Community to Gather for Mariposa Night: Healing Through Storytelling

Local residents will come together this summer for Mariposa Night, a free storytelling event designed to heal and reconnect the community in the wake of the devastating Eaton Fire. Produced by Leadership Pasadena, the event will be held at Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium on Saturday, July 12, providing a powerful platform for residents to share their experiences of resilience and hope.

Organizers said the event draws inspiration from famed seismologist Dr. Lucy Jones, who advocates for sustained community gatherings as a vital part of disaster recovery.

“We need to hold concerts and events, not just for the next three months but for the next three years, so that this remains a place that you want to be in,” Dr. Jones is quoted as saying.

Mariposa Night embodies this philosophy, offering an evening of collective care and connection.

The event will feature personal narratives from residents and workers impacted by the fires, with storytellers focusing not on loss, but on the enduring spirit of their lives, families, and hopes.

Before the main program, attendees can enjoy a pre-show gathering on the Beckman Lawn, featuring Altadena-based food trucks, live performances by local musicians, and informational tables hosted by local organizations.

Mariposa Night is not a fundraiser, but a moment to reconnect and stand together.

Caltech, Fire Aid, and VFW Lt Kenneth Bell Post 3208 sponsor the event.

Mariposa Night Saturday, July 12, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Beckman Auditorium, Caltech 332 S. Michigan Ave. Pasadena For more call (626) 395-2468 or visit: https://www.caltech.edu/campus-life-events/calendar/mariposa-night Tickets: Free