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6-Day Forecast Sierra Madre, Ca. 


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SIERRA 
MADRE CITY 
COUNCIL 
MEETING 

January 27, 2026 5:30 pm 

THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD 
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS! 

As part of the City of Sierra Madre’s 
COVID-19 transparency efforts and The Brown 
Act provides the public with an opportunity to 
make public comments at any public meeting. 
Public comment may also be made by e-mail to 
PublicComment@CityofSierraMadre.com by

3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. 
Emails will be acknowledged at the Council 
meeting and filed into public record. The public 
may also comment in person at the meeting. 

The meetings will be streamed live on Foothills 
Media website at foothillsmedia.org/sierramadre 
and broadcast on Government Access 
Channel 3 (Spectrum).. 


1630 AM EMERGENCY RADIO & 
Free on-air publicity for local events

 Sierra Madre’s EMERGENCY radio station is now accepting scripts for 
Public Service Announcements (PSAs) about community events. PSAs 
will be broadcast on the air at no charge. The station operates 24/7 and can 
be heard at 1630 on the AM dial.

 Any local non-profit or non-commercial organization can have their 
event information broadcast to the public on Sierra Madre CommunityInformation Radio. The station covers the city of Sierra Madre, plus 
surrounding areas of Pasadena, Arcadia, and Monrovia. 
Your event must: 

• 
Benefit a non-commercial or non-profit entity
• 
Be open to the public 
• 
Be of general interest to local citizens 
Just write a Public Service Announcement that describes your event and 
e-mail it to radio@cityofsierramadre.com. 


“Kindness is like snow. It beautifies 
everything it covers.” Kahlil Gibran 
“January sees past mistakes with 
kinder eyes. Offering new paths fromlessons learned.” 
Eleanor Roosevelt 

I'm writing this on Tuesday, January 20th and WalkingSierra Madre is full of good news today. The Mt. Wilson 
Trail is open! Joyful Trail walkers have been posting incredible 
pictures and videos on Facebook and the picture 
today was taken by Carlo Bronsozian. Look for pictures 
by Randy McDevitt and Della Gonzalez. There is so much water in the stream. My favorite Trail hiker, my husband, John, 
who is now hiking in heaven, would have been so thrilled with how First Water looks now. He would frequently hike up 
there, sit for a few minutes, listen to the quiet, and thank God for the beauty of this place. The picture on the front page 
of last week’s Mountain Views News of the volunteers working on the Trail was awesome. I’m sending a check to the 
Fletcher Trail Maintenance Fund. And you can, too, to pay for the supplies and equipment these people need to keep our 
Trail in shape. P.O. Box 715, Sierra Madre CA 91025. All donors will receive a written tax-deductible acknowledgement 
letter. There now, that’s the best news of the week. 

WALKING SIERRA MADRE: 
The Social Side by Deanne Davis 
I discovered that today, January 20th has quite a history. 

In 1945 on this day, President Franklin Roosevelt was inaugurated for an unprecedented fourth – and final – term 
in office! 

In 1961, John Kennedy was inaugurated as the 35th president. Kennedy was the youngest person elected to be 
president at age 43. Probably the quote he will be remembered most for was:
“My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.” 

In 1981, 52 U.S. captives who were held at the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Iran, were released minutes after Ronald 
Reagan was inaugurated as the 40th president. Their release ended the 444-day Iran Hostage Crisis, which began November 
4, 1979. The pastor of our church PazNaz, right down the road on Sierra Madre Blvd., at that time was Earl Lee. His 
son, Gary, was one of those hostages and let me tell you, friends and neighbors, when that plane landed with the hostages 
on board, Pastor Lee stepped over that rope where the parents and families were to wait and walked right out on the 
tarmac to embrace his son. The service that was held at the church filled that huge building to overflowing and the songI will never forget was, “My Son Is Home!” When I think of unforgettable moments, that’s high on my list! 

In case you didn’t know, today, January 24th, is National Compliment Day. This is an unofficial holiday, the purpose 
of which is to give you an opportunity to say something nice to your friends, family, co-workers and anybody else who 
crosses your path. Compliments are so important that every March 1st, is World Compliment Day. This also happens 
to be our daughter, Patti’s, and granddaughter, Nicole’s, birthday. I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but people never get 
tired of hearing compliments. I know I certainly don’t! Compliments reassure people, strengthen relationships and build 
self-esteem and trust. Look at all the nice things you can accomplish by just telling the girl who hands you your Caramel 
Brulee Frappucccino that her hair looks nice.
Or maybe telling the WalMart stock person who is kind enough to reach you down something from a high shelf that you 
really appreciate his help. It just takes a few seconds and makes a real difference. 

Mark Twain once said, “I could live for two months on one good compliment.” Similarly, President Abraham Lincoln 
said, “A drop of honey catches more flies than a gallon of gall.” 
I’m not exactly sure what gall is, but I’m clear on the concept of honey. 


This week, go take a look at 
our beautifully restored Mt. 
Wilson Trail, give someone 
a compliment and enjoy seeing 
signs of Spring emerging. 
And, rejoice, the Library will 
be moving into their fabulous 
new building very soon. 

“Kindness is free. Sprinkle that 
stuff everywhere!” 

My book page: Amazon.com: 
Deanne Davis 
There are wonders to be found 
there. 
Take a look! 

Catch breaking 
news at:
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A PERFECT VALENTINE’S DATE: 
WINE, CUISINE, AND COMMUNITY 

Looking for a memorable Valentine’s gift? The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library invite couples and friends to 
sip, savor, and celebrate at their 51st Wine & Cuisine Tasting on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. 

Held just days before Valentine’s Day, the event offers an ideal evening out, whether you’re planning a romantic night with a 
partner or a stylish gathering with friends. The tasting takes place at the Baldwin Avenue Gallery (The BAG), located at 12 N. 
BaldwinAvenue in the heart of Sierra Madre, where art-filled surroundings set the mood for conversation and connection. 


Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully curated selection of wines paired with cuisine tastings, creating a relaxed yet elegant experience 
that feels tailor-made for a special night. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s a chance to toast love, friendship, and 

community all in one place. 

Beyond theromance, theWine &CuisineTasting isan important fundraiser supportingthe Sierra Madre Public Library. Proceeds 
help fund libraryprograms, collections, and services that benefit residents of allages, making this an evening that feels as good as 

it tastes. 

The Friends of the Sierra Madre Library are known for events that blend culture, community, and celebration, and this annual 
tasting continues that tradition—offering a meaningful way to enjoy a night out while giving back. 
Community members are encouraged to secure tickets early for this popular event. All proceeds benefit the Sierra Madre Public 
Library. Learn more about the 51st Wine andCuisineTastihg,andlearnabout the library’s Grand ReopeningJune6,2026at www. 
sierramadrelibraryfriends.org. Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased at: https://auctria.events/51stWineCuisineTasting 

Wine lovers and Valentine’s planners alike are encouraged to secure tickets early for this popular February event, as tickets are 
limited.All proceeds benefit the Sierra Madre Public Library. Learn more at www.sierramadrelibraryfriends.org. 

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