Good morning, Monrovians,

The Monrovia Parks, Wilderness, & Recreation Foundation (MPWR) is dedicated to enhancing Monrovia's parks, recreation programs, wilderness areas, and open spaces that bring our community together. Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporters, the Foundation has invested thousands of dollars into projects and programs that improve the experience for residents of all ages!

In 2025, the MPWR provided $32,000 for interpretive signs at Canyon Park, Hillside Wilderness Preserve, and Tsuneishi Park. It has also awarded $10,000 in youth scholarships to date, with another $5,000 committed to recreation programs to help ensure every young Monrovian has access to enriching activities. In addition, MPWR is providing $2,000 to support Kids Craft in the Canyon events, helping cover supplies and snacks for families... Interested in joining the fun? The next Kids Craft in the Canyon event is August 22!

Every one of these projects is made possible by the generosity of our community. If you'd like to help create more opportunities like these, now is the time to get involved. Support the MPWR by participating in the Summer Auction, happening now through Sunday, July 26.

With over 150 items and unique experiences, treat yourself to something fun and help support Monrovia’s parks, open space, and wilderness at the same time!

• Become Monrovia City Manager for a day (including park tours and a ride with Monrovia Fire & Rescue).
• Monrovia Canyon Park Sawpit Dam experience with wine, bites and the best views in the valley!
• Dinner and drinks at the world famous Caltech Athenaeum.
• Garden box seats to the Hollywood bowl.
• Art, jewelry and gift cards to Monrovia restaurants and businesses.
• And so much more - there is something for everyone!

Sincerely,
Dylan 

Email: dfeik@monroviaca.gov

Highlights in this Update

• Movies in the Park
• Pasadena Humane - Pet of the Month
• RSVP Today! Community Bike Ride to Movie in the Park
• Smart Irrigation Month Home Landscape Contest - Last Day! 
• Centre Stage Presents Honk! Jr.  
• 6th Annual Back to School Giveaway | August 8 and 15
• Youth Commission Positions Open!
• Summer Concerts in the Park
• Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events
• Work Around Town
• Job Opportunities with the City of Monrovia

Movies in the Park

As we prepare for another great evening of Movies in the Park, we want to share that there has been a change to this week’s movie. The movie originally scheduled to be shown is no longer available. We are pleased to announce that GOAT will now be the featured movie for Saturday, July 25. 

Bring a blanket or chairs, pack some snacks, and settle in for a relaxing evening under the stars...it's free and open to everyone! Here's the full lineup for this summer:

• July 25 – GOAT, Julian Fisher Park (915 S. California Ave)
• August 1 – Lilo & Stitch (2025), Library Park (321 S. Myrtle Ave)
• August 8 – Wicked: For Good, Recreation Park (620 S. Shamrock Ave)

Pasadena Humane - Pet of the Month

Meet Ella! She's a sweet 6-year-old German Shepherd searching for her forever home. She loves people and gets along great with other dogs! If you're interested in adopting Ella, contact Pasadena Humane and mention ID# PHC-A-23026.

Join Pasadena Humane for Score Your Best Buddy, a free after-hours adoption event sponsored by Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and ZippyPaws! Meet adoptable animals of all kinds and find your newest teammate on Monday, July 29, from 4 to 7 p.m., with LAFC player meet-and-greets from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

RSVP Today! Community Bike Ride to Movie in the Park

Join us on Saturday, August 1, for a free, family-friendly Bike-In Movie Night! We’ll start with a community bike ride followed by a movie at Library Park. During the ride, we’ll ask for feedback to help improve the Monrovia cycling experience. The community ride will also start at Library Park, with participants expected to meet near the fountain. 

What to expect: 

• Approximately 7 miles of cycling with gradual elevation gain at a pace of 10-12 miles per hour (beginner/intermediate experience level)
• On-street biking, sharing space with cars and other roadway users
• Bike marshals will be present, helping lead the route and keeping the group together
• Share feedback on your experience riding in Monrovia through guided written and oral responses
• A fun evening spent with community!

What to bring: 

• A functional bicycle or wheeled device (highly recommended with gears; e-bikes are welcome)
• A helmet (required for ages under 18)
• Water bottle (filled with water)
• Bike lock (to secure bike during movie)
• Bike lights (front white light and back red light)
• Bikes with training wheels are not permitted, but children are welcome to attend if pulled in a trailer or on a bike child seat
• Bring layers, warm clothes, and/or jackets for when the sun goes down
• Seating for the movie (e.g. chairs and/or a blanket)

Participants should register before the event and indicate whether they’ll attend the Movie in the Park event after the ride. Those interested in just the movie do not need to RSVP. 

