Monthly Archives: July 2010

Pictured: Moment in the sun at the Norton Simon Museum

Aristide Maillol sculptures lounge perpetually in the garden at the Norton Simon Museum. The sculpture garden is one of the museum’s most popular features, and is the centerpiece of the several events, like drawing classes, spotlight art talks and outdoor … Continue reading

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Party on the platform: A celebration on the Colorado Street Bridge

If structures in the city play a starring role in the film reel of Pasadena’s life, the Colorado Street Bridge would be its perennial headliner. Once again this year, the roadway will be closed to traffic for a celebration on … Continue reading

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UPDATED: Blaze rages at Plate 38 restaurant in East Pasadena

UPDATED: Read the full report by Nathan McIntire in the Star-News. A fire tore through a newly opened East Pasadena eatery today. Plate 38 just opened for business four days ago at the corner of Sierra Madre Boulevard and Colorado Boulevard. The … Continue reading

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Pasadena Playhouse emerges from bankruptcy

Pasadena Playhouse officials said the theater company emerged Wednesday from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, after its financial reorganization plan was approved by a Los Angeles court. “We are deeply grateful for the collective support that has allowed the Playhouse to expeditiously … Continue reading

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Alhambra’s archway: A gateway to architectural discussion

A weekend Star-News story by Brian Charles includes some clarifying details from Alhambra city officials on the architectural inspiration behind a new 26-foot tall, 20-foot wide archway at Fremont Avenue and Valley Boulevard. “Our original concept was to do something like the Arc de Triomphe,” (Deputy City … Continue reading

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Photos: Drawing on eclectic ingredients at Elements Kitchen in Pasadena

Before Onil Chibs became a chef, he worked for more than a decade in animation with film studios like Disney, Sony and DreamWorks. And at Elements Kitchen — the newest, fine-dining extension of Chibs’ already-established Pasadena catering and caf branches — Wednesday-night … Continue reading

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Photos: Claud Beltran’s fare-minded approach at Noir Food & Wine Bar in Pasadena

When it opened in August last year, Noir Food & Wine Bar was Claud Beltran’s first stab at shaping a small-plates menu for one of his eateries. (The chef said he now loves the portioned approach.) “I always had a … Continue reading

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