South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide May 30, 2019

I was out of town last week attending my nephew’s graduation ceremony, but I had heard the Southland was experiencing some funky weather (along with the rest of the nation) and when I landed at LAX Sunday evening, it was pouring. By the time I gathered my luggage and got on the road the rain had stopped, but there were ominous clouds in every direction. Weird. Anyway, while it will be on the cool side this weekend (low 60s), there’s no rain in the forecast and lots of fun events scheduled. Grab a jacket on your way out!
St. Francis Episcopal Church will host the annual Palos Verdes Antiques Show & Sale on Thursday, May 30 and Friday, May 31 from 11 am to 6 pm and Saturday, June 1 from 11 am until 4 pm. This year’s theme is “Peace, Love & Antiques” and features vintage and decorative arts from 1969 through 2019, in addition to the harvest cupboard, garden gazebo, patio luncheon, afternoon English Tea and evening wine and cheese events. Admission is $10 with return privileges and parking is free. Present the flyer and receive a $2 discount. For additional information, call (310) 375-4617, or visit the website at http://www.stfrancispalosverdes.org. St. Francis Episcopal Church is located at 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates, CA.
S-Club, A Sport Spa, invites the community to the Grand Opening Event on Friday, May 31 beginning at 7 a.m. Attendees will enjoy promotions and demos, infrared sauna, 3D body scan, compression boots, cryotherapy, gift cards, raffles and more throughout the day! There will be a yoga class and breakfast with Brandon McDaniel from 7 to 9 a.m. followed by lunch with Marco Nunez, former Lakers Head Athletic Trainer, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ribbon Cutting event will take place at 5 p.m. S-Club is a high-end luxury membership-based sports spa founded by Jim Landis and Co-founded by Head Athletic trainer of the Los Angeles Lakers, Marco Nunez. S-Club uses the unique circuit style recovery used by professional sports teams (specifically inspired by the LA Lakers) and made it accessible to the residential community. S-Club offers Cryo-sauna, infrared sauna, spin bikes, water rowers, Versa climbers, hydration, compression boots, Kinesio tapping and other warming/cooling elite recovery modalities. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.sclubfitness.com/. S-Club Fitness is located at 1112 Manhattan Beach Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
The Redondo Pier Association in partnership with King Harbor Association presents Family Movie Nights at the Redondo Beach Pier every Friday in May 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 throughout the month of May. 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 the website at http://RedondoPier.com/directory. The schedule is as follows:
-Friday, May 31, 2019, How to Train your Dragon: The Hidden World, PG (c) DreamWorks Animation 2019, 120 minutes
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 athttp://www.redondopier.com/events/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at the end of Torrance Boulevard, west of Pacific Coast Highway.
The Manhattan Beach Police and Fire Departments host the annual Police & Fire Open House & Car Show on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Police and Fire Open House showcases the services, equipment, as well as staff that provide public safety and emergency response to our community. Guests will have the opportunity to meet members of the Manhattan Beach Police Department and Manhattan Beach Fire Department including: SWAT Team, Motor/Traffic Officers, Parking and Animal Control Officers, K-9 Team, Firefighters/Paramedics, as well as volunteers that support Neighborhood Watch, Victim Assistance Team, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Police Explorers and the Police Support Volunteers program. There will be demonstrations throughout the day including: Police SWAT Team and K-9 Team and the Fire Department’s auto extrication using the jaws of life. There will be an extensive display of public safety vehicles including: Fire Truck, SWAT Van, Beach Patrol Rhino (all-terrain vehicle), Beach Patrol Truck, Patrol SUV, Traffic Motorcycle, Animal Control Rescue Truck and the Police and Fire Mobile Command Center. In addition, Police and Fire personnel will be displaying their specialized equipment used for SWAT, Firefighting, Animal Aid and Rescues. The Fire Bay will be open and there will be guided tours of the Jail throughout the day. There will be plenty of giveaways for the kids and lots of photo opportunities with a fire truck, police motorcycle or SUV and with your favorite police officer or firefighter. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.citymb.info/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/66760/35?curdate=6-1-2019&curm=6&cury=2019. The Police and Fire facilities are located at 400 15th Street on the corner of 15th Street and Valley Drive. Visitors can enter the event site through the gates on Valley Drive, between 13th Street and 15th Street or through the Fire Bay on 15th Street. Come early so you can enjoy coffee and donuts (while supplies last).

