- Going through the free papers I: LA Weekly's "LA Comment" section (which basically tells print-only readers what's been happening in the online version) has a section called "Patching into Altadena" that might be worth your time. It's helping OUR self-esteem. Also, transparently: the "intrepid Laura Monteros" cited in the article does write for us occasionally!
- Going through the free papers II: Pasadena Weekly's "Best of Pasadena" issue came out this week, and Altadena is well-represented. "Best Interior Design" and "Best Home Remodeling" went to Navarro Construction (Robyn Navarro, also named "Best Interior Designer," lives here). "Best Auto Repair" is Mike Gibson Auto Service Center (the Gibsons are an old Altadena family). Best Summer Camp is Tom Sawyer Camps (yay, Horner family!) Reader recommendation for best veterinarian is Vanderhoof Veterinary Hospital. Best Local Charity: Five Acres.