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community info
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Southern California and is a beautiful place to live, and each community in the San Gabriel Valley and adjacent areas offers a unique character. Following are some links to cities, communities, schools and community groups in our area.
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CITIES & COMMUNITIES
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Alhambra. www.cityofalhambra.org
Located eight miles east of Los Angeles, Alhambra is often referred to as the "Gateway to the San Gabriel Valley." The City's population consists of a wide range of ethnic groups and many businesses in and around Alhambra have ties to international commerce.
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Altadena. www.altadenatowncouncil.org
Altadena is an unincorporated community in Los Angeles County located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains north of Pasadena, occupying the northernmost portion of the old Rancho San Pascual.
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Arcadia. www.ci.arcadia.ca.us
Arcadia is known for beautiful neighborhoods, warm character and a "community of homes" atmosphere. An upper-middle class community of approximately 54,000 people, Arcadia is approximately an 11.2 square mile area located 20 miles east of Los Angeles.
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Burbank. www.ci.burbank.ca.us
Burbank is known as the "Media Capital of the World." Over the last several years, the city has experienced a significant amount of business growth. Amidst all of this growth, Burbank maintains its small town atmosphere while consistently providing a high level of public services to its residents and businesses.
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Claremont.www.ci.claremont.ca.us
Located 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, Claremont is best known for its tree-lined streets, historic buildings, and college campuses.
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Covina. www.ci.covina.ca.us
A seven square mile city of nearly 48,000 residents located in the eastern San Gabriel Valley about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles.
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Duarte. www.accessduarte.com
The City of Duarte is a small progressive community located at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, approximately 21 miles northeast of Los Angeles. Duarte is a richly diverse community of stable neighborhoods and friendly neighbors and is home to the City of Hope Medical Center.
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El Monte. www.ci.el-monte.ca.us
Located approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, El Monte is the hub of the San Gabriel Valley, where two major freeways - Interstates 605 and 10 - intersect and is the ninth largest city in Los Angeles County with a population of approximately 120,000.
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Glendale. www.ci.glendale.ca.us
The City of Glendale is divided into 34 neighborhoods, each with a unique history and character. Brand Boulevard is Glendale's downtown "Main Street." Traditional neighborhood centers such as Montrose, Kenneth Village, and Adams Square are also thriving, and there is a growing appreciation of historic landmarks and residential architecture.
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Glendora. www.ci.glendora.ca.us
Nestled in the foothills of the picturesque San Gabriel Mountains, Glendora is only 27 miles from Los Angeles. Glendora is an upscale suburban city of more than 53,700 people who cherish small-town living and traditional American values.
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La Cañada Flintridge. www.lacanadaflintridge.com
Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the City of La Canada Flintridge is a unique and beautiful place to live, work and recreate. Twenty minutes from downtown Los Angeles, LCF maintains a small-town atmosphere.
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La Verne. www.ci.la-verne.ca.us
Founded in 1887 and incorporated in 1906, La Verne retains its historic charm while being only a short drive from metropolitan Los Angeles and Orange County.
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Monrovia. www.ci.monrovia.ca.us
The City of Monrovia is located in the San Gabriel Valley approximately 15 miles Northeast of downtown LA. Monrovia has a small-town charm with historic neighborhoods and Old Town commercial core but is also home to many corporations and high tech companies.
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Monterey Park. www.ci.monterey-park.ca.us
The City of Monterey Park is a primarily residential community located in the San Gabriel Valley, just east of Los Angeles. It is conveniently located adjacent to three major freeways that provide north-south and east-west access to all of Southern California - bounded on the west by the Long Beach Freeway (710), on the north by the San Bernardino Freeway (Interstate 10), and the south by the Pomona Freeway (State Highway 60).
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Pasadena. ww.ci.pasadena.ca.us
Pasadena is a community rich in diversity, historic architecture, arts, entertainment, dining, shopping and economic opportunities. With a population of 134,000, Pasadena is the main population and cultural center of the San Gabriel Valley.
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San Dimas. www.cityofsandimas.com
A residential city of around 35,000 residents in the eastern San Gabriel Valley at the convergance of the 210 and 57 freeways.
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San Gabriel. www.sangabrielcity.com
A diverse city of more than 40,000 residents, the rich history of the City of San Gabriel dates back to 1771 with the founding of the Mission San Gabriel Archangel. The city is also home to the historic San Gabriel Civic Auditorium.
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San Marino. www.ci.san-marino.ca.us
Incorporated in 1913, the City founders designed San Marino to be uniquely residential with expansive properties surrounded by beautiful gardens, wide streets and well maintained parkways. San Marino is home to the world famous Huntington Library.
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Sierra Madre. www.cityofsierramadre.com
Sierra Madre is a unique small village within the Los Angeles area. Just east of Pasadena and situated at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, Sierra Madre is known for its small town atmosphere and local events, including the Wistaria Festival which celebrates the world's largest blooming plant.
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South Pasadena. www.ci.south-pasadena.ca.us
South Pasadena currently encompasses 3.44 square miles, with a population of approximately 25,000. Centrally located in the West San Gabriel Valley, South Pasadena is known for its tree-lined streets, historic California Craftsman-style homes, unique small businesses and its outstanding public schools.
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Temple City. www.ci.temple-city.ca.us
A city of 33,377 residents and 4 square miles in size, Temple City is located south east of Pasadena. Temple City celebrates its Camellia Festival each winter.
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COMMUNITY GROUPS.
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Pasadena Education Network www.penfamilies.org
PEN is made of up families of preschool-aged children in Pasadena/Altadena/Sierra Madre who are optimistic, open, and motivated to learn more about the Pasadena Unified School District, to explore the school choices available within PUSD, and to encourage others to do so as well.
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SCHOOLS.
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Private Schools.
A partial list of local private schools.
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Colleges.
A partial list of local colleges.
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