensive junior and senior high school,
with a gifted, high ability and highly gifted magnet. ERHS serves about 2400 students in Local
District Central of the Los Angeles Unifi ed School District. We offer a fully authorized IB Middle
Years Programme to all students in grades 7-10, and candidates for the IB Diploma Programme in
grades 11-12. We also have championship athletics, robust arts, and pathways for college & career
readiness. Our alumni attend public and private colleges and universities throughout the world
and nation, such as Brown, Harvard, Stanford, UC Berkeley and more! Visit our website erhs.la or
Facebook to learn more about what rocks at our amazing public school.
1750 Yosemite Drive Los Angeles, CA 90041 (323) 340-3500 offi ce (323) 255-3398 fax www.erhs.la
FAIRPLEX
LA on Tap - LA on Tap beer festival brings over 65 of the finest breweries to Fairplex, celebrating the
brews of the Los Angeles International Beer Competition and kicking off Craft Beer Week. Your one
chance to mingle with the finest brew masters in the beer industry. Ever wonder what makes your favorite
beer taste so good? Find out yourself and ask the brewers face-to-face what they do to stay above the
rest. Sample some of the leading brands of beer from an array of breweries including a select few brews
that can only be found in the breweries themselves...until now! You’ll receive a classic beer glass you
can use to indulge in the finest brews, access our delicious flat breads and a tasty array of food.
SATURDAY, MAY 7 AT FAIRPLEX - 1101 W. McKinley Avenue Pomona - 2-6 p.m. (early access
admission at 1 p.m.)
Online general admission: $50 - Online early admission: $65 – *Online Discount ends May 8 At
the door general admission: $60 - At the door early admission: $75
All proceeds benefi t The Learning Centers at Fairplex.
FAIRPLEX CTECH
As a program of The Learning Centers at Fairplex, a non-profi t organization under the Los Angeles
County Fair Association, the Career and Technical Education Center’s mission is to help fulfi ll
unmet educational needs by educating and preparing students for real-world careers and professional
success. Through hands-on classroom instruction by credentialed instructors who are
industry professionals, engagement with industry experts from the surrounding communities,
and interaction with real work sites and professional environments, CTEC provides innovative
learning experiences that give students the necessary skills to enter the workforce or continue on
the pathway of higher education. CTEC offers career pathway courses with focused training in Arts,
Media & Design, Automotive Technology, Agriculture & Urban Farming, Energy & Utilities, Fashion
Design, Culinary and Hospitality.
http://tlcfairplex.org/ctec/home
FALCON THEATRE
Falcon Theatre presents Impro Theatre’s Tennessee Williams Unscripted June 10- July 31
“Simultaneously funny, moving and absolutely in keeping with Williams’ thematics. Impro Theatre’s
considerable agility and its infectious sense of play makes you want to go back again.” – Los
Angeles Times Passionate, smoldering secrets lurk beneath the surface of genteel society – and
explode in a comical climax of accusation, confession and calamity. Inspired by American master
playwright Tennessee Williams’ rollicking storytelling and delicious language, Impro Theatre starts
with a single audience suggestion and builds improvised, full-length plays that are hilarious, yet
tender as a Southern belle’s broken heart. Williams’ best known plays include A Streetcar Named
Desire, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and The Glass Menagerie.
4252 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91505 www.falcontheatre.com (818) 955-8101
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City, USA
PASADENA GIVES NASHVILLE A RUN FOR ITS MONEY
WITH THIS SUMMER’S MANY DIVERSE SHOWS
BY CARL KOZLOWSKI
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a great concert, and Pasadena
offers more options than just about any place in America
for music fans. With three competing symphonies, the Rose
Bowl offering three gigantic concerts, the long-standing local favorite
Levitt Pavilion, the daylong Make Music Pasadena festival, and
the hot new nightclub the Rose all bringing quality entertainment to
town, the Crown City might just give Nashville a run for the title of
Music City.
First and foremost, music fans can rejoice that this is the first
year in ages that the city’s two main competing orchestras — the
California Philharmonic, CalPhil, and the Pasadena POPS — are not
relying on The Beatles tribute shows to draw crowds. Instead, both
ensembles are mixing things up in a big way with an array of other
opportunities.
First, the POPS are offering a four-show program kicking off
with the theme of “First Ladies of Song” on June 18, featuring guest
soloists Lynn Roberts, Cady Huffman and Madelyn Baillio singing
standards like “The Man That Got Away,” “Fever” and “Over the
Rainbow” under the direction of conductor Michael Feinstein.
But it’s on the evening of July 9 that the POPS is offering up what
could be the most fun show of the summer, when the “Music of Billy
Joel” is spotlighted featuring solo pianist/singer Michael Cavanaugh,
who was the star of the Broadway Joel tribute show “Movin’ Out.”
Feinstein presents the “Sinatra Project Volume 2” on July 30,
offering up an evening of classics from Ol’ Blue Eyes. And on Aug.
20, it’s “Cole Porter Night,” featuring soloists Catherine Russell and
Nic Ziobro singing songs by the great American standards writer
including “I Love Paris” and “De Lovely.”
Meanwhile, CalPhil kicks off its season at Santa Anita Race
Track and Walt Disney Concert Hall with the “All-American”
show on June 25, featuring the orchestra, backed by a narrator
and dancers, as they play classics ranging from the “New World
Symphony” and “Lincoln Portrait” to “California Dreamin’’ and
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“Good Vibrations” with ragtime, country, jazz and Motown in
between.
On July 9, “At the Movies” features music from classic films
including “The Mission,” the “Adagio for Strings from ‘Platoon’,”
“Titanic,” “The Lion King,” and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony
featuring “Ode to Joy.” The July 23 “Classical Rock” show offers an
intriguing combination of ABBA, Queen and Janis Joplin mixed
with Mozart’s 29th Symphony, Brahms’ “Haydn Variations” and
Grieg’s “Peer Gynt Suite,” featuring Tony-nominated singer Mary
Bridget Davies and the CalPhil Rock Band.
CalPhil’s summer closes out with an Aug. 6 show called “Center
Stage,” featuring Broadway classics from “Porgy & Bess,” “Aida,”
“Grease” and “La Traviata”, and Aug. 20 with the annual tradition
of playing one of classical music’s most epic works, Horst’s “The
Planets.”
Under the guidance of mega-maestra Rachael Worby, MUSE/
IQUE always has interesting shows up its sleeve. Its “Summer of
Sound 2016” program presents “Gershwin/Nation,” featuring three
shows inspired by George and Ira Gershwin’s work together as
songwriters.
The “Perfect/Union” show July 16 kicks things off with a night
of tributes to songwriting duos like Lennon/McCartney, Simon
& Garfunkel and the Gershwins, while “American/Rhapsody”
features thrilling American classical music like “Rhapsody in Blue”
on Aug. 20. Finally, “Summer/Time” on Sept. 20
closes out the season with a tribute to “Porgy
and Bess” featuring a mix of virtuoso o
players, gospel choirs, tap dancers and
special surprises.
Of course, you can count on the
Rose Bowl to bring you the literally
biggest concerts of the year, with
Beyoncé bringing her controversial
“Formation World Tour” to town
on May 14 and Coldplay taking on
the challenge of packing the stadium
for two nights Aug. 20 and 21. Good
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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Students entering grades 7 through 12 – and beyond! – are invited to audition to take part in a
production of Lerner and Loewe’s “Brigadoon” this summer at First United Methodist Church in
Pasadena. Auditions will be held Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at the church (500 E.
Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena). Those seeking a solo singing role should bring sheet music
to the audition. Commitment includes evening rehearsals (Mondays through Fridays) beginning
June 25 with four performances July 27 to 30 (free admission). There is no cost to audition or
to participate in the production. Interested adults are also welcome as are younger children,
provided they will be accompanied at all rehearsals and performances by an adult.
To learn more email offi ce@fumcpasadena.org or phone (626) 796-0157.
GERRISH SWIM AND TENNIS CLUB
Your child deserves our best! We stress safety and technique from the very fi rst day your child
is in the water. Gerrish Swim School offers swim lessons to children three years old and older.
