This weekend in Glendale, CA

Explore a dance session in Altadena focused on personal empowerment and growth through movement. Designed to help participants tap into inner strength and express themselves through dance.

A weekly writing group at Unity of Pasadena welcomes anyone who puts words on a page. Whether you keep a journal, note daily gratitudes, make shopping lists, or find quick rhymes popping into your head, you are already a writer. Each session uses simple prompts to spark new ideas and show how many different paths a piece can take. The group meets for one hour in the fellowship hall. Participants may bring a journal, notepad, composition book, or laptop. If you do not bring supplies, paper and pens will be available. Love offerings are collected and donated to the church.

Unroll a mat on the lawn at The Gamble House for a lighthearted yoga experience led by certified instructor Tina Lenert, where friendly goats wander among participants and turn practice into play. Hello Critter’s Nigerian Dwarf kids mingle throughout the class, weaving between mats, popping up for a quick perch, scooting under poses, and keeping everyone smiling while stretches deepen and cores engage. The session welcomes every level, from first timers who came for the goats to seasoned practitioners seeking a fresh twist. Admission is $35 for members and $45 for non-members. Bring a love of animals and architecture, a camera, and a good sense of humor.

Foodzilla Fest comes back to San Fernando with a new monthly celebration of bold flavors and inventive cuisine. Held at San Fernando City Hall, the festival features vendors debuting signature Foodzilla dishes created exclusively for this event. Admission is free and the event is open to everyone. Presented by @myvalleypass and @discoversanfernando, with production by @myvalleypass, @gecevents, and @discoversanfernando.

Havana Nights sets the scene for a tropical-themed soirée hosted by St. George Pathfinders, featuring flavorful fare, upbeat entertainment, and a cheerful atmosphere. Cocktail attire with a hint of Havana style suits the occasion, with the evening centered on music, laughter, and making memories with both familiar faces and new friends. Ticket sales information will be announced soon.

Ethno Colors, a contemporary folk ensemble cherished in Armenia, brings a one-night concert to The Alex Theatre in Glendale. This special program honors the 157th birthday of Komitas Vardapet, the renowned composer and ethnomusicologist who dedicated his life to safeguarding Armenian music. The performance features traditional instruments and folk melodies, fresh interpretations of Komitas’s enduring pieces, and inventive arrangements that connect heritage with the present. It is a warm tribute to Armenia’s cultural legacy, resonating with music lovers, culture seekers, and the Armenian community. According to Stepan Partamian, Executive Director of Armenian Arts, a performance by Ethno Colors is a fitting way to celebrate Komitas on this milestone. Presented by Armenian Arts, an organization devoted to preserving and celebrating Armenian arts, music, and heritage throughout California and beyond.

At FlowState.Studio, this fusion dance gathering offers a lesson to start, an evening of Fusion Odyssey social dancing, and a "Midnight Mass" afters. The theme is to be announced and costumes are encouraged. The music lineup features DJ Opener, Pyro's NUCLEAR NINETY, and a closing set from DJ Pyro. Admission is $15, with tickets available in advance or at the door, and credit cards are accepted. The organizers rely on volunteers and provide free admission and beverages as thanks for contributing.

An in-person community meditation offers a welcoming space for practice and connection. Each session opens with a few short chants in English, then moves into alternating periods of silent sitting and walking meditation. The program continues with contemplation and group discussion, and wraps up with snacks and time to socialize. Meditation instruction is available for anyone who would like guidance, and attendees may arrive or leave as needed to fit their schedules. All are warmly welcome. Held at Shambhala Los Angeles in Burbank, where there is ample street parking. This is a free offering, and donations are welcome.

In Pasadena, this singles experience reimagines speed dating by prioritizing meaningful connection over small talk. Participants are guided through a series of interactive mini dates with up to 20 people, using practices like paired conversations, light movement or dancing, and communication games to explore real chemistry. The format is designed to feel authentic and can even be restorative, building relationship skills along the way. Many leave not only with matches but also with practical tools to bring more love into their dating life. At least 50,404 singles have participated, going on 347,030 dates in more than 50 cities worldwide, and 94.09 percent match with at least one person. Feedback often calls the experience transformative, with some meeting a life partner and others gaining deeper understanding or a sense of empowerment.

Presented by Sid The Cat, Laura Itandehui appears at Healing Force of the Universe. The singer, composer, and artist from Oaxaca, Mexico brings an inventive approach to contemporary Latin music, blending jazz, vocal improvisation, and Latin American popular rhythms with a poetic and personal touch. Her musical story began in childhood with the violin, alongside early encounters with huapango, bolero, and jazz. Influences such as José Alfredo Jiménez, Benny Moré, Joan Manuel Serrat, Víctor Jara, and Héctor Lavoe helped shape the emotional clarity and depth that now resonate in her own songs. She later refined her craft by studying Singing and Scat at the Jazz Academy of the Escuela Superior de Música, building strong technique to support her freedom to explore. The result is music that bridges tradition and discovery... a revitalization of the Latin American song shaped by her Mexican identity.