South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide June 7, 2018

The Summer Concert Season has begun and I’ve compiled a handy list of all the major concert series taking place throughout the South Bay this summer. In addition to our longtime favorites, there are a couple of new ones this year. Some have already begun, while others won't start until August. It's going to be another fun-filled, ♫musical summer♫ in the South Bay! You can view the list in today’s Daily Blog athttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/daily-blog.

El Segundo Museum of Art presents Experience #35: GROUNDED, opening today, Thursday, June 7 and running through September 22. GROUNDED is about the work of two prominent Southern Californian photographers: John Divola and Zoe Crosher. Each has done a major project very different from the other’s but with a common theme – LAX. Done 30 years apart, the two projects are very different in approach and look, which is why the two are astute commentaries not only on the history of LAX, but on the history of photography itself. GROUNDED is curated by Colin Westerbeck. As always, admission is FREE! For additional information, visit the website at https://esmoa.org/. ESMoA is located at 208 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

The South Bay Association of Realtors presents the Western No Tap Bowling Tournament today, Thursday, June 7 at 2 p.m. at Gable House Bowl. Put together teams of four for an afternoon of fun! The event features food and beverages, door prizes, trophies, a 50/50 drawing and a Terranea gift card raffle. There is space for only 40 teams. Sign in at 2 p.m. with the tournament starting at 2:30 p.m. The event raises funds for the Boys & Girls Club. The cost is $40 per bowler and includes shoe rental, pizza, soft drinks and one door prize raffle ticket. The cost for non-bowlers is $25. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.southbayaor.com/calendardetail.php?serial=5811. Gable House Bowl is located at 22501 Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance.

El Pollo Inka will host the Summer Kickoff Business Mixer tonight,Thursday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. If you have a business, product, or service you would like to grow then you don’t want to miss this. The Mixer starts at6:30 followed by a Karaoke/Dance party. Bring plenty of business cards, bring a smile, bring a friend! There is no cost to attend. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/denise.d.nunezstanczak/posts/10155391306797127. El Pollo Inka is located at 1425 Artesia Boulevard, Gardena, CA 90248.

If you haven’t stopped in yet, this is the last weekend….. Friends of Redondo Beach Arts present the annual CA 101 Art Exhibition Friday, June 1 through Sunday, June 10 at the former Gold’s Gym space on Harbor Drive. This event is FREE to attend and open to the public. This year, the exhibition is open to not only California artists but to ALL artists and will feature works from all over the globe. On Friday, June 8, there will be aWine Tasting at sunset in the gallery. Tickets are $60 per person and seats are limited. To purchase tickets, call 310-720-4943. On Saturday, June 9, the gallery will host TEDx Redondo Beach. The theme is Fake News & Filter Bubbles curated by Paul Blieden. Tickets are available athttp://www.TEDxRedondoBeach.com. For a curated, private tour of the exhibition, call 310-720-4943.
Gallery Hours:
Monday June 4th – Thursday June 7th – Noon – 7pm
Friday June 8th Noon – 6pm
Saturday June 9th noon – 5pm
Sunday June 10th Noon – 6pm
For additional information, visit the website at http://www.friendsredondobeacharts.org/. The exhibition will be held at 200 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA.

The Redondo Pier Association in partnership with King Harbor Association is pleased to announce the return of Family Movie Nights at the Redondo Beach Pier every Friday in June at 8 p.m. This free event series is presented by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach and will feature family-friendly movies. The Redondo Pier Association welcomes visitors to arrive early and visit one of the many restaurants located on Fisherman’s Wharf, International Boardwalk and the adjacent Redondo Beach Marina for dine-in or take-out prior to the movie screening. For a complete list of businesses, visit http://RedondoPier.com/directory. The schedule is as follows:
Friday, June 8: Moana
Friday, June 15: Paddington 2
Friday, June 22: Peter Rabbit
Friday, June 29: Wonder Woman
These events are free and open to the public and take place between 8 and 10 p.m. where the International Boardwalk meets the Redondo Beach Pier below Kincaid’s in the octagon. Movies begin at dusk so times will vary. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.redondopier.com/events/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at the end of Torrance Boulevard, west of Pacific Coast Highway.

