Established in 1979, this is a no frills, LBGTQ+ friendly neighborhood dive bar. There is a pool…read moretable in the back and a karaoke stage in the front. The drinks are stiff and the customers are lively & fun. The locals come here for nightly Karaoke, and they also have drag shows every Friday at 11 p.m. I came here many years ago, but it still looked like I remembered. Bartender Chad was friendly and attentive. I liked his vibe. I sipped my vodka soda while soaking in the ambience. I would have stayed for another, but this place is cash only and I don't carry much on me these days. There is an ATM machine in the back, but I'm old school and don't have an ATM card. LOL!

I've always wanted to check this place out, the only gay bar in Pasadena. So when PSL had an event…read morehere, I was stoked!! Great service from the one bartender!! Loved the decor, too!

Tried something new thanks to the Los Angeles Adventure Bucket List Scratch-Off Cards and ended up…read moreat Neon Retro Arcade. Came here last night for a date night. Such a fun/ cute experience. Definitely brought out my inner kid. The arcade had a good amount of games, good energy, and was perfect for a spontaneous night out. I have passed by this place many times and honestly wouldn't have gone if it wasn't on the card, so I'm glad it pushed me to try something different. Play for adults I believe was $15 for an hour. Located on Raymond Ave in between Colorado Blvd & Green St. You can find meter parking if you're lucky or park at the structure nearby.

Came here with a decently sized group as the activity for a birthday celebration before dinner at a…read morenearby restaurant on a Sunday evening. Unsure how they handled making sure they weren't overcrowded or people were waiting too long to get a chance at the games but they did a great job and I never felt like I had to wait (or wait too long) for a machine to be available. They have a large variety of games from more modern ones like Switchs in the back, older versions of Mario Kart, older games in general like Pac-Man and my personal favorite Burger Time. Loads of pinball machines too. The entire facility (and bathroom) were very clean and the ambient noise was never too loud and I never had to yell to talk to someone next to me. Some games will have slightly sticky or unresponsive switches but it's just what happens with the amount of people that use these machines. We had an issue with a pinball machine and they were very quick to come help fix it and immediately get us back to playing. Overall a solid experience, not what I'd actively look for myself, but would gladly go again if someone else wanted to.

I visited Vroman's Bookstore during a girls trip to Pasadena, and it turned out to be such a fun…read moresurprise. We initially expected a typical bookstore, but it's so much more than that. As one of the oldest independent bookstores in California, it has a really special charm. Inside, there's a wine bar, a coffee shop, and even a cute gift shop upstairs, which makes it easy to spend a lot of time browsing and relaxing. While I was there, I got to listen to an author present her book and answer questions, which added such a unique and memorable touch to the visit. The store was busy, and you could really feel how much people enjoyed being there. The layout is well organized, making it easy to find books by genre. Upstairs, there's a spacious children's section, which is great for families. I also loved the section featuring Orson Welles books and posters. It was a really cool and unexpected addition. Overall, Vroman's is more than just a bookstore as it's an experience. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!

Always a great night out to hear from authors. There's usually something interesting going on…read moreupstairs or in the wine bar! Let's do the numbers. PARKING There's a free lot out back. Plenty of spaces for everyone. SELECTION there's more than enough for me in my regular sections, but there are tons of sections I don't usually peruse. Like "wind chimes" and "backpack" sections . If you're looking, they even have snacks for your next read STAFF super helpful and friendly. If they don't know your book (they do), they'll ask a coworker who will know it and have all the extra details you didn't know to ask for. PRICE better than affordable: Supportive! (Readers and writers communities) SPACE There are a ton of accessible open aisles. Huge space outside (maybe for outdoor events?)

