South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide August 8, 2019

What a summer it’s been so far! Concerts, block parties, beach days, BBQs, bike rides, movies…. and it’s only the beginning of August! There’s so much more to come and I’m personally looking forward to the new Hermosa Beach Summer Series later this month. We’re fortunate to have so many free events here in the South Bay, however, even the ticketed events are incredibly well priced. Speaking of ticketed events, don’t wait until the last minute to purchase tickets! Bite at the Beach is this Saturday and it ALWAYS sells out. (You’ll get a $15 discount with our promo code listed below.) It’s a fabulous event with unlimited bites and sips, so don’t wait!
Beach Cities Health District presents Volunteer Day today, Thursday, August 8 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Businesses, organizations and residents of the Beach Cities are invited to come together to volunteer in school gardens in Hermosa Beach and Redondo Beach to help prep them for the upcoming school year. Activities include planting, harvesting and removing weeds in the gardens. It’s a great opportunity to get your hands dirty and use your powers for good! Register online athttp://www.bchd.org/volunteerday or contact Alejandra Sierra at (310) 374-3426, ext. 160 for more information.
Native Harvest presents the Redondo Beach Night Market tonight, Thursday, August 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. in the parking lot of St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church and every Thursday night during the summer months. The Night Market vendors offer an array of hot and prepared foods for purchase, seating area, DJ, and kid’s corner for the little ones. For additional information, visit the Facebook page athttps://www.facebook.com/nativeharvestevents/. The Night Market takes place in the parking lot of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church located at 301 Avenue D, in Redondo Beach.
The Harbor City Neighborhood Council presents Movies in the Parktonight, Thursday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Harbor City Rec Center. Attendees will enjoy a screening of Uglydolls. There will be food trucks on site and free popcorn (while supplies last). Bring blankets and chairs and join family, friends and neighbors for an evening of cinema. The movie will begin at 8 p.m. The Harbor City Rec Center is located at 24901 Frampton Avenue, Harbor City, CA 90710.
The Roadium Open Air Market presents Summer Fridays Drive-In Movies every Friday (August 9) 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! This week, they’ll be screening Black Panther. 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.
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 schedule is as follows:
August 02 – Small Foot
August 09 – Ocean’s 11
August 16 – Little Shop of Horrors
August 23 – Speedway
August 30 – The Black Stallion
For additional information, visit the Newsletter page athttps://indd.adobe.com/view/f39d0475-97fb-47e8-9846-46d851496732. Alta Vista Park is located at 715 Julia Street, Redondo Beach, CA.
Creating Conversations book store will host a series of Author Events.
-Friday, August 9 at from 7 to 10 p.m. – Book Launch for The Birthday Girl by Melissa de la Cruz. Enjoy mocktails and mingling, author talk and Q&A, Guilty Reader Bingo and signing and cupcakes.
-Saturday, August 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. – Bookstore Romance Day will feature four authors and a panel discussion and book signing.
-Thursday, September 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. – Book Club a discussion onThe Marriage Clock and book signing with author Zara Raheem.
These events are FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the website at https://creatingconversations.indielite.org/. Creating Conversations is located at 2850 Artesia Boulevard, Suite 101, Redondo Beach, CA 90278.

Join volunteers at Seaside Heroes Park for the monthly Community Beautification Event on Saturday, August 10 from 8 to 11 a.m. All are welcome to get down and dirty and lend a hand cleaning, weeding, and dead heading – including groups or individuals who need community service hours. Even though the park is small, it’s a huge job to keep it looking good. As of January 2019, volunteers have put over 1300 work hours into the project. This is a labor of love and the organizers are immensely grateful to anyone who gives their time. COME MAKE FRIENDS! DO GOOD! HAVE FUN! Meet at 22812 Kathryn Avenue in Torrance. Bring tools and gloves (if you have or will be supplied), sunscreen, water AND energy. Donations are also accepted via Paypal and personal check to cover the cost of water, tools, and promotion of the event. To schedule yourself or your group, contact Jenna Christensen at 310.920.9387 or via email at cjenna@realtor.com. Seaside Heroes Park is located at 22851 Anza Avenue, Torrance, CA.
