To liven things up for Fall and upcoming holidays we’re ushering in a new segment on the blog, Ms. Madison Styles Your Weekend, where every Friday we introduce you to special events and happenings in and around Pasadena and Los Angeles. Whether you’re into food, music, culture, fashion or art, we’ll be sure to find the cream of the crop to share with you. Here’s our very first post on how you should be styling your weekend. Have a beautiful one, from all of us at On Madison.
States of Mind: Picasso Lithographs 1945-1960 Opening night at the Norton Simon Museum Friday October 14 until Feb 13, 2017
Pulling from the Norton Simon’s vast collection of over 700 Picasso prints (one of the largest collections in the world) States of Mind follows Picasso’s exploration of the malleable nature of lithographs and the print-making process. You’ll be able to catch this show until February, but watch for special lectures and drawing events based on the show as well.
Alton Brown: Everyday Cook book signing at Vroman’s Pasadena Friday October 14, 2016
Meet the Alton Brown of Iron Chef America and Food Network Fame at Vroman’s Pasadena as he discusses his new book featuring his unique blend of science, food, and humor for the every day cook. Sure to be a staple in your kitchen, Alton says: “This is the food I cook and eat on a day-to-day basis, from morning to late at night and everywhere in-between.” Featured favorites include lacquered bacon, the Bad-Day Bitter Martini, savory Greek yogurt dip, open sesame noodles, and 100 other recipes.
Pasadena Octoberfest Saturday October 15, 2016
Hosted by Motley Brews and Sam Adams, Pasadena’s Octoberfest is a great way to spend Saturday for all the craft beer lovers out there. Featuring over 50 of the country’s top breweries (including 30 incredibly rare Sam Adams brews), live music, and food trucks with craft beer inspired pairings. Proceeds benefit the Cancer for College Foundation. Tickets here.
PMCA Block Printing Workshop Saturday October 15, 2016
Join local lino cut artist Dave Lefner for a relief-making workshop at the Pasadena Museum of California Art and go home with your very own single-color print at the end of the day. See Dave’s incredible work and his art process in this feature from KCET. Photos via Skidmore Contemporary Art and Probably Prints.
The Treehouse Music and Film Festival Saturday October 15, 2016
12pm-12am this Saturday join a list of artists, vendors, and film-makers for 12 hours of music, movies, art and interactive displays at the Ambassador Auditorium in Pasadena. See the full lineup and events on visitpasadena.com.
1st Annual Dessert Weekend in Pershing Square Downtown Los Angeles, Saturday October 15, 2016 
Got a sweet tooth? Then the 1st Annual Dessert Week LA is calling your name. Sample from over 25 of the best local dessert vendors in LA. Includes a beer garden, champagne, dessert wines, live music, games, and even a retro-throwback: the good old pie-eating contest. See updates of all the activities via Facebook.
Looking forward to sharing many more events in this new segment! Tag us #msmadisonstyles #madisonmodernblog in all of your adventures around the city or to alert us of what’s hip and happening in your hood.