Mountain View News Saturday, December 13, 2025 

Rose Parade 
Safety Tips 

As the 137th Rose Parade 
and 112th Rose Bowl Game 
approaches on Thursday,
January 1, 2026, Pasadena’sfire and police departmentsare issuing the following safetytips for those who will line the

5.5 miles parade route down 
Colorado Blvd. 
What You Can Do: 

-Overnight camping is 
permitted only on the night ofWednesday, December 31 
-A position on the sidewalk 
may be maintained alongthe parade route beginning 
at noon, December 31. Allpersons and property, such asblankets, chairs and personalitems, must remain on thecurb until 11 p.m. At thattime, spectators may move outto the blue “Honor Line.” 
-Small, professionally-
manufactured barbecues 
elevated at least one foot off 
the ground are allowed on theparade route as long as theyare 25 feet from buildings.
A fire extinguisher must beavailable. 
-Minors under the age of 18 
may be on the parade routefrom 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. onlyif they are supervised by anadult. 
-Dress for cold weather. 
Children and seniors mayneed extra layers of clothing 
to avoid hypothermia.
Remember hats and gloves.
-Drink healthy fluids andconsume nourishing meals toavoid dehydration.
What You Can’t Do: 

-Appearance in the paradeis prohibited for any entries/
marchers who have not been 
approved by the PasadenaTournament of Roses. Do not 
pass the blue “Honor Line.” 
-Tents, sofas, and boxes of anytype that can be used as stools 
or seats are prohibited along 
the route. 
-Unoccupied chairs are notallowed and will be removed 
from the parade route.
-Do not use spray paint, tape,
rope or any materials to save 
spots especially causing it to 
kill the grass on the east-endof the Parade 
-Bonfires are strictly 
prohibited and considered 
“illegal burns.” 
-ALL fireworks are prohibited 
except as part of official 
scheduled events. 
-No items may be sold alongthe parade route without a 
City permit. Selling spacealong the parade route, otherthan grandstand seating, isillegal. It is illegal to buy, sell orgive away horns on the parade 
route. 
-No public areas—sidewalks,
curbs, gutters, streets or 
ramps—may be blocked orroped off. 
-No ladders or scaffoldingmay be used as elevation forviewing the activities.
-Pets are not recommended 
along the parade.
-Throwing any object into theparade—or at passing vehiclesor pedestrians the night beforethe parade. 
-Unauthorized vehicles 
obstructing emergency travellanes or parked in restrictedareas will be towed. 
-Open containers of alcoholare illegal on public streets,
sidewalks and all other public 
areas. 
-The throwing of any objectsinto the roadway or paraderoute is prohibited. 
-A Temporary FlightRestriction (TFR) will be inplace for both the parade andRose Bowl Game. No drones. 
In case of emergency, call9-1-1 and know the cross 
streets from where you arecalling. For non-emergencies,
call (626) 744-4241.

For more information visit: 
CityOfPasadena.net. 

Tournament Announces Mid-Parade Act 


Tournament of Roses officials few viral moments with his song 
announced Tuesday the 2026 “Could It Be.” This once-in-aMid-
Parade Performance lifetime performance proves 
presented by Visit Mississippi. why Mississippi’s creative heart 
The float, “Mississippi: Where beats louder—and prouder— 
Creativity Blooms,” will be a than ever. 
visual symphony celebrating The centerpiece of “Mississippi: 
the state’s artistic icons, literary Where Creativity Blooms” 
legends and homegrown talent, will feature Kermit the Frog,
highlighting Mississippi’s deep representing Mississippian Jim 
cultural roots and creative spirit. Henson’s Muppets. The float’s 
From blues to country, literature stage will be wrapped in artwork 
to ballet, the float will showcase inspired by Walter Anderson, 
the many creatives who have adding a whimsical and colorful 
shaped Mississippi’s identity and touch. Directional signage will 
influenced the world. symbolically point viewers

 According to officials toward places across Mississippi 
Mississippi native and country that honor and inspire creativity. 
music star Charlie Worsham Books stacked atop the float 
is set to perform live on the will symbolize Mississippi’s 
float, accompanied by dancers, contributions to the visual,
bringing the state’s artistic musical, literary, and cinematic 
excellence to life. arts, adorned with iconic book

