Spotlight:
Saturday, March 15
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Everyone is Irish and the Irish are everyone at the Hermosa Beach St. Patrick’s Day parade. As it has for the past 29 years, the parade will feature nearly 100 entries, including high school marching bands, schools of Irish dancers, the LAPD Emerald Society bagpipers, truckbed bands and community leaders riding in classic cars. Hermosa Beach Chamber Person of the Year Liz Tyndorf is this year’s Grand Marshal. The parade honoree will be Travers Divine, who passed away in October. Travers co-founded the parade with Jean Schmeltzer in 1995. The parade begins at 11 a.m. at the top of Pier Avenue and ends at 8th Street and Hermosa Avenue. A concert will follow the parade on Pier Plaza, at 1 p.m., featuring The spinouts, Vaquita and The Slurkeys. Throughout the day, all ages are welcomed to participate in the Shamrock Shuffle Bingo scavenger hunt. Participants can pick up a Bingo Card at the Hermosa Beach Chamber office on 120 Pier Ave, or any of the participating businesses. The parade is sponsored by the Hermosa Beach Chamber Foundation. For more information, visit HBChamber.net.
Thursday, March 13
Green eggs and ham at Lazy Acres
St. Patrick’s day cooking for kids. Chef Arm will teach your child to make green eggs and ham sliders and Luck o’ the green hot chocolate. $45. 4 – 5:30 p.m. 2510 Pacific Coast Hwy. Register at classes.lazyacres.com/classes/hermosa-beach/.
Coin Club
Doors open at 6 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Show and Tell, Auctions, 50/50, and a raffle. More information visit baycitiescoinclub.com. Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6323 W. 80th Street, Los Angeles. All ages are welcome. Gifts for kids. Questions? Email baycitiescoinclub@hotmail.com.
Redondo Union Volleyball matches
On the north side of the Hermosa Beach Pier, Redondo Union High School will host volleyball matches versus other South Bay high schools. 2 – 5 p.m. For more information email mark@dayatthebeachevents.com.
Riviera Village Farmers Market
Farm fresh produce, fresh baked goods, juices, arts & crafts for sale, and more. 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 1801 S. Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach.
Friday, March 14
Craft Friday, Port of LA
Every Friday in March you can find a free craft in the marketplace at Crafted at the Port of Los Angeles. 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 112 E. 22nd Street, San Pedro. Questions call (415) 730-8495. More information and event schedule visit craftedportla.com.
Blues singer Chris Pierce, Grand Annex
Blues-folk singer-songwriter Chris Pierce has toured with Neil Young, and has had multiple TV soundtrack hits. Doors and Wine/Beer tastings open 1 hour before showtime. Showtime 8 p.m. Tickets: grandvision.org/event/chris-pierce-2/. Grand Annex Music Hall, 434 W. 6th Street, San Pedro.
South Bay Chamber concert
The SAKARU Cello Quintet, Stella Cho, Michael Kaufman, Yoshika Masuda, Zachary Mowitz, and Peter Myers, perform works by Fauré and Debussy, and a selection of Madrigals. 8 p.m. Recital Hall of the Music Department at Los Angeles Harbor College, 1111 Figueroa Place, Wilmington, north end of campus. The concert will repeat at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, at the Pacific Unitarian Church, 5621 Montemalaga Dr., Rancho Palos Verdes. Directions and parking information can be found on sbcms.net/directions.
Saturday, March 15
SBBC/ET surf contest, El Porto
The Surf Rodeo presented by ET Surfboards and South Bay Boardriders Club. 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. 100 42nd Street, El Porto, Manhattan Beach. If you have any trouble during registration, send an email to admin@southbayboardriders.com. Sign up at southbayboardriders.org/surf-series/.
Celebrity Lecture series, Western Museum of Flight
Birth of the F-35 Lightning II with Scott Krambect Captain USN (Retired). This exceptional aircraft built to serve the combat needs of Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps forces, is the product of a joint effort, led by Lockheed Martin with major participation with Northrop Grumman and British Aerospace with contributions from several other companies and countries. Scott will share the fascinating story of the conceptualization, development, and deployment of this versatile aircraft. 11 a.m. 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance. Museum members free, non-members $15. RSVP: wmof.com or call (310) 326-9544.
Family Art workshop, Angels Gate
Art workshops for kids and adults, ages 1 to 101, every third Saturday of the month. 1 -2:30 p.m. Meet your teacher in Building A’s Gallery then walk over to the Rorke Classroom in G together. Questions? Email tess@angelsgateart.org & marissa@angelsgateart.org. RSVP: eventbrite.com/cc/arts-programs-for-youth-and-families-1871689. Angel Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey Street, San Pedro. Free. All materials are provided.
