Weekendin'

An abundance of riches this weekend:

Sat., May 1

• Zane Grey Play Reading: Friends of the Altadena Library and The Moveable Theatre Company announce the world premiere staged reading of "Surprise Valley" by Mary Casey, the winning entry from the Zane Grey Playwriting Contest. The reading will take place, naturally, at the Zane Grey Estate, starting at 4 PM.
  
  Tickets are $75 and include a catered reception, performance and a question & answer session immediately following with the author, cast and director.  All proceeds will benefit the expansion of the Altadena Library.
  
  If you have questions about this event or would like to purchase tickets, please call 626-798-0833 ext. 105.  For more information about the Moveable Theatre Company and the Zane Grey Contest, please visit their website at http://moveabletheatrecompany.org, for more information about the Friends of the Altadena library visit http://www.altadenalibrary.org/friends
• Abstract Altadena May Day Celebration: Join the Altadena Arts Coalition and the merchants of North Lake Ave. from 5-10 PM for another celebration of our creative community and the showing of Abstract: Altadena: local photographers abstract views of our town, on display at Galloway Alley.  Many businesses will be open that evening, and there will be food and drink available, as well as entertainment in the alley ("Those Manning Boys" are set to perform).  Photography by Walt will host a student photographer's show, and will have a grand opening of their new location, as well as a grand opening for Kat Scrap Studio next door.
• Arroyos & Foothills Garden Party: Pasadena mayor Bill and Claire Bogaard will host a fundraiser for the Arroyo & Foothills Conservancy at their home, starting at 6 PM. The garden party is an opportunity to rub elbows with environmental leaders and show your support for preserving favorite hiking and riding trails, scenic views, and much of what makes our local area unique.

   

  This event kicks off AFC’s 2010 fundraising drive to help identify, purchase and protect natural open space that might otherwise be developed, in nearby canyons and foothills, such as the 20 acres of Rubio Canyon that were permanently protected by AFC recently.  AFC has expanded its mission to include Pasadena, La Canada, La Crescenta, Glendale, Altadena and neighboring areas.  With this expansion, the all-volunteer board of directors has increased to 9 members, enabling more land preservation projects to be started.  Tickets are available at www.afc10th.myevent.

Sun., May 2

• St. Vincent De Paul Bundle Sunday: St. Elizabeth's Church is sponsoring a "bundle Sunday" which is a great opportunity for church members and the community to clean out those closets and donate usable items to the Saint Vincent dePaul thrift stores in downtown LA and Long Beach.   All one has to do is drive through the parking lot of St. Elizabeth's at 1879 N. Lake Ave. from 8:30 AM to 1 PM with their donations, drop them off, get a receipt for your tax records and enjoy a beautiful day.  Usable clothing, shoes, household items, linens, books, small appliances are most welcome.
• Altadena Guild: Boulder Rd. Rocks: The Altadena Guild of Huntington Memorial Hospital Research Institute (HMRI) will host the 59th Annual Home Tour featuring four majestic estates located on Boulder Rd. from 10 AM-4 PM. The walking tour will feature two English and two Spanish Revival homes all built in the 1920’s.  Musicians will perform throughout the day. Guild members will furnish spectacular flower arrangements to compliment the architecture and décor of each of the homes.   
  
  Complimentary dessert and beverages will be served in a lovely garden setting and a variety of vendors offering unique fine art, jewelry and pottery. Delicious homemade baked goods from Guild members will also be available for purchase.
  
  Cost of tickets for the Home Tour is $25 in advance, $30 the day of the tour and can be purchased at Huntington Hospital Gift shop, 100 West California Blvd., Pasadena or Webster’s Pharmacy, 2450 North Lake Avenue, Altadena. 
• Brush clearance at Chaney Trail: the Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help clear brush along Chaney Trail, starting at 8:30 AM.  Lunch will be provided.  Meet on Chaney Trail just above Nuccio's Nursery, near the intersection with Alzada Rd. Please wear sturdy shoes for work on the slope. Long pants, long sleeves, and garden gloves are highly recommended, and a hat if it is sunny. Bring your own tools if you can, but some will be provided.