Things to do in the San Gabriel Valley and Whittier, Oct. 14-21.
Pumpkin Fest: Pumpkin Fest at Cal Poly Pomona returns for its 18th year with hayrides, a petting zoo, a giant corn maze, a new Moo Moo Cow Train, a children’s garden and, of course, the perfect pumpkin patch. Fall into all the fun from 3-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays or 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Also, the “Brave the Night Maze,” Fridays-Saturdays through Oct. 31 (separate ticket price). Tickets only sold online (bit.ly/3axNfY4). AGRIscapes Outreach Center, 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona. 909-869-6722. Email: pumpkinfestival@cpp.edu. https://www.cpp.edu/~pumpkinfestival/
Arts at Pasadena Senior Center: A virtual painting session, 10 a.m. Oct. 14, via Zoom. Grab paper, colored pencils or watercolors and follow step-by-step instructions from Megan Warren. Free. Register in advance here: bit.ly/3ozv5NX. Also, “Music on the Patio” with Pam Kay and the Tap Chicks, 2 p.m. Oct. 14, on the patio behind the center, 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena. Register in advance here: bit.ly/2X8TnmI (walk-ins may be available). For more information, call 626-795-4331. www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org
Fall fun at Kidspace Museum: Halloween at the museum includes pumpkin decorating, story time and an up-close look at spiders plus a chance to walk along the Halloween parade “catwalk,” Oct. 14-17; 19-22; 24, and 26-31 (timed admission required; bit.ly/3mJOFoh). Current special exhibit is “Mighty Build” where children can create geometric towers, cardboard critters and explore a cardboard arroyo, featuring a cardboard flying machine created by artist Wayne White. Timed tickets purchased in advance are required. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday (subject to change). Admission $14.95 for ages one and older; $12.95 ages 62 and older; free for infants under one year old. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-9144. www.kidspacemuseum.org
Carved – Descanso Gardens: Tickets are on sale for the walk-through display of hundreds of carved pumpkins that line a one-mile walk through the Camellia Forest and the Oak Grove plus a hay maze and a pumpkin house, through Oct. 31. Tickets are by timed entry, 6:30-10 p.m.; $32-$35. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. 818-949-4200. www.descansogardens.org/programs-events/carved/
Cancer support: Heather Gross, certified yoga instructor, leads a guided meditation on mindfulness for cancer patients, 5:30-6:40 p.m. Oct. 15. Free. Register on the website. Cancer Support Community-Pasadena, 75 E. Del Mar Blvd., Suite 215, Pasadena. 626-796-1083. cscpasadena.org
Family Friday Movie Night: Rain prompted the rescheduling of “Family Friday Movie Night” at the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens. Disney’s “Coco” (2017) will screen following pre-show activities, 6:15 p.m. Oct. 15. Doña Ofelia Esparza, a sixth-generation altar-maker, artist and educator, will lead in the making of an ofrenda. Doors open, 6 p.m. Admission for ages 12 and older is $10; $8 for ages 4-11; free ages 3 and younger (no tickets are sold at the door; purchase tickets here: bit.ly/2YHgSn4). Lawn of the library at the Huntington Library, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. For more information, 626-405-2100. huntington.org
Azusa Drive-In Halloween movies: “Poltergeist” (1982), sunset Oct. 15. Upcoming: “The Bride of Frankenstein” (1935), sunset Oct. 22; “Hocus Pocus” (1993), sunset Oct. 29. Registration in advance is required. Admission $10 per car. Northside Park, 601 W. 11th St., Azusa. For more information, 626-812-5280. azusaca.gov; secure.rec1.com/CA/azusa-ca/catalog
It’s Alive!: Fancy a little grave-digging? Downtown Repertory Theater presents “It’s Alive!” a Frankenstein-theme immersive experience inspired by the writings of Mary Shelley. Multi-date and timed event begins Oct. 15. Tickets $55 and up (purchase tickets here: bit.ly/2YKSfGw). Proof of vaccination will be required. Each show is limited to 30 participants. Mountain View Mausoleum, 2300 N. Marengo Ave., Altadena. downtownrep.com
Get booked: The Friends of the Pasadena Public Library invite everyone to a book sale, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 16. Bring a paper grocery bag and fill it for $5. Parking lot of Central Library, 285 E. Walnut St., Pasadena. 626-744-4680. friendsppl.org; www.pasadenanow.com/pasadenaevents/1632687076-2/
Vegan Oktoberfest: Event includes craft beers, vegan food vendors, live entertainment, Oktoberfest dress contest and a stein-holding contest, 1-5 p.m. Oct. 16. Food vendors will serve at least one German/European menu item. Minimum age: 21 and older only. Tickets not sold at the door. Tickets $50; $20 for non-drinker. LA Center Studios, 450 S. Bixel St., Los Angeles. veganoktoberfest.com
Craftoberfest: Get a taste of the world’s largest beer festival when it takes over the Greens at Rose Bowl Stadium, 1:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 16 (VIP admission entry is at 12:30 p.m.). Raise a glass to all things beer, with a heavy dose of Bavarian spirit, and check out pours from more than 20 Southern California breweries, giant pretzels, Bratwurst and live music. Tickets start at $45, with ages 11 and younger admitted free. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena. For more information, https://craftoberfestlosangeles.com
