By May S. Ruiz In ‘Ragtime: The Musical,’ a Ford Model T precipitates all the ensuing action that takes place; so it was important for the car to be on stage. Fortunately, Christopher Cook, Pasadena Playhouse’s Production Manager, didn’t have too far to go to find one. Altadenan Norm Haley, a real estate broker, is…
By May S. Ruiz Boston Court Pasadena launches its 2019 season with a rarely staged production of David Hare’s ‘The Judas Kiss’ from February 15 through March 24. This S. Mark Taper Foundation-sponsored play tells the story of Oscar Wilde’s love for Lord Alfred ‘Bosie’ Douglas and follows his downfall through a brutal trial and…
By Jeff Davis This month I visited the art studio of David Leitch. The artist focuses primarily on abstract wood sculpture and is also a well known furniture designer and manufacturer for restaurants, offices and creative spaces in Los Angeles. His sculptural work is currently on exhibit in the foyer gallery of the Hawthorne Arts…
By Susan Motander The reaction to that headline should have been a resounding “What?”. This is an important issue as it may affect your taxes and water rates. But first, you will need a few explanations and definitions. An Enhanced Watershed Management Plan is an EWMP (pronounced E-Wimp – appropriately). An rEWMP is a revised EWMP…
Primo Toastmasters invites residents to its open house to meet members and watch special guest speaker, Distinguished Toastmaster and CEO of Creative Landscape Solutions Jim Raney, talk about the importance of communication skills for today’s professional and how that impacts one’s journey in their career and their life. “Since 2013 Primo Toastmasters has been working hard to provide a supportive and positive environment that members and the surrounding community can come to, in the interest of developing their communication and leadership skills. Our number one mission is help…
Keys 2 the Coast recently discovered a fantastic hideaway that is the perfect place to stay in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. The tiny town of Santa Ynez, population 4,418, the is in the midst of wine country, 51 miles north of Santa Barbara and 65 miles south of San Luis Obispo. The…
EDITOR’S PICK Together in Music: Arpa, Cuatro y Maracas at Chamo Venezuelan Cuisine, Feb. 17 from 1-3 p.m. (950 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91106)...
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By Emily Glory Peters Business and music seem an unromantic pairing, but for local band Zach & Bridget, they’re two sides of the same coin. Like the performers themselves, one can’t succeed without the other. “When we’re at our best is where I’m the content instigator and she’s the editor,” says Zach Galanis of his…
Building a Business as a Latino Entrepreneur
February 14, 2019
Business Attraction & Retention in Arcadia
February 13, 2019
Adapting Social Media as a Business Tool
February 11, 2019
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: Knowing when to…
Career Corner: If You Don’t Love Your Job, It’s Time to Breakup
February 12, 2019
Career Corner: My New Pet Peeve
February 5, 2019
Lifeline for Pets: A Sweet Pair of Cats Seek a Foster Home
February 4, 2019
By May S. Ruiz Boston Court Pasadena launches its 2019 season with a rarely staged production of David Hare’s ‘The Judas Kiss’ from February 15 throug...
By Jeff Davis This month I visited the art studio of David Leitch. The artist focuses primarily on abstract wood sculpture and is also a well known fu...
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo, the story of “Les Misérables” is one of love, courage, and redemption. Prisoner-on-parole, 24601, Jean Valjean, run...
By May S. Ruiz Marc Soong, a 15-year old teen from Alhambra, is one of five performers who will appear on an upcoming episode of NPR’s (National Publ...
Arcadia Unified School District is very excited to announce that author and student advocate Katie Martin, Ph.D., will be a keynote speaker at the 5th Annual Arcadia Innovation Summit on June 21, 2019. Martin strives to create classrooms that empower students to share their work, as opposed to preparing them for a test, so that…
Arcadia High School Constitution Team Competes At State Competition
February 5, 2019
Arcadia Students Receive Academic Honors at Northeastern University
February 4, 2019
February College Search Guide
February 4, 2019
Keys 2 the Coast recently discovered a fantastic hideaway that is the perfect place to stay in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. The tiny town of Sa...
The bright red, Spanish-style exterior of Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is probably a familiar sight to some, especially since it first opened in Pasa...
By Greg Aragon Spring is around the corner and summer is just up the road. In other words, it’s a great time to plan a vacation. But if you are like m...
By Brianna Chu Before you start: I know it’s a dumb pun. I am indeed aware, as I was the idiot who came up with it. So…hi! I’m Brianna, an early...
By Brianna Chu Soh Grill opened its doors to Raymond Avenue a year and a half ago. When its owner, Tamara Kim, moved to Pasadena about three years ago...
Where is the best place to stay and have fun in Solvang? There are so many options, but recently, Keys 2 the Coast set out to explore Solvang and enjo...
Local Car Collector's Model T Makes its Debut...February 20, 2019
'The Judas Kiss' Premieres at Boston Court Pa...February 20, 2019
Visiting David Leitch’s Studio—Experiencing H...February 20, 2019
Conditional Approval for Arcadia rEWMP Projec...February 20, 2019
Arcadia’s Primo Toastmasters Hosts Public Ope...February 20, 2019
