Happy Thanksgiving!

Thank you for shopping locally for your Turkeys and accessories . . .

Rey Bustos Busts Out

The opening for Rey Bustos at SoPas Gallery was a huge success. Rey's paintings, fantastic landscapes inspired by Google Earth, are amazing. Over 150 people attended, many who were first-time SoPas Gallery guests. Lots of Art Center students came by. Rey sold some work, too. This was a good one. If you missed the opening, you can still see the work - until the end of November. Click through to SoPas Gallery to see more.

Ribbon Cuttins and Block Parties Next Saturday

South Pasadena defies the recession next Saturday. Start at 9:30 at CityDental in the El Pollo Loco Plaza as Tom Field and yours truly =" SNIP"= the ribbon and welcome a new business. Later, shop 'til you drop at the Block Party on Mission between Fair Oaks and Mound. Discounts and Goody Bags! Then  saunter down toward the Gold Line for a stop at Santa Fe Crafts, The Store for a unique jellies and jams tasting . . . Get the details, as always, at www.SouthPasChamber.com

Explore India Nine Days Two G's

The annual Chamber of Commerce trip takes in an exotic swath of ancient India, and New Delhi too. Only $2,090, all inclusive. If you'd like to go, or think you might, come to Livin' Art on Tuesday, November 17 at 6pm for the information overview. You can find out details and link to Livin' Art at www.southpaschamber.com. Trip departs April 17, 2010. Namaste. (Did I do that right?)

Election Results November 3, 2009

Congratulations to Councilmembers Michael Cacciotti and Philip Putnam, who won back their seats on South Pasadena City Council. About 3,400 voters turned out - something less than for the presidential contest last year. Measure L passed by a wide margin, so the Library will carry on with its great programming. And hey, let's not forget about the two candidates who completely swept their categories - Sally Kilby and Vic Robinette ran for City Clerk and City Treasurer - and they each got huge community support, winning 100% of the vote! (Okay, so they were unopposed . . .) Thanks to Sally and Vic for their public service. Election results can be viewed at http://rrccmain.co.la.ca.us/0019_CityContests_Frame.htm

Shop Locally!

As the holiday season approaches, please support your local merchants. Now only do they offer more personalized service and unique products, but they keep more of your money in the local economy, studies have shown. About 60 cents of every dollar stays local - meaning it is spent on other local support services and suppliers, whereas corporate stores often send their money back to HQ for centralized services such as accounting, purchasing, and so on. Shop locally! In fact, mark your calendars for November 14 and check out the block on Mission from Fair Oaks to Mound Ave. for an open house and block party with some really great deals!