The monthly Fishtivities will take place on Saturday, June 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at SEA Lab. Join the SEA Lab team for bird crafts throughout the day, included with general admission to The SEA Lab. Touch tank tours begin on the hour every hour. Participate in a special presentation on local birds followed by bird watching from 1 to 3 p.m. Co-Hosted by Wild Birds Unlimited, this workshop provides hands-on birding experience and education while teaching participants how to properly use binoculars. May fulfill requirements for some scout badges! Price is $5/$10. To purchase tickets, visit the Eventbrite page athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/june-fishtivities-birding-at-the-beach-tickets-61359070632. For additional information, visit the website athttps://lacorps.org/programs/the-sea-lab/ or contact Adrianne Calbreath at acalbreath@lacorps.org or call 310-318-7458. SEA Lab is located at 1021 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
The Hermosa Beach Police Department will host the Community Safety Fair on Saturday, June 1 at the Hermosa Beach Community Center from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will offer lots of free fun for the entire family, including games, raffle prizes and food provided by the Hermosa Beach Police Officers’ Association, in addition to safety demos, seat inspections and more. Caricature and balloon artists will provide entertainment for the children. Acting Hermosa Beach Police Chief Milton McKinnon said the Community Safety Fair also provides an opportunity for police officers and staff to interact with residents and visitors to the City. “Our officers always enjoy the chance to meet with our residents. The Community Safety Fair provides a great opportunity to talk about how simple changes – like locking up their homes and cars – can be powerful deterrents to crime,” said Acting Chief McKinnon. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.hermosabch.org/index.aspx?page=28&recordid=1350. The Hermosa Beach Community Center is located at 710 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.
The Redondo Beach Library will host an Author Event with Jack Polo on Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. to noon in the second-floor meeting room. His Paraiso book series combines his career as a real estate agent with his love for characters entangled in mysteries not of their choosing. An award-winning screenwriter, Jack takes his readers inside the minds of his characters and the result is a can’t-put-down thriller. After discussing the novels and the ideas behind them, there will be time for questions, and Jack will happily sign copies of his books. This program is free and open to the public, no registration is required. For more information on programs and services at Redondo Beach Public Library, call (310) 318-0675, option 5, or visit the website at http://www.redondo.org/library. The Redondo Beach Main Library is located at 303 North Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach. Free underground parking is available at the Library.
The Mira Costa End Epilepsy Club presents Epipalooza on Saturday, June 1 from 3 to 8 p.m. at The Lighthouse Cafe. The event features five local teen bands – Good Vibe, XYZPDQ, Minor Problem, Pier Pressure and Chroma Haze. There will also be a silent auction and raffle. You can preview the auction items at https://www.32auctions.com/epipalooza. At the conclusion of the event, MCEE will be presenting a check to the national branch of End Epilepsy for all funds raised over the course of a year. Club founder, Slater Heidrich, who has epilepsy and suffers from Grand Mal seizures, has already raised $7,500 to date and hopes to bring in at least $5,000 with Epipalooza. For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Charity-Organization/Mira-Costa-End-Epilepsy-2061279823913028/. The Lighthouse Cafe is located at 30 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA.
Destination: Art presents the ###strong on Saturday, June 1 from 5 to 7 p.m. More than 50 paintings in every media format by 30 Associate Artists will be on display. This year’s judge, Bruce Harkins, will present awards across multiple categories. Over 80 Associate Artists provide ongoing support for Destination: Art’s mission to elevate the art experience in the South Bay community, in addition to the 17 studio and gallery artists. Meet the artists! Enjoy refreshments! See their newest pieces! Artwork will be available for sale during the reception. The Associates’ Art Exhibition will run June 1 through June 30. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.destination-art.net/. Destination: Art is located at 1815 West 213 Street, #135, Torrance, CA 90501, right next to the Bubble Bath Car Wash.
Terranea Resort presents the Nelson’s Summer Concert Series starting Saturday, June 1. The series runs from Memorial Day Weekend through late October. Fridays and Saturdays from 6 to 10 p.m., guests will enjoy live music at Nelson’s cliff-side perch overlooking the deep blue. Local bands and musicians will play everything from Country and Reggae to Classic Rock. Delicious food, fabulous music, incomparable vistas – this is how we do summer in the South Bay. To view the schedule, visit https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/nelsons-summer-concert-series-4/. For additional information, call (310) 265-2766 or visit the website at https://www.terranea.com. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.
Absolution Brewing presents Beer & Magic on Saturday, June 1 from 7 to 10 p.m. Drop by the taproom for a night of amazing illusions and optical wonders, along with a large selection of CRAFT BEER! Slater’s 50/50 food truck will be on site with sliders, poke, chicken wraps, loaded fries and more! No reservations required, see you there! For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/absolutionbrewing/. Absolution Brewing Company is located at 2878 Columbia Street, Torrance, CA 90503.

