The Pasadena Village

05/26/2026

Last week, the city of Pasadena celebrated Older Americans Month!

A big thank you to all of our amazing sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers, and community partners who helped make the 2026 Older Americans Month Resource Fair such a wonderful success!

We loved seeing so many community members engaging in the live demonstrations, connecting with valuable resources, and picking up resource bags throughout the event. Your energy, participation, and support truly made the day special.

This event would not have been possible without everyone who contributed their time, talents, and dedication to serving our older adult community. Thank you for helping us celebrate Older Americans Month in such a meaningful way!

Photo credits: Marlyn Woo and Joanne Wilborn

05/13/2026

Mayor Victor Gordo presented a proclamation in honor of Older Americans Month from the Pasadena City Council to members of the Senior Commission, representatives from Pasadena Village, and local business leaders on May 4. Each year, we celebrate older adults in the month of May during this national commemoration. The 2026 theme of Older Americans Month is Champion Your Health which focuses on prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging.

Executive Director Katie Brandon encouraged the council members and all older adults to join her and fellow commissioners at the fifth annual Pasadena Celebrates Older Americans Month on 5/20 at Victory Park.

Left to right: Dr. Greg Sanchez and Jennifer Dayrit from Home Instead Pasadena, the presenting sponsor of the 5/20 event; Nolan Arcos from Lagerlof, LLP; Senior Commissioners Mari Berkemeier and Chelsea Mason; Mayor Victor Gordo; Commissioner Katie Brandon; Chair Dawneen Lorance; Pasadena Villagers Jo Yeargin and Donna Sider; City Staff Lilia Lopez-Rodriguez and Koko Panossian; and Commissioner Jeanine Hernandez

05/05/2026

Our Outreach Team spent the day in front of City Hall at MobilityDog's Accessibility Resource Fair A.R.F! 2026. What a great event celebrating abilities!

05/04/2026

Last week, we came together to celebrate everyone who makes Pasadena Village such a vibrant, caring community 💛

In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Month, our annual gathering was a meaningful time to reflect on the values that guide us: Service and Appreciation. We shared gratitude for the many individuals who give their time, energy, and talents to support one another and strengthen our community.

To all of our incredible volunteers and Villagers—thank you. Your generosity and spirit are what make this community thrive.

And a special thanks to the Altadena Rotary for their continued support.

04/14/2026

🎉 Celebrate Older Americans Month in Pasadena! 🎉

Mark your calendar for May 20 from 10 AM – 1 PM and join us at Victory Park (2575 Paloma St) for Pasadena’s 5th Annual Older Americans Month Celebration!

This FREE community event is all about connection, wellness, and fun. Discover valuable resources for older adults, enjoy delicious food, live entertainment, exciting giveaways, and so much more!

💚 This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” is all about taking charge of your well-being—through prevention, informed choices, and staying active and independent. Let’s celebrate healthy aging together!

✨ Whether you’re coming for the resources, the entertainment, or just a great time outdoors, there’s something for everyone.

All are welcome—bring a friend!

When Wed 05 / 20 / 2026. Where: Victory Park, 2575 Paloma St, Pasadena, CA 91107

04/13/2026

Are you and your pets ready for disaster? On 4/10, Carmel Mims of Pet Porter Pals shared an informative presentation about how to prepare for disaster. Due to generous support from the American Red Cross, about a dozen participants were not only able to review the information to make their personal plans, but also packed their own starter go bags. Join us at future free Prepared 50+ workshops. The next one is 4/22 with the LA County Office of Emergency Management.

03/27/2026

We had a ✨wonderful✨ time hosting the Restore, Repair, Renew Retreat this past Tuesday at the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden🌳 in Arcadia! We held amazing wellness sessions led by our amazing facilitators: Kim Asland, Valerie Chu, Jason Moss, Rabbi Jill Gold Wright, Nadia Paredes, Stacie Aamon Yeldell, and Michelle Kolb.
A huge thanks to all our partners:
Eaton Fire Collaborative Wellness Committee
Epicentre Church-Pasadena
Lineage Performing Arts Center
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Medical Mission Adventures
Project HOPE
Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel & Pomona Valleys
Girl Scout Troop 5571

Check out these photos from the Restore, Repair, Renew Retreat

03/27/2026

03/20/2026

Virgi Merriam describes a lovely day’s outing to the Cheech Marin Museum in Riverside.

https://pasadena.helpfulvillage.com/blog_posts/898-exploring-the-%E2%80%9Ccheech%E2%80%9D

03/19/2026

Not so scary after all. Sally Asmundson reports on the practical and useful applications of AI.

https://pasadena.helpfulvillage.com/blog_posts/893-ai-presentation