The weekend is approaching fast, so now is the time to check out some of the great things happening in the area. Here's our top five; see what sparks your interest!
1.
Where/When: The Coffee Gallery Backstage, Thursday, 8 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy an evening of music with this popular group.
Pricing: $15.
2.
Where/When: Various locations in South Pasadena, Saturday, 5:30 and 7 p.m.
Why Go: Enjoy this progressive meal with each course set in a different historic house in South Pasadena.
Pricing: $95 per person; includes readmission to tour on Sunday.
3.
Where/When: Various locations in South Pasadena, Sunday, 11-3 p.m.
Why Go: Visit a number of historic homes in the Buena Vista estates area of South Pasadena, including the Torrance-Childs house, the David M. Raab Family Homestead and Garfield House.
Pricing: $15 per person.
4.
Where/When: 4800 Oak Grove Dr., Pasadena, Saturday and Sunday, 9 am. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: See inside the workings of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, including exhibits and demonstrations.
Pricing: Free.
5.
Where/When: LA County Arboretum, Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: The Epiphyllum Society of America (ESA) hosts this annual sale of these beautiful, unusual plants.
Pricing: Free with admission.