South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide February 27, 2020

Every week on The South Bay Show podcast, we feature topics specific to the South Bay, and this time of year, we always invite a local tax accountant as our guest to go over the new tax laws. This year, there are a couple of new regulations that will affect many of us. Did you know that for the first time, post-dating your tax return by April 15 is no longer accepted? Now, the IRS and Franchise Tax Board must RECEIVE your tax return by April 15. This won’t affect you if you e-file by April 15 (which I believe most of us do), BUT, if you know anyone that still mails in their return, you might want to tell them to do it at least a week or ten days in advance. Then there’s the whole kerfuffle about AB5, which will affect many industries and businesses. Who is an ‘independent contractor’ and who isn’t? You need to figure that out before you file! For more insight, you can listen to the podcast at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/tax-time-sylvia-gayed-manhattan-tax-accounting/.
The Torrance Police Department will host Coffee with a Cop today, Thursday, February 27 from 8 to 10 a.m. at Clutch and Coffee. All community members are invited to attend, meet with Torrance Police officers, discuss community issues and drink coffee. Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Torrance Police Department. Join your local police officers for coffee and conversation – no agenda or speeches; just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/549971238938739/. Clutch and Coffee is located at 1321 El Prado Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501.
The community is invited to join Deputies from the Lomita Sheriff Station for Coffee with a Cop today, Thursday, February 27 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Corridor Flow. The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to improve trust and build relationships – one cup of coffee at a time. The event is intended to break down the barriers between law enforcement and the citizens they serve by facilitating communication in an approachable and free-form setting. Community members will have the ability to discuss concerns that are important to them while learning about law enforcement’s efforts to keep our community safe. Strong relationships of mutual trust and cooperation between police agencies and the community are critical to maintaining public safety and effective policing. For additional information, contact the Lomita Sheriff Station at 310-539-1661. Corridor Flow is located at 24616 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, CA.

MBSAFE will host a discussion on How to Talk about Homelessness with Our Children and Grandchildren today, Thursday, February 27 from 10 a.m. to Noon at a private residence. The event features guest speaker Dr. Jeannie Hahn, PHD, LMFT on how to effectively explain homelessness to our children and/or grandchildren and which kind of action we can inspire. Dr. Jeannie Hahn is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a school Counselor for the Manhattan Beach Unified School District. For additional information and to sign up, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0c4ca4a62fa31-howtotalk. The event will take place at the Ames residence located at 2313 Pine Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
The community is invited to attend the Mitsuwa Marketplace Grand Opening at Del Amo Fashion Center on Friday, February 28 starting at 9:30 a.m. An authentic Japanese ceremony will begin at 9:30 am with doors opening to the public at 10 am. The grand opening ceremony will feature a lively performance from Japanese Taiko drummers with a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring dignitaries from the City of Torrance following the performance. In addition to the celebration, Mitsuwa Marketplace is offering a number of grand opening specials. The first 100 customers in line will receive a $10 gift certificate for their party and all Mitsuwa Marketplace shoppers will enjoy special grand opening savings on popular items like Pocky, Ito En and Calpico beverages and Koshihikari rice. As the largest Japanese grocery chain in the nation, Mitsuwa Marketplace is home to many Japanese goods including food vendors, cosmetics, fresh meat and produce, popular Japanese packaged goods, and so much more. Mitsuwa Marketplace offers an experience unlike any other serving as the local, all-inclusive Japanese marketplace for both residents and visitors alike. Offering Japanese delicacies including ramen, sushi, fresh sashimi grade seafood, sake and more, Mitsuwa Marketplace is also a destination for the experiencing Japanese culture and the best of Los Angeles’ Japanese cuisine. This event is FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the website at https://mitsuwa.com/tr/. Mistuwa Marketplace is located at 3525 West Carson Street, Suite 164, Torrance, CA 90503.
The community is invited to a Concert at Namaste Cafe on Friday, February 28 from 7 to 10 p.m. The event features musicians Paul Rasmussen, Lindy Rasmussen, Shakeh and others. Paul Rasmussen, a country/folk/pop singer/songwriter/guitarist playing original music. He was awarded Songwriter of the Year by the prestigious organization Songsalive! Paul has also received several honorable mention awards from the Billboard Song Writing competition. Lindy Rasmussen (Paul’s brother) is singer/songwriter/guitarist playing original pop/rock music. Lindsay was a member of the Doo-Wah Riders for 40 years. The Doo-Wahs have opened up or back almost every Country act in the world! They have appeared in concert with: Garth Brooks, George Strait, Alabama, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Brooks and Dunn, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Dolly Parton, Alison Krauss, The Judds, Brad Paisley and more. Paul and Lindy will also play a few duets together along with their own solo sets. Shakeh is a fun singer/songwriter and guitarist. She describes her music as adult contemporary eclectic meets pop/rock. Her music has poetic lyrics over a tribal beat. Cover is $8 or a plate of cookies, (or fruit, cheese, snacks). The show starts at 7:30 pm. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living is located at 907 Knob Hill Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. Please enter through the north side parking lot.

