Baywatch Community Calendar 8-22-24
Sunday, August 25
The Catalina Classic
Paddlers from all over the world will take to the waters off Southern California in the 47th annual Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race, the premier and most historical paddleboard race in the world. Paddlers will leave the Isthmus Cove, Catalina Island, at 6 a.m. and paddle 32 miles to the Manhattan Beach Pier on paddle boards (between 12 and 19 feet long) using only their hands to propel them through the water. Swells, Currents, and wind conditions play into what is notoriously one of the most grueling endurance events in the world. Information: Paddleguru.com.
Thursday, August 22
Pedro Reis, StrandBar
Live music from 7 – 10 p.m. 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. Future line-ups visit Thestrandhousemb.com.
Beginners Mahjong
Second class Thursday, August 29. Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) two-part program led by Carla Bick, CSC South Bay’s Cancer Support Navigator. Participants will learn the fundamentals that make American Mahjong such a captivating pastime. Register: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. 1 – 3 p.m. 2601 Airport Dr., 100, Torrance. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org. Attendees must attend the first session on Aug. 22 to be eligible to attend the second on Aug. 29.
Summer concert, Manhattan Village
Dane Drewis. Get ready for a fusion of SoCal rock, reggae, and pop that will have your grooving all night long. Free. Bring a low back beach chair and blankets. 6 – 8 p.m. 3200 Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach.
Songwriters in the Round, El Segundo Library
The Art of the Song performances and discussion by singers, songwriters, and musicians Rob Bonfiglio, Paula Fong, Sean Lane, Evie Sands, and a special guest Carianne Marshall. 6 – 7:30 p.m. 111 W. Mariposa Ave. This will be a kickoff event ahead of the El Segundo Art Walk which will take place on Saturday, August 24. Details: Reference Desk, (310) 524-2728.
Pier concert, Redondo Pier
Dark Desert Highway, Eagles tribute. 6 – 8 p.m. 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach. Bring low back beach chairs, blankets, and snacks.
Friday, August 23
Carpool Caravan, Redondo Beach
Local filmmaker, Annie Graziano, will be premiering her film showing local surf stars. Follow 7 surfers from the South Bay as they surf San Clemente and meet some of their heroes. Then stay for the party after! Golf simulators, half pipe skating, and live music by Strange Case and Taft Buckley. Come on by for food, drinks, live music, skate and more for a night of fun. 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. MNML Golf Club, 136 N. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach. Tickets: Eventbrite.com. General sale $10. At the door (if available) $15.
Rummage Sale, St. Francis Church
Through Saturday, August 24. Thousands of items including furniture, electronics, housewares, small appliances, home décor, art, sporting goods, garden supplies, power tools, toys, baby gear, holiday, jewelry, luggage, boutique items, clothes, shoes and more. Proceeds support buildings and grounds and outreach. 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates. Questions and information, call (310) 375-4617.
Elvis Extravaganza, RB Performing Arts Center
Eddie Stephens & Elvis Show SoCal presents #1 World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist Dean Z. Doors open at 6 p.m., Show starts at 7 p.m. 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach. Tickets: Elvisshowsocal.com or Tickets@Elvisshowsocal.com.
Sing, dance & splash, Begg Pool
Since 1983, we have taught students from infants to teens and adults, and inspired them to pursue a lifelong love of music. Enjoy this exciting free event with student performances, plus singing, dancing, playing, swimming fun, and lots of activities for all ages! Lifeguards will be onsite. 5:30 – 7 p.m. Manhattan Beach Begg Pool, 1402 N. Peck Avenue. Free for everyone.
Saturday, August 24
Beach Through the Decades, Hermosa
The 2024 Hermosa Beach Museum Annual Gala Fundraiser at St. Cross Church is the biggest fundraising event of the year, as we celebrate history together under the stars. Good food, drinks, live music, classic cars, raffle prizes, auctions and good friends. 6 p.m. 1818 Monterey Blvd., Hermosa Beach. Tickets: hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org/events. General admission $100.
Partiers dance the night away at the 2023 Dancing Through the Decades event. Photo by Chris Miller
Nature Plant sale
Monthly local native plant sales. 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. White Point Nature Education Center, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. Pvplc.org.
Space Oddity, Saint Rocke
David Brighton’s Space Oddity, the Ultimate David Bowie experience. Doors open at 6 p.m. 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Tickets: saintrocke.com.
Boots on the Beach
Richstone Endless Summer Beach Party will have you dancing the night away with the Citrus College Night Shift Band & The Cody Bryant Band. Rock ‘n Roll and a Country Western Hoedown. BBQ, drinks, prize drawing, welcome whiskey cocktail & much more. 5:30 p.m. On the beach at King Harbor, 208 Yacht Club Way, Redondo Beach. Tickets & info: RichstoneBeach.org.
Relay for Life Seasons of Hope, Charles Wilson Park
Let the good times roll as we come together to fight cancer. Everyone is welcome. 5 – 7 p.m. Charles Wilson Park, community sports complex rink, 2200 Jefferson Street, Torrance.
Pier concert, Redondo Pier
ACME Time Machine, 50s and 60s Rock ‘n Roll. 6 – 8 p.m. 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach. Bring low back beach chairs, blankets, and snacks.
