Baywatch Community Calendar 11-28-24
Spotlight:
Sunday, December 1
Joanna Medawar Nachef Singers
The celebrated Joanna Medawar Nachef Singers will celebrate the Christmas season with holiday favorites, and a traditional carol sing-along at 7 p.m. James R. Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Tickets: $35 General Admission. $25 Senior/Student. $10 Children ages 4 – 12. Box Office: (310) 781-7171. Tickets Online: jmnsingers.com.
Thursday, November 28
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving at El Pollo Inka for anyone in need
17th Annual Thanksgiving Celebration at El Pollo Inka Gardena. Free meal for anyone in need. Register: cityofgardena.org/events, click on Human Services Programs, and select seating time. 12 – 3 p.m. 1425 W. Artesia Blvd., Gardena.
Thanksgiving Day Beach QiGong + Soundbath
Start your Thanksgiving weekend in gratitude with a very special donation-based Qi Gong with Crystal Alchemy Soundbath on the beach with Gwen Alyssa Gaydos. Qigong is a traditional Chinese mind-body-spirit practice that uses breathing, movement, and focused intent to improve health. 9 – 10:15 a.m. Avenue E and the Esplanade, Redondo Beach. Bring a yoga mat or blanket to lie on and blankets and layers to cover up with. Hat and eyemasks are also recommended. RSVP: Eventbrite.com.
Friday, November 29
MB Pickleball Turkey Tournament
The 4th Annual Pickleball Turkey Round Robin. Through Sunday, December 1. All skill levels welcome. Round Robins are fun, social, and competitive. Medals for winners. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Manhattan Heights Park, 1600 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Register: manhattanbeach.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/77782/1192.
Holiday Market, Cabrillo Aquarium
Hand-crafted gifts and treasures for family and friends. While you shop, sustain yourself with hand-crafted pizzas by Miller Butler, funnel cakes by Inglorious Funnels, Offset Coffee and live music. Kick off the holidays and do something good by supporting Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro.
Saturday, November 30
Wreath Making Party
Learn to select and arrange an array of botanical elements, exploring different colors, textures and shapes to bring your vision to life. Take pride in your handcrafted wreath, a unique piece that can grace your front door, serve as home decor, or be given as a heartfelt gift to a loved one. You will have access to all of the hardware and tools necessary to build your wreath, as well as an array of plant materials to choose from.11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Estates. RSVP: southcoastbotanicgarden.org/classes.
Run for Beer 5k, Common Space Brewery
Run, walk, or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line with a cold beer. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 3411 W. El Segundo Blvd., Hawthorne. Register Breweryrunningseries.com/california. You do not need to be 21 to enjoy the event, but you must be 21 to enjoy the beer.
Kids in the Kitchen, Lazy Acres
Kids will discover the joy of baking as they create their own apple pie from scratch using fresh, organic ingredients with Chef Fernanda. $45. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Lazy Acres, 2510 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Register classes.lazyacres.com/classes/hermosa-beach.
Holiday pop-up & small business Saturday
Sun & Sea at The Point will have free photos with Santa Claus. Bring the kids for a photo and donate a toy to the toy drive. Please bring an unwrapped toy or toys for local youths in the foster program. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 850 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., El Segundo. Live music and good vibes. RSVP: thepointsb.com/sun-sea-holiday-pop-up-small-business-saturday.
Small business Saturday
Shop for holiday gifts in downtown Manhattan Beach and support small businesses. Manhattan Beach Blvd., and Manhattan Avenue. Every dollar you spend in Manhattan Beach supports not only the business community, but also City services and schools through sales tax revenue. For more entertainment details visit the events page at Downtownmanhattanbeach.com.
Sunday, December 1
Spirit of the Holidays Parade, San Pedro
Rain or Shine! Each year, this festive tradition brings families, little leagues, scouts, students, high school bands, equestrian units, and volunteers to downtown San Pedro to celebrate the holiday season and our community. More than 9,000 individuals will line the streets to view the parade. 1 – 3 p.m. The parade starts at 13th Street & Pacific Avenue and ends at 6th Street & Palos Verdes Street in downtown San Pedro. More information: sanpedrochamber.com.