The City of Gardena presents Afternoon in the Park – A Celebration of Black History Month on Saturday, February 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rowley park. The event features entertainment, retail booths, resource booths and food trucks. Stop by College Row for information on financial aid, application assistance and meet with college representatives. A Cheer Showcase is open to all divisions and awards will be presented. This event is FREE to attend! For details, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/492963968085398/. Rowley Park is located at 132nd Street & Van Ness, Gardena, CA 90249.
The Remedy Pharm presents the inaugural Leap into Wellness Fair on Saturday, February 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Healthy is the new happy and the Remedy Pharm will be offering discounts, specials, snack and lectures. Attendees will get 50% off all ‘leap’ cleanse protocols, CBD samples, free 15-minute nutritional consultations, muscle testing, medication consults and more. This event is FREE to attend! Appointments are required for artery screening, nutrition and pharmacy consults. To make an appointment, call 310-375-0655 x2. The Remedy Pharm is located at 23811 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90505.
Sunset Yoga on the Roof is back! Ryann Lauren is teaming up with Jenn Marut for a very special event to celebrate Leap Year with a gorgeous Sunset Yoga Class & Sound Bath on Leap Day, Saturday, February 29 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the roof of Dive N’ Surf. Head to the roof at Dive ‘n Surf in Redondo Beach for an intimate and relaxing Yoga Flow and Sound Bath meditation. Ryann will lead you through a stress-releasing gentle yoga flow as the sun sets. You will then be led into a guided Savasana and while in a state of deep relaxation, Jenn will lull you into deeper states of consciousness with the vibrations of her gongs, crystal singing bowls and other sacred instruments. This experience is designed to help move stagnant energy out of the body and clear channels for deep healing and new blessings to enter your life. It will release tension in the physical body, as well as emotional blocks that hold us back from authentically expressing who we are. This is an opportunity for you to cleanse your energy centers and wash away all that no longer serves you. This is a deeply relaxing and restorative experience that leaves you feeling blissed out and rejuvenated. The views from the dive shop roof are spectacular and will add to the high vibes of this class. Come and activate every cell in your body and leave feeling amazing. Please bring your own mat and blanket, water, and anything else to make yourself comfortable. Please remember to dress warm, as temperatures will shift as the sun goes down. Eye pillows will be available for purchase. Participants find that the weight and aromatherapy of the eye pillow enhance the meditation and relaxation experience. Tickets are $40. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leap-year-celebration-sunset-yoga-and-sound-bath-tickets-95687735593. Dive N’ Surf is located at 504 North Broadway, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. There is plenty of free street parking!

Beach Cities Symphony presents the Summer in February Gala on Saturday, February 29 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Alta Vista community Center. BCSO celebrates their 70th season with dinner, adult beverages, dancing, raffle and silent auction! The event will celebrate honorees, Bob Peterson – the last remaining charter member from the very first season and BCSO French horn player – and four guest conductors for this year: Geoffrey Pope, Paul Piazza, Dean Anderson & Michael Stanley. Ticket purchase includes the following:
-Dinner & Dessert
-Dancing to Live Music featuring So Bay Locals, Stephen Curto & Scott Fleetwood
-Arrive to BCSO trio serenades at the Selfie Station
-Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks
-One (1) complimentary alcoholic beverage and Open Bar
-One (1) complimentary raffle ticket to be used for special opportunity prizes. More raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the gala-Silent Auction featuring original artwork from local South Bay artists, gift baskets, gift certificates, De’Longhi Espresso/Coffee Machine, Hammitt purses, Sarah -Jessica Parker “Carried Away” backpack and more! Eat, drink and be SUMMERY IN FEBRUARY! Beach formal attire (whatever that means to you) is suggested. Tickets are $70. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-cities-symphony-celebrates-70-years-summer-in-february-gala-tickets-78193568067. Alta Vista Community Center is located at 715 Julia Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
Don’t know if this has sold out yet…. Michael Franks and Robert Bell present Closing Night – The Last Supper on Saturday, February 29 at 5:30 p.m. at Chez Melange. Chez Melange opened in November 1982 and now after 37 years will be closing their doors. The night will be filled with exciting food stations, Stryker and Drews open bar, live music and a live auction. Tickets are $200 per person. To make a reservation, call (310) 540-1222. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1631685100319165/. Chez Melange is located at 1611 S Catalina Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
This event has sold out BUT, you can still get in on the silent auction….. The Richstone Family Center presents the annual Affair of the Heart Gala: Speakeasy Soiree on Saturday, February 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Porsche South Bay. The evening begins with a cocktail reception during which guests can bid on an array of unique silent auction items and enjoy a selection of wine tastings presented by Bristol Farms. The night continues with a gourmet dinner and live auction featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences! Celebrate the exceptional people who have shown tremendous commitment to their mission to treat and prevent child abuse, and are dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in need. Tickets are $350 per person. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.richstonefamily.org/. Porsche South Bay is located at 14610 Hindry Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90250.

