south pasadena: Slow Down You Are Moving Too Fast - 05/21/19 09:10 AM
 
Slow Down You Are Moving Too Fast
 

 
Slow Down You Are Moving Too Fast  I have been known to speak too quickly.  Sometimes speaking before thinking if I am not mindful.  Moving too quickly.  Bypassing or skipping things as the world goes by.  There's a lot to be said for slowing down.  I am definitely trying it more. Each and every day. Being deliberate. Focus.  Staying aware.  And in-the-now.  Success?  I don't claim so.  Again, a work-in-progress is a more apt description.  
 
The other day Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP commented on one of my posts where I used a photo of the … (38 comments)

south pasadena: A Critical Choice - 03/07/19 05:54 PM
 
A Critical Choice
 
 
 
A Critical Choice 
 
The world of critical review is interesting to me.  The varied quotes on the subject of criticism and critical review appear to cover a range of opinions much like a review of or by any critic might express.  Positive. Negative. Thumbs-Up.  Thumbs-Down. 
 
For those of you who have followed my posts over the years may know that I enjoy movie-going.  I often choose to see movies that are not widely known. Rarely a box office success in dollars, I see movies to enjoy.  And to experience.  Lots of different reasons.  Obscure may be an appropriate word to … (38 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade Float Entry Fishing Follies - 12/19/15 10:36 AM
South Pasadena 2016
Tournament of Roses Parade
Float Entry "Fishing Follies"
 
Recently, I had the opportunity to stop behind the War Memorial Park and see progress on the South Pasadena 2016 Tournament of Roses Parade float entry.  The 127th annual Rose Parade will be held on Friday, January 1, 2016 in Pasadena, California.  
 
 
As one of only seven and the oldest self-built(not corporate-sponsored) and volunteer floats in the parade, the city of South Pasadena has been a participant since 1893.   This year the overall theme for the parade is Find Your Adventure and the city of South Pasadena float Fishing Follies ties … (21 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA Condos Townhomes Lofts Market Update - 09/07/15 08:51 AM
South Pasadena CA Condos Townhomes Lofts Market Update
 
This is a real estate market update for South Pasadena condos, townhomes and lofts.   
 
It covers those currently for sale, in escrow and August sales as well as a recap of transactions for the first eight months of the year with a comparison to the same time period in 2013 and 2014.   All information is from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the category.
 
South Pasadena also known to residents as South Pas has a population of about 25,000.  The separate city in the San Gabriel Valley of Los … (17 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA Franciscan Woods Townhome Market Update - 08/29/15 10:00 PM
South Pasadena CA Franciscan Woods Townhome Market Update
 
This is a market update for the Franciscan Woods townhome community in the city of South Pasadena.  
 
Statistical information in this report has been gathered  from our local multiple listing service(mls) and may not include all transactions in the complex.  
 
Franciscan Woods consists of 45 multi-level townhomes with two or three bedrooms.  There are attached two car garages with direct access to the home.  The indoor-outdoor appeal of these townhomes is evident with private patios, decks and balconies. Additional features  include fireplaces, high and cathedral ceilings, clerestory windows and in-unit laundry connections.  
 
The complex is … (15 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA FREE Movie Screening Beatles Help Thurs July 30 2015 - 07/26/15 12:18 AM
South Pasadena CA FREE Movie Screening Beatles Help! Thurs July 30 2015
 
On Thursday, July 30, 2015 in the Community Room of the South Pasadena Library there will be a  FREE movie screening of the The Beatles’ movie Help!. Doors will open at 6:30PM and at 7PM musicians Devin Thomas and Friends will perform a set of Beatles songs before the start of the movie.   Refreshments will be provided.  No tickets or reservations are required but seating is limited.  
 
Help!  was The Beatles’ second movie(1965) following A Hard’s Day(1964).   
 
The program is presented by the South Pasadena Public Library and Friends of … (41 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA No Award But Rose Parade Float is Still Winning - 01/08/15 09:32 AM
South Pasadena CA
No Award But Rose Parade Float is
Still Winning
 

 
2015 is well underway and the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade(which is held each January 1) is definitely behind us. During December, I told you of the city of South Pasadena and the volunteers behind the city’s self-built float parade entry entitled “Still Winning”(see end of this report for links).
 