The Redondo Pier Association hosts FREE Yoga on the Octagon the secondSaturday of each month (June 9) 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 http://www.redondopier.com/events/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

The Redondo Beach Police Department is offering Canine Pet CPR & First Aid Class on Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the RBPD Vincent Street annex. PoochParamedic.com, in partnership with the Redondo Beach Police Foundation’s K-9 Team, invite you to register for an inaugural, hands-on, interactive training course that will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to administer life-saving services to your pet in case of an emergency. The cost is $99 which includes training materials, a 3-Year Canine CPR and First Aid Training Certification, and a book Pet First Aid & Disaster Response Guide. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the RBPD’s K-9 Team. Registration required, no walk-ins please. For additional information and registration, call PoochParamedic.com at (424) 903-5824 or visit the website at https://local.nixle.com/alert/6596994/?sub_id=417692. The City of Redondo Beach Police Department Vincent Street Annex is located at 200 North Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach.

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce presents the annualPalos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival on Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Recognized as a high quality, family friendly event, the Fair features a range of activities designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of visitors. Enjoy shopping, music, dining, more than 200 arts and crafts booths, carnival rides, International Food Court, craft beer and wine garden, children’s petting zoo and pony rides, community events, pet adoptions and continuous live entertainment on two separate stages. Convenient all-day carnival ride wristbands will be available for purchase. Free parking is available at Peninsula High School with a free shuttle service to and from the Fair. The campus parking lot is located on Silver Spur Road near the corner of Hawthorne Boulevard. For additional information, call the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce at 310-377-8111 or visit the website at https://www.palosverdeschamber.com/pv-street-fair. The Fair takes place at Norris Center Drive and Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates.

Scholb Premium Ales hosts the popular Downward Grog on Saturday, June 9 starting at 11 a.m. If you love yoga and beer, join Downward Grog for a gently guided class in the brewery. Whether you’re handstand-ready or just learning Warrior II, no one will be left behind! Mixed-level vinyasa flow yoga begins at 11 a.m. At noon, DRINK BEER! Buy a $12 prepaid ticket for a one hour yoga class and one craft beer or $15 at the door. For group bookings of 4+, email group@downwardgrog.com for a discount.
– Please bring your yoga mat and a towel.
– Class is held INSIDE the brewery taproom.
– Parking is FREE and plentiful around the brewery.
– ALL yoga experience levels are welcomed and encouraged!
– One full pour is included in your ticket and is redeemable at the end of class. No yoga under the influence!
– If you do not want your beer, they will donate 5 meals to the LA Regional Food Bank.
For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/brewery-yoga-at-scholb-craft-beer-torrance-tickets-45746763802?aff=efbeventtix. Scholb Premium Ales is located at2964 Columbia Street, Torrance, CA 90503.

Del Amo Fashion Center presents the first of the new Summer Music Series on Saturday, June 9. The Summer Music Series showcases the new Village Park lawn area, just outside the AMC Theaters, with a variety of musical genres on the second Saturday of the month in June, July, August and September from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Summer Music Series collection of performances is fine tuned to feature a diverse music styles by local artists from Greater Los Angeles. Guests will enjoy sounds from incredible artists such as Natalie Clark, selected as a Mercedes Benz KTLA “Artist to Watch,” also seen on the most recent season of the Voice. Other artists bring alternative, singer-songwriter and pop music to the Summer Music Series. The complete list of artists and performances include:
·Saturday, June 9 – Professional Folk
·Saturday, July 14 – Natalie Clark
·Saturday, August 11 – Michael Physick & Band
·Saturday, September 8 – Lisa Ritchie
For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.simon.com/mall/del-amo-fashion-center. Del Amo Fashion Center is located at 3525 Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503.