Initially, we focus on safety skills such as breath control, rolling over, and fl oating. As your child
develops confi dence and competence, we progress to basic strokes and kicking, then onto competitive
strokes and technique. Our goal is to develop safe, confi dent, and profi cient swimmers!
Gerrish Swim and Tennis Club, 2713 New York Drive, Pasadena, (626) 798-9909. Visit us at
www.gerrishswimandtennis.org
GINGER AND SPICE NOODLE & GRILL
Welcome to Ginger And Spice. We are a fast-casual, family-owned Vietnamese restaurant. Our
mission is to do whatever it takes to make you, our clients, … happy. Our plan is to prepare food
that is fresh, tasty, healthy, and clean using the freshest and most natural ingredients available.
We created our menu with our customers in mind, and that led to an authentic offering of
Vietnamese dishes like pho, vermicelli bowls, and rice plates. It also includes a healthy selection
of sandwiches, pastas, and breakfast fare. We are thankful for your patronage and happy to serve
and get to know you! What really matters is that you feel cared-for and special, and we hope that it
comes out in our food, service, and environment.
451 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena (626) 405-1414 www.gingerandspice.com
GLENDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY
Founded in 1907, Glendale Adventist Academy is a K-12 college preparatory school dedicated to
empowering young men and women with spiritual commitment, strong academic preparation, and
leadership skills. We provide a Christ-centered learning environment where students, parents, and
teachers can experience the presence of God in a spirit of affirmation. Our progressive curriculum
challenges and fosters the highest academic development, and our values-laden, ethically driven focus
involves students in service and a commitment to their local and global communities. The curriculum
maintains a rigorous program of college preparatory courses, religious education, community
outreach, art, music, athletics, drama, and enrichment opportunities, promoting a life-long love for
learning. The school is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
700 Kimlin Dr, Glendale, CA 91206 www.glendaleacademy.org - (818) 244-8671
THE GOODEN SCHOOL
Gooden School - Summer classes on the beautiful campus of The Gooden School in Sierra Madre
provide students in kindergarten through eighth-grade with opportunities for creativity and
new experiences, such as playing the ukulele, learning Spanish, iMovie production, sewing, and
more. A valuable class in ISEE and HSPT test preparation will also be offered for middle school
students. “We have restructured the program to meet the needs of our families. 90% of the
classes are all new,” said Laurie Tortell, Director of the Summer School Program at The Gooden
School. Gooden‘s summer program is offered in two sessions, June 20 through July 8 and July 11
through July 29, Monday through Friday. Before and after class childcare is also offered.
For more information and to register visit goodensummerschool.org.
HIGH POINT ACADEMY
Celebrating 50 Years: High Point Academy’s Golden Summer of Fun
High Point Academy offers a 4-week summer camp (K-8) and extended care Summer Club.
Incoming HPA Kindergarten students are encouraged to attend. High Point’s summer options
have expanded to include a new 2-week Kinder fl exible program (instead of all 4 weeks) to assist
your child in transitioning from home to school. Also new a 1-week pre-summer camp option
Pre-Summer Fun, Science, and Exploration Camp (1-6) and a weekly option Vex Basic Kits and
Minecraft Mods Adventure Camp (4-6).
Your child will explore technology and science, play sports and games, review academics, create
artistic masterpieces, and most importantly make new friends. All children are welcome.
For more information, please visit our website www.highpointacademy.org or call (626) 798-8989.
IDYLLWILD ARTS SUMMER PROGRAM
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program has taught people of all ages and abilities for over sixty
years. The wooded campus sits a refreshing mile above sea level in the San Jacinto Mountains,
just a couple of hours from Pasadena.The Summer Program draws on a rich tradition of teaching
by masters like Ansel Adams and Pete Seeger. Their example inspires three hundred artists
who teach dance, fi lm, music, theatre, creative writing, fashion design, visual arts, and more,
attracting two thousand children and adults to their hands-on classes every year. The Summer
Program also honors the Native American people who have lived for centuries in the San Jacinto
Mountains. Workshops in numerous traditional and contemporary Native art forms offer an
unparalleled immersion in Native American culture.
idyllwildarts.org/summer
INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ADVANCEMENT
Institute for Educational Advancement (IEA) provides unique programs that give bright young
students a place to thrive and grow academically and personally. Academy provides challenging
enrichment classes for rising 1st-8th graders focused on exploration and application of knowledge
in a variety of subjects. The Explore Program links high school students with mentors who
advance each participant’s skills through real-world experiences. The Caroline D. Bradley Scholarship
awards 7th graders with a four-year scholarship to a high school that fi ts their individual
needs. Yunasa camps unite highly able youngsters with gifted experts to teach campers balance.
IEA believes that, whatever their background, children should be challenged and encouraged to
grow. Financial aid is available for all IEA programs.
For more information, visit www.educationaladvancement.org or call (626) 403-8900.
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF PASADENA
The Junior League of Pasadena (JLP) is celebrating 90 years in the community, and you’re invited
to our free, family friendly, party! Join us at Kidspace Children’s Museum (480 N Arroyo Blvd,
Pasadena 91103) from 6pm to 8pm on June 14th for snacks, refreshments, and entertainment.
The JLP has contributed a great deal to the Pasadena community during our 90-year tenure,
including Kidspace Children’s Museum, the Pasadena Senior Center, docent programs at the
Huntington Library, the Junior Museum at the Norton Simon Museum, and much more. “After
training thousands of volunteers, creating sustainable service projects, and joining forces with
countless numbers of community partners over the past 90 years, the JLP is still going strong.
We’re excited to be a part of this community for the next 90 years!” says Robyn Roesner, 2015-
2016 JLP President.
RSVP for the event is preferred - info@jlpasadena.org
JUSTINE SHERMAN & ASSOCIATES
Justine Sherman & Associates serves the speech-language and educational needs of individuals
throughout the greater San Gabriel Valley community. We design customized treatment plans
with personalized measurable goals achieved through individual therapy sessions or classes
conducted by our certifi ed and licensed speech-language pathologists and supervised aids. Our
collaborative relationship with families, educators and health care professionals ensures the best
opportunity for client success and supports our philosophy of holistic treatment.
www.justineshermanslp.com or (626)355-1729
KABUKI JAPANESE RESTAURANT
Kabuki is a full-service, casual Japanese restaurant chain with 17 locations in Arizona, California
and Nevada. The restaurants showcase traditional and innovative Japanese cuisine, creative
cocktails and contemporary interior designs. The menu is led by Executive Corporate Chef Masa
Kurihara and offers dishes for the adventurous sushi-lover to the vegetarian-eater. The beverage
program features classic cocktails, wine and beer, as well as inventive sake libations created by
Master Sake Sommelier Yuji Matsumoto. Look for the Red Mask.
88 W. Colorado Blvd., #103. Pasadena, (626) 568-9310
3539 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 351-8963
201 N. San Fernando Road, Burbank, (818) 843-7999
kabukirestaurants.com
KIDS CAN CODE
At KidsCanCode we make computers fun! By looking “under the hood,” kids learn that a computer
is a powerful tool - one they can use to create amazing projects of their own. Imagine building
your own website, creating a video game, or wow-ing your teacher with an amazing science
project. Our classes lay the foundation for a positive relationship with technology. Classes are
available for a variety of ages and experience levels.
Check out our website for a complete list of summer classes and locations at www.kidscancode.org.
KIDS KLUB
Camp Kids Klub empowers your child to explore from the mountains to the sea and everything in
between! Camp Kids Klub’s full day program in Pasadena offers 10 fun-fi lled themed weeks. Each
week, campers attend fi eld trips, swim lessons, and exciting activities! There are also specialty
camps and optional sleepovers that you do not want to miss. We also offer half-day camp options
that include transportation from your child’s summer school! Academic Enrichment Camp
provides formal and engaging education on Math or Spanish from 7:30am-12:00pm. Afternoon
Camp, 12:00pm-6:00pm, includes swim lessons and fi eld trips and the Afterschool Camp option,
2:30pm-6:00pm, provides a shorter, yet fun-fi lled day. Our fun-fi lled camp days include breakfast,
lunch, and snacks!
