The Flintridge Preparatory School JV Baseball team earned a hard-fought victory at Glendale Sports Complex Field 3 It was a competitive matchup that showcased strong teamwork who held their lead through the final innings to secure the win Flintridge Preparatory School, 4543 Crown Ave., La Cañada Flintridge, (818) 790-1178 or visit  www.flintridgeprep.org Learn more about the Pasadena area's finest private schools Organize Nurses at Alhambra Hospital Medical Center in Alhambra will hold an informational picket on Wednesday to protest the administration’s refusal to address RNs’ deep concerns about patient care announced California Nurses Association/National Nurses United (CNA/NNU) Nurses notified their employer on April 11 that they would hold an informational picket Alhambra Hospital Medical Center nurses have been in negotiations since August 2024 for a new contract with little to no movement on key issues resulting in nurses performing this additional duty when they should be caring for their patients This can lead to longer wait times in the emergency department and unsafe patient care nurses are also missing meal and rest breaks RNs are fighting for a resource nurse who can not only help with break relief but can also help support staffing needs “When we are at full capacity with patient care we often cannot take a break for a meal or to just take a 10-minute break,” said Jacky Reyna RN and nurse representative in the medical-surgical unit at Alhambra Hospital Medical Center “Having a resource nurse would help all units so nurses can be guaranteed break coverage A well-rested nurse is important to providing safe patient care.” Who: Registered nurses at Alhambra Hospital Medical CenterWhat: Informational picket for patient safety and a fair contractWhen: Wednesday 6:30 a.m.­–8:00 a.m.Where: Alhambra Hospital Medical Center The RNs urge management to invest in nursing staff and agree to a contract that provides: “Patient advocacy is always at the heart of our work as registered nurses,” said Farah Gerami RN in the emergency department at Alhambra Hospital Medical Center “Providing our patients with the best care includes speaking up for those who can’t We are fighting for a fair contract because we care about our patients and our community A fair contract will protect our patients and my colleagues.” California Nurses Association represents nearly 170 nurses at Alhambra Hospital Medical Center California Nurses Association/National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the nation with more than 100,000 members in more than 200 facilities throughout California and more than 225,000 RNs nationwide CE courses are free to National Nurses United members See all classes If you’re interested in organizing a union at your facility Contact us See all issues © 2010 - 2025 National Nurses United    |    Privacy Policy For more than a half century, Jacksonville’s Alhambra Theatre & Dining has drawn crowds to its Beach Boulevard theater to see Hollywood celebrities and talented local actors sing and dance across the stage to some of theater’s biggest hits the theater bills itself as the nation’s oldest continuously operated dinner theater the Alhambra paused performances in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic.)  Opened in 1967 with Neil Simon’s “Come Blow Your Horn,” the Alhambra has brought some of film and TV’s biggest names to the stage over the years Dawn Wells and dozens and dozens of others In 2009, a new group of investors led by Craig Smith took over the 375-seat theater revitalizing it and replacing the traditional dinner buffet with plated Attendance grew to a record 135,000 in 2023 the Alhambra is now earning national accolades On Wednesday, the theater was named to USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards’ Top 10 dinner theaters in the U.S. earning top spot on the list based on votes from readers “We are honored and humbled to receive this incredible recognition,” Smith said in a news release “It’s a testament to our dedicated staff and talented performers the loyal Season Partners and guests who continue to support the Alhambra year after year This award belongs to them as much as it does to us.” Fort Myers’ Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre was the only other Florida theater on the list the Alhambra's’ remaining shows this season include “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” “My Fair Lady,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and more LAist is part of Southern California Public Radio that’s part of its charm; it still feels very L.A The reasonable rents and great walkability make it the perfect place to scout out cheap fast food While it offers a wide variety of noodles and dumplings Malaysian brunch items that go well with a nice cup of tea head over to the counter where daily hot and cold bar offerings are served cafeteria-style Let faith guide you into picking any of their combination plates ranging from one item for $8.71 to a four-item combo for $10.91 always looking to get the most bang for my buck It will burn you as it runs down your face and hands you’ll be highly rewarded with one of our favorite dumplings in all of Los Angeles A simple pad Thai noodle with tofu usually does the trick for my money almost burnt marshmallow flavor from the tamarind intermingles perfectly with the evenly fried cubes of tofu and bean sprouts make a combo for $13.95 - $14.95 with a one-item appetizer for a bunch of extra creamy crunch that perfectly rounds out your meal Double your luck with an order of wet fries ($6.75) featuring a large order of medium-thick-cut spuds heavily drenched in dark brown gravy sauce The salty-tasting sauce provides the perfect shellac-like layering between bites of your sandwich It’s a simple meal that doesn’t require much thought and offers just the right amount of comfort served with rice cooked with chicken broth and a trio of dipping sauces consisting of soy sauce You can also choose dark meat for a dollar more Pair it with half a side of salad and a creamy ginger vinaigrette There’s something to be said about dipping a piece of the smooth and velvety chicken into the sauce before following it up with some rich-tasting rice or a satisfying crunch from the salad Honorable mention goes to their daily specials I had the roti canai with chicken curry ($8.95) This soft flatbread is served with two sides of curry one vegetable-based and the other stewed chicken Plans to refurbish Alhambra Hall are nearing completion Residents longing to enjoy Alhambra Hall's waterfront splendor trees and surrounding park area won't have to wait much longer as the venue's current renovation is scheduled for completion this summer Town of Mount Pleasant staff reported the recent conclusion of demolition The interior and exterior improvements to the event