Saturday, May 30, 2026 

Pasadena 
World CupWatch Party 


Join the City of Pasadena in 
celebration of the World Cupon Friday, June 12 at 4:30p.m., for a free, open to thepublic watch party. Pasadenahas partnered with PasadenaCenter Operating Company(PCOC) and Los AngelesCounty Fifth District withfunding from LA Metro tofeature the opening U.S.A.
versus Paraguay soccer game,
offering a fun transit-first 
experience for fans of all ages.

 The event will take place at thePasadena Civic Auditorium 
Plaza at 300 E. Green St.,
transforming the street andplaza into a community eventspace. Event starts at 4:30 p.m.
and game starts at 6:00 p.m.
PST.

 “We are thrilled to welcome 
the excitement and energyof the world’s biggest soccer 
tournament to our city. We’relooking forward to bringingthe community and visitorstogether for a wonderful 
evening to cheer on Team 
USA and celebrate the spirit ofthe game” said Michael Ross,
CEO, PCOC.

 “Pasadena’s role as a host 
city is a big point of pridefor Los Angeles County anda chance to showcase our 
community on a global stage,” 
said Los Angeles County FifthDistrict Supervisor KathrynBarger. “This watch party willbring neighbors and visitorstogether through the unifyingpower of soccer. I encouragefans to take advantage ofpublic transportation and 
enjoy all that Pasadena, andits surrounding communitieshave to offer.”

 The watch party will featurefood trucks, family-friendlyactivities, soccer themed 
games, live music, and 
drinks for purchase at thebeer garden. We encourageattendees to bring their 
favorite soccer gear and jerseyto iron-on custom artwork.

 Skip the traffic and theparking hassle — Metro-
designated Transit-First FanZone Event is accessible and 
easy to reach using transit. 
You can take the Metro A 
Line to Memorial Park Station 
or Del Mar, the stations are10 min walk to the watch 
party. At the metro stations,
Metro will direct fans while 
adding music, soccer matchhighlights, and wayfindingsupport to improve the riderexperience.

 This event and surroundingsidewalks and crossingsare accessible for attendees 
using wheelchairs and othermobility devices. All Metrorail stations, trains, and buses 

Gaming Expo set to Respawn into Pasadena 


Now in its third year, the annualSoCal Gaming Expo is set to seethousands of video gammingenthusiasts descend on to the 
Pasadena Convention Center 
June 6 and June 7, to buy, play,
trade, modern items –or warpback to more nostalgic simplergenerations for rare collectibles.

 “Almost everything is back,
the skate ramp, the Tetris WorldChampionship.” said owner and 
event organizer, Kris Krohn.
“there are a few things that arenew, San Diego LAN.net a PCgaming group is going to bring abunch of older PC games, “bringyou own computer” and playQuake, Doom, Modern Warfare,
games like that, all LAN (LocalArea Network) connected.”

 Krohn said the marketplaceis expected to have over 245booths and that there will be a 
lot more standup arcade gamesto play. On Saturday there willbe cor64 chiptune music, “he isreally popular.” 

Skateboarding demos will againbe held on the Teenage MutantNinja Turtles ramp, built yearsago for a TMNT movie premiere.

 The Classic Tetris World 
Championship Finals will return 

to the Expo and feature 128players competing for a chanceat the world title. 

Over 35 YouTube Content 
Creators are expected, with 
panel discussions, includingRetro Rick, Mort’s Garage andJRPG Life.

 Krohn said they would againhold charity auctions.

 Many of the venders said theyhave seen a recent jump in thepopularity of older cartridgegames such as the Nintendo 64.

 “I think this year I expect tosee a lot of N64 because of the 
new systems coming out thatcan read the carts, I think N64will see a rise in trade value... 
and that era,” longtime collectorPhilip Sahagun said. “I don’treally follow treads, I buy what Ilike but I think its going towardsthe carts.”

 Sahagun said he will be sellinghis entire Nintendo Switch 
collection at the Expo, “I goingto sell off everything, and take adaughter to Tahiti.”