Assembly Member Al Muratsuchi invites the community to the Children’s Day Health Fair on Saturday, August 10 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Bring the entire family for a fun-filled day of health screenings and educational activities. Learn about health programs and resources in the community that can help improve your quality of life! It’s also a great opportunity to discuss state and legislative issues with the Assembly Member. This event is FREE to attend! For additional information and to RSVP, call 310-375-0691 or visit the website athttp://www.asmdc.org/hv. Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is located at 1000 West Carson Street in Torrance.
The Redondo Beach Pier Association and Cancer Support Community hostYoga on the Octagon the second Saturday of each month (August 10) from 10 to 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and take part in this all level yoga class where the International Boardwalk meets the Redondo Beach Pier (the octagon below Kincaid’s). Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel and bottled water. For additional information, visithttp://www.redondopier.com/events/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. If it rains, the class will be held at Cancer Support Community at 109 West Torrance Boulevard.
Del Amo Fashion Center presents the Summer Music Series on Saturday, August 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. The Summer Music Series showcases the Village Park lawn area, just outside AMC Theaters, with a variety of musical genres on the second Saturday of the summer months. Enjoy live music from local musicians, food and drink samples, outdoor games and more. The first 50 guests will receive a Signature Tote with retailer goodies. Don’t miss your chance to win a raffle prize! The Summer Music Series is scheduled for July 13, August 10, September 14 and October 5. For additional information, visit the website athttps://www.simon.com/mall/del-amo-fashion-center/stores/management-office/stream/summer-music-series-6133390. Del Amo Fashion Center is located at 3525 Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503.
The Manhattan Beach Chamber presents the annual Bite at the Beachon Saturday, August 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the MBS Media Campus. Bite at the Beach aims to highlight culinary delights from around the South Bay and the many local, craft breweries. Guests will receive a plate and glass upon entry and have the opportunity to enjoy as many tastes from the paired restaurants and breweries as desired. This year, the event will feature over 30 restaurants and 30 beverage stations, live music, a peep show and more. Over 700 attendees are expected – it sells out every year and will again! General admission tickets are $55, VIP tickets are $75. Use promo code SBJACKIE and get a $15 discount! For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-bite-at-the-beach-2019-tickets-49578107454. The MBS Media Campus is located at 1600 Rosecrans Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
The City of El Segundo Recreation and Parks Department hosts the annualFamily Camp Out in the Park on Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11. Families are invited to camp out under the stars at Stevenson Field and enjoy an evening of fun. Stevenson Field opens at 4 p.m. for campers to set up their tents. The event includes Saturday dinner, Sunday breakfast, games and activities, movie at dusk and s’mores around the campfire. Due to preparation requirements, this event is pre-sale only. There will be no sales on site and no refunds. Admission is $12 per person. Wristbands will be available at the George E. Gordon Clubhouse from July 5 through August 10. All participants must have wristbands at the gate. No glass containers or pets are allowed. For additional information, visit the website at http://elsegundo.org/depts/recreation/special_events/default.asp. Stevenson Field is located on the west side of Recreation Park at 401 Sheldon Street in El Segundo.

The City of Gardena presents Concerts on the Lawn on Saturday, August 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. on the City Hall lawn. These concerts are FREE to attend and feature live music by various musicians. During intermission, attendees will enjoy ice cream, hot chocolate and coffee. Concert dates are June 29, July 27 and August 10. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/904364309910610/. Gardena City Hall is located at 1670 West 162nd Street, Gardena, CA 90247.
Social Workplace will host a Comedy Pop Up on Saturday, August 10 at 8 p.m. The show features stand-up comedy from Steve Wilson (Showtime at the Apollo, Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham); Felicia Michaels (The Joe Rogan Experience, Winner of American Comedy Awards Funniest Female Comic); Joe Praino (Dirty Sports Podcast, Just for Laughs New Faces); and Sean Grant (Jimmy Kimmel Live, Just For Laughs New Faces). BYOB. There’s street parking next to the venue. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Lineup subject to change. Tickets are $10. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.socialworkplace.com/event/comedy-pop-up-south-bay-l-a-2/. Social Workplace is located at 2315 Lomita Boulevard, Suite 200, Lomita, CA 90717.