John Kraus & The Goers, Grand Anex
Captain John and his band play vintage sea shanties and nautical tunes with pirate-rock swagger. Doors and wine/beer tastings open 1 hour before showtime. Showtime 8 p.m. Grand Annex Music Hall, 434 W. 6th Street, San Pedro. Tickets: grandvision.org/event/john-kraus-the-goers.
Torrance Craftsmen’s Guild Crafts Faire
The Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Faire with all handmade artisan crafts. Door prizes, opportunity drawing, See’s Candy and refreshments. Music by DJ Ozzie, and free parking and admission. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Ken Miller Recreation Center, 3341 Torrance Blvd., Torrance.
Life painting and drawing, Angels Gate
Saturday Morning Life Painting and Drawing is an uninstructed art open co-op availing artists of all levels an opportunity to paint or draw from a live model. $20/session. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. RSVP: angelsgateart.org/calendar. Angel Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey Street, San Pedro.
Koni Choi, Chamber Orchestra
An afternoon of beautiful music with Koni Choi on the harp. 4 p.m. Riviera United Methodist Church, 375 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach. Single tickets are $59/$64 after 3/11. Tickets: mycosb.com or call (310) 502-9934.
Art of the Peninsula closing reception, PV Pen Library
Thirty local artists from the Artists’ Studio closing reception. Meet the artists. At 2:30 p.m. there will be featured speaker, Don Crocker, who will give a presentation on the challenges of Palos Verdes. 2 – 5 p.m. 701 Silver Spur Rd., Rolling Hills. More information at taspv.com.
Sunday, March 16
SoCal Beach Foundation Volleyball tournament
On the north side of the Hermosa Pier, The SoCal Beach Foundation will host adult beach volleyball tournaments. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information visit socalbeachfoundation.com.
Crochet Scrunchie workshop, The Artist Mill
Additional class on Tuesday, March 18. Discover the art of crochet with Arielle Walker in this beginner-friendly workshop where you will learn right and left hand techniques to create fun, stylish and versatile crocheted hair scrunchies. Learn a variety of simple crochet stitches including slip knot, single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch, and chain stitch. Materials provided. Appropriate for ages 16+. $35 per person. 1 – 2:30 p.m. The Artist Mill, 1138 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach. To RSVP, more information and a list of future classes visit: theartistmill.com.
Monday, March 17
Baby Shower, RB Woman’s Club
Help the Redondo Beach Woman’s Club collect items for mothers to be distributed to those in need by the Camp Pendleton Warrior Warehouse. Diapers, strollers, clothes, blankets, wipes, towels, and more. 10 a.m. Social hour. 11 a.m. Business meeting, 12 p.m. Lunch and Baby Shower. $20-$30 sliding scale. 400 S. Broadway, Redondo Beach For more information and to RSVP before 3/13. RSVP: Redondowoman.org.
MB Spring & Summer Camp registration
The Manhattan Beach 2025 activity registration begins today for nonresidents. Four easy ways to register online starting at 6 a.m. To view the most current activities offered visit manhattanbeach.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/manhappenings. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or email mbparksandrec@manhattanbeach.gov.
Tuesday, March 18
Coloring and conversation, N. Torrance Library
Adults are invited to create, relax, and socialize while learning about art movements throughout history. 11 a.m. North Torrance Library, 3604 Artesia Blvd., Torrance.
Wednesday, March 19
Spring flavors around the world, Lazy Acres
Chef Ginger will teach you the taste from Italy with delicious home-made pasta primavera, spring pea & mint soup, and very cherry Italian shaved ice. $65. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 2510 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Register at classes.lazyacres.com/classes/hermosa-beach/.
The Lupid Love story, TMMC
The good, the bad, and the ugly fat. Learn all about Lipids. In person or via zoom. 5:30 p.m. Information booths, and free health screening opportunities. 6:30 p.m. lecture. Hoffman Conference Center, 3315 Medical Center Drive. Zoom link: tmmc.zoom.us/my/miracleofliving. Registration is not required. Free for the community.
NAMI South Bay Rally, Mychal’s Cafe
Show your support for mental health awareness and advocacy. Enjoy light bites, fun giveaways, and great company while learning how you can get involved. Whether you walk, sponsor, form a team, or volunteer, there’s a place for everyone. Can’t attend in person? Virtual teams are welcome too. RSVP to save your spot at tinyurl.com/ms8h8whp. 5 – 7 p.m. Mychal’s Cafe, 2302 Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach. Questions? Contact Grace Leung at gleung@namiglac.org.
Upcoming:
Collected Treasures, PV Art Center
Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and Sunday, March 23, 1 – 3 p.m. Join The Circle at their signature annual fundraising event supporting the Palos Verdes Art Center. Discover unique treasures and support local arts education. Free admission. Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. More details at thecirclepvac.org.
