South Bay By Jackie Weekend Guide Sept. 17, 2015

These days, it’s all about the rain, and that was a nice, much needed soak we experienced the other day. At this point, we’d welcome any form of precipitation but we really don’t want it to interfere with our weekend plans, right? For better or worse, it’s going to be clear over the next few days so let’s get out and enjoy the rain-washed skies while we can. There’s a monster El Nino on the horizon and (hopefully?) it’s coming our way.

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is holding its monthly Evening Networking Mixer/Block Party/Expoon Thursday, September 17 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the parking lot adjacent to Bristol Farms in Rolling Hills Estates. The event is hosted by Chamber members in the surrounding business district and will feature appetizers from local restaurants, entertainment and an Expo featuring many of the hosting Chamber Members. Chamber members and non-members alike are welcome to build business referrals and expand their marketing. This event is FREE to PVP Chamber Members. Admission for guests and prospective Members is $15 and includes appetizers. A cash bar will be available as well as a raffle with great items. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to the Chamber by calling 310-377-8111 or via email to office@palosverdeschamber.com. For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.palosverdeschamber.com. Bristol Farms is located at 837 Silver Spur Road inRolling Hills Estates.

The Empty Saddle Club presents Cowboy Days Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20 in Rolling Hills Estates. The activities start on Friday at 6 p.m. with an opening ceremony, followed by dinner and the exciting Night at the Races. Back by popular demand, the Sand Bag Race promises an evening of entertainment you won’t soon forget and is open to any rider, 18 years of age or older. Dinner tickets may be pre-purchased for $15 per person or $18 at the door. Saturday will include Cutting, Team Roping and Trail Competition all open to riders 18 and older, as well as a performance by the local Junior Drill Team. Guests will enjoy shopping at the vendor booths and custom hats will be available for purchase. Lunch will be available for purchase both Saturday and Sunday. The Saturday night Western BBQ Dinner features top sirloin, barbeque chicken, sides and dessert. Guest will enjoy some great Western music performed live by The Jay Hollister Band. The cost is $20 per person or $25 at the door. In addition, a silent auction will take place throughout the evening. Sunday’s events include Ranch Sorting and Gymkhana, as well as the Buckle Presentations for the winners and, of course, the much anticipated All Around Cowboy award. This year, the All Around Cowboy competition will again be open to everyone. The winner will receive a beautiful trophy saddle made by Corriente Saddle Co, which was generously donated by Janice and Mark Dickson. No outside alcohol will be allowed on the premises. Guests are invited to visit the Saloon for refreshments and libations. Note: Awards for each event will be presented at the conclusion of the event with the exception of the All-Around Awards, which will be presented around 4 p.m. on Sunday. The events are open to the public and free to attend. For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.emptysaddleclub.com/cowboy_days.asp. The Empty Saddle Club is located at 39 Empty Saddle Road in Rolling Hills Estates.

JS Gallery will host a Grand Opening Fete on Friday, September 18 from 6 to 10 p.m. The public is invited to stop by and discover these fabulous contributors to the local art scene. The event features music, wine, eats and friends in addition to all the great art from photographer Jill Sanders and painter Joshua Serafin. Everybody will be there! NOTE: I stopped by the gallery last weekend and the works are FANTASTIC! For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.galleryjs.la/. Jill Sanders Gallery is located at 1733 South Catalina Avenue in Redondo Beach.

Chef Shafer and Depot Productions present Musical Café for a Cause – The History of Rock & Roll, a multimedia presentation of Steve Barri’s life on Saturday, September 18 at The James Armstrong Theater. The famed record producer, song writer and composer will recount his story of the music of the 60s and 70s performed live on stage under the stars. Attendees will hear Steve’s personal experience and unique perspective of rock & roll. He is one of the more enduring music makers from the era and his hits include Secret Agent Man, Eve of Destruction, Billy Don’t Be a Hero, Ain’t No Woman Like the One I Got and many others. Café dining and bar service begin at 5 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 for general admission (seating is first come, first serve) and $75 for VIP seating with wait service. If you would like to attend, call Michael Delany at 310-782-8586. Tickets will also be available at the door. All proceeds to benefit Del Amo Rotary, Trash for Teaching and South Bay Children’s Health Center. The James Armstrong Theater is located at 3330 Civic Center Drive in Torrance.