We look forward to seeing you there!

Funding for the community bike ride portion of this event is provided by a grant with the California Office of Traffic Safety.

Smart Irrigation Month Home Landscape Contest | Entries Due July 24

The Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District is inviting residents to enter its Smart Irrigation Month Home Landscape Contest by sharing photos of water-smart yards and irrigation practices! Entries must be located within Upper Water's service area, and submissions are made by filling out an online form and uploading landscape photos. The entry deadline is Friday, July 24.

Prizes include a Flume flow monitor device for first place, a Rain Bird irrigation controller for second, and a $50 Home Depot gift card for third! For questions, please contact Yesenia Bugarin at yesenia@usgvmwd.org.

Now's also the time to give your irrigation system a smart upgrade. The City offers a range of residential and commercial rebates on outdoor devices to help you save water, money and time. Available devices include:

• Rotating Sprinkler Nozzle
• Weather Based Irrigation Controller
• Soil Moisture Meter
• Rain Barrel
• Turf Replacement

Be sure to check the SoCalWater$mart website for qualifying devices and the application process.

Centre Stage Presents Honk! Jr. 

Centre Stage invites the Monrovia community to experience the magic of live theatre with Honk! Jr. performed by talented local young performers, July 30 through August 1, at 1PM & 6PM, at IFGF Church. 

Based on Hans Christian Andersen's beloved tale The Ugly Duckling, Honk! Jr. is a heartwarming musical about acceptance, courage, and discovering that our differences are what make us special. Purchase tickets today!

6th Annual Back to School Giveaway | August 8 and 15

Darden Leadership & Career Academy and Simply Divine Academy are hosting their sixth annual Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, August 8, at 301 W. Huntington Dr., Monrovia with a second date on August 15 at Simply Divine Academy's Altadena location. Registration is required and limited to one day per family. Registration is available online now!

Additionally, the academies are collecting donations of backpacks and supplies, including items such as binders, calculators, glue, scissors, and composition books, through August 8. Monetary donations are also accepted and can be made online.

Those interested in registering or donating can contact organizers Keshia Darden at 626-803-2831 or Steve Darden at 626-421-6884.

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Summer Concerts in the Park

Our Summer Concert Series is underway. The series will run through August 9, starting at 7 p.m. Come on out and enjoy music from salsa and jazz to Old School and Top 40s; there is something for everyone.

Library Park – 321 S. Myrtle Avenue

• Sunday, July 26 – The 'ACE' Band
• Sunday, August 2 – Upstream
• Sunday, August 9 – Bumptown

For more information, please call the Monrovia Community Center at (626) 256-8246.

Looking for a fun way to stay involved this summer? If you're a student in grades 6-12, the Youth Commission is a great opportunity to make new friends, develop leadership skills, give back to your community, and help plan events for local teens. Whether you're passionate about volunteering, sharing your ideas, or trying something new, there's a place for you on the Youth Commission.

Check out what's happening this month and join us for a summer full of opportunities, service, and fun.

Monrovia Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events

• Paint & Sip | Monrovia Chamber & MAFA
  • Monday, July 27 | 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
  • Monrovia Chamber Office, 620 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia
  • $40 per person (includes painting materials, refreshments & appetizers), 21+, limited to 20 | RSVP
• Chamber Lunch Mob | Mayan Bar & Noodle
  • Wednesday, July 29 | 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
  • 317 W. Foothill Blvd., Monrovia, CA 91016
  • All are welcome, pay for your own lunch | RSVP
• Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening | The Arthur Blair Historic Inn
  • Thursday, July 30 | 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
  • 512 S. Ivy Ave., Monrovia
  • RSVP

Work Around Town

The City of Monrovia's Projects and Traffic Updates Page provides timely updates on City construction projects, local traffic impacts, and utilities maintenance and emergency repairs. Visit the page today: City of Monrovia Project and Traffic Updates.

Huntington Drive Project - Drivers should expect additional intermittent traffic delays along Huntington Drive from Magnolia Avenue to Shamrock Avenue.

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: 

• Police Officer (Recruit/Entry-level)
• Police Officer (Lateral)

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

• View the Monrovia Today | Summer Edition
• 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