space will comprise a new sheathing system and vapor barrier that were previously absent with plans calling for the Hall to retain its distinguished gray color with fresh white trim Interior work saw the Hill Construction crew tear down and replace damaged sheetrock as well as discarding all mismatched flooring were made in the interest of extending the life and usability of the gathering facility along with a brick screening wall near completion that will serve to conceal and/or reduce noise emanating from on-site equipment Also ready are brick-lined sidewalks and parking upgrades the construction team has removed outdated playground features to promote the preservation of resident trees Replacing the old equipment are new inclusive amenities with a rubberized surface augmenting accessibility Further detailed were newly installed sidewalks connecting the entrance to the playground plantings and fencing will also be part of the package as the reopening nears A September grand opening date is forthcoming #AlhambraHall #TownofMountPleasant #MountPleasantNews #MountPleasantConstruction  Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Marcus & Millichap brokers the $26.3 million sale of an apartment complex in Alhambra Dana Point-based commercial real estate investment company Raintree Partners purchased the property and plans to refurbish the asset to make it more competitive with newer products nearby The sale represents the second largest asset sold in Alhambra in the last 25 years in terms of number of units as well as sale price according to Institutional Property Advisors “Well-maintained under the same family ownership for the past 40-plus years the buyer is in position to reposition the property over the next several years to compete with the renovated market leaders in the surrounding submarkets,” Joseph Grabiec executive managing director of investments at IPA “With 95% of all multifamily units in Alhambra built prior to 2000 and limited new construction on the horizon demand for renovated properties is expected to remain high.” along with IPA’s Kevin Green and Gregory Harris represented the unnamed seller and procured Raintree Partners in the sale “Vacancy is projected to be 3% over the next five years as only one new multifamily unit has been added per 210 residents in Alhambra over the last 25 years and single-family home values have increased by 40%,” Green added Woodside Terrace is a gated community with a swimming pool Apartment units feature original cabinetry floor-to-ceiling pantries and private patios or balconies The property is situated among major freeways Major employers and institutions in the area include Southern California Edison Co. Learn how to describe the purpose of the image (opens in a new tab) Leave empty if the image is purely decorative An empty lot at the intersection of Cordova and Main Streets in Alhambra is up for redevelopment with housing, Intracorp Homes announced this month.  calls for the construction of 49 new homes - including nine single-family residents and 40 townhomes Plans call for three-story single-family homes averaging approximately 2,122 square feet in size with four bedrooms and rooftop decks The townhomes will also stand three stories in height ranging from 1,374 to 2,277 square feet in size “We are beyond thrilled to break ground on Cordova but we are especially proud to be the only production home developer to have a new for-sale project in the City of Alhambra since updating the new Housing Element and Zoning Codes,” says Intracorp vice president Rick Puffer in a statement Designed by WHA Cordova will have Spanish-style architecture with the project site broken up through paseos The project is being developed  as a joint venture between Intracorp and IHP Capital Partners. The two firms have previously developed housing with each other in Arcadia. Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIn / Threads / Instagram / Bluesky A student art exhibition is on display at the Alhambra Theatre for the Pennyroyal Arts Council’s annual observance of Youth Art Month which culminates with a reception and recognition ceremony at 5 p.m The exhibit features artwork by students from Christian and Todd counties educators and community members are invited to attend and celebrate the creative achievements of our young artists,” organizers said in a press release from the arts council.  Locally it is part of the arts council’s smARTS program “We believe that art has the power to inspire education coordinator for the arts council said in the release.  PROFILEmiami - Your Premier South Florida Real Estate & Lifestyle Guide PROFILEmiami is a leading source of Miami and South Florida Residential and Commercial Real Estate News and Content EVENT MAY 21: Secure your spot Royal Retreat - Hospitality Real Estate in Miami at Queen Miami-based real estate development firm MG Developer and co-developer Vertical Developments a highly anticipated mixed-use development in the heart of Coral Gables this sophisticated project seamlessly blends modern design further enhancing the City Beautiful’s celebrated architectural landscape Prices for the residences start at $1.1 million catering to discerning buyers who appreciate Coral Gables’ rich cultural heritage ONE Sotheby’s International Realty is the exclusive broker handling marketing and sales for Alhambra Parc 170,000-square-foot development will feature 78 luxury residences and nearly 18,000 square feet of ground-floor retail space “Coral Gables has always been a cornerstone of sophisticated living in South Florida,” said Alirio Torrealba we’re creating more than just residences; we are cementing a residential community that celebrates the city’s heritage while offering modern comforts and conveniences That’s our signature mark and the legacy we will continue to leave behind 100 years from now.” Alhambra Parc is a thoughtfully designed residential experience that will offer residents an exceptional selection of carefully curated amenities designed to elevate comfort and convenience This includes two rooftop decks featuring a pool and several serene green outdoor spaces on the top floor Residents with children will also have access to a dedicated children’s playroom Alhambra Parc also features a state-of-the-art fitness center and a residents' lounge ideal for entertaining friends and families “This is a momentous occasion as we celebrate not only MG Developer’s 10th project in the City of Coral Gables but also 10 years of development throughout South Florida,” said Diego Torrealba “Alhambra Parc signifies an exciting transition from MG’s luxury townhome developments to vertical living that targets a younger demographic allowing us to explore new market segments at an attractive price point.” Just steps from Downtown Coral Gables and Miracle Mile Alhambra Parc places residents