MomsLA and SoCalMoms present the South Bay Summer Fun & Camp Fair on Sunday, March 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bay Club in El Segundo. Summer means fun, activities, family adventures, travel and camps! L.A. is home to numerous summer programs and diverse opportunities, which means that you have a lot of options. Two of the leading sources moms trust most in So Cal, SoCalMoms.com and MomsLA, have curated the best of LA’s best summer camps, activities, and opportunities for fun this summer. The Summer Fun Camp Fair is the culmination of this joint effort, offering parents the opportunity to meet the people who will work hard to make sure your child has the most amazing experience this summer and introduces you to many outstanding adventures to kick off your summer of fun! The Summer Fun & Camp Fair is more than an opportunity to obtain information and talk to camp and summer program representatives. Enjoy an afternoon outdoors filled with activities for your child to participate in and preview the summer fun coming. This hands-on approach for your child offers parents better insight into those activities or programs that best suit the needs of each child and ensures they have an unforgettable summer. The fair feature over 100 summer activities plus food, samples, swag, crafts, games, rides, entertainment and so much more! Make sure to RSVP in advance to receive 5 Raffle Tickets at check-in. This event is FREE to attend! For additional information and registration, visit website at https://summerfuncampfair.com/. Bay Club is located at 2250 Park Place, El Segundo, CA 90245.
Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/designs-dining-fundraiser/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/riviera-village-first-friday/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/peninsula-cars-coffee-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/first-saturday-sweep/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/neptunians-fashion-show-luncheon/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hermosa-beach-pd-thank-bbq/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/brews-botanicals-smog-city/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/ride-out-lyme/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/festival-of-the-kite/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/el-segundo-state-city/
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. As always, we recommend you confirm any event you plan to attend with the host organization.

BeachLife Festival just announced the daily line-up! This is what we’ve all been waiting for, so get your tickets now because they WILL sell out! View the line-up at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/daily-blog.
The City of Hermosa Beach Parks and Recreation Department 2020 Spring/Summer Recreation Brochure is now available. The site allows you to create your own account and register for all classes and activities. Other ways to register include submitting the Registration Form in person at the Hermosa Beach Community Center located at 710 Pier Avenue; through e-mail to hbconnect@hermosabch.org; or by fax to (310) 372-4333. To register online, visit the website at https://apm.activecommunities.com/cityofhermosabeach. Feel free to call if you have any questions at (310) 318-0280.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy offers a calendar full of special events and monthly activities. 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.” For additional information and registration, visit the website at https://pvplc.org/ or call (310) 541-7613. Check out what’s on tap for March at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-peninsula-land-conservancy-activities-2/.
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! For additional information on Library programs and services, please call (310) 318-0675, option 5 for Adult or Teen Programs, (310) 318-0675, option 6 for Children’s Programs or visit the website at http://www.redondo.org/library. Check out the March Calendar of Events at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-library-activities-3/. Click on the flyer, print it and stick it on the fridge as a reminder!

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This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, NEWSFLASH: WE’RE GIVING AWAY A COUPLE OF LA KINGS TICKETS AND A SIGNED JERSEY THIS MORNING IN A TRIVIA CHALLENGE COURTESY OF THE DOMO GROUP. Joe and I will do a round-up of all the events taking place in the South Bay, in addition to giving away L.A. Kings tickets and swag. Call in between 8 and 9 a.m. to win at (714) 242-5288! Listen to the program live at 8 a.m. or at your leisure at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/joe-jackie-show-weekend-round-3/. Tune in every Thursday morning at 8 a.m. to keep up with what’s going down throughout the South Bay!
Tomorrow morning on The South Bay Show: Manhattan Beach 360, our guests will be Dan Rogoff, President and Hilary Mahan, Executive Director, of the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation and this morning, we’ll discuss the state of education funding, the business appeal, and Support our Schools Week which launches in March. Listen live at 8 a.m. or at your leisure at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/mbef-dan-rogoff-hilary-mahan/. Tune in every Friday morning at 8 a.m. for the latest happenings in Manhattan Beach!
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
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