Monrovia Now: News and Comment about Monrovia, California

Current local job opportunities - August

2026-08-01T06:35:44.900-07:00

Here are links to the latest job opportunities for Monrovia:

Also, drop by America's Job Center of California at the Monrovia Community Adult School at 920 S. Mountain Ave., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday or Wednesday, or from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday.

And some more links for nearby:

USC Arcadia Hospital

Citrus College

CalState LA

LA County

And even more general:

Indeed

LinkedIn Jobs

CalJOBS (state employment)

- Brad Haugaard

Free home energy evaluations available through eSGV program

2026-07-31T13:15:42.999-07:00

The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments' Efficient San Gabriel Valley program is offering free home energy evaluations for Monrovia-area residents. Appointments include a 30–45-minute discussion with SGVCOG staff and a free, personalized energy-savings report. Free in-person and online evaluations are available. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police hosting National Night Out, Aug. 4

2026-07-31T13:11:13.663-07:00

The Monrovia Police Department is hosting National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Library Park. Meet your first responders. The event will include food, local vendors, and raffles.

- Brad Haugaard

Jazz and R&B Festival at Station Square Park, Aug. 15

2026-07-31T13:09:16.389-07:00

The Monrovia Duarte Black Alumni Association will present its 2026 Jazz and R&B Festival at Station Square Park, 1629 S. Myrtle Ave., on Saturday, Aug. 15, from 5 to 10 p.m. The event is for those 21 and over.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Library, Community Center open as cooling centers

2026-07-31T13:06:39.300-07:00

The Monrovia Public Library and Community Center are available as cooling centers during summer heat. The Library is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Thursday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. The Community Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

- Brad Haugaard

Historic walking tour of Old Town Monrovia, Aug. 1

2026-07-31T13:04:26.749-07:00

The Monrovia Historic Preservation Group will lead a walking tour of historic downtown Monrovia on Saturday, Aug. 1, at 10 a.m. The tour starts at the SE corner of Palm and Myrtle Avenues, lasts about two hours, and costs $5 per person.

- Brad Haugaard

VFW Poker Tournament Fundraiser, Aug. 1

2026-07-31T13:03:41.186-07:00

Monrovia’s VFW Post 2070 is hosting a Poker Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 5 to 9 p.m. at 825 Magnolia Ave., Monrovia. Only 40 seats are available; arrive early or pre-register during business hours. To reserve a seat or for questions, call (626) 359-9998.

- Brad Haugaard

Sierra Subaru of Monrovia collecting pet food and supplies for Skid Row animals

2026-07-31T12:58:38.240-07:00

Sierra Subaru of Monrovia is partnering with Starts With One Today to collect wet pet food, harnesses, and leashes for animals on Skid Row. Donations can be dropped off at the Sales and Service Desk, 735 E Central Ave.

- Brad Haugaard

Movies and Concerts in the Park: Aug. 1, 2, 8, and 9

2026-07-31T12:55:14.653-07:00

The city's Movies in the Park and Concerts in the Park continue in August. Movies: Aug. 1 — Lilo & Stitch (2025), Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Ave.; Aug. 8 — Wicked: For Good, Recreation Park, 620 S. Shamrock Ave. Concerts at Library Park: Aug. 2 — Upstream; Aug. 9 — Bumptown. Events are free and open to all. For information, call the Community Center at (626) 256-8246.

- Brad Haugaard

Coming Up in Monrovia

2026-07-31T06:05:26.966-07:00

Summer Concerts in the Park, Sundays May 31–Aug. 9

SPOT teen program at Library Park, June 5–Aug. 7

Monrovia High School pool open to public June 8–July 31

Centre Stage presents '13 The Musical,' July 16–19, and 'Honk! Jr.,' July 30–Aug. 1

Pasadena Humane Waives Adoption Fees for Dogs and Cats July 31–Aug. 9

Community bike ride, Aug. 1

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Aug. 1 at Santa Anita Race Track

Hope After the Hurt of abortion or sexual abuse event, Aug. 1

Upstream band - reggae, Soca and Carribean music - at Library Park, Sunday, August 2

Teen activity: Creating with air-dry clay, Aug. 3

Adult Craft Night at the Library, Aug. 4

Free Backpack Giveaway for Monrovia elementary students Aug. 7

Back to School giveaway Aug. 8

Spiderman Craft Party at the Library, Aug. 8

Yarn and Fabric Hangout at the Library, Aug. 11

- Brad Haugaard

Dinner at Ike’s Love & Sandwiches

2026-07-30T18:00:11.273-07:00

Dinner at Ike‘s Love & Sandwiches, in the Huntington Oaks shopping center. Got the Hunter Pence sandwich (turkey, bacon, avocado, cheese, etc.) for $16.50 and a drink for $2.99. Delicious! And it even came with a sucker.