Everyone’s favorite, practically perfect nanny is flying onto the Norris Theatre stage Friday, September 18 through October 4, in a spectacular production of Disney’s smash hit Broadway musical, Mary Poppins. Featuring beloved songs from the movie, plus brand-new breathtaking musical numbers and amazing special effects, Mary Poppinstakes both children and adults alike on a magical musical adventure where “anything can happen if you let it.” The production stars Gail Bennett, who has performed the title role in the musical’s national tour and regional premiere. With a live orchestra and flight design is by ZFX Flying Effects, Mary Poppins will sweep you away in this dazzling live theatre experience for the whole family. Show times are 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Ticket prices range from $48-$58, with a $10 discount for children ages 12 and under. For additional information and ticket purchase, call the box office at (310) 544-0403 or visit the website athttp://www.norriscenter.com/2014-2015Season.html. The Norris Theatre is located at 27570 Norris Center Drive in Rolling Hills Estates.

The annual California Coastal Cleanup Day, a yearly beach and inland waterway effort to eliminate waste, will take place Saturday, September 19. You’ve been recycling for years, reduced your water consumption, turned in the old gas guzzler for a cleaner fuel ride and maybe even installed solar panels. What more can be done? Funny you should ask. Join thousands of volunteers up and down the coast as they gather to remove trash and debris that eventually ends up in the ocean. California Coastal Cleanup Day was first organized in 1985 by the California Coastal Commission. Last year, over 65,000 volunteers removed almost 770,000 pounds of trash from beaches, rivers and lakes throughout the state. Coastal Cleanup Day is about much more than picking up trash. It’s a chance for Californians to join people around the world in expressing their respect for our oceans and waterways. It’s an opportunity for the community to demonstrate its desire for clean water and healthy marine life. It’s a moment to share with one’s neighbors, family, and friends, coming together to accomplish something vital and worthy on behalf of our environment. Heal the Bay will be organizing the South Bay effort and there are cleanup sites from El Segundo to Rolling Hills. The cleanup takes place between 9 a.m. and noon. To learn more and sign up as a volunteer, visit the website at http://www.healthebay.org. Yes, you can do more.

The 23 annual Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance will take place at Los Verdes Golf Course on Sunday, September 20. Just once a year the cream of historical automotive beauty, innovation and engineering are curated into multiple classes and placed on display at a stunning outdoor venue. This year, the Concours features ‘Automotive Standards of the World’ and will showcase Cadillac, Darrin and Ferrari. Considered one of the premiere car shows on the west coast, the Concours attracts the top exhibitors in their class from all over the western United States. Some 200 amazing classic automobiles will be inspected and judged by a team of experts for adherence to original specifications, attention to detail, and loving care of their restoration. The judging results are then presented in the afternoon as the winning autos are recognized in the Parade of Excellence. As they take their honorary drive in front the crowd, they are awarded their coveted Palos Verdes Concours D’Elegance crystal trophies to the sound of the gallery’s cheers. Will your favorites of the day be chosen? There’s only one way to know. Just once a year. You should be here. Mark your calendar. Bring your friends and family. Los Verdes Golf Course is located at 7000 Los Verdes Drive in Rancho Palos Verdes. For more information, visit the website at http://www.pvconcours.org/.

King Harbor Brewing Company is hosting a Golf Course Takeover & Tournament at The Lakes at El Segundo on Sunday, September 20. Attendees will enjoy a round of golf with free-flowing beer while a portion of the proceeds benefit the Richstone Family Center. Check in is at 10 a.m. and tee off at 11 a.m. Afterward, guests will enjoy the Grill + Beer Garden at 1 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through September 20 for a foursome at $60/person or single for $70 per person. Purchase your foursome or single ticket at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/king-harbor-brewing-co-golf-course-takeover-tickets-18236263154. Greens fee Includes 9 holes of golf, on course beer station, post golf beer garden, a totally awesome goodie bag, raffle prizes and a guaranteed radical time. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page athttps://www.facebook.com/events/1677825235783208/. The Lakes at El Segundo is located at 400 South Sepulveda Boulevard in El Segundo, California 90245.