If you haven’t already bought tickets, you’re out of luck, since this event has already sold out (as it does every year)….. The annual Manhattan Wine Auction takes place on Saturday, June 9 at 4:30 at the Manhattan Country Club. The evening features wine and food tastings, live and silent auctions, live entertainment, music and dancing. Over 80 world-class vintners, distilleries and breweries and 40 South Bay restaurants will offer guests an array of delicious bites and beverages. The live and silent auction lots feature the finest in collectible wines, exotic trips, one-of-a-kind dinners and much more. The Manhattan Wine Auction is the largest charity wine auction in Southern California. This popular event sells out fast, and again this year, over 2,000 attendees are expected. General admission tickets are $300 per person, Reserve Room tickets are $500 per person. Proceeds from the annual Manhattan Wine Auction benefit the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation (MBEF). For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://manhattanwineauction.com/. The Manhattan Country Club is located at 1330 Park View Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

The annual Redondo Beach Triathlon will take place on Sunday, June 10beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Veteran’s Park. The Sprint event involves a 1/2 mile ocean swim, 6 mile bike and 2 mile scenic run while the Mini Sprint, a non-competitive race for friends, families and kids 10 and older, will entail a 1/4 mile ocean swim, 3 mile bike and 1 mile scenic run. Commemorative awards will go to the top 3 in each division and top 2 relays in each division. Race packets will be available for pick up on Saturday, June 9 from noon to 4 p.m. at The Redondo Beach Hotel located at 400 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. You must present your photo ID and USAT membership proof (for annual members) to claim your race packet. For additional information and registration, visit the website athttps://rbtri.com/. Veterans Park is located at 309 Esplanade in Redondo Beach.

Back to Basics offers a FREE Vinyasa Yoga Class every Sunday (June 10) from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Plaza El Segundo. This complimentary one hour Vinyasa class is suitable for all levels. Wear weather appropriate clothing, bring a mat, bring a friend! Classes are not held on holidays. For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/backtobasicsshop/. Back to Basics is located in Plaza El Segundo at 2008-C East Park Place, El Segundo, CA (right next to Lululemon).

The next South Bay Food Swap will take place on Sunday, June 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Honest Abe Cidery. South Bay Food Swap is an eclectic gathering of artisan food lovers, who exchange extraordinary, handmade and homegrown food creations. Their mission is to bring together the community by sharing a love and passion for creating, and growing, fabulous food representative of various cultures and world travels. A Food Swap is part silent auction/part village marketplace/part fun-loving open house. It’s a modern take on an old tradition. Your homemade creations become your own personal currency that you can use to swap with other participants. No cash is exchanged. Artisanal goodies change hands and everyone goes home happy and inspired. Anyone can participate! Home bakers/cooks, canners, gardeners, food bloggers, professional chefs, students…pretty much anyone who likes to grow, make, or share food. There are food swappers of all ages and cultures. All participants must be individuals trading goods that they made, grew, or foraged themselves. Some examples of popular food swap items include jams, pickles, salsa or relishes, baked goods, granola, spice mixes, homemade pasta, vegetables or herbs. The sky is the limit. Think outside of the bakery box! This is a FREE event but if you plan to swap, you must register to reserve a space. For additional information and registration, visit the Facebook event page athttps://www.facebook.com/events/193489374769303/?notif_t=event_calendar_create¬if_id=1522710500815689. The Honest Abe Cidery is located at 17800 South Main Street, #105, Gardena, CA 90248.

The Torrance Beach Drum Circle meets on Sunday, June 10 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. right below the Torrance Beach parking lot. All ages and musical abilities are welcome to this FREE, family friendly event taking place every second Sunday. Drums and percussion instruments will be provided for everyone. It’s a classic South Bay scene where everyone enjoys co-creating spontaneous music together! For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Torrance-Beach-Drum-Circle/249121861823812.

Captain Kidd’s will host the monthly BCHD/Blue Zones Project Social Houron Tuesday, June 12 from 5 to 6 p.m. Italians drink a glass of red wine with each meal…and they might just be onto something. Studies show that for people who have a healthy relationship with alcohol, enjoying a glass of wine rich in artery-scrubbing flavonoids can benefit the health of the mind and body. Unwind with new and old friends during Social Hour. Attendees will enjoy discounted appetizers and the first glass of wine for $5. The monthly Social Hour takes place the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. at various venues throughout the South Bay. No registration is required, just show up! For additional information, visit the BCHD website athttp://bchd.org/socialhour. Captain Kidd’s is located at 209 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA.

Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/crusin-for-a-bruisin/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/night-global-fusion/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/music-munch/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/home-health-expo/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/summer-surf-movies/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hazardous-e-waste-recycling-round/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/fathers-day-volleyball-tournament/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/fathers-day-sunday-drive-beer-tasting-the-adm/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/el-segundo-summer-concerts-in-the-park-series/

This event listing is current as of yesterday, but new events are posted EVERY DAY, so be sure to check the website for updates athttp://www.southbaybyjackie.co... for details on these and other events
happening throughout the South Bay.

On May 1, 2018, the Lomita City Council approved the Project Barley Microbrewery and tasting room to be located along Pacific Coast Highway just west of Cypress Street. The new microbrewery will occupy a 3,500 square foot space and is planning to open sometime later this year. This is the second brewery approved by the City, with the first being Burnin Daylight which is currently under construction in Downtown Lomita along Narbonne Avenue just north of Lomita Boulevard. For additional information on Project Barley, visit the website at http://abc7.com/business/new-brewery-slated-to-open-in-lomita/3488993/. Project Barley Microbrewery will be located at 2308 Pacific Coast Highway in Lomita.

I know, I know, this isn’t the most glamorous bit of information, but they sent me an actual press release and I figured you should know about it….Terranea Resort recently opened an all new public restroom facility located along the public coastal trails that wind through the property. Providing welcome amenities for both the local community and visitors to the area is a long-standing priority for the resort and this new build will ideally make a day visit to Terranea and its surrounding beaches, hiking and biking trails even easier. The new facility is located at the bluffs near Nelson’s restaurant, just off the coastal trail. Up to 70% of the materials used in its buildout were supplied from within a 5 mile radius. All toilets are equipped to meet low water flow standards; pre-consumer, recycled clay roof tiles were used to reduce energy demands; and brick pavers were repurposed from past projects; among other sustainable build initiatives.

There’s a new gamer option in town! mealeap USA has just opened in Hermosa Beach. mealeap USA offers HADO ™ augmented reality gaming experiences in a brick and mortar location in the Hermosa Pavilion, and is completely mobile, with the ability to set up at off-site locations. HADO ™ combines motion sensors, smartphones, sports and AR tech to create a whole new experience called Techno Sports. HADO ™’’s AR tech enables people to shoot the energy balls and pull up the shields that people have dreamed of since childhood. I was invited to come by for a demo – and while I get a little queasy with 3D and VR, I didn’t have a problem with AR. The game involves two teams of 3 players, and if you’re into strategy, a coach on the sidelines. The playing field is a bit smaller than a volleyball court sans the net. Players are provided with a headset and a smartphone to wear on your wrist. The phone screen controls the speed and size of the energy balls and shields. It’s just like a game of dodge ball, without the ball or the bruises – you’re still dodging and weaving. It’s a ton of fun and quite the workout! meleap USA competes in the HADO ™ World Cup which offers a substantial grand prize, with teams from several countries represented. mealeap USA is now looking to recruit teams right here in the South Bay. Mealeap USA is currently offering demos to businesses interested in team building, event organizers and anyone thinking about including the HADO ™ gaming experience at an event. They plan on having demo events for the general public in the near future, so stay tuned for all the details. For additional information, contact Damir Vranjes at 310-483-2080 or via email at d.vranjes@meleap-usa.com.

The Palos Verdes Concours D’Elegance will take place on Sunday, September 30 at Zamperini Field at Torrance Airport. The event promises to be a Concours to remember with side-by-side displays of world class automobiles and vintage aircraft. In celebration of the Concours 25th Anniversary, discounted tickets are available for only $25! This offer ends soon, so grab your tickets now! For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.pvconcours.org/. Louis Zamperini Field is located at 3301 Airport Drive, Torrance, CA 90505.

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests are Stam Hill and Peter Neushul from the South Bay Coastliners. They decide to try something different for the annual show this year, so instead of having the show in a theater, they would recreate a real speakeasy for four performances of the Golden Globe nominated motion picture, Scarface; an action-packed, gangster musical at the Polyester Club on June 9 & 10and June 16 & 17 with matinees at 2 p.m. and evening shows at 7 p.m. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website atwww.coastliners.org. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/peter-neushul-stam-hill-south-bay-coastliners/. 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 our guest will be Danny Quisenberry and we’re going to learn about the new water dispenser, AquaViable - it makes water from air. I kid you not! You can listen live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/danny-quisenberry/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s new in Manhattan Beach!

Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!

Jackie

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