By Nick Michael Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The South Pasadena Public Library held a celebration of author Ray Bradbury’s 95th birthday on Saturday, from 7-10 p.m. The festivities kicked off with a sci-fi themed musical performance. Following the performance were two tributes to Bradbury, one by Jim and Lissa Reynolds from the Fremont Centre […]
Janelane and the rise of the DIY band
Article originally posted in Tunnel Magazine. By Somi Jun Print Managing Editor The first time I interviewed Sophie Negrini about Janelane, the power pop band’s lineup had just solidified: Negrini on vocals and guitar, Alex Hardy on bass, Jake Levy as lead guitarist, and Lucas Cereijido on drums. As a result, Janelane’s SoundCloud featured demos and live […]
Margins Magazine introduces chance for the oppressed to speak out
By Sammy Park Staff Writer Illustration by Ashley Amado The frustration stemming from the lack of representation of oppressed groups in the media has been brewing for some time. Now, there is a solution. Margins, an upcoming online magazine, is aiming to amplify the voices of women who are not acknowledged by the mainstream feminist […]
Summer Job Profile: Camp CHLA
By Declan Chin Staff Writer Photo by Declan Chin Back in December, I heard about a program known as Camp Children’s Hospital Los Angeles from my mom and older sisters. It was my sophomore year, and I had barely started thinking about potential careers yet. I decided to apply even though the program was primarily […]
Summer Job Profile: Ben Elbaum
By Riley Segal Staff Writer At Tom Sawyer Camps, a new league of junior counselors bring something new to offer each year. Sophomore Ben Elbaum has been been going to camp for eight years now, but this is the first time he won’t be a camper. Since his first year, Elbaum always knew that he […]
Travel Blog: Alaskan Cruise
By Sammy Park Staff Writer Photos by Sammy Park From the hectic packing to the occasional family member getting seasick, cruising with my family was a memory I will never forget The Norwegian Pearl is an Alaskan cruise that boards in Seattle, Washington. The seven-day cruise attracts passengers from as far away as India and […]
To Poke, or Not to Poke
By Brandon Yung Staff Writer The buzz of anticipation can be felt, a fine air of social media-induced excitement resonating through the line that almost reaches out the door. Murmurs of expectation are overheard, “I hear the owner came from Hawaii”, “Maybe the place in Venice Beach is better.” The glass facade of the crowded […]
Photos of The Week #6: Tucker Judkins
Photos By: Tucker Judkins
Ant-Man is a refreshing addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe
By Declan Chin Staff Writer 3.5/5 Ant-Man? A superhero that turns into the size of an ant? How is that even a superpower? How could this be a good movie? Thankfully, the writers and director overcome the skepticism with a light hearted, entertaining flick. Apart from die hard comic book fans, everyone had the same […]
Photos of The Week #5: Brian Kojima
“When Marnie Was There” is another Studio Ghibli triumph
By Ross Lelieur Senior Staff Writer 5/5 Much worry clouded Studio Ghibli’s reputation following director Hayao Miyazaki’s departure and the company’s subsequent organizational breakdown. Despite this issue, the production house has managed to put out what may be its last film – When Marnie Was There – as a sort of farewell (for now) to […]
Ice Que dessert store announces its closure
By Sammy Park Staff Writer The aroma of fried funnel cake on Tuesdays and Thursdays will soon be fading from West Main Street in Alhambra. Ice Que, home of decadent funnel cake ice cream sandwich, boba, and shaved ice, announced its closure on Thursday, July 23rd. Less than a year old, the business’ closing shocked […]
Summer Plans Profile: Kristen Kafkaloff
By Olivia Chiu Copy Editor Incoming senior Kristen Kafkaloff is taking part in a rigorous eight-week internship with the Flight Electronics and Software Systems Department of JPL, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. This program has been Kafkaloff’s first step into the professional world as it uses both her academic and interpersonal skills. Wanting to experience a […]
“Minions” is mindless, unnecessary, and overdone
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer 2/5 Minions provides a prequel to the critically acclaimed Despicable Me franchise, but fails to earn any other distinction. Although the film depicts creative animated schemes and contains a comedic aspect, the generic characters and a predictable plotline create 90 minutes of cringing, boredom, and dissatisfaction. Taking place 42 years […]
“Me And Earl And The Dying Girl” is so much more than its title suggests
By Cole Cahill Staff Writer 5/5 The worst part about Me And Earl And The Dying Girl is its title. It is a sad fact that many moviegoers would not want to see a movie with such a morbid name. The film sounds depressing and sappy, especially in the context of its “teen” genre. Many […]
Tedx post-production crew to complete full-length documentary
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer While most SPHS students lounge at the beach or head to local boba shops during summer break, TEDx members Daniel Pazmino, Kiernan O’Neal , and Omni Lott are spending their summer hard at work editing the first TEDx talk held at South Pas. TEDx is a global movement devoted to […]