Thursday 8
LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE
The Honeycombers Square Dance Club is sponsoring a class in Square Dancing from 7 – 9 p.m. every week at Torrance Woman’s Club, 1422 Engracia Avenue, Torrance. Singles, couples, and families are welcome. Open enrollment is on January 8, 15, and 22. We ask a donation of $6 per person per week, but your first night is free. Come join the fun. For more info, call Grace, 310-324-7332.
LEARN SECRETS
The Secrets to a Successful Remodel. How to select a remodeling company, the latest trends in the South Bay and the advantage of a true design/build firm. Seminar begins at 6 p.m., 2001 E. Mariposa Ave., El Segundo. Space is limited, RSVP today at 310-815-4815 or online at VisitCustomDesign.com/Remodeling-Seminars.
SWING INTO SPRING
Spring 2015 classes view-able online at hermosabch.org. Registration begins 1/12/2015. Ways to register include: Online at hermosabch.org, Mail or in-person at Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, Fax to 310-372-4333, or email HB Connect@HermosaBch.org. For more information, call Community Resources at 310-318-0280.
LIBRARY FUN
Redondo Main Library hosts an after school make-and-take fun activity at 3:30 p.m., 2nd floor Meeting Room, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach. This is a free program. Contact: Children’s Information Desk at 310-318-0675 press option 6.
HEARING
Free Hearing Screenings. Dr. Ryan Bullock, South Bay Hearing & Loss Center from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at 23811 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance. For more info, call 310-375-0655 or visit online at theremedypharm.com.
Friday 9
OFF TO SEE THE WIZARD
The Wizard of Oz flies into the Warner Grand Theatre. Performances are January 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 7:30 p.m. and January 11 & 18 at 2 p.m. at 478 W. 6th Street, San Pedro. For tickets and additional information call 310-896-6459 or visit encoreentertainers.org.
Saturday 10
GARDENING TIPS
Free demonstration of how to perform annual rose pruning. The three caretakers of the rose garden at Heritage Court will show you proper techniques for southern California, and then let your practice on some of the 125 rose bushes. No reservations necessary. Bring gloves and pruners if you have them at 302 Flagler Lane, Redondo Beach, 9:30 a.m. For more information call Kathy Barron, 310-708-2694.
FREE SAT TEST PRACTICE
Would you like to practice for the SAT Test? Come to the Redondo Main Library from 9:20 a.m. – 2 p.m. and take a practice test for free. The test will help you get into the college you want, and by taking a free test that has sample questions from the tests, you’ll be able to improve your chances of getting a great score on the real test. Plus this helps you get an idea of what the test is like. Test results will be shared on January 20 at 6:30 p.m. This is a free program but registration is required so either call or stop by the Teen & Adult Information Desk on the 2nd floor Meeting Room, Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo. Teen & Adult Information Desk at 310-318-0675 option 5.
GATHERING TOGETHER FOR TRUTH
As part of the community educational program, Unity of South Bay invites you to experience, Satsang. Music, Mantra, Meditation “Awakening the Heart”. Search for the truth with Brian Lottman. He helps you to discover your true self and what really motivates you to do spiritual practice. Brian will assist you in cultivating the qualities of love, peace and inspiration in your life from 7 – 9 p.m. at UNITY of South Bay, 2545 W. 237th Street #A, Torrance. 310-704-5388.
NATURE WALK
Walk along the Bluff Edge Trail to the Pt. Vicente Interpretive Center, a premier whale-watching site. Features optional lighthouse tour. Easy. Begins at 9 a.m. Park near the lighthouse at Point Vicente Interpretive Center parking area, 31501 Palos Verdes Dr. West, Rancho Palos Verdes. For more info, visit online at pvplc.org or call 310-541-7613.
Monday 12
PHOTO MEETING
Photography Prints Critique: Darilyn Rowan, local professional photographer and photography teacher at El Camino College in Torrance, will critique photo prints submitted by SBCC members. The meeting is free and is open to anyone who is interested in photography. All are welcome. Torrance Airport Administration Building meeting room, 3301 Airport Drive, Torrance at 7 p.m. Visit sbccphoto.org or call 805-340-3197.
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKER
Experience The Talks Of The Town! The Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California, continues a tradition of excellence by offering audiences in Redondo Beach the opportunity to experience and learn from seven remarkable individuals who have changed the world and shaped our lives. Gabrielle Giffords & Mark Kelly presented by Distinguished Speaker Seriesat 8 p.m., Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach. For more info, visit online at redondo.org,
MEETING
South Coast Fuchsia Society Meeting with Guest Speaker Gisele “G” Schoniger. Holistic Health in Your Garden. There will be a door prize, a plant raffle, tasty refreshments and friendly faces at 9:30 a.m., South Coast Botanic Garden, Classroom B, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula. Meeting is open to the public. Walk straight up the ramp to the side door for the meeting. For more information, call S. Shyer at 310-542-3016.
Tuesday 13
OPERA TALK
Join Bob Bernard, Consulting Director of the Opera League of Los Angeles for an interdisciplinary, video-based examination of Tobias Picker’s opera Therese Raquin (in anticipation of Long Beach Opera’s performances in January and February). Selections will include archival clips for both the San Diego and Dallas Operas at 6:30 p.m., Redondo Beach Main Library, 2nd floor Meeting Room, Redondo Beach Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy.
ART MEETING
Torrance Artists Guild (TAG) meeting and art demonstration. Demonstration in pastels by Artist David Wolfram at 7 p.m., Ken Miller Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Visitors are welcome to the demo and meeting. For more info, visit online at torranceartistsguild.org.
Wednesday 14
LEARN TO DANCE
Square Dancing is not square! The Boots & Bows Square Dance Club invites you to learn Modern Square Dancing from 7 – 9 p.m. at Torrance Woman’s Club, 1422 Engracia Street, Torrance. A fun way to exercise, keep your mind alert and meet new friends. First class free and $6 thereafter. Singles and families welcome. For more info call Rosemary at 310-372-9263.
Thursday 15
Pajama story time
Brush your teeth…Put on your pajamas…grab a cuddly buddy…and join friends for storytime at the Redondo Beach Main Library! Free and Open to All Ages. No Sign-up or Registration. Begins at 6:45 p.m. in the Children’s Storytime Room, Redondo Beach Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy, Children’s Information Desk at 310-318-0675 option 6.