Summer Music Series finale: Singer Andrew Cole performs, 4-7 p.m. Oct. 16. The Promenade at Westfield Santa Anita, 400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. westfield.com/santaanita; bit.ly/3z36tyI; www.facebook.com/andrewcolemusic
Book conversation: Congressman Adam Schiff, in conversation with Jason Alexander, discusses “Midnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy and Still Could,” at 4 p.m. Oct. 16. General admission $42.77, includes a copy of the book. Masks will be required as well as proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Pasadena Presbyterian Church, 585 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. For more information, 626-449-5320. Email: email@vromansbookstore.com. vromansbookstore.com
Two discussions presented by Cancer Support Community – Pasadena: Dr. Katherine Schulz-Costello, breast cancer surgeon at City of Hope, discusses breast cancer prevention and lifestyle changes during an online talk, 6 p.m. Oct. 18 (register in advance here: bit.ly/3qq3BZZ). Jan-Kees Van Der Gaag, a clinical social work supervisor and a former professional opera singer, gives an in-person talk about the use of operatic music in coping with a cancer diagnosis, survivorship and grief, from noon-1 p.m. Oct. 21. Both talks are free. 76 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena. For more information, 626-796-1083. cscpasadena.org
Fundraiser to support Alzheimer’s Disease research: Merrill Gardens West Covina and Regency Grand of West Covina plan to “Strike Out Alzheimer’s” with a fundraising event at noon Oct. 20. Bowlero, 675 S. Glendora Ave., West Covina. For more information, Sherry Fischer, from Merrill Gardens, 626-587-4318 or email: sherryf@merrillgardens.com. Or, Nichole Greene, from Regency Grand, 626-332-3344 or email: nicholeg@cascadeliving.com. www.facebook.com/regencygrandwestcovina
Carousel of Trees, Trinkets and Treasures: The Assistance League of Whittier presents a boutique, fashion show and luncheon, 10 a.m. Oct. 27. The boutique includes the league kitchen’s famous gingerbread items, biscotti and breads. Tickets $75. For more information, 562-693-6533 or email alwhittier@verizon.net. Friendly Hills Country Club, 8500 Villaverde Drive, Whittier. Updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ALWhittier. Details here: bit.ly/3DcqPrD
Realm of the Supernatural: The Haunted Rose and the Whittier Museum present a walk-through Gothic-setting haunted house experience, 6-11 p.m. Oct. 29-31. Admission $5. Whittier Museum, 6755 Newlin Ave., Whittier. www.facebook.com/hauntedrosehaunt
Hearse Show at Whittier Museum: The museum and the Haunted Rose hold the event, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 30. Event takes place in the museum’s parking lot, 6755 Newlin Ave., Whittier. 562-945-3871. http://thehauntedrosehaunt.weebly.com; bit.ly/3ydEkV4
Strange Science – Into the Shadows – at the Huntington Library, Art Museum and Botanical Gardens: Waltz into the shadows at a grown-up Halloween event, 6-9:30 p.m. Oct. 30. “Strange Science” features live performances from L.A. Opera and the Guild of St. George, lighting machines and special displays of rarely seen objects from the Huntington vaults. Minimum age: 21. Advance tickets are proof of vaccination required. Tickets are $35 (more details and to purchase tickets here: bit.ly/3lG8IEV). 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. For more information, 626-405-2100. huntington.org
Political Memorabilia Show and Sale: Find vintage items for sale and view historic political memorabilia exhibit, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 6. Free appraisals of political items. Admission $3; free for children and students with ID. San Marino Masonic Center, 3130 Huntington Drive, San Marino. Thomas, 818-644-9231. www.apic.us
Lightscape – Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden: Tickets are on sale now for the spectacular light display that takes visitors through a “Winter Cathedral” and a “Fire Garden,” Nov. 12 to Jan. 16. Admission is $30 to $32 for adults, $18-$20 for ages 3-12. Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia. 626-821-3222. arboretum.org/lightscape
Ongoing events
Haunted Mini Golf at SpeedZone LA: Family fun on Friday-Saturday through Oct. 30, and also on Oct. 31. Check-in starts at 6 p.m. and the “Haunted Mini Golf” event begins at 7 p.m. Tickets $18.99 and up and include one round of golf on a haunted course and VIP racing. Tickets must be reserved in advance. 17871 Castleton St., City of Industry. For more information, 626-913-9663. speedzone.com
Norton Simon Museum: Current special exhibits: Paul Gauguin’s 1888 painting “The Swineherd,” on loan from Los Angeles County Museum of Art, through Nov. 13. “Unseen Picasso,” a small exhibition featuring 16 rare or unique prints by Pablo Picasso, through Jan. 10. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for ages 62 and older; free for children 18 and younger and students with valid ID. Norton Simon Museum, 411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. 626-449-6840. nortonsimon.org
Homestead Museum: The Homestead Museum, with its landmark homes, cemetery, and gardens, is open for outdoor, self-guided tours from noon to 4 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Admission is free and masks are required for visitors 2 and older. Indoor tours of historic homes are available. Tour capacity will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Workman House tours will be offered at noon and 2 p.m. and tours of La Casa Nueva are set at 1 and 3 p.m. For more information, 626-968-8492. homesteadmuseum.org
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