AGP Executive Report

Papal Health: Pope Leo XIV is recovering at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after surgery to remove part of his right lung; tests confirmed lung cancer, prompting prayers and well-wishes from church and world leaders. Sport: San Marino’s women’s team won silver at the U20 volleyball tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland, which qualified for the 2027 European Championship; the Faroe Islands took bronze. Humanitarian Recognition: San Marino awarded Jordanian royal adviser Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha, recognizing his work for people with disabilities and veterans, and efforts to clear landmines. Travel: San Marino citizens are exempt from the EU’s new Entry/Exit System biometric registration at Schengen borders.

Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton, already named the district’s Teacher of the Year, is among 16 educators selected for Los Angeles County’s 2026–27 Teachers of the Year. Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women won silver at a regional tournament held in Serravalle, behind Iceland and ahead of the Faroe Islands; Iceland secured a place at next year’s European championship. Arts & Culture: The Huntington hosted a discussion marking 50 years of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, with historians and community leaders reflecting on urban Indigenous leadership and the commission’s future. Humanitarian Recognition: San Marino awarded Prince Mired bin Ra’ad its Order of Saint Agatha, honoring his work supporting people with disabilities and veterans and leading Jordan’s landmine-clearance efforts.

Caltech Investigation: State Sen. Sasha Renée Pérez, whose district includes San Marino, condemned a federal probe of Caltech and eight other universities over alleged J-1 visa abuses, defending the Pasadena institute’s international research community. Huntington Music: Solo and duo musicians performed in the Huntington’s Rose Garden on Oct. 12, part of a concert series with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. Humanitarian Honor: San Marino awarded Jordanian Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha for his work supporting people with disabilities and veterans and helping make Jordan landmine-free. Native History: The Huntington hosted a panel marking the 50th anniversary of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, reflecting on its legacy and future. Local Education: San Marino High School physics teacher Scott Barton was named one of 16 educators recognized as a 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year.

Humanitarian Honor: San Marino awarded Jordanian Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha, recognizing his work supporting people with disabilities and veterans and helping make Jordan landmine-free. Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women took silver at the regional tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland, which earned a place at the 2027 European Championship. Travel Rules: San Marino citizens are exempt from the EU’s new Entry/Exit System biometric registration, alongside nationals of Andorra, Monaco and the Vatican. Arts & Culture: The Huntington in San Marino hosted Rose Garden musicians and a panel marking 50 years of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission. Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton was named one of 16 educators selected as a 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year.

School Measures: Los Angeles County voters will decide on bond measures for 14 school districts in November, funding proposed for campus repairs, safety and programs; some ballots also include school-board term limits. Pasadena Culture: The Huntington hosted musicians from the Pasadena Conservatory in its Rose Garden on Monday, part of a series featuring solo and duo performances. Indigenous Heritage: The Huntington also marked the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission’s 50th anniversary with a panel on its history and future. San Marino Honors: The republic awarded Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha for his humanitarian work supporting people with disabilities and veterans, and efforts to clear Jordan of landmines. Local Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton was named among 16 educators selected as 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year. Community Sport: San Marino’s women’s volleyball team won silver at the U20 zonal tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland and ahead of the Faroe Islands.

Huntington Arts: The Huntington in San Marino hosts live solo and duo performances in its Rose Garden on Monday, Oct. 12, from 1 to 3 p.m., in partnership with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. Indigenous Heritage: Also on Monday, the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission marks its 50th anniversary at The Huntington with a panel on urban Indian leadership and the commission’s future. San Marino Honor: The Republic of San Marino awarded Jordan’s Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha, recognizing his humanitarian work for people with disabilities and veterans and his efforts to clear Jordan of landmines. Local Education: San Marino High School physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 educators in the 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year. Volleyball: San Marino’s women took silver at the SCA U20 tournament in Serravalle; Iceland won gold and qualified for the 2027 European Championship. Travel: Sammarinese citizens are among nationals of four microstates exempt from the EU’s biometric border registration system.

Arts & Heritage: The Huntington in San Marino hosts two events on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Oct. 12: a panel marking the 50th anniversary of the L.A. City/County Native American Indian Commission, and live music in its Rose Garden from 1 to 3 p.m. Humanitarian Honors: San Marino awarded Jordan’s Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha for his work supporting people with disabilities and veterans and helping make Jordan landmine-free. Local Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 educators in the 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year. Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women took silver at a regional tournament in Serravalle; Iceland won gold and qualified for the 2027 European Championship. Travel: San Marino citizens are exempt from biometric registration under the EU’s Entry/Exit System for short stays in the Schengen area.

Arts & Culture: The Huntington’s Music in the Rose Garden brings solo and duo musicians to San Marino on Monday, Oct. 12, in a series with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. The Huntington will also host a panel marking 50 years of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, exploring its history and future. Community Honors: San Marino awarded Jordanian humanitarian Prince Mired bin Ra’ad the Order of Saint Agatha for his work supporting people with disabilities and veterans and helping make Jordan landmine-free. Around Pasadena: Sunday picks include the Rose Bowl Flea Market, a wildlife walk at Mountain View Cemetery and special engineering tours at Mt. Wilson Observatory. Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton was named one of 16 educators in the 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year cohort. Local Sports: San Marino’s women’s volleyball team took silver at the U20 zonal tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland, which qualified for the 2027 European Championship.

