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Teen violinist makes music with orchestra
March 19, 2009 – 9:26 am | No Comment
Teen violinist makes music with orchestra

In the hallways of Flintridge Preparatory School, Claudia “Akie” Jette seems like every other high school junior. From studying for SATs to hanging out with friends, the Arcadia resident juggles a school load similar to her peers. But when there’s a bow in her hand and violin pressed against her shoulder, Jette transforms into something spectacular.

The Pasadena Marathon – Finally Running!
March 15, 2009 – 8:49 pm | 2 Comments
The Pasadena Marathon – Finally Running!

As you may or may not know, last November was supposed to be the inaugural run of the Pasadena Marathon. Unfortunately, the whole event was delayed indefinitely due to smoke from the horrendous fires that …

JPL Internships helping to build careers
March 15, 2009 – 12:50 pm | No Comment
JPL Internships helping to build careers

See how internships at JPL helped one woman build her career as a software engineer working on robotics.

The Tradition of Galettes des Rois: Be King For A Day
December 27, 2008 – 10:49 am | No Comment
The Tradition of Galettes des Rois: Be King For A Day

Galette des Rois, a lesser-known French delicacy served in honor of the visitation of the three kings on Epiphany, is a crispy cake with a treat inside. Literally meaning “cake of the kings”, whoever is …

Zombies Walk for Toys for Tots
December 26, 2008 – 4:15 pm | No Comment
Zombies Walk for Toys for Tots

The Zombies came back! SoCal Zombie Walk came back for another walk through Pasadena this Holiday Season. Donations were accepted to give to Toys for Tots which is the charity of choice for the zombie walk this time around.

Charles Phoenix is Grand Marshal of the 32nd Doo Dah Parade
December 26, 2008 – 4:02 pm | No Comment
Charles Phoenix is Grand Marshal of the 32nd Doo Dah Parade

Entertainer, author and pop-culture expert Charles Phoenix has been known for his live, hilarious Retro Slide Show performances, fun-filled School Bus Field Trip Tours, crazy kitchen experiments and colorful coffee table books. Now he will …