Only once a year in Irwindale California. It was amazing , drizzling but for short rain…read more We got the tickets on line and parking was $15. The fair was beautiful. The moment you come you are in different era . Medieval times. People dressed up for the occasion and costumes were pretty good. Lots of food, rides , activities, shows. Love the Jousting show. Be back

*** 2026 Season - April 4, 2026 - May 17, 2026 ***…read more The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire is an annual event that originally started in 1963 and has since moved to its current location at the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area in Irwindale, California. Our party saw ads for the faire on social media and decided to check it out. [Parking]: The faire highly recommends entering the recreation area via the 210 exit off Irwindale Ave (#38) rather than following GPS and exiting from the 605. There is a $15 entry fee to enter the Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area (advance purchase not required). There is no street parking here so don't even bother trying. There is also an additional $30 fee for a VIP parking pass (so $15 entry fee + $30 VIP parking) and VIP parking is limited to 300 vehicles each Faire day & requires advance online purchase. If you plan to arrive after 11 AM, then I highly recommend getting a VIP parking pass to avoid the long traffic lines for general parking as the main Jousting Tournament starts at 12 PM. Our party arrived at 9:15 AM and there was already waiting lines to get into the general parking lot, but our party had no issue with general parking as the staff guided the line of cars and my car ended up parked pretty close to the faire entrance. [Ticket]: $53 for adults. Members of the military with valid IDs, seniors age 62+, and AAA members receive $5 off tickets purchased at the box office. Doors open at 10 AM. The faire also offers the Pub Crawl show that departs at 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, and 2:30 PM. Please note that the Pub Crawl sells out quickly and does not include admission to The Renaissance Pleasure Faire (an additional $90 per person). [Entering & amenities]: There is a basic security check before entering the fairgrounds. One factory-sealed water bottle is allowed per person. No pets are allowed at the faire except service animals. Strollers and wagons of all sizes are welcome. There are no lockers or bag check services at the faire. Almost all restrooms are porta-potties. [Costumes]: Approximately 75% of visitors were already wearing costumes, but it is not mandatory. There is a costume rental shop located just inside the front gates of the faire with adult-sized costumes ranging from $18 - $65 (average price around $39). [What to expect]: Few activities and foods our party wanted to try included watching a Jousting Tournament and eating a chimney cake. There were approximately 125 vendors and the faire was fairly easy to navigate since visitors mainly follow one route. Most entertainment shows start at 11 AM and there are three time slots for the jousting show: 12 PM, 2 PM, and 5 PM. There are also many fairground games like archery + axe throwing + human-powered rides, but unfortunately they cost extra money. Also feel free to interact with the townspeople to make this whole experience more immersive. [Food]: Top highlighted items include turkey legs, chimney cake, and steak on a stake. Our party had a beef chimney cake for $18 (cash only) and honestly it was pretty mediocre. [Tips]: Bring an umbrella or wear plenty of sunscreen as the weather can get pretty hot and there are not many shaded areas. Also bring cash as vendors selling alcohol and many other art & craft vendors only accept cash. Also don't wear shoes you don't want to get dirty because my sneakers were covered in dirt after the visit. Most importantly come early before the doors open to avoid the crowds after 12 PM. [Conclusion]: Personally this is a one-and-done medieval-era experience.

I went to the most recent event at the Globe Theater in downtown Los Angeles. It was an amazing…read morevenue with a great second floor mezzanine. The live music was incredible, the guy playing the sax really knows how to jam. The dancers and musicians were performing together, and did several shows! There's this magical connection between a musician and a dancer that you see and feel as they improvise and work the crowd, the stage, and the whole venue. In between performances there was social dancing, with a lot of great dancers dressed to the nines. The birthday cake performance is something you got to see and experience, totally off the charts, like something you'd see in a movie! The final performance is with a giant martini glass. The girl dances around/in the glass filled with water and then pours champagne all over herself. One of the most wild over the top things I've ever seen! The energy and vibes were off the hook! I highly recommend this for couples that want a special date night, large groups that want a unique experience/entertainment, and people who want to celebrate their birthday in style.

