South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide May 16, 2019

Rumor has it we’ll be experiencing some rain today and into Friday, but it should clear up by Saturday, which is perfect because there are several fun, outdoor events taking place this weekend! There’s the annual Armed Forces Day Celebration & Parade, a couple of big food and drink events on the hill, the Tour de Pier, and more. There are a number of events you need to register or sign up for, and if you don’t want to get shut out, you should get on that now!

Dave Williamson presents The Gundo Comedy Festival from Tuesday, May 14 through Sunday, May 19. The event features stand-up comedy, trivia, juggling, live podcast and more in multiple venues including the El Segundo Brewing Company, Purple Orchid Tiki Lounge, Old Town Music Hall, Flights Beer Bar, South Bay Customs, R6 Distillery, Brewport and other amazing locations. In addition to paid admission events, there are free shows, events for kids and free babysitting on Saturday night provided by El Segundo Parks and Rec. Attendees will see some of the best up-and-coming and well-known comedians in the country performing right in THE GUNDO. For additional information, show schedule and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.thegundocomedyfestival.com/.

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce invites the public to attend the Salute to Business Luncheon today, Thursday, May 16 at 11:30 a.m. at Trump National Golf Club. Bob Lowe, Chairman of Lowe Enterprises, will speak on “The Lessons of Terranea” as the keynote speaker. Four businesses will be honored with these prestigious awards. Receiving the Best New Business Award is Lunada Market & Deli. Two Excellence in Business Awards will be presented this year, one to South Bay Hearing and one to Peninsula Montessori School. This year, the Chamber is awarding a Special Legacy Award to The Admiral Risty Restaurant. A fixture on the Palos Verdes Peninsula for 52 years, The Admiral Risty has served multiple generations of families for all types of special occasions. In August, The Admiral Risty will close its doors, leaving a legacy of warmth, laughter, and joyful memories. Tickets are $100 for PVP Chamber Members, $125 for non-Members. Seating is limited and this unique event is expected to sell out, so make your reservations early! For additional information, ticket purchase, and Opportunity Drawing tickets, contact the PVP Chamber at 310-377-8111 or visit the website at http://www.palosverdeschamber.com. Trump National Golf Club is located at One Trump National Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.

Social Workplace hosts the monthly Social Hour: Thirsty Third Thursdays tonight, Thuraday, May 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Come by for a sip and a nibble, hang out with friends and get social at Social Workplace! Know anyone who might need a workplace or meeting space? Bring a friend! This event is FREE to attend but you must register. For additional information and registration, visit the website at https://www.socialworkplace.com. Social Workplace is located at 2315 Lomita Blvd, Lomita, CA 90717. Parking is first-come, first-served. Parking is also available on surrounding streets. Uber, Lyft and ride sharing encouraged.

The Redondo Pier Association in partnership with King Harbor Association is pleased to announce the return of Family Movie Nights at the Redondo Beach Pier every Friday in May at 8 p.m. This free event series is presented by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach and will feature family-friendly movies throughout the month of May. The Redondo Pier Association welcomes visitors to arrive early and visit one of the many restaurants located on Fisherman’s Wharf, International Boardwalk and the adjacent Redondo Beach Marina for dine-in or take-out prior to the movie screening. For a complete list of businesses, visit the website at http://RedondoPier.com/directory. The schedule is as follows:

-Friday, May 17, 2019, Incredibles 2, PG, (c) Walt Disney Pictures 2018, 118 minutes

-Friday, May 24, 2019, Mary Poppins Returns, PG, (c) Walt Disney Pictures 2018, 130 minutes

-Friday, May 31, 2019, How to Train your Dragon: The Hidden World, PG (c) DreamWorks Animation 2019, 120 minutes

These events are free and open to the public and take place between 8 and 10 p.m. where the International Boardwalk meets the Redondo Beach Pier below Kincaid’s in the octagon. Movies begin at dusk so times will vary. For additional information, visit http://www.redondopier.com/events/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at the end of Torrance Boulevard, west of Pacific Coast Highway.

