Would give more stars but I've journeyed here more times than not to find it closed. When I can…read moreget parking and go in, there are some treasures to be found. From office supplies, gently worn shoes and quality men and women's wear. I am searching for a traditional tablecloth and look forward to finding it here. I just need to memorize the hours of operation... which is still a roll of the dice if it will be open.

We are friendly women who run a friendly store with lots of interesting items, thanks to the…read moregenerosity of the community. Please visit our thrift shop and know that the money you spend goes to worthy causes to help people in La Canada and the surrounding areas.

Bargain Box is the best thrift shop in the area. Excellent quality and prices at this fully…read morevolunteer driven store. The biggest selection of clothing is women's, although there is a small children and men's area. The shop is in a lovely former private home which also houses the offices of the Assistance League. There are plenty of housewares and decorative items and I often purchase greeting cards there for 75 cents each. The icing on the cake is that the Assistance League was the first nonprofit, non-sectarian, non partisan organization started in the western United States. The League's origin goes back to the great San Francisco Fire and Earthquake when Anne Banning, a Los Angeles society woman, and some of her friends, assisted victims of the disaster. Years later, in 1919, the first chapter of the league was formed and the work continues today. The money raised by the Assistance League goes right back into the local community and supports the arts for youth, among other things. You can drop your donations off during the hours the shop is open.

I used to shop here all the time when I lived here popped in during a visit come, I was shocked to…read moresee $3.00 to $4.00 on dollar tree items. you can do better.

"Friends of Project 10, Incorporated is a nonprofit organization created in 1984 that supports…read moreprograms which emphasize nondiscrimination & equality for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) Youth. The organization works to assure that public schools are in compliance with state & federal laws regarding sexual orientation& gender identity, and that academic achevement should not be limited by being part of a marginalized social group. Our major program is the "Models of Excellence" scholarship competition for Southern California senior high school students who have advanced LGBT rights." Just as our wise founding forefathers developed checks & balances in the Federal government, society also needs various organizations to monitor public policy to ensure that the rules & laws governing equality under the law is implemented fairly & consistently. Good laws can be formulated by governing agencies, but officials in charge may not always comply & sometimes may be counter-productive & damaging. Project 10 is thus such a counter-balance so that there is compliance & execution of policy that brings a measure of equality & rights to LGBT students . I recently went to a Friends of Project 10 fund raiser at the home of Virginia & Gail, the organizers. It was an eclectic gathering of people of many orientations who were primarily interested in furthering opportunities of leadership & scholarship for LGBT youth. No matter of what stripe, it is our youth who will be the movers & shakers in our future society. It is imperative that we encourage & support their education & initiative so that they will be able to handle & manage the problems in our future society. Without youth being prepared for the eventuality of taking over, our American society will be in a dire position of decline. It is up to us as adults to facilitate support & help this transition. The backyard fund raiser was a good way to interact & network with people from diverse backgrounds & cultures as well as meeting many people (straight & LGBT) representing different organizations that function as the checks & balances needed in a free society. One of the more specialized organizations is the San Gabriel Valley Asian Pacific Islander PFLAG. Its amazing how our internet oriented nation is so full of special interest groups that appeal to such a wide range of needs. If you are interested in the fund raisers or volunteering contact: project10@hotmail.com Website is: www.FriendsOfProjecct10.org

Big space with good selection of clothing. Neatly organized racks. They are not overly stuffed so…read moreyou can go through them. I went because of the funny reels I saw on IG but the staff members. Met Alma and Paul, managers of the store. I didn't find anything g I wanted but it's nice to go there to look around.

This is such a cute thrift shop in Altadena I went for the first time this week. It's in an old…read morebrick building and has two floors. The first floor is clothing and the second is home decor and other things. There was a decent selection of clothing, but not the largest selection. I found some nice New Balance shoes for $15, they look barely worn. They also have designer clothing sections. They had a tag sale $1 items and 50% off other items. I would def recommend stopping by when in Altadena, I will be back. Parking is free and there is a large lot which is nice.

They are really trying and helped some unhoused people i was trying to help. Thank you to everyone…read morethere who is helping...good food bank. Helpful for what they do offer. Wish they could house people...but unhoused can get a hot meal there and a bag sandwich lunch they said. There is a program so those who qualify can get a free phone and data plan. Dedicated staff. Really trying to help.

My beautiful sissy Melineh travels often and brings back unused toiletries from hotels. She…read moreacquired quite a collection, so we go together one evening to put together apothecary bags to give to the unhoused. Since we made about 90 kits, she figured it would be best for us to deliver them to an organization that assists those in need, and she found Foothill Unity Center. Foothill Unity Center is a multi-service agency that provides services to individuals and families in need. Founded in 1980 by Josephine Anderson, the center has become a source for food, health services, and crisis assistance to thousands of low-income families in the SGV. The place is clean and spacious and the staff were friendly and gracious for our donation. It felt nice to do something good for others and give back to the community. The security guard on duty was an absolute doll - polite, friendly, and respectful. He made our day as much as we made his. They accept donations of any kind and you can drop off during business hours 8 am - 4:30 pm Mon - Fri. Donation wish list: https://foothillunitycenter.org/wish-list/ You can also volunteer https://foothillunitycenter.org/volunteer/.

