Baywatch Community Calendar 3-23-23
Spotlight:
Redondo Beach Bark in ‘D’ Park
The Friends of the Redondo Beach Dog Park is hosting the “Bark in D Park” Community Outreach Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 pm. on Sunday, March 26 at the Redondo Beach Dog Park at 190 Flagler Lane. The group is offering free vaccines for the first 50 seniors dogs. Their owners have a choice of a rabies/parvo vaccine or microchip. Only one per household. Organizers are collecting dog equipment and supplies for local animal control units, shelters and rescue groups. This includes new or gently used (and clean) leashes, collars, crates, bowls, towels, blankets, and toys. Several city agencies and nonprofits from the South Bay will provide information about their services. For more information about the fair, the dog park and volunteering with Friends of the Redondo Beach Dog Park, go to RBDogPark.com.
Ongoing:
Foster dog parents needed
Forte Animal Rescue, a long-established dog rescue non-profit, is in need of people willing to be foster parents for rescued dogs. To learn more about fostering, visit the Forte website at farescue.org, call Forte at 310-362-0321 or email info@farescue.org.
Reunion planned
West Torrance High School Class of 1973 will gather for a 50-year reunion on Aug. 26 in Redondo Beach. For details, email Joyce Wittal at jwittal@gmail.com.
Thursday, March 23
Farmers Market 90277
The Redondo Beach Certified Farmers Market is every Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Freeth Way and Veterans Park West. For more information, call (310) 372-1171, ext. 2252.
SBCCOG “Leading the way”
Manhattan Beach resident Gene Rodriquez will be the keynote speaker at The South Bay Cities Council of Governments’ 23rd annual General Assembly. The Assistant Secretary for Electricity at the U.S. Department of Energy will discuss “The South Bay: Leading the Way in Resilience and Adaptability.” The assembly is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Juanita Millender-McDonald Community Center, 801 E. Carson St., Carson. The public is welcome to attend. Continental breakfast and lunch will be served. To register and learn more, visit southbaycities.org/event/23rd-annual-general-assembly
Nutritional Meals for Liver and Eye Health
Cancer Support Community South Bay is offering this free workshop led by Lilly Padilla, a certified integrative nutrition coach, author and cancer survivor. Participants will learn to create delicious, nutritional meals to support the liver and eyes. The workshop is from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom. To join, visit cscsouthbay.org and select the online calendar. For more information, email Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Friday, March 24
March Madness expert
El Camino College women’s basketball coach Steve Shaw will speak at the South Bay Athletic Club this week on assorted subjects ranging from his team to the NCAA women’s and men’s tournaments. Shaw knows March Madness from when he played at Cal State Fullerton. The SBAC meets at noon every Friday at H.T. Grill, 1701 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach. The luncheon is open to the public. Cost is $30.
Farmers Market 90254
Hermosa Beach Rotary hosts a Certified Farmers Market every Friday, noon to 4 p.m., at 1035 Valley Drive.
Mira Costa Comedy Sportz
The Mira Costa Comedy Sportz High School League and the Mira Costa ASB will battle it out at 7 p.m. in the Small Theater on campus. $5 at the door.
“Little Me” at Community Church theater
Manhattan Beach Community Church’s 2023 spring musical is “Little Me,” a 1962 Neil Simon musical comedy that tells the rags-to-riches-to-rags-to-riches story of a young girl from the wrong side of the tracks. “Little Me” chronicles her zany path to wealth, culture, social position and love. Evening performances are March 24, March 25, March 31 and April 1 at 8 p.m. Matinees are March 26 and April 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25. 303 S. Peck Ave.
Les Miserables at RUHS
Les Misérables, presented by the Redondo Union High School Performing Arts Department, opens Friday, March 24 at the school auditorium, 1 Sea Hawk Way. The curtain goes up at 7 p.m. Additional dates: March 25, 7 p.m.; March 26, 2 p.m.; March 31, 7 p.m.; April 1, 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 from cast/crew and at the RUHS office, $15 at the door/online. For tickets and more information, go to ruhsdrama.com.
