South Lake Avenue, Pasadena
May 2023 Newsletter
MAY PROMOTIONS!
Mother's Day is just around the corner! Find great gifts at any one of South Lake Avenue's retailers or enjoy a delicious meal at any of the restaurants on the Avenue. Explore ideas by visiting the South Lake Avenue Business Directory.
SHOUT OUT TO OUR TRIVIA PARTICIPANTS!
Congratulations to our winner Dena H. from Pasadena who was the first to answer correctly in last month's newsletter!

Thank you to everyone who participated in last month's South Lake Trivia Game! We wanted to take a moment and shout out the first participant who answered correctly! The correct answer is Magnolia House. For more information, please visit Magnolia House!

Be the first to answer our monthly trivia question correctly for a chance to win a prize at South Lake Avenue's year end Holidayfest event! One (1) entry per person per Trivia Game Question. Participants selected and announced are eligible to enter again after 90 days.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ANNOUNCED PARTICIPANTS!

Cheri H. from Altadena (January)
Arthur M. from Pasadena (February)
Charlotte L. from Pasadena (March)
Dena H. from Pasadena (April)
The South Lake Business Association is
ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS FOR JUNE
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 June 2023 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 May 20th.
South Lake Avenue Quick Links
BITES AND BEVERAGES
Enjoy endless options from South Lake Avenue restaurants! Learn more by visiting South Lake Food & Dining.
SELF-CARE IDEAS
Looking to improve your health or pamper yourself? Browse through all the services offered on South Lake by visiting South Lake Health & Beauty.
SALES AND PROMOTIONS
Learn more about sales and promotions on South Lake by visiting Shop on South Lake.
South Lake Trivia!
Which business offers a Bowl-Rito?
Chipotle
Mercado Pasadena
Chronic Tacos
Be the first to answer correctly to get a shout out in our next newsletter and be automatically entered into a year end raffle during our Holidayfest Event!
South Lake Avenue Promotions
NEW ON THE BLOCK!
Chronic Tacos | 345 S. Lake Avenue #101 | 323-370-7001
Chronic Tacos is an American chain of fast casual restaurants specializing in tacos, Mission or California burritos, tostada bowls, carne asada fries and churros. Chronic Tacos promotes a culture that values creativity and progressiveness, all while having fun. They are committed to delivering a unique customer experience by creating an atmosphere influenced by the laid back Southern California vibe, and a distinctive culture with an irresistible edge.

For more information, please visit Chronic Tacos or call 626-298-6432.
COMING SOON!
Erewhon Market | 475 S. Lake Avenue | 323-370-7001
Erewhon is proud to be a Certified Organic Retailer and Certified B Corp. Since the late 1960s, Erewhon has been uncompromising in the commitment to provide foods and products that change the lives of their customers. They are more than your local organic grocery store; they are a community of people who are united in their love for pure products that protect the health of people and our planet.

For more information, please visit Erewhon Market or call 323-370-7001.
COMING SOON!
UOVO Pasta | 146 S. Lake Avenue
UOVO’s pasta is the one place outside of Italy that serves fresh pasta made in Italy – by hand daily, by their team in Bologna. Joining South Lake Avenue this summer!

For more information, please visit UOVO.
FREE DAY CONFERENCE ROOM SPECIAL!
Barrister Executive Suites | 225 S. Lake Avenue, 3rd Fl. | 626-432-5400
Spring has sprung! Step into spring with a free day of conference room use at Barrister Executive Suites Pasadena to ANYONE who mentions this ad! Call 626-432-5400 today! Terms & restrictions apply, subject to availability, only valid at Barrister’s Pasadena location. Call for more details. Offer only valid if South Lake Avenue ad is mentioned.

For more information, please visit Barrister Executive Suites, call 800-576-0744 or email leasing@barrister-suites.com.
SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS!
Bumo | 845 Cordova Street | 626-639-8810
Bumo offers on-demand child care for busy parents and they are conveniently located on South Lake Avenue and Cordova Street. Bumo is offering Summer Camp starting this June.

For more information, please visit Bumo or call 626-639-8810.
BIKE NIGHT!
Cycle Gear | 414 S. Lake Avenue | 626-553-9761
Enjoy Bike Night at Cycle Gear where you can explore motorcycle riding gear, helmets, accessories and more!

For more information, please visit Cycle Gear or call 626-553-9761.
TREAT MOM TO A FACIAL!
Elite Beauty Bar Pasadena | 256 S. Lake Avenue | 626-345-5457
Pamper mom with a facial for Mother's Day! Join Elite Beauty Bar's facial club which starts at $60 per month. Price increases every month so don't delay on the great price.