- Brad Haugaard

Pasadena Humane Waives Adoption Fees for Dogs and Cats July 31–Aug. 9

2026-07-30T13:58:23.810-07:00

Pasadena Humane is waiving adoption fees for all adult dogs and cats (six months and older) from July 31 through Aug. 9 as part of its Hot Dog and Cool Cat Summer promotion. With nearly 100 adult pets available, the shelter hopes the fee-waived event will help more animals find homes during one of its busiest seasons. Adoptions are available daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. All adoptions include spay or neuter surgery, a microchip, and age-appropriate vaccinations. More information at pasadenahumane.org.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Gas thieves - and their lookout - caught; Bike rider tosses drug bag; Violent boyfriend caught nearby; Park after-hours arrest; Etc.

2026-07-30T13:50:29.536-07:00

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for July 23 – 29, 2026. 471 calls for service, 69 investigations, 2 mental evaluations, 3 traffic collisions, 23 arrests. - Brad Haugaard]

JULY 23

Theft / Conspiracy – Suspects Arrested

At 1:45 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of Kruse regarding a theft of gas in progress. Officers arrived and located two subjects. One of the subjects admitted to stealing gas from a vehicle, while the other subject acted as a look out. They were arrested and taken into custody.

Trespassing / Resist Arrest – Suspect Arrested

At 2:25 a.m., a disturbing subject was reported at a hotel in the 900 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and discovered a subject made entry into a room and was refusing to leave. Officers made contact with the subject and upon attempting to remove him, he began to resist. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Vehicle Burglary

At 6:12 a.m., a victim in the 200 block of S. Shamrock reported a window to his vehicle smashed and property taken. This investigation is continuing.

Forgery

At 3:55 p.m., a resident in the 300 block of Grand reported a check he had mailed out was intercepted by an unknown subject. The check was altered and cashed by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.

Shoplifting

At 7:55 p.m., officers responded to a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding a shoplifting incident that occurred the day prior. This investigation is continuing.

JULY 24

Burglary

At 6:07 a.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a burglary. Officers arrived and an investigation revealed money was taken from a safe. This investigation is continuing.

Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested

At 11:39 a.m., a resident in the area of Peck and Longden reported that a subject was attempting to start a fire. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. Officers did not find any evidence that a fire was attempted, but the subject was found to be in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested

At 12:55 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Myrtle and Brisbane conducted a traffic stop on a bicyclist for a traffic violation. As the bicyclist was yielding to the stop, he discarded a bag containing controlled substances. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

JULY 25

Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested

At 3:48 a.m., officers responded to a fight outside a restaurant in the 400 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and made contact with the victim. An investigation revealed the suspect was the victim’s boyfriend, he had punched and kicked the victim during an argument. He was located hiding nearby. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Criminal Threats / Weapons Offense – Suspect Arrested

At 10:26 a.m., a resident in the 2000 block of S. Peck reported that a subject threatened to kill him and brandished a knife. Officers arrived and located the suspect nearby. The suspect was found to be in possession of a knife. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested

At 10:26 a.m., an employee from a business in the 600 block of W. Huntington called to report a shoplifting in progress. Officers arrived and made contact with the suspect. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Vehicle Burglary

At 11:02 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 300 block of S. Heliotrope. Officers arrived and discovered that an unknown suspect forced entry to a parked car and stole property. This investigation is continuing.

JULY 26

Grand Theft Auto

At 10:04 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of E. Cherry reported her vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Vandalism / Resist Delay – Suspect Arrested

At 2:44 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of W. Foothill reported a male subject was spray painting walls in an alley. Officers arrived and located the suspect. He was arrested and taken into custody.

