Community Corner
Monday Essentials: Rare Gamble House Tour, Copa Vida to Open
Here are five things to know to start your week in Pasadena.

1. In Case You Missed It: Here is some of what Pasadena Patch shared over the weekend:
Map: Obesity in L.A. County, California Up from 2001 to 2011
Must-Read Blogs of the Week: Real Estate Trends and MoreComments of the Week: "If you can't bike safely, you're unqualified to own your equipment."
2. The Gamble House’s “Upstairs, Downstairs” tours start this week so for the first time ever guests can take a rare look at former servant’s quarters. Downton Abbey fans need attend. See more information here.
3. Copa Vida, an upscale coffee and tea experience, plans to have its grand opening on Thursday, Aug. 1. See photos and more about the shop here.
4. Will this week’s weather put a damper on your plans? Check out Pasadena’s seven day forecast on the National Weather Service here.
5. Do you have an event, announcement, expertise or views on an issue to share? Share on Patch via our events calendar, boards or blogs. Just sign in to Patch first.
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