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Local Runner to Conquer Final World Marathon Major, Cementing “Six Star” Status
Albert Lew, a resident of Alhambra, is poised to make history this April when he takes on the iconic Boston Marathon. This race marks the culmination of a remarkable journey…
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COLUMN: Discover What’s New in Downtown Alhambra
Hello, Alhambra! My name is Allison Mayrena, and it’s my privilege to serve as the President of the Downtown Alhambra Business District Association and owner of Vita Cane Alhambra, located…
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A Day in the Life of Alhambra Chamber CEO John Bwarie
John Bwarie is the CEO of the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce. His role is to provide leadership and direction to the organization and fulfill its mission to strengthen the business…
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COLUMN: The Importance of Associations
Nearly two hundred years ago, French political theorist Alexis de Tocqueville traveled throughout our young country and documented his insights in a book called Democracy in America. In it, he…
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Woodside Terrace Sells for $26.2M
Dana Point-based commercial real estate investment company Raintree Partners recently bought the Woodside Terrace apartment complex in Alhambra for $26.2 million. Located at at 400 N Chapel Ave, Woodside Terrace…
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The Impact of the Eaton Fires on Local Real Estate and Communities
Article written by Wesley Kang, KellerWilliams Realty The recent Eaton Fire has profoundly impacted our community, leaving many families displaced and raising concerns about housing availability and affordability. My name…
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Ke Huy Quan Got Cement on His Shoes!!!
In the August 2024 issue of Around Alhambra, we chronicled the life and career of Alhambra High School alumni, actor Ke Huy Quan. We started by telling of his Han…
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The Best Comfort Food in SGV is in Alhambra
The best new chicken and waffle shop in Los Angeles is tucked away inside a small plaza, next to a 7-11 and a Papa Johns Pizza. Monty’s Alhambra opened in…
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From Homeless to Hot Pink Icon, Meet Alhambra’s Exterminator “She-ro” Kat Herrera
It’s impossible to miss Kat Herrera in the field with her hot pink hair and matching hot pink Doc Martens — her battle uniform against the various pests plaguing Los…
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Alhambra Historical Society to Present “Alhambra’s Early Women Influencers” on March 20
For Women’s History Month, Alhambra Historical Society will present “Alhambra’s Early Women Influencers” on Thursday, March 20 at 7 pm at the Masonic Center, 9 West Woodward Avenue, Alhambra, CA…
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Alhambra’s Original Influencer: Warner Jenkins
We think of influencers today as online computer savvy young people who share their points of view and product placements with thousands, even millions of followers. But a couple of…
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100 Years of Service: Thank you, Joe ‘Peppy’ Sciarra
On December 20 2024, Peppy Sciarra marked his 100th birthday. That week his friends in the Alhambra Rotary Club and other civic organizations threw him a surprise birthday party. Fifty…
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Downtown Alhambra Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day With Their 14th Annual Pub Crawl
Downtown Alhambra Business Association will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with their 14th Annual Pub Crawl on Monday, March 17 on Main Street. The Pub Crawl event will start at the…
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Seller Objectives and Strategies in Real Estate
People have different objectives when they sell their homes. Some of these objectives can include: obtaining the highest possible selling price, selling the property quickly, negotiating a certain rent back…
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What’s Your Story? ArtCenter Shares Portraits from Alhambra’s Lunar New Year Festival
How do you create an equitable portrait of Los Angeles? That’s the question that ArtCenter’s “What’s Your Story?” project seeks to answer. Students in the project class, taught by Ken…
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COLUMN: On Sustainability
We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. -Chief Seattle What is sustainability? Is it something worth pursuing? Is it something we should…
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Alhambra Latino Association Hosts “Celebrating Our Cultures” Event at MKHS
The Alhambra Latino Association (ALA) invites Alhambra Unified School District families and staff members to a festive celebration of cultural diversity on Saturday, March 22. Celebrating Our Cultures will take…
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Hands-On Cooking Lessons at Baldwin Instill a Passion for the Culinary Arts
Baldwin students received a hands-on introduction to the culinary arts. They learned essential skills like whisking, chopping, and plating under the guidance of Chef Bill Yee. The sessions inspired students’…
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Alhambra Council PTA Celebrates Volunteers and School Supporters at the Founders Day Celebration
The Alhambra Unified School District community is invited to the Alhambra Council PTAs (ACPTA) Founders Day Dinner and Awards Celebration on April 11, at the Hilton Los Angeles/San Gabriel. This…
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The Bloody Tale of Sweeney Todd is Coming to the Alhambra High School Stage
Alhambra High School’s theater department is preparing to bring a thrilling and chilling production to the stage this spring with Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The Tony…
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SGHS Brings Beetlejuice JR to the Stage
It’s showtime! Get ready for a spooky and spectacular show! San Gabriel High School Theatre presents Beetlejuice JR, running from April 11 to April 18. Don’t miss this high-energy musical…
