Events in Pasadena today

Readers gather for a lively conversation about The Bones of the Story by Carol Goodman. The discussion takes place outdoors beside the shop, in the circular area near Star Cafe. If attending in person is not possible, participants can email their reflections so they may be shared with the group. Copies of the book are available in print and, when available, as an e-book and a digital audiobook.

The Love Flamenco World Tour brings the raw power, deep emotion, and timeless spirit of flamenco to the stage, honoring a tradition recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. Led by Antonio “El Turry”, a decorated and widely respected voice in contemporary cante, the performance showcases guitarist Marcos de Silvia, a rising talent and recent recipient of the Grammy Scholarship from the Paco de Lucía Foundation, alongside dancers Fuensanta Blanco and Vero La India, who embody strength, grace, and purity in motion. The ensemble also features singer Iván Carpio from Seville, noted for depth and tradition, Miguel “El Cheyenne”, a master of rhythm and palmas, and dancer Ricardo Fernández “El Tete”, an emerging figure with a strong track record in Spain’s leading tablaos. Music, dance, and feeling converge in an immersive experience that invites the audience to sense the heartbeat of flamenco and share in its intensity.

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.

Ethno Colors, a contemporary folk ensemble from Armenia, brings a one-night performance to The Alex Theatre in Glendale in honor of Komitas Vardapet’s 157th birthday. The concert pays tribute to the composer and ethnomusicologist who dedicated his life to safeguarding Armenia’s musical heritage. Audiences can look forward to traditional instruments and folk melodies, fresh interpretations of Komitas’s works, and new arrangements that connect longstanding traditions with a modern sound. Presented by Armenian Arts, this program offers a warm celebration of Armenia’s cultural legacy for music enthusiasts, culture seekers, and the Armenian community.

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.

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.

Sid The Cat presents Laura Itandehui at Healing Force of the Universe, spotlighting a singer, composer, and artist from Oaxaca, Mexico whose work weaves jazz, vocal improvisation, and Latin American popular rhythms with a poetic, personal touch. Her musical path began in childhood with the violin and early encounters with huapango, bolero, and jazz, and her songwriting echoes the emotional depth of artists such as José Alfredo Jiménez, Benny Moré, Joan Manuel Serrat, Víctor Jara, and Héctor Lavoe. She later studied Singing and Scat at the Jazz Academy of the Escuela Superior de Música, grounding her adventurous approach in strong technique and revealing a contemporary voice that connects tradition with fresh possibilities through a distinctly Mexican perspective.