at the heart of a thriving neighborhood rich in culture “We’re thrilled to launch sales for Alhambra Parc which represents a new chapter in Coral Gables living,” said Fernando de Nunez “This project is about delivering a modern luxurious lifestyle while staying true to the timeless architectural character of Coral Gables It’s a unique opportunity for buyers to own in such a vibrant and dynamic location.” “We are excited to collaborate with MG again on another exceptional development and to introduce this landmark addition to Coral Gables’ legacy of luxury,” added Mayi de la Vega Founder and CEO of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty Alhambra Parc will elevate the standard for luxury condominium living in one of Miami’s most sought-after addresses.” For more information about Alhambra Parc or to inquire about purchasing a unit please fill out the form below: Sign up to stay up to date with the latest in Miami residential and commercial real estate news and content Sign up to receive PROFILEmiami’s Bi-Weekly Newsletter to stay up to date with the latest in South Florida residential and commercial real estate news and content Actively read by 15K+ of South Florida’s Top Real Estate Industry Professionals Fort Lauderdale and the Palm Beaches since 2016 Privacy Policy PROFILEmiami takes no ownership of any imagery unless otherwise noted. Jessica Binnquist has served as Alhambra’s City Manager since January 2018. Her initial contract was set for four years, expiring in 2022, and was subsequently extended for another five years, through 2027. Now, more than two and a half years before her current contract is set to end, she has requested an extension through 2031. (Source: Agenda Item #6) The proposed amended contract also includes a provision stating that the contract would automatically extend on an annual basis unless she is formally terminated The budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 allocates $303,580 for the City Manager’s salary an increase from the $246,380 budgeted for her position in 2018-2019 Several members of the public voiced opposition to the proposed contract extension Former Planning Commissioner and long-time Alhambra resident Ron Sahu argued against such a lengthy extension Sahu warned that such a change to the City Manager’s contract is the most strategic decision that the council can make providing checks and balances and oversight to the CEO of the city to whom 686 employees report He argued if they approve extending her contract to 2031 they abdicate their key authority and neuter future councils Sahu proposed that they wait till November 2026 and then extend the contract for two years if warranted Lewis McCammon praised the City Manager’s performance but suggested the period of time for an extension was unusually long and suggested four years “Positions of such power have term limits for a reason.” She said it would be irresponsible reckless and unprecedented to lock in a city manager for 15 years “Please be prudent…as this role holds significant authority of our city,” she added such a contract extension “is not appropriate because we are the stakeholders.” Design Review Board Commissioner Jennifer Ng shared similar concerns when she saw the dates in the contract draft it “seemed like a long time” to her questioned the rationale behind extending the contract through 2031 when the city is not even halfway through 2025 “Why are you trying to extend her contract when it hasn’t even expired There’s no explanation or justification for it As a taxpayer that funds part of her salary Alhambra residents need to know about this.” the City Manager’s responsibilities include fostering a “diversified and sustained economic base” and “enhance quality of life through recreational opportunities and community events.” However she criticized the city for overdevelopment “It’s been a ghost town on Main Street Where’s our Old Town [Alhambra]?” she asked Councilman Jeff Maloney disagreed with the idea of extending contracts every two years “We’re not hiring a federal judge for a lifetime,” he said “We can fire a city employee with cause at any point It’s our responsibility that the staff executes the policies we adopt.” Binnquist for being responsive to the councilmembers and said “We are fortunate to have a city manager who likes working here.” noting that the City Manager responds to her when she contacts her Councilwoman Adele Andrade-Stadler addressed concerns raised by residents about the length of the proposed extension “We don’t know what’s going to happen in the future when it’s that far off,” she said “expanding the contract to another two years for a total of four,” instead of seven Councilman Ross Maza spoke in favor of the stability a long-term city manager provides “I don’t think it’s fair to attack our staff,” said Councilwoman Noya Wang She’s very receptive.” Wang added that she couldn’t fairly assess the performance of the City Manager as she had only been on the council for three months Maloney made the motion to move forward with the contract amendment Mayor Lee joined them in voting “yes.” Councilwoman Andrade-Stadler voted “no,” and Councilwoman Wong abstained City Manager Binnquist’s employment contract will run for an additional six-plus-year term Many of our advertisers are local businesses that have been impacted directly by the fire we immediately removed all advertisements the day after the fire and transformed our site to provide live updates We felt it would be inappropriate to run ads while our friends and neighbors were being evacuated and displaced we don’t outsource our operations overseas Our priority has been to keep you and ourselves informed with timely even a small contribution of $5 can make a significant difference Please click the blue button below to learn more about how you can assist Support Melissa Michelson is a resident of Alhambra She cares for the community and engages in local activism Colorado Boulevard is your place for enlightening events informative news and social living for the greater Pasadena area and work together to make a better world for all of us See all articles See all newsflashes Back to articles The City Council in Alhambra was in session for six hours on the night of Monday and increased funding for the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce and historic preservation consultants Alhambra City Council meeting were devoted to public comment during which students and parents spoke in favor of keeping the current rules on fireworks sales in the City State fire code bans the sale and use of illegal fireworks “safe and sane” fireworks are sold between June 28 and July 6—and there are no restrictions on when during the year those fireworks can be set off Revenue from firework fundraising supports school extracurricular programs The City Council