 Well known Pasadena resident 
and longtime local theater 
advocate actor Barry Gordonwill be signing autographs alongwith the entire voice cast of the 
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 

June 5 Declared National 
Gun Violence Awareness Day 

annually in honor of HadiyaPendleton, a 15-year-old whowas shot and killed in Chicagoin 2013, just one week afterperforming at President Obama’ssecond inauguration parade. 
Soon after this tragedy, Hadiya’sfriends commemorated her life 
by wearing orange, the colorhunters wear in the woods to 
protect themselves from others. 
The City of Pasadena encouragescommunity members to wearorange in support of the gunviolence prevention movementand to share photos on socialmedia using the hashtag#WearOrange. 
Orange ribbons will be madeavailable to Pasadena police 
officers and city employeesto wear on Friday, June 5, in 
will be distributed to the publicwhile supplies last from 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m. Friday, June 5, at thefollowing locations: 
Jackie Robinson CommunityCenter,1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Robinson Park Recreation 
Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Villa Parke Community Center,
363 E. Villa St. 
Community members mayrequest a gun lock at no cost andwithout identifying themselves.
This collaboration between 
PPHD, Los Angeles County OVP,
and the Pasadena Public Libraryexpands access to practical 
safety tools and reinforces 
Pasadena’s commitment to 
reducing firearm related harm.
For more information visit: 
CityOfPasadena.net 
are ADA-accessible. 
Angel City Football Club willalso be at the event, providingattendees with the chance to 
win giveaways, raffles, andparticipate in soccer-themedactivations. 
Pets and emotional supportanimals are not permittedat this event; only serviceanimals specifically trainedto assist a person with adisability are welcome. Foraccessibility information andrequests, contact (626) 744-
7311 or CSC@cityofpasadena.
net. Providing at least 72hours advance notice will helpensure availability. 
For event details visit: 
VisitPasadena.com/Events/
Watch-Party/ 
available for purchase. 
Juneteenth commemorates 
the end of slavery in theUnited States and honors 
African American history,
culture, and resilience. Theholiday marks June 19, 1865, 
when enslaved people in 
Texas learned they were free,
more than two years after theEmancipation Proclamationwas signed. Today, Juneteenthis celebrated nationwide 
through reflection, education,
and community gatherings.
Pasadena City Hall is located,
100 N. Garfield Ave. 
For more information,
please contact the PRCS 
Department at (626) 744-
7300. 
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The Pasadena City Councilissued a proclamation last weekdeclaring June 5, National 
Gun Violence Awareness Dayin Pasadena. This day honorsand remembers victims and 
survivors of gun violence andsupports efforts to prevent futuregun violence they said.

 National Gun Violence 
Awareness Day kicks off Wear 
Orange Weekend, June 5 
through June 7. The event is held 

recognition of National GunViolence Awareness Day, withofficers continuing to wear themthroughout the weekend. In 
addition, a “Remembering ThoseLost or Injured by Gun Violence”
banner will be installed outside 
Robinson Park Recreation 
Center, where residents can addthe name of a loved one lost to 
gun violence or honor a survivor.

 Free orange ribbons, stickersand informational pamphlets 

Gordon was the original voiceof Donatello on the TMNT 
animated series. Gordon was 
also the voice of the Nestlé QuikBunny for decades among manyother acting credits.

 Krohn said they will also havethe original voice actors fromResident Evil games among 
others.

 Sahagun along with resellersLuDogGames, RetroSquirtle,
Tony and (for transparency) thisnewspaper will have a booth,
with thousands of games, nearthe skateboard ramp.

 For tickets or more information 
including all of the special guestsvisit: socalgamingexpo.com. 

City, NAACPto Host 
Juneteenth 
Celebration

 The City of Pasadena Parks,
Recreation, and CommunityServices (PRCS) Department,
in partnership with the 
National Association for the 
Advancement of Colored 
People (NAACP), invites 
the community to celebrateJuneteenth on Saturday, June20, 2026, from 3 to 8 p.m. atPasadena City Hall.