Sergio responded to my review with NOTHING BUT LIES…read more Nobody was brought on stage for a birthday surprise. They wheeled the woman out in a cake on the main floor so that's LIE #1. If you have SUPPOSED FOOTAGE of me receiving this birthday surprise then please post it!!! I WOULD ABSOLUTELY LOVE TO SEE IT LIE#2. There were definitely not 10 acts and YES then entire chaotic mess of a show was only 15-20 minutes long!!! IF you have footage of a 90 minutes show then I'm sure you can post that as well LIE#3 The only thing Sergio didn't lie about is he didn't mention anything about the disgusting food and drinks I ABSOLUTELY DO NOT APPRECIATE ALL THESE LIES AND I HOPE NO ONE EVER WASTES THEIR MONEY ON THIS SHOW AGAIN!!!

A cute lil hang out before the real party a place to grab 2 drinks and go .... Um I think the only…read moretime talked to staff was bartender for drink they didn't approach us for my liking was good they let us be I guess overall I loved it but I'm a lil different

Great little spot with great cocktails. Fresh ingredients and well balanced drinks. Great place to…read morecome with few friends

Core is the best shop to go to in the Pasadena Area. They have the best selection you can find, and…read morethe prices may be up there at times but it's still better then anywhere else. The gentleman at the front Darwin is always very helpful, conversational, and easy going. Every time I see him he makes the experience a great one.

Visited CoreTCG for the first time and had a great experience. Darwin provided excellent customer…read moreservice--he was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely kind throughout my visit. He took the time to answer my questions and made everything easy to navigate, which I really appreciated as a first-time customer. Prices were also very fair, with some items even discounted compared to what I've seen online and at other stores. Overall, a really solid shop with great service. I'll definitely be back.

Carolyn has been our boys' (9 and 11) piano teacher for the past four years. She's an amazing…read moreteacher that knows how to get her students engaged and motivated. She keeps it fun, encouraging the kids to compose and create their own pieces. Having taken lessons as a child and knowing other families, it's often easy to fall into the trap of piano being another class with "homework". Carolyn's approach has been instrumental in avoiding that pitfall. Our boys enjoy playing and we don't have to nag them everyday to practice! In addition to being a talented teacher, Carolyn is a consummate professional - punctual, prepared, communicative, and dependable. Her steadiness and reliability are highly appreciated in light of the often chaotic kids' schedules. She accommodates our schedules and is able to work effectively remotely. TLDR; Highly recommended!

I have a lot of good things to say about Carolyn!!…read more Carolyn makes piano so interesting to my almost 18 year old daughter. My daughter wasn't 100% sure if she wanted to start learning piano again, but after 15 minutes with Carolyn she couldn't wait to start again! Carolyn knows how to teach piano and she caters to all kinds of different ways of learning the piano. My daughter has lessons years ago but wanted to get back to it. Carolyn made her feel at ease and my daughter TOOK OFF! She is a good role model for my daughter. Maddie is now in college but still sits at the piano when home and plays her favorites. Thank you Carolyn for all the good years here in San Diego. GOOD LUCK TO YOU and all the wonderful clients you will have in the future. They are so lucky.

We needed a costume today for my son and Amazon was not able to deliver sooner so we ended up…read morefinding the Napoleon costume at this store. It fits perfectly and is great quality. It was even cheaper than the one from Amazon. Thank you much!

Just get your costums on Amazon or something with a better return policy than this company. I got a…read morecostum that I didn't need anymore when it arrived, and when I tried to return it, I found out that I also had to ship it back with my own money. So not only did I pay $14.50 on shipping to get the item (which won't be refunded), if I decide ship it back I will have to not only pay another shipping fee but also a 20% restocking fee. It's crazy that I'll be out 80% of what I spent if I give the item back. So here's a lesson, check return polices before buying anything online.

They provide the high quality of nursing care, personal care, physical therapy, and psychological…read moresupport to my aged parents. They are the ones who made my parents felt at a warm home.

Great place for the elderly to go hang out during the day. The Chinese food they serve for lunch is…read morerestaurant quality and they have on-site nurses available. During holidays, they throw special events to get the attendees involved.