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Winter Bloom Market & Gathering: Altadena’s Black Saturday & Sunday — A Celebration of Healing, Art, and Community
When a community is tested by tragedy, its response becomes its legacy. After the Eaton Fire ravaged Altadena—destroying more than 9,400 structures , taking 17 precious lives , and leaving thousands displaced—our foothill community refused to fall apart. Instead, Altadena did what Altadena always does: We came together.We rebuilt from the inside out.We chose connection, creativity, and compassion. This November, that spirit blooms into something beautiful. ❄️ Introducing the

MADE IN DENA
Nov 244 min read


⛳ The 9th Annual Birdie Tussle: Pasadena Pride on the Greens
Every fall, Pasadena’s greatest rivalry writes a new chapter — not under Friday night lights, but beneath the early morning sun on the lush greens of Brookside Golf & Country Club . On Thursday, October 30, 2025 , the 9th Annual Birdie Tussle Golf Tournament brings together alumni, educators, and community leaders from both Pasadena High School and John Muir High School for a day that blends competition, camaraderie, and community. Though these two schools have gone head-t

MADE IN DENA
Oct 264 min read


🏈 Pasadena Bulldogs Shine Under the Lights at SoFi Stadium
Bulldogs Bite Back: Pasadena Holds Off Crescenta Valley for 27-21 SoFi Win

MADE IN DENA
Oct 193 min read


MADE IN DENA • October Pop-Ups & New Partnership Announcements
Hey DENA Family, October is going to be a big month for MADE IN DENA , and we want you to be the first to know all the places you can...

MADE IN DENA
Oct 21 min read


Eaton Fire Recovery: 8 Months Later, Here’s How to Get Real Help
Firefighters work inside a burned structure while battling the Eaton Fire, Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, in Altadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Nic...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 183 min read


🌹 Pasadena’s Own: MY FIRST HUSTLE On Sale Now
🌹 SPECIAL OFFER — LIMITED TIME ONLY! 🌹 Jason Hardin’s inspiring children’s book, MY FIRST HUSTLE: Little Jojo Becomes a Boss , is now...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 181 min read


Where Pasadena Shops Streetwear: Vintage Finds, Boutiques, and MADE IN DENA
The Buffalo Exchange opens in Pasadena, CA Pasadena is more than Rose Parade floats and college football—it’s a city with a pulse, a...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 163 min read


Remembering Lavell “TJ” Sanders Jr.: A Life of Love, Legacy, and Lasting Impact
Lavell "TJ" Sanders Jr. The Pasadena and Altadena communities are mourning the loss of one of our own, Lavell “TJ” Sanders Jr. , who...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 144 min read


MADE IN DENA Celebrates a Major Milestone: 300 Products Strong & Still Growing
MADE IN DENA releases new "NORTH OF THE ROSE" T-Shirt to mark their 300th product listed on their official website, www.madeindena.com...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 112 min read


Step Into Culture: Pasadena ARTWalk and the Spirit of MADE IN DENA
A vibrant scene from a past Pasadena ARTWalk, showing festival-goers walking among artist booths in a tree-lined street setting—perfectly...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 92 min read


A Historic Home, a Legendary Family, and a Banner of Hope: Honoring the Stewarts of Pasadena
If you’ve ever driven north up Los Robles Avenue during the holidays—especially past the intersection of Los Robles and Villa—you’ve likely hit the brakes, rolled down your window, and taken in the electric glow of a home transformed into a winter wonderland. That home, a glowing beacon of joy every December, belongs to the Stewart family, a Black generational family that has been living, thriving, and pouring love into Pasadena for decades.

MADE IN DENA
Jul 173 min read


Reclaiming Our Blocks: What the Lake & Villa Redevelopment Means for DENA
Reclaiming Our Blocks: What the Lake & Villa Redevelopment Means for DENA

Jason Hardin
Jun 42 min read


The Village Comes Together In Amazing Way for Community, Culture, & Healing
Rhythms Of The Village rock the stage in front of a packed crowd at their annual Spring Festival on John Muir High School in wake of...

MADE IN DENA
May 272 min read


The Man Behind MADE IN DENA: How One Local Story Sparked a Movement
In Pasadena, a city most known for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl, there’s another kind of pride growing—a pride stitched into cotton,...

MADE IN DENA
Apr 65 min read


How Altadena & Pasadena Have United to Help Eaton Fire Victims
The Eaton Fire devastated Altadena and Pasadena, but the community has come together to provide relief, support, and hope. From grassroots e

MADE IN DENA
Feb 125 min read


Empowering Young Minds: How MY FIRST HUSTLE is Shaping the Next Generation of Resilient, Creative Leaders
A huge gap in our education system is financial literacy, particularly in underserved communities. Too often, kids grow up without understan

MADE IN DENA
Nov 5, 20244 min read


2024 Turkey Tussle Recap: Muir Clinches Victory in a Historic Rivalry at the Rose Bowl
Last night’s Turkey Tussle wasn’t just a game—it was a battle for pride, tradition, and that prized Victory Bell, a symbol that has held dee

MADE IN DENA
Nov 2, 20243 min read


Empowering the Next Generation: Introducing MY FIRST HUSTLE by Jason Hardin
At MADE IN DENA, our mission has always been to uplift the Pasadena community and inspire the next generation of creators, thinkers, and lea

MADE IN DENA
Oct 8, 20242 min read


IT'S TUSSLE TIME AGAIN IN DENA!
Pasadena, it's time to hit the green for a great cause! The 8th Annual Birdie Tussle Charity Golf Tournament is back on October 31st at...

MADE IN DENA
Sep 11, 20243 min read


Threads of Change: How MADE IN DENA Is Designing a Stronger Community
In the vibrant heart of Pasadena, Altadena, and South Pasadena, MADE IN DENA emerges not just as a clothing brand, but as a beacon of...

MADE IN DENA
Feb 4, 20243 min read
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