For more information on our schedule and program please call (626) 795-2501 www.
kidsklubcdc.com.
KIDSPACE
The new Arroyo Adventure at Kidspace Children’s Museum will feature 8 brand-new experiences
that encourage children to connect with nature, engage in adventures, and uncover possibilities
between water and rocks, mud and sticks, and trees and native plantings.Visitors will be able to
climb their way up to the giant Hawk’s Nest where they can let their imaginations soar. The Flood
& Erosion Plain is an opportunity for children to investigate the effects of erosion on their physical
environment by making channels through sand, building small dams, and using rocks and sticks
to control the fl ow of water. Other exhibits will include fun activities such as the ability to build
forts, explore plant life, create unique art pieces, and much more!
For more information, visit www.kidspacemuseum.org.
KITCHEN KID
Cook up delicious fun this summer at Kitchen Kid Cooking Camp!
Join Kitchen Kid for our 8th summer of culinary excitement and kitchen adventures. Young chefs
expand their palates, reinforce academic and social skills, and learn kitchen safety and culinary
fundamentals. All while making new friends, enjoying incredible food, and having fun alongside
our amazing staff! Themes include Tour of Asia, Taste of Summer, Sweets and Savories, and our
popular full-day Restaurant Camp. Multiple kitchen locations in Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Santa
Monica, and the South Bay. Camp open to 1st – 8th grade plus high school CITs.
Limited space available… enroll today! For more information, dates, and registration: KitchenKid.com
camp@kitchenkid.com (310) 450-3462
LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL
2016 Summer Academy & Sports Camp
La Salle High School is dedicated to excellent student performance in academics, arts and athletics.
La Salle Summer Academic Institute is for 5th to 12th graders from June 20 to July 21. Courses
provide opportunities to hone skills and to learn new concepts in the more relaxed environment
of summer. Students earn high school academic credit in some courses, and many courses satisfy
UC standards. Sports camps are available throughout the summer for student athletes.
Call (626) 351-0275. www.lasallehs.org
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Now in its ninth year, Make Music Pasadena, the West Coast’s
largest free music festival, is set for Saturday, June 11, featuring
more than 150 performers playing on six main stages and 30
smaller outdoor stages set up throughout downtown Pasadena.
Judging by last year’s attendance, more than 50,000 people are
expected to attend this year’s festival, which runs from 11 a.m.
to 11 p.m. The program showcases almost every genre, including
electronica, indie and alternative rock, world, folk, Latin, funk, and
jazz. This year’s headliners include Atlas Genius, Bear Hands, The
Mowgli’s, Small Black, Nahko and Medicine for the People.
The Levitt Pavilion offers up outdoor shows in a much more
relaxed and intimate setting than the Rose Bowl, as it brings shows
under the stars to Memorial Park in Old Pasadena. The full summer
schedule has yet to be announced, but early shows include a
production of the African-American version of “The Wizard of Oz,”
“The Wiz,” and the long-popular duo Trout Fishing in America.
Finally, The Rose nightclub at Paseo Colorado is bringing a
constant flow of classic rock and pop stars through town and has a
few particularly impressive shows on tap. “An Evening with Justin
Hayward,” featuring the singular voice of The Moody Blues, takes
place on June 11, while Todd Rundgren hits town on May 4 and
perennially popular standup Sinbad brings the jokes on July 29. ■
Pasadena Symphony-POPS performs at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and
Botanical Gardens, located at 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. Call (626) 793-7172
or visit Pasadenasymphony-pops.org.
CalPhil performs at Santa Anita Park, 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. Call
(626) 304-0333 or visit calphil.org.
MUSE/IQUE performs on the Great Lawn at Caltech, 1200 E. California Blvd.,
Pasadena. Call (626)539-7085 or visit Muse-ique.com.
The Rose Bowl is located at 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena. Call (800) 745-
3000 or visit ticketmaster.com.
Make Music Pasadena, which is from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, June
11, features 150 acts performing on six main stages and 30 smaller stages
scattered throughout parts of Downtown Pasadena. For more information, visit
makemusicpasadena.org
Levitt Pavilion Pasadena is located in Memorial Park, directly behind 85 E. Holly
St., Pasadena. Call (626) 683-3230 or visit levittpavilionpasadena.org.
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BUSY FREEWAYS, HIGH PRICES AND CROWDS OF TOURISTS CAN
DISSUADE MANY FAMILIES FROM LEAVING PASADENA TO VISIT
OUT-OF-TOWN ATTRACTIONS DURING THEIR KIDS’ SUMMER VA-
CATIONS. BUT FAMILIES WILLING TO BRAVE THESE CHALLENGES
CAN ENJOY A WIDE RANGE OF ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS,
INCLUDING SOME OF THE CHOICES LISTED HERE.
THEME PARKS: A flood of visitors is expected to visit Universal
Studios Hollywood (universalstudioshollywood.com) this summer
to see the new six-acre Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which opened
on April 7. The park earlier this year raised its daily ticket prices and
introduced a pricing policy offering discounts to guests who visit on
low-demand days. Under the new policy, a one-day peak-day general
admission can be purchased online for $115; check the park’s website
for additional price information.
Disneyland (disneyland.disney.go.com), the veteran Anaheimbased
theme park, similarly launched a tiered-price policy this year. A
one-day admission costs $95; Southern California residents can buy
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THE LEARNING CASTLE AND LA CANADA PREP
The Learning Castle and La Cañada Prep have been the academic summer alternative in the Los Angeles
area for over 20 years. TLC, servicing 4-year olds through 3rd grade, and LCP, servicing 4th through 8th
grades, provides an individualized curriculum, custom-tailored for each student’s specific needs by teachers
who specialize in a single subject. Review, reinforcement and advancement are not only the primary goals
of The Learning Castle’s and La Cañada Preparatory’s Summer School Program, but also the fundamental
ingredients for a successful transition between grade levels. With small, teacher-to-student ratios focusing
on core subjects, the TLC and LCP program is, year in and year out, the smart choice for summer studies.
The Summer School Program is a six-week educational program divided into two separate threeweek
sessions. (818) 952-8099 – thelearningcastle.com
LEVITT PAVILION
The Levitt Pavilion Pasadena presents an annual summer series of 50 free music concerts, under
the stars, at the historic Memorial Park band shell in the heart of Old Pasadena. This summer marks
our fourteenth season bringing outstanding artists from GRAMMY winners to emerging artists to
our stage. To date, we have provided the community with over 550 outstanding concerts, bringing
people from all walks of life together to enjoy a shared evening of great music, beautiful weather, a
warm and friendly ambiance, and a true feeling of community. Designed to appeal to people of all
ages, backgrounds and tastes, our summer festival entertains audiences of over 70,000 each year.
For our upcoming series please visit www.levittpasadena.org.
MENTOR AVENUE PRESCHOOL
Located in the heart of Pasadena, Mentor Avenue Preschool students are engaged in the joy of discovery.
Everywhere there is fun and excitement while learning through art, science, music, cooking, games and
other activities. Our loving staff encourages independence in the younger students, especially in the area of
potty training, along with healthy eating habits and good table manners. Class projects involve team work in
order to build good social skills. Our innovative approach to the outdoor classroom inspires a natural learning
environment. Mentor Avenue Preschool is a Christian Preschool dedicated to providing quality early childhood
education, while nurturing Christian Values, to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
308 N. Mentor Ave. Pasadena (626) 396-7008 www.mentoravenuepreschool.com
NEON RETRO ARCADE
Retro fun for all ages! Neon Retro Arcade is a reboot of the classic American arcade in the heart of beautiful
Old Pasadena. Their carefully curated collection of 50+ classic video games and pinball machines
spans decades -- think Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Centipede…all the greats! Leave your quarters at home
because Neon’s games are set to “Free Play” so that guests can enjoy unlimited games for the price
of hourly admission. With 80s & 90s music setting the stage for a trip down memory lane, Neon has
perfected the formula for returning guests to a time when life was simpler. Whether you are looking for a
fun family outing or a unique date spot, Neon has something for everyone to enjoy. Game NOT over!
