South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide August 29, 2019

Can someone explain to me where August went? Didn’t it just start? I took a Strand cruise yesterday during my lunch break and encountered empty beaches, empty piers, empty parking lots. How ironic is it that we’re experiencing the finest weather of the year, but everyone is back to work or back in school? Thankfully, we have the extended Labor Day weekend to ease our re-entry to the post-vacation routine. There’s nothing like a three-day weekend to wrap up a carefree summer season!
The community is invited to attend a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Fundraiser tonight, Thursday, August 29 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Uncorked, The Wine Shop. Wine tastings will be offered for $20 and 50% of the sales will be donated to Alzheimer’s. There will also be beautiful and trendy jewelry by Park Lane with 25% of the jewelry sales donated to the organization. The event features appetizers, raffles and live music. Help spread the word by inviting your friends. Anyone who brings a friend will receive a special gift! For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/2531189933598048/. Uncorked, The Wine Shop is located at 302 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
The Lomita Chamber of Commerce will host the Legacy Dance & Fitness Ribbon Cutting on Friday, August 30 at 4 p.m. The community is invited to join the Chamber as they celebrate this local business and learn more about their fun and high-energy classes designed to get your groove on and burn some calories! This event is FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/622864948201645/. Legacy Dance & Fitness is located at 2408 Lomita Boulevard, Lomita, CA 90717.
The Redondo Pier Association is pleased to welcome United States Navy Band, The Destroyers, in concert on Friday, August 30 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the pier. This performance is part of L.A. Fleet Week and a special presentation of the Summer of Music free concerts on the Redondo Beach Pier. Blankets or low-backed beach chairs are recommended. A variety of food and beverages are available for take-out to enjoy during the concerts at over 30 restaurants on the Redondo Beach Pier, International Boardwalk and Redondo Beach Marina. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.redondopier.com/events/. Redondo Beach Pier is located at 500 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. The concert will take place on The Boardwalk at The Pier (below Kincaid’s). The remaining summer concerts on Thursday, August 29 and Saturday, August 31 will take place at the west end of the Redondo Beach Pier.
Last one of the season….. The Roadium Open Air Market presents Summer Fridays Drive-In Movies every Friday (August 30) this summer. The Roadium is reviving its classic 1950’s drive-in for a one-of-a-kind movie-going experience this summer. Every Friday night, guests can enjoy a great film in this throwback retro setting, along with food trucks, movie concessions, and more! The final screening for the summer will be ET: The Extra Terrestrial. The In-N-Out food truck will also be on site. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. with the movie starting at 8 p.m. Admission is $20 per car. For additional information, visit the website at http://roadium.com/. The Roadium Open Air Market is located at 2500 West Redondo Beach Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90504.