Weekend Outings: Pasadena’s weekend guide features the Race for the Rescues at the Rose Bowl, free courtyard fitness, the farmers market and fall tai chi at The Huntington. Travel Rules: San Marino passport holders are exempt from biometric registration under the EU’s new border system. U.S. Asylum: A new immigration ruling names San Marino nationals among those generally presumed ineligible for discretionary asylum, except in extraordinary circumstances. Arts & Heritage: The Huntington will host an Oct. 12 panel marking 50 years of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, with Indigenous leaders and historians discussing its legacy and future. Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year. Volleyball: San Marino took silver at the SCA U20 women’s tournament in Serravalle; Iceland won gold and qualified for the 2027 European Championship.

Travel: San Marino citizens are exempt from biometric registration under the EU’s Entry/Exit System, alongside nationals of Andorra, Monaco and the Vatican. Most non-EU visitors to the Schengen area must provide fingerprints and a facial image. Local Culture: The Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission marks its 50th anniversary with a panel at The Huntington on Oct. 12, Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Historians and community members will reflect on its legacy and future. Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year for 2026–27, after earning the district’s top honor. Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women won silver at a zonal tournament in Serravalle. Iceland took gold and qualified for the 2027 European Championship; the Faroe Islands claimed bronze. Coming Up: The Huntington will showcase an archive on Southern California’s postwar UFO movement at its Strange Science event on Oct. 30–31.

Indigenous History: The Huntington will host a panel on Oct. 12 marking 50 years of the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission, reflecting on its legacy of urban Indigenous leadership and future. Halloween Arts: “Hospital of Emotions After Dark” brings after-hours performances and a creepy basement experience to an immersive art show in downtown L.A. Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year. Local Volleyball: San Marino took silver at the SCA U20 women’s tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland, which qualified for the 2027 European championship. Huntington Archive: A collection on the Integratron and Southern California’s UFO history will feature at the Huntington’s Strange Science event on Oct. 30–31.

Indigenous Heritage: The Huntington will mark the Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission’s 50th anniversary on Oct. 12 with a panel on its history and future, drawing on archives and community stories. Local Arts: The Huntington has also acquired a collection on UFO contactee George Van Tassel and the Integratron; a first look is planned at its Strange Science event on Oct. 30–31. In Los Angeles, the immersive “Hospital of Emotions” adds an after-dark Halloween show, including a creepy basement experience. Education: San Marino High School physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year for 2026–27. Community Sport: San Marino’s U20 women’s volleyball team took silver at the zonal tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland, which qualified for the 2027 European Championship. Rose Bowl: The Legacy Foundation named three new directors and five advisory board members as it works to preserve the historic stadium.

Education: San Marino High physics teacher Scott Barton has been named one of 16 educators in the 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year program, recognizing his engaging lessons and close relationships with students. Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women took silver at the zonal tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland and ahead of the Faroe Islands; Iceland’s win secured a place at the 2027 European Championship. Local Heritage: The Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation has added three directors and five advisory board members as it works to preserve and enhance the historic stadium. Culture: The Huntington in San Marino will present a newly acquired archive on the Integratron and Southern California’s postwar UFO movement at its Oct. 30–31 Strange Science event.

Volleyball: San Marino’s U20 women took silver at the zonal tournament in Serravalle, behind Iceland and ahead of the Faroe Islands. Iceland’s win secured a place at the 2027 European Championship. Rose Bowl: The Legacy Foundation added three directors and five advisers as it continues work to preserve and enhance the historic stadium. Local Culture: The Huntington in San Marino will showcase an archive on the Integratron and Southern California’s UFO history at its Oct. 30–31 Strange Science event. Rose Court: Seven local students were named to the 2027 Rose Court, each receiving a $7,500 scholarship as they prepare to represent the Tournament of Roses. Art: “Our Empire,” featuring Inland Empire scenes by Redlands artists Marcus Mercado and James McClung, is on view at The Cheech in Riverside.

Arts & History: The Huntington in San Marino has acquired an archive on the Integratron and Southern California’s postwar UFO movement. A first look is set for its Strange Science event on Oct. 30–31. Community: Seven San Gabriel Valley students have been named to the 2027 Rose Court. Each receives a $7,500 scholarship and will take part in the Rose Parade on Jan. 1. Faith & Advocacy: Jewish, Christian and Muslim leaders joined a 96-mile pilgrimage from Adelanto to Los Angeles, calling for immigration detention centers to close. Books: A new memoir by psychotherapist Maureen B. Roberts recounts vivid dreams featuring Ayrton Senna, including one set during the fatal crash at the San Marino Grand Prix.

Rose Court: Lucy Joyce Wendling of San Marino High School was named to the 2027 Rose Court, alongside six other local students. Each will receive a $7,500 scholarship and take part in the Rose Parade on Jan. 1. San Marino Culture: The Huntington will host an Oct. 30–31 event showcasing its new archive on George Van Tassel, the Integratron and Southern California’s postwar UFO movement. Community & Safety: Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills by Pasadena Sen. Sasha Renée Pérez: one limits high-density development in fire-scarred Altadena for three years, and the other calls for state oversight of privately operated immigration detention facilities.