28 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 568-2924 – neonretroarcade.com
THE ODD MARKET
Odd Nights returns to the Autry every 3rd Friday through October bringing even more great family fun
than before. An expanded Kids Area debuting JUMP OFF Live Performances by local bands, 100 curated
vendors. 20 gourmet food trucks, full bar & custom handmade treasures. This vivid culture is perfect for
all ages and families to bring a blanket, folding chairs and kick back for an evening picnic while enjoying the
2.5-acre lawn. This free event is a platform for selected artisans, craftsman, designers, and DIY experts for
showcasing their creations and sharing their secrets. Pets are welcome! Visit theoddmarket.com/autry for
more details. The Autry is located in the heart of Griffith Park right across from the LA ZOO just off the 134
fwy and interstate 5. Free parking and admission for all attendees. 3rd Fridays | 6PM - 11PM PST
4700 Western Heritage Way Los Angeles, CA 90027
PACIFIC HARPS
Australian harpist Carolyn Sykes, has been performing in Australia, Asia, Europe and the United
States for the past 30 years. She came to Los Angeles fi fteen years ago to study for her Masters
Degree at the California Institute of the Arts, and established her private teaching and performing
studio Pacifi c Harps. Nine years ago Carolyn started selling and renting harps and now has the
exclusive west coast dealership for Camac Harps, which is a French harp manufacturing company.
Today she produces events bringing world class harpists of all genres of music to perform in
Pasadena, (see the summer concert series on the website) as well as the upcoming Harp Festival in
November, making Pasadena one of the centers for harps and harp music in the world!
626-791-6262 | www.pacifi charps.com | www.pacifi catlanticharps.com
PACIFIC OAKS CHILDREN’S SCHOOL
Nestled above the Arroyo in a gracious Pasadena neighborhood, Pacifi c Oaks Children’s School has
a 1.5-acre campus featuring majestic oak and olive trees and four original Craftsman-style homes,
housing the schools’ programs. Each classroom opens out into a generous play space where children
can move their learning and exploration from the classroom to the natural world. Learning fl ows
from inside to outside and back again. This village-like setting plays such a central role in children’s
development that some refer to it as the “third teacher.” Founded on the principles of social justice and
inclusion, and committed to experiential child-centered education, the school has expressed these
values for 70 years. Summertime at Pacifi c Oaks offers half-days from 9-12pm, a lunch bunch from
12 – 2pm, and full-days from 8:15 – 5:30pm for two- to fi ve-year-olds.
For more information on our summer session beginning on June 22, call (626) 529-8011 or visit
pacifi coakschildrensschool.org.
PASADENA CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET
Tuesdays -Villa Parke Center | Saturdays - Victory Park
Enjoy fresh local fruits, vegetables and farm products! If you have never been to a Farmers Market, you
are in for a real treat. You’ll love the experience of buying directly from the farmer that grows the food.
What you’ll love even more is the fresh, delicious taste of locally grown, nutritious fruits, vegetables and
farm products. Our certified vendors only sell what they grow. Or, to put it another way, they won’t sell
you anything that they did not grow. You know where your food came from and who grew it for you! The
market is cash only, and we accept EBT (Electronic Benefi t Transfer). Open rain or shine.
Call (626) 449-0179 or visit pasadenafarmersmarket.org.
PASADENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Summer Fun and Learning at Pasadena Christian School!
Whether you are looking for an academic program to keep skills sharp over the summer or if you want to
learn a new instrument, play a sport, or just have fun, Pasadena Christian School is offering something for
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everyone. In addition to programs for kids entering 1st through 8th grade, Pasadena Christian Preschool
has full day and half day options for preschoolers 2-5 and those starting TK or Kindergarten in the Fall.
Info and registration forms at: www.pasadenachristian.org
PASADENA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Explore, Create, and Learn at the PEF Summer Enrichment Program
The Pasadena Educational Foundation’s Summer Enrichment Program is in its 13th year of providing a
fun and engaging opportunity for kids to explore, create, and learn. This year they offer more than 100
unique classes on 5 different campuses, including drama, art, math, creative writing, chess, robotics, and
foreign language immersion classes. Their summer team of teachers are all fantastic educators who want
to see your child discover a love of learning while preparing them for the upcoming school year. New and
returning classes include Snappy Circuits, Creative Cooking, Coding 101, Minecraft, GLEE Kids, Biology
and Design, Mandarin Immersion Science Discovery, the always popular Introduction to Kindergarten
and First Grade classes, and more. Prep classes for incoming 9th-12th graders, too.
(626) 396-3625 Register online: www.pased.org/summer
PASADENA LANGUAGE CENTER
Learn a new language and discover a new culture with Pasadena Language Center’s summer classes
for adults and children. Choose from 30 different languages. Our interactive programs include:
Weekly classes, Intensive classes, Weekend Intensive classes, Full Immersion classes, Kids Language
Summer Camp, Private classes, Language Tutoring. Our instructors are native speakers with
a vast experience in teaching their language. Affordable prices.
46 Smith Alley, Suite 240 Pasadena, CA 9110 (626) 844-5003 www.pasadenalanguage.com
PASADENA LAUNDRY
PASADENA LAUNDRY has been a community favorite Laundromat and Drop Off Fluff and Fold
store for over a decade. Winning Reader Recommended “Best of Pasadena”. It has recently been
expanded and upgraded. It’s bigger with many more state of the art washers and dryers. It has
always offered free WiFi, large new TV’s, plenty of parking, and friendly attendants. No quarters
needed, it’s a laundry card store. Try the professional and convenient Fluff and Fold service. It is
proudly owned by a local family. 6am – 10pm – 7 days –
2585 E. Colorado Blvd. Between Altadena and San Gabriel (626) 744-2948
PASADENA POPS
Join Principal Pops Conductor Michael Feinstein and the Pasadena POPS for their one-of-a-kind, popular
summer concert series at the Los Angeles County Arboretum. There’s something for everyone in the
2016 Sierra Auto Summer Pops series, from the red-hot season opener on June 18 with First Ladies
of Song, paying tribute to the music of Judy Garland, Rosemary Clooney and Peggy Lee, to a night of
sing-along favorites with the Music of Billy Joel on July 9. Michael Feinstein returns to sing the best of
Ol’ Blue Eyes for the Sinatra Project Vol. 2 on July 30, and gives you a backstage pass into the world
of one of the greats with Cole Porter Night on August 20. In typical Feinstein fashion, he’s planned a
spectacular season closer on September 10 with a salute to the movie magic of Warner Bros. Don’t
miss the best outdoor dinner party in town with these fi ve concerts sure to make your summer sizzle.
Buy your tickets today at PasadenaSymphony-Pops.org or call (626) 793-7172.
PASADENA WALDORF - WALDORF KINDERGARTEN
Each class provides a grounding rhythmic fl ow of seasonally-inspired daily activity, including circle
time, songs, indoor and outdoor play, as well as a healthy meal together. The mission of Pasadena
Waldorf School’s Kindergarten Program is to enliven the young child’s imagination and strengthen
the ability to engage in healthy and productive activity. The importance of play is a guiding principle
within Waldorf Early Childhood Education.
Pasadena Waldorf School is hosting a Kindergarten Open House Saturday, May 21st. To attend
please RSVP to admissions@pasadenawaldorf.org
PCC FLEA MARKET
The PCC Flea Market is known primarily for selling antiques and collectibles, with the products
ranging all the way from high-end antiques to rummage sale type items. The market houses over
450 vendors located in parking lots along the east side of campus (Bonnie Ave. from Colorado to Del
Mar) and in the lot located on the West side of campus at the corner of Hill and Del Mar.
The vendors include the best record show in Southern California. Over 70 record vendors offering
items ranging from the big bands to present day performers, are located in in the 4th fl oor of the
parking structure on Bonnie Ave. The market is traditionally held on the fi rst Sunday of the month
from 8:00AM- 3:00PM and admission is FREE. Parking can be found for $2 in the parking structure
located on Del Mar. Lastly, but far from least, the proceeds from every Pasadena City College Flea
Market benefi t student scholarships and student activities.
