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SO many terrific events happening this weekend! I’m particularly interested in the art shows since we plan to redecorate at some point this year and want to accent our decor with the work of local artists. I’ve already purchased a few pieces and am eager to find more. I believe in surrounding yourself with things you love - be it people, books, art, food, music, a favorite sweater or particular scent - and since there are so many ridiculously talented artists right in our back yard, I’m sure I’ll have no trouble finding more beautiful pieces!
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Impact Awards Celebration today, Thursday, June 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance-South Bay. The event will recognize incoming Chairman, Dan Armendariz, and Leadership Torrance 2019 graduates. The honorees include Large Business of the Year (Sunrider International); Small Business of the Year (Andes Florist); Non-Profit of the Year (South Coast Botanic Garden) and more. Tickets are $45. For details and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.torrancechamber.com/event/2019awards/. DoubleTree by Hilton Torrance — South Bay is located at 21333 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90503.
Barsha Wines & Spirits will host an Artist Showcase Opening Night tonight, Thursday, June 6 from 5 to 10 p.m. Attendees will enjoy live music, sips and bites and a raffle. Featured artists include Tom Delaney, Emily Brantly, Rafael McMaster, Diana Flynn, Robin Lebowe, Natalie Strong, Kerry Stitt, Paul Roustan, Andre Snyman, Sara Carli, Drica Lobo and Wendy Stillman. The Artist Showcase will be on display June 6 to June 28. Tickets are $35 on line and $40 at the door. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barsha-art-show-tickets-62331938506?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. Barsha Wine & Spirits Tasting Room is located at 917 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA.
Riviera Village presents First Friday on June 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. This free, monthly event is the place to be every first Friday! Head to the Village and enjoy live music, food samplings, gallery viewing, promotional offers and more while you dine and shop. Riviera Village merchants and art galleries stay open until 8 p.m. The energy will be fueled by live music at various locations from 6 to 8 p.m. The Village has plenty of metered parking on every street, along with a large metered parking lot in the triangle bordered by South Elena Avenue, Via El Prado and Avenida del Norte, and additional parking off South Catalina Avenue and Vista Del Mar. The parking fees are $1.50 per hour from 9am to 9pm and many meters conveniently accept credit cards for payment. For additional information, visit the website at http://rivieravillage.net/.
The South Coast Botanic Garden presents Movie Night on Friday, June 7 from 6 to 10 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a screening of Mary Poppins Returns, a 2018 American musical fantasy film directed by Rob Marshall. The film is a sequel to the 1964 film Mary Poppins, and stars Emily Blunt as the eponymous character with Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer, Julie Walters, Dick Van Dyke, Angela Lansbury, Colin Firth, and Meryl Streep in supporting roles. Set in 1930’s London, twenty-five years after the events of the original film, it sees Mary Poppins, the former nanny of Jane and Michael Banks, returning after a family tragedy. Pre-movie activities for kids begin at 6:45 p.m. Before the movie begins guests are invited to take the Fairies vs Trolls challenge or go for a sunset stroll in the Garden. Movie begins at dusk, approximately 8:15 p.m. Families are invited to bring their own picnics (with non-alcoholic beverages). Food and drink concessions will be available for purchase. (Family-friendly options, as well as beer and wine. No outside alcohol permitted.) Tickets are $6 for Members and $11 for non-members. Advance tickets are required. Ticket Sale Dates: April 15 for Members and May 1 for Non-members. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://southcoastbotanicgarden.org/event/movie-night-mary-poppins-returns/. The South Coast Botanic Garden is located at 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes, CA 90247.
Terranea Resort presents the Nelson’s Summer Concert Series on Friday, June 7, featuring Everyday Housewives and Saturday, June 8, featuring Wise. The series runs from Memorial Day Weekend through late October. Fridays and Saturdays from 6 to 10 p.m., guests will enjoy live music at Nelson’s cliff-side perch overlooking the deep blue. Local bands and musicians will play everything from Country and Reggae to Classic Rock. Delicious food, fabulous music, incomparable vistas – this is how we do summer in the South Bay. For additional information, call (310) 265-2766 or visit the website at https://www.terranea.com. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.

The Roadium Open Air Market presents Summer Fridays Drive-In Movies every Friday 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! Head over for the series’ opening night on Friday, June 7 with Back to the Future! This 1985 sci-fi classic stars Michael J. Fox as a high-school kid who finds the adventure of a lifetime as an accidental time-traveler. Whether you’re already a Doc Brown fan or you’ve never even heard of the Delorean, you’re in for an amazing night. 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 Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/277460746532742/. The Roadium Open Air Market is located at 2500 West Redondo Beach Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90504.
