South Bay Community Calendar 7-12-18
Party like a Greek at the South Bay Greek Festival July 13 to July 15 at St. Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church, 722 Knob Hill, Redondo Beach. For tickets and information visit sbgreekfestival.com.
Thursday, July 12
Rocking the pier
Summer of Music, featuring Beatunes. 6 – 8 p.m. Redondo Pier, 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach. Free. Blankets or low-backed beach chairs are encouraged. A variety of food and beverages are available for take-out to enjoy during the concerts at over 30 restaurants on the Redondo Beach Pier, International Boardwalk and adjacent Redondo Beach Marina. For more information visit redondopier.com.
Coin collectors
Bay Cities Coin Club second Thursday monthly meeting. Show and tell, auctions and raffles. Free. 6:30 p.m. El Segundo Library, 111 West Mariposa Ave, El Segundo. For questions email baycitiescc@gmail.com.
Park mixer
The El Segundo and Manhattan Beach Chambers of Commerce present the 23rd Annual Mixer in the Park. $10 chamber members or $15 non-members. Hors d’ oeuvres and desserts will be served. Bring plenty of business cards. For more information call the El Segundo Chamber at (310) 322-1220 or the Manhattan Beach Chamber at (310) 545-5313. Chevron Employees Park, 324 W El Segundo Blvd, El Segundo.
Will in the park
Shakespeare by the Sea presents The Merry Wives of Windsor, a romantic comedy which tells of Falstaff’s folly: courting two married women at the same time. It’s mischief and mayhem galore. 7 p.m. at Valley Park. The park has a very steep hill and low beach chairs, and blankets are best. Gets a little damp and chilly so bring a jacket. Park in the surrounding neighborhood and walk in. Free and open to the public. All seating is on a first come, first serve basis. 2521 Valley Dr, Hermosa Beach. For additional information visit the shakespearebythesea.org.
Friday, July 13
Farming
Join the UC Master Gardeners to learn about container gardening and worm composting. All participants will go home with a plant. For children aged 5-16 and their caregivers. Free. 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Hermosa Beach Library, 550 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. For questions contact Kay at (310) 379-8475 or visit lacountylibrary.org.
It’s Greek to me
The South Bay Greek Festival kicks off today and runs through Sunday, July 15. All things Greek will be featured at this event. Music, dancing, games for the kids and food…lots and lots of food. Beer and wine. Admission $2 for adults, $1 for seniors and free for kids under 12 years old. Fri. 5 – 10 p.m., Sat. noon – 10 p.m.& Sun. noon – 9 p.m. Visit the website and receive a free admission coupon.sbgreekfestival.com/.
Start popping corn
The Department of Beaches and Harbors presents free family movie screening on the sand, by the waves, and under the stars at Dockweiler Youth Center. Coco starts at 8 p.m. Bring blankets to bundle up. Gourmet food truck on-site for dinner starting at 6 p.m.. 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa del Rey. For information call (310) 726-4128 or visit beaches.lacounty.gov/beach-movie-nights.
Saturday, July 14
2nd Saturday Yoga
Free Yoga on the octagon. 10 – 11 a.m. Redondo Beach Pier, 500 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach (below Kincaid’s). Bring a yoga mat, towel and water. All levels welcome.
Family nature time
2nd Saturdays family science & storytime by the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Join us in the nature center for hands-on science-based activities where children of all ages can learn about one of the unique animal species that make their canyon their home. Free. 10 – 11 a.m. George F Canyon Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. For more information, call (310) 541-7613 or (310) 547-0862 or RSVP at pvplc.org, Events & Activities.
Chili cook off
Bring the whole family for a day of food, fun and prizes at the community celebration and chili cook off. Free. Taste chili and vote for your favorite. The chili tasting will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. with the chili winners announced at 1:30 p.m. BBQ lunch will be served from 11:30 – 1:30 p.m. Kinecta Federal Credit Union, 1440 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach. A suggested donation of $2 for food and $1 for raffle tickets. Proceeds to benefit Mychal’s Learning Place and Richstone Family Center.
Mall music
Del Amo Fashion Center invites the community to enjoy the inaugural Summer Music Series at Torrance’s leading shopping and lifestyle destination. Bring friends and family. Free. Bring a blanket or chair. Village Park lawn area, just outside AMC Theaters. Natalie Clark performs from 2 – 4 p.m. For more information and future concerts line ups, simon.com/mall/del-amo-fashion-center.