As I mentioned in those posts, the majority of the floats in this parade are built by professionals and sponsored by large corporations.   
 
South Pasadena was one of seven in the … (23 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade 2015 Float Still Winning - 12/15/14 02:49 PM
South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade 2015 Float "Still Winning"
 

 
 
 
On Thursday, January 1, 2015 hundreds of thousands of people on the streets of Pasadena along with millions of people worldwide watching on television will see floats, marching bands and equestrian units walk down Colorado Boulevard for the 126th Tournament of Roses Parade.   
 
This week, I went to the site behind the Veteran's War Memorial on Fair Oaks Avenue where the float is being constructed to see progress for the float by the city of South Pasadena.
 
 
The city of South … (28 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena Homes For Sale and Real Estate Market Update June 2014 - 06/10/14 01:18 PM
South Pasadena Homes For Sale and Real Estate Market Update June 2014
 

 
This is a recap of South Pasadena homes for sale and an update for the single family homes segment of the real estate market year-to-date as of the date of this report.  
 
All statistical information is from our local multiple listing service (mls) as of June 9, 2014.
 
South Pasadena is a separate city within the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County.  Its small town charm makes it a popular destination for its population of more than 25,000.  Exceptional schools, a well-regarded … (10 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA Real Estate Market Update April 2014 Year-to-Date - 05/05/14 11:38 AM
South Pasadena CA Real Estate Market Update April 2014 Year-to-Date
 
This is an update for the real estate market in the city of South Pasadena.  
South Pasadena is not a neighborhood of Pasadena but a separate city which celebrated its 125th birthday in 2014.  South Pas as it is often referred, boasts a small town atmosphere which often fills in for Anywhere USA in film, television and advertising.   Tree-lined streets with character homes further enhance this image.
 
Parades, the weekly Farmers Market, small stores, interesting cafes and restaurants, art galleries, a well-regarded library, highly acclaimed public schools … (4 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA - First Quarter 2014 Real Estate Market Update - 04/04/14 04:34 PM
South Pasadena CA - First Quarter 2014 Real Estate Market Update
 
This is a recap of the South Pasadena real estate market for the first quarter of 2014 with a comparison to the same time period in 2013. All statistical information is from our local multiple listing service(mls) as of April 4, 2014.  
 
South Pasadena is a separate city within the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County.  It is not nor has it ever been a part of Pasadena.  South Pasadena celebrated its 125th birthday in 2013 and is known in the area for its small town … (10 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA - San Pasqual Townhome Open House Sunday 3.30.14 - 03/26/14 04:39 PM
 
South Pasadena CA - San Pasqual Townhome Open House Sunday 3.30.14
 

 
 
Open House Sunday, March 30, 2014
First showings begin
Open House
Open Noon until 5PM
 
 
 
514 Garfield Avenue, Residence A in South Pasadena
 
 
 
in the beautiful San Pasqual gated community.
 
34 townhomes with Mediterranean-inspired architecture
 
Beautifully landscaped grounds
 
Professionally managed complex
 

Resort-like setting with pool and spa
 
Close to all things South Pasadena - excellent(ranked in the top ten in California)
school district, well-regarded library, popular parks and recreation programs, transportation(freeways and Gold Line … (19 comments)

south pasadena: South PasadenaCA Homes for Sale and Real Estate Market Update 01.07.14 - 01/06/14 04:34 PM
South Pasadena Homes for Sale and Real Estate Market Update 01.07.14
 

 
This is a summary of South Pasadena CA homes for sale and the real estate market update for those currently in escrow and sales for 2013 with a comparison to 2012 sales.  All information is from our local multiple listing service(mls) as of January 6, 2014.
 
South Pasadena is a separate city within the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles.  In 2013, the city celebrated its 125th birthday.  It is so widely known in the area as capturing the spirit of small town America with its … (14 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA - Crunch Time For The Rose Parade - 12/30/13 02:22 PM
South Pasadena CA - Crunch Time For The Rose Parade
 
 
 

 
 
Crunch time is that time as the Rose Parade approaches and the final flowers are attached to each of the floats hit that famous intersection of South Orange Grove and Colorado boulevards.    
 