PERFORMING ARTS WORKSHOPS
Performing Arts Workshops, voted the BEST camp in LA Parent Magazine. Kids spend their SPRING
BREAK and SUMMER DAYS in any of PAW’s award-winning camps, including: Musical Theater,
Guitar, Filmmaking, Stage F/X Makeup, Magic, or Photography! Campers are led by nurturing,
skilled instructors who work together to bring out the best in each child. To join, all a child needs
is a curiosity and a passion for performing, whether they are novices or seasoned thespians. This
year, kids will perform: TEEN BEACH MUSICAL, JUNGLE BOOK, SLEEPING BEAUTY, CHARLIE &
THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, and ALICE IN WONDERLAND. PAW truly provides the ultimate “Arts”
experience from rehearsal to performance. Each show is free and open to family and friends. Locations
include Pasadena, Studio City, Northridge and LA!
www.PerformingArtsWorkshops.com - (310) 827-8827
PROJECT SCIENTIST
Project Scientist offers a Summer STEM Academy at Caltech and year-round STEM Expeditions
when school is closed for holidays or in-service days. Girls are immersed in STEM, learning from
a tailored curriculum facilitated by highly skilled educators, hands-on experiments, fi eld trips, and
interactions with female STEM role models. We serve girls ages 4-12, and provide them with a community
of like-minded individuals who enjoy exploring through the sciences and celebrating their accomplishments.
“I loved that Addison came home referring to herself as a scientist and talking about
experimenting and not being afraid to keep trying. I’ve tried to instill that in her in the past— but
camp made it click! There is a whole new confi dence. She’s always loved these things but her time at
Project Scientist gave her a sense of seeing herself as a scientist and explorer… THANK YOU!!”
-Project Scientist parent, Julia
www.projectscientist.org
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Revolution Virtual Reality Coaster
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ducing any new rides this year, but plans to open an attraction set on a
Star Wars-themed planet a few years from now.
Located in nearby Buena Park, Knott’s Berry Farm (knotts.
com) this summer will celebrate the 75th anniversary of Ghost Town
with the introduction of Ghost Town Alive! an interactive experience
featuring stories and adventures set in Calico town, and the restored
“GhostRider” trains. Knott’s also recently opened the remodeled Mrs.
Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. One-day tickets can be purchased
at the gate for $72.
Six Flags Magic Mountain (sixflags.com/magicmountain)
recently added the New Revolution Virtual Reality Coaster to its
attractions. Riders wearing wireless headsets will be able to view a
virtual world with images synchronized to the roller coaster’s movement.
Gate prices for tickets range from $51.99 to $76.99, while tickets
purchased online three days in advance cost $51.99. .
Pasadenans sweltering in the summer heat have long sought relief
at the beach. This summer local residents can travel to the ocean
without encountering massive traffic jams and costly parking prices,
thanks to Metro Rail. On May 20, the extended Expo Line will begin
service, with the final stop at the Santa Monica Pier. It won’t be the
easiest train ride; Pasadenans who begin their trip on the Gold Line to
Union Station will need to transfer to the red or purple line, stopping at
the 7th Street/Metro Center station to board the Expo Line. But many
residents may find the lengthy train ride preferable to the bumper-tobumper
traffic along Pacific Coast Highway. Consult Metro’s website
at metro.net/# for additional information about the subway system.
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MUSEUMS: The Pasadena area has so many great museums that
local residents often forget there are many other museums throughout
Los Angeles County. Three of the county’s family-friendly museums
are located in Exposition Park. The Museum of Natural History
(nhm.org) is dinosaur central for the county, with more than 300 fossils
and 20 complete dinosaur and sea creature skeletons displayed
at Dinosaur Hall. A related exhibited about pterosaurs — prehistoric
creatures that flew with their fingers when dinosaurs dominated the
land — will be displayed from July 3 through October 2. Summer
is also the best time to see some of the museum’s outdoor exhibits,
including the Butterfly Pavilion, home to 30 native North American
butterfly species and a variety of plants. General admission is $12 for
adults; $9 for students and adults 62 or older; $5 for children 3 to 12;
and free for children 2 or younger.
Visitors to the nearby California Science Center (californiasciencecenter.org)
can see Space Shuttle Endeavour and learn about the
spacecraft’s scientific accomplishments and connections to Southern
California. Timed reservations to see Endeavour are required on
weekends, holidays and special events; visitors can buy tickets to see
both Endeavour and the museum’s other exhibits or to only see the
Endeavor exhibit. Some of those exhibits include Journey to Space,
which recreates the challenges of living and working in space, and
information about humans in space, space missions to the planets, and
stars and telescopes.
Exposition Park is also home to the California African American
Museum (caamuseum.org). Two new exhibits are scheduled to
be on display from May 11 through Sept 18: “Oh Snap! West Coast Hip
Hop Photography” is a collection of photos focusing on hip hop artists
who were prominent in the 1990s. “Reflections on the Self: Selections
from the Permanent Collection” presents the wide range of techniques
and media that artists have used to depict the human form. Admission
to the museum is free.
Dinosaurs are not the only prehistoric creatures showcased at a
local museum; La Brea Tar Pits & Museum (tarpits.org) focuses on
the mammals that lived at Rancho La Brea between 11,000 and 50,000
years ago. Since 1906 scientists have excavated more than 1 million
bones from more than 230 species at the tar pits site, which can be
viewed by visitors. The nearby museum provides additional information,
including screenings of “Titans of the Ice Age,” a 3-D movie, and
presentations of “Ice Age Encounters,” a multimedia performance. ■
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RENAISSANCE ACADEMY
Renaissance Academy is a Kindergarten -12th Grade private school which provides a strong academic
program. We are also fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
(WASC).
Our school’s academic standards surpass national standards at every level. We also have a very
strong basketball program, performing arts and music program. SAT & TOEFL Prep classes are
offered as part of our curriculum to our high school students.
Renaissance Academy issues I-20 visas to foreign students throughout the world. Students studying
English as a Second Language have the opportunity to learn reading and writing fundamentals
concurrent with life experience using the language in everyday settings.
Graduates of Renaissance Academy are accepted at the University of their choice within the United
States and abroad!
Contact Sabrina at (626) 765-9358
SAN MARINO COMMUNITY THEATER CAMP
Join us this summer for RICHARD SEYMOUR’S 9TH ANNUAL SUMMER THEATER CAMP Presented
by SAN MARINO COMMUNITY THEATER COMPANY for children ages 5-15 in a production of the
great American Musical “OKLAHOMA!” Seymour’s productions are renowned for providing a
comprehensive theatrical experience in fully staged productions with costumes, sets, orchestra
and a team of professional directors, musicians and stage technicians. Summer Camp begins
June 6 through Friday, July 8, M-F 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Hill-Harbison House in San Marino. 3
performances Friday, July 8 & 9 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 9 at 1:00 p.m.
To enroll please visit San Marino Community Theater Company website www.smctc.us and
download the application or Call Patti Mashikian, (626) 298-2138! Tickets will also be available
online at www.smctc.us starting in June.
SAUTE ACADEMY
Summer Culinary Camp 2016
Saute Culinary Academy offers a unique culinary experience to children ages 8 to 14. Little chefs
will learn basics in kitchen safety, proper food handling, food preparation, presentation, cooking
and baking techniques and much more. Classes are taught by professional chefs.
Chef Alex Reyes and Chef Julie Valenta
WHO MAY ATTEND Children 8 through 14 who are interested in exploring the culinary arts. Includes
chef’s hat, apron and recipes to take home.
CLASS SIZE Smaller class size means greater opportunity to interact. No more than 16 children per
class. Campers will work in groups to prepare multiple recipes each day.
REGISTRATION Summer Camp Session Dates: June 13th - August19th. Monday through Friday -
9:00am to 12:30pm $250 per week
Call (626) 429-2323 or email: sauteacademy@gmail.com
SCI-ARC
SCI-Arc – Every summer, SCI-Arc organizes two independent programs—Making+Meaning and
Design Immersion Days—dedicated to anyone interested in the discipline of architecture. From
those gauging their interest and curiosity in architecture to those beginning an architecture degree,
both programs are a platform for individual learning in a collective environment. Making+Meaning
is a college-level four-week summer program that introduces the principles of architecture in a
hands-on exploration of spatial experimentation, design methodologies and the creative process.
