Good morning, Monrovians!

Earlier this month, Monrovia Reads launched One City, One Story in partnership with many local organizations. This citywide reading program invites residents of all ages to explore The Bear, by Andrew Krivak, and companion books for younger readers which center on themes of nature, resilience, and connection. Over the past several weeks, some of your favorite non-profit and community organizations have hosted activities and events across city parks, the library, and public spaces. As the program wraps up February and moves into March, there are still several opportunities to participate! We could not be more proud to participate in this program!

One City, One Story – Upcoming Events

Kicking off the weekend is Stargazing in Canyon Park tonight at 6 p.m. In partnership with the Sidewalk Astronomers, come explore the cosmos and learn how our galaxy and universe connect to the natural world. Few may know that our City’s name happens to travel through space! An asteroid discovered in 1986 by Marian Rudnik, orbiting between Mars and Jupiter, was officially named Monrovia!

Tomorrow (Saturday)

• 9 a.m. – Park Read-In at Recreation Park, hosted by MPWR 
• 10 a.m. – Kids Crafts in Canyon Park, where families can explore nature and turn their discoveries into art with our Park Naturalists
• 2 p.m. – Bear-themed Family Program (Ages 6–11) at the Library, featuring interactive activities about California black bears and how we safely share space
• 3 p.m. – Guided Hike with a Park Naturalist, beginning at the Canyon Park Nature Center and ending at the waterfall (register here)

Sunday – Tuesday

• Sunday, 1 p.m. – History of Canyon Park at the Monrovia Historical Museum
• Monday, 4:30 p.m. – Meditation in the Park at Kiwanis Park
• Tuesday, 6 p.m. – Nature Crafts Night for adults at the Library, featuring a creative 3D cardboard mountain scene activity (register here)

We hope you’ll join us for one or several of our activities over the next few days!

Have a great weekend,

Sincerely,

Dylan 

Email: dfeik@monroviaca.gov

Highlights in this Update: 

• Living with Wildlife Presentation | Saturday, March 7
• Monrovia Wine Walk Ticket Sales Live
• Greening Monrovia High School
• Monrovia Historical Museum: One City, One Story | Sunday, March 1
• Upcoming Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Events
• Counted Out Film Screening at Monrovia High School | Tuesday, March 10
• Private Screening of WHISTLE | Sunday, March 1
• 3rd Annual House Party @ the Park | Sunday, March 15
• Sewer Cleaning Project
• Los Angeles County California Avenue Street Repair Project
• Huntington Drive Improvements Project Continues
• Mountain Avenue Water Repairs
• Work Around Town
• Job Opportunities with the City of Monrovia 

Living with Wildlife Presentation | Saturday, March 7

Have you ever wanted to understand the wildlife in our neighborhood and discover the best ways to live harmoniously with them? Join us and Pasadena Humane Society for a special presentation on safely and respectfully sharing our foothills with local animals on Saturday, March 7, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. (with Q&A) at Monrovia Canyon Park Cabin.

We’ll explore wildlife behaviors, effective deterrence strategies, and practical tips for coexisting with the creatures that call our area home. Whether you’re curious about our mountain neighbors or looking for hands on guidance, this session is for you!

This is a free event (parking fees apply).

Register online today and join us for this informative afternoon!

This program is in coordination with One City, One Story, our City-Wide Literacy Program that brings our community together through a shared book, meaningful conversations, and winter long experiences inspired by nature, creativity, and community.

Monrovia Wine Walk Ticket Sales Live

Monrovia’s 9th Annual Wine Walk will be held on Saturday, April 11, in Old Town Monrovia! Pre-sale tickets are on sale now for $50.00. Purchase your tickets at the following locations or online:

• Monrovia Community Center – 119 W. Palm Avenue
• Charlie’s House – 430 S Myrtle Avenue

Greening Monrovia High School 

Amigos de los Rios provides volunteer opportunities at Monrovia High School for hands-on day of site care to help enhance the school’s outdoor spaces. Volunteers work in small groups alongside native plants and soil, contributing to greener, more welcoming areas for students and the community to enjoy.