Join volunteers at Seaside Heroes Park for the monthly Community Beautification Event on Saturday, June 8 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.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Recognized as a high quality, family friendly event, the Fair features a range of activities designed to appeal to a broad spectrum of visitors. Enjoy shopping, music, dining, more than 200 arts and crafts booths, carnival rides, International Food Court, craft beer and wine garden, children’s petting zoo and pony rides, community events, pet adoptions and continuous live entertainment on two separate stages. Convenient all-day carnival ride wristbands will be available for purchase. Free parking is available at Peninsula High School with a free shuttle service to and from the Fair. The campus parking lot is located on Silver Spur Road near the corner of Hawthorne Boulevard. For additional information, call the Palos Verdes Chamber of Commerce at 310-377-8111 or visit the website at https://www.palosverdeschamber.com/pv-street-fair. The Fair takes place at Norris Center Drive and Silver Spur Road in Rolling Hills Estates.
The Redondo Beach Pier Association and Cancer Support Community hostYoga on the Octagon the second Saturday of each month (June 8) 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 more information, visit the website athttp://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.
Support local artists at the annual Hermosa Beach Fine Art Festival on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9. The Festival has grown considerably over the years and takes place on the lawn of the Community Center between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. both days. The event features the work of nearly 100 talented artists in a variety of mediums including photography, glass, metal, paintings, ceramics and mixed media. Attendees will enjoy live music and food for purchase, along with arts and crafts for children. For additional information, visit the website at http://hermosafinearts.com/. The Hermosa Beach Community Center is located at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.
Del Amo Fashion Center presents the Summer Music Series on Saturday, June 8 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 Saturday, June 8, Saturday, July 13, Saturday, August 10 and Saturday, September 14. For additional information, visit the website at https://www.simon.com/mall/del-amo-fashion-center/stores/del-amo-fashion-center-management-office/stream/summer-music-series-6133390. Del Amo Fashion Center is located at 3525 Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503.
The Hermosa Beach Artist Collective presents the Opening Reception: Symbiosis on Saturday, June 8 from 4 to 9 p.m. at Resin Gallery. The second annual Symbiosis show will feature projects that are collaborations between artists. Last year’s event was an amazing success and this year’s exhibit will be even better! Symbiosis will run from June 8 through June 15. For additional information, visit the website at http://sbartistcollective.org/. Resin Gallery is located at 618 Cypress Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

As of yesterday, there were still tickets available, which is kind of remarkable…… Mark your calendar for the annual Manhattan Wine Auction on Saturday, June 8 at 4 p.m. at the Manhattan Country Club. The evening features wine and food tastings, live and silent auctions, live entertainment, music and dancing. Over 80 world-class vintners, distilleries and breweries and 40 South Bay restaurants will offer guests an array of delicious bites and beverages. The live and silent auction lots feature the finest in collectible wines, exotic trips, one-of-a-kind dinners and much more. The Manhattan Wine Auction is the largest charity wine auction in Southern California. This popular event sells out fast, and again this year, over 2,000 attendees are expected. General admission tickets are $300 per person. Proceeds from the annual Manhattan Wine Auction benefit the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation (MBEF). For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website athttp://manhattanwineauction.com/. The Manhattan Country Club is located at 1330 Park View Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
The Palos Verdes Art Center presents the Opening Reception: Anna Wilding: Celebrate Hope – Photographs of the Obama White House on Saturday, June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is pleased to announce Celebrate Hope, presenting exclusive photographs by Anna Wilding when she was based at the White House, 2015-2017, during the Obama administration. Experience the “People’s House” through rare images of First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama as they inhabit the West and East Wings. Anna Wilding has been cited as iconic for both her work on screen and behind the lens as a director and photographer, as well as writer, producer, actress, and comedian. Her photographs have received wide critical acclaim and her prints of the Obama White House hang in private collections on both coasts and have been featured in magazines, newspapers, and television, including Variety, Herald de Paris, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. The exhibition will run from June 8 through July 6, 2019. This event is FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the website at https://pvartcenter.org/. Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education is located at 5504 West Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.