had planned to vote at the end of the meeting on whether to add the topic of firework sales to a future agenda Councilwoman Adele Andrade-Stadler had planned to propose banning “safe and sane” fireworks Mayor Katherine Lee had hoped to restrict fireworks use to July 4 only Councilwoman Noya Wang expressed that she didn’t want to make any changes to the current rules on “safe and sane” fireworks and the topic was not added to a future agenda The City Council unanimously approved several zoning code updates proposed by staff One change is the removal of definitions for “High Quality Transit Corridor” and “Major Transit Stop,” terms relevant to high-density housing development Staff also proposed creating a buffer zone for firearm sales gun shops would be limited to Alhambra’s industrial zone—home to businesses like Costco and Home Depot—provided they are not located within two blocks (or 600 feet) of another gun shop or certain sensitive properties such as schools Staff initially proposed a 1,000-foot buffer but that would leave no available sites in the industrial zone No council members proposed an alternative buffer distance the process for obtaining permits was formalized into city law food truck permits were managed informally through the City Manager provided the truck is located at least 300 feet from another food truck or a brick-and-mortar restaurant Several residents spoke in support of adding speed humps to Alhambra’s residential streets The council acknowledged the long-standing need for traffic calming measures residents will be able to apply for features like speed humps but must first obtain approval from their neighbors The Council suggested a 67% approval threshold and emphasized that tenants—not just property owners—should be included in the process The City Council approved an additional $40,860 for Historic Resources Group (HRG) to present the Historic Preservation Ordinance to the Planning Commission and City Council This brings the total payment for Phase 2 and 3—covering a windshield survey of properties and the ordinance—to $317,340 The City had previously paid HRG $48,175 for Phase 1 which involved creating the Historic Context Statement The Council also increased annual funding for the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce from $120,000 to $144,000 to help cover the Chamber’s expenses for hosting the Lunar New Year event vote was 4 in favor of giving the Chamber of Commerce an additional $12,000 per month through June 2027 and 1 opposed — with Mayor Katherine Lee casting the dissenting vote The video of the Alhambra City Council April 15 meeting can be found at this link is slated for Valentine’s night at the Alhambra Theatre.  Tickets for the 7 p.m. Friday show, which are available to purchase online are $50 for general admission or $38 for students and military members The show is part of the Pennyroyal Arts Council’s Live at the Alhambra series so season-ticket holders have already paid for admission.  Shadows of the 60s, which tours nationally, features a large ensemble of musicians and dancers who perform hits by groups such as the Temptations “This highly interactive and visually captivating production brings to life the timeless music of The Temptations The Contours and many more,” organizers said in a press release from the arts councils “With exquisitely designed costumes and powerhouse vocals backed by top industry musicians Shadows of the 60s recreates the energy and magic of an original Motown concert experience transporting audiences back to the golden era of soul.” Pasadena High School’s Bulldogs Varsity Baseball team faced off against the Alhambra Moors (Alhambra with both teams showing strong performances on the field Pasadena’s players demonstrated solid teamwork and determination keeping the game competitive until the final inning Fans will have another opportunity to support the Bulldogs on Tuesday when they take on South Pasadena High School Come out and cheer for the team as they look to secure a win Pasadena High School, 2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd., Pasadena, (626) 396-5880 or visit https://phs.pusd.us/ F | F | 5-Day Forecast °F Now | Forecast [Photo credit: Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival] the Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival has ushered in prosperity and joy to the San Gabriel Valley,” according to the festival organizers who highlighted the event’s longstanding presence in the community This year’s festival will feature a special Gallery Nucleus booth displaying Chinese Zodiac-inspired artwork by artists including Jenny Yu Over 100 vendors and attractions will fill downtown Alhambra New attendees can participate in a Cultural Passport experience that guides visitors through how different regions celebrate the holiday The program showcases time-honored traditions marked by the giving of lucky money and prayers for good fortune and prosperity Entertainment offerings include traditional dragon dances and various cultural performances on the Main Stage Local restaurants from across the San Gabriel Valley will provide authentic cuisine while interactive booths offer family-friendly activities throughout the day XHTML: You can use these tags: <a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <s> <strike> <strong> Print Not long ago dentists were about as welcome as a toothache at shopping centers Landlords preferred more conventional retailers in their malls relegating dentists to out-of-the-way locations if they would lease space to them at all Now they are prominent tenants in many shopping centers as part of a growing trend of medical-retail or “medtail” businesses joining boutiques and restaurants at neighborhood malls Prime spots in malls “used to be reserved for ‘better’ tenants” than dentists vice president of real estate at PDS Health which operates more than 300 dental offices in California including Alhambra Modern Dentistry at Alhambra Place The dentist shares the upscale Alhambra shopping center with Sephora and Sprouts Farmers Market serving patients who might have had to trek to a medical office building in years past to get their teeth cleaned It’s a sign of how shopping centers have changed since pandemic restrictions caused many small businesses to close and led retail landlords to embrace a wide range of medical-related tenants including dentists to fill empty space and coax potential customers to other stores in their malls they can be more choosy about where they set up a practice PDS Health likes local shopping centers that people who live nearby visit often preferably with a big-box draw such as Target “We also love neighborhood grocery stores,” Aguon said because people buy food often and many of the shoppers are women “We found that women in households tend to make most of the healthcare decisions