JULY 27

Criminal Threats – Suspect Arrested

At 8:25 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of W. Huntington reported two female subjects involved in a verbal altercation. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties. An investigation revealed one of the subjects’ threatened great bodily injury to the other. That individual was arrested and taken into custody.

Theft from Vehicle

At 11:29 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of N. Fifth reported that his vehicle was broken into and property taken. This investigation is continuing.

Bike Theft

At 5:39 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report his e-bike stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Court Order Violation – Suspect Arrested

At 8:55 p.m., a caller in the 200 block of W. Cherry reported that he was assaulted by his brother who he believed to be under the influence of a controlled substance. Officers arrived and determined the suspect was gone prior to officers’ arrival. An investigation revealed the suspect was living with a subject who he was restricted from being near. The suspect was later apprehended and taken into custody.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested

At 9:15 p.m., a business owner in the 100 block of E. Lime reported that a subject had fallen asleep inside the business after being asked to leave multiple times. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. It was determined that he was too intoxicated to care for himself.

JULY 28

No significant incidents to report.

JULY 29

Grand Theft

At 10:10 a.m., an employee from a store in the 100 block of W. Foothill reported a theft. The subjects were gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.

Theft

At 10:36 a.m., a theft was reported at a store in the 100 block of W. Foothill. This investigation is continuing.

Drug Activity – Suspect Arrested

At 8:33 p.m., a caller in the 100 block of W. Walnut reported a suspicious person. Officers arrived, located the subject and made contact with him. An investigation revealed he was in possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested

At 9:41 p.m., a passerby reported an intoxicated female in the 600 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and made contact with her. An investigation revealed she was too intoxicated to care for herself. She was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Municipal Code Violation – Suspect Arrested

At 1:01 a.m., officers patrolling the 300 block of S. Myrtle saw a subject in a park after hours. He was arrested and taken into custody.

Upstream band - reggae, Soca and Carribean music - at Library Park, Sunday, August 2

2026-07-30T06:00:00.000-07:00

Upstream band, reggae, Soca and Carribean music, at Library Park, Sunday, August 2, 7-8:30 p.m. Free outdoor concert. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and maybe a picnic basket, and food trucks will be available. Family-friendly event. For more information call 256-8246. Info on the band here.

- Brad Haugaard

Adult Craft Night at the Library, Aug. 4

2026-07-29T06:48:56.764-07:00

Make a feather pen at the Library Tuesday, Aug. 4, 6 to 7 p.m. Monthly adult craft program designed to encourage creativity and relaxation, with a different project each month. Participants will customize real feathers using their choice of ink colors and paint. Registration required. Event is full. For adults 18 and older. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Yarn and Fabric Hangout at the Library, Aug. 11

2026-07-29T06:45:52.055-07:00

Bring embroidery, knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, mending, or another portable craft to the Library on Tuesday, August 11, from 6 to 7 p.m.; sewing machines and basic instruction will also be available. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

Spiderman Craft Party at the Library, Aug. 8

2026-07-29T06:41:29.882-07:00

Children ages 6–11 can make Spider-Man-themed crafts to take home at the Library on Saturday, August 8, from noon to 1:30 p.m. Details.

- Brad Haugaard

West Nile Virus Detected in Dead Bird in Monrovia

2026-07-28T19:40:48.293-07:00

A dead bird collected in Monrovia has tested positive for West Nile virus, according to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District. Mosquitoes can become infected after feeding on infected birds and may then spread the virus to people through bites. Residents are encouraged to use an EPA-registered mosquito repellent when spending time outdoors, and to eliminate standing water around their homes, where mosquitoes lay their eggs. Click here for more information on repellents.

- Brad Haugaard

Playful Mason is a goofy, charming Husky who explores hard and naps harder

2026-07-28T09:00:53.593-07:00

Mason is the kind of dog who makes every outing more fun. This handsome 6-year-old Siberian Husky at Pasadena Humane loves exploring new places, sniffing every trail, splashing through sprinklers, and, of course, never says no to a pup cup. He's playful, confident, and full of goofy charm, but he's also happy to settle into a nice, relaxed walk once he's had a chance to get his excitement out.

Mason is also potty trained, knows several cues, takes treats gently, and after a day of adventures, his favorite place to be is curled up next to his favorite person for a long, cozy nap.