 The Juneteenth Celebration 
and NAACP 5th Annual 
Roller Jam will feature free 
family-friendly activities, 
arts and crafts presented bythe Armory Center for theArts, a live DJ, communityresources, and roller skatingfor attendees of all ages. 
Roller skates can be loaned 
out for free, and food will be 

Pasadena Election DayFree Free Transit Service

 Director of Transportation,
Joaquin Siques and the 
department announced that 
both Pasadena Transit and 
Pasadena Dial-A-Ride will be 
offering Free rides on ElectionDay, Tuesday, June. The 
majority of polling places and 
drop boxes for mail-in ballotsin Pasadena fall within .25 mile 
of a Pasadena Transit bus stop.
Numerous other transit agenciesin Los Angeles County will bejoining Pasadena in offering freefares on Election Day, includingMetro, LADOT, Montebello BusLines, and Santa Monica BigBlue Bus, to help people get tothe polls.

 Los Angeles County saw25 percent voter turnout inthe March 2024 primary.
Transportation challenges can 

City Celebrates Pride Monthwith Programs and Events 

discourage participation.

 Use Pasadena Transit’s official 
app, Transit, to check bus 
arrivals and plan your trips tothe polls or ballot drop boxes.
For more information, visit:
pasadenatransit.net or call (626)
744-4055 and press 2. 


The City of Pasadena invites thecommunity to celebrate PrideMonth this June with a series 
of inclusive events designed tofoster connection, creativity, andconversation. From educational 
workshops and hands-on artexperiences to communitydiscussions and family-friendlyactivities, Pasadena Pride 
Month programming offers 
opportunities for residents tocome together in support of theLGBTQIA+ community. Eventswill take place throughout Juneat locations across the city,
including Pasadena City Halland local public libraries.
Pride Month Flag RaisingMonday at 12:30 p.m. PasadenaCity Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave.

 Mayor Victor Gordo and theCity Council invite you to attendthe City of Pasadena’s Pride FlagRaising. Wear colorful attire andparticipate in our communityrainbow. 
Parenting with Pride: 
LGBTQIA+ and Inclusivity101 
Thursday at 4:30 p.m. JeffersonBranch Library, 1500 E. Villa St.

 Join a workshop led by PlannedParenthood Pasadena & San 
Gabriel Valley to reflect onhealth and social disparitiesthat affect the LGBTQIA+ 
community and recognizethat everyone deserves respectregardless of their identity ororientation. You’ll also learn 
how to use gender-neutrallanguage and how to help youthfeel safe. For ages 18+. To attend,
sign up at CityOfPasadena.net/
Library/Calendar/.
Pasadena Pride 
Saturday June 13 at 6p.m. to 9

p.m. Pasadena City Hall, 100 N.
Garfield Ave. 
Celebrate with live 
entertainment, crafts and more!
Enjoy family-friendly fun andconnect with local LGBTQIA+
organizations. Free admission;
food available for purchase.
Make Your Mark: A Keith 
Haring Workshop for Teens 

Tuesday June 23 at 3 p.m.
Jefferson Branch Library, 1500

E. Villa St. 
Join the library and explorethe influential work of Keith 
Haring. Discover how his art 
and activism continue to upliftLGBTQIA+ rights, visibilityand equality. Then create yourown Haring-inspired artwork,
experimenting with movement,
color, and your own message forthe world. Supplies provided.
For ages 13-19.
Online Book GroupSaturday June 27 at 10:30 a.m.
Zoom

 The city will discuss Crawl:
Stories by Max Delsohn forPride Month in June. A limited 
number of print copies willbe available for checkout 
from Hill Avenue Branch 
Library. To attend, sign up atCityOfPasadena.net/Library/
Calendar/. For ages 50+.
Pride Crafternoon 
Saturday June 27 at 3 p.m. HillAvenue Branch Library, 55 S. 
Hill Ave.

 Join the library in the courtyardfor a low-key LGBTQIA+
crafting mixer. Pride Monthmight be winding down butthere’s still time left to mix,
mingle...and share your storythrough a zine. Show your pridewith a pony bead bracelet?
Catch up with an old pal viaa hand-crafted postcard? Thechoice is yours. We’ll providethe materials - you bring thecreativity! For ages 18+.
LGBTQIA+ owned BusinessesSpotlight SeriesMonth-long series | Social 
Media

 The City’s Communicationand Marketing Division andEconomic Development 
Division under the CityManager’s Office will highlightLGBTQIA+ owned businessesin Pasadena throughout June.
Follow along on social mediavia Facebook and Instagram @
CityOfPasadena, and Twitter @
PasadenaGov.