Calendar
Thursday January 27
PJ Story time
Brush your teeth…Put on your pajamas…grab a cuddly buddy…and join us for story time at the Library! Free and open to all ages. 6:45 p.m. No sign-up or registration required. Redondo Main Library, 303 N. PCH. 310-318-0675 option 6.
Author reception
Helen Simonson’s debut novel “Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand” is out in paperback and she will be at {pages} at 7 p.m. to promote her book and conduct a reading. The book is a witty and lovely romance set in England. 904 Manhattan Ave., MB 310-316-0900.
SB Ostomates
The South Bay Ostomy support group holds its first meeting of 2011 with guest speaker, dietitian Xavier Vargas, back by popular demand! 7:30 p.m. Torrance Memorial Medical Center at the West Tower building on the 2nd floor, room B.
Saturday January 29
Winter Nature Hike
Join a family (ages 3+) coastal hike led by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy and children’s art workshop led by Art to Grow On, Inc., beginning with a short hike on Discovery Trail at 10 a.m. Generously hosted by Terranea Resort at 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes. $25 per family, space is limited. RSVP to (310)541-7613.
Salute to Fashion
Salute to Fashion – With Fashions by Coldwater Creek presented by HB Women’s Club. Door Prizes! Opportunity Drawings! Vendors! Donation $40, reserved seating. Clark Building, 861 Valley Drive, 11 a.m. Tickets: Joyce (310) 376-3258 Info: Gina (310) 379-8315.
Roundhouse Feeding Frenzy
Roundhouse Aquarium, located at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier, has a shark feeding demonstration at 12:30 p.m. Free, but donations are appreciated. The Roundhouse is open 10 a.m. to sunset on weekends, 3 pm to sunset weekdays. 310-379-8117 or www.roundhouseaquarium.org.
Symbolism of the Mass
The divine element of ritual, including its symbolisms, is ever present, hidden in ancient gestures that continue to stir feelings within us. Fr. Bill Axe, OSST, leads a retreat exploring the Mass and its symbolism. Retreat concludes with Mass. Cost: $20 ($15 if paid in full by January 21). 2 p.m. Mary & Joseph Retreat Center,5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 310-377-4867.
Monday January 31
Our Time to Shine
Our Time to Shine is an adaptive tap dance program specifically tailored to the needs of children with Down syndrome, Ages 7 – 16. Classes are every Monday, 4-6 p.m. Registration is required. For further information about this special program visit www.ourtimetoshine.shutterfly.com. Classes held at Fusion Studios, 22236 Palos Verdes Blvd., Torrance.
Tuesday February 1
Baby lapsit stories
Babies 0-18 months and their caregivers join in a fun storytime full of songs, rhymes and fingerplays! 11 a.m. No sign-up or registration required. Redondo Main Library, 303 N. PCH. 310-318-0675 option 6.
Family Story time
Stories, songs & fun at a special evening family story times. Bring your smiles & your listening ears!
No registration required. 6 p.m., Hermosa Beach Library, 550 Pier Avenue. (310) 379-8475
Parks and Rec Commission Meeting
Hermosa Beach Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. All meetings are held in the Council Chambers located at 1315 Valley Drive. For more information, call (310) 318-0280. Meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Wednesday February 2
LA Comedy Awards
Max Worthington presents the “LA Comedy Awards” at the Hermosa Beach Community Theater.
The Playhouse is located at Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway. For show times and show information: lacomedyawards@gmail.com or call 310-318-2100.
Thursday February 3
RB Farmers Market
Buy fresh, seasonal fruits, vegetables, flowers and more. Located at George Freeth Way, just west of Veterans Park overlooking the ocean. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
PCH/Aviation Advisory Committee
All meetings are held in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach 7 p.m.
For more information contact (310) 318-318-0216.