for the house,” he said “If they notice that the dentist is conveniently located in that same center Nevada-based PDS Health recruits young dentists out of dental schools and sets them up in storefront locations around the country Patients are frequently walk-ins with an immediate issue like a toothache or neighbors who want a dentist closer to home Inside the Alhambra Modern Dentistry office at Alhambra Place Chun / Los Angeles Times) The offices are intended to be more appealing than “mom-and-pop” storefront dentists of the past PDS Health chief executive Stephen Thorne said with uncluttered waiting rooms and light colors Dentistry is just one example of what in the real estate business is known as “medtail,” a portmanteau of “medical” and “retail.” The category has been growing since mandatory shutdowns and changing shopping patterns caused by COVID-19 led shopping center owners to change their mix of tenants president of retail services in the Americas for real estate brokerage Cushman & Wakefield During the early days of the pandemic when all non-essential businesses were ordered closed health-related stores stayed open and paid rent Their landlords learned medtail businesses were pandemic- and inflation-resistant Urgent care facilities were an early medtail use followed by veterinarians and then dentists Now the wellness category is expanding in several directions Boutique gyms and chain fitness centers are common in malls. Nearby may be a range of wellness businesses such as StretchLab where clients get help stretching to relieve muscle and joint pain There are infrared light-heated saunas, showers with vitamin-C infused water and cold plunges at Sweathouz Other wellness businesses include acupuncture red light therapy to reduce pain and inflammation and IV drips for hydration that include vitamins and minerals also known to ease hangovers “We’re also seeing a lot of skincare” businesses Another class of wellness provider perhaps coming to shopping centers revolves around semaglutide drugs such as Ozempic Wegovy and Mounjaro that can help people drop pounds “I think there’s a whole new category coming that started in the last two years and it all stems around weight loss,” said Colin Shaughnessy executive vice president of leasing in the U.S for shopping center owner Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield “The economic impact of something like Ozempic is going to be felt for the next decade.” Shopping centers may someday include weight-loss clinics with specialized doctors and perhaps life coaches to help people maintain their achievements a lot of people lose a lot of weight then put it back on” in part because they haven’t created new habits for a more healthy lifestyle and need guidance “I think it’s the next wave of where healthcare within retail could go.” People who have experienced weight loss become more likely to join fit people who patronize wellness businesses, he said, and malls will be there for them. He envisions people, for example, visiting a gym, followed by a cold plunge or massage and then finishing up with a healthy meal all in walking distance. Good health is its own reward, but for some people with the means, “wellness is kind of entertainment,” Shaughnessy said. Business The recent growth in experiential retail combines the changing attitudes of shoppers with landlords’ need to fill space Malls have been struggling for decades as department stores consolidated and fell out of favor At his company’s Westfield Century City shopping center there is a UCLA medical clinic with immediate care Concierge provider Next Health offers a wide range of services including NAD therapy intended to increase energy and mental clarity ozone therapy to reduce inflammation and boost immunity microneedling and hormone replacement therapy to raise testosterone or estrogen levels People often visit wellness tenants including gyms three to five times a week which may lead them to patronize other mall businesses as well The addition of wellness tenants also helps more traditional mall merchants by not being competitors in such typical mall businesses as clothing boutiques a very miniature golf course where every hole is intended to be Instagramable on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica (Genaro Molina / Los Angeles Times) Medtail joins another category of tenants intended to attract visitors known as experiential retail which has also surged in popularity since the pandemic as people eager to amuse themselves among friends sought out group activities bowling and ax-throwing are being offered in spaces that once held conventional stores Also trending up as mall tenants are purveyors of comforting treats such as warm cookies, elaborate sodas and cupcakes, according to a report by neighborhood shopping center landlord Phillips Edison & Co. “Ironically, the increase in health and wellness goods and services coincides with the increase in specialty sweets and treats,” the report said, with dessert shop openings going up 50% in a recent one-year period as consumers looked for affordable indulgences. Even prior to the pandemic, mall operators were having trouble keeping their properties occupied as shopping habits changed, Scardina said, so “it’s been terrific to bring in new concepts to these locations.” Roger Vincent covers commercial real estate for the Los Angeles Times. Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map a 2025 recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant brings his musical power and passion back to Miami for a free concert with the Alhambra Orchestra at the FIU Wertheim Performing Arts Center Mesa will perform the dramatic Cello Concerto by Antonin Dvorak and the program will conclude with a full-orchestra performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture a work so thrilling that it often accompanies outdoor fireworks Bring your family and friends for this rare chance to enjoy the height of Romantic-era orchestral splendor for free Also enjoy a brief special appearance by the talented strings ensemble from Whispering Pines Elementary The Alhambra Orchestra is Miami’s community orchestra presenting live classical performances in affordable The concert is free, no tickets or reservations needed. 