Celebrate National Yoga Month at Terranea Resort as they present Los Angeles’ largestYoga Event on Sunday, September 20, along with complimentary classes throughout September. Open to the public, the free yoga event begins at 4:30 p.m. with an outdoor wellness marketplace. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with fitness experts from The Spa at Terranea who will share tips on exercise routines, staying fit and enjoy a Lululemon trunk show previewing the latest athletic wear. Fruit smoothies and healthful bites from Terranea’s Spa Café will also be served. For those wanting to arrive early and unwind at The Spa, Terranea is providing a discounted $45 day pass, allowing guests to relax by the pool and access additional spa amenities. The feature event, Sunset Yoga Class, will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Terranea’s 16,000-square-foot oceanfront Palos Verdes Meadows. The complimentary one hour class, led by Terranea’s fitness gurus, will emphasize the most current yoga moves and techniques. Seasoned yogis and beginners alike are invited to participate. It is recommended that attendees bring a yoga mat. Participants will receive a goody bag featuring a variety of products and special offers and be eligible for a drawing to win one of several prizes, including an overnight stay at Terranea Resort with a 60-minute spa treatment, valued at $700. Throughout the month of September, starting on September 3, Terranea Resort will also be offering complimentary yoga classes at the oceanfront yoga movement studio at The Spa at Terranea. Classes will be offered three times a week, Mondays at 8:30 a.m., Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. and Fridays at 7:00 a.m. with options available for all skill levels. Space is limited and advance reservations are required. For additional information about Terranea Resort, the outdoor yoga event or for complimentary class reservations, contact The Spa at Terranea at 310-265-2740 or visit the website at http://www.terranea.com/. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way in Rancho Palos Verdes. NOTE: I went to this event last year and it was GREAT!

ICAN is celebrating 40 years at the annual Dinner, Auction & Concert on Sunday, September 20 at the Crown Plaza Hotel beginning at 5 p.m. This special evening will offer supporters a look back at ICAN’s legacy of serving people with disabilities over the past 40 years, as well as a look ahead to the launching of three new programs as they advance their mission of empowering people with disabilities. The event features dinner, an auction and concert with guest appearances from former directors over the last 40 years. Tickets are $40 per person. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://icanla.net/espresso_events/?ee=95. The Crowne Plaza Hotel is located at 300 North Harbor Drive in Redondo Beach.

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These are just a few of the events taking place, so be sure to check the Calendar links, Things to Do page and Daily Blog post on my websitehttp://www.southbaybyjackie.com for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.

Here’s the link for my article about the new Mendocino Farms location at The Point in El Segundo:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/mendocino-farms-vip-reception-the-point/. It’s a tasty addition to the South Bay food scene! If you haven’t been yet, go…..now!

Yesterday morning on The South Bay Show: Redondo Beach: More to Sea, our guests were Arnette Travis, representing the North Redondo Beach Business Association and Chris Hatanelas, representing the Riviera Village Association and we discussed how the different business associations within the City of Redondo Beach work with the Chamber and support each other’s mission. AND WE GAVE AWAY A FREE PAIR OF TICKETS TO THE REDONDO BEACH LOBSTER FESTIVAL! You can listen to yesterday’s show here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-business-associations/. There’s more to sea every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests were Dick Croxall and Ray Johnson from the Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance and they gave us the backstory of the Palos Verdes Concours d’Elegance and told us everything we need to know about this incredible event happening this weekend right in our backyard. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it here:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-concours-delegancce/. Tune in every Thursday at 8 a.m. to keep up with what’s going down in the South Bay!

Tomorrow morning on The South Bay Show: Manhattan Beach 360, I’m not sure who our guests will be since we had a last minute cancellation, so be sure to tune in and find out! You can listen to the program live tomorrow morning at 8 a.m. here:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-360/. Be sure to tune in every Friday morning for the latest Chamber news!

Have a fabulous South Bay Weekend!

Jackie

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