South Bay By Jackie Weekend Guide July 7, 2016

Well, that Fourth of July celebration was certainly a blast....but that was just the beginning of what promises to be a summer bursting with fun-filled events. What’s next, you ask? Read on, my friends, read on…..

The City of Manhattan Beach and Skechers present the annualManhattan Beach Open Tennis Tournament Thursday, July 7 through Sunday, July 10. Take your game to the next level or put your practice into play at this classic South Bay sporting event! All the action takes place at the Live Oak Park Tennis Facility, Mira Costa High School and Manhattan Country Club. From Men’s and Women’s Open Singles and Doubles Divisions to Amateur Divisions, the tournament is sure to provide a fun-filled weekend of competition at its finest. The event features:

•Prizes and trophies for all division winners

•Single elimination

•All entries include lunch, a T-shirt, and a goodie bag

•US Open Wilson tennis balls will be in play for all events.

•Pro/Sponsor Exhibition Prior to Men’s Singles Final at Manhattan Country Club

•Entry Deadline: July 6, 2015 at 5:00 PM (early registration fees end Friday June 26th at 5:00 PM)

•Player Raffle held at the Manhattan Country Club, Sunday July 19, 2015 (must be present to receive prize)

For all the details and registration, visit the website athttp://www.citymb.info/city-officials/parks-and-recreation/tennis/2014-manhattan-beach-open-tennis-tournament. Live Oak Park is located at 1601 Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach. Mira Coast High School is located at 1401 Artesia Boulevard in Manhattan Beach. Manhattan Country Club is located at 1330 Parkview Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

The Redondo Beach Pier Association presents the Summer of Music Concert Series every Thursday and Saturday evening from6 to 8 p.m. starting July 2 and running through September 3. These concerts are free to the public, so grab a few beach chairs and gather your family, friends and neighbors for a casual, relaxing evening of entertainment the South Bay way. Concerts on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays will take place at the Octagon where the pier meets the International Boardwalk below Kincaid’s; all other concerts will take place at the end of the pier. For additional information, directions and concert schedule, visit the website athttp://www.redondopier.com/event/2016-summer-of-music/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at 100 Fisherman’s Wharf in Redondo Beach.

The Torrance Police Department is offering a FREE 12 hourWomen’s Self-Defense Seminar on Friday, July 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, July 9 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This course is a comprehensive class for women that teaches awareness, prevention, risk and risk avoidance. There will be hands on self-defense techniques taught. This seminar is reserved for residents, employees or members of civic groups in the city of Torrance. The class is restricted to attendees 14 years of age and older. For those ages 14 and 15, a mother or other female guardian must attend the class as well (or at minimum be present during the class). For those 16 and 17 years old, a parent or guardian must sign a waiver, but need not be present. The first class session will be a classroom presentation and the second day will be the practical application. Wear comfortable clothing like sweats or leggings to cover the knees, and athletic shoes. This program is instructed by certified members of the Torrance Police Department and is held at the Torrance Police Department. For additional information, contact Lieutenant Chris Roosen at croosen@torranceca.gov. To sign up for the course, visit the website at https://www.torranceca.gov/Survey/TakeSurvey.asp?SurveyID=34I397136lmMG. Please note, if you sign up, make sure you are able to attend. There is limited space in the class and they want to give those who are committed the opportunity to attend. In the last few sessions, several people dropped out at last minute and they would like to avoid this. Please be mindful of the dates and only register if you are sure you will be able to attend.

The Automobile Driving Museum will host a Collector Car Appreciation Day Cruise In on Saturday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your collector car to the Museum and connect with other area collectors. This FREE event will also feature food trucks and live music. To register your car, visit the website at http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ecql18gkce9e14de&llr=raq4tmkab. Set-up begins at 9:30. The ADM joins The SEMA Action Network to celebrate “Collector Car Appreciation Day”, the seventh consecutive commemoration in what is now an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org. The Automobile Driving Museum is located at 610 Lairport Street in El Segundo.