Walk with nature
Guided Nature Walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at Abalone Cove Tide Pools. Free. 4 p.m. Park free in lot at 5970 Palos Verdes Dr. South. For more information, contact (310) 541-7613 ext. 201 or sign up at pvplc.org/_events/NatureWalkRSVP.asp.
Tide pools
Guided nature walk by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at Abalone Cove Tide Pools. Enjoy a walk down to explore the tide pools and pillow lava formations. Meet plein air artists painting on the preserve. Moderate walk. Park free in lot at 5970 Palos Verdes Dr. South. 4 p.m. For more information, contact (310) 541-7613 ext. 201 or sign up at pvplc.org/_events/NatureWalkRSVP.asp.
Festival for a cure
Relay For Life Beach Cities 2018 is the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. At Relay For Life events, no one faces cancer alone. We come together every year at more than 3,500 Relay events around the country to support and celebrate survivors and caregivers. 10 a.m. Lincoln Elementary School, 2223 Plant Ave., Redondo Beach. For information visit relayforlife.org/BeachcitiesCA or call Kimberlee Smith at (310) 346-8968.
Sunday, July 15
Sip and savor
Celebrate Chefs & Cellars in the vineyard tasting from top South Bay Restaurants and specialty caterers. Sip, savor and experience top wines, spirits, and beer. Tickets are $125 per person. 4 – 7 p.m. Catalina View Gardens, 6001 Palos Verdes Dr. S., Rancho Palos Verdes. Purchase tickets on this site, or by contacting Sharon Holman at (310) 375- 6917 or holmsha@aol.com.
Rocking Polliwog
Get out your beach chairs, blankets and picnic baskets and head to Polliwog Park for some classic summertime fun! The music starts with Jamisen Jarvis from 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. followed by The Petty Breakers from 5 – 7 p.m. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics. Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. For information and concert schedule visit citymb.info/departments/parks-and-recreation/cultural-arts/concerts/concerts-in-the-park-bands.
Monday, July 16
Mindful Yoga
Join Beach Cities Health District for a free class of Mindful Yoga on the beach. The weekly event takes place on the sand south of the Manhattan Beach Pier. 6:30 p.m. Registration starts at 6 p.m. with the hour long yoga class beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bring a yoga mat and or towel and water. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, athletic clothing and bring a jacket in case of cool weather. Classes will be led by certified instructors from the Center for Health & Fitness. For information and to register, call (310) 374-3426 or visit bchd.org/freefitness.
Tuesday, July 17
Adult 101
Kids ages 11-18 learn the basics of dining etiquette at the Adult 101 program. Does small talk make you sweat? What about that plethora of forks? And what is with that tiny spoon on the top of your table setting? Get all the answers here at the library. 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Hermosa Beach Library, 550 Pier Ave. For questions call (310) 379-8475.
Hungry?
Have Dinner At The Arts, Redondo Beach gourmet food truck festival is now at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center Parking Lot. 5:30 – 9 p.m. Parking is free and there’s no admission. Meals range from $6 and up. Seating provided and a beautiful park to eat at as well. Heat lamps for chilly nights. The Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach. For information on future dinner/lunch food trucks events call (818) 699-6204 or visit enrichedfarms.com.
Wednesday, July 18
Stages of Prostate Cancer
Cancer Support Community Redondo Beach (CSCRB) hosts Mark Scholz, MD, author and medical director of Prostate Oncology Specialists Inc. The key to managing prostate cancer for long-term health, without radical treatment, lies in identifying a man’s stage of the disease, and treating it based on targeted, stage-specific information. Scholz will discuss the five stages of prostate cancer and how to maintain a high quality of life while living with this disease. 109 W. Torrance Blvd., Redondo Beach. Advance registration required. 5 – 6:30 p.m. Call (310) 376-3550 or visit cancersupportredondobeach.org.
Thursday, July 19
Third Thursday
El Segundo Art Walk (ESAW) takes place every 3rd Thursday of the month 5 – 9 p.m. Creative businesses throughout Downtown El Segundo and Smoky Hollow transform their spaces to allow artists to showcase their work. Food trucks, live music and sponsored experiences, not to mention a brewery and distillery. Located between Pacific Coast Highway and historic downtown El Segundo. elsegundoartwalk.com.
Monday, July 23
Mindful yoga
Get moving with Beach Cities Free Fitness Series. All ages and ability levels are welcome to participate. Bring your friends and family to join, too. 6:30 p.m. South side of the Manhattan Beach Pier. Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water. Visit bchd.org/freefitness for a full schedule of events and to register.