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AUSD and ATA Join Forces to Support Families in Need
Thank you to the many volunteers who made the latest food pantry distribution such a success. Additional donations are always welcomed. Make drop-off arrangements through the Alhambra Teachers Association (626-289-1933…
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Rotary Club Donates $5,000 to Support AUSD Families Affected by Recent Wildfires
AUSD has enjoyed a long, supportive partnership with the Alhambra and Monterey Park Rotary Club, and appreciate all they do for our students, staff members, and community. The Alhambra and…
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AUSD Aims to Defend Title as BEST School District in the 2025 Readers Choice Awards
The 2025 Readers Choice Awards are officially open for voting, giving the San Gabriel Valley community a chance to recognize their local favorites. Last year, Alhambra Unified School District (AUSD)…
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AAA of Alhambra Announces its 2025 Scholars
The Asian American Association (AAA) of Alhambra is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarships. Once again, three outstanding Alhambra Unified School District seniors were selected for this…
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AUSD Musicians Take Center Stage at Rotary Music Competition
Rotary Club President Ayla Jefferson congratulates talented musicians Luke Timbre (AHS), Matthew Dominguez (SGHS), and Mario Interiano (AHS) on their outstanding performances. The Alhambra and Monterey Park Rotary Club held…
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Explore the Creativity of AUSD Students at Our Upcoming Open Houses
Join us for Alhambra Unified School District’s Open House events and celebrate the incredible work our students have accomplished this year. These special evenings give parents and family members a…
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You can BEE-lieve it…Naomi Chan Wins AUSD’s First District Spelling Bee
Naomi Chan beams with pride as AUSD’s first-ever district spelling champ! Twelve of Alhambra Unified School District’s top spellers went head-to-head in the 2025 District Spelling Bee on February 5,…
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Don’t Let a Rainy Year Fool You — Water Conservation Still Matters
With Earth Day approaching and sustainability on everyone’s mind, it’s a good time to talk about one of our most precious natural resources — water. After a wet winter last…
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Try Optometrist Harlan Snyder: You’ll See
On October 29, 1929, the very day that the stock market crashed, Optometrist Dr. George Morrison opened an optometry office in Alhambra. From that day until today, the business has…
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Highlights From the 2025 Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival
Every year, Alhambra hosts a Lunar New Year Festival for a day of cultural education, enjoyment, and community. This year, the festival was held on Saturday, February 8, and brought…
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Barger Launches Altadena Recovery Commission to Support Long-Term Eaton Fire Recovery
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger is launching the formation of the Altadena Recovery Commission to organize, resource, and support the long-term rebuild of the Altadena community…
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New Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Altadena
FEMA opened a new Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Altadena Monday morning at 9 am. Located at 540 W. Woodbury Rd., the new center is open daily from 9 am…
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New Hughes Fire Burns More Than 10,000 Acres
On Wednesday, January 22, the Hughes fire exploded from a brush fire in the area north of Castaic, prompting evacuation orders and an extended red flag warning. As of Thursday…
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Wildfire Updates: Resources for Small Businesses & How You Can Help
Friday, January 17 — Several AUSD employees and students have lost their homes in the ongoing Eaton Fire that started on Tuesday, January 7. The Greater Los Angeles Educational Foundation…
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Extreme Fire Conditions Forecast for Wednesday
Tuesday’s winds were weaker than expected, but the National Weather Service is now forecasting extreme fire conditions between 3 am and 3 pm on Wednesday. Peak gusts could reach between…
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Eaton Fire Updates: Alhambra Air Quality Drops, AUSD Schools Closed Until Monday & More
Air Quality With three major fires still blazing in the Los Angeles area, including the Eaton Fire in Altadena, at least five people have died while thousands of others have…
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Eaton Fire Updates: AUSD Closed & Trees Down in Alhambra
A wildfire broke out Tuesday night in the hills above Altadena near Eaton Canyon, which has now spread to over 2,200 acres. Parts of Pasadena, eastern Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge,…
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Main Street Market Kicks Off New Monthly Artisan Flea Market in Alhambra
The new Main Street Market, a monthly artisan, craft, and flea market, kicked off 2025 with a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Sunday, January 6. Over a dozen vendors…
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Arts & Culture Around Alhambra
The Special Academy’s mission is to increase public awareness, recognition and appreciation of the creative talents of people with disabilities by providing opportunities that encourage, promote and showcase their artistic…
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Nucleus Shines Light on Illustrated Art
If you’re walking down Main St. on a Saturday evening, you might see lines on the sidewalk of people waiting for tables at a Korean barbecue restaurant or outside the…
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Ohsweetea Brings A Refreshing Take on Boba to SGV
