Sunday, June 1, 2025

Fire Recovery Event Today Offers Up Resources, Trade Show For Rebuilding Efforts

DENA Home Market returns Sunday with free goods, contractor connections for Altadena, Pasadena residents

Fire-affected residents of Altadena, Pasadena and Sierra Madre can access free essential goods and connect with rebuilding professionals Sunday at the DENA Home Market Summer Fest and Rebuild Trade Show.

The event runs from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Day One, located at 175 North Euclid Avenue in Pasadena. Free tickets are available at bit.ly/denahomemarket for adults, teens and children.

Organized by Day One, the monthly recovery event targets communities impacted by the Eaton Fire.

The event features two main components. A Summer Festival in the Day One Yard from 1-4 p.m. includes a free shopping boutique, summer giveaways, financial assistance, recovery resources, live music, food trucks, teen lounge, kids’ corner and Zen lounge.

The Rebuild Trade Show at nearby All Saints Church runs from 2-5 p.m., allowing attendees to meet trusted builders, contractors and industry professionals for reconstruction guidance.

“Share your voice and ideas about how to reimagine and rebuild the community — not just as it was, but as it could be,” event organizers said in promotional materials.

Day One describes its mission: “We believe in building vibrant, healthy cities by advancing public health, empowering youth, and igniting change.”

The organization has hosted previous DENA Home Market events on March 30 and April 27. Services include information on lot sales, reverse mortgages, permits, contractors, architects and free legal counseling.

“This event brings the community together for resources, support, and connection,” Day One stated.

Recovery efforts continue across fire-damaged areas. Los Angeles County officials report over 5,000 properties, representing 88% of fire-damaged sites, have been cleared of debris as of late May.

However, rebuilding progress remains slow. As of mid-April, only one rebuild permit had been issued in Altadena, compared to 19 permits in Pacific Palisades.