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[Photo credit: City of Alhambra]The City of Alhambra will showcase its 96th Rose Parade float entry in Pasadena’s 136th parade on New Year’s Day featuring a design from their annual student art contest titled “Good Day Dreamin’,” transforms Northrup Elementary fourth-grader Chelsea Yeung’s winning artwork into an elaborate display featuring a terrier mix The Phoenix Decorating Company has incorporated natural materials to construct the intricate floral arrangements adorning the float This year’s entry perfectly aligns with the parade’s theme “Best Day Ever!” while highlighting Alhambra’s upcoming permanent dog park project near the Alhambra Golf Course The new dog park initiative gained substantial community backing during a 2023 Paw-Pup Dog Park pilot program and gathered support from more than 1,300 local residents The float’s design integrates symbolic elements of the City’s character Alhambra has maintained its presence in the Rose Parade since 1929 demonstrating nearly a century of commitment to showcasing local talent The annual student art contest that produced Yeung’s winning design exemplifies Alhambra’s dedication to fostering creativity across generations in its diverse community will join members of the Alhambra City Council during the parade as the float makes its way down Colorado Boulevard the float celebrates Alhambra’s vibrant neighborhoods The City has opened volunteer opportunities for community members to participate in decorating the float with registration available through the official City website Alhambra’s planned Paw-Pup Dog Park is scheduled to open in late 2025 More » The ‘Humming-Byrd’ House: A Mid-Century Storybook Ranch Surrounded by Nature Pasadena Now has been published daily since April 2004 and is among the very oldest continuously operated community news websites in the U.S Pasadena Now strives to publish a full spectrum of news and information articles in service to the entire community The publication will remain free to readers and will not erect paywalls Copyright © 2025. 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Subscribe to our feeds to get the latest headlines, summaries and links back to full articles – formatted for your favorite feed reader and updated throughout the day. the clean-up will provide a great opportunity to give back to the community while making a noticeable impact This year’s clean-up will focus on assisting neighbors with yard work and disposing of bulky items It’s a fantastic way to contribute to the beautification of Alhambra and help residents tackle their Spring cleaning Anyone interested in volunteering is encouraged to participate, but all volunteers must complete a waiver prior to the event Volunteers can register or ask for additional information by emailing the City of Alhambra at code@cityofalhambra.org or by calling (626) 570-3230 Mark your calendars and join a day of community spirit Our News Desk department consists of a collective of news gatherers in order to keep the community informed and safe Colorado Boulevard is your place for informative news and social living for the greater Pasadena area See all articles Victor, an Alhambra resident for 30 years but now living in adjacent San Marino, was one of the protestors standing outside 1200 W. Main Street. This was his tenth protest so far, alternating between those he finds posted on the takedownteslas website. A geriatric care social worker, Victor is deeply concerned about cuts to Social Security and Medicare. “Sell it!” he called out to a passing white Tesla. Victor said there has been a mixed reaction from Tesla drivers when he urges them to sell their vehicles. He recounted one encounter where a Tesla driver told him he couldn’t sell because he was “upside down” on his car loan. The group has been meeting since early February, gathering every Friday at 7:00 pm, as well as on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, rain or shine. David, an Alhambra resident, joined the protest after work and picked up a sign. He noticed that previous protests had seen more people, but said that regardless of whether or not Musk continues to play a role in the current administration, he would keep protesting. He believes Musk will continue to be a problem by funneling money into supporting the worst political candidates. Another demonstrator, Thanos of San Gabriel, said, “We will be here regardless of what happens to Musk. The system is allowing felons to be elected president, and that’s the problem.” Signs at the protest in front of Tesla Dealership in Alhambra (Photo – Melissa Michelson) Jessica Beresford selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter When Van Cleef & Arpels first launched Alhambra – its discreet yet instantly recognisable line of jewels – in the 1960s younger customer base who wanted accessibly priced yet high-end goods It was jewellery’s answer to prêt-à-porter as democratic as Rive Gauche at Yves Saint Laurent and fed a seemingly insatiable consumer appetite for fine bijoux After nearly six decades of ebbing and flowing in popularity the four-leaf clover motif (prices start at £1,300) hangs from necks wraps around wrists and dangles off earlobes both young and old Rappers including Central Cee and Offset wear stacks of Alhambra bracelets while Drake namechecks the brand in his songs TikTok influencers discuss at length which iteration – from malachite to mother-of-pearl – is their favourite The Princess of Wales wears Alhambra on the red carpet as does Queen Camilla; England footballers’ wives and girlfriends wear them on the terraces The company doesn’t reveal earnings for individual houses within its stable global head of consumer and retail equity research at HSBC says his company estimates the brand’s sales at around $4bn It is worn both by rappers and Queen Camilla it’s a pretty incredible feat to be able to grow at all in luxury we work out that [growth] is probably somewhere in the low-to-mid teens for Van Cleef,” he says adding that the brand is “clearly gaining significant share internally within the group but also relative to peers” Much of the appeal of Alhambra lies in its amulet-like design The brand has long promoted themes of luck with the four-leaf clover appearing in the archives as early as 1906 nephew of the maison’s founders and eventual CEO was said to pick four-leaf clovers from the grounds of his house in France and press them onto cards to give to employees as a pick-me-up The first Alhambra – a long necklace in plain gold with 20 quatrefoil motifs – was made in 1968 in Paris There are plenty of theories about where the name came from the most common that it was in honour of the 13th-century Alhambra fortress complex in Granada Another posits that an Arpels family relative mistook the gothic quatrefoils of the Doge’s Palace for the Andalusian palace diamond and tiger-eye Vintage Alhambra ring gold and onyx Vintage Alhambra 5 motifs bracelet and gold and agate Vintage Alhambra 5 motifs bracelet £4,800 © Valentin HennequinThe title and design played on a perceived exoticism and also exemplified the free-spirited cultural climate of the ’60s which favoured long chains and medallions that could be layered over each other appealed to the era’s tastes for bold colour was photographed wearing the little clover motifs mother-of-pearl and onyx Alhambras over a pussybow blouse while Elizabeth Taylor had an impressive collection that she continuously replenished over the years Today, Alhambra is as important to Van Cleef & Arpels as the Love range is to Cartier or T is to Tiffany & Co thanks to what Rambourg says was a concerted marketing effort to “put Van Cleef on the map” advertising and developing in-store experiences to grow it.”  