Palos Verdes Art Center presents the Opening Reception: Now Trending on Saturday, June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. Current art students from leading Southern California art programs were invited to mine the cultural landscape of Los Angeles for inspiration leading to the submission of dynamic new work to be showcased in PVAC’s Fourth Annual Alpay Scholarship University Student Juried Exhibition, Now Trending. Over 300 submissions were received from current undergraduate and graduate students with 40 artworks chosen for exhibition. The Jurist is Shana Nys Dambrot, LA Weekly Arts Editor. The show runs June 8 through July 6, 2019. This event is FREE to attend. For additional information, visit the website at https://pvartcenter.org/. The Palos Verdes Art Center is located at 5504 West Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.
April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents Scenes by the Sea on Saturday, June 8 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 Lloyd Leifer and Rashel Mereness. 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 Downtown Torrance Association and Torrance Antique Street Faire present Cruisin’ 4 Brews on Sunday, June 9 from Noon to 4 p.m. in Downtown Torrance. The event features a Beer Garden in The Depot parking lot where attendees can sample suds from 15 craft breweries; a car show on Cabrillo; live music and entertainment on two stages; vendor booths on Sartori with antiques, crafts, oddities and new merchandise; family games and crafts on El Prado; and specials at local shops and restaurants. This event is FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/381535912689008/. The Depot is located at 1250 Cabrillo Avenue, Torrance, CA 90501.
Metlox Plaza presents Live Music at Metlox every Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Each Sunday afternoon Metlox Plaza will feature a different band or musician for shoppers, diners and gatherers to enjoy. Metlox Plaza is a unique shopping and dining destination located at the gateway to Downtown Manhattan Beach. Metlox boasts a European style town square where upscale shopping and dining offerings intertwine with landscaped courtyards, fountains, a fire sculpture and public art that celebrates the history of the Metlox Pottery manufacturing facility that occupied the site from 1927. For additional information, visit the website at http://metloxmb.com/. Metlox Plaza is located at 451 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach with convenient metered parking in the Metlox structure.

Join Beach Cities Health District for the FREE Summer Fitness Series: Zumba in the Park, every Monday in June at 6 p.m. in Alta Vista Park. Get ready to dance your way into shape this summer! Every Monday night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the public is invited to participate and move at their own pace. All ages are welcome. This FREE community event brings together friends, family, fitness and fun! Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and athletic clothing. Classes will be led by certified Zumba® instructors from the Center for Health & Fitness. Zumba in the Park is a huge hit every summer! For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.bchd.org/freefitness. Alta Vista Park is located at 715 Julia Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.
Here’s a HEADS-UP on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!
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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.
Beach Cities Health District offers the community a variety of monthly activities and special events. Take a look at what’s scheduled for June at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/bchd-events/.
It’s crawfish season and Ragin’ Cajun Café will be serving it up all weekend! Shipped fresh from Louisiana, guests can enjoy boiled crawfish, shrimp, king crab, snow crab, Dungeness crab and more. They’ll be serving between 11 a.m. and 10 p.m. but be sure to order early before they run out! For additional information, call 310-540-7403 or visit the website at https://www.ragincajuncafe.com/. Ragin’ Cajun is located at 525 South Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach.
Calling all volunteers! On Saturday, June 22, 2019 the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation will host the South Bay Festival of the Arts at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, located at 3330 Civic Center Drive, in Torrance. The event will be open to the public from 11 am to 5 pm. Your help is needed to make this the best South Bay Festival of the Arts ever! Thousands of people attend the Festival every year, and it takes a lot of people all working together to make the experience smooth and enjoyable for everyone. 300 volunteers are needed to fill shifts throughout the day. Your consideration is much appreciated! Learn more about what volunteers do by visiting https://torrancearts.org/festival-volunteer/. To register as a volunteer, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0HXsgvlIB2j4mr-8G6KKfxxEvQ-dsMDK2Tt2HVRL5UqTViQ/viewform.
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guest this morning is photographer, Anna Wilding. The Palos Verdes Art Center will host the Opening Reception: Anna Wilding: Celebrate Hope – Photographs of the Obama White House on Saturday, June 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. Attendees will experience the “People’s House” through rare images of First Lady Michelle Obama and President Barack Obama as they inhabit the West and East Wings. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/anna-wilding-celebrate-hope/. 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 Jen Endacott of Endacott Coaching. Jen is Professional Coach who helps individuals set, and achieve, personal and professional goals. She also works with companies on increasing effective communication, team building and improvement of workplace culture. Listen to the podcast live at 8 a.m. or anytime at https://www.southbaybyjackie.com/jen-endacott-endacott-coaching/. Tune in every Friday morning and discover what’s happening in Manhattan Beach!
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
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