South Bay Weekend Guide August 27, 2015

South Bay Weekend Guide

August 27, 2015

It’s already the end of August….wow…..but summer isn’t over yet! We’ve got a fun-filled weekend lined up and have the big Labor Day Weekend to look forward to! Let’s take advantage of this sultry weather and get out and enjoy our coastal location. That’s why we live here, right?

Gallery H of Phantom Galleries LA in Hawthorne has posted a ‎Dia De Los Muertos Open Call for Art Exhibition to take place from October 24 through November 28. All submissions must be received by Thursday, August 27 by 5 p.m. PST. There is a maximum of four submissions from each artist. All submissions must be the artist’s original work. To submit your entries, contact Gloria Plascencia via email at g.plascencia@sbcglobal.net or call (310) 869-4992. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/353037421573340/. Gallery H is located at 12619 Hawthorne Boulevard in Hawthorne.

Custom Design & Construction hosts another of the popular Visiting Chef Series on Thursday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. featuring “Chopped Champion” and Executive Chef of Simple Gourmet, Chef Taji Marie. Inspired by Southern California living and vibrant farmers’ markets, Chef Taji is known for serving up nutritionally dense ingredients in dishes that highlight the rich flavors of the Mediterranean and Latin America. During this cooking demonstration event attendees will learn how to cook a delicious summer dinner. The evening’s menu includes:

•Melon Cucumber Gazpacho
•Grilled Yogurt-Chili Marinated Chicken Skewers
•Charred Eggplant Puree with Grilled Lemon & Tomato Salsa
•Salt & Pepper Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

The price is $65 per person and space is limited. It’s going to be a fabulous evening of food, fun, and tastings! NOTE: I attended this event a few months ago and appreciated the intimate setting – you can even ask the chef questions during prep – and the food was fantastic! It was a fun night! For additional information and to register, visit the website athttp://www.visitcustomdesign.com/visiting-chef-august-2015. Custom Design & Construction’s Design Center is located at 2001 East Mariposa Avenue in El Segundo.

Community Making Workshops is hosting a Paper Flower Make + Mingle tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. hosted by Open House Modern Beach Design and Ayayay Pop-Up Boutique. The workshop is designed for all skill levels and includes all materials and supplies. Refreshments will be served. The cost is $20 and space is limited. For additional information, visit the website at http://communitymakingworkshops.bigcartel.com/about-us. The workshop will take place at 1926 South pacific Coast Highway, Suite 112, Redondo Beach in Sea Breeze Plaza.

Cowboy Boot Camp® presents Dave Stamey in Concert on August 28 from 4 to 10 p.m. at the South Coast Botanic Garden. Dave Stamey, a seven time-Western Music Association’s “Entertainer of the Year”, has been called one of the “greatest song writers” the cowboy music genre has ever produced. This is his first concert in the South Bay. To view a YouTube clip of Dave Stamey’s performance, click here: https://youtu.be/F8drltu-Pk0?list=PL-hW26yF8C6JY9Vv9TRvhIrBPQ25Lmq1h. Pre-sale tickets are $65 or $75 at door. Price includes dinner, concert and access to the Garden Walk. For ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.CowboyBootCamp.net or via email at CowboyBootCamp@aol.com. For additional information, contact Jim Moore of Cowboy Boot Camp at 310-872-9421 or visit the website at http://trailrides.homestead.com/. South Coast Botanic Gardens is located at 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard in Rolling Hills Estates.

Ruby’s Diner sponsors Movies at the Lagoon on Friday, August 28 and this week they’ll be screening Back to the Future. The movie will begin at 8:15 p.m. and attendees should bring beach chairs and blankets. Food for purchase will be available from the Ruby’s Diner takeout window. The movies are free of charge and open to the public. Parking fees apply with validation. For additional information, call 310-376-7829 or visit the website at http://www.visitredondo.com/seaside-lagoon-movies.html#.VZQxcapRG02. Seaside Lagoon is located at 200 Portofino Way in Redondo Beach.

The Riviera Village Sidewalk Sale takes place Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. This unique shopping destination is home to hundreds of exceptional shops, restaurants and services. Stroll the streets of this quaint corner of Redondo Beach located just steps from the Esplanade, Redondo’s signature stretch of Pacific coastline. Businesses will be offering an eclectic mix of extraordinary items and fabulous finds for every budget. While you’re in the neighborhood, enjoy a meal at one of the many fabulous eateries located throughout the Village. Riviera Village is located within the triangle of Catalina Avenue from Palos Verdes Boulevard to Avenue I in South Redondo Beach. For more information, visit the website at http://www.rivieravillage.org/ or the Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/RivieraVillage.

Gallery H of Phantom Galleries LA in Hawthorne is proud to present the Peggy Sivert Zask Solo Show –TRANSFORMATIONS! The Opening Reception will take place on Saturday, August 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. with a special Art Performance by the artist at 7 p.m. In addition, there will be an Artist Talk on Sunday, September 20 from 4 to 7 p.m. The exhibition will be on view August 29 through September 26. Regardless of the medium Peggy Sivert Zask uses, from sculpture to oil painting, the artist is passionate and consistent with her concern for social justice and the environment. Zask has in recent years focused on ceramics as a medium. The show is curated by Gloria Plascencia. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/437756706417495/. Gallery H is located at 12619 Hawthorne Boulevard in Hawthorne.

