Celebrate Independence Day at San Gabriel with a parade, 9 a.m. July 4, and followed by a free Kids’ Day event, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., at Smith Park. Kids’ Day includes games, community booths, live entertainment, a free swim session and food trucks. Free admission to Kids’ Day. Also at Kids’ Day, an “Honor Wall’ will also honor members of the Armed Forces and showcase current and past troops who are residents of San Gabriel. Parade route: Plaza Park (428 S. Mission Drive), north on Mission to Broadway, east on Broadway and ending at Smith Park (232 W. Broadway). For more information, bit.ly/3OMzwPd
In Monrovia, the nation’s birthday will be celebrated with a concert featuring Cold Duck, dancing and a fireworks show at 7 p.m. July 4. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Library Park, 321 S. Myrtle Ave. 626-256-8246. Details: bit.ly/3OvImkS
City of San Gabriel’s Summer Concerts and Movies: Free concerts and outdoor movies in June and July. The Drive Band performs a Latin concert, 7 p.m. June 30 (Vincent Lugo Park. 300 W. Wells St.), and a screening of “Encanto” (2021) follows at 8:30 p.m. See the schedule here: SanGabrielCity.com/Summer
City of South El Monte 4th of July Celebration: Event includes park activities and food, 2-9 p.m. July 2 (see the flyer for a variety of activities including swimming times). Entertainment: Pulp Vixen, 3-5 p.m., and the Funk Y Hippeez, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Fireworks, 9 p.m. (launched from South El Monte High School on Durfee Avenue, but watch from the park). New Temple Park, 1450 Lidcombe Ave. Flyer: bit.ly/3HHGT8v
Patriotic Festival and Fireworks: 5-9:30 p.m.July 2. Festival is at First Avenue and Huntington Drive. Fireworks show, 9 p.m. at First Avenue Middle School, 301 S. First St., Arcadia. Updates on Facebook: bit.ly/3zQ3RII. Details on the festival: lp.constantcontactpages.com/cu/DcWMNxw/PatrioticFest2022
City of Monterey Park Independence Day Fireworks Show: Live entertainment, 6-9 p.m. July 2. Fireworks, 9 p.m. Barnes Park, 350 S. McPherrin Ave. 626-307-1388. www.montereypark.ca.gov/687/Independence-Day-Celebration
Live at the Arboretum: Sara Evans performs her country hits, 7:30 p.m. July 2. Gates open, 5:30 p.m. for picnicking. Tickets $15 and up (purchase here: sforce.co/3HXfNKH). Upcoming: Michael Feinstein sings Gershwin, 7:30 p.m. July 9 ($25 and up; purchase here: sforce.co/3ysOBQX). Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. pasadenasymphony-pops.org
One Colorado’s Concert Series: DJ Sophenom, 6-10 p.m. July 2. Upcoming: Juicypear, with KCRW DJ Travis Holcombe, 8 p.m. July 23; the band De Lux, 8 p.m. Aug. 6; and Sofía Valdés, with KCRW DJ Jeremy Sole, 8 p.m. Aug. 13. Free admission. Reservations on the website. All ages, with parental discretion. One Colorado Courtyard, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena. onecolorado.com
City of Duarte Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks: Live music by Chico the band, family play area, food trucks and vendor booths, 6 p.m. July 3. Fireworks, 9 p.m. Duarte Sports Park, 1401 Central Ave. 626-357-7931. Details: bit.ly/3y5D7lS
Concerts in the park: The Los Angeles Sheriffs Concert Band, 6-8 p.m. July 3. Upcoming: Night Owl, July 10; Doo Wah Riders, July 17; City Beat and the Main Street Horns, July 24; Taylor Made Tapestry, July 31; and U2 Experience, Aug. 7 Free admission. Larry R. Glenn Bandshell in the West Oak Grove area of Finkbiner Park, 160 N. Wabash Ave., Glendora. 626-914-8228. Details: bit.ly/3m07fs7
Follow a New Thought: Center for Awakening Consciousness at the Church of Truth presents a talk by the Rev. Suzanne Commons speaking about freedom at the next speaker’s program, July 3. The center is a metaphysical, spiritual congregation that follows New Thought teachings.The Church of Truth, 690 E. Orange Grove Ave., Pasadena. For more information, 626-795-6905. www.facebook.com/ChurchOfTruthPasadena/
Kaboom! Fireworks Spectacular and Unity Day LA: Comedians Tommy Davidson and Paul Rodriguez host the July 4 event that includes amateur boxing events and fun family zone (2:30-4:30 p.m.); live entertainment and celebrity and professional boxing (4:30-9 p.m.); Unity speech, 9-9:15 p.m.; fireworks, 9:15 p.m. See the website for information on the Unity Walk, 10-11 a.m. July 4 at Lincoln Park in Pomona (www.unitydayla.com). Tickets $39.99, $79.99 (includes referred parking); $150 VIP seating, parking and meet-and-greet); free for ages 5 and younger. Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Drive. Tickets: bit.ly/3xH1a9o. www.fairplex.com/events/kaboom