Design Immersion Days is a four-week summer program devoted to introducing high school
students to architecture and design. Participants are offered the opportunity to explore careers in
architecture and design.
(213) 356-5320, admissions@sciarc.edu - www.sciarc.edu
SIERRA MADRE PLAYHOUSE
There is gold to be discovered in our hills and summer may be just the time to mine it at the Sierra
Madre Playhouse. Start with a beautiful production of Tennessee Williams’ classic, The Glass
Menagerie. SMP Artistic Director Christian Lebano has brought together an extraordinary cast
and creative team for Williams’ “memory play.” May 6 through June 19. Add our summer musical
opening July 8, the hilarious and heartfelt, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee directed by
Robert Marra who directed Always….Patsy Cline. And sprinkle in two concerts by emerging artists
from the Colburn Conservatory, the sleight of hand of magician, John Carney on June 10 & 11, and
our free reading series the last Monday of every month. You’ll be rich!
Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 (626) 355-4318
SOCAPA
Join the next generation of visual and performing artists at SOCAPA, the School of Creative and
Performing Arts. With summer intensives in Filmmaking, Acting, Dance, Music and Photography,
and campuses in New York, California and Vermont, there’s no excuse for not taking action! Los
Angeles campus at Occidental College in Eagle Rock. Ages, 13-18. Start dates: June 19, June 26,
July 10 or July 31. Call for 10-20% discounts for CA residents:
(800) 718-2787. www.socapa.org
SOUTHWESTERN ACADEMY
Southwestern Academy is a college preparatory, independent, boarding/day school, offering middle
& high school instruction. We welcome American and international students to our two distinct
campuses located in San Marino, California, and Rimrock, Arizona. For 93 years, students, alumni,
teachers and staff alike consider Southwestern home. We offer programs to strengthen students
through small classes - normally of eight to twelve students - with personalized lessons, achievement
grouping, safe environments, and especially by supporting student achievements through an
involved, nurturing, caring staff who create an environment for individual student success. We’re
looking for intelligent, active young people who are ready to participate in the school’s varied activities
and classes. We also welcome your application if you’re not experiencing success or fulfi llment
in school, but are willing to try to do better work with our support.
We invite you to fi nd out more about Southwestern Academy at www.southwesternacademy.
edu, “Where you Belong.”
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
The Southern California Shakespeare Festival - Welcome to the Twelfth season of the, SCSF. This
year SCSF will present William Shakespeare’s As You Like It directed by guest director Stephanie
Courtney. We hope you will continue to support SCSF as you have done throughout our last eleven
seasons of producing sold-out Shakespeare for the Pomona community and the Inland Empire. The
Southern California Shakespeare Festival, SCSF, is a professional AEA, Actors’ Equity Association
company, in residence at Cal Poly Pomona, with guest AEA actors, student actors and designers
from Cal Poly Pomona’s Department of Theatre and New Dance. SCSF operates under the Los
Angeles Actor’s Equity Association 99 seat plan. Our Twelfth season runs Saturday nights at 8:00
p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Opening weekend is September 24th and 25th with our annual Gala
on September 24th. Our Gala has an array of raffl e prizes and a reception immediately following the
performance.
You can get further information by calling (909) 869-3987 or by visiting our website at: www.
southerncaliforniashakespearefestival.org
SPEF SUMMER SCHOOL
Have fun while preventing summer learning loss at SPEF’s popular K-12 Summer School program.
Elementary and Intermediate has over 100 classes available and students can choose up to 5
classes a day in areas such as Robotics, Science, Reading and Writing, Sports, Arts, Theater,
Math and more. High School can gain advanced credits in classes such as Health, Graphic Design,
Photography, Driver’s Ed, Band, Computers, PE, Psychology, Biology as well as History, Civics and
Economics. Recover grades in Math I Algebra I & II, Geometry and Math Analysis, English, Biology
and U.S. and World History. Prepare for classes such as Prep for AP Chemistry, Math I and II,
Academic Decathlon, and Algebra II.
Online registration is now available! Classes start June 20. For information go www.SPEF4kids.
org or call (626) 441.5810x1163.
SPEF SUMMER CAMPS
A.C. GREEN BASKETBALL CAMP-Campers will be challenged on and off the court, practicing
basketball skills, as well as participating in leadership and character development.
NEXT GENERATION CODING CAMP - A coding boot camp that gives students an introduction to the
world of computer science.
GOLF ACADEMY CAMP - learn the fundamentals of golf as well as advanced skill building for more
experienced golfers.
SPEF ART CAMP - spend a week exploring your artistic side while working with a variety of materials
and styles.
SPANISH IMMERSION ART CAMP - students continue their Spanish language development while
having fun with theater arts, visual art and dance
SOCCER CAMP- work on your soccer skills while getting outside and working off that summer
energy. Foot work, positioning, offense and defense strategies and scrimmaging will be included.
Online registration now available! For information go www.SPEF4kids.org or call (626) 441-
5810 x1163.
ST. MONICA ACADEMY
St. Monica Academy, an independent, Catholic, coeducational school for grades 1-12, is at the
forefront of a renaissance in classical education, a time-honored method of teaching that inspires
students to excel academically and morally. Founded by parents in 2001, the school provides 242
students in grades 1-12 with an academically rigorous education using a classical curriculum.
Due to a steady growth in enrollment, St. Monica’s moved to the campus of Holy Redeemer Parish
in Montrose in the summer of 2015. The newly renovated school site features a spacious elementary
school building, new classrooms for the high school, new landscaping, a computer lab, library,
science lab, new playground, and expansive outdoor space.
Check out our website today at www.stmonicaacademy.com or call to schedule a tour. St.
Monica Academy, grades 1-12 - 2361 Del Mar Road, Montrose, CA 91020m (818) 369-7310 -
www.stmonicaacademy.com Director of Admissions: Mrs. Erin Talbot
SUMMER OF SURF
Summer of Surf is a small beach camp serving the Altadena and Pasadena area for ages 7+ for the
past 4 years. We provide transportation to and from Santa Monica where we offer an array of beach
activities including Boogie-boarding and Surfi ng. Our focus is on providing a safe and supportive
atmosphere for your child to grow and develop their skills in the ocean, whether they are brand new
to the ocean or they are an experienced surfer. We also wanted to provide a space where kids could
enjoy their Summer break at the beach with friends. We pride ourselves on having a dedicated team
that provides the highest quality personalized experience in the safest conditions possible.
www.summerofsurf.com (818)433-2694
YWCA OF PASADENA
Our all-girl camp builds self-esteem and new friendships, explores new ideas, develops fresh skills,
and empowers girls to dream big. Our focus is to allow girls to have opportunities that expand their
possibilities, especially in the areas of STEM, higher education, and social justice. Activities have
included tours of CalTech and Cal Poly Pomona, the Getty and the Norton Simon Museum, Beach
Trips, Empowerment Workshops, Guest Speakers, Cooking Classes, Group Discussions, and an
end-of-session trip to Knott’s Berry Farm! Girls will also be able to go behind-the-scenes at the
Huntington Library and Gardens every Friday through our partnership with the Huntington.
50 N. Hill Ave., Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 296-8433 jliu@ywca-pasadena.org
VENTURA COUNTY
Ventura County – is the place to be this summer!
From cool ocean breezes to pink moments at sunset in Ojai.
Experience an Escape to Fun.
Ventura Harbor – venturaharborVillage.com
Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard –channelislandsharbor.org
July 4th Street Fair in Ventura- City of ventura.net/streetfairs
Music Under the Stars –Saturday concerts at Los Olivas Adobe – City of Ventura.net/mus
Ventura Music Festival July 15-17 & 22-24 –VenturaMusicFestival.org
Island Packers- Channel Islands excursions, whale watching& more. – IslandPackers.com
Fillmore & Western – Diesel & Steam train rides, dinners – www.fwry.com
The Lavender Inn, Historic Ojai Bed & Breakfast- lavenderinn.com
Ojai Wine Festival, Sunday June 12, Lake Casitas-OjaiWineFestival.com ■
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The Good
Word
LOCAL PUBLISHERS PRESENT A COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL
WORKS IN TIME FOR SUMMER
BY REBECCA KUZINS
Summer mer is traditionally ti
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industry — the time when many readers prefer lightweight titles
that can be read while at the beach or on vacation. But this summer
Pasadena booksellers and publishers plan to introduce some titles
that defy the easy-reading category.