 Charlie Worsham, the pride of covers from works by Mississippi 
Mississippi, has shared stages authors Jesmyn Ward, Tennessee 
with Taylor Swift, Miranda Williams, Willie Morris, William 
Lambert, and Eric Church, co-Faulkner, Eudora Welty and 
written songs for Dierks Bentley Greg Iles. 
and Kenny Chesney, performed The Pasadena Tournament of 
more than 100 times on the Roses is a volunteer organization 
Grand Ole Opry, and sparked a that hosts America’s New Year 

City of Pasadena BlackHistory Festival Returns 

A Celebration of Strength,
Culture, and CommunityOne Year After the Eaton 
Fire, also volunteers 
needed 

Pasadena’s Black HistoryCommittee announced they 
are inviting the community tosave the date for the 2026 Black 
History Festival, taking placeSaturday, February 21, 2026, atRobinson Park, This year’s eventreflects a powerful moment 
of renewal as the communitycontinues to move forward one 
year after the Eaton Fire.

 The fire’s devastating impactforced major changes to the 
2025 celebration, includingthe cancellation of the paradeand car show out of respect forlocal car and bike clubs whose 
classic vehicles were damaged ordestroyed. In its place, the festivalshifted its focus to recovery and 
connection, providing space forhealing and community supportin the face of tragedy.

 For 2026, the Black HistoryCommittee has decided to cancel 
the traditional parade and insteadwill once again focus its efforts onfire recovery and honoring thecommunity’s current landscape.
The Committee is very excited,
however, to return with an 
expanded festival experience—
including the much-anticipatedreturn of the classic car show and 
a variety of activities that willhonor the tradition of Pasadena’s 
historic parade.

 Robinson Park is located at 1081 
North Fair Oaks Ave. 
Festival Highlights

• Youth performancesshowcasing local middle andhigh school talent
• Live entertainment from artists 
representing Pasadena’s vibrantcultural community

• Food trucks offering a diverseselection of delicious food 
options
• Community resource 
booths staffed by numerous 
local organizations providinginformation, services, and 
support 
While the beloved event is 
not yet fully back to its full 
form, organizers are excited 
to incorporate several paradeelements directly into the 
festivities, creating a lively, 
meaningful, and celebratory 
atmosphere. There will be specialacknowledgements of our GrandMarshall honorees and youth 
performances.
Honoring Resilience,
Celebrating Community

Organizers encourage the publicto join in this year’s celebration,
which continues to uplift Black 
history, highlight communitystrength, and honor the spirit ofresilience that defined last year’srecovery-focused festival.
Calling All Volunteers

 The Black History PlanningCommittee is calling on 
residents, organizations, and 
supporters to volunteer and helpbring this year’s festival to life.

 “We are looking for passionatevolunteers to help us celebrate 
and honor the rich history,
culture, and achievements ofPasadena’s culturally diverse 
African American community,” 
shared Pixie Boyden, CommitteeCo-Chair. Volunteers will 
support planning, coordination,
outreach, the car show, and onthe-
ground festival logistics.

 Community members can 
sign up at: tinyurl.com/
BHPVolunteers. 

Celebration with the Rose 
Parade, the Rose Bowl Gameand a variety of accompanyingevents. The Association’s 935 
Members supply more than 
80,000 volunteer hours, which 
will drive the success of the 
137th Rose Parade, themed 
“The Magic in Teamwork,” onThursday, January 1, 2026.

For more information visit: 
tournamentofroses.com.

 City OffersPre-Purchased 
Parking for theRose Parade 

The City of Pasadenaannounced Tuesday theyare inviting Rose Paradeattendees to make their 
visit smooth and stress-
free by taking advantageof convenient, secure 
parking at City-ownedgarages located just stepsfrom the parade route. 
With thousands expectedto attend the iconic New 
Year’s Day celebration, 
parking will be in highdemand. To ensure a hassle-
free experience, visitors areencouraged to pre-purchaseparking through ParkingConcepts Inc., the city’sofficial parking partner.

City Parking Garages:

-Prime locations near the 
parade route
-Affordable rates 
-Safe, well-lit structures 
-Easy online reservations
-Avoid street closures and 
towing risks
Important Tips for ParadeDay:

-Arrive before 6:00 a.m. 
to avoid road closures and 
traffic delays.