“Amélie the Musical” at ECC
El Camino College presents “Amélie the Musical” on March 17, 18, 24 and 25 at 8 p.m. and March 19 and 26 at 3 p.m. For tickets and more information, go to elcaminotickets.universitytickets.com.
Saturday, March 25
South Bay Orchid Society Spring Show & Sale
The show and sale is from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26 at the Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 W. Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. Admission: $5 (children under age 12, free). Free parking. The show features dozens of blooming orchids and award-winning entries from society members. Southern California commercial growers and vendors will be offering a unique selection of orchids and other plants, growing supplies, fertilizer, bark, designer orchid pots and more for sale. Society members will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Information: southbayorchidsociety.com/Show/index.html
Word Women: Poetry Heals
Cancer Support Community South Bay offers this free workshop led by Ja`net Danielo on the last Saturday of each month. Open to anyone who has or has had cancer, participants will use poetry to explore and process their cancer journey to move toward healing. Each month will have a different theme and no poetry writing experience is necessary. The workshop is from 11:a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Zoom. To join the workshop, visit cscsouthbay.org and select the online calendar. For more information, email Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
“Lasers I Have Loved” at RB library
Dr. Bradley Bobbs Bobbs is back by popular demand and this time, the scientist will explain lasers and electro-optical physics in a fun and understandable lecture. Free admission. The talk is from 1-3 p.m. in the second floor meeting room at the Redondo Beach Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway.
Hearts of Hermosa for the schools
The annual fundraiser for the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation is from 6-11 p.m. in the parking lot at the Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. The soiree includes an auction, dinner, drinks and dancing. Information: hbef.org/hearts-of-hermosa
“One Night in Memphis,” in PV
The tribute to legendary Sun Records recording artists Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis Presley is performed live and stars former cast members of the Broadway smash, “Million Dollar Quartet.” Over 90 minutes of authentic rockabilly, country, gospel and 1950’s rock and roll. The show is at 2 p.m. at Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. For tickets and more information, go to palosverdesperformingarts.com.
Sunday, March 26
Torrance Antique Street Faire
More than 200 sellers on Sartori, El Prado, Marcelina and Post and in the Red Car Brewery parking lot. Antique Appraisal Booth – $3 per item. Live music by The Alley Oops and special guests. Free admission and parking. Pet friendly. Open 8 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, call 310-328-6107.
Farmers Market 90277
The Riviera Village Certified Farmers Market in Redondo Beach is open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sundays. Information: rivieravillagefarmersmarket.com
Cherry Blossom Festival
The 2023 Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival is from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Columbia Park, 4045 190th St., Torrance. Free parking and shuttle service at 20420 Madrona Ave. Pan-Asian performances, unique crafts and food. Information: torranceca.gov/our-city/citywide-special-events/cherry-blossom-festival.
Museum membership meeting
The Hermosa Beach Museum will hold its annual membership meeting at 3 p.m. at a historic home on The Strand. Attendees must be members and have a ticket registration prior to the event. Register at eventbrite.com. To renew your membership, go to hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org/membership.
Tuesday, March 28
Farmers Market 90266
The Manhattan Beach Certified Farmers Market is from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Tuesday at Metlox Plaza. Information: downtownmanhattanbeach.com
Wednesday, March 29
Space history in El Segundo
Learn about the history of spaceflight from space historian and Virgin Galactic Citizen Astronaut Dee Chester. Chester’s program is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Sue Carter Community Room at the El Segundo Public Library, 111 West Mariposa Ave., El Segundo.
