South Bay by Jackie Weekend Guide November 21, 2019

If I weren’t the responsible individual that I am, I would be out every night listening to live music. Music is my thing, always has been, and there’s nothing I enjoy more than discovering local bands and musicians. This week, I’m featuring a number of bands playing around town over the next several days leading up to Thanksgiving, in addition to a couple of jam sessions. If you have family and friends visiting for the holiday, don’t you think they’d enjoy an evening of live music and maybe some dancing? In addition to the events I have listed here, you’ll want to check out the Live Music Venues page on my website at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/live-music-venues.php
The community is invited to attend the annual Lomita State of the City Luncheon today, Thursday, November 21 from noon to 2 p.m. at Lomita Park Tom Rico Center. Come learn about what’s happening in the community as the Lomita Mayor and City Council deliver the annual State of the City address. Get a sneak preview of the new programs, partnerships and projects coming soon to the City. The Lomita Chamber of Commerce will also be revealing their campaign to attract and retain early-stage and startup businesses to the community. RSVP to City Hall at 310-325-7110. The cost to attend is $15 per person. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.lomita.com/cityhall. The Tom Rico Center is located at 24428 Eshelman Avenue in Lomita.
Social Workplace hosts the monthly Social Hour: Thirsty Third Thursdays today, Thursday, November 21 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your best smile and plenty of business cards. Each person has a chance to pitch their business to the group with plenty of mingling before and after. Pitches start promptly at 6 p.m. and refreshments are served. Pre-purchase tickets are $10 or pay $20 at the door. 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.
Halo of Hope will host a Kick-Off & Fundraiser Extravaganza today, Thursday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Moose Lodge. Halo of Hope is a US Cancer Charity Foundation committed to helping cancer patients survive the illness. It is a non-profit organization that is born of a passion to improve the survivorship of cancer victims through support programs and treatment funding to encourage them to stay strong and keep fighting. The event features cocktails and appetizers, holiday shopping, Bunco, and prizes, and focuses on cancer awareness. The Bunco tables fill up quickly! Suggested donation is $10 per person. For additional information, visit the website at http://haloofhope.org/. The Moose Lodge is located at 516 North Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
Barclay Roach presents the South Bay Jam tonight, Thursday, November 21 at 9:30 p.m. at The Standing Room. Every Thursday night, some of the South Bay’s best musicians gather for an evening of live improvisational music. The house band jams with various musicians playing an assortment of instruments and just about every music genre is covered – rock, blues, jazz, rap, disco, country and more. Every week you’ll hear music played in new and unique ways. Can you think of a better way to kick-off the weekend?!? For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/southbayjam/. The Standing Room is located at 1320 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau host the annual Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Hermosa Beach Friday, November 22 through Sunday, November 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event features discounts and specials at local shops and restaurants in the Downtown area. Pick up specially priced merchandise at participating stores and celebrate winter with seasonal menu items at local restaurants. Shoppers will also enjoy live music at different locations. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.hbchamber.net/.

