Name: TEDxManhattan Beach: NEXT IS NOW!
Start: 2026-11-07T08:00:00-08:00
Location: Mira Costa High Auditorium, 1401 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266

Mira Costa High Auditorium, 1401 Artesia Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266

Tickets are now on sale for TEDxManhattanBeach 2026: NEXT IS NOW! Join us on Sat. Nov. 7, from 8 am to 3 pm, at Mira Costa High School Auditorium and Campus to experience immersive live talks, thought-provoking ideas and new insights. 

TEDxManhattanBeach: NEXT IS NOW presents the people and ideas redefining what’s next, from breakthrough innovations and game changing technologies to bold human stories and visionary leaders. 
The ideas shaping tomorrow are unfolding today. Meet a humanistic technologist, a space visionary, a food architect, a medicine innovator, a legacy champion, an artist who has a unique mission, and other inspiring, groundbreaking leaders.

Experience the interactive TEDxManhattanBeach Expo, a playground of discovery and engaging hands-on learning. Tickets include breakfast &amp; lunch, snacks and beverages. Senior and Student discount tickets are available. BUY TICKETS AT: <a href="https://www.tedxmb.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.tedxmb.org</a>

Local Event: TEDxManhattan Beach:  NEXT IS NOW!

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Manhattan Beach

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TEDxManhattan Beach:  NEXT IS NOW!

Tickets are now on sale for TEDxManhattanBeach 2026: NEXT IS NOW!  Join us on Sat. Nov. 7, from 8 am to 3 pm, at Mira Costa...

Zoom

Quarterly "Ask the Doctor” 
with Dr. Juline Asamoah, MD (she/her) and Kristen Williams (they/she)
Are you the parent or caregiver of a transgender or gender expansive individual wanting to support their journey? Are you a member of the LGBTQ+ community with questions about your own Gender Affirming care options? Come and bring all of your questions to our open forum to ask these medical professionals any important care questions that you may be seeking answers to. We are here to listen and help you find some clarity on these important topics.
About our Presenters:
Dr. Juline Asamoah, MD (she/her) has lived all over the south and Midwest but mainly grew up in Louisville, Kentucky. She completed her undergraduate training at the University of Louisville and received her medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She went on to complete her Internal Medicine-Pediatrics residency at the Detroit Medical Center/ Wayne State University.
Dr. Asamoah enjoys caring for both children and adults, particularly adolescents as they transition to adulthood. Her interests include transition medicine of those with chronic childhood disease, adolescent medicine, women's health, and LGBTQ+ health. She is passionate about learning and teaching about the disparities in health in underserved populations and how those social determinants of health impact an individual.In her free time, she loves being a foodie, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Kristen Williams (they/she) is the Program Manager of the UCLA Gender Health Program and supervisor of its Care Coordination Team, which supports patients with navigating gender-affirming care at UCLA Health. With their Master’s degree in clinical psychology, Kristen also works to support GHP faculty in building rigorous, innovative research and education programs in collaboration with trans and gender expansive community members and organizations to improve the future of gender-affirming healthcare.
To attend via Zoom, send a request to rsvp@pflagmanhattanbeach.org

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with Dr. Juline Asamoah, MD (she/her) and Kristen Williams (they/she)
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<ul><li>Review College Admissions factors</li><li>Learn how you can help&nbsp;your&nbsp;student now</li><li>Future steps -&nbsp;<a href="https://go.thryv.com/site/Class101Hawthorne/online-scheduling?event=fwr3eby1kw339fgu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register now</a>!<a href="https://go.thryv.com/site/Class101Hawthorne/online-scheduling?event=fwr3eby1kw339fgu" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a></li></ul>

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First Lutheran Church

It's time for First Lutheran Church &amp; Circle of Love Preschool's annual TRUNKTOBERFEST!
What is Trunktoberfest? Great question!
Trunktoberfest is our annual family-friendly combination of our beloved Trunk-or-Treat &amp; Oktoberfest events along with our annual ministry-wide service event to support Lutheran Social Services to stock their pantry before Thanksgiving. 
What to expect from Trunktoberfest 2026:
<ul><li>FREE Admission (donations are accepted to help cover the costs of the event)</li><li>FREE Oktoberfest themed food</li><li>Beer &amp; Wine (available for sale: cash &amp; zelle/card)</li><li>Trick-or-Treating</li><li>Crafts &amp; Games</li><li>Music &amp; Singing</li><li>Costume Parade</li><li>Cake Walks (win a free sweet treat)</li><li>Annual Stein Holding Competition</li><li>And more!</li></ul>
&nbsp;If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at admin@first-lutheran.com.
Autumn blessings, April Lang Administrative &amp; Events Coordinator First Lutheran Church/Circle of Love Preschool

Local Event: Trunktoberfest 2026

Trunktoberfest 2026

It's time for First Lutheran Church & Circle of Love Preschool's annual TRUNKTOBERFEST!
What is Trunktoberfest? Great...

Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility

Join us for our annual FREE family festival celebrating sustainability and the incredible connection between water and life on our one-of-a-kind planet! 🌎💦
 
🚀💧 Blast off into a water education adventure at West Basin’s Water Harvest Festival! 🌎✨ 
🌟 What to expect: 
🚀 Space-themed activities &amp; photo opportunities 
🧪 Hands-on STEM activities &amp; interactive games 
🎃 Kids’ costume contest with prizes 
🎶 Live entertainment &amp; music 
🍴 Free food, giveaways &amp; raffle prizes 
💧 Water education &amp; exhibits from community partners 
🏭 Tours of our water recycling facility with West Basin engineers and operations staff 
🅿️ Free on-site parking 
Bring the whole family and discover how we can all help protect the water resources that make life possible—right here at home and across our water planet. 
Admission is FREE, and there’s something for everyone! We can’t wait to see you there💙💧 
👉 Visit WestBasinCA.gov/water-harvest for event details and updates.

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Water Harvest

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Ready for a Magical Halloween Adventure? Calling all little knights, dragons, wizards, witches, princesses, and characters from every universe!We can’t wait to welcome you back to MBCC for our Magical Medieval Halloween Extravaganza! Explore the Haunted Forest, conquer medieval games, get creative with arts and crafts, embark on a magical scavenger hunt, and capture unforgettable moments at our photo spots! &nbsp;Popcorn, cotton candy, treats, drinks, and plenty of surprises await! &nbsp; October 24 | 5–8:30 PM Community Hall | Manhattan Beach Community Church 303 S. Peck Ave., Manhattan Beach Our early start is perfect for little adventurers, but the entire kingdom is welcome, no matter your age! Free admission, magical memories, and fun for the whole family! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/southbay?__cft__[0]=AZjSeFwxkfsOCD1bTPAs4BZ31d-b-T5xz5U5LpRQQDY8GrcFS9v3xHTzCu3u9EOWQGsszBBZPjwKRSinLMOEaQQ5dLpYL4sP6IslBVKGGCozBCvrgq8TSwJUsLdzr30tBV0F-dgjPdA-Rjz0OS7oUYCsJwKT4d2o&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#southbay</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/halloween?__cft__[0]=AZjSeFwxkfsOCD1bTPAs4BZ31d-b-T5xz5U5LpRQQDY8GrcFS9v3xHTzCu3u9EOWQGsszBBZPjwKRSinLMOEaQQ5dLpYL4sP6IslBVKGGCozBCvrgq8TSwJUsLdzr30tBV0F-dgjPdA-Rjz0OS7oUYCsJwKT4d2o&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#halloween</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/manhattanbeach?__cft__[0]=AZjSeFwxkfsOCD1bTPAs4BZ31d-b-T5xz5U5LpRQQDY8GrcFS9v3xHTzCu3u9EOWQGsszBBZPjwKRSinLMOEaQQ5dLpYL4sP6IslBVKGGCozBCvrgq8TSwJUsLdzr30tBV0F-dgjPdA-Rjz0OS7oUYCsJwKT4d2o&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#manhattanbeach</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/communitychurch?__cft__[0]=AZjSeFwxkfsOCD1bTPAs4BZ31d-b-T5xz5U5LpRQQDY8GrcFS9v3xHTzCu3u9EOWQGsszBBZPjwKRSinLMOEaQQ5dLpYL4sP6IslBVKGGCozBCvrgq8TSwJUsLdzr30tBV0F-dgjPdA-Rjz0OS7oUYCsJwKT4d2o&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#communitychurch</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/halloweenevent?__cft__[0]=AZjSeFwxkfsOCD1bTPAs4BZ31d-b-T5xz5U5LpRQQDY8GrcFS9v3xHTzCu3u9EOWQGsszBBZPjwKRSinLMOEaQQ5dLpYL4sP6IslBVKGGCozBCvrgq8TSwJUsLdzr30tBV0F-dgjPdA-Rjz0OS7oUYCsJwKT4d2o&amp;__tn__=*NK-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#halloweenevent</a>

Local Event: Magic Medieval Halloween Fun House

Magic Medieval Halloween Fun House

Ready for a Magical Halloween Adventure?   Calling all little knights, dragons, wizards, witches, princesses, and characters...