Terranea Resort will again host the popular Immersive Wellness Retreat on Saturday, May 18. Following the success of this series over the last year, the second Daycation of 2019 will include exclusive experiences focused on total overall wellbeing. Highlights of the day’s activities include a wellness session with Energy Medicine Facilitator Angela Matthews, Lunch & Learn with Terranea Resort Nutritionist Navil Lorenzana, a restorative treatment at The Spa at Terranea, and more. Highlights of the Immersive Wellness: Daycation at Terranea on May 18 include:

•Wellness Workshop, with Energy Medicine Facilitator Angela Matthews. Entitled “Focus on the Positive: Connecting to What Matters Most,” this session will center around techniques to stay present and positive, tuning into your own creative energy

•Lunch & Learn at Solviva, with Terranea Resort Nutritionist Navil Lorenzana. Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal at Terranea’s newest culinary offering, while learning how to make nourishing and informed choices

•Choice of Ocean Kayaking at the Catalina Channel’s famous underwater reserve, or Mandala Painting with an experienced wellness coach

•Choice of 60-minute spa treatment, available at the award-winning Spa at Terranea

•Optional Seaside Cycle at 8:00 a.m. for an invigorating start to the day while enjoying the views from the Oceanfront Terrace

•Optional Full Moon Yoga at 8:00 p.m. on the Ocean Lawn

•A choice between a session of Seaside Yoga or “Nature’s Gym,” the resort’s signature boot camp fitness class, led by one of Terranea’s expert instructors from the Fitness and Wellness Center

The complete itinerary for the Immersive Wellness: Daycation at Terranea is priced at $450 per person. Guests of the program who choose to add an overnight stay will receive a preferred room rate. To book the Immersive Wellness: Daycation at Terranea, please visit the Terranea store or call 310.265.2740. Due to the intimate nature of select events, space is limited for the Saturday retreat, and early bookings are encouraged. A full schedule of retreat events is available at http://www.Terranea.com/store. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.

The Torrance Chamber of Commerce and Village Runner present the annual ###strong on Saturday, May 18 at Del Amo Fashion Center starting at 8 a.m. The event will feature split timers every mile, computerized finish times, water stations and sponsor refreshments. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each division and a gift certificate to Village Runner stores. All runners will receive a cool t-shirt. The cost is $40. Pre-race packet pick-up at Village Runner located in Riviera Village at 1811-A Catalina Avenue in Redondo Beach. Late registration begins at 6:30 a.m. at the event. For information and registration, visit the https://villagerunner.com/torrance-armed-forces-day-5k/?utm_source Del Amo Fashion Center is located on Madrona Avenue (between West Carson Street & Fashion Way) in Torrance.

The El Segundo Fire Department is offering free-of-charge, hands on, CPR Certification Classes & Fire Station Open House on Saturday, May 18 starting at 8 a.m. The certifications are offered in three different sessions at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. at El Segundo Fire Station No.1. In addition, the El Segundo Fire Station will open its doors to the community with station tours, complimentary refreshments, food and photo opportunities from 10 a.m. to noon. For the kids, there will be obstacle courses, an engine with ladder and the chance to meet the firefighters that serve the city. For additional information and to sign up for the class, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/super-cpr-saturday-2019-tickets-60447546238. El Segundo Fire Station No. 1 is located at 314 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

The Pregnancy Help Center presents the annual Walk for Life on Saturday, May 18 starting at 8:30 a.m. The easy 5K walk along the beach starts at Veterans Park in Redondo Beach and welcomes everyone in the community, including seniors and families with children and baby strollers. Each year hundreds of individuals and families participate to support the work of the Pregnancy Help Center, which has been providing free services to the South Bay for 42 years, including pregnancy, STI testing and ultrasound exams. Onsite registration opens at 7:30 a.m., raffles and festivities begin at 8:30 a.m. For additional information and to register for the event, visit https://secure.ministrysync.com/ministrysync/event/website/home/?e=16872. Veterans Park is located at 309 Esplanade in Redondo Beach.