Florence Hui is bringing a new, refreshing take on boba to the San Gabriel Valley. There’s no shortage of boba here, even specialty boba shops each with a unique lineup…
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Seen Health Offers Culturally Sensitive Senior Care in Alhambra
Twin brothers Xing and Yang Su don’t just want their own grandparents to have quality health care, they want it for every senior. “We were raised by our grandparents for…
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Hop, Skip, Jump, and Play at Little Dimples Playground
Sarah Del Rosario opened Little Dimples Playground in Montebello with nothing more than a dream and funds from selling her house. Starting a new business is always a gamble, but…
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Alhambra and Its Water
“A man from the west will fight over three things: water, women, and gold, and usually in that order.” — United States Senator, Barry Goldwater. “Thousands have lived without love,…
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Mayor’s Corner: January 2025
It is with immense honor and gratitude that I step into the role of Councilmember for District 4 and Mayor of Alhambra. My heart is full of appreciation, and I…
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Kick Off the Year of the Snake at the 2025 Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival
The Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival is the biggest single-day festival in Southern California, returning to Downtown Alhambra on February 8 this year with new features and attractions. Bring your…
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Historical Society to Present “Alarming Alhambra: Investigating the Dark Side of Alhambra’s History”
Join Alhambra Historical Society at 7 pm on Thursday, January 23, at the Alhambra Masonic Center at 9 West Woodward Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91801 for a presentation entitled “Alarming Alhambra:…
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Soroptimists At Work Providing Women with Economic Empowerment Through Education
Soroptimist Camino Real Region held their 2024 Fall Workshop at Ramona Convent Secondary School on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Over 100 members from 23 clubs were present at the event,…
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Investing in Community Health and Wellness Through School Greening Projects
The San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District recently approved a $50,000 grant to support a greening initiative at Fremont Elementary School in Alhambra. Led by Asian Pacific Islander Forward Movement…
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That Time It Snowed In Alhambra
Alhambra is in the heart of sunny Southern California. We are used to clear days and blue skies. They are on display during the annual Rose Parade when much of…
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Local Sports News from AUSD High Schools
Girls Golf The Alhambra Girls Golf team made history claiming their first ever CIF Division 5 Championship held at Green River Golf Club in Corona on November 4. The Varsity…
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Mary Poppins Jr. ‘Flies’ Into Early 20th Century London For Some Family Fun
Disney’s Mary Poppins JR. will be presented at Cathedral High School Theatre on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, January 23, 24, and 25, 2025, at 7 pm with a 2 pm…
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Making History Internationally: The Academy of Special Dreams Foundation Champions Inclusion and Mobility
By Michael Dergar, Academy of Special Dreams Foundation Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico—In a groundbreaking event that will be remembered for years to come, the Academy of Special Dreams Foundation, alongside local…
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The Alhambra Kicks Off the Holiday Season with Santa Night
Content provided by The Alhambra. The Alhambra was transformed into an outdoor Winter Wonderland for Santa Night on December 5. Tenants and their families were treated to a stroll through…
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The 2025 Rose Queen and Court Visit Alhambra
The Rose Court, a tradition dating back more than 100 years, consists of seven female high school seniors across the Pasadena Area Community College District who are selected as “Princesses”…
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Dodgers Fever Takes Over Alhambra
This October, the Los Angeles Dodgers won their eighth Major League Baseball World Series championship in franchise history as they prevailed over the New York Yankees. Roars and cheers were…
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Graduation of Cal State LA’s Prison Graduation Initiative’s third cohort provides incarcerated students bachelor’s degrees in communication, ‘purpose in life’
Eleven more students graduate from Cal State LA’s innovative program, which was founded in 2016 as the first in-person bachelor’s degree completion program for incarcerated students in California On his…
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Cal State LA program provides tax-preparation skills to students, millions of dollars to community
About 80 Cal State LA students were responsible for infusing millions of dollars into the local economy earlier this year. The students, working through the Cal State LA’s Volunteer Income…
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City of Alhambra Unveils 2025 Rose Parade Float Design, Inspired by Local Student
The City of Alhambra is excited to announce its participation in the 2025 Tournament of Roses Parade, marking the city’s 96th consecutive year in this iconic celebration. This year’s parade…
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Alhambra Library to Host Interactive Event for New Vending Library and Locker of Things
Get ready for a library experience like no other! The Alhambra community is invited to a free hands-on event on Tuesday, November 19, from 11 AM to 5 PM at…
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The Alhambra Holiday Gift Guide: Perfect Picks for Everyone on Your List!