-Do not rely on GPS—
many streets will be closedand apps may not reflectreal-time conditions. 
-No parking is allowed on 
the parade route—violatorswill be towed. 
-Overnight parking onCity streets begins at noonthe day before the parade,
please be aware of anyposted temporary parkingrestrictions. 
-Reserve your parkingnow and enjoy the RoseParade with peace of 
mind: Bit.ly/ Pasadena 
RoseParadeParking
Pasadena’s City garages areyour first step to a fantasticRose Parade experience!

 For more information or 
to purchase in bulk, pleasecontact Parking ConceptsInc. by phone at (626) 8170827. 


Pasadena Announces Their 
2026 One City, One Story


Pasadena Public Libraryannounced its book selection 
for Pasadena’s 2026 One 
City, One Story communityreading celebration: The 
Dream Hotel by author LailaLalami. A 19-member selection 
committee led by Senior 
Librarian Christine Reeder 
and made up of communityvolunteers worked for manymonths to determine this year’sOne City One Story honoree.
Now in its 24th year, OneCity, One Story is designedto broaden and deepen anappreciation of reading andliterature and to promote 
tolerance and understanding 
of differing points of view by 
recommending a compellingbook that engages the 
community in conversation.

 The Dream Hotel is a rivetingand utterly original novel about 
one woman’s fight for freedom,
set in a near future where even 
dreams are under surveillance. 
In this dystopian novel Sara isdetained by agents from the RiskAssessment Administration 
who have determined she will 
soon commit a crime usingdata from her dreams and an 
algorithm. At the retention 
center, her detainment is 

continually extended with everydeviation from the ever-shiftingrules of the facility and releaseseems further and furth from 
possible. Until a new residentarrives, disrupting the order ofthe facility and leading Sara ona collision course with the verycompanies that have deprivedher of her freedom.

 Eerie, urgent, and ceaselesslyclear-eyed, The Dream Hotelartfully explores questions 
of freedom, technologicaladvances, and whether eventhe most invasive forms of 
surveillance can ever capturewho we really are.

 Laila Lalami is the author 
of five books, including TheMoor’s Account, which wonthe American Book Award, theArab-American Book Award,
and the Hurston/Wright LegacyAward; was on the longlist forthe Booker Prize; and was afinalist for the Pulitzer Prize. 
One City, One Story community 
programs will be held 
throughout the month of March,
highlighted by a conversationwith the author on Saturday,
March 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. atthe Pasadena PresbyterianChurch, 585 E. Colorado Blvd.
For more information visit: 
CityOfPasadena.Libguides.
com/OneCityOneStory


New Trash Carts Coming toSan Marino Starting Jan. 5

Valley Vista Services will startdelivering new two-stream cartsin San Marino on January 5. Youcan expect your delivery of newcarts between January 5 andJanuary 30.
Here is the process you can 
expect:

 You will receive the cart size youindicated to VVS that you wantto receive. If you did not specifya size, you will automaticallyreceive a 96-gallon trash/
recycling cart and a 96-gallonorganic waste cart.

 Please put all waste for thefollowing week’s pick up in yournew carts ONLY.

 Label any of your emptyexisting bins/cans for disposal 
pick up, and they will be 
removed by VVS the followingweek with your regular service.

 As a reminder, holiday treeswill be picked up free of chargeduring any of your normalservice days, December 26 
through January 23. Trees 

must not be flocked, have all 
ornaments and decorations 
removed, and must be cut into6ft lengths (if taller than 6ft).

If you have any questions aboutthis process, please contact 
Valley Vista Services at (626)
325-6508 or email SanMarino@
myVVS.com.
VVS Sustainability Tip for theWeek: Fall Leaf & Yard Waste 

Autumn leaves and garden 
trimmings are perfect for 
composting! Place leaves, grassclippings, and small branchesin your green waste cart, alongwith pumpkins, gourds, andother natural decorations.

 Tip: Food scraps like applecores, vegetable peels, and piecrusts also go in your greenwaste cart. Remember to placethem in a clear plastic bag beforeplacing food waste in the greenwaste cart. Keep plastics, foil,
and utensils out to ensure clean 
compost for local farms andgardens. 


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