This strategy was executed under the guidance of Nicolas Bos CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels between 2013 and 2024 promoted this year to group CEO of Richemont Bos attributed the brand’s success to a strong retail network spanning the US as well as accelerated production capacity Van Cleef & Arpels gold and mother-of-pearl Vintage Alhambra 10 motifs necklace, £8,150, and gold and onyx Sweet Alhambra earstuds, £2,310 © Valentin HennequinBrand strategy aside, analytics platform WeArisma attributes Alhambra’s surge in popularity to “word-of-mouth” despite growing more than 60 per cent year-on-year are not a major focus for the brand,” says WeArisma founder Jenny Tsai “They make up just four per cent of 2024’s [Van Cleef & Arpels] content and generate four per cent of interactions [the brand] relies more on organic content.” TikTok influencer Chloe L mentioned Van Cleef & Arpels of her own accord in 52 posts over 11 months including how to maximise Alhambra purchases through “girl math” as well as styling tips (It’s a mix of “aspirational storytelling and subtle luxury branding” “Alhambra is in that camp of: if I’m in a bar or restaurant, even at a distance, I immediately understand that he or she is wearing Van Cleef,” adds Rambourg. “And it’s increasingly ‘he’, because Van Cleef has been incredibly successful at becoming relevant to demographics that you could not imagine.” From next year the maison will continue to add new creations to the Alhambra collection. The messaging has paid off – and turned the line into a true, lasting icon.  Comments have not been enabled for this article. The 2025 float design was chosen through the City of Alhambra annual art contest. The contest invited elementary school students across the Alhambra Unified School District who are Alhambra residents to submit their creative ideas for the city’s float. Chelsea’s illustration, featuring a joyful dog, captured the essence of this year’s theme “Best Day Ever!” and serves as the centerpiece of this year’s float. The float’s colorful design is not only a celebration of happiness but also a nod to the City’s exciting future permanent Dog Park. The future dog park installation is set to be located next to the Alhambra Golf Course, with an opening date in late 2025. For those interested in helping bring Alhambra’s float to life, volunteer opportunities for float decoration will begin December 7th. Volunteers are essential to the float’s success, and the city encourages community members to participate in this exciting tradition. Sign up opportunities are available now on the City’s website. Design close-up (Photo – City of Alhambra) Print A magnitude 2.8 earthquake jolted the Los Angeles area Monday morning sending weak shaking from its epicenter in Alhambra as defined by the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale may have been felt in places such as downtown Los Angeles there was a gentle rocking that lasted for about three seconds similar to when a large truck drives by a home or when a helicopter circles a neighborhood the shaking was so subtle some people didn’t initially feel it as an earthquake The preliminary epicenter of Monday’s earthquake was near the corner of Valley Boulevard and Grand View Drive in Alhambra just a few blocks from the northern terminus of the 710 Freeway and a few blocks east of the city limits of Los Angeles There have been a notable number of felt earthquakes in this area of Los Angeles County since summer a neighborhood of Los Angeles just west of Alhambra California Los Angeles was hit by an earthquake centered in the Eastside The quake was felt over a wide swath of Southern California but there were no immediate reports of damage 12 was centered within one of the region’s most potentially destructive fault systems one capable of producing a magnitude 7.5 earthquake under the heart of the region A Times investigation published in November found that several suburbs in this general area of Monday’s earthquake have no active plans to require retrofits for seismically flimsy “soft-story” apartment buildings, despite the number of earthquakes felt in recent months. The term applies to apartment buildings built decades ago where the bottom floor has room for a carport, garage or retail shop. In these buildings, the ground floor can be held up by flimsy, skinny poles that can collapse when shaken side-to-side in an earthquake. Amid Southern California’s most seismically active year in decades some cities have yet to require retrofits of many apartment buildings deemed most at risk of collapse with a population of around 82,000; and Monterey Park said earlier this year their cities haven’t imposed mandatory retrofit ordinances for soft-story apartment buildings Officials there said they’re closely monitoring neighboring cities and evaluating whether similar measures might be necessary building officials said earlier this year the city has no plans to create an inventory of soft-story apartment buildings or consider mandatory retrofits there were plans to create an inventory of seismically vulnerable apartment buildings in South Pasadena but city officials eventually determined it couldn’t devote the necessary resources Burbank just passed a seismic retrofit law for soft-story apartment buildings last week Rong-Gong Lin II is a Metro reporter based in San Francisco who specializes in covering statewide earthquake safety issues and the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bay Area native is a graduate of UC Berkeley and started at the Los Angeles Times in 2004. Nathan Solis reports on breaking news with the Fast Break team at the Los Angeles Times. Salvador Hernandez is a reporter on the Fast Break Desk, the Los Angeles Times’ breaking news team. Before joining the newsroom in 2022, he was a senior reporter for BuzzFeed News, where he covered criminal justice issues, the growing militia movement and breaking news. He also covered crime as a reporter at the Orange County Register. He is a Los Angeles native. predatory student loan debt and real estate speculation continues to inflict on Los Angeles County The average home price sitting at around $900,000 is pricing out local residents such as the family mentioned in this article When more and more middle-class families are forced to abandon their roots in search of affordable housing families unravel — placing incredible burdens on those who provide elder care — and communities lose their cohesion where changes are leaving