Board & Brush Creative Studio celebrates the Grand Opening on Friday, November 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the new Torrance location. From the outside, it looks like a charming shop with an artsy feel. Once inside, there’s no mistaking this is a place for creativity to blossom, DIY confidence to take hold, and memories to be made. For the Grand Opening event, there will be gift bags for the first 50 people, 18 of which will include a coupon for a free workshop, and a chance to win a private VIP sign-making party for six valued at more than $400. Stations will be set up showing the steps in creating a sign, with a taco bar and drinks rounding out the festivities. Attendees will get a first look inside the studio decorated with lots of signs to get the creative juices flowing, with workshops to start November 23. You do not need to be a master craftsperson to sign up at the Torrance studio thanks to the instructor-led format of the workshops during which attendees are guided through the ins and outs of power tools, paint, art and assembly, with all materials supplied by the studio. Each workshop lasts about three hours and attendees can select from hundreds of design templates, with new ones added each month. The company works with top graphic designers around the country to create the designs, most with a vintage farmhouse look. A workshop costs $68 and pre-registration is required. This event is FREE and open to the public. For additional information, visit the website at http://boardandbrush.com/torrance. Board & Brush Creative Studio is located at 2421 West 205 Street, D-102, Torrance, CA.
Hey 19 Public House presents Melissa Jane All Starz on Friday, November 22 from 8 to 11 p.m. Melissa Jane will sing the night away with some of her most talented musician friends performing her favorite songs in the music styles she loves! The All Starz include Aragorn Wiederhold, Ivan Copelli and Willy Andresco. No cover charge! For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/3199719770070048/. Hey 19 Public House is located at 4525 Calle Mayor, Torrance, CA 90509.
Mychal’s Learning Place presents the annual Friends of Mychal’s Art Show Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23. The show is a two-day open house and features original artwork by the community Mychal’s serves. This is a juried art show where most of the pieces will be available for sale. Hours are Friday 6 to 9:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is FREE and open to the public! Mychal’s Learning Place is a non-profit that believes children and adults with developmental disabilities deserve to be challenged with opportunities that build self-esteem and independence, creating long term success for life. All proceeds go directly to supporting the amazing programs and efforts of Mychal’s Learning Place. or additional information, visit the website at https://www.mychals.org/. Mychal’s Learning Place is located at 4901 West Rosecrans Avenue in Hawthorne.
The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce will host the Grand Opening Celebration for The Waste Less Shop on Saturday, November 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get your holiday shopping done during the special sale to celebrate the opening of the store. Bring your own cup for some Two Guns coffee, Practical Magic hot tea, wine, or champagne. There will also be zero-waste vegan, gluten-free snacks from Turning It Green. At 3:45 there will be a moment of mindful meditation hosted by Rooted Beings, followed by some zero-waste living tips from local environmental experts and a giveaway and toast at 5 p.m. Can’t make it in? That’s okay – the online store will have a ONE DAY SALE to celebrate as well! For additional information and to register, visit https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egq5lo9g2439a873&oseq=&c=27ecd404-059f-11ea-87e0-d4ae529cde13&ch=2820761a-059f-11ea-87e0-d4ae529cde13. The Waste Less Shop is located at 3515 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
Head to Hermosa Beach for the first annual Java Man Jam on Saturday, November 23 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The mission of the event is to help re-establish Hermosa Beach as a destination for all kinds of live music, build community and revitalize downtown. Music is what put Hermosa on the map 70 years ago at The Lighthouse, and we have such a wonderful community of very talented musicians. Let’s ring in the holiday season with some great music and show our musicians some love. Bring your beach chair! This is a community event, funded by the people, for the people. There’s a Facebook fundraising page set up here, so please give what you can. Every little bit helps. 100% of all donations will be used to pay the many musicians participating in this event. (If they raise more money than needed for this first event, funds will be held to pay musicians for future music experiences in public spaces in Hermosa Beach.) FYI: The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce is donating the Special Event Permit, which saves about $1,300 in permit and insurance fees – Thanks HBCC! If you might be interested in performing or helping to organize or promote this event, contact Adam Malovani at 310-968-4948. Java Man is located at 157 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Hermosa Business Association present the Holiday Stroll on Saturday, November 23 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Downtown Hermosa Beach. The day will be filled with specials at retail stores and restaurants, multiple places to hear live music and an Elf Scavenger Hunt, awarding prizes from many Hermosa businesses. This year horse-drawn carriage rides are FREE and open to the public. Carriages will board and return to 10 Street and Hermosa Avenue in front of the Comedy & Magic Cub from 12 noon to 3 p.m. The City will be decorated for the holidays with banners and festive store-fronts. A special window decorating contest for all businesses will be held, with the winners being announced at the Hermosa Beach Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 7. The Holiday Stroll is a family-friendly event, allowing residents and visitors to browse Hermosa and Pier Avenues, sample holiday beverages and treats at many retailers, and shop early for the holiday season. There will be live music at Java Man, Uncorked and several other stores. Additionally, the Harmony Carolers will be roaming throughout downtown singing all the holiday favorites, adding to the festivities. Families can take advantage of restaurant specials and children’s activities, including the annual Elf Scavenger Hunt. Find the Elf Scavenger Hunt will take place Saturday, November 23 as part of the Hermosa Holiday Stroll. Participating retail stores and restaurants will display a specially named Elf-On-A-Shelf sign. Participants need to find the elves in each establishment and record the names. Sign-up sheets will be in each participating store from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Gum Tree is the designated drop-off location for the completed sheets. No purchase necessary to participate and local gift baskets of prizes will be awarded. A few of the Stroll Happenings this year include....
•Sol Baby – “Hey Turkey Promo”, with Pick a Turkey at check- out, plus sips and snacks
•Curious Workshop – in store discounts & Annual Tacky Holiday Window Photos
•Salvatore’s Shoe Repair – complimentary refreshments and cookies
•Hennessey’s – Holiday Irish Coffees & Russian Reindeer drinks ($5/ each)
•Amaloa Art Boutique – Complimentary 3-minutes sound healing, plus tea and cookies
•Gum Tree – Free Gum Tree tote with all purchases plus Jewelry by Cari Trunk Show with on the spot custom stamped jewelry in solid sterling silver or 14k gold, and refreshments all day
•Uncorked – Shop & Sip complimentary Champagne tastes with live-music from 4-6 p.m.
•Dia de Campo – Mexican Hot Cocoa Tasters on the Sidewalk and festive holiday gear
•Decadence Bar – Complimentary glass of wine to all diners plus special bites
•Montce Swim – Extra 15% off all sale items
•Steak & Whisky – Free holiday cookies on the sidewalk plus special festive décor
•Abigaile – Brewery Tent on the street with candy canes and treats
“This kick-off to the holidays brings the community together and gives shops the opportunity to showcase their must-have merchandise and provide entertainment and tastes to their customers,” said Maureen Hunt, HCC president/ CEO. “The Downtown Business Association is gathering more and more specials daily, and with the new horse-drawn carriage rides, we know we have something special for all ages,” said Kathy Knoll, co-owner of Uncorked and Hermosa Business Association business owner volunteer. For additional information, call the Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce at 310-375-0951 or visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/940524929661109/.