For years, Around Alhambra has helped make holiday shopping easy with our annual roundup of must-have items, all available right here in our community! This season, we invite you to…
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Meet Linda Lee: Alhambra’s Featured Artist for November
Each month, the City of Alhambra features a new artist’s exhibition at City Hall. These exhibitions highlight local artists in Los Angeles and in the San Gabriel Valley. In November,…
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Young Entrepreneurs Bootcamp Sets Up High School Students for Success in Alhambra
The Alhambra’s Young Entrepreneurship Program kicked off on Saturday, October 26, with a day-long startup bootcamp followed by a pitch competition to select five aspiring high school students to achieve…
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Atherton Announces New CEO
Atherton — a dynamic, non-profit Christian senior living community located in Alhambra — has named Brett Meredith President/CEO, effective October 1. Brett succeeds Rev. J. Craig Statton, who retired on…
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Neighborhood Featured in 2004 Home Tour Identified As Potential Historic District
Twenty years ago on November 7, 2004, Alhambra’s historic preservation movement was born with Alhambra Historical Society and Alhambra Preservation Group co-hosting Alhambra’s inaugural home tour in the northwest corner…
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Bethesda Repertory Theatre Brings Non-Profit Theater to Alhambra with My Brother’s Keeper
Bethesda Repertory Theatre, named after the Angel of the Waters fountain in New York’s Central Park, is Alhambra’s newest and only theater company. The Angel of the Waters fountain is…
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The Vincent Price Art Museum Brings Together Students, Community, and Fine Art
Vincent Price might be a familiar name to Angelenos, with the famous actor’s involvement and philanthropy in the area stretching back decades. The Vincent Price Art Museum at East Los…
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Make Memories Instead of Waste
The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness and giving. It’s also a season with more shopping and waste, putting pressure on family budgets and recycling and trash carts….
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Third Places on the Rise in Alhambra
When you’re not at work or home, where do you go? That’s the question third places are trying to answer. The term “third places” was coined by sociologist Ray Oldenburg,…
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Cal State LA selected as county Vote Center for 2024 general election
Cal State LA has been selected to serve as a Los Angeles County Vote Center in California’s November 5 General Election. Voters in Los Angeles County will be able to…
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Chamber View: Greeting the Season with Great Expectations
It’s the most wonderful time of the year if YOU make it so! For many of our community members, the gift giving season is a time to express what others…
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Santa Arrives in Downtown Alhambra for the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Downtown Alhambra Business Association brings you free photos with Santa at their annual city Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, December 6 at the Renaissance Plaza at 1 E. Main St….
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Downtown Alhambra Announces New Monthly Main Street Market
Downtown Alhambra Business Association will celebrate the Grand Opening of their first ever monthly Alhambra Main Street Market on Sunday, January 5th 2025. Main Street Market will be held every…
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Ramona Students Explore Multimedia Careers at Chargers Career Pathways Panel
Ramona students had the unique opportunity to attend a Career Pathways Panel, where they engaged with multimedia professionals from the Los Angeles Chargers organization. The event took place at The…
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Local Girl Scout Tackles Rugby Development After Olympic Success
The Olympic Games have sparked a surge of interest in women’s rugby, and Michaela Aston, a dedicated Alhambra Girl Scout, is capitalizing on this momentum. Michaela launched a Girl Scout…
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Real Estate Disclosures and “Caveat Emptor”
Not long ago the Latin term “caveat emptor” or “buyer beware” was the rule of practice that real estate buyers faced. Issues relating to the condition of the property, hazardous…
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Emmaus Lutheran School Launches New Student Band Program
Exciting things are happening at Emmaus Lutheran School and Preschool, where a brand-new band program is hitting all the right notes this year! Over 20 enthusiastic students have picked up…
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Taxpayers Advocate
The Taxpayer Advocate Service is an independent organization within the IRS. Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) protects taxpayers’ rights by striving to ensure that all taxpayers are treated fairly and know and understand…
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How is Car Insurance Calculated?
