Thursday, December 19
PHC Sips, sweets
Join Kendra Scott for complimentary champagne, sweets, and raffle prizes while you shop, as 20% of sales will go back to support the Pregnancy Help Center. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. The Point Shopping Center, Kendra Scott, 80 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach.
PLANT at ESMoA
PLANT invites visitors to peek inside the studio of Amely Spoetzl, to explore her artworks, urban interventions, photographs, drawings, sculptures and more. The experience will include an interactive component Thicket, where the visitor can contribute to its formation, using drawing tools created by the artist. The ESMoA Experience Award recipient for PLANT is Jasmine Nyende, a LA-based new media artist, whose work includes poetry, fiber art, and experimental performance. 1 – 4 p.m. El Segundo Museum of Art (ESMoA), 208 Main St., El Segundo. For future events visit esmoa.org.
Caroling at the library
The El Segundo Public Library 3rd Annual Holiday Caroling and Ornament Making Evening is for all ages. Community sing along in the piano, crafts, hot cocoa, tea and cookies. 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. El Segundo Library, 111 W. Mariposa Ave., El Segundo. For more library events visit elsegundo.org/library.
Candy Cane Lane
Candy Cane Lane runs every night from 5 – 10 p.m. through Monday, December 23. Start at the 1200 block of West Acacia, El Segundo. Santa will be there nightly from 7 – 9 p.m.
Drawing & watercolor at Youth Center
Beginning drawing and watercolor classes with Cammie Richardson. 14 years or older. All materials will be provided. 6 – 7:30 p.m. Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey. For questions call (310) 726-4128 or visit Beaches.LACounty.gov.
Farm fresh
Avoid the traffic and stop by weekly for fresh produce and great dining in downtown El Segundo. Come down and meet up with neighbors, coworkers and friends. 3 – 7 p.m. Located on the 400 block of Main Street. You can leave your car behind and take the Farmer’s Market Shuttle! Call (310) 524-2704 to schedule a ride.
Friday, December 20
Give blood
Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, more than one million units of blood will be needed for transfusions in the United States. Individuals are urged to give a lifesaving gift this holiday season by making an appointment to donate blood or platelets and help the American Red Cross ensure a sufficient supply is available for patients throughout the holiday season. Those with type O blood are especially needed. 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Vistamar School, 737 Hawaii St., El Segundo.
Draw with me at ESMoA
The informal Drawing Club at the El Segundo Museum of Art offers drawing exercises with inspiration from featured artworks. No artistic experience is required. Come every Friday or just drop in. Free basic drawing materials provided for you. Free. 10 – 11 a.m. 208 Main St., El Segundo. Visit esmoa.org for more information.
Saturday, December 21
Yoga at The Point
Every Saturday morning from 9 – 10 a.m. prAna offers free community yoga. Enjoy food and drinks after class. Yoga mats are provided. Open to all ages and all skill levels. The Point, 850 S. Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo. For questions call (310) 414-5280 or visit thepointsb.com.
Winter wonderland at Youth Center
Bring the whole family to the Dockweiler Youth Center for a holiday celebration. Live music, face painting, winter activities, and real snow at the beach. Free. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey. For more information visit Beaches.LACounty.gov or call (310) 726-4128. Faster Check-in with Eventbrite RSVP Tickets! Visit Eventbrite/2019 Beach Winter Wonderland.
Library concert
Husband and wife KP and Johnny Hawthorn employ sun-kissed songwriting, fiery electric guitar and lush vocal harmonies that evoke the California coastline as much as the Bible Belt. 2 p.m. El Segundo Library’s Sue Carter Community Room, 111 Mariposa Ave., El Segundo. Free. For future concerts in the library visit elsegundo.org/cals/library_calendar.asp.
Make it and take it
Come sit by the ocean at Dockweiler Beach to learn, enjoy, and make a craft project at this FREE “Make It and Take It” Craft Class for kids 0-12 years old. All kids must be accompanied by an adult.Kids Craft class every Saturday 10 – 11:30 a.m. Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey. For information call (310) 726-4128. For future events visit beaches.lacounty.gov/la-county-beaches-events-and-programs.
Sunday, December 22
Donate
During the holiday season, set aside an hour to give blood and be the lifeline patients need. Make an appointment now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1(800) 733-2767. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cambria Hotel, 199 Continental Blvd., El Segundo.
Holiday speakeasy
The Dollface Dames and The Smoky Hollow Tasting & Taproom bring you a night of speakeasy entertainment Speakeasy. Look for the red light. Vintage or dress to impress. 8 – 10 p.m. R6 Distillery, 909 E. El Segundo Blvd., El Segundo.Tickets at Eventbrite/The Dollface Dames Speakeasy. For future events visit r6distillery.com.
Monday, December 23
Zumba on the beach
Free Zumba every Monday and Wednesdays with Cammie Richardson. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey. For information call (310) 726-4128.
Thursday, December 26
Keep on giving
Make an appointment now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1(800) 733-2767. Those with type O blood are especially needed. 1 – 7 p.m. El Segundo Masonic Lodge, 520 Main St., El Segundo. Make an appointment now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1(800) 733-2767.
Farmers Market
Fresh produce and great dining in downtown El Segundo. Meet up with neighbors, coworkers and friends. 3 – 7 p.m. 400 block of Main Street. Take the Farmer’s Market Shuttle! Call (310) 524-2704 to schedule a ride.
Saturday, December 28
Give more
Fact: The need for blood doesn’t pause for the holidays. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, more than 1 million units of blood could be transfused in the United States. Please donate! Make an appointment now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1(800) 733-2767. 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. El Segundo Masonic Lodge, 520 Main St., El Segundo.
Shore fishing
An introductory course to shore fishing. Fishing poles and bait provided at no cost. Anglers typically catch surfperch, croaker, corbina, halibut, and leopard shark. Call (310) 726-4128 to register. All ages welcome. Under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone over 16 must present a valid California fishing license. 9 – 10:30 a.m. Dockweiler Youth Center, 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey. For a calendar of future events visit beaches.lacounty.gov/la-county-beaches-events-and-programs.
Tuesday, December 31
NYE celebration
Old Town Music Hall rings in its 52nd year. Lots of music on the Mighty Wurlitzer, a grab bag of classic shorts and a surprise feature film. Complimentary light refreshments and sparkling apple cider. Reservations required. $20 per person (cash or check only). 8:30 p.m. to midnight. 140 Richmond St., El Segundo. Reserve by phone at (310) 322-2592.
Ring it in
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Marina del Rey with a Glow Party and Fireworks shows. Live DJs, dance music, dancers, circuit breaker robot, face painting, bubbles, photo booth, free giveaways, food trucks and more. Free. Register at Eventbrite/Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Glow Party. 7 p.m. – midnight. Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey. For more information call (310) 526-7900.