One of the more serious new books is “Becoming Earth,” scheduled
to be released in May by Red Hen Press, a Pasadena-based independent
publisher. Essayist, poet and marine biologist Eva Saulitis recounts
how two years of living with metastatic cancer led her to mediate on
the nature of wildness. Saulitis says she eventually recognized that “living
is not separate from dying. It is not yet time to dig a grave, but time
to wander the woods, seeking a good site.”
Red Hen plans to release four other books this summer: “LA
Fiction Anthology” is a collection of short stories written by
Southern California authors, including T.C. Boyle, Ron Carlson,
Judith Freeman and Percival Everett. Lori Tobias’ novel
“Wander,” set in a fictional rural community in Alaska in the
1980s, tells the story of Patrice “Pete” Nash, a young journalist
who becomes friendly with another man when she spends the winter
without her husband.
“Six” is Julie Marie Wade’s collection of six interconnected poems
that, according to the publisher’s catalog, plumb “six essential aspects
of human experience that have shaped us all: art, language, desire,
vocation, faith, and life-changing love.” Wade has written several other
books, including “Wishbone: A Memoir in Fractures,” which won the
Lambda Literary Award in Lesbian Memoir. Another poetry
collection, Kathleen Driskell’s “Blue Etiquette,” was inspired
by Emily Post’s 1922 edition of book “Etiquette” and focuses
on the interactions between wealthy members of society and
their servants.
Prospect Park Books, another Pasadena-based publisher,
this summer will release three new books by local
authors. “This Side of Providence” is the second novel by Rachel M.
Harper, an Altadena writer. Publisher Colleen Dunn Bates describes
the book as a “heartbreaking yet ultimately hopeful story
of a Puerto Rican immigrant family in Providence,
R.I.” Restauranteur and baker
Christine Moore, who owns the Little
Flower Candy Co. and Lincoln eateries
in Pasadena, and her pastry chef Cecilia
Leung share their recipes for cookies,
cakes, breads and other baked goods
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in “Little Flower Baking.”
In addition, Prospect Park will launch “Sayonara Slam” at
Vroman’s Bookstore on May 2 at 7 p.m. The novel is the sixth in a
planned series of seven mysteries written by Pasadena writer Naomi
Hirahara, who grew up in Altadena. That city is the home of her
fictional sleuth Mas Arai, an elderly semi-retired gardener, who in the
new book solves the mysterious death of a sportswriter who drops
dead during a baseball game at Dodger Stadium.
Jennifer Ramos, Vroman’s promotional director, says the store’s
book buyer is especially excited about two summer releases: “The
Last Painting of Sara de Vos” by Dominic Smith and “The Sport of
Kings” by C.E. Morgan. Smith’s novel combines the story of Sara de
Vos, a 17th- century Dutch artist, with the tale of a 1950s art historian
who painted a forgery of one of de Vos’ paintings. “The Sport of
Kings,” Morgan’s debut novel, tells the story of thoroughbred horse
owners Henry Forge and his daughter Henrietta, who team with Allmon
Shaughnessy, an ambitious young black man, to breed a Triple
Crown-winning filly.
Numerous authors will be discussing and signing their new books
at Vroman’s this summer. Journalist Sebastian Junger, best known
for his book “The Perfect Storm” and his documentary films about
the war in Afghanistan, will preview “Tribe: On Homecoming and
Belonging” at noon on June 5. Best-selling science writer Mary Roach
will talk about “Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War” at a
ticketed event to be held at All Saints Church on June 17 at 7 p.m.
Among the other authors set to appear at Vroman’s are Justin
Cronin, “City of Mirrors” (June 5 at 4 p.m.); Emma Straub, “Modern
Lovers” (June 6 at 7p.m.); Susan Branch, “Martha’s Vineyard, Isle
of Dreams,” the second book in a three-part memoir (June 8 at 6:30
p.m.); actor and chef Freddie Prinze Jr., “Back to the Kitchen” (June 11
at 3 p.m.); Janet Evanovich, “The Pursuit” (signing only, June 22 at 7
p.m.) and Don Miguel Ruiz Jr., “Mastery of Self” (July 20 at 7 p.m.). ■
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A
STYLE
All Its
Own
IN ADDITION TO BEING BLESSED WITH MARVELOUS WEATHER AND AN
ABUNDANCE OF CULTURAL AND THEATRICAL ATTRACTIONS, PASADE-
NA RESIDENTS ARE ALSO FORTUNATE TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE FINEST
LOCAL CLOTHIERS ADEPT AT KEEPING PACE WITH THE LATEST IN RETAIL
CLOTHING SALES.
PASADENA SHOPS AND BOUTIQUES SHOWCASE
THE LATEST SUMMER FASHIONS
BY SHEILA MENDES COLEMAN
Every season, Pasadena’s fine shops and boutiques present the best and
brightest of summer fashion. Beyond trendy, these magnificent shops are truly
trend-setting, with an eclectic offering that ranges from formal and sophisticated
to casual and funky.
Take advantage of early-season opportunities to stock up on warm-weather
staples, such as tanks and shorts, as well as the much sought-after flowing
and floaty sundresses in both maxi and mini style. This summer, as in spring,
expect designer collections in a variety of vibrant hues and patterns. Rompers,
boy’s shorts and cropped-tops are in demand for casual wear, as are pencil
skirts that can be layered or worn with structured or loose-fitting wraps and
transition well into a sophisticated evening look.
Bold geometric designs in blocky prints continue to trend, along with
dresses and tops in asymmetrical cuts. Cultivating a relationship with sales
staff at favorite shops to stay abreast of new arrivals and upcoming clearances
is always a smart idea, since many in-demand items can be found for a fraction
of the price when purchased on specific sale days. These items go quickly,
however, so be prepared to act promptly and decisively.
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HEAVENLY COUTURE
36 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
(626) 585-8008 | heavenlycouture.com
This divine shop aspires to take the search for affordable, popular
styles to a higher plane. Heavenly Couture offers an eclectic, hip selection
of extremely well-priced clothing and accessories. As much for
the fashionista on a budget as for the high-end shopper, this charming
boutique has something for everyone, including exercise clothes and
handbags. Expect courteous assistance from an attentive staff eager
to steer you toward the best deals. Most items are under $16, so also
expect to find significant bargains on sought-after summer pieces, as
well as out-of-season and clearance items.
ANTHROPOLOGIE
35 N. Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena
(626) 397-2819 | anthropologie.com
Finally, a chain clothing store that exhibits a real commitment
to customer satisfaction in areas ranging from in-store and online
purchases to shipping, returns and inventory. Anthropologie’s national
status allows it to respond quickly to changing or emerging trends
in fashion and customers can always expect the latest, high-quality
collections from favored designers with offerings in a wide selection of
colors, along with a polite, professional and knowledgeable staff.
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IL TEATRO
54 S. De Lacey Ave., Pasadena
(626) 796-2313
Jewelry lovers beware! One step inside this chic store will leave
you fated to return. Il Teatro is even more beloved for their extensive
jewelry collection than for their affordable textile collections, which
include summer’s most sought-after casual and semi-formal designs
— often available at discount prices. Customer reviews consistently
sing the praises of this popular shop that makes elegance affordable.
MADEWELL — PASADENA
126 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
(626) 792-1261 | madewell.com
Beside its fabulous collection of denim and T-shirts, Madewell is
also renowned for its singular style and attention to the varying trends.
Customers continue to flock back to this unique shop because they
offer a wide variety of colors, sizes and styles for popular items, as
well as a well-stocked inventory and a sales staff that makes customer
satisfaction a top priority. Whether online or in-store, Madewell’s sale
items can offer significant discounts from their already reasonably
priced items. Plus, it’s one of the few stores to offer a teacher discount.