City of Whittier 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular: Listen to music by Legacy plus family activities and food trucks. Watch the fireworks display from surrounding areas, 9 p.m. Gates open, 5 p.m. Admission wristband $5; free for ages 17 and younger (purchase admission in advance at Parnell Park, 15390 Lambert Road (at Scott Avenue). York Field, 9110 Santa Fe Springs Road. Whittier Parks, Recreation and Community Services, 562-567-9400. www.whittierprcs.org/home-communityservices. Details from the flyer, posted on June 16: www.facebook.com/WhittierPRCS
AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl: This year’s event includes TNT Freestyle Motocross and a concert by Drake Milligan, 7 p.m. July 4. Fireworks, 9 p.m. Parking opens, 1 p.m., and doors open, 5:30 p.m. Tickets $20 and up. For VIP field seating, 626-585-6800. Parking $45; preferred $60. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive. 626-577-3100. www.rosebowlstadium.com; rosebowlstadium.com/events/details/204/the-96th-annual-americafest
Pasadena Senior Center’s Class Tasting: The center presents two days for nonmember seniors to find out about the center’s classes, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. July 5, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. July 6. Some presentations will be onsite at the Pasadena Senior Center and others will be online on Zoom. Everyone who registers for sample classes via Zoom will receive an email link to the Class Tasting. Classes offered include strength training, tap dance, music for wellness, BollyX, yoga, Zumba qigong, tai chi and improv. The center is located at 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena. 626-795-4332. Register at www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org/lectures-classes/classes/class-tasting. www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org
USC Pacific Asia Museum: New: “The Lanterns: Photographs by Elizabeth Gil Lui,” through Oct. 23. Also, explore the Sunkal Ceramics Gallery and the specific galleries for art of South and Southeast Asia, China, Himalaya, Pacific Island, Japan, Korea and Silk Road. Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Admission is by advance timed purchase, $10; $7 ages 65 and older and students with valid ID; free for ages 17 and under. Also, free admission from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursdays and on the second Sunday of the month. 46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena. 626-787-2680. pacificasiamuseum.usc.edu/
Concert at Temple City Park: The Funky Hippeez bring ’70s disco and funk, 7 p.m. July 6. The Park is located at 9701 Las Tunas Drive. 626-285-2171, Ext. 4510. Details and schedule of concerts through Aug. 17: bit.ly/3yqcTL5
Summer concerts in San Dimas: The Ravelers, 7-9 p.m. July 6. Upcoming: the Silverados perform country hits, July 13; the Hodads, a Beach Boys tribute band, July 20; and Suave the Band with R&B, Latin and jazz, July 27. Civic Center Park, 245 E. Bonita Ave., San Dimas. 909-394-5230. Details: bit.ly/3GFXF7h
City of Arcadia Concerts and Movies: Arcadia welcomes a military band to play a special concert at 6:30 p.m. July 7. Stay for a screening of “Mulan” (2020) follows the concert. See the link for parking ideas. The event is on the west lawn of City Hall, 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. 626-574-5113. Details and schedule through Aug. 4: bit.ly/3natJY9
Vroman’s Bookstore events: Veteran news reporter Dave Lopez talks about his memoir “It’s A Great Life If You Don’t Weaken: Family, Faith and 48 Years on Television, 7 p.m. July 8. Michael Bourne discusses “Blithedale Canyon,” 7 p.m. July 14. Malcolm Nance discusses “They Want to Kill Americans – The Militias, Terrorists and Deranged Ideology of the Trump Insurgency,” 7 p.m. July 21 (ticketed event; $10 for admission-only; $33 for admission and book; both have fees). 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-4495320. vromansbookstore.com. Details: bit.ly/3QXR2lq
Freestyle Love Supreme: Pasadena Playhouse presents the 2020 special Tony Award play conceived by Anthony Veneziale and created by Thomas Kail, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Veneziale, opening, 8 p.m. July 12. Show runs 8 p.m. July 13 and 15; 2 and 8 p.m. July 16; 2 and 7 p.m. July 17; dates through Aug. 7. Tickets $34 and up. 39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena. 626-356-7529. pasadenaplayhouse.org
Volunteer reading tutors needed: The Whittier Area Literacy Council invites community members to volunteer to tutor children who are behind in reading skills. Tutors are also needed for adult readers. Summer training sessions begin in late July at the council offices in Whittier. No prior teaching experience is needed and all materials are provided. Tutors must be at least 18 years old and able to commit two hours a week for a year. For more information, call Francine, 562-698-6598. walcread.org
