Posts by Beverly Baird

Saturday, February 18 Diving legend Jean-Michel Cousteau will sign copies of his memoirs My Father, the Captain on Saturday, Feb. 18 from noon to 4 p.m. at Dive N’ Surf in Redondo Beach. The book recounts growing up with his father Jacques Cousteau, who is credited with bringing the undersea world to world wide attention…

Thursday, February 16 “The Barbarian Nurseries” is a modern socialnovel set in Los Angeles and Orange County. Reminiscent of T.C. Boyle, this is a great read for book clubs.  Jjoin the staff of [pages] bookstore for a great presentation with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist and author Hector Tobar of the LA Times. . 7 p.m. 904…

Thursday, February 16 Hermosa’s Chamber of Commerce will conduct a ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 16 at The Counter on Pier Ave., in the Von’s shopping center. Complimentary appetizers and drinks will be served. For time and more information visit theCounterBurger.com/Hermosa or call 310-374-1511.

Wednesday, February 15 Doris Beaman, photographer and Garden Club member will share her photos and discuss the environmental changes affecting sea birds and marine life in the South Bay, at the monthly Hermosa Garden Club meeting at 10 a.m., Clark Building, 861 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach.  Visitors are welcome.  Free.  For information, call (310) 530-6992.

Tuesday, February 14   Paul Koudounaris discusses and signs The Empire of Death, a cultural history of Ossuaries and Charnel Houses (copies will be available for sale), and gives a slide show as well, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday (Valentine’s Day) in the Redondo Beach Public Library, second floor meeting room, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy,…

Tuesday, February 14 Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to Redondo Main Library’s Un-Valentine’s Day party featuring un-heart cookie decorating, un-love letters and Mad Libs. No registration required. 3:30-4:30 p.m. For more information, contact the Teen & Adult Information Desk. Main Library 2nd floor Conference Room. 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy.

Monday, February 13 Pages bookstore in Manhattan Beach hosts a free weekly children’s story time Mondays at 10:30 a.m. 904 Manhattan Ave. 310-318-0900.    

Sunday, February 12 Costa takes Carnegie Hall! A chance few schools, and youngsters, ever get: Mira Costa Choir has been invited to solo (!) at Carnegie Hall! An important fundraiser/send-off concert for the choir’s March trip, under the direction of Michael Hayden, begins at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium, and includes a performance of much…

Sunday, February 12 The John Hales Memorial Sand & Strand race takes place rain or shine. There will be the 2.5 and 5 mile runs plus three kids mini races. Fees are $30 for the 2.5 and 5 mile runs, $45 for both (Sand King/Sand Queen competition), and $15 for the kids’ races (race day…

Saturday, February 11 “Beautease,” a burlesque Valentine’s Show, with The Jack Hale Trio, a jazz/swing band, takes place at 7:30 p.m. at The Dive at Brixton’s, 100 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach. Includes scheduled performances by Vixen Magdelene, Scarlett O, Shayla Vie Minette, Sheila Star, Caramel Knowledge, and Madeline Sinclaire. Tickets, $12 in advance and $15…

Saturday & Sunday, February 11 & 12 South Bay Galleria has partnered with Designing Women South Bay, a women’s guild in support of Working Wardrobes, for its Second Annual Prom Clothing Drive – for “Dream Girls and Distinguished Gentlemen”. South Bay community members are encouraged to donate both women’s and men’s formal attire and accesories…

Wednesday, February 8 Lisa See Lisa See will be at {pages} to promote her latest book now out in paperback, “Dreams of Joy.” Pages bookstore is offering a casual box lunch which you can pre-order by calling or emailing the store with your order. This is your chance to experience the rare treat of hearing…