Pasadena Chamber of Commerce

Fuller Seminary invites Chamber members and friends to join them for the Max and Esther De Press Presidential Lectureship on Monday, February 8th at 4:00 p.m in Travis Auditorium on the Fuller Campus. Special guest Robert W. Lane, Chairman of Deere and Company discussed Human Flourishing: Theological Reflections on the High Calling of Business Leadership. For more information or to reserve a seat call (626) 584-5489 or email creiff@fuller.edu.

Episcopal Home Communities will host a coming out party for their new Sophie Miller Foundation on Tuesday, April 20th at 6:00 p.m. at Tournament House in Pasadena.  For information call (626) 300-6215.

Flintridge Operating Foundation and the La Pintoresca Branch of the Pasdena Public Library present Dr. Terrence Roberts discussing Lessons from Little Rock. Dr. Roberts was one of the Little Rock Nine, students of color who first integrated public schools there in 1957. Dr. Roberts will speak on Thursday, February 4th at 6:00 p.m.  at La Pintoresca on Washington Boulevard between Fair Oaks and Raymond Avenue.

Caltech/MIT Forum presents New media Revenue Models on Saturday, February 6th at 8:00 a.m. in Baxter Hall on the Caltech campus. For information visit www.entforum.caltech.edu.

Vroman’s Education Program presents Your Life as Story, creative non-fiction and memoir workshop Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. beginning January 26th. Acclaimed novelist Jervey Tervalon teaches the course. For registration information please call (626) 449-5320 or visit www.vromansbookstore.com.

Join race fans at Santa Anita Park for the Sunshine Millions on Saturday, January 30th.  Santa Anita hosts the Big Cap, the $1 Million Santa Anita Handicap on Saturday, March 6th. Visit www.santaanita.com for more information. Join us for Pasadena Chamber Day at the Races on Saturday, March 20th. Call the Chamber at (626) 795-3355 for information.

Explore some of Pasadena’s finest restaurants during Dine LA from January 31st to February 5th. Local restaurants join eateries throughout Los Angeles County in offered prix fixe menus at set prices. Three-course meals are offered at $16, $22 and $28 for lunch and $26, $34 and $44 for dinner. Participating restaurants include: Il Fornaio, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Sushi Roku and The Melting Pot. For more information, contact the restaurant.

Art Deco Entertainment performs the music of the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s for your party, event or gathering. Art Deco an his Society Orchestra have been performing since 1978. For more information or to book a show, visit www.artdecoentertainment.com.

Arroyo Parkway Self Storage celebrates its 10 year anniversary with customer specials. For more information, call (626) 585-8800 or visitwww.gotstuffstorage.com.

The Pasadena Junior League hosts a statewide conference for the State Public Affairs Committee of the Junior League at the Hilton Hotel from March 19th through March 21st. 50 to 70 women from across California will discuss pending legislation, discuss issues such as healthcare, violence prevention and family support. Organizers are compiling gift bags for visitors. If you would like to donate a certificate, discount coupon or giveaway item, call (626) 200-6659 or email angelamblair@yahoo.com.

The San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership hosts a members meeting and discussion of Technology and Innovation with representatives of Southern California Edison, AT&T and others. The meeting will be held at America’s Christian Credit Union at 2100 E. Route 66 in Glendora on February 3rd at 9:15 a.m. For more information visit www.valleyconnect.com

Caltech presents A Conversation with Anne Mulcahy, chair of Xerox Corporation, on Wednesday, February 3rd at 8:00 p.m. For information on this FREE event, please call (626) 395-4652.

Verdugo Hills Showtime Chorus will have a female barbershop quartet sing to your Valentine for you. To order a Singing Valentine call (626) 797-1732.

PIHRA, an organization of human resources professionals, offers Chamber members the opportunity to take part in seminars and meetings hosted at Huntington Hospital on the second Tuesday of each month. Through a reciprocal agreement, PIHRA is offering Chamber members the opportunity to participate at PIHRA member rates. For more information or to attend these informative events, email pihra3@yahoo.com.

The Pasadena Senior Center at 85 East Holly Street hosts the Pasadena Literary Festival of Women Authors on Saturday, February 6th. The Festival showcases the talent of four award-wining contemporary writers: Reyna Grande, Claire LaZebnick, Nichole Mones and Marisa Silver. Authors will discuss and signtheir work. Lunch is catered. Proceeds benefit the Pasadena Senior Center. For more information call (626) 685-6724.

Japon Bistro at 927 East Colorado celebrates Sake with a wonderful collection of new and exciting sake at the Sale Only Store.

The Ice House at 24 North Mentor Avenue presents Saturday Night Live alum Norm MacDonald on Saturday, January 30th. Call (626) 449-4053 for reservations.

The Pasadena Museum of History hosts a tour of the Zane Grey Estate in Altadena on Thursday, January 28th from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Guest speaker and former Chamber Board Chair Nat Read will discuss his book, Don Benito Wilson: From Mountain Man to Mayor – Los Angeles 1841- 1878. he event also includes a light supper, wine, coffee and dessert. Tickets are $50. For more information email info@pasadenahistory.org.

Pasadena Highlands, an independent and assisted living facility, hosts a Senior Driving Safety seminar on Thursday, January 21st at 7:00 p.m. Ann Love, senior ombudsman from the state Department of Motor Vehicles will suggest ways seniors can continue driving. The event is free, but RSVPs are requested at (626) 791-1981.

The Lincoln Training Center hosts the 26th Annual Affair of the Heart celebrating everyday heroes on March 20th. For more information visit www.lincolntc.org.

The Langham Huntington Hotel’s Michael Voltaggio was named the winner of this season’s Top Chef television show. Voltaggio, Chef de Cuisine at The Dining Room, has brought his innovative techniques and vision to Pasadena’s Michelin-rated restaurant. For information or reservations call (626) 568-3900 or visit www.pasadena.langhamhotels.com.

The Theatre @ Boston Court announced its 2010 Season of World Premieres. Works by Luis Alfaro’s Oedipus El Rey opens February 27th. Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera, the classic tale is reimagined in an East Los Angeles bar. For tickets or information, call (626) 683-6883 or visit www.bostoncourt.org.

Allan Company is an authorized E-waste collector. Bring your computer equipment, electronics, microwaves and more to their 540 West Chevy Chase Drive in Glendale location to dispose of them properly.

First Tee of Pasadena invites golf lovers to experience the Northern Trust Open PGA Tour event February 2nd to 7th at L.A.’s Riviera Country Club. One day grounds passes cost $35 and include a round of golf at Brookside Golf Club. A week-long pass costs $100 and includes golf for two at Brookside. For information call (626) 543-4708 or email: thefirstteepasadena@gmail.com.

Bethune Theatredanse celebrates its 30th anniversary with four performances of the Wyland-inspired multimedia production of Silent Roar on February 5th through February 7th, 2010 at the Glendale Community College Theatre. Discounts are available for Chamber members. A special fundraising gala for Infinite Dreams, Bethune Theatredanse’s participatory dance and drama program for disabled children precedes the February 5th performance. For tickets call (800) 838-3006 or visit www.brownpapertickets.com. For information on BethuneTheatredanse call (323) 874-0481 or visit www.bethunetheatredanse.org.

Union Station Homeless Services and Sources could use your help. Sources helps enable formerly homeless persons to re-enter the workforce. Their training program helps individuals polish their resume, hone their application and interview skills and get ready to apply for and find a job. They can use our help. Applicants are in need of cell phones and cell phone minutes to ensure they get that very important call about a job or interview. If you can purchase a prepaid cell phone or card to support this effort, please contact Sue at sshanley@unionstationhs.org.