South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide January 11, 2018

I live to travel…. and there’s nothing better than experiencing a new, exotic, exciting location, than in the company of family or friends. I’m currently out of town celebrating the birthday of one of my besties, along with a dozen fabulous women. This trip, we vowed to get together every year – no more waiting for the BIG birthdays – and we discussed the various places we should go. …. Napa, Aspen, Savannah, Greece, Budapest, Italy, blah, blah, blah…. and all week long, I’ve been sharing photographs and videos, and regaling them with stories of all the fun and adventures we have in the South Bay. So, guess where they want to get together next year?!? With all the incredible places there are to visit in the world, there’s really no place like our home turf!
The Redondo Beach Police Department, in collaboration with the American Red Cross, will host the annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive today, Thursday, January 11 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Police Station parking lot. The drive, which occurs during National Blood Donor Month, pits public safety and law enforcement agencies against each other to see who can rally the most people to donate blood. To schedule your life-saving appointment, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
ey! The South Bay’s favorite duo, Andy & Renee, are back performing at Orlando’s Pizzeria & Birreria tonight, Thursday, January 11! Listen to popular favorites and some original tunes from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. while you sit back enjoying some of the tastiest pasta, pizza and other entrees this side of the Atlantic. For additional information and to make reservations, call (310) 792-9300 or visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
Attention local foodies! Restaurant Week is back and it’s time to DineLA! DineLA Restaurant Week is a bi-annual dining event established to introduce diners to the extensive assortment of restaurants in neighborhoods throughout Los Angeles County. DineLA Winter Restaurant Week takes place over 14 consecutive days and runs from January 12 through January 26. Local foodies and visitors to the area will have the opportunity to enjoy a selection of specially priced prix fixe menus from some of LA’s best restaurants during this this period. Restaurants from El Segundo to Rancho Palos Verdes will be participating in this culinary event. Some of the restaurants will feature lunch, some will offer dinner and some will present both, so be sure to check the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3

The Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce presents Redondo Beach Restaurant Week taking place Friday, January 12 through Friday, January 26. The event will showcase Redondo Beach as a diverse dining destination where participating restaurants will offer specially priced prix-fixe menus for lunch and/or dinner. A Michelin-starred chef, Basque pinxtos and handmade pasta are just some of the standouts for the 2018 event. Everyone is encouraged to enjoy the diversity of Redondo Beach’s foodie scene! Participating restaurants include:•A Basq Kitchen•Bettolino Kitchen•Suburbia•BaleenKitchen•Sea Level Restaurant & Lounge•Ragin Cajun Cafe•Hermosa Beach Fish Shop•Pho Hue Oi•Sacks on the Beach•The Slip Bar & Eatery•Polly’s on the Pier•Harbor Bar + BistroFor additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3

Beach Cities Health District invites the community to attend the AdventurePlex Open House on Saturday, January 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Treat your kids to a morning of fun at AdventurePlex’s Open House. This is the perfect opportunity to experience everything AdventurePlex’s healthy play facility has to offer, including dynamic activities that the whole family can enjoy. This is a FREE event and no registration is required. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Redondo Pier Association hosts FREE Yoga on the Octagon the second Saturday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and take part in this all level yoga class where the International Boardwalk meets the Redondo Beach Pier (the octagon below Kincaid’s). Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel and bottled water. Scheduled dates: January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14 May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Automobile Driving Museum will host Shop Talk on Saturday, January 13 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. Car enthusiasts are encouraged to attend this interactive lecture series that will showcase the American automobile throughout history and learn about the current status of the collector market. The featured speakers are Jim Crabtree, noted professional car historian, and Phil Skinner, Editor of Kelly Blue Book and Old Cars. Scheduled Lectures:November 4: Tiller to Tremor – Inception to 1929December 9: Struggle for Survival – 1930 to 1942January 13: Recovery & Revival – 1943 to 1972February 17: Technology & TriumphsMarch 10: Current Status of the Collector Market with Phil SKinnerTickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and include admission to the museum. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3