April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents Improv, The Long & the Short on Saturday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the Second Story Theater. You’ll laugh out loud when the audience suggestions are turned into comedy on stage. Directed by Directed by Sean Hannaway and Brady Whitehouse. General admission tickets are $10 and $8 for seniors – or buy an annual pass, 12 shows for $60. For additional information and ticket purchase, call (310) 318-1705 or visit the website at http://www.AprilsFoolsImprov.com. The Second Story Theater is located at 710 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.
The City of Lomita presents Movies Under the Stars on Saturday, August 10 at 8:30 p.m. on the City Hall Front Lawn. Enjoy a FREE screening of Incredibles 2. Bring low beach chairs, blankets, snacks and popcorn for a fun, hot summer night with family, friends and neighbors. For additional information, visit the website at http://lomita.com/cityhall/announcements/Lomita-Parks-Special-Events-2019.pdf. Lomita City Hall is located at 24300 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717.
Dave Williamson and Dave Yates present the Giggle Water Comedy Show on Sunday, August 11 at 8 p.m. at R6 Distillery. This monthly show takes over the R6 lounge every second Sunday. Attendees will get to see some of the best lineups of comedians in the city. Come and watch some of your favorites perform in an intimate, speakeasy setting. Tickets are $8 online and $10 at the door. Space is limited – only 50 tickets are available – so buy your tickets in advance! For additional information and ticket purchase, visit https://www.purplepass.com/#189817/The_Gundo_Comedy_Festival-Giggle_Water_Comedy_Show-Smoky_Hollow_Tasting_&_Taproom_@_R6_Distillery-August-11-2019.html. R6 Distillery is located at 909 East El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245.
TEEN CHOICE 2019™ will be broadcast for the first time from Hermosa Beach on Sunday, August 11, featuring performances by stars from TV, music, film and social media. This will be the first time the popular awards show, which gives teens the power to select the winners, will be broadcast live from the beach south of the Pier. TEEN CHOICE 2019 will air live from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on August 11 on the East Coast and via tape delay from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the West Coast on FOX. For additional information and instructions on how to get FREE tickets, visithttp://www.hermosabch.org/index.aspx?page=20&recordid=6210.
Ragin Cajun presents Crab Fest Monday August 12 through Sunday August 18. Crab Fest happens only once a year and you definitely don’t want to miss it! Get your fill of snow crab, King, crab, Dungeness Crab, soft shell crab, Louisiana blue crab and so much more, including the entire regular menu and live music on Friday. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.ragincajuncaferb.com. Ragin Cajun is located at 525 South Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
Join Beach Cities Health District for the FREE Summer Fitness Series: Mindful Yoga in the Park every Monday in August at 6 p.m. at Valley Park in Hermosa Beach. Get moving and de-stress with this free, public event that brings together community, fitness and fun! Everyone is welcome to participate — women, men and children — and you can participate at your own pace. By all means, invite friends, family and co-workers! Registration starts at 6 p.m. with the hour-long yoga class beginning at 6:30. All participants must sign a waiver. Attendees should bring their own yoga mat. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, athletic clothing and bring a jacket in case of cool weather. Classes will be led by certified instructors from the Center for Health & Fitness. For additional information and to register, call 310.374.3426 or visit the website at http://www.bchd.org/freefitness. Valley Park is located at 2521 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

MB SAFE is hosting a series of Information Meetings throughout the year, with the next one on Wednesday, August 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. at American Martyr’s Welcome Center. Most homeless have learned to survive on the street by staying on the move during the day, out of sight at night, and, as a last resort, trusting a stranger. Experts believe that on average, it can take 15 to 20 contacts with a homeless person before he or she accepts an offer of help. Speaking on this evening will be Rita Crabtree-Kampe on ways to connect with the homeless we encounter. Rita chairs MB SAFE’s Homeless Connect committee and will be discussing:
•Outreach to the homeless in our community and the “Real Change Not Spare Change” program and philosophy.