For more information, please visit Elite Beauty Bar or call 626-345-5457.
MOTHER'S DAY SALE!
European Wax Center | 569 S. Lake Avenue | 626-449-5000
Mark your calendar and enjoy sales offered by European Wax Center! Save up to 70% off on laser hair removal, 50% off coolsculpting and more!

  • Tuesday April 25th - Monday May 15th (EOD): Mother’s Day Sale 
  • Tuesday April 25th - Monday May 15th: Mother’s Day Digital Experience 
  • Prize Updates to $250 off on May 11-15

For more information, please visit European Wax Center or call 626-499-5000.
BUILD WITH FERGUSON!
Ferguson Showroom | 340 S. Lake Avenue | 626-463-4180
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery offers articles and resources to learn about this year's trends! Click to view Ferguson Trends & Influences.

For more information, please visit Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery or call 626-463-4180.
Logix Federal Credit Union
LAND A GREAT IRA!
Logix Federal Credit Union | 180 S. Lake Avenue | 800-328-5328
Your income today has an impact far beyond paying this month's bills or planning next year's vacation. Saving even a small amount while you work can have a big impact not just on your balance in retirement, but in tax advantages today. An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) could be the perfect vehicle to help you achieve a better life for your family now while ensuring a smooth landing in retirement. Learn more at Retirement Accounts.

For more information, please visit Logix Federal Credit Union or call 800-328-5328.
GIFTS FOR MOM!
Macy's | 401 S. Lake Avenue | 626-792-0211
Macy's offers a variety of amazing gift ideas for mom! Click to view their Mother's Day Gift Guide!

For more information, please visit Macy's or call 626-792-0211.
BRUNCH WITH MOM!
Magnolia House | 492 S. Lake Avenue | 626-584-1126
Enjoy brunch with mom at Magnolia House! Click to explore their Brunch Menu and discover a variety of Brunch Options, Sides and Cocktails.

For more information, please visit Magnolia House or call 626-584-1126.
3 COURSE LUNCH!
Marina Pasadena | 841 Cordova Street | 626-714-7228
Enjoy lunch at Marina Pasadena Wednesday - Sunday from 11:30am - 2:30p where you can savor their 3 course prix fixe menu for only $34.50 a person.

For more information, please visit Marina Pasadena or call 626-714-7228.
ENJOY BRUNCH OUTDOORS!
Mercado Pasadena | 140 S. Lake Avenue | 626-345-5778
Mercado Pasadena offers a beautiful outdoor setting to enjoy brunch with mom!

For more information, please visit Mercado Pasadena or call 626-345-5778.
BUNDT CAKES FOR MOM!
Nothing Bundt Cakes | 548 S. Lake Avenue | 626-792-8200
Nothing Bundt Cakes can help you celebrate Mother's Day with delicious and beautifully handcrafted Decorated Bundt Cakes, Bundtinis® and Bundtlet Towers from their special Mother's Day collection. Shop Mother's Day Cakes.

For more information, please visit Nothing Bundt Cakes or call 626-792-8200.
OUTDOOR READY GIFTS!
Orvis | 345 S. Lake Avenue | 626-356-8000
Orvis offers their Gifts for Women collection where you can find the best gifts for her, whether you need inspired options for the holidays, or you simply want to surprise her with something special. Shop Outdoor Gifts For Mom.

For more information, please visit Orvis or call 626-356-8000.
LAUNCH YOUR DREAM!
Paul Mitchell The School | 825 E. Green Street | 626-284-2863
Paul Mitchell The School Pasadena is the perfect place to grow as a stylist and launch your dream career in Cosmetology, Barbering or Esthetics! Click to Request a Tour!

For more information, please visit Paul Mitchell The School Pasadena or call 626-284-2863.
CELEBRATE EARTH MONTH!
Pet Food Express | 320 S. Lake Avenue | 626-578-1111
Celebrate Earth Month with Open Farm and save 20% off select items when you shop in-store or online with code OPEN FARM. For details, please visit Open Farm.

For more information, please visit Pet Food Express or call 626-578-1111.
MOTHER'S DAY TLC GIFT!
Salon Yuriy | 820 E. Green Street | 626-577-2002
This Mother's Day Special is great for those that need some much-needed TLC! Salon Yuriy is happy to announce that they have two specials for Mother's day on the weeks of: May 1st - 14th!
  • Blow Dry & Kerastase Oleo Fusion $70 $90
  • Blow Dry & Kerastase Chroma Masque $95 $120

For more information, please visit Salon Yuriy or call 626-577-2002.
SHOP FOR MOM!
Salutations Home | 900 Granite Drive | 626-577-7460
Saluations Home offers hand-woven hurricanes that are rustic, refined and romantic, filled with flickering candlelight or used as a vase filled with flowers. Lovely to illuminate cozy corners, hidden terraces and twilight garden parties. Perfect gift for Mother’s Day! Shop their website for easy purchasing.