The City of Torrance will pay tribute to the nation’s Armed Forces at the annual ###strong Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19. Scheduled events include military displays, concerts, and a 5K Run/ Walk in tribute to Louis Zamperini which is presented by the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade will begin Saturday, May 18 at 1:30 p.m. The parade will proceed west along Torrance Boulevard, starting at Crenshaw Boulevard and ending at Madrona Avenue. The City highlights a different branch of service each year. This year the United States Navy will take center stage. Rear Admiral Bette Bolivar, Commander of the Navy Region Southwest, will be the Grand Marshal and lead the parade on Saturday. Gather family, friends and neighbors along the parade route and cheer for those who serve and protect our nation. For additional information and a full schedule of events, visit the website at https://www.torranceca.gov/our-city/armed-forces-day-celebration.

Seeds of Joy Village Preschool presents the annual May Fair on Saturday, May 18 at 10 a.m. at Wilderness Park. Celebrate spring in the traditional fashion with a dance around the May Pole! This popular community event features live music, an amazing raffle, refreshments, crafts, and games for the kids. All are welcome! Raffle tickets will be sold for $1 each. All proceeds benefit Seeds of Joy Village Preschool. Admission is FREE. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/377422292853067/. Hopkins Wilderness Park is located at 1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

GWPOP.org presents The Power of Peace on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the sand next to the Hermosa Pier. Good World Power of Peace (GWPOP) is a non-profit movement composed of young creative minds. It is a collection of musicians, artists, chefs, students, teachers, philanthropists, scientists and philosophers working together to build, provide, develop, nurture, and encourage better human relationships from one community to the next. GWPOP will begin by providing meaningful Tent Talks and offer thought provoking art and music, healthy exercise and fresh food in hopes of attracting a young audience to speak their mind. All GWPOP discussions, live performances, and art exhibits will be filmed and published across all social media, enabling them to grow this peace movement. This will immediately provide a digital catalogue of the live discussions and art. For additional information, contact Amanda at gwpoptalk@gmail.com or Pete at petemackinnon84@gmail.com or visit the website at http://gwpop.org/. The Hermosa Pier is located at the end of Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.

The Automobile Driving Museum presents the Bombs & Woodies Car Show on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Head over to the ADM for the second annual Bombs & Woodies Show, in collaboration with Bombs Magazine. The event features awards, food trucks, pin-up model contest, live music by the Low Key Band and AMAZING cars! Awards for Best of 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s, Best Bomb and Best Woody Pre-55. Suggested Donation for attendees is $2. For info and registration, visit https://www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org/event/bombsmagshow-2/. The Automobile Driving Museum is located at 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

The Palos Verdes Art Center presents the Malaga Cove Summer Art Show on Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Malaga Cove. The event takes place each month from April through September and features paintings, jewelry, ceramics, photography, wearable art and prints from artists from the seven art groups affiliated with Palos Verdes Art Center: Artists Open Group, Pacific Arts Group, Paletteers, Palos Verdes Painters, Peninsula Artists, Photographic and Digital Artists, and Third Dimension. Show Dates: April 13 & 14 – May 18 & 19 – June 15 & 16 – July 20 & 21 – August 17 & 18 – September 21 & 22. For additional information, visit the website at http://pvartcenter.org/malaga-cove. Malaga Cove Plaza is located at the entrance to the City of Palos Verdes Estates on scenic Palos Verdes Drive West between Via Chico and Via Corta. There is plenty of free parking.

Don’t Tell Comedy is coming to Hermosa Beach on Saturday, May 18 at 7:30 p.m. Don’t Tell Comedy is for people who love laughing and despise overpriced drinks! BYOB to a secret location (revealed at noon on the day of the show) and see the best comedians from around the country. You never know who might show up! How does it work? Purchase a ticket and the exact location of the show will be emailed to you at noon on the day of the event. Head to the secret location to experience a diverse lineup of hilarious (secret) comedians! Previous secret locations have included storefronts, residences, rooftops, and the occasional steam ship. Come to Don’t Tell Comedy have a few drinks, laugh, and meet new people! Tickets start at $20. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.donttellcomedy.com/tickets/hermosabeach?fbclid=IwAR1CEXKJnDLSmpJljiyPGF30tM55oiH-hAxQyor_ZbdfubBsQ463GHl1hAY.

