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ummer and fall are actionpacked seasons filled with lively concerts, outdoor festivals and abundant cultural happenings. Mark your calendar for these events and activities. And be sure to check out the newest additions to Pasadena’s must-see, must-do list on your next visit.
Project Blue Boy at The Huntington Through September 30, The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens presents a rare opportunity to see The Blue Boy (1770) by English painter Thomas Gainsborough as it undergoes its first-ever major technical examination and conservation treatment—right before the public’s eyes. thehuntington.org
Set Jet on a Film Tour Pasadena has set the stage for many award-winning films and TV shows, with location credits that include “Back to the Future,” “Father of the Bride,” “The Hangover,” “The Big Bang Theory” and “Mad Men.” My Valley Pass is your set-jetting ticket to Pasadena’s cinematic riches. Their public and private guided tours are led by a passionate film buff who really knows his stuff. myvalleypass.com
Pasadena Playhouse Block Party Back by popular demand, The Playhouse Block Party will return for its second year on June 8. More than 20 performances will take place on two stages between noon and 10:00 p.m., along with a full slate of artistic activities, backstage tours, food trucks, a kids’ zone and much more family-friendly fun. pasadenaplayhouse.org
BoldPas Old Pasadena will become an interactive art canvas during the third annual BoldPas taking place June 8 from noon to 8:00 p.m. In addition to exploring the 16 temporary public art installations created by Los Angeles area artists, the public can get creative with hands-on activities and more bold, colorful surprises awaiting those who meander through the district. oldpasadena.org
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