South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide November 22, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving, my friends. I hope this holiday finds you surrounded by loved ones… and let’s keep in our thoughts and prayers all those experiencing such inconceivable suffering caused by the fires. We all know people affected by the devastation. Many have lost – literally –everything, and they don’t have much to be thankful for this year. With that in mind, tomorrow is Black Friday, the next day is Small Business Saturday, followed by Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday. These are all timely opportunities to provide a helping hand to the fire victims. So, do what you can, no matter how small. It will help.
The City of Torrance presents the annual Torrance Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 22. A time-honored tradition here in the South Bay, the annual Harry Sutter Memorial Thanksgiving Day 3 Mile Fun Run – aka Turkey Trot – gets under way at 8 a.m. at Sam’s Club in Torrance. All registered participants will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot shirt. The Village Runner and other sponsors will be providing great prizes – including mountain bikes! – for the after-race raffle. The City of Torrance invites runners and spectators to bring a can of food for a special Thanksgiving Food Drive. While you run or watch, the canned foods will be distributed to people in need throughout the South Bay. Registration is $25/$30/$35 and all runners must be registered. For additional information and registration, visit the website at https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/citywide-special-events/turkeytrot. Sam’s Club is located at 2601 Skypark Drive in Torrance.
Chroma Haze will be playing at The Lighthouse Cafe on Saturday, November 24 at 6 p.m. Chroma Haze is a local band with members from Hermosa Beach, Venice, Beverly Hills and Los Angeles. They are a very talented group of young musicians with diverse influences including Jimi Hendrix, Van Halen, Paramore, Foo Fighters and Metallica. They’ve played at iconic venues such as The Whisky, The Lighthouse Cafe, The House of Blues and The Hard Rock Cafe. Several members of the band have competed and WON the Battle of The Bands at the House of Blues for 3 consecutive years. All ages welcome! For additional information, visit the website at http://artistecard.com/ChromaHaze. The Lighthouse Cafe is located at 30 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.
South Bay locals The Coolerz return to the Lomita Alehouse on Saturday, November 24 from 8 to 11 p.m. The Coolerz are a South Bay-based classic rock band, playing fan favorites from ZZ Top and Stevie Ray Vaughn, to Roy Orbison, Van Morrison, and more. In addition, the audience is invited to help guitarist Mike Zajac celebrate his 40th birthday. His former bandmate, Adam Anderly, is flying in all the way from Dallas, Texas, to sing rock classics throughout the night. No cover charge, and lots of free parking at the Lomita Public Library. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/693542691031811/. Lomita Alehouse is located at 24123 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717.
The monthly Torrance Antique Street Faire takes place on Sunday, November 25 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features 200+ sellers offering antiques, collectibles, vintage clothes, jewelry, LP’s, toys, tools, plants, home decor and more. Have your antiques appraised for only $3, enjoy a free crafting activity with Karen’s Krafts 4 Kids and live music. Rain or shine, free admission and pet friendly! For additional information, call (310) 328-6107 or visit the website at http://www.torranceantiquefaire.com/. The Torrance Antique Street Faire is located at 1317 Sartori Avenue in downtown Torrance.
The Manhattan Beach Kiwanis will host the first annual Breakfast with Santa on Sunday, November 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Joslyn Center. This is a great opportunity to get your Holiday photos with Santa on the famous Manhattan Beach Santa Float. You can either take your own photos or use the services of professional photographers. Either way, Christmas is just around the corner and Kiwanis MB wants to help you start checking things off of your list. Along with Santa, there will be tons of things for the kids to do. Tickets are $8, children under 5 eat for free. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kiwanis-manhattan-beach-breakfast-with-santa-tickets-52161207576. The Joslyn Center is located at 1601 North Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach.