Most of the floats in the annual Rose Parade are sponsored by large companies and built by professional float builders.  South Pasadena is participating in the 125th Tournament of Roses parade and is one of the few self-built floats in the annual event.   This all volunteer effort ensures the float from … (19 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena, CA - Vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 - 10/30/13 03:55 PM
South Pasadena, CA - Vote on Tuesday, November 5, 2013
 

 
 
On Tuesday, November 5, 2013 South Pasadena registered voters will have the opportunity to cast their votes for two council seats and three seats on the board of education.   Leafy South Pasadena is celebrating its 125th year of cityhood in 2013 and is justly proud of its small town atmosphere, highly acclaimed schools, well-regarded public library and extensive parks and recreation programs.   
 
But there are issues facing the city with its aging infrastructure, redevelopment issues including The Rialto Theatre and the long-battle over the 710 … (7 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA Spanish-Inspired Architecture of Monterey Townhomes - 10/25/13 02:55 PM
South Pasadena, CA - Discover the Spanish-Inspired Architecture of Monterey Townhomes
 
Located at the southeast corner of Monterey Road and Indiana Avenue in South Pasadena, you will find the 43 unit Spanish-inspired architecture of the Monterey Townhomes community.   Built in 1971, the multi-level townhomes feature two or three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, high ceilings, fireplaces and attached two car garages.   Patios and balconies enhance the indoor-outdoor appeal of these residences.
 
 
The attractive Monterey Townhomes complex features well-manicured mature landscaped grounds with an association pool and spa.
 

 
 
 
South Pasadena benefits from a convenient location but … (4 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA - Lofts Condos Townhomes for Sale and Market Update - 10/04/13 07:11 AM
South Pasadena CA - Lofts Condos Townhomes for Sale and Market Update
 
This is a recap of South Pasadena lofts, condos and townhomes for sale as October 3, 2013 as well as a recap of September and year-to-date 2013 sales performance with a comparison to the same period in 2012.   All information is from our local multiple listing service(MLS).
 
South Pasadena is best known for its character single family homes on tree-lined streets which is reminiscent of a small town which the city often has portrayed in movies, television and other media.   You’ll find unique shops, interesting dining spots … (12 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA - Winning The Real Estate Jackpot - 09/17/13 11:24 AM
South Pasadena CA - Winning The Real Estate Jackpot
 

 
 
As I drove past the Arco Gas Station in South Pasadena, I had no idea of what had transpired over the weekend.  This morning, the Pasadena Star News reported a quick pick lottery ticket was sold at the station on Saturday, September 14, 2013.   The station, located at 1200 Fair Oaks Avenue(corner Monterey) was the site of a Powerball ticket worth more than $2.4 million. The newspaper was quick to point out that winning ticket didn’t include the all-important Powerball number which would have resulted in a quite … (15 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena CA Homes for Sale and Market Update - August 2013 - 09/07/13 04:26 AM
South Pasadena CA Homes for Sale and Market Update - August 2013
 

 
 
This is a summary of South Pasadena homes for sale as well as a market update for single family homes sold for the month of August and year-to-date 2013 with a comparison to the same period in 2012.   Information is from our local multiple listing service statistics(MLS) as of September 6, 2013 and may not include all sales or activity that has taken place.
 
South Pasadena is celebrating its 125th birthday in 2013 as a separate city(not to be confused with its larger sibling … (14 comments)

south pasadena: South Pasadena Lofts, Condos and Townhomes for Sale and Market Update - 09/06/13 02:51 PM
South Pasadena Lofts, Condos and Townhomes for Sale and Market Update
 

 
This is an update of South Pasadena lofts, condos and townhomes for sale, in escrow and sold since January 2013(per our local multiple listing statistics as of September 5, 2013) with a comparison to the same period in 2012.   
 
The city of South Pasadena(a separate city from Pasadena) is well known for its small town atmosphere, highly regarded schools, excellent parks and recreation programs, well-loved library and interesting collection of stores, restaurants and galleries.   
 
The location is convenient to Downtown Los Angeles, the … (9 comments)

 
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