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In today's newsletter:

• What the massive new Raymond senior complex means for Shakers and you
• Is South Pasadena’s league dominance in danger from undefeated Monrovia?

Also on today's calendar: Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Los Angeles! and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one magnet say to the other magnet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 65 and low of 55 degrees.
• Wednesday: Morning rain, heavy at times, temps: high: 61, low: 54.
• Thursday: Cool with occasional rain, with a high of 63 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Senior Housing Complex Coming to South Pasadena (labusinessjournal.com) — A 287‑unit luxury senior housing complex called The Raymond is moving forward in South Pasadena, with city approvals in place and construction targeted to start in mid‑2026. The project will replace an office parking lot and the Shakers diner site, mixing independent, affordable, and assisted living units with high‑end amenities aimed at helping older residents stay in the community.
   

• SGV boys basketball Top 20: Damien, La Mirada, St. Francis on top (pasadenastarnews.com) — South Pasadena boys basketball gets a nod in new San Gabriel Valley rankings, where Monrovia’s surprise 14-0 start is challenging the usual Rio Hondo League powers. Damien, La Mirada, and St. Francis lead the overall Top 20, with several nearby schools preparing for holiday tournaments that could reshuffle the standings.
   

📸 Around South Pasadena

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🗓 Upcoming Events in South Pasadena

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday January 15

• Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Los Angeles!
  Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX, 5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles
  7:30 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday December 24

• A Christmas Carol
  A Noise Within Theatre , 3352 E Foothill Blvd , Pasadena
  2:00 pm
• Computer Classes
  Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
  3:00 pm
• Circadian Yoga Flow
  Crystalized Beauty by C.O.T.A Life , 709 Fremont Ave ste a , South Pasadena
  6:30 pm

Thursday December 25

• South Pasadena Farmers’ Market
  South Pasadena Farmer's Market , 920 Meridian Ave , South Pasadena
  4:00 pm
• Open Mic on Mission: A Singer/Songwriter Open Mic Hosted by Diana March
  Jeweled Universe , 1017 Mission St Unit B , South Pasadena
  6:30 pm

Friday December 26

• Broadway on Mission: A Musical Theater Open Mic
  Jeweled Universe , 1017 Mission St Unit B , South Pasadena
  7:30 pm

Saturday December 27

• Awaken Your Body
  Crystalized Beauty by C.O.T.A Life , 709 Fremont Ave ste a , South Pasadena
  9:00 am
• Knitting and Crochet Club
  Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
  1:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday December 24

• Vin/Yin Yoga with Sydney
  FLIHH Holistic Wellness Studio , 616 S Del Mar Ave K , San Gabriel
  9:00 am
• ARC BLS Provider
  CPR Training Centre , 1 S Hidalgo Ave , Alhambra
  10:30 am
• Computer Classes
  Harbor Gateway Branch Library Harbor City -
  3:00 pm

Friday December 26

• Smarty Pants Storytime
  San Gabriel Library , 500 S Del Mar Ave , San Gabriel
  11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Handyman needed.
  I’m looking for recommendations on a handyman who can do things from clearing drains that are backed up, to other small maintenance repairs. If… (Nextdoor South Pasadena-SE)

• Planet Fitness, Inc. posted a job opening for Crew Member in Alhambra. Apply here.
• Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Alhambra. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Pasadena here.

🗞 Nearby News

Alhambra

• Person killed in Alhambra house fire (cbsnews.com)
• Judge orders city of Monterey Park to turn over crime stats in mass shooting lawsuit (pasadenastarnews.com)

San Gabriel

• Celebrating Siban'gna: The San Gabriel Land Back Movement (coloradoboulevard.net)
• SGV girls basketball Top 20: La Salle, Glendora remain top two (sgvtribune.com)
• LA County deputies shoot suspect inside San Gabriel Valley Jack in the Box (cbsnews.com)

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