Gundo Comedy & BBQ, El Segundo Art Walk
Through Sunday, September 1. The Art Walk is hosting the first night of Dave Williamson’s El Segundo Comedy & BBQ Festival at Old Town Music Hall. 8 – 10 p.m. 140 Richmond Street. Tickets: gundocomedybbq.com.
Summer walking art tour, El Segundo
El Segundo Art Walk (ESAW) is an independently organized, self-guided art event. Creative businesses throughout Downtown El Segundo and Smoky Hollow transform their spaces to allow Los Angeles-based artists to showcase their work. 3 – 9 p.m. Information and map: elsegundoartwalk.com.
Stress and the Spirit – Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free program led by Courtney Marchesani, Akhila Health facilitator. Women are invited to explore the six kosha layers and various mind-body practices to help manage their health and wellness. In this final workshop of the series, Marchesani will focus on awakening and strengthening self-connection and relationships to a higher power. Practical and implementable strategies to help women tap into their inner wisdom and connections with others will be shared. 12 – 1 p.m. Join this virtual workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information contact Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Sunday, August 25
Catalina Cup, Manhattan Pier
The Catalina cup is a fun, family friendly, 2-mile paddleboard race that will happen in conjunction with the world famous Catalina Classic. The 2-mile race starts off Manhattan Beach and races south just outside the surf, one mile. From there, the paddlers will round 2 big red buoys, race back to the pier on the historic Catalina Classic race course, then sprint up the beach and across the finish line. The Catalina Cup race course was designed as a fun, family friendly race for Junior Lifeguards, all family and friends, and those that may be new to paddleboard racing. Don’t own a paddleboard? No problem. The Catalina Cup has a foamy division, so grab your soft board and head down to the fun. 7:30 a.m. pre-race check in. Race starts at 9 a.m. Register online: paddleguru.com/races/CatalinaCupPaddleboardRace.
The Great Muppet Caper
Start the afternoon with a fantastic show from our friends at Bob Baker Marionette Theater. A funny story as Kermit and Fozzie unravel a mysterious jewel heist. Musical numbers that pay homage to the MGM extravaganzas, and Miss Piggy taking center stage as an Esther Williams bathing beauty. 2:30 p.m. 140 Richmond Street, El Segundo. Tickets: oldtownmusichall.org.
Torrance Antique Street Faire
Join the hunt for vintage treasures when over 200 vendors transform the streets of downtown Torrance into an eclectic open-air antiques flea market. Free admission & parking. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Satori Ave. and El Prado. For information or to reserve a space, call (310) 328-6107.
Monthly Sunset Sail, San Pedro
Enjoy the sunset from the deck of a tall ship as you sit back and relax or become part of the crew, your choice, and don’t forget a picnic. 6 – 8:30 p.m. West 6th St. and Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, off of the West Harbor Promenade, just south of the LA Maritime Museum. Information and tickets: lamitopsail.org/august-sunset-sail.
Veterans Pancake breakfast, Elks Lodge
Join the Redondo Beach Lodge #13787 every 4th Sunday of the month for Veteran’s Pancake Breakfast. 8 – 11 a.m. Military Veterans dine for free. $12. per person. Children under 5 yrs. are free. 315 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. If you’d like to volunteer: Sign-up on the Lodge bulletin board. Questions call Bobbie, coordinator, (805) 235-1151.
Monday, August 26
Zumba, Julia Field
Beach Cities Health District free fitness in the park. 6:30 p.m. Alta Vista Park, Julia Field, 715 Julia Ave., Redondo Beach. Register at bchd.org/freefitness.
Tuesday, August 27
Coffee with the Mayor, Dunkin’
Join Manhattan Beach Mayor, Joe Franklin between 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. for a chat. Manhattan Village Shopping Center, 1100 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach.
Lymphatic Health and Wellness Essentials – Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Alex Villanueva, OT, CLT. Lymphatic health and medical conditions like lymphedema are often misunderstood. Topics include the importance of the lymphatic system, lymphatic drainage techniques, management tools, and practical tips. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Join: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Gundo Comedy & BBQ, El Segundo
Five Point Five Brewing is hosting the second night of Dave Williamson’s El Segundo Comedy & BBQ Festival. Free. 8 – 10 p.m. Five Point Five Brewing Company, 137 Nevada Street. Tickets: gundocomedybbq.com.
Dementia caregiver support group, BCHD
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver. 1:30 p.m. Joslyn Community Center, 1601 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach. Registration is not required. Questions? Call Beach Cities Health District at (310) 374-3426, Option 1.
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Saturday, August 31
Paddleboard unveiling, HB Museum
Join the Hermosa Beach Museum for the unveiling of a historic paddle board originally built in the 1930’s. This paddle was owned by famed waterman Pete Peterson and donated to the museum by decorated paddle boarder Jim Mollica. Local historian and museum board member Mark Shoemaker will present on the history of the board and hold a Q&A with Jim Mollica. Free event. 2 – 5 p.m. 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. Register: hermosabeachhistoricalsociety.org/events.
Dishes from Ikaria, Greece, Lazy Acres
Discover how eating whole foods, mostly plants in blue zones areas like Ikaria, contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Join us in our immersive cooking class with Educator Chef Annette. $65. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. 2510 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. Register: classes.lazyacres.com/classes/hermosa-beach/.