Thursday, March 30
RB Coffee with a Cop
Join others for conversation with Redondo Beach police officers at Neighborhood Coffee & Tea in the Redondo Beach Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 144. Officers will be there from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Opera recital at ECC
Tenor Arnold Livingston Geis will give a recital at 8 p.m. at the theater at El Camino College. Praised by “Opera Today” for his “honeyed tone on all registers,” Geis is a recent graduate of Washington National Opera’s prestigious Cafritz Young Artist Program. Tickets: elcaminotickets.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2288&p=1
Upcoming:
Surfrider South Bay re-launch
The South Bay chapter of the Surfrider Foundation will celebrate its re-launch on March 31 with a symbolic ribbon-cutting at 4 p.m. on the Manhattan Beach Pier, followed by a beach clean-up and a social from 6-8 p.m. at Shellback Tavern, 116 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Information: southbay.surfrider.org/programs/beach-cleanups
Hermosa tile at the Hermosa Museum
The Hermosa Beach Museum’s first temporary exhibit of 2023, “Proutyline Products: The Story of ‘Hermosa Tile’ & The Prouty Family,” opens March 31 at 6 p.m. No ticket reservation are necessary for the opening event. The museum is located at the Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. It is open 2-4 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Information: hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org
Park cleanup
Hermosa Beach Mayor Ray Jackson invites the community to join him in a service day to spruce up South Park on April 1, 9-10:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help repaint two classrooms, railing and the trim around the building, pull weeds and add plants. South Park is located at 425 Valley Drive. Sign up at hermosabeach.gov/cleanup.
Eggstravaganza
The free family event is set for 10 a.m.-noon on April 1 at Franklin Park, 807 Inglewood Ave. in Redondo Beach. There will be an egg hunt, an Easter Bunny photo booth, a toy raffle and more. Families should bring their own baskets for the egg hunt. The schedule for the egg hunt is ages 0-2, 10:20 a.m.; ages 3-5, 10:40 a.m.; ages 6-8, 11:20 a.m.; ages 9+, 11:40 a.m. The event is present by the city of Redondo Beach. For more information, call 310-318-0650.
Holy Week at MBCC
Manhattan Beach Community Church will hold a Palm Sunday church service at 10 a.m. on April 2, a Maundy Thursday church service at 7 p.m. on April 6 and on Easter, April 9, a sunrise service at the beach at 6:30 a.m. and a church service at 10 a.m., followed by an egg hunt at 11 a.m. The church is located at 303 S. Peck Ave. 310-372-3587
Living art exhibit
The Living Art Experience will be held April 7-8 at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. Twelve recreations of twelve art masterpieces using live models will be presented. The featured artwork includes Leonardo DaVinci’s “Last Supper” and Michelangelo’s “Pietà.” The program will be narrated with an original script and presented with a musical score performed by an orchestra and vocal ensemble. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on April 7 and 1 and 4:30 p.m. on April 8. For tickets, call 310-521-2520 or visit livingartexperience.com.
Community garage sale
The city of Hermosa Beach has announced the return of the Community Garage Sale on April 15. The city will accept registrations beginning April 1 and city staff will help residents publicize their garage sales through a crowd-sourced map and advertisements on social media and Craigslist. Residents can subscribe to notifications on the city website to receive an update when the Community Garage Sale registration begins. Information: hermosabeach.gov
“Mama Mia!”
Drama students at Mira Costa High School will perform “Mamma Mia!” April 21-29. Showtimes and ticket information are available at MiraCostaDramaBoosters.org
Seahorse Classic
The 33rd annual Seahorse Classic Charity golf tournament will be held April 24 at Palos Verdes Golf Club. Hosted by the Peninsula Committee Children’s Hospital, all proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. The day’s activities include a shotgun scramble golf format, barbecue lunch, hole-in-one opportunities, a raffle, online auction and post-round cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. For more information and to register, visit www.seahorseclassic.com.
Driving tour
“The Art of the Road,” a driving tour of artistic and historic sites on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, will be held on May 6. Sponsored by The Circle of the Palos Verdes Art Center, the tour and finish line party is a fundraiser for the Art Center’s visual arts exhibition and education programs. Drivers and navigators in both classic and modern cars can participate in the tour and party for $350. Anyone can join the Finish Line Party at 4:30 pm at the Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. Tickets are $125. For tickets and more information, visit thecirclepvac.org. ER