room for only the very wealthy and those who receive government housing assistance will erode before our City Council finally acts on the rezoning that we so desperately need How long will Los Angeles continue to cater to the loudest and whitest voices calling to preserve the exclusionary zoning that ultimately leads to the displacement of the middle class even in areas that were once considered affordable A vibrant middle class is essential for a society to function — these are our teachers If they continue to be pushed out of the communities that they serve many families especially with school-age children have moved away from Alhambra or people like the middle-class family you have written about cannot qualify to buy a home community activist and affordable housing advocate I have no children and my husband passed away in 2021 I live in my apartment building and want to continue living here for some time I have decided I want to sell my building to a nonprofit that will ensure that only low-income to middle-class people become owners of their unit The selling price would have to match high reasonable offers longtime Alhambra residents and small families Finding the right nonprofit and financing may be a challenge I would need the cooperation of Alhambra’s City Hall I want to be an example to owners who are selling to consider this option To the editor: I’m a former high school teacher and school counselor who lived for 15 years in Alhambra and South Pasadena pinned between affluent school districts and Los Angeles Unified School District Considerations that constantly came to mind on my 15-minute commute to work: Are private schools and/or affluent neighborhoods better in any way for students And what meaning does it have when one sees vehicles in a student parking lot that are more recent more expensive models than those in the faculty lot The City of Alhambra proudly reaffirms its status as a Sanctuary City continuing the city’s commitment to protecting the rights the city renews its pledge to foster and bolster a welcoming environment where individuals can strive to create a better life for themselves and their families regardless of status The city will continue to observe the guidelines set forth by SB-54 and will not allocate local resources to aid or further ICE deportation operations This decision aligns with Alhambra’s core values of safety Mayor and Senator-Elect Sasha Renée Pérez said “This decision comes in response to the incoming presidential administration’s harmful speech about immigration and its stated goal of mass deportations With the uncertainty of the new administration the city affirms the need to stand firmly against policies that promote fear or division we want to make it clear that no person regardless of immigration status should be afraid of reporting crimes they have witnessed or been a victim of from coming forward Alhambra’s police department and city council are dedicated to ensuring public safety for all its residents” For questions related to public safety please reach out to the Alhambra Police Department: (626) 570-5151 the upcoming months will be abuzz with activity She was sworn in as Alhambra mayor at city hall on June 24 As she races to accomplish an ambitious mayoral docket she’s leading her campaign to represent District 25 of the California State Senate In the city of Alhambra’s rotational mayorship elected officials each serve a nine-month stint as mayor before finishing their four-year term on the council Her time as council member will end in December The 2024 State Senate election will be held in November and first renter mayor in San Gabriel Valley and the youngest Latina mayor of a mid-sized city in California who felt proud to lead the people and city who raised her “I’ve been in the city for so long,” Pérez said “Three generations of my family have lived here I felt a sense of pride from a lot of our long-time residents to see me elected “And given that I’ve grown up in the city for my entire life the reassurance and support from Alhambra was incredible.” In her rotating roles on the Alhambra City Council Pérez concentrated on equitable access to higher education and job and housing stability for San Gabriel Valley working families Pérez passed Alhambra’s HERO Pay Ordinance for essential workers Her career highlights include passing Alhambra’s first Project Labor Agreement securing $25 million to build Alhambra’s first community center and leading a statewide campaign that secured $97 million to increase college access and affordability for all California students She has also helped pass historic legislation that expanded health care access and provided protections for victims of violent crimes she is determined to tie up loose ends and fulfill all the promises she made four years ago “I feel like I was sent to the council with a very clean mandate: to work really hard and get a lot of things done,” Pérez said to bring in resources that we hadn’t had before fresh face motivated me to buckle down and prove people right “Alhambra has a very special place in my heart so making sure that I’m wrapping up those items and setting a firm foundation for new projects is central to my ambitions right now.” Her end-of-term goals include finishing a sustainability plan that has been slowly implemented over the last 18 months She also hopes to set up her council members to effectively execute the newly approved transportation plan for which she served as a subcommittee member The plan includes securing funds to create bike lanes and high visibility pedestrian crosswalks Other projects include a preservation ordinance which has been unfolding for the past two years in partnership with the Historic Resources Group Pérez hopes to move up its completion date from mid-2025 to this December Pérez also plans to break ground on a recently approved dog park and Alhambra’s first community center and finish the planning phase of a new preservation project which will see the renovation of architecturally significant portions of Alhambra’s shore clinic to provide space for community gardens and student study rooms Pérez recalls feeling overwhelmed by the immediacy and intensity of the support she received I was shocked by the people’s across-the-board excitement about having somebody so young run for city council,” Pérez said seeing a youthful face at the forefront of the campaign.” Alhambra’s endorsement of Pérez has not wavered Pérez ran against five candidates and still won every neighborhood in Alhambra “The support has been overwhelming,” Pérez said “I was so humbled and grateful to see that in the primary I feel so appreciative knowing there are residents so eager and excited to see my name up for state senate Pérez will prioritize larger issues such as the homelessness crisis protecting access to reproductive health care