Last one of the season…. The City of Redondo Beach hosts Movies Under the Stars every Friday night in August at Alta Vista Park. This FREE event is open to the public and the community is invited to bring your lawn chairs, blankets and popcorn down to Alta Vista Park at dusk and enjoy a night of cinema under the stars. The movies start at dusk. The final movie of the season, The Black Stallion, will be shown on Friday, August 30. For additional information, visit the Newsletter page 37 at https://www.redondo.org/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=37185. Alta Vista Park is located at 715 Julia Street, Redondo Beach, CA.
The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Fiesta Hermosa Saturday, August 31 through Monday, September 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day in downtown Hermosa Beach. The family-friendly event includes live music, carnival rides, an enormous variety of food and beverages alongside painters, sculptors, photographers, handcrafters and jewelers. Within these vendors, they’ll be featuring over 40 local vendors and over 20 local artists. Stay entertained throughout the holiday weekend with the Kiddie Carnival’s 30-foot slide, Ferris wheel, merry go round, mechanical rides and games. There is also a petting zoo, pony rides and face painting. Additionally, Fiesta Siesta returns to offer a tranquil setting for parents and their babies to rest and recharge. Adults can support several local nonprofit groups by enjoying the Charity Beer & Wine Garden. Popular food court vendors will return, and food trucks stationed at the intersection of Pier Avenue and Manhattan Avenue will be accompanied by an acoustic music stage featuring shaded tables and seating. On Saturday, there will be a one-time reunion show at the Main Stage from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. put on by, “My High School Rebellion”, a project featuring members of Black Flag, Woolly Bandits, The Freeze, and Circle One with various guest vocalists. New this year to Fiesta Hermosa will be the, “Free To Be Me Drum Circle” created by Sabina Sandoval. The community will be able to engage in this interactive musical experience on Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. The Fiesta footprint will be expanded up Pier Avenue to Monterey Blvd. This extension allows for additional ADA parking and gives the Chamber the opportunity to offer booths to more local businesses, free expression groups and non-profits. The Chamber worked diligently to secure not only the expansion, but approval for booths on both sides of Hermosa Avenue (as opposed to just the west side, as required last year). The Chamber is very pleased to announce they received the green light from the City on all counts. ‘Fiesta de las Artes’ – a 10-booth experiential art zone at Fiesta Hermosa the Chamber created in partnership with South Bay Artist Collective – will be held in the parking lot of Laurel Tavern (1220 Hermosa Avenue) and is sponsored by the Hermosa Beach Kiwanis. There will be interactive opportunities for children, including canvas painting and designing t-shirts. Stop by and see live artists in action such as Paul Roustan (Saturday, 11 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) and Josh Barnes (Sunday and Monday, all day). Free shuttle buses run to Fiesta Hermosa from the Northrop Grumman parking lot at the southwest corner of Aviation Boulevard and 33rd Street in Manhattan Beach. The pick-up and drop-off location on the venue will be at the intersection of 10th Street and Hermosa Avenue from 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Locals are encouraged to walk or bike to Fiesta Hermosa and use the free bike valet lot at the beach staffed by the South Bay Bicycle Coalition, which offers air for tires and on-site diagnostic checkups. Please bring reusable bags for purchases as vendors will not have plastic bags in cooperation with the City’s environmental initiatives. Patrons of legal age planning to enjoy the Charity Beer & Wine Garden must have valid ID with them for entry. Several Chamber members are offering special promotions that attendees can take advantage of by picking up special “Love Our Locals” coupons available at the Information Booth during the event. For additional information, visit the website at http://fiestahermosa.net/.
Celebrate summer at the Porto Beach Party on Saturday, August 31 from 1 p.m. to sunset at the 45th Street volleyball courts. This is a family-friendly featuring volleyball, cornhole, beach games and music. All contributors are welcome. No alcohol on the beach! For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/327030940702381/. The 45th Street volleyball courts are located at the north end of Manhattan Beach.
Last one of the season… The City of Torrance Community Services Department and local Homeowners Associations are proud to sponsor Movies in the Park on Saturday, August 31. These movie nights will take place at various parks throughout the city this summer. Everyone is welcome and admission is free. Pack up a picnic basket, blanket and lawn chairs and join friends and neighbors for an evening of family-friendly cinematic entertainment as the parks convert into outdoor movies theaters. Each event will feature a different movie beginning at dusk (around 8 p.m.) so bring a jacket, popcorn, cocoa and snacks and join in the fun! Enjoy a screening of ET: The Extra Terrestrial at Hickory Park located at 2850 West 232 Street, Torrance, CA 90505. For additional information, call 310-618-2930 or visit the website at https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/recreation/special-events/movies-in-the-park.