Came here for the first time during Pasadena Art Night. I loved the street art work. This is art…read morefor the community without the contrived, over-exhausted pretension of a quiet art musueum where everything is encased in glass or distanced behind velet rope and you feel guilty for whispering too loudly. This is a place where you can admire an art display made of tires, a sowing machine powered by a bicycle, a moving dining table powered by six bicycles and talk to the artist. I plan on coming back to try out the workshops. More reviews to folllow.

This is a review specifically for their adult woodworking class…read more I was looking for a beginner's woodworking workshop for myself, but the other ones I've looked at were a bit intimidating (and kinda expensive for my budget). At first I thought they only offered classes for children, but I looked through their website and there it was, classes for adults! I was hyped! The projects looked so cute. I wanted to learn the basics. Woodworking is pretty fun, but you also have to be patient. Blue, the instructor, was super awesome! She gave a lot of suggestions and was supportive in whatever you wanted to create (as long as they had the tools and materials available). They offer the class inside one of their school buses (very spacious, looks really cool). I would go again if my schedule permitted it.

I was fortunate to win a ticket from Yelp for Union Station Homeless Services' annual fundraiser…read more My ticket allowed me to participate virtually in the Roarin' 2021 Evening for the Station event and silent auction and also included a boxed meal from Porta Via. Union Station Homeless Services is a nonprofit committed to helping individuals and families facing hunger, poverty, and homelessness in the community by providing the tools and resources they need to rebuild their lives. Last year, during the pandemic, they helped over 1,000 people find homes and employment. The day before the fundraiser I stopped by their office to pick up my boxed meal from Porta Via. Porta Via is a casual Italian market, deli, bakery & restaurant located in Pasadena. My meal consisted of roasted vegetable skewers, orecchiette pesto pasta salad, and mixed greens with feta, cranberries with a light vinaigrette. (Grilled Salmon and Grilled Chicken Kabobs were the other options.) Everything was delicious! This year's Evening for the Station was a hybrid event held virtually and in person. The in-person function was held at the University Club Pasadena. Entertainment for the evening featured performances from the Gerry Rothschild Band and a variety dance show by Todd Elliot Entertainment. Union Station's CEO Anne Miskey told us about all the wonderful work the nonprofit does. Gerry Rothschild mentioned that he also volunteers for Union Station Homeless Services and serves lunches every Thursday. There were some technical difficulties with the live feed but, overall, it was a very enjoyable event. The music was good, the dancers were fantastic, and there were some great items available in the silent auction, which I did bid on. Thank you so much Megan & Yelp for the opportunity to enjoy this experience.

I made a donation for Thanksgiving the other day the office is well organized, and the staff is…read morevery pleasant. I know I will be back before the holidays to bring toys for under privileged children. Overall, my experience here is always great.

There's a whole lot of goodies in here! Would have spent even more time looking were they not…read moreclosing. Don't let "vintage" fool you, most items are priced fairly. Excellent prices on scarves and kids jewelry. Great selection of china and fashion jewelry. I scored on tea cups and saucers, including a vintage Tiffany & Co. set for $16! My friend bought an Elvis collectible figurine still packaged for a great deal. Handbags are behind the register. Saw a lot of Coach and Dooney & Burkes. Small but colorful clothing section for costumes or daily wear. They get new items twice a week. Wish I lived closer, as I could add to my tea pot collection but there is a second location near Highland Park.

A very well curated and interesting boutique. prices are good for real vintage items. There is so…read moremuch to explore that it's impossible to see it all with money in the parking meter. If the proprietors had a clearance sale and sold 70% of their inventory, it would still be a well stocked shoppe. That's why I'm knocking off a star, it's a bit overwhelming, you can't really see the clothes and items in the display cases because it's just too much stuff. Less inventory could be more profitable. Great selection, but if everything is special, then none of it is.

I had a great experience at the Eagle Arts Center's nature printing making class. Valerie and…read moreEugenia were amazing instructors--Valerie explained the mulberry paper process and printing techniques in a way that was both clear and engaging. I brought my son along, and even though he got a bit tired, Eugenia was incredibly kind and attentive. She made sure he was still having fun and even helped me keep him engaged, which I really appreciated. I highly recommend these art workshops, whether you're going on your own or bringing your kids. It's a fun, welcoming, and creative environment for everyone.

we came here for a friend's wedding and it was BEAUTIFUL!!! the building is gorgeous inside and…read moreout. great spot for a 100 person wedding. my only complaint would be that they only had one stall restrooms so the ladies room line got pretty long very quickly.