The Jokers, a South Bay-based classic rock band, will perform on Saturday, November 23 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the American Legion Post 184. The evening’s song list will feature hidden gems by 10 Years After, Dave Mason, the Zombies, Strawberry Alarm Clock, Booker T and the MGs, Bill Withers, Wilson Pickett, and a great version of Billy Stewart’s Summertime. In addition, plan on The Jokers playing “the party hits you grew up with” featuring Van Morrison, CCR, ZZ Top, Santana, the Beatles, the Stones, the Rascals, Beau Brummels, Eddie Floyd, the Shondells, the Standells, the Hollies, Grass Roots, James Brown and many more. 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 Jokers Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/The-Jokers-1969396543158056/?ref=bookmarks. The American Legion Post 184 is located at 412 Camino Real in Redondo Beach.
Hermosa Saloon presents Freestone on Saturday, November 23 from 9 p.m. to midnight. Freestone returns to the NEW Hermosa Saloon! The inside of Hermosa Saloon has been remodeled and now has great sight lines and a stage. It is the perfect place to rock out with The Stone! For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1329390410571705/. Hermosa Saloon is located at 211 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
The monthly Torrance Antique Street Faire takes place on Sunday, November 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features 200+ sellers offering antiques, collectibles, vintage clothes, jewelry, LP’s, toys, tools, plants, home decor and more. Have your antiques appraised for only $3, enjoy a free crafting activity with Karen’s Krafts 4 Kids and live music. Rain or shine, free admission and pet friendly! 2019 DATES: Jan. 27 • Feb. 24 • Mar. 24 • Apr. 28 • May 26 • June 23 • July 28 • Aug. 25 • Sep. 22 • Oct. 27 • Nov. 24 • Dec. 22 For additional information, call (310) 328-6107 or visit the website at http://www.torranceantiquefaire.com/. The Torrance Antique Street Faire is located at 1317 Sartori Avenue in downtown Torrance.
Silver: polished √
Glasses: sparkling √
Table cloth: wrinkle free √
Knives: sharpened √
Stuffing ingredients: chopped √
Pies: cooling √
Cranberry relish: stewing √
Turkey: brining √
There’s nothing left to do the night before Thanksgiving other than admire your handiwork…. and that will take all of three minutes. Start a new tradition and head to Hey 19 for the annual Thanksgiving Eve Party on Wednesday, November 27 from 8 to 11 p.m. featuring live music by Bishop’s Godmother. Why should the turkey be the only one to get basted? Hey 19 Public House is located at 4525 Calle Mayor, Torrance, CA 90505.

Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/torrance-turkey-trot/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/drive-movie-nights/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/small-business-saturday-common-space-brewery/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/palos-verdes-peninsula-land-conservancy-activities/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/mb-kiwanis-breakfast-santa/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/senior-comedy-afternoons/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-santa-float-schedule/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/torrance-memorial-holiday-festival/
https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/sleepy-hollow-christmas-lights-fun-run/
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.
To help you stay local and enjoy all of the festive events Hermosa Beach has to offer, the City of Hermosa Beach is offering FREE On-Street Parking in the commercial areas (at marked meters). This year’s holiday parking program will begin Wednesday, November 27 and last through Wednesday, December 25. Shop, eat and entertain locally in Hermosa Beach with family and friends this holiday season!
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guest is Redondo Beach Council Member John Gran. John was elected to serve on the District 4 City Council Seat in April 2017 and is currently facing a Recall effort supported by the Redondo Beach Fire Union and a local citizen’s group because of his decision to keep the local Redondo Beach Fire Department and not outsource fire services to LA County Fire. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/john-gran-redondo-beach-district-4-council-member/. 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 Kelley Haley, Owner of Homie in Manhattan Beach. For Kelley, Homie creates a space that celebrates what is best about the community. She can remember a time when Manhattan Beach shop owners knew the local kids’ names and even ran tabs for them; a time when neighbors looked out for each other. It’s her goal to keep that spirit alive. This morning, we’ll take a stroll down nostalgia lane and learn how Homie is keeping it real! Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/kelley-haley-homie/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie

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