The South Coast Botanic Garden hosts the Ferrari Car Show on Sunday, June 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. With their beginnings in racing, the legendary Ferrari has been in production since 1943. Since then, company cars have racked up over 5,000 successes on race tracks and roads all over the world. Come see these legendary cars on the Upper Meadow as displayed by the Ferrari Club of America Southwest Region. This event is free to attend with garden admission. Admission to the garden is Adults $9; Seniors 62 and over $6; Students with ID $6; Children (5 – 12) $4; Children (4 and under) FREE, SCBG members FREE. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org/ or call (310) 544-1948. The South Coast Botanic Garden is located at 23600 Crenshaw Boulevard in Rolling Hills Estates. Parking is free.
Join Beach Cities Health District for the FREE Summer Fitness Series: Zumba in the Park, every Monday in June at 6 p.m. in Alta Vista Park. Get ready to dance your way into shape this summer! Every Monday night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the public is invited to participate and move at their own pace. All ages are welcome. This FREE community event brings together friends, family, fitness and fun! Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and athletic clothing. Classes will be led by certified Zumba® instructors from the Center for Health & Fitness. Zumba in the Park is a huge hit every summer! For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.bchd.org/freefitness. Alta Vista Park is located at 715 Julia Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce hosts the monthly Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, June 5 from Noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Belamar Hotel. The Entrepreneurial Equation is designed to help educate business owners about tools and strategies to help make building, running, and preserving a business easier. Meet Jeanie, Financial Advisor for Edward Jones, as she shares vital tips to entrepreneurship. Network with locals and business owners at the monthly Lunch & Learn. It’s the perfect opportunity to enhance your business skills while meeting new people. Tickets are $15 for Members and $25 for non-Members. For additional information and reservations, visit the website at https://www.manhattanbeachchamber.com/#. The Belamar Hotel is located at 3501 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
El Camp Coworking Space presents Cannabis vs. CBD: Get Answers from the Experts on Wednesday, June 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. CBD seems to be everywhere now — from drugstores to restaurant menus – but we all have questions about CBD and there are too few trusted sources for answers. This event is for anyone interested in getting their CBD questions answered by unbiased experts so you can decide how, or if, to use CBD for yourself or loved ones. Three Wells-vetted companies will showcase CBD products. All proceeds will benefit CannaKids! Check-in is from 7 to 7:30 p.m. followed by the program and a Q & A from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy bites, cocktails and conversation from 8:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cannabis-vs-cbd-get-answers-from-the-experts-tickets-61068714168. El Camp Coworking Space is located at 2150 Park Place, Suite 100, El Segundo, CA 90245.
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Impact Awards Celebration on Thursday, June 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance-South Bay. The event will recognize incoming Chairman, Dan Armendariz, and Leadership Torrance 2019 graduates. The honorees include Large Business of the Year (Sunrider International); Small Business of the Year (Andes Florist); Non-Profit of the Year (South Coast Botanic Garden) and more. Tickets are $45. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.torrancechamber.com/event/2019awards/. DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance — South Bay is located at 21333 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503.

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

The Redondo Beach Library offers a variety of activities for all ages including music, writing, dance, language, reading, crafts and more! A few require registration but all of them are FREE! To view the schedule for June, visit https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-library-activities-2/.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy offers a calendar full of special activities and monthly events. One of the South Bay’s best kept secrets is the surprising amount of natural habitat to be found in the area and it is the mission of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy to “preserve land and restore habitat for the enjoyment and education of all.” To view the schedule for June, visit https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-peninsula-land-conservancy-activities/.
The building Marsatta Chocolate is located in is currently undergoing renovation, and they wanted me to pass the word they’re still open during construction! The address is 4604 Del Amo Boulevard in Torrance. The storefront faces Anza and is covered with blue scaffolding. Don’t forget your hard hat. Kidding!
The team at ESAW is writing an article for the upcoming El Segundo Art Walk Magazine called ‘How to ESAW’ that will outline how to make a night of the event and they’re including a section with quotes from past ESAW guests. If you’re interested in being included, please send your answer to the question: “What’s your favorite thing to do during the El Segundo Art Walk?” If your quote is picked, they’ll list your first name/last initial. You could be FAMOUS! Please respond with your reply to George Renfro athttp://www.elsegundoartwalk.com.
On May 22, 2019 Torrance City Council Member Milton S. Herringannounced his resignation from office effective June 30, 2019. In his resignation letter, Herring writes, “Serving on the Torrance City Council has been an honor and privilege. Public service is an honorable calling, and I have been blessed to help lead the City during the past 3 years […] It is with a heavy heart that I, with the support of my wife, have made the difficult decision to step down from my position as Council Member to dedicate more time to my family, and enjoy watching my grandchildren grow up.” Herring’s resignation creates a vacancy on the Torrance City Council. The six-member City Council may choose to have a special election or appoint a new Council Member to fill the vacancy. Council Member Herring was elected into office on June 7, 2016.
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests are Brooke Blake and Slater Heidrich from the band Good Vibe and Rebekkah Halliwell, Executive Director, Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles. We’re going to learn a bit about the band and their fundraising concert, Epipalooza, taking place this Saturday, June 1 from 3 to 8 p.m. at The Lighthouse Café and where we stand in the battle to end epilepsy. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime athttps://www.southbaybyjackie.com/epipalooza-good-vibe/. 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 Chamber 360, our guest will be Julia Newman, founder of Julia Adele Design, and we’re going to learn about universal design (Julia’s specialty) and some of the recent design trends. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/julia-newman-julia-adele-design/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
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