The Torrance Community Services Department sponsors the popular Movies in the Park program again this summer. The final movie in the series is Happy Feet, which will be shown on Saturday, August 29 at El Retiro Park. The movie will begin at dusk, approximately 8 p.m. Prior to the start of the movie, a craft activity will be available for the children. The program is open to the public and is free of charge. Families are invited to bring their picnics, blankets and lawn chairs out as Victor Park is transformed into a movie theater. Don’t miss the fun! For additional information, call (310) 618-2930. El Retiro Park is located at 126 Vista del Parque in Torrance.

Richstone Family Center hosts the second annual Endless Summer Beach Bash on Saturday, August 29. The event takes place on a stretch of private beach in Redondo from 5:30 to 9 p.m. It will be a fun filled evening of dancing and reminiscing with a Beach Boy tribute set by Night Owl Productions. Guests will enjoy an evening filled with flavorsome dishes from several area restaurants including DOMA Kitchen, The Standing Room, Zazou, Bluewater Grill, Stacked and others. Guest will stay refreshed under the sun with cocktails from Ole Smoky Moonshine along with refreshing, ice-cold beer from Land Shark Brewery. All proceeds of ticket sales will continue to fund free mentoring programs against domestic violence for children who escaped abused homes. With invitations targeting Richstone’s most dedicated and generous supporters, they anticipate a sold out event with attendance exceeding 400 guests. Individual tickets are available for purchase at $100 at http://www.richstonefamily.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=547. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.richstonefamily.org/. The Endless Summer Beach Bash will take place at The Beach at King Harbor located at 208 Yacht Club Way in Redondo Beach.

Terranea Resort is hosting a Full Moon Yoga Class on Saturday, August 29. Yogis of all levels are welcome to this popular class and should bring their yoga mat. The class will take place at 8 p.m. at Catalina Point under the full moon and will be open to both guests and locals. Space is limited and reservations can be made by calling 310-265-2740. For additional information, 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.

Street Food Cinema and the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce present Manhattan Movie Nights on Saturday, August 29 at the Manhattan Beach Marriot Golf Course. The event features live music by The Singer and The Songwriter, food from local restaurants and a movie screening of Beetlejuice. Doors open at 5:30, the music begins at 6:30 and the movie starts at 8:30. Limited tickets will be available at the door (cash only) starting at 6 p.m. Please note: door may be held at any time to allow for advance ticket holders to enter. No dogs over 20 pounds will be permitted. Advance tickets prices are as follows:

Reserved Seating – $20
General – $13
Children Reserved 6-12 – $11
Children 6-12 – $6
Children under 5 – Free

For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.streetfoodcinema.com/schedule/. The Manhattan Beach Marriott Golf Course is located at 1400 Park View Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

BALEEN Kitchen hosts Sunday Funday Marina Concert & Cookout on Sunday, August 30. Guests are invited to stop by the BALEEN Kitchen fire pits and outdoor lounge/dining area overlooking the Redondo Marina from 3 to 6 p.m. The event will feature live music, gourmet burger bar, beer garden and more! The build-your-own-burger bar will offer a choice of beef patty, chicken breast or portobello mushroom grilled to perfection which guests can then customize with an array of garnishes. The burgers are $7 each; domestic beers are $3; well drinks and house wine are $4; and margaritas and The Dudes’s Micro Brewery Draft are $5. Sounds like a fun and inexpensive way to spend a summer Sunday in the South Bay! For additional information and to make a reservation, visit the website at http://www.hotelportofino.com/redondo-beach-baleen-restaurant.aspx. BALEEN Ktchen is located at 260 Portofino Way in Redondo Beach.

The Comedy & Magic Club will host A Night of Fun & Laughter to raise funds for Vietnam Veterans South Bay Chapter 53 on Wednesday, September 2. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 8 p.m. Guests must be seated by 7:30. Seating is on a first come, first served basis and there is a two item minimum. Attendees must be 18 years or older. Tickets are $20 per person (cash or check) and must be purchased through Bob Chiota by calling (310) 214-2014 or via email at quaddipper@msn.com. Make checks payable to ‘South Bay Chapter 53 VVA, a 501-C-19’. For additional information on the Vietnam Veterans South Bay Chapter 53, visit the website at http://www.vva53.org/. To complete your reservation, contact the Comedy & Magic Club at (310) 372-1193 or visit the website athttp://www.comedyandmagicclub.com. The Comedy & Magic Club is located at 1018 Hermosa Avenue in Hermosa Beach.

Here’s a heads-up on a few future events you’ll want to plan for now!

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/sea-lab-back-to-school-bash/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/chalk-art-festival-redondo-pier/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/cowboy-days/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-concours-delegance/

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 website http://www.southbaybyjackie.com for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.

Yesterday morning on The South Bay Show: Redondo Beach – More to Sea, our guests were Jeff Weigel, Dr. Nasrin, Rick Mendoza, Dr. Vicki Radel and Jim Stickler, all members of Redondo Beach Rotary. We learned a lot about the various connections between the Redondo Beach Chamber and Rotary and how much they accomplish within the community. You can listen to yesterday’s show here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-chamberrotary-connection/. There’s more to sea every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guest was Constance Dunn. Constance is an author and columnist who reports on her favorite South Bay spots as a contributing freelance writer for South Bay Digs and that’s exactly what we’re discussing today – Under the Radar South Bay! Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/under-the-radar-south-bay-with-constance-dunn/. 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, our guests will be Laura Fischer, Suzanne Sharer and Linda Merlo, all members of the Neptunian Women’s Club of Manhattan Beach and we’re going to find out what the mission of the Neptunian Women’s Club is and the role they play in the community. You can listen to the program live tomorrow morning at 8 a.m. here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-neptunians-woman-club/. Be sure to tune in every Friday morning for the latest Chamber news!

Have a fabulous South Bay Weekend!

Jackie

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com