Baywatch Community Calendar 3-28-24
Ongoing:
Through June 2024
Home in Hermosa exhibit at HB Museum
In 1977, former Hermosa Beach Mayor and founding member of the Hermosa Beach Museum Pat Gazin became critically aware of the disappearing historic homes in Hermosa, and set out to record their existence for her first book. In 2023 after the designation of the first historic residential home in Hermosa Beach, the Hermosa Beach Museum staff and volunteers took a look at this book to see how many houses remained in existence to share a new and updated edition of the remaining Castles on the Sand, and those which are now ghosts. 710 Pier Ave. Museum hours: Wed-Sun 12 – 4 p.m. Information: Hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org.
Havana Nights RHE
Ticket sales are open for the spring fundraising event Las Candalistas Havana Nights on Saturday, April 27. Party with a purpose, a fun night of giving. Live Auction, which will include a stay in Havana plus more Bucket List Trips and Amazing Experiences! 5:30 – 10:30 p.m. Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion, 501 Indian Peak Rd., Rolling Hills Estates. Tickets: lascandalistas.ejoinme.org/havananights. Questions? Email: lascandalistas@gmail.com.
Thursday, March 28
Coffee with Mayor Joe
Join Manhattan Beach Mayor, Joe Franklin on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month between 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. for a chat. Dunkin’ (next door to Manhattan Village Shopping Center) 1100 North Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach.
Scholarship workshop El Camino College
This virtual workshop will introduce you to the Sallie Mae Scholarship workshop providing key tips on applying for scholarships. Information on how to create a winning scholarship essay. Open to everyone. Free. 6 – 7 p.m. Link: bit.ly/ElCaminoScholarshipWebinar. Information: elcamino.edu.
Meet & greet RB Woman’s Club
Let’s celebrate the month of Irish-American Heritage, PiDay, and St. Patrick’s Day. Beer tasting. Speed networking mixer. Bring beer or appetizers to share. 6:30 – 8 p.m. RSVP on website RedondoWoman.org or email hello@RedondoWoman.org. 400 S. Broadway, Redondo Beach. Questions: (310) 316-9766.
Comedy by the slice HB
Pedones Pizza every Thursday open mic. Free stand-up comedy. 7 p.m. 1332 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. Call for details: (310) 376-0939.
Little Avalanches at {pages}
Little Avalanches is a gorgeously written memoir of breathtaking scope that propels readers from the beaches of California in the early ‘70s to the battlefields of World War II. 6:30 p.m. {pages} a bookstore, 904 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach. Tickets and information: pagesabookstore.com/book/9798888451663.
Lunch and Learn: In home safety
The Roaring 90’s Club interactive group invites you to learn about in-home safety. Free. 12 p.m. At Jeannies’ House, 412 S. Juanita, Redondo Beach. Call Lynn to sign up (310) 503-7377. Information: solutionsforseniorliving.com.
The South Bay Council of Governments General Assembly
This year’s event is “Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe for the South Bay?” learn what artificial intelligence (AI)/generative AI is and benefits and red flags for cities. The event is designed for elected officials (local and regional), city staff and city commissioners. Residents and business owners are welcome. Hear from an array of speakers and have the opportunity to engage with representatives from AI companies and get hands-on with their technologies in an interactive exhibit hall. Free. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Check in begins at 8:30 a.m. Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Juanita Millender-McDonald Community Center, 801 E. Carson St., Carson. Information: southbaycities.org/event/23rd-annual-general-assembly/.
California End-of-Life Options– In Person and via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Karen Morin, RN. Participants will learn recent updates to the Medical Aid-in-Dying law and what it means for patients in California. Morin will present ways for attendees to advocate for themselves and others to get the care and treatment that is wanted at end-of-life. Discussion will also include dialogue needed with family and clinicians and how to make sure autonomy is honored. 12 – 1:30 p.m. 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Registration: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Friday, March 29
Chemotherapy Neuropathy– via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Philip Chang, DO, assistant professor in cancer rehabilitation at Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Center at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Discussion will include the basics of chemo neuropathy including common symptoms, strategies for prevention, and treatment. 1 – 2 p.m. Registration: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Saturday, March 30
Hoppy Easter MB
Family fun at Manhattan Village Hoppy Easter. Live entertainment, face painting, arts & crafts, and meet the Easter Bunny. 12 – 2 p.m. 3200 N Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach. Information: shopmanhattanvillage.com/events.
Art, architecture & the birth of engineering Malaga Cove Library
Join structural engineer and local author Wayne Kalayjian for a fascinating discussion on art, architecture, and the origins of modern engineering. Refreshments and a chance to speak with Wayne will follow in the Art Room. Copies of Wayne’s new book, Saving Michelangelo’s Dome, will be available. 2 – 3 p.m. 2400 Vía Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. Questions: (310) 377-9584.
Holi & the Beach at Seaside Lagoon
La’s biggest festival of colors. The only outdoor color festival with food, music and colors. Bollywood celebrity DJ. Free colors. All ages welcome. 12 – 4 p.m. Seaside Lagoon, 137 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach. Tickets: holiandthebeach.com.
Dinosaurs Dynamite PV
Take your children back in time for an incredible adventure, 65 million years to be exact. Dinosaurs Dynamite takes to the stage with a live show starring all your Jurassic friends. Family friendly adventure that will take you around the world with song, dance and puppetry. 3 p.m. The Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. Box office: (310) 544-0403 x221. Information: palosverdesperformingarts.com/show-details/dinosaurs-dynamite.
Family storytime
A storytime for the whole family. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd., Torrance.
Monday, April 1
Ocean discovery MB
Learn about ocean animals with Roundhouse Aquarium. Free for kids ages 5-12 with parent or caregiver. 1:30 – 2:20 p.m. End of the Manhattan Beach Pier. Questions: (310) 546-5555.
AdventurePlex Spring Camp
At AdventurePlex, campers explore new interests and stay active with our innovative programming. Fun is guaranteed with daily themes and activities including arts and crafts, music appreciation, age-appropriate physical skills-building activities, and cooperative and imaginative games. Monday – Friday. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Ages 4 – 12. AdventurePlex, 1701 Marine Ave., Manhattan Beach. Information and registration: adventureplex.org/seasonalcamps.
Tuesday, April 2
Virtual Social Hour with BCHD Care Manager
If you have a question regarding community resources or want to learn more about Beach Cities Health District, please join! If you want to share ways you are keeping busy or are looking for advice on ways to keep busy, please join! These meetings are for all, a place to connect and feel heard. 10 – 11 a.m. Information: bchd.org/classes-workshops. Zoom Link: bchdorg.zoom.us/j/87651635014.
Wednesday, April 3
Bohannon Lecture series PV
Collaborating with the Palos Verdes Art Center, local Artist Anne Olsen Daub will discuss her sculpture and jewelry exhibit currently displayed at the Art Center. Meet the artist, learn about her art forms and techniques, and visit the exhibit after the lecture. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, #310, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Coffee social at 10:15 a.m. Open to the community. Information: pvseniors.org, (310) 377-3003.
Virtual Mindfulness Drop-In
Take 30 minutes to downshift and practice mindfulness techniques. Facilitated by an instructor from BCHD’s Center for Health and Fitness. 4 – 4:30 p.m. Information and registration: bchd.org/mindfulness.