Shade Hotel hosts the Labor Day Pool Party on Sunday, September 1 from 1 to 5 p.m. on the rooftop Aquadeck. Guests are invited to dance poolside while enjoying panoramic marina views from the third-floor rooftop pool during the final pool party of the season! Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, food specials, DJs and good vibes! Admission is $20. For cabana reservation and bottle service, call (310) 430-3974. For additional information, visit the website at http://rb.shadehotel.com/. Shade Hotel is located at 655 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
The Portofino Hotel & Marina present Sunday Funday @ The Dock on Sunday, September 1 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Portofino Gas Dock. A little sun, a little surf, a little music – is there a better way to spend a summer Sunday afternoon? Enjoy tunes by local artists while sittin’ on the dock of the bay! They have a full bar set up and grill area with food for purchase. Come hang out on the dock!
Schedule:
September 1 – Brent George
September 8 – Arnie Vilches
September 15 – Feed the Kitty
September 22 – Arnie Vilches
For additional information, visit the website at https://www.hotelportofino.com/calendar.aspx. The Portofino Gas Dock is located at 260 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. Go past the hotel entrance, through the parking lot to the Marina Office.
Berry Bly Productions presents the End of Summer White Party on Sunday, September 1 at Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach from 5 to 9 p.m. Guests will enjoy exquisite cocktails, menu specials, a DJ spinning the hottest tunes, and a special LIVE music performance, while basking in the summer sun on the beautiful rooftop SkyDeck. Be sure to dress to impress in white! Admission is $20 at the door. For additional information, visit the website at http://mb.shadehotel.com/. Shade Hotel is located at 1221 North Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
The Redondo Beach Public Library presents Opera Talk on Tuesday, September 3, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event is held in partnership with The Opera League of Los Angeles. Opera Talks are 50-minute, interactive presentations led by LA Opera’s Community Educators. September’s talk is on the opera La Boheme. The program is free and open to the public, no registration is required. For more information on programs and services, call (310) 318-0675, option 5, or visit the website at http://www.redondo.org/library. The Redondo Beach Main Library is located at 303 North Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach. The program will be held in the 2nd floor Meeting Room.
The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce presents the monthly Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, September 4 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Tin Roof Bistro. Practice your elevator pitch and network with other business representatives and owners at the monthly Lunch & Learn. The featured guest speaker is Anna Kagan from Beach Financial Group. Anna will discuss cyber security and earthquake insurance. Two of the most discussed topics facing businesses and individuals is Cyber-Security & Earthquakes. Cyber-Insurance is a product used to protect businesses and individuals from Internet and risks relating to information technology infrastructure and activities. Most ordinary business and home owners insurance policies do not cover earthquake damage, so what can be covered? Join us as we unpack the best approaches to secure your business from looming threats. Tickets are $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for non-Members. For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://business.manhattanbeachchamber.com/events/details/lunch-learn-beach-financial-group-9474. Tin Roof Bistro is located at 3500 North Sepulveda, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/creative-design-grand-opening/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/portuguese-bend-national-horse-show/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/row-for-a-reason/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/la-bella-vita-trio/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/first-fridays/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/la-kings-5k-run-walk/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/book-signing-two-year-waitlist-entrepreneurial-guide/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/dogtopia/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-movie-nights-4/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/pvac-opening-reception/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/movies-on-the-pier/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/pub-at-the-club/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/taste-of-the-south-bay/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/social-hour-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hb-womans-club-new-member-luncheon-western-hoe/
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.

Don’t forget these Summer Concert Series currently underway!
Live Music at Metlox (last one of the season)
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/live-music-metlox/
Nelson’s Summer Concert Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/nelsons-summer-concert-series-4/
Polliwog Park Summer Concert Series (last one of the season)
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/summer-concert-series-in-polliwog-park/
Redondo Pier Summer of Music Series (last one of the season)
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-summer-of-music-concert-series/

The second annual Beachlife Festival will take place May 1 through May 3 in Redondo Beach. The event will take place in Ruby’s parking lot and the Seaside Lagoon with an expected 7,000 to 9,000 attendees each day and two stages featuring chart topping, national acts. It’s going to be another spectacular three days of music and fun on the oceanfront. Early Bird tickets are on sale NOW! For the BeachLife 2020 Festival Early Bird release, buy a General Admission ticket and get a $25 coupon code to the BeachLife Shop, buy a VIP pass and get a $40 coupon code, or go BIG and buy a Captains Pass to get a $100 Coupon Code. (Limited merchandise options and first 100 buyers only.) For additional information, visit the website at https://beachlifefestival.com/. Seaside Lagoon is located at 137 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
The Best of Manhattan Awards returns on October 17 and it’s going to be bigger, better, and the BEST ever! It is the only event that allows the public to nominate and vote for their favorite person, business, and organization in Manhattan Beach. Nominations start August 26 and end September 8. To nominate your favorites, visit the website at http://www.manhattanbeachchamber.com/BOM. Final voting begins September 12th and ends September 26th. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-best-of-manhattan-awards-tickets-70348820215.
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 September 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 more 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 Calendar of Events for September at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-library-activities-3/ or click on the flyer, print it and stick it on the fridge as a reminder!
It’s a holiday weekend, so we’ll be airing reruns of The South Bay Show today and tomorrow! Tune in and catch up on all the happenings in the South Bay.
Take a rest from your labors and have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
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