The Jokers, a South Bay-based classic rock band, will perform an ###strong on Saturday, May 18 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the American Legion Post 184. The Jokers’ Dance Card for the evening includes party and dance favorites by Elvis, Johnny Rivers, the Stones, Beatles, CCR, Grass Roots, Music Explosion, T-Rex, the Eagles, The Shondells…. and country and western stalwarts such as Dwight Yoakum, Buck Owens and Hank Williams will be represented. This event is open to the public and is FREE to attend. This is a 21-and-over event. Added bonus – drinks are reasonably priced! For additional information, visit the Facebook page at ###a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=123072680&msgid=1026658&act=HNKQ&c=974518&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FThe-Jokers-1969396543158056%2F%3Fref%3Dbookmarks" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/The-Jokers-1969396543158056/?ref=bookmarks. The American Legion Post 184 is located at 412 Camino Real in Redondo Beach.

The annual Tour de Pier will take place on Sunday, May 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Manhattan Beach Pier. This unique fundraising event brings one of the hottest indoor fitness activities – stationary cycling – to the gorgeous outdoors. The Tour de Pier includes four 50-minute sessions beginning at 9 a.m. 1,700 cyclists will be riding on 350 stationary bikes while overlooking the breathtaking Pacific Ocean. The area’s best instructors and celebrity guests will spin riders through four 50-minute sessions with energizing music and loads of excitement. Participants can ride solo for all four sessions or be a team captain and recruit up to three teammates to register and ride as a team. In addition to the cycling portion of the Tour de Pier, the event will include a Health & Fitness Expo with a number of fitness and health related sponsors and kid’s Fun Zone with games, activities and entertainment. The Tour de Pier is organized to raise funds for the local cancer community including The Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, the Uncle Kory Foundation and Cancer Support Community. Ride in place – move charity forward! For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.tourdepier.com. Online registration closes on Sunday, April 29 at midnight or as space permits. The Manhattan Beach Pier and Strand is located at the western end of Manhattan Beach Boulevard in beautiful downtown Manhattan Beach.

The Automobile Driving Museum presents Ladies’ Car Care 101 & 301 on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

-Ladies’ Car Care 101: A two-hour class for all ages of women to gain confidence in car care. Learn routine checks, identify what’s under the hood and understand what to do when something goes wrong! Ladies Car Care 101 is Sunday, May 19 from 10 am to 12 p.m.

-Ladies’ Car Care 301: In Ladies Car Care 301, they will be covering how to change your car’s oil and oil filter. After demonstrating the steps, each one of you will do this on your own car. So, driving in the car you want to work on is important! Ladies Car Care 301 is Sunday, May 19 from 1 pm to 3 pm

Suggested donation is $15 per class. For additional information and registration, visit the website at https://www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org/event/lcc-101-may-2019/. The Automobile Driving Museum is located at 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

The Rotary Clubs of El Segundo, Palos Verdes Peninsula and South Bay Sunrise present the annual South Bay Beer & Wine Festival on Sunday, May 19 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Ernie Howlett Park in Rolling Hills Estates. Enjoy the wares of more than 100 exhibiting participants. Now in its sixth year, the South Bay Beer & Wine festival attracts the best in wine, craft beer and restaurant tastings from the entire southern California region. Treat your palate and have blast with friends this spring on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula. Attendees will enjoy live music by Detour and silent auction in addition to all those fabulous beverages and bites! Be sure to download the festival app. General admission tickets are $79. Purchase a VIP upgrade for an additional $42 and premium parking for $15. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.sbbeerwinefest.com. Ernie Howlett Park is located at 25851 Hawthorne Boulevard between Palos Verdes Drive North and Rolling Hills Road in Rolling Hills Estates.