How do car insurance companies determine rates? Car insurance rates are generally determined by assessing the amount of risk being insured by the policy. Risk is calculated by using the probability of a particular…
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The SGV Sound Studio Where Careers Are Made
A lot of young people grow up in Alhambra and then move away, but a few of us end up moving back to our hometown. One of these is Rick…
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Local Sports News from AUSD High Schools
Former AUSD Athletes Many former athletes from the three AUSD High Schools are continuing their athletic careers at local junior colleges. Alhambra’s Josh Soto and Oscar Andablo are playing football…
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Make This Holiday Season Water-Wise with SGVMWD Rebates
As the holiday season approaches, it’s a great time to not only enjoy festive celebrations but also to think about ways to make your home more water-efficient. The San Gabriel…
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Alhambra Firefighters Protect Us and California
The summer of 2024 was a particularly bad season for forest fires in California. Tens of thousands of acres burned and millions of dollars of property damage was inflicted. It…
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Cal State LA Hosts Voter Fest 2024 to Engage Young Voters
Cal State LA’s Voter Fest 2024 is an exciting community event designed to engage young voters and historically underserved communities. Centered on the theme, “The Art of Civic Engagement,” the…
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Senator María Elena Durazo Shares Key Initiatives for Alhambra
Yesterday, California State Senator María Elena Durazo, who represents Alhambra as part of SD 26, spoke to community members about her work in the State Senate at the Alhambra Chamber’s…
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Granada Park Playground Closed for Renovations
Starting Monday, October 7, sections of Granada Park at 2000 W Hellman Ave will be closed for renovations to the playground. According to the City of Alhambra, the playground and…
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Chamber View: Hope To See You Around Alhambra!
By Maria Gao, Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President As the brand new board chair of the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce, I now have been given the honor of taking up…
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Celebrating Alhambra’s Culinary Charm
By Mayor Sasha Renée Pérez Hello fellow Alhambrans and friends, As your Mayor, there are countless reasons I’m proud to represent our vibrant city. But today, I want to shine…
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Tax Tips: Energy Credits
By Michael Aston, E.A.Alhambra Tax Center Energy Credits Homeowners who make improvements like replacing old doors and windows, installing solar panels, or upgrading a hot water heater may qualify for home…
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What You’re Missing About Their Kitchens and Careers: Five Restaurant Owners Share Their Passion
Aloha Food FactoryCassandra and Aaron Liu Q: What’s the story behind your restaurant opening?We got into the restaurant business because my fiance, Aaron, has a passion for home cooking and…
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Alhambra: You Deserve A Break Today
By Gary Frueholz, Engel & Voelkers Real Estate “You deserve a break today” is one of the most successful and profitable slogans in the history of advertising. The catchphrase captured…
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World of Music Invites Students to Enjoy Learning and Performing
Opening its doors in August, World of Music pays homage to Pedrini Music, a beloved music school in Alhambra that founder Ernesto Molina frequented in his youth. Today, the new…
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Happy Retirement, Rev. J. Craig Statton!
After 12 years of devoted service at Atherton, Rev. J. Craig Statton will retire as Chief Executive Officer on September 30, 2024. Atherton, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that…
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Soroptimsts Install 2024-2025 Board Of Officers
New President, Julie Carlson, receives Certificate of Congressional Recognition from U.S. Congresswoman Judy Chu (D-28). On June 19, 2024, Soroptimists of Alhambra, San Gabriel, San Marino conducted their 2024-2025 Board…
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Alhambra Farmers Market Celebrates 40 Years
By Nancy Liu, Editor Watermelons, bok choy, orchids, honey. These are just a few of the fresh farm goods you can find at the Alhambra Farmers Market on 2nd St…
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Alhambra High School Alum Keeps on Making Good
By Glenn Barnett In the May issue of Around Alhambra, mention was made of actor Ke Huy Quan as a ‘Distinguished Alumnae’ of Alhambra High School for winning an Academy…
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Boost Water Efficiency and Save with Free Smart Irrigation Retrofits This Fall
By Mark Paulson, President, Board of Directors and Steve Placido, Vice President, Board of Directors; San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District As the hot weather sticks around this summer, water…
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Alhambra Historical Society to Present “Swinging for the Fences — Alhambra’s Baseball Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner” on Sept 26
Join Alhambra Historical Society at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 26, 2024, as they present their fall program “Swinging for the Fences — Alhambra’s Baseball Hall of Famer Ralph Kiner.”…
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11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival is Coming to Downtown Alhambra
Get ready, Alhambra! The Downtown Alhambra Business Association and the City of Alhambra are excited to present the 11th Annual Alhambra Pumpkin Run & Halloween Festival on Sunday, October 27,…