Homeless Services Grant + Lincoln Heights Crash + Costco Recall

Happy Hump Day, everyone. This is your Patch editor here with the latest edition of the Pasadena Digest for Wednesday. Our top stories include Union Station Homeless Services receiving a $5 million grant, a Lincoln Heights car crash and Costco stores near Pasadena recalling Kool-Aid drink mix.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 73 Low: 52.

Here are the top stories in Pasadena today:

1. Union Station Homeless Services Receives Largest-Ever Grant of $5 Million (Pasadena Now)
2. City controller urges L.A.'s sidewalk repair to be improved (Los Angeles Times)
3. A 136-year-old Garvanza home has been nominated as a historic monument (The Eastsider LA)
4. Family suspects foul play in death of Los Angeles model Christy Giles (KABC-TV)
5. Driver wanted for domestic violence crashes vehicle on 5 Fwy in Lincoln Heights during pursuit (ktla.com)
6. Alhambra Presents 'Spark of Love' Toy Drive 2021 (coloradoboulevard.net)
7. Costco Stores Near Pasadena Recall Kool-Aid (Pasadena Patch)

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Today in Pasadena:

• Scheduling Packets current 10th Grade (SMHS Master) (12:00 AM)
• PTSA Restaurant Night at Chipotle - Blair High School (8:00 AM)
• COVID 19 and Flu Vaccine Clinic - Pasadena Public Health Department (1:30 PM)
• Vroman's: Dorie Greenspan discusses Baking with Dorie: Sweet, Salty & Simple (6:00 PM)
• Divorce Boot Camp – Pasadena, CA Hub ~ No–Cost Webinar (6:30 PM)
• East Meets West - Crowell Public Library of San Marino (7:00 PM)

Pasadena Patch Notebook

• Visit Pasadena: "One of the most iconic craftsman homes in Pasadena is @gamblehouse. It is one of the most recognizable locations in the "Back to the Future" film and served as Doc Brown's home. You can even tour the interior of the house. Schedule your ..." (Instagram)
• Pasadena Humane: "Giving Tuesday is an opportunity for our community to stand together in unity for the animals. Join us on Tuesday, November 30 for a global day of giving. This year, you can make a big impact for animals in need by helping us kick-start ..." (Instagram)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "We've partnered with Visit Pasadena to launch the “From Pasadena, with Love” campaign to encourage community members to shop and dine local this holiday season. Stop by a campaign welcome station starting on #SmallBusinessSaturday (Nov. ..." (Facebook)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "Economic Development Manager Eric Duyshart is retiring after 30 years of service to Pasadena. During his time with the City, Eric worked on a wide variety of projects and connected with countless businesses and institutions to bring new ..." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Education Network (PEN): "Tomorrow at 6:30 pm, come learn about school and district parent leadership opportunities and how to be a more effective parent leader and advocate! https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93218730352?pwd=MmtxQzRxTjdVNUE4S3JJRVFDYXNhUT09" (Facebook)
• Pasadena Education Network (PEN): "Lots of interesting topics on this Thursday's, 11/18, school board meeting agenda. The meeting starts at 3:45 with an Operational Review of the Business Services and Human Resources Depts, specific to the District’s payroll and position ..." (Facebook)
• Faith Mellinger: "This year on Halloween we took an adult trick or treating photo! Why do the kids get all fun!" (Instagram)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "We're honored to be recognized as a Digital Cities 2021 Survey winner by Government Technology News: https://bit.ly/CDG21-DigitalCi... #govIT #govtech" (Facebook)
• Pasadena Public Library: "Posted @withregram • @cityofpasadena Are you at risk of eviction due to unpaid rent? The CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program can help eligible renters impacted by COVID-19. Visit HousingIsKey.com or call (833) 430-2122 to check your eligibi..." (Instagram)
• Pasadena Public Library: "Ben Nims, LA Times cooking columnist, offers thanksgiving recipes that put a new spin on some of the classics. He'll be presenting "Holiday Cooking and Baking Tips" with us via Zoom on Dec 20th at 5pm. Sign up here to reserve your spot: ..." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Education Network (PEN): "Starting at 6:30! http://meet.google.com/ydp-qywa-hab" (Facebook)
• Pasadena Public Library: "Posted @withregram • @cityofpasadena Are you at risk of eviction due to unpaid rent? The CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program can help eligible renters impacted by COVID-19. Visit HousingIsKey.com or call (833) 430-2122 to check your eligibil..." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Farmers Market: "Seasonal flavors from #sconeagebakery. Big, fresh #cranberry to the end! Yummy, perfect for #Thanksgiving #breakfast . #saturdayatvictorypark" (Facebook)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "Hurry! Applications are due by November 18." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Farmers Market: "It's Wednesday folks!!😲 Saturday is shopping day for the biggest food event of the year! 😉Do you have your list ready?? ✅📝 Got your recipes ready?🥧 Hashtags 😝 #SupportSmallBusiness #farmersarethebest #foodsayslove "can you trace you..." (Facebook)
• Macaroni KID Pasadena CA: "Want bonus points for bringing home a better bacon? Enter to win 12 packages of Coleman Natural Uncured Hickory Smoked Bacon + more goodies to sizzle through the season! #ad #colemannatural" (Facebook)

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