Those interested can find more information, including dates and times, and other volunteer opportunities by visiting the California Climate Action Corps website. Come ready to dig in and enjoy a wholesome day connecting with nature! 

Monrovia Historical Museum: One City, One Story | Sunday, March 1

As part of the One City One Story initiative featuring Andrew Krivak’s The Bear, the Monrovia Historical Museum will present historical connections between the novel and Monrovia’s own Canyon Park. Local historian Oliver Beckwith will share stories that deepen understanding of both the book and Monrovia during this special presentation on March 1 at 1 p.m. at the Monrovia Historical Museum in Recreation Park.

Upcoming Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Events

The Monrovia Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses and community members to attend the following upcoming events:

AI for Small Business: AI Foundations & Practical Business Use Cases – Monday, March 9

This beginner-friendly seminar focuses on practical applications of Artificial Intelligence for small businesses. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of AI fundamentals, explore real-world business use cases, and receive ready-to-use prompts to improve efficiency, marketing, sales, and operations.

8:30 – 10:00 a.m. | $20 Members | $25 Non-Members | RSVP 

Networking Lunch – Wednesday, March 11

Connect with fellow business professionals at this monthly networking event.

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. | $30 Members | $35 Non-Members | RSVP.

Coffee Social – Thursday, March 12

A casual morning networking opportunity for members and guests. Raffle prize donations are encouraged; donors will have one minute to introduce their business and draw the winning card.

8:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Free Members | $10 Non-Members | RSVP.

Counted Out Film Screening at Monrovia High School | Tuesday, March 10

Join the Monrovia Unified School District on Tuesday, March 10, for a free community screening of the documentary film Counted Out at Monrovia High School. Food and games start at 5 p.m. with the film screening from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Counted Out explores how math shapes so much of our world, from the news we see to the jobs we get, and why numeric literacy is a critical driver of social and economic opportunity. Through personal stories and expert interviews, the film highlights how access to math affects political polarization, economic and racial inequity, climate change and more, inviting viewers to rethink who gets counted in and who gets left out.

RSVP today on the Counted Out film website!

Private Screening of WHISTLE | Sunday, March 1

Join Creative Being for a private screening of WHISTLE! on Sunday, March 1 at 4 p.m. at the Monrovia Community Center! Experience this heartwarming and humorous documentary about Carole Anne Kaufman’s Masters of Musical Whistling International competition, presented by Australia’s Academy Award–nominated Songbird Studios, followed by a Q&A, live performance, wine and cheese, and reception.

A $10 suggested donation supports Creative Being, a nonprofit inspiring community and artistry. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

3^rd Annual House Party @ the Park | Sunday, March 15

Save the date! You’re invited to the 3rd Annual House Party at the Park, on Sunday, March 15, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Hosted by CommUNITYreIMAGINED and Chris Loos, this family-friendly celebration honors the people making a positive impact in our neighborhood. Enjoy food, music, youth activities, games, a car show, and community resources!

Know someone who deserves an M-Town Award? Nominate them today and tell us how they make our town special!

Sewer Cleaning Project

The City’s contractor, Houston & Harris, will continue a sewer line cleaning project. For the week of March 2 to March 6, drivers can expect temporary lane closures within the project area from Hillcrest Avenue on the north to Royal Oaks Avenue on the south, and from Myrtle Avenue on the west to Terrado Drive on the east.

Work is expected to last through May 2026, and will be phased so that as few streets are affected as possible at any one time.

Contact: City of Monrovia Public Works, (626) 256-8224

Los Angeles County California Avenue Street Repair Project

The County of Los Angeles is performing street repairs along California Avenue south of the Monrovia City limit.

During the week of March 2, work will take place from Pamela Road to Shrode Avenue. Drivers should expect closures of the northbound and southbound lanes of California Avenue within this area.

Please plan for delays along California Avenue and surrounding streets for the duration of the week.

