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Hello Pasadena! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Pasadena firefighters brought an unconscious dog back from a house fire
  • How Pasadena City College plans to boost local economic mobility.
  • Which Pasadena museums open free for ArtNight next Friday?

Also on today's calendar: Singer-Songwriter Sarah McQuaid and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 99 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Hot, temps: high: 100, low: 74.
  • Sunday: Very hot, with a high of 102 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Firefighters Find Unconscious Dog Beneath a Table and Refuse to Give Up on Him (howzitkohala.com) — Pasadena firefighters recently pulled a 6-year-old dog named Milo from a burning home and spent several tense minutes resuscitating him outside. Crews from Pasadena, Arcadia, and Sierra Madre worked together, and Milo's grateful family later reunited with the responders. Milo is now recovering at home with only a mild cough, according to his veterinarian.
   

2. Summit at Pasadena City College Focuses on Economic Mobility (coloradoboulevard.net) — Pasadena City College recently hosted a summit on economic mobility that spotlighted how education and skilled-trades training can help local families handle rising living costs. Leaders discussed survey findings on Latino voters, PCC's Skills to Rebuild initiative, and plans for new construction training facilities to support rebuilding after the Eaton fire and strengthen the San Gabriel Valley workforce.
   

3. 26 free fun things to do in Southern California in October (pasadenastarnews.com) — Pasadena residents can enjoy free admission to ArtNight Pasadena on Oct. 9, with museums, performances, and shuttles connecting venues like the Gamble House and USC Pacific Asia Museum. The broader roundup also highlights dozens of other free October events across Southern California, from festivals and concerts to family activities, many within an easy drive if you're up for exploring.
   

4. Saycon Sengbloh, Ty Taylor, Britton Smith Will Lead Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse (playbill.com) — Pasadena theatergoers can look forward to a new production of the musical Passing Strange at Pasadena Playhouse, running November 4–29 with opening night on November 8. A high-profile creative team and cast, including Tony winner Zhailon Levingston directing, will bring the coming-of-age story from South Central Los Angeles to a local stage, with tickets and details available through the Playhouse.
   

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  • Blind cat (no eyes) lost this afternoon on Wallis Street near Armstrong Nursery and Allendale Park.
    She may have got out of yard during Longfellow Elementary and Blair Middle School pick up time after 3pm. Please please please let me know if you saw… (Nextdoor Madison Heights Pasadena)
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    Honestly, I don't know how. He is near perfect 🩵 now he's looking for the perfect home! His ideal home would have: - Another playful pup - A fenced… (Nextdoor NE Pasadena)
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Ok Pasadena! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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