The annual Jayo Invitational & Art at the Beach will take place on Saturday, July 9 at Dockweiler State Beach. The Jayo Invitational is a beach event featuring the Art at the Beach art auction along with beach sports including the country’s most prestigious Celebrity-Pro-Am Beach Volleyball event. It is a best-of-brand event celebrating the California lifestyle of promoting health and wellness that combines the world of sports and fitness, art and music. Proceeds from the Jayo Invitational are allocated to charitable organizations that work to aid children in the advancement of health and education. Art at the Beach, sponsored by Barefoot Wine, is a unique art auction that takes place steps from the sand in the Beach Club during the Jayo Celebrity Pro-Am. The auction is dedicated to art inspired by the ocean. Curated by Holly Socrates of the Holly Socrates Gallery, the auction presents pieces for bidding starting at 50% of value. Proceeds benefit public school enrichment programs. The 2016 Art at the Beach auction will feature over 15 artists and be catered by Lido Di Manhattan. It’s a full day of fun in the sun!

Schedule:

09:30am registration for tournament

10:00am registration for kids clinic

10:30am tournament start

11:00am kids clinic start

12:00pm art at the beach

12:30pm kids clinic end

12:30pm luau of laughs lunch

01:30pm surf lessons with surf bus fnd.

05:00pm tournament end

05:30pm beach bash after party

For additional information and to register for the Jayo Invitational & Art at the Beach, visit the website at http://www.jayoinvitational.com/. Dockweiler State Beach is located at 12505 Vista Del Mar in Playa del Rey.

The Manhattan Beach Chamber presents the third annual Bite at the Beach on Saturday, July 9. This food and craft beer pairing event will take place at the MBS Media Campus in Manhattan Beach from 3 to 6 p.m. with special VIP entrance beginning at 2 p.m. Now in its third year, 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 for the event at the entrance and have the opportunity to enjoy as many tastes from the paired restaurants and breweries as desired. Last year, the event featured over 20 restaurants and breweries and attracted over 700 attendees. Participating restaurants and breweries will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets are on sale now – General Admission is $75, VIP is $100. Purchase your tickets before June 1st and receive two for the price of one! ENTER CODE: 060116. For additional information about the event, ticket purchase or to get involved, visit the website at

http://business.manhattanbeachchamber.com/events/details/bite-at-the-beach-2016-8392. The MBS Media Campus is located at 1600 Rosecrans Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

Lady of Magic presents Stars of Magic on Saturday, July 9 at 2 p.m. at the Hermosa Beach Community Center Second Story Theater. Hosted by Sisuepahn Phila, the event takes place the second Saturday of each month and features award winning magicians that have perform at the Magic Castle, Penn & Teller’s ‘Fool Us’ and on America’s Got Talent. The July 9 show will feature Magician Ron Saylor http://www.ronsaylor.com/ and Matthew Ryan Singer http://www.miraclesbeforeyoureyes.com/. All ages are welcome to attend – tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for seniors and kids 12 and under. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.ladyofmagic.com/.The Hermosa Beach Community Center is located at 710 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach.

Don’t forget that the Riviera Village Farmers’ Market is now held on Sunday mornings from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the triangle parking lot located between Avenida del Norte, South Elena Avenue and Via El Prado. For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RivieraVillage/posts/10154359907434225:0?__mref=message_bubble.

El Segundo Museum of Art presents Family Day: The Sound of MATTER on Sunday, July 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This Family Day, reimagine the way sounds are created with artist Jorge Espinosa. Experiment and play with familiar objects like beads and rubber bands to construct one-of-a-kind sound sculptures. All materials will be provided. Please be aware that this workshop will involve small objects, tools (hammers and nails), and delicate recording equipment. While the activity will be a lot of fun for all ages, we encourage parent supervision for younger visitors. As always, admission is FREE! For additional information, visit the website at http://esmoa.org/. El Segundo Museum of Art is located at 208 Main Street in El Segundo.

The Revolution presents Erotic City: A Tribute to Prince on Sunday, July 10 at 6 p.m. at the James Armstrong Theater. Erotic City is a live, adult event that reinvents itself every 15 to 20 minutes with a new story line. With plots taken from the song titles of Prince, these mini-stories, scandalous situations and shocking twists will make fans of Empire and Scandal take note. This is an incredibly unique event is influenced by the love of Prince and sexy storytelling. Tickets are $30. For additional information and ticket purchase, call the box office at 310-781-7171 or visit the website at http://www.revolutionshowtime.com. The James Armstrong Theater is located at 3330 Civic Center Drive in Torrance.