The Pirates of Penzance: Citrus Summer Conservatory presents the musical by Gilbert and Sullivan, 7 p.m. July 29 and 2 p.m. July 30. Gary Krinke directs, with Renee Liskey serving as choreographer and Doug Austin as musical director. Tickets $25; $20 ages 60 and older; $15 students. Haugh Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Foothill Blvd., Glendora. 626-963-9411. haughpac.com
Pasadena Tournament of Roses Golf Classic: The inaugural tournament, 7 a.m. Sept. 12 (registration check-in and breakfast, followed by shotgun start, 8 a.m.). The event concludes inside the Rose Bowl Stadium with a chance to drive your final shot onto the turf where the Rose Bowl has been played for more than 100 years. Plan ahead and save the date; online registration open until Sept. 9. Brookside Golf Course, 1133 Rosemont Ave., Pasadena. For more information, 626-449-4100. tournamentofroses.com/golfclassic
Ongoing events
Klimt – The Immersive Experience: View floor-to-ceiling, 360 degree digital projection of art by Gustav Klimt. Dates: July 3, 9-10, 16-17, 21-22 and 28-29. Hours vary. Admission $36 and up; $19.90 and up for ages 4-12; also, a VIP admission available. 1345 N. Montebello Blvd., Montebello. klimtexpo.com/los-angeles/
Dinos Alive Exhibit – An Immersive Experience: For all ages who love finding out about dinosaurs. The experience runs various times: June 30; July 1-4, 6-10, 13-17, 20-24 and 27-31. Timed tickets are required. Admission $20 and up. 1345 N. Montebello Blvd., Montebello. dinosalivelosangeles.com
Music in the Garden of Flowing Fragrance: Enjoy a solo musician’s performance, 1-3 p.m. on Wednesdays in the Chinese Garden at the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Musicians may be performing on a dizi, erhu or a pipa. Concerts are free with admission (weekday admission: $25; $21 ages 65 and older and students; $13 ages 4-11). 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. 626-405-2100. huntington.org
Tournament House tours: Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association opens its doors to the public for one-hour guided tours, 2 and 3 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 4. Learn the history of the house, formerly owned by William Wrigley Jr and wife Ada Wrigley, and discover interesting facts about the house and rose garden, the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl. Admission is free. Masks are required regardless of vaccination status. Reservations are not required. Location, 391 S. Orange Grove Ave., Pasadena. 626-449-4100. Email: membership@tournamentofroses.com. Details: bit.ly/3vEI2ZT
American Museum of Ceramic Art: Ongoing exhibits: “The Artists of Mettlach,” through July. “Peter Callas: An Enduring Legacy” and “50 Bowls, 50 States, 50 Woodfires,” both through July 24. Admission is by (suggested) timed reservations, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Admission $14; $9 ages 62 and older; $7 students with ID; free for ages 11 and younger. 399 N. Garey Ave., Pomona. 909-865-3146. Email: info@amoca.org. www.amoca.org
Your (Un)Natural Garden at Descanso Gardens: See art installations by Adam Schwerner at the Sturt Haaga Gallery and the Boddy House and on the grounds of the gardens, through Jan. 8. Hours for the installations: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free with Descanso Gardens admission, $15; $11 ages 65 and older and students with ID; $5 ages 5-12. Gardens hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. 818-949-4200. www.descansogardens.org; www.descansogardens.org/unnaturalgarden
Duarte Historical Museum: Hours: 1-3 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of the month, and 1-4 p.m. Saturdays. Admission is free/donation. Encanto Park, 777 Encanto Parkway. 626-357-9419. www.ranchodeduarte.org
Monrovia Historical Museum: Explore the museum, 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Sunday. Docent-led tours are available. Free admission/donation. The museum is at 742 E. Lemon Ave., Monrovia. 626-357-9537. monroviahistoricalmuseum.org
Norton Simon Museum: Ongoing special exhibits: “Richard Hunt: Details,” lithographs created by the sculptor during his residency in 1965 at the Tamarind Lithography Workshop in Los Angeles, through July 4. “Alternate Realities: Altoon, Diebenkorn, Lobdell, Woelffer,” paintings created during the 1950s-1960s by the artists, through Aug. 22 (details: bit.ly/3ygSbxT). “Paul Gauguin’s ‘The Swineherd,’” 1888, on loan from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, through Nov. 14. Hours: noon-5 p.m. Monday and Thursday-Sunday. Admission $15; $12 ages 62 and older; free for ages 18 and younger and students with a valid ID. 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626 449-6840. nortonsimon.org
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