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HAPPY NEW YEAR!
On behalf of the South Lake Business Association and its Board of Directors, we would like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2014!
 
SOUTH LAKE CELEBRATES HOLIDAYS! 
The South Lake Business Association presented its holiday celebration on Saturday, December 7th, 2013.  Guests enjoyed family friendly activities such as horse and carriage rides, trackless train rides, in-store specials, live music, carolers, holiday characters, a scavenger hunt and over $5,000 in prizes.    

The South Lake Business Association's monthly newsletter is a source of information and news for business and property owners within the South Lake Avenue Business District, the City of Pasadena, and residential communities.  We are currently accepting submissions for the February 2014 newsletter.  If you are a South Lake Avenue business or property owner and would like to participate in the newsletter, please email your submission to slba@southlakeavenue.org by January 20th.

 

Enjoy!
  
The South Lake Business Association
2013: A YEAR IN PICTURES!                            
South Lake Celebrates A Year In Pictures     
  
Thank you to everyone who supported, participated in and attended South Lake events in 2013.  Enjoy the following pictures!
 
 
NEW ON THE BLOCK! 
Du-par's Restaurant and Bakery l 214 S. Lake Avenue l 626-449-8520

Du-par's is dedicated to the highest quality food and customer service delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, company spirit and most importantly individual pride.

 

For more information, please visit Du-par's Restaurant and Bakery

NEW ON THE BLOCK! 
Glo Salon & Root Bar | 502 S. Lake Avenue | 626-792-0059


Glo's staff is comprised of leaders in their field, using the best products and technology available to provide the industry's best combination of look and function.  Offering exclusive access to Celebrity stylists, GLO is bringing new life to Pasadena.  
  
For more information, please visit Glo Salon & Root Bar.

NEW ON THE BLOCK! 
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches | 165 S. Lake Ave | 626-583-9092


Jimmy John's are America's favorite sandwich delivery guys!  

  
For more information, please visit Jimmy John's.
NEW ON THE BLOCK! 
Seco New American l 140 S. Lake Avenue l 626-449-9900 
 
A new restaurant, bar and lounge brought to you by the Smith Brothers.  Guests can enjoy New American cuisine; lunch and dinner served daily.
 
For more information, please visit Seco New American
 

NEW ON THE BLOCK! 
Which Wich | 230 S. Lake Avenue, Unit 2 | 626-795-2000


Which WichÆ is a fresh, innovative concept featuring superior sandwiches served in an edgy, magnetic environment.  In addition to more than 50 customizable "wiches", including the signature WickedÆ loaded with five meats and three cheeses, Which Wich is known for its revolutionary ordering system. 
 
For more information, please visit Which Wich.
KATY PERRY SHOPS ON SOUTH LAKE!  
Kimono No Kobeya | 380 S. Lake Avenue | 626-796-8881

South Lake Avenue Trivia!
Mikko Nakatomi, owner of Mikko Hair Creation and Kimono No Kobeya, provided the kimonos for the dancers in Katy Perry's opening number at the 2013 American Music Awards show.  There were 23 dancers, all outfitted by Mikko, who was also in attendance during the show to make sure the kimonos looked their best!  To view the kimonos in action, please view Katy Perry American Music Awards 2013.  
 
For more information, please visit Kimono No Kobeya.
CRAFTING WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS!
Pottery Barn Kids | 511 S. Lake Avenue | 626-405-1743


Every Tuesday until January 21st

Looking for something to do while the kids are out of school?  Join Pottery Barn Kids every Tuesday until January 21st for fun crafts made exclusively for them by Kiwi Crate.  Plus, learn more about Kiwi Crate with a special in-store offer.  Cost $5 per kit.

 

For more information, please visit Pottery Barn Kids.

CALLING ALL WINE LOVERS & COOKS TO TRATTORIA NEAPOLIS! 
Trattoria Neapolis | 336 S. Lake Avenue | 626-792-3000 
 

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Join Trattoria Neapolis for their wine tasting and cooking class series this winter.  On January 21st, award-winning Wine Director Diego Meraviglia (recently won 5th place in the Worldwide Sommelier Association competition in London) leads a five-flight wine tasting focused on Sicilian vintners paired with light bites from Chef Wigger.  Wine tasting runs $45 per person plus tax.  

 

Saturday, February 1, 2014

Need to brush up on your culinary skills?  Join Chef Wigger on February 1st, for an intimate cooking class focused on knife skills and vegetable stock basics.  Class includes a wine toast to accompany a menu of minestrone, risotto with shellfish and saffron plus seasonal gelati and assorted Italian cookies. This intimate afternoon is limited to 8 guests at $65 per person plus tax.  

 

For more information please call 626-792-3000 or visit Trattoria Neapolis.

CHEESEBURGER WEEK JAN. 12-17!
Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Announces Cheeseburger Week
         

2014's third annual Cheeseburger Week celebration in Pasadena is January 12-17.  Enjoy the following participating South Lake restaurants: Du-par's Restaurant and BakeryGreen Street Restaurant, Pie 'n Burger, Real Food DailyThe Counter and Trattoria Neapolis.  

For more information, please visit Cheeseburger Week 2014.

dineLA RESTAURANT WEEK JAN. 20-31!  

  

dineLA's Restaurant Week is a 12-day dining event showcasing Los Angeles as a premier dining destination, highlighting the diversity of culinary experiences LA has to offer.  Locals and visitors have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of specially priced prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus from some of LA's best restaurants.  Enjoy the participating South Lake Avenue restaurants: Celestino Ristorante, Seco New American, Smitty's Grill and Trattoria Neapolis

 

For more information, please visit dineLA.

STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS 

Thursday, January 23, 2014 | 7:00pm
Pasadena City College - Center for the Arts
1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
Pasadena Mayor Bill Bogaard will report on recent accomplishments and future plans.  For more information, please call 626-744-7210.


 
ASSOCIATION MEETINGS 
 
ANNUAL AND MONTHLY MEETINGS
Wednesday, January 15, 2014 | 8:00am - 10:00am
Pasadena Towers
55 S. Lake Avenue, Suite 170, Pasadena - View Map!
  
For more information regarding upcoming meetings, please visit www.southlakeavenue.org.

*Meeting dates, times and locations are subject to change.  Please visit www.southlakeavenue.org for updates.
FEATURED SPACES! 
Interested in opening your business in the South Lake Avenue Business District?  The South Lake Business Association can help! 
  
Click to view a list of featured spaces at South Lake Leasing Opportunities.
Got News?  February 2014 e-Newsletter submissions due by January 20th and accepted on a first come first serve basis.  Subject to availability.
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