Congresswoman Chu + Pasadena Unemployment + Van Halen Memorial

Happy Monday, people of Pasadena! We're gradually starting a new daily newsletter of what's happening in and around the city. Read on to find out what's been going on around Pasadena.

---

Are you a local business owner or marketer in Pasadena? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown.

---

First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 88 Low: 65.

---

Here are the top stories in Pasadena today:

1. Pacific Oaks College Selected to Take Part in National Diversity Cohort (Pasadena Now)
2. Pasadena Unified Warns Students Against Viral TikTok Challenge (Pasadena Patch)
3. Congressmember Chu Announces New Federal Protections for Workers Against Heat Stress (Pasadena Now)
4. First seen on Insta: Flintridge Sacred Heart alumni help academy reckon with intolerance (The San Gabriel Valley Tribune)
5. Pasadena's Unemployment Rate Above National Average, But Lower Than County's (Pasadena Now)
6. Van Halen Memorial Could Be Up Before End of the Year (Pasadena Now)

---

Today in Pasadena:

• Hearing Screening (Events) - Carver Elementary (8:30 AM)
• COVID 19 Vaccine Clinic - Pasadena Church (3:30 PM)

---

Pasadena Patch Notebook

• Visit Pasadena: "We love a good #sundaysunset. Thanks @tyrantlizardking for this photo of the sun setting over our beautiful city. #visitpasadena #pasadenaca #sunset #sunsetphotography #skylinephotography #cityscape #skyline #cityspacephotography #visitc..." (Instagram)
• Pasadena City College: "Fall University Day is coming up this week! Join the Pasadena City College Transfer Center in-person or virtually to learn more about transferring to CSUs, UCs, private universities, and out-of-state schools: https://pasadena.edu/academi..." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Education Network (PEN): "Lots of important information in Dr. McDonald's update that was emailed to PUSD families tonight. Including, PUSD will be developing its plan for a new round of pandemic related Federal funding called ESSER III, of which $39.5 million is..." (Facebook)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "Today Mayor Victor Gordo announced the launch of the Stay Safe Pledge Program and presented its first certificate to restauranteur Gale Kohl, owner of Gale's Italian Restaurant! Although the State of California has lifted restrictions ac..." (Facebook)
• Pasadena Public Library: "Flights of Fantasy Story Theatre puts a fresh spin on folktales, fables, and rhymes from around the world. Sure to captivate any audience from kindergarten to grandparents! Watch this weeks episode, It's All How You Look At It, here:" (Facebook)
• City of Pasadena - Public Agency: "Join the City of Pasadena's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department for a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 at Jackie Robinson Community Center! Community Services team members are here to support your well-being. Come learn..." (Facebook)

---

From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Add your business here

Events:

• Divorce and the Home – Pasadena, CA Hub ~ No-Cost Webinar (September 24)
• Add your event

---

That's it for today! I'll see you soon. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Andy Nguyen

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Pasadena Daily? Have a picture of Pasadena that you're just dying to share? You can contact me at andy.nguyen@patch.com.