We appreciate your understanding, as the County works to make critical repairs to local roads. Schedules are subject to change. We appreciate your flexibility.

Contact: Monrovia Public Works, (626) 256-8224

 Huntington Drive Improvements Project Continues

The City’s contractors will continue the Huntington Drive Improvement Project. For the week of March 2 through March 6, drivers should expect contractors to perform the following activities:

• Intersection of Huntington Drive and Shamrock Avenue – Repair of concrete in roadway
  • Shamrock Avenue
    • Northbound traffic diverted to southbound lanes
    • Single lane of traffic in each direction
    • Multi-day closure
    • Turn restrictions in effect
  • Huntington Drive
    • Single lane of traffic in each direction
    • Multi-day lane closure
    • Turn restrictions in effect
• Intersection of Huntington Drive and Myrtle Avenue – Repair of water valves in roadway
  • Myrtle Avenue
    • Single lane of southbound traffic
  • Huntington Drive
    • Single lane of eastbound traffic
    • Turn restrictions in effect
• Intersection of Huntington Drive and California Avenue – Repair of water valves in roadway
  • California Avenue
    • Single lane of traffic in each direction
    • Turn restrictions in effect
  • Huntington Drive
    • Single lane of traffic in each direction
    • Turn restrictions in effect

Regular street sweeping will not take place in the work area during construction hours, so please take note of posted construction parking signage. Work is projected to last through April 2026.

Mountain Avenue Water Repairs

The City’s contractor All American Asphalt will complete restoration of the Mountain Avenue center median following an emergency water repair at the Lemon Avenue intersection earlier this month. During the week of March 2 through March 6, residents should expect the following activities:

• Mountain Avenue and Lemon Avenue Intersection
  • Restoration of center median
  • Adjustments to traffic signals
  • Single lane of traffic along Mountain Avenue
  • Turn restrictions from Mountain Avenue onto Lemon Avenue

Residents and drivers should also expect increased traffic, increased noise, and on-street parking restrictions between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Regular street sweeping will not take place in the work area during construction hours, so please take note of posted construction parking signage.

Contact: Monrovia Public Works, (626) 256-8224

Work Around Town

For the week of Monday, March 2 through Friday, March 6 the following locations will have construction work that may alter traffic and/or sidewalk flow. Please follow all directional signage and worker instructions for your safety.

• Friday, February 27
  • 400 Block of Highland Place – trench in street
  • 1400 Block of S Myrtle Ave – southbound lane closure
• Monday-Friday, March 2-6
  • 200 Block of W Duarte Road – road closure on Magnolia Ave
• Monday, March 2
  • 700 Block of California Ave – shoulder closure for pole replacement
  • 200 Blok of Alta Vista Ave – trench in street

Contact: Monrovia Public Works, (626) 932-5575

Job Opportunities with the City of Monrovia

 The City of Monrovia offers interested individuals a chance to keep themselves notified on our job openings through the job interest card. This card will help interested individuals receive notifications about positions that open within the City without having to log on to view our employment opportunities page continuously.

The City of Monrovia is now recruiting for the following positions: 

• Fire Cadet (Part-time)
• Police Officer (Recruit/Entry-Level)
• Police Officer (Lateral)
• Police Cadet (Part-time)

Neighborhood Watch Report

This report lists the total number of calls for service received over the last seven-day period.

Key Dates, Programs & Virtual Events

• City Council Meeting | Tuesday, March 3 at 7:30 p.m. | Monrovia City Hall
•  Monrovia Today | Winter Activity Guide
•  Make an Appointment for Passport Services at Monrovia Community Center 
•  Monrovia Street Fair & Market | Fridays | 5 p.m.
•  E-Waste Drop Off at Monrovia Public Works Yard | Mon - Thu | 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
•  Subscribe to e-Notifications for Meeting Agendas
•  Request a Bulky Item Pick-Up
•  Traffic Safety Request Application
•  Report an Issue for Public Works
•  Shop the City of Monrovia Official Store