SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025

VOLUME 19 NO.41VOLUME 19 NO.41


SIERRA MADRE ART WALK 
RETURNS OCTOBER 10 WITH 
EXPANDED VENUES AND 
SUPPORT FOR FIRE-AFFECTED 
ARTISTS

“For this community, art isn't luxury—it's survival, connection, and 
the promise that beauty can rise from ashes.” -Mario Rodriguez, 
Artist

"At the last event, we saw people smiling with hope again after 
such a difficult time the first half of this year. It created a 
sense of joy and belonging that our community really needed." 
-Shelby Knight, Dave Knight Realty

The Sierra Madre Art Walk returns on October 10, 2025,
expanding beyond its successful June event that featured 50
artists across 34 galleries, studios, and businesses. The upcoming 
event will include several new venues throughout
the community and provide special opportunities for artists 
affected by the Eaton Fires and other recent catastrophic 
events.

Building on Sierra Madre's reputation as a thriving arts
hub, the Art Walk will showcase diverse local talent including 
painters, photographers, ceramicists, watercolorists,
woodworkers, illustrators and mixed media artists. Live
music ranging from trombones to ukuleles, covers to original 
works will be heard throughout the evening as well.

The goal of the Art Walk is to transform local businesses
into temporary galleries showcasing familiar local talent as
well as new and never before seen artists from Sierra Madre
and the surrounding areas. Participating venues include
Keller Williams Realty, Savor the Flavor, Collective Co-Op,
Fables & Fancies, RT Rogers Brewery and Attitude. Three
anchor galleries—Creative Arts Group, Baldwin Avenue
Gallery (BAG), and Language Mobilization Factory (LMF)
Gallery and Darkroom—will also participate. The ArtWalk
has also paired with a few local restaurants who will be offering 
special drinks and celebratory deals. Maps with detailed 
information will be available on the Art Walk’s website, 
instagram and at all participating businesses starting
the week of the event.



"We need art and we will always need art, especially in this
day and age when the world can be a little hectic so to be able
to escape through somebody's creations, I will always provide
a platform if I'm in the position to do so."

-Corinne Fry-Rich, owner of Chantry 1975

ST. RITA'S ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL 
THIS YEAR MITIGATES DAMAGE 
TO AREAS CAUSED BY THE JANUARY 
WILDFIRES

St. Rita’s Harvest Festival was a tremendous success, bringing together the 
entire community for a weekend filled with fun, food, and fellowship. Families 
enjoyed live music, games, raffles, and delicious homemade treats, all 
while supporting a great cause. 

Volunteers worked tirelessly to make the event run smoothly, and the turnout 
exceeded expectations. Brandi Manning and Ashley Reed created a vibrant 
family friendly atmosphere reflected the strong spirit and unity of the 
St. Rita’s parish. 

The General Store lead by Mrs. Lindsay Weideman was huge hit, there 
was something special for everyone. The funds raised will directly benefit 
the newly approved sports courts and play area that was damaged in the 
January fires. Thanks to all who participated and helped make the festival 
unforgettable!


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INSIDE THIS WEEK

SIERRA MADRE NEWS & EVENTS Pages 2-3 

PASADENA NEWSPage 4

AROUND SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Page 5

FIRE RECOVERY INFORMATION Page 6

THINGS TO DO, PLACES TO GO Page 7

EDUCATION & YOUTH Page 8

FOOD-DRINK-FUNPage 9

THE GOOD LIFEPage 10

BEST FRIENDSPage 11

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HEALTHY LIVING & FITNESS Page 12

OPINIONPAGE 13

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEPage 14

LEGAL NOTICES Pages 15/16

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