•How to judge a situation when encountering the homeless to determine if the person is approachable
•Treating the homeless with dignity.
•What does compassionate outreach look like?
•What resources are available to help and how to access them.
•How can we all help?
All are welcome to attend! For additional information and to RSVP, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mbsafe-homeless-connect-training-information-tickets-65267013394. American Martyr’s Welcome Center is located at 700 15 Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/pizza-purposembpd-pink-patch-project/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/social-hour-social-workplace-thirsty-third-thursdays/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/sunset-beach-party/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/el-segundo-art-walk-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/fun-games-fundraiser/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-open-beach-volleyball-tournament/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/torrance-elks-lodge-grill-steak-night/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/beauty-the-beast/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/malaga-cove-art-show/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/el-segundo-main-street-car-show-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/war-art-visual-culture-los-angeles-one-day-symposium/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/project-barley-ribbon-cutting/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/hermosa-beach-summer-concert-series/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/concerts-park-wilson-park-amphitheater/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/summer-swing-nights-adm/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/kids-extreme/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/summer-sunday-sounds-2/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/strategic-planning-workshops/
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
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/live-music-metlox/
Nelson’s Summer Concert Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/nelsons-summer-concert-series-4/
Lunada Bay Concert Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/lunada-bay-summer-concerts/
Polliwog Park Summer Concert Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/summer-concert-series-in-polliwog-park/
The Point Summer Music Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/point-summer-music-series/
Redondo Pier Summer of Music Concert Series
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-summer-of-music-concert-series/
Malaga Cove Concerts in the Park
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/malaga-cove-concerts-in-the-park/
The Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce is moving to Riviera Village! The move is planned for Monday, August 12th. The Chamber office will be closed and phones will be down for a few days beginning, Friday, August 10th and will be back to business Monday, August 19th. The Redondo Beach Chamber’s new address is 1611 South Catalina Avenue, Suite 204, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. There is plenty of parking available and they look forward to welcoming you to their new offices!
The Torrance Police Department presents the Partners in Policing (PIP) Class starting September 12. PIP offers community members the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of a Torrance Police Officer and the opportunity to learn the inner-workings of your police department. Participants will hear from a wide variety of details within the Torrance Police Department, including K-9, Forensics, Traffic, SWAT and many others. The program consists of 12 sessions, meeting every Thursday night from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Torrance Police Station beginning Thursday, September 12 and concluding on Thursday, December 5. The PIP class is open to all those who reside or work in Torrance, and anyone else who has an affiliation with the City (i.e.; student in Torrance, member of a church in Torrance, member of a civic organization based in Torrance such as Kiwanis, Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, etc.). Participants must be 18 or older. For additional information on the Partners in Policing class and to register, visit the website at https://www.torranceca.gov/government/police/community-affairs/partners-in-policing. Registration for this class fills up quickly! You will be notified via email approximately one week before class starts if you are accepted into the PIP class. If you have any questions, contact Officer Fletcher at SFletcher@torranceca.govor call 310-618-6391.
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests are Heidi Butzine and Erik Bowman. They’re the dynamic duo leading the Lomita Chamber of Commerce with a mission to help Lomita thrive and businesses prosper and we’re going to learn what’s happening in Lomita, hear about a couple of their upcoming events, and plans for the future. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/heidi-butzine-erik-bowman-lomita-chamber-commerce/. Tune in every Thursday at 8 a.m. to keep up with what’s going down throughout in the South Bay!
Tomorrow morning on The South Bay Show: Manhattan Beach Chamber 360, our guest will be Kathy Winterhalder from the Distinguished Speaker Series and we’re going to learn about this wildly popular series and what to expect for the 2019-2020 season. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/kathy-winterhalder-distinguished-speaker-series/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie

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