Looking for Something to Do? Free Pasadena Events Aug. 3 to 9

Here are events scheduled Saturday, Aug. 3, to Friday, Aug. 9.

All events are free, so take a look -- and don't you dare say there's nothing to do in Pasadena!

Every week, Family Fun Saturday at Eaton Canyon Nature Center includes activities for all ages. On Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to noon, enjoy a family nature walk, Nature Tails Storytime, a presentation with a live wild animal and creating a nature craft to take home.

California Assemblyman (and former Pasadena City Councilman) Chris Holden's annual summer block party on his street (500 block of East Jackson Street between North Madison and El Molino) Saturday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. will feature live entertainment, free hot dogs and lemonade, children's activities, free school backpacks (while supplies last) classic car show, free health screenings, community resource fair and much more.

Children 12 and younger will watch with glee as post-modern juggler Michael Rayner presents Whacky Jugglement, a combination of funny tricks and stunts with a whole lot of improvised fun Saturday, Aug. 3, at 11 a.m. in the Donald R. Wright Auditorium at Central Library.

The two-part documentary miniseries "Ken Burns's Mark Twain" will be shown Saturday, Aug. 3, from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Donald R. Wright Auditorium at Central Library. Considered the funniest man of his time, Mark Twain was a critic of human nature who used his humor to attack hypocrisy, greed and racism. As America's best loved author, he created some of its most memorable characters and quote-worthy sayings. Director Ken Burns digs beneath the legend to discover the true Twain and reveal his extraordinary life.

One Colorado's Summer Concert Series continues in the courtyard with Ty Taylor performing soul and mid-century jazz standards with a pop edge Saturday, Aug. 3, from 7 to 9 p.m. Kicking up heels on the dance floor is encouraged for all ages!

The Playhouse District Association's Summer Jazz Concert Series presents the Little Brazil Trio performing Brazilian music from a contemporary perspective Sunday, Aug. 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the courtyard adjacent to Vroman's Bookstore.

The summer concert series for all ages in the air conditioned comfort of the Scott Pavilion at the Pasadena Senior Center continues with Sligo Rags performing Celtic folk with a decidedly bluegrass attitude Monday, Aug. 5, at 6 p.m. This event is open to the community and all ages are welcome. Feel free to bring a picnic.

The Screening Mimis Film Discussion Group for adults presents "Match Point" (2005, R) starring Scarlett Johansson and Jonathon Rhys-Meyers Tuesday, Aug. 6, at 1:30 p.m. in the Scott Pavilion at the Pasadena Senior Center. A clandestine love affair with a woman from the U.S. sends the life of a British tennis pro into a tailspin. The Screening Mimis Film Discussion Group features a provocative movie the first and third Tuesday of every month, preceded by a presentation about the film's hidden history and followed by a lively discussion. You do not have to be a member of the Pasadena Senior Center to attend, but you do have to be 50 or older.

The first Tuesday of every month is Free Family Night at Kidspace Children's Museum. On Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 4 to 8 p.m. you and your children will discover the art of food as you practice your piping skills, learn the tips and tricks of napkin-folding and more. At 6 p.m. in the Stone Hollow Amphitheater, watch as food is created with balloons and learn what it's like to be a balloon artist.

A kickoff party for National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Memorial Park will feature free food, entertainment, games, children's activities, free bike registration, giveaways and more. Meet first responders from the Pasadena Police Department and Fire Department, get up close and personal to a big, red fire engine and a police car and visit information booths featuring programs and services of various other City of Pasadena departments as well as community organizations. National Night Out raises crime prevention awareness and strengthens community spirit and unity.

"Hardball" (2001, PG-13) starring Keanu Reeves and Diane Lane will be shown Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 1 p.m. in the Donald R. Wright Auditorium at Central Library. As a condition of a bailout loan from a friend, an underachiever and inveterate sports gambler in Chicago must coach a corporate-sponsored Little League baseball team made up of low-income youths who live in the notorious Cabrini Green housing project. The film is based on true events.

At the next open forum of PasadenaPhotographyArts Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 7 p.m. at Armory Center for the Arts, artist and publisher Douglas Stockdale will discuss how a photography book can become an artistic object.

The summer recital of Pasadena Conservatory of Music's Adult Jazz Combo is Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in the PCM Auditorium.

Parks After Dark presents "Cars 3" (2017, G) with the voice talents of Owen Wilson and Cristela Alonzo Thursday, Aug. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Villa Parke. Lightning McQueen sets out to prove to a new generation of racers that he's still the best race car in the world. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and an alcohol-free picnic.

"Stan and Ollie" (2018, G) starring Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly will be shown Friday, Aug. 9, at 1 p.m. in the Scott Pavilion at the Pasadena Senior Center. Diminished by age, and with their golden era as the kings of Hollywood behind them, Laurel & Hardy, the world's greatest comedy team, sets out on a grueling tour of post-war Britain in an attempt to reignite their film careers. The film is based on true events. You don't have to be a member of the Pasadena Senior Center to attend, but you do have to be 50 or older.

Photo credits: County of Los Angeles, California Assemblyman Chris Holden, Michael Reyner, PBS, For the Record, Little Brazil Trio, Rick Takenaga, BBC Films, Freepik, Kidspace Children's Museum, National Association of Town Watch, pasadenaphotographyarts, Pasadena Conservatory of Music, Pixar Animation Studios, Entertainment One.