This utility box pays homage to South Pasadena’s designation as a Tree City USA community. Sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, the community must achieve four core standards of sound urban forestry management: maintaining a tree board or department, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry and celebrating…
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Micro Library #15
The newest addition to the micro library network in South Pasadena. My husband and mother alerted me to this one. On an idyllic, treelined street set amongst mature landscaping, this micro library is a winner in the curb appeal department. Time to check out some books! *Tina
Utility Box Art #4
One of the simplest in design, but interesting nonetheless. A beautiful bonsai tree placed against a repeating geometric pattern. The process of raising bonsai requires controlling the kind of shape the trees take and allowing it to achieve its most beautiful, balanced form. In essence, both of these mediums are controlled. One is achieved naturally and…
Utility Box Art #3
This box is next to a gas station and it is a welcome sight. It reminds of a doodle on a massive scale. Upon closer inspection, you can see birds, plants and roses. With South Pasadena being a neighbor to Pasadena, home of the Rose Parade, the roses are definitely appropriate. Not knowing the artist’s…
Utility Box Art #2
The art on this utility box pays homage to America’s first ostrich farm. The Cawston Ostrich Farm was started in 1886 when Edward Cawston brought ostriches to California to cash in on the popularity of ostrich feathers as fashion by cutting out the middlemen and raising his own birds. Most of the birds he imported…
Photography Monday: Micro Library #7
Back in South Pasadena, this micro library is located half a block from my home. Isn’t it adorable? And, it is a charming addition to their newly renovated landscape. It has been open for less than a week. I am thrilled that more micro libraries are opening in my community and I hope the trend…
Photography Monday: Cruz’n for Roses Part II
Because of my father and my husband, I have a passion for cars especially classic cars. It all started with my father taking me to races at Ontario Motor Speedway, Laguna Seca and the Long Beach Grand Prix. My father has restored classic cars and my husband is a huge fan with dreams of restoring…
Photography Monday: Cruz’n for Roses
Yesterday, my husband and I went out to support the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses Committee by touring the Cruz’n for Roses Hot Rod and Classic Car Show. A huge fundraiser for the oldest self-built float in the Tournament of Roses Parade. Over 400 classic cars, hot rods and vintage trailers were on display. All ages…