The City of Lawndale Community Services Department is proud to present the annual Angel Tree Lighting on Monday, November 26 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza. This fun-filled, family-friendly event includes arts and crafts, train rides, music, entertainment, refreshments, snow sledding, pictures with Santa and more. In keeping with the spirit of the season, a suggested donation of canned food items is requested. For additional information, contact the Community Services Department at 310-973-3270 or visit the website at FREE Holiday Parking Program. From November 27 through December 25, free parking will be offered at meters located in downtown Hermosa. The City of Hermosa Beach is pleased to offer residents and visitors the ability to park free of charge during the specified time frame at the designated meters for up to the posted time limit. Meters that are included in the program will be clearly marked with festive red Holiday bags. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Hermosa Beach has provided free parking to both residents and visitors for the holidays.
Gum Tree presents the first annual FREE Holiday Parking Program on Tuesday, November 27 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Manhattan Beach Farmers’ Market. Stop by and have a professional picture taken by Anne Marie of AM Photography for $20. Digital files will be emailed one week after the event. In addition, the kids get to enjoy complimentary Gum Tree muffins. Proceeds to benefit the Roundhouse Aquarium. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.downtownmanhattanbeach.com/events/?view=calendar&month=November-2018. The Manhattan Beach Farmers’ Market takes place at 13th Street and Morningside Drive in Manhattan Beach.
Ruby’s Diner will be Fundraising for SEA Lab on Tuesday, November 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. November 27 is Giving Tuesday, so help support SEA Lab by eating at Ruby’s Diner in Redondo Beach. Dine at Ruby’s and a portion of all food, non-alcoholic beverages, to-go orders and gift card sales will be donated to SEA Lab. Your contributions will help continue the marine education programs for the thousands of students and community members SEA Lab serves every year. You MUST present the flyer when ordering, so print it out or (save a tree) pull it up on your phone. For additional information, visit the website www.lacorps.org/programs/the-sea-lab/. Ruby’s Diner is located at 245 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
The community is invited to attend the annual State of the City Luncheon on Tuesday, November 27 from noon to 2 p.m. at Lomita Park Tom Rico Center. Come see what’s brewing (literally!) these days in Lomita! RSVP by November 1st to City Hall at 310-325-7110 or in person at 24300 Narbonne Avenue. The cost to attend is $15 per person. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.lomita.com/cityhall. The Tom Rico Center is located at 24428 Eshelman Avenue in Lomita.
Wayfarers Chapel presents the Zhena Folk Chorus on Tuesday, November 27 at 7:30 p.m. The Zhena Folk Chorus will transport the audience to the villages of Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. The women of Zhena (“woman” or “’wife” in Slavic languages) are dedicated to preserving and presenting the folk songs of Bosnia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, Macedonia, Romania, Russia, Turkey and Ukraine. Joining Zhena will be special guest Michael Herzmark playing the balalaika, and other surprises. Based in San Pedro, Zhena Folk Chorus appears throughout greater Los Angeles. The chorus was part of Avaz International Dance Theatre from 1989, becoming independent in 1993 and non-profit in 1994. Appearances have included the Getty Center, World City at Walt Disney Hall’s Keck Amphitheater, Mingei International Museum in San Diego, Los Angeles World Festival of Sacred Music, and many more. Come explore the intricate rhythms, enchanting harmonies and primal themes of this joyous music. A Zhena concert is a complete village experience with colorful authentic costumes, a lavish variety of music from early traditions and an engaging story-like narrative. Tickets are $20. Wayfarers Chapel is a small venue and tickets will sell out fast. Call (310) 377-1650 Ext 2 to reserve your tickets. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Wayfarers Chapel is located at 5755 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.

Torrance Memorial Medical Center presents the annual Holiday FestivalNovember 27 through December 2. The event features themed, decorated trees, live entertainment, holiday boutique, Opportunity Drawing, children’s activities, food court and special ticketed events: Fashion Show (11/27), Festival Gala (11/30) and Lunch with Santa (12/2). General admission is $5. General Public Hours: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Nov. 28, Thursday, Nov. 29 and Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Senior Days: (free for seniors and those with special needs) Wednesday, Nov. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Service Group Night: ($2 admission to nonprofit and community service group members) Thursday, Nov. 29, 4 to 9 p.m. Police and Fire Department Toy Drive: (free admission to Festival with a new, unwrapped toy with a value of $4 or more) Saturday, Dec. 1, 2 to 6 p.m. For additional information and ticket purchase, call 310-517-4606 or visit the website at http://www.TorranceMemorial.org/holidayfestival. The Holiday Festival events take place in the parking lot at Medical Center Drive and Skypark Drive in Torrance.
The El Segundo Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Salute to the Military Luncheon on Wednesday, November 28 at 11:30 a.m. at Raytheon. The event begins at 11:30 with registration and exhibitor tables. The program and lunch will commence at noon featuring Commander Ann Igl. Tickets are $60 per person. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.elsegundochamber.com/. Raytheon is located at 2000 East El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245.
Team Referral Network and Credit Furst will host a Business Credit Forum on Thursday, November 29 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at The Great Room. Accessing capital for your business can be difficult and confusing. This complimentary business forum will offer concrete strategies, clear up the confusion and answer your questions. Attendees will learn the key aspects of business credit – how to build it and how to get access to new credit – while enjoying a continental breakfast. This event is FREE to attend. To RSVP, contact Jeri@YourActualizedVisions.com. The Great Room is located at 2810 Artesia Boulevard, Redondo Beach, CA 90278.
Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/downtown-el-segundo-holiday-open-house/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-chamber-holiday-party-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/riviera-village-holiday-stroll/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/ymca-christmas-tree-lot/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/free-business-consulting/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/stuff-bus-drive/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-peninsula-land-conservancy-activities/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hawthorne-santa-parade/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/fishtivities-sea-lab/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hermosa-beach-holiday-celebration/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/beyond-label-holiday-sale/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/north-manhattan-beach-open-house-walkabout/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/sleepy-hollow-christmas-lights-extravaganza/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-peninsula-holiday-parade-of-lights/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/lunch-with-santa/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/holiday-bazaar/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/santa-polar-express-lomita-railroad-museum/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/malaga-cove-tree-lighting/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-school-cooking-ribbon-cutting-open-house/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/empowering-women-tech/
This event listing is current as of yesterday, but new events are posted EVERY DAY! Check the website for updates at http://www.southbaybyjackie.co... for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.

File this under “This is what happens when you can’t sleep”….. I looked all over the internet for a Thanksgiving poem and could find only two – and I wasn’t crazy about either of them. So, I came up with my own ode to my favorite American holiday…… https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/thanksgiving-eve/.
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, we’ll be airing a rerun with guests Brian Waldman, Stephanie Murg and Chris Rogers, co-Founders of Garage 77, a private club located in Redondo Beach. Garage 77 offers all the perks of owning classic cars, without the hassle, at a fraction of the cost, in your own private garage lounge. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/garage-77-encore/. 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, we’ll be airing a rerun with guests Steven Carvel, Cindy Carvel and Suzanne Karger from the Manhattan Beach Kiwanis and we’re going to hear about a couple of Kiwanis holiday events – the Santa Float and the first annual Breakfast with Santa. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-kiwanis-holiday-events-encore/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!
Happy Thanksgiving and have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
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