LA Travel Magazine presents the annual Taste of the World on Sunday, May 19 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Rolling Hills Country Club. Taste of the World is a uniquely immersive experience featuring an orchestrated day fueled with excitement that transports guests around the world through food and beverage, accompanied by a masterfully curated entertainment experience, ultra-premium beverage offerings from specialty spirits to local brews and a competitive chef showdown where you decide who wins. As the competition begins, the chefs come to life and the spectacle commences as guests sample each and every dish in order to vote for their favorite at the end. Sample all of the chef’s incredible creations, sip fine wines or indulge in a specialty cocktail made by Flair Bartenders. Stop over at the Rosé & Bubbly Bar provided by Celebrity Cruises to enter to win a cruise to the Mediterranean, all while you are entertained by some of LA’s top cultural performers throughout the day. From World Champion Salsa dancing to authentic International entertainment, the day will be filled with bright colors and big flavors from all over the globe. Only a few lucky guests will be able to partake in this very private and all-inclusive event so get your tickets early! This is an exclusive event and space is limited. All attendees must be 21+ with ID. Uber/Lyft strongly encouraged. Tickets are $59 – $158. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-taste-of-the-world-tickets-55120782745?aff=eac2. Rolling Hills Country Club is located at 1 Chandler Ranch Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274.

The Choirs of St. Francis Episcopal and St. Peter’s by The Sea Presbyterian Church present To Be One… on Sunday, May 19 at 4 p.m. at St. Francis. Dr. Mark S Bennett, conductor; Dr. Jeannie Cobb, conductor; and Dr. Hyunju Hwang on organ will perform Chichester Psalms by Leonard Bernstein, with additional works by Stopford, Rutter, Courtney, Hagenberg and Forrest. This event is FREE to attend but donations are always appreciated. For additional information, contact Dr. Jeannie Cobb via email at jeannie.cobb@stfrancispalosverdes.org or Dr. Mark S. Bennett at mark@spbts.org. St. Francis Evensong service will take place on Sunday, May 19 at 4:00 p.m. at 2200 Via Rosa in Palos Verdes Estates.

The Manhattan Beach Police Officers’ Association in partnership with the American Red Cross and the family of Manhattan Beach Police Officer Mark Vasquez present the annual Memorial Event Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Joslyn Center. Mark Vasquez joined Manhattan Beach Police Department in 2005 and worked in patrol until he was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, a blood cancer, in 2007. Officer Vasquez’ battle against his cancer was valiant and at times, when he was able to return to work, he said he felt like Superman. His fellow officers quickly nicknamed Officer Vasquez “Superman” and held many fundraisers and events in support of their hero. However, the Manhattan Beach Police Department lost their Superman on May 15, 2011. To make your life saving appointment, visit the website at http://www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code “MarkVasquez.” The Joslyn Center is located at 1601 Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach CA 90266.

Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!

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https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/beach-cities-symphony-concert-farewell-maestro-brisk/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/fiesta-hermosa-2/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/naturalist-sketching/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/climb-gold-mountain/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/torrance-antique-street-faire-8/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-memorial-day-tributes/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-memorial-day-observance/

https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-economic-forum-2/

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.

Last week I attended an ###strong at the South Coast Botanic Garden. If you haven’t been to the Garden lately, you really should make a point to visit…. with the rainy winter we just experienced (and it seems to be continuing into spring), it’s a riot of blooms up there! You can view a few pics of the event at ###a href="https://click.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=123072680&msgid=1026658&act=HNKQ&c=974518&destination=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.southbaybyjackie.com%2Fartful-reception-south-coast-botanic-garden%2F" target="_blank">https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/artful-reception-south-coast-botanic-garden/.

This is a great deal! Southern Californians can now get $2 for every square foot of thirsty grass they replace with more water efficient sustainable landscaping, up to $10,000. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California launched its new Turf Replacement Program in April, doubling its rebate and approving other changes to make it easier to participate. For all the details, visit https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/metropolitan-water-district-doubles-turf-rebate/.

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests are Amanda Hunter, Veronica Torres and Amadeus Pirrotta from Good World Power of Peace, aka GWPOP, a non-profit Peace Mission focused on building the Power of Peace in young people from all walks of life, and we’re going to learn about the GWPOP event taking place on Saturday, May 18 at the Hermosa Beach Pier. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/gwpop/. 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 Stella Reid, Parent Coach, Nanny Coach and Nanny Matchmaker. Nanny Stella will share with us a few tricks of the trade, and we’ll learn what it takes to successfully coach parents. Listen to the podcast at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/nanny-stella/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!

Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!

Jackie

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