For more information, please visit Salutations Home or call 626-577-7460.
GIFTS FOR MOM!
Susie Cakes | 264 S. Lake Avenue | 626-657-2253
Pre-order Mother's Day cakes for nationwide shipping or local pickup today! Shop Mother's Day Cakes.

For more information, please visit Susie Cakes or call 626-657-2253.
GIFTS FOR MOM!
Ten Thousand Villages | 567 S. Lake Avenue | 626-229-9892
Mom’s have an important role in our lives. When it comes time to celebrate them, whether it’s a birthday or mother’s day, they deserve a special gift. All items at Ten Thousand Villages are ethically sourced and fair trade, and each one is expertly crafted by artisan partners. Shop their collection for a truly thoughtful, fair trade mother’s day gift. Shop Gifts for Mom!

For more information, please visit Ten Thousand Villages or call 626-229-9892.
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH!
The Arbour | 527 S. Lake Avenue | 626-396-4925
Enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch at The Arbour Restaurant on May 14th from 11:30am - 1:30pm. They will also be open for dinner from 4:00pm - 10:00pm. Call 626-396-4925 to make your reservations today.

For more information, please visit The Arbour or call 626-396-4925.
SPRING COOKWARE EVENT!
Williams-Sonoma | 142 S. Lake Avenue | 626-795-5045
Enjoy 20% off select Nonstick Cookware! For details, click to view Sale and Special Offer.

For more information, please visit Williams-Sonoma or call 626-795-5045.
Got Catering?
DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR!
Get your South Lake Avenue favorites delivered to your door. To view catering options available on South Lake, please visit Catering on South Lake.
City of Pasadena Quick Links
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT OPPORTUNITIES
  • Restaurants Care Resilience Fund - $5,000, Applications open April 15, due May 7. SoCalGas will contribute $1 million in aid from its donor advised fund to help small restaurants with improvements, upgrades, employee retention and to manage debt, losses and rising costs. Funding for these grants is made possible by SoCalGas, PG&E, and SDG&E.

  • Verizon Small Business Digital Ready – $10,000, Applications due May 12. A specific focus on helping diverse and under-resourced business owners. Small businesses can unlock the application for this round of grant funding by first registering on Verizon Small Business Digital Ready and completing at least two of the following, in any combination: courses, live coaching or community events.

  • Economic Opportunity Grants – Up to $20,000, Applications due May 20. The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity will disburse more than $54 million in grants to small businesses, microbusinesses and non-profits. Register for a free info session on how to apply.

For additional resources available to businesses, please visit The City of Pasadena Business Toolkit.
CITY NEWS AND RESOURCES
Stay in the know regarding important City of Pasadena updates by visiting the following links:

CITIZEN SERVICE CENTER
The Citizen Service Center (CSC) is a centralized service to help Pasadena residents connect with their City.

For more information, please visit Pasadena Citizen Service Center or call 626-744-7311.
CONNECT TO PASADENA PD
Learn more about crime in Pasadena neighborhoods through Nixle and Crimemapping. Please visit www.nixle.com or www.crimemapping.com for more information.

A reminder to dial 9-1-1 for emergencies. For non-emergencies, please contact Pasadena Police at 626-744-4241.
Association Meetings
BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, May 17, 2023 I 8:00am

Property owners and business owners located within the South Lake Business District are encouraged to attend association meetings. South Lake Avenue property owners and business owners interested in volunteering and serving on the Board of Directors should email slba@southlakeavenue.org. Click here to view SLBA meeting schedules or to learn more about the South Lake Business Association.

*Meeting dates, times and locations are subject to change. For more information regarding upcoming meetings, please visit www.southlakeavenue.org.
Featured Spaces
Interested in opening your business in the South Lake Avenue Business District? The South Lake Business Association can help!

Location of Featured Space:
70 S. Lake Avenue

Click to view a list of featured spaces at South Lake Leasing Opportunities.
GET STARTED!
Whether you are looking to acquire property, open a business or move to South Lake, the South Lake Business Association is here to help you learn about South Lake Avenue’s unique attributes. Start by visiting Getting Started on South Lake.

For more information, please visit www.southlakeavenue.org.
WHAT'S NEW ON SOUTH LAKE?
Now it's easier than ever to connect with businesses and learn about new ones by visiting South Lake Avenue's new website at www.southlakeavenue.org.
Got News?
Got News? June 2023 e-Newsletter submissions due by May 20th and accepted on a first come first served basis. Subject to availability and editing.
Missed News?
If you missed one of our newsletters you can view them at Previous Newsletters
Helpful Links
Stay Connected!
South Lake Trivia!
Looking for our Trivia Game Question? It's still here and will rotate within the newsletter every month. Enjoy!