And there's no better time to adopt — starting July 31 through August 9, adoption fees for dogs and cat 6 months and older, like Mason, are waived at Pasadena Humane as part of the Hot Dog & Cool Cat Summer adoption promotion.

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.

Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.

New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.

Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: The Uyeda Family's Fruit Stand on Route 66

2026-07-28T07:00:09.623-07:00

In 1939, the Uyeda family - Yoshiko, mother Naka, Mary and father Yutaro - sold flats of strawberries and other fruit at 331 W. Huntington Drive (just a bit west of Magnolia), along a stretch of Route 66 busy with traffic between Los Angeles and Riverside/Palm Springs. When the family was forced into internment during World War II, their friend Orman Good looked after their property. From the Susie Ling collection. See full details here.

For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia-based Jewish Federation condemns antisemitic vandalism at Jewish Temple

2026-07-24T16:42:43.535-07:00

The Monrovia-based Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys has condemned antisemitic graffiti that defaced a mural in front of the Pasadena Jewish Temple & Center. The mural had been commissioned after a similar attack at the same location six months ago.

Executive Director Jason Moss called the act "appalling." The mural’s message is: “We are all responsible for each other.”

Moss said, “For the last several years, we have witnessed an unprecedented rise of hate that has targeted the Jewish world,” and that vandalism, he added, illustrates the hate Jews across the world continue to face. "I just don’t think people recognize or fully comprehend what this ongoing hate and targeting is doing to our local Jewish community.”

The Federation pledged to continue working with community partners to confront hate and support those affected.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Parks, Wilderness and Recreation Foundation Fundraiser

2026-07-24T11:14:16.004-07:00

City Council member Edward Belden churning ice cream.

Bid on spending a day as City Manager, or on two cakes baked by Monrovia Mayor Becky Shevlin, or bicycle-churned ice cream by City Councilman Edward Belden, or ... lots of other stuff - here. The auction will benefit the Monrovia Parks, Wilderness and Recreation Foundation, which provides enhancements to the city's parks, and recreational programs.

- Brad Haugaard

Movies in the Park switching to GOAT for July 25, Julian Fisher Park

2026-07-24T10:53:09.741-07:00

The Monrovia Movies in the Park event on Saturday, July 25, at Julian Fisher Park (915 S. California Ave.) will show GOAT instead of the originally scheduled film. Admission is free. The remaining summer lineup: Aug. 1 — Lilo & Stitch (2025) at Library Park; Aug. 8 — Wicked: For Good at Recreation Park (620 S. Shamrock Ave.).

- Brad Haugaard

Coming Up in Monrovia

2026-07-24T06:09:19.550-07:00

Summer Concerts in the Park, Sundays May 31–Aug. 9

SPOT teen program at Library Park, June 5–Aug. 7

Monrovia High School pool open to public June 8–July 31

Centre Stage presents '13 The Musical,' July 16–19, and 'Honk! Jr.,' July 30–Aug. 1

Laser tag for teens at the Library, July 24

Monrovia Vons to Hold Grand Re-Opening July 24

Music Trivia and Karaoke July 25 at Library

The Ace Band - rock music - at Library Park, Sunday, July 26

Paint, Sip, and Relax, at Chamber of Commerce, July 27

Pasadena Humane Hosts Free Pet Adoption Event July 27

Foothill Unity Center Back-to-School event July 29

Free How to Draw Wolves workshop, July 29

Community bike ride, Aug. 1

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Aug. 1 at Santa Anita Race Track

Hope After the Hurt of abortion or sexual abuse event, Aug. 1

Teen activity: Creating with air-dry clay, Aug. 3

Free Backpack Giveaway for Monrovia elementary students Aug. 7

Back to School giveaway Aug. 8

- Brad Haugaard

Dinner at Chick-fil-A

2026-07-23T18:19:31.779-07:00

Dinner tonight at Chick-fil-A, on the south side of Huntington, just west of the freeway. It has great air-conditioning! Got a spicy Honey Pepper Pimento sandwich with fries and a soda for $14.05. Nice, and did I mention they have air-conditioning? Also, oddly, I noticed the restaurant has bingo every Tuesday night from 5 to 7 p.m. RSVP on Instagram: @cfamonrovia.

- Brad Haugaard