ATELIER FEMME
1033 E. Green St., Pasadena
(626) 793-1200 | atelierfemme.com
Stylish selections of smart separates and ensembles from topnotch
designers are the main attraction at this marvelous gem of a
shop. Atelier Femme remains a local and regional favorite because
of its attention to each fashion trend — as well as its commitment to
customer service. Owner Sandy Potter fulfilled her dream of opening
a women’s clothing boutique; “I wanted to create a place where
women could find clothes that would make them look great and feel
good about themselves.” Indeed, her mission has so far been wildly
successful, and Atelier Femme consistently boasts an exciting selection
of new arrivals, while still appreciating the timelessness of classic
pieces. Shoppers can also expect to find an impressive selection of
accessories and gift items.
THERAPY
65 E. Holly St., Pasadena
(626) 568-9905 | shoptherapypasadena.com
It’s a well-known fact that shopping can have curative powers.
Therapy embraces this philosophy and customers will be enamored
with their fabulous designs that are sure to transition easily from
trendy to timeless. It’s one of many reasons why visitors regularly flock
to this haven for the well-dressed. Possessing a youthful vibe with a
sophisticated edge, Therapy’s summer collection is the best of cuttingedge
summer style. Aside from their luscious selection of dreamy,
loose-fitting tops in exotic designs and lighter-than-air fabrics that
pair perfectly with rolled-up boyfriend jeans, customers will also find
handbags, jackets and that perfect pair of shoes to complete the look
for a casually elegant outing.
This summer, like every summer, Pasadena fashion makes a
statement all its own. It’s a singular style that is, at times, jaunty and
carefree, yet still possesses a sense of refinement and grace. Whether
dressing for a lazy day at a fun-filled backyard barbeque or a night on
the town, Pasadena’s charming boutiques and shops are quite simply a
reflection of the diverse and cultivated citizenry they serve so well. ■
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Sweet
Summer
Sounds
Gian-Carla Tisera
MUSIC WILL FILL THE AIR IN PASADENA THIS SUMMER
BY JOHN SOLLENBERGER
Danny Holt
Boston Court Performing Arts Center
70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena
(626) 683-6883
bostoncourt.com
May 13 — The Peter Smith Trio: Too Marvelous for Words
May 14 — The Isaura Quartet: Microfest: Slightly Irregular
Tuning
May 20 — Nadia Shpachenko and Danny Holt: Piano
Spheres Satellite Artists Concert
May 21 — The CJS Quintet: Feeling the Beat with Chuck
Johnson and Friends
May 28 — California String Quartet with Diana Tash, Mezzo-
Soprano: Music of Sergei Taneyev and Jack Heggie
June 3 — Wild Up: Work: Lineea Powell and Andrianne Pope
June 4 — UCLA Camarades with Pianist Neal Stulberg: Music
from the West Side
July 8 — Piano Spheres: Vicki Ray: New Music for a New Era
July 9 — Gian-Carla Tisera: Salsa is Not Necessarily Sex
July 15 — People Inside Electronics: Altered States
July 16 — Josh Nelson Band: The Discovery Project: The Sky
Remains
July 22 — Hollywood Revisited: A Musical Revue
Sept. 23 — Armenian Public Radio: The New Sounds of
Armenia Rising
Sept. 24 — We the Folk: Fiddling around Los Angeles
Sept. 30 — The B Band: Recomposing Mahler for the 21st
Century
California Philharmonic
Santa Anita Park
285 E. Huntington Drive, Arcadia
(626) 304-0333
calphil.com
June 25 — All American
July 9 — At the Movies
July 23 — Classical Rock
Aug. 6 — Center Stage
Aug. 20 — The Planets
The Isaura Quartet
Descanso Gardens Music on the Main
1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge
(818) 949-4200
descansogardens.org
June 9 — Billy Mitchell
June 16 — Louie Cruz Beltran
June 23 — Danny Janklow featuring the Sarah Reich Jazz
Tap Project
June 30 — Betty Bryant
July 7 — Nolan Shaheed
July 14 — Heartbeat Brazil
July 21 — Mark Christian Miller
July 28 — New West Guitar Group with Sara Gazarek
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Descanso Gardens World Rhythms Series
June 7 — Malaya Filipino American Dance Arts and Pakaraguian
Kulintang Ensemble
June 14 — Varimezov Family Band
June 21 — Armenian Dance Center
June 28 — Kim Eung Hwa Korean Dance Academy
July 5 — La Chamba
July 12 — ADAAWE
July 19 — Eduardo Martinez y su Palo Cuero
July 26 — MoForró
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Levitt Pavilion Summer Concert Series
Memorial Park
85 E. Holly St., Pasadena
(626) 683-3230
levittpavilionpasadena.org
Free concerts featuring a wide array of musical styles
run June 26 through Sept. 24, Thursdays through Sundays
through Aug. 21, Fridays through Sundays thereafter.
June 26 — TBD
June 30 — Tim & the Space Cadets
July 1 — Jai Uttal
July 2 — Dustbowl Revival
July 3 — Bobby Rodriguez Latin Jazz
July 7 — The Wiz
July 8 — Brightside
July 9 — Area 51
July 10 — Tizer
July 14 — Trout Fishing In America
July 15 — Darlingside
July 16 — Ricardo Lemvo
July 17 — Double G Big Band
July 21 — Steve Songs
Bob Baker Marionettes
July 22 — Billy Strings
July 23 — Albert Lee
July 24 — Louie Cruz Beltran
July 28 — Rhythm Child
July 29 — David Lindley
July 30 — Peter Asher with Billy Kramer and Denny Laine
July 31 — Billy Mitchell
Aug. 4 — Party Animals
Aug. 5 — Dark
Aug. 6 — Al Croce
Aug. 7 — Jamison Ross
Aug. 11 — Lucky Diaz 7 the Family Jam Band
Aug. 12 — Quetzal
Aug. 13 — TBD
Aug. 14 — Doug MacLeod
Aug. 18 — Bob Baker Marionettes
Aug. 19 — Karla Bonoff
Aug. 20 — Yuval Ron
Aug. 21 — Claudia Linnear and the New Ashgrove Players;
The Chambers Brothers
Aug. 26 — Latin BMI Summer Nights
Aug. 27 — Afro Funk
Aug. 28 — California Feetwarmers
Sept. 2 — TBD
Sept. 3 — Mariachi Divas
Sept. 4 — Pete Escovedo
Sept. 9 — Sara Watkins
Sept. 10 — TBD
Sept. 11 — Barbara Morrison
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Michael Feinstein
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Sept. 16 — Latin BMI Summer Nights
Sept. 17 — Glen Phillips
Sept. 18 — Laith Al-Saadi and Jimmy Vivino
Sept. 23 — TBD
Sept. 24 — Element Band
Sept. 25 — Levitt Pavilion Benefi t Concert with act TBD
Make Music Pasadena
Various locations, Pasadena
makemusicpasadena.org
June 11 — The annual, free event features more than 150
performances by dozens of bands on fi ve main stages and
more than 30 additional venues from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
through 20 blocks in Old Pasadena and downtown Pasadena.
Visit the Web site for the full schedule.
Pasadena Symphony & POPS
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia
(626) 793-7172
pasadenasymphony-pops.org
June 18 — First Ladies of Song
July 9 — Music of Billy Joel
July 30 — Sinatra Project Volume 2
Aug. 20 — Cole Porter Night
Sept. 10 — A Salute to Warner Brothers
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Sheriff’s Support Group of Altadena
Summer Concert Series
Farnsworth Park
568 E. Mount Curve Ave., Altadena
(626) 798-6335
altadenasheriffs.org
July 9 — Tribute group TBA
July 16 — Hollywood Hillbillies play Willie Nelson/Merle
Haggard
July 23 — Tribute group TBA
July 30 — Tribute group TBA
Aug. 6 — Tribute group TBA
Aug. 13 — Upstream Tribute to Bob Marley and More
Aug. 20 — Nowhere Man Tribute to the Beatles
Aug. 27 — Whiskey Hayride Tribute to Credence
Clearwater Revival ■
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