Handel’s Messiah Concert, St. Cross Choir
The 1742 premiere performance of Handel’s masterpiece was designed as a charitable benefit. That first performance raised enough funds to set 143 people free from debtor’s prisons. The tradition of performing the piece for charitable causes has continued through the centuries. Free event with a free-will offering collection. A reception and a Charity Fair in Parker Hall will follow the concert. 4 p.m. 1818 Monterey Blvd., Hermosa Beach.
Mira Costa Strolling Carolers
Live holiday entertainment in downtown Manhattan Beach every weekend leading up to Christmas. The Mira Costa strolling carolers will be out bringing Christmas cheer to holiday shoppers. 12 – 3 p.m. Downtown Manhattan Beach, Highland and Manhattan Beach Blvd. For a schedule of events visit downtownmanhattanbeach.com.
SUPA Holiday Carnival at Mychals
Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) holiday Carnival for all ages and abilities. All are welcome. 6 – 9 p.m. Mychals Learning Place, 4901 W. Rosecrans Ave., Hawthorne. Tickets $25, available on Eventbright or straightupabilities.com.
Monday, December 2
MB Village mixer Beach Cities Toy Drive
Food, fun, friends, and raffle prizes. New and unwrapped toys will be donated to the Beach Cities Toy Drive. Free admission for members with toy (new/unwrapped), $10 for members without a toy, $10 for prospective members with toy, and $20 for prospective members without a toy. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. In the open-air plaza at the Manhattan Village Shopping Center, 3200 N. Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach. More information manhattanbeachchamber.com.
Tuesday, December 3
Caregiver support Group – zoom
Are you providing care for someone else? Join Torrance Memorial caregivers support group to connect with others who understand your experiences and gain insights from those in similar situations. 12:30 – 2 p.m. Register: call (310) 517-4701 or click link: tmmc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvduuvqj8iHtBn30DiF-YcTkeqykMn7Lns.
Holiday tree lighting, Redondo Beach
Join the City of Redondo Beach’s 44th annual Holiday Music and Tree Lighting. 4:30 p.m. Civic Center, 415 Diamond Street, Redondo Beach.
Wednesday, December 4
Hermosa Chamber Holiday Party
Food, drinks, Santa, photos, games and fun. Chamber and foundation members, City representatives, community leaders, residents, non-residents, all are invited. Raffling off BeachLife Festival tickets. Attire is festive and semi formal. $55 chamber & foundation members, $75 non-members. 6 – 9 p.m. Underground Pub & Grill, 1332 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach. Tickets: hbchamber.net.
Torrance Antique Street Faire
Over 200 vendors with antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, jewelry, vinyl, furniture, tasty treats, arts and crafts and home decor. Live music and DJ Ozzie in the park. Free admission and pet friendly. Join the hunt for vintage treasures from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. El Prado and Sartori Ave., Torrance. For information call (310) 328-6107.
Bitchin’ Blingo, Saint Rocke
Multiple rounds of blingo with Kevin & Corboy, fun classics to dance too, cool prizes and wild antics from the hosts. 21+only. Free. 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. RSVP: saintrocke.com/event/. Questions? Call (310) 374-2505.
Healthy Holiday Appetizers, Lazy Acres
Learn to lighten up your holiday gatherings with healthy appetizers that don’t skimp on flavor with Chef Dianne. $65. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 2510 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Register classes.lazyacres.com/classes/hermosa-beach.
Beach Cities Toy Drive organizers (center, left to right) Ken Pagliaro, Sandy Rohrbach, JR Reviczky, Pete Tucker and Sam Edgerton are flanked by Manhattan Beach and LA County/Hermosa Beach firefighters for the launch of the 32nd annual Beach Cities Toy Drive, on Saturday at the Hermosa Beach Civic Center.
Beach Cities Toy Drive unwraps 32nd annual charity collection
Unwrapped toys left in Beach City Toy Drive bins at the Hermosa and Manhattan Beach fire and police stations will be distributed to local charities, including the Richstone Family Center, St. Cross 1736 Crisis Center, the Salvation Army and the Harbor UCLA Child Crisis Center.
Hermosa Cyclery donates two dozen bicycles each year in memory of their founder Harold “Schu” Schumaker. The Hermosa Chamber donates toys it collects as admission to its annual holiday mixer.
The Beach Cities Toy Drive gift wrapping part is Saturday, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. ‘til the toys are wrapped at the Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. If possible, bring scissors, tape and wrapping paper. For more information email BeachCitiesToyDrive@gmail.com. ER