April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents Bringing In the New Year on Saturday, January 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Second Story Theater. You’ll laugh out loud when the audience suggestions are turned into comedy on stage. Directed by Doris Usui and Lloyd Leifer. General admission tickets are $10 and $8 for seniors. For additional information and ticket purchase, call (310) 318-1705 or visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
Presented by South Bay Live, Palos Verdes Performing Arts presents Wynonna & The Big Noise on Saturday, January 13 at 8 p.m. at the Norris Theatre. Five time Grammy winner, Wynonna’s rich and commanding voice has sold over 30 million albums worldwide spanning her epic career, which included performing alongside her mother, Naomi as one half of the legendary duo The Judds. Once dubbed by Rolling Stone as “the greatest female country singer since Patsy Cline,” she has received over 60 industry awards, with countless charting singles, including 20 number-one hits. This is a rare opportunity to see Nashville royalty in such an intimate venue, where orchestra seats are no further than 10 rows from the stage. Tickets are $235/$250 and a limited number of $125 tickets can be purchased only by calling the box office at (310) 544-0403. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Torrance Cultural Arts Center presents Mostly Kosher on Saturday, January 13 at 8 p.m. at the James Armstrong Theater. Mostly Kosher, acclaimed Jewish cultural revival band, is a musical feast of Jazz, Latin,Rock, Hip Hop, and Folk. Radically reconstructing Judaic and American cultural musical roots, the musicians of Mostly Kosher are some of LA’s most accomplished. Led by Leeav Sofer, one of Jewish Journal’s “30 under 30” most accomplished professionals in the Los Angeles’ Jewish diaspora, Mostly Kosher is comprised of some of the highest regarded Los Angeles musicians: violinist Janice Mautner Markham, drummer Eric Hagstrom, bassist Adam Levy, accordion/trumpet Mike Bolger, trombonist Mike King, and, on guitar, Will Brahm. Tickets are $20/$25/$30. For additional information, visit the website athttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The South Bay & Coastal Bride World Super Show takes place on Sunday, January 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Crowne Plaza Hotel. This is the largest Los Angeles and South Bay bridal show of 2018. Save time, find bargains and be inspired by the largest gathering of wedding venues, photographers, invitations, entertainers, photo booths, event lighting, bridal gowns, designers and fashion for the entire wedding party. Advance tickets are $6 per person; group package $35 admit up to 8 people; express package $50 admit up to 8 people. Buy tickets and register in advance to receive a free Knot magazine, Ceremony magazine, an expo shopping bag and wedding correspondence labels, upon check in. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The annual Southern California Slack Key Festival returns to the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 14, for one performance only at 2 p.m. One of the most acclaimed Hawaiian concerts to ever leave the islands, the Southern California Slack Key Festival takes fans on a Hawaiian musical journey that showcases Grammy-winning slack key guitarists, the best hula dancers in the world, special guest performers and an Island Marketplace. Ticket prices range from $20 to $135. For additional information and ticket purchase, call 562-556-4824 or visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3

South Bay Galleria presents Monday Movie Nights every Monday in January at 6 p.m. in the Food Court. Visit SBG every week in January to watch a FREE movie! Receive a stamp on your SBG Movie Pass at the beginning and end of each movie. Passes with all 8 stamps at the end of the month will be entered for a chance to win a $500 South Bay Galleria gift card! Attendees should bring low-backed chairs or blankets to sit on. The movie schedule is as follows:1/8: The Little Rascals1/15: Toy Story1/22: The Lion King1/29: The SandlotWinner will be announced and contacted on February 1, 2018. Passes without all 8 stamps will not qualify. One movie pass per adult. Must be at least 18 years of age. Terms/conditions subject to change without notice. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Unified Small Business Alliance hosts the monthly Networking Mixer on Monday, January 15 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at La Bella Napoli. It’s an all you can eat evening with pizza, pasta and salad (special menu) and soft drink or San Pellegrino water included with admission. If you’ve never attended one of the USBA events, you should make a point to stop by – it’s always a very casual, friendly evening. Free admission, no membership dues, no strings attached! Prepaid tickets only. Tickets are $12 per person and there are a limited number available. Tax & Tip included Children are welcome! For additional information and to RSVP, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Redondo Beach Library will host a Talk on Meditation by Doug Frankel on Tuesday, January 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch Library. Back-by-popular demand, Doug Frankel will offer practical techniques of meditation that can positively impact your life. Through first hand demonstrations of these simple yet highly effective methods, you will discover keys to deeper concentration, relaxation and personal growth. The program is free and open to the public, no registration is required. Light refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Redondo Beach Public Library. Free parking is available at the Library. For additional information on programs and services at Redondo Beach Public Library, call (310) 318-0675, option 5, or visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3
The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the 2018 Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, January 17 from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Joslyn Center. The community is invited to meet the board and chamber staff to answer questions, give feedback and learn about what’s coming up in 2018. Get to know your chamber and take this opportunity to tell them what you think. If you would like to submit questions in advance, those will be answered first. To register and submit questions, visit the website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3

Here’s a heads-up on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/bunyaad-rug-eventhttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/dtmb-sidewalk-salehttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/thomas-fire-benefit-concerthttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/blood-drivehttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/lets-connect-mixer-3https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/picasso-lapin-agilehttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hermosa-beach-community-garage-saleThis event listing is current as of yesterday, but new events are posted EVERY DAY, so be sure to check the website for updates at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, Joe is holding down the fort and will discuss Cryptocurrency. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/cryptocurrency-q-a. Tune in every Thursday at 8 a.m. to keep up with what’s going down throughout in the South Bay!Tomorrow morning on The South Bay Show: Manhattan Beach 360, we’ll be airing a previously recorded program with guests Michael Hayden, Director of Choirs, and students from Mira Costa High School Choirs. You can listen to the program live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/shining-night-encore Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s new in Manhattan Beach!Happy MLK Monday and have a fabulous South Bay weekend!Jackiehttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-jackie-weekend-guide-3