Hermosa Beach Community Theatre

<a href="https://pear.us/rimovision/post/its-funny-now-a-evening-of-comedic-storytelling" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Get your Ticket</a>
Five champions of The Moth, the storytelling series behind the Peabody Award-winning Moth Radio Hour, will share one stage in Hermosa Beach on Saturday, October 24, at 8 PM. "It's Funny NOW: An Evening of Comedic Storytelling" is a special one-night event at the Hermosa Beach Playhouse, presented by the nonprofit RimoVision Group, headlined by four-time Moth GrandSLAM champion and Hermosa Beach local Frank Traynor.
Frank Traynor (Headliner) 
Frank Traynor is a four-time Moth champion, a RISK! alum, and a Hermosa Beach local. After thirteen years in stand-up comedy, he takes his final bow on October 24, on the hometown stage he's always dreamed of playing.
Carlos Kotkin (Host) 
Carlos Kotkin has won The Moth StorySLAM fourteen times and hosts The Moth in Los Angeles, where he has introduced countless storytellers to the stage. He keeps the night moving as host of It's Funny NOW.
Vicki Juditz 
Vicki Juditz is a Moth GrandSLAM champion whose stories have been heard on The Moth Radio Hour and KCRW's UnFictional. Television audiences know her from Everybody Loves Raymond.
Julia Lechner 
Julia Lechner is a Moth GrandSLAM champion who has performed on PBS's Stories from the Stage, at Netflix Is a Joke Fest, and on the RISK! podcast.
Kelly Spillman 
Kelly Spillman is a Moth GrandSLAM champion and stand-up comedian who has headlined The Ice House and featured at the Hollywood Improv and The Comedy Store. She has toured her solo show, I Blame Florida, nationwide.

Local Event: It's Funny NOW: Frank Traynor's Final Show + Five Moth Champions

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It's Funny NOW: Frank Traynor's Final Show +...

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It's Funny NOW: Frank Traynor's Final Show + Five Moth Champions

Downtown Torrance

Celebrate history, vintage treasures, and community at the <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=Downtown+Torrance+Antique+Street+Faire+28-Year+Anniversary+Celebration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Downtown Torrance Antique Street Faire 28-Year Anniversary Celebration</a> on Sunday, October 25, 2026!
For nearly three decades, our historic downtown has transformed into a vibrant outdoor vintage village, and this milestone anniversary promises to be our best market yet. Whether you are a seasoned collector hunting for rare heirlooms or just looking for a fun family day out, join us from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
along Sartori Avenue for a memorable day of shopping, music, and local culture.
Here is what you can look forward to at our 28th-anniversary spectacular:
<ul>
 <li>200+ Vintage Exhibitors: Stroll through rows of unique booths featuring high-quality antiques, vintage furniture, retro clothing, jewelry, books, and one-of-a-kind collectibles.</li>
 <li>Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade</li>
 <li>Live Entertainment &amp; Music: Keep your festive energy high with live music and beats from DJ Ozzie playing throughout the day. </li>
 <li>Downtown Dining &amp; Craft Beer: Fuel your shopping trip by exploring Downtown Torrance's incredible local restaurants, cozy cafes, and popular craft breweries just steps away from the faire.</li>
 <li>History of Soccer Exhibit at the Museum, 1345 Post Ave.</li>
</ul>
The event features free admission and is completely pet-friendly, so feel free to bring your furry friends dressed in costume along for the fun!
Event Details:
<ul>
 <li>Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026</li>
 <li>Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM</li>
 <li>Location: 1317 Sartori Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501</li>
 <li>More Info: Call (310) 328-6107. You can also follow the updates on Instagram @streetfaireantiques.</li>
</ul>
Come out and help us toast to 28 incredible years of vintage magic in Torrance!

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