The locals turn each other to build up more – Pasadena now

When the Eaton fire swept through the communities of the Altadena and Pasadena in January, it not only destroyed houses – it changed how local organizations think about disaster restoration. On Sunday, the first day, a community brunch organizes the survivors of fire for the design of solutions for the reconstruction of stronger and more sustainable.

The resilience studio brunch, which on September 28 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first day in the lawn 55 N. Euclid Ave. Runs in Pasadena, fire -independent families offers practical workshops in sustainable sources of life.

The free, family-friendly event offers five workshop stations, including bicycle repairs, composting, clean cooking demonstrations, raingente and wildly living landscape design as well as activities of the bird house and the spread of seedlings by Crop Swap La.

A panel discussion about sustainable reconstruction practices and guidelines of the Zero zone complement the practical activities.

“The vision of resilience studio actually started with a hub in which people can learn about sustainability,” said Nancy Verdin, director of environmental education and commitment on the first day. “However, we expanded this after January … so that we support families and see at the same time where we can fit into this vision.”

The 38-year-old non-profit organization of the municipality, which focuses on the further development of public health, strengthening youth and improvement in climate protection, has already distributed over 300 motorcycles on fire-equipped families, whereby the mechanics on site offer tune-ups during the event.

A licensed art therapist leads the participants in painting birdhouses as symbols of the reconstruction of hope.

These practical offers reflect a deeper philosophy that is shaped on the day an employee who was directly affected by the fires.

According to Verdin, the event developed to the employees from day one, some of whom were “directly … directly affected”.

“You really helped to shape what you think they are part of the event,” said Verdin. “As a director, I hear them: What do we need? What are we missing? Where are my blind spots?”

This community approach, which is supported by Lisa Odigie, communication and anti-postponement program director, which is supported by Lisa Odigie, extends to concerns about gentrification and displacement as the reconstruction of neighborhoods.

“How can we keep our residents able to rebuild sustainable solutions in the area in the areas? We say we don't have all solutions, but only the conversation,” said Verdin. “This is definitely the space to offer alternative solutions – sustainability does not have to be that great. It is very tangible and there are different ways that we can be part of it.”

The brunch on Sunday serves as a prelude to the larger fire collaboration, which is to be opened on October 7th.

In this extended space, several non-profit organizations are housed and a one-stop resource center is created, in which the reconstruction of families does not have to visit several offices during recovery. As part of the 2025 legacy project by Greenbuild, the resilience studio of Day One is a scalable model for the community-centered disaster recovery for sustainable recovery.

Registration is “very encouraged” to ensure adequate food and resources, although walk -in are welcome.

The guests are asked to avoid clothing with large or visible logos, since the event is filmed and photographed.

You can find more information here.

Sunday, September 28th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., day of the lawn 175 N. Euclid Ave., Pasadena. Further calls (626) 429-5253 or visit bit.ly/studibrunch. Free.