The City of Manhattan Beach presents the annual Concerts in the Park series kicking off Sunday, July 10 and running throughSeptember 4. The series is a summer-long event held at Polliwog Park and takes place every Sunday evening from 5 to 7 p.m.Concerts in the Park has featured such artists as the Doo-Wah Riders, Nathan Shrake, Elvis and Beatles tribute Bands, as well as a host of other talented musicians. Every year, The Hyperion Outfall Serenaders, the ‘Official Band of Manhattan Beach’, opens the series. These performances are free to the public. There are no dogs, barbecues or wheeled vehicles allowed at any time in the concert area. Umbrellas and pop-up tents may be set up before and after the concert but once the concert begins, you will be required to take them down. Get out your beach chairs, blankets and picnic baskets and head to Polliwog Park for some classic summertime fun! Polliwog Park is located at 1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach. For more information and the concert schedule, visit the website at http://www.ci.manhattan-beach.ca.us/city-officials/parks-and-recreation/cultural-arts/concerts-in-the-park-2013.

This season, Shakespeare by the Sea presents two brand new productions staged at venues throughout the South Bay. The first of these performances will take place in Hermosa Beach this weekend. Cymbeline, directed by Cylan Brown, is an action-adventure-fairy-tale-romance! Shakespeare tells an epic romantic tale filled with magical potions, dastardly villains, ghosts, gods and lost princes. Othello, directed by Stephanie Coltrin, is an emotionally gripping thriller, where gossip turns friendships rancid, and rumor brutally murders innocence. Othello is as unflinching in its power as it is in its heartbreak. The performances are scheduled as follows:

Hermosa Beach – Valley Park, Valley & Gould

Wednesday, July 13 at 7pm: Othello

Thursday, July 14 at 7pm: Cymbeline

Very steep hill – low beach chairs, and blankets are best. Gets a little damp and chilly. You have to park in the surrounding neighborhood and walk in.

Shakespeare by the Sea is a non-profit organization whose mission is to ignite imagination, promote literacy and offer a venue for technical and performing artists to exercise their passion. So grab a few lawn chairs, blankets and a picnic basket and settle in for a theater production by the greatest playwright of all time. These shows are free and open to the public. All seating is on a first come, first serve basis. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.shakespearebythesea.org/wp/.

The City of El Segundo Recreation & Parks Department is proud to present the 2016 Summer Concerts in the Park Seriessponsored by Chevron. These free concerts take place on selectSunday evenings at Library Park located in the 600 block of Main Street in beautiful downtown El Segundo. Activities begin at 4 p.m.with the music starting at 4:30 and running until 6 p.m. Gourmet food trucks will be on site and kids can stop by the gazebo for free face painting and arts & crafts provided by Camp Cowabungo Day Camp. On Sunday, July 10 the series features Tenn West playing today’s popular country. No glass containers are permitted and please leave the pets at home! For additional information, call 310 524-2700 or visit the website at http://www.elsegundo.org/depts/recreation/.

Beach Cities Health District presents Zumba in the Park, everyMonday from July 11 through August 15, as part of the FREE Summer Fitness Series. 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 and all ages are welcome. This FREE community-wide event brings together the community, fitness and fun! Zumba in the Park will take place Monday, July 11 at Lincoln Elementary located at 2223 Plant Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90278. 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 was a huge hit last summer and it’s even more popular this year! You don’t want to miss this! For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.bchd.org/node/6962.

Gather your girlfriends and join local author Sheri Fink for theCake in Bed Painting Party on Tuesday, July 12 at 7 p.m. at Paint & Pour. It’s going to be a romantic evening of cake, wine, and painting! Guests will paint a scene inspired by the cover of her sweet and sexy debut romance novel, Cake in Bed. Sheri will read an excerpt from her internationally best-selling book and attendees will have a chance to purchase autographed copies. Registration includes your painting, all supplies, a glass of wine, a reading by the author, and a cupcake! It’ll be a Girls’ Night Out to remember. Register today because you deserve to have your cake and eat it, too … preferably in bed! For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.whimsicalworldofsherifink.com/products/cake-in-bed-painting-party