If you've traveled from Pasadena to Downtown Los Angeles on the 110-Pasadena Freeway, you've probably seen a group of historic structures on the side of the freeway. All of those structures, which make up the collection at Heritage Square Museum, were mov...

"I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed my live." (Deuteronomy 30:19) She was bowed down; crying out to the Lord! "Save ...

Sometime in the future, when sports fans look back, they will realize that these are the "Good Old Days." Unbelievably, the Angels and the Dodgers both swept their opponents in the first round of the MLB Playoffs. Who would have thunk it? So, now the Ange...

Consejo Fronterizo de Arte y Cultura (COFAC)/Border Council of Arts and Culture (www.cofac101.org) based in Pasadena and Tijuana,* Mexico unveils the work of internationally acclaimed artists Debby and Larry Kline. Artists/Collaborators Debby and Larry...

The skin bleaching epidemic takes place predominantly in African-American and populations of color. I discovered this for the first time and the extremes people go through to achieve lighter colored skin, just a few weeks ago while watching the Tyra Show....

Of course President Obama deserves the Nobel Peace Prize! His accomplishments during his first nine months in office may not be as concrete as those of previous laureates but, by redirecting the United States away from the implacable, "my way or the highw...

Humble and excited could best describe the 25 honorees at the 10th Annual Women in Business luncheon held on October 10, 2009. Amidst the smiles, hugs and kisses, was a festive atmosphere. Each of the honorees where chosen because of their professional cr...

"Lifting All the Voices" The Pasadena Journal will highlight 20 legends, on the occasion of our 20th Anniversary on the 20th of November. The celebration will take place at The Pasadena Tournament of Roses House. The program will include awards, a concer...

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Congratulations class of 2010 for finally making it to your senior year of high school! The mixed feelings of stress, excitement and anticipation can be overwhelming on top of application deadlines, tests and homework etc. Often times, seniors who are no...

Black Barbies' Unfortunate Hair; Disney Princess Does It Right The new "So In Style (S.I.S.)" Barbie dolls have been praised for their authentic African-American facial features and their spectrum of skin complexions -- but what's up with that hair? Only...

Suppose your teenager came to you needing help answering homework questions on finance - would you be able to answer correctly or know where to find help? Consider questions like these: Which are the two most important factors when determining someone's ...

"Thank you for helping me with my estate plan. You have taken a load off my mind. I slept like a baby last night." This is an actual quote from a "thank you" card I received from one of my clients after we had completed his estate plan. These sentiments a...

Alkebu-lan Cultural Center will celebrate 20 years of service in the community on October 9, 2009 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Alkebu-lan Cultural Center located at 1435 N. Raymond Ave. Pasadena. Special guest host will b...

While the country struggles with the issue of health care reform, Pasadena is moving forward with a collaborative effort to provide access to primary health care services to all underserved families within the city. To showcase this important project init...

Students, parents and teachers met on August 29, 2009 at the Jackie Robinson Center for the annual Back to School night celebration.The theme for this year was "Education Success: Using What We Have". Dr. David Jacobs conducted a workshop for elementary ...

On Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. the Senior Activity Ministry of Morning Star Baptist Church is presenting their Annual Quilt Show and Boutique. Items of arts and crafts plus food and condiments are also available for purchase. Mo...

Logan H. Westbrooks, founder and owner of Source Record Company, and former CBS Records International Executive, was recently inducted into the National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame. The Ceremony took place at Hyatt Regency Atlanta during the 24th An...

"And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams." (1 Samuel 15:22) I do cook with Blessed Olive Oil! I ...

There was a time, not too long ago when Baseball was the most important sport in this country. There were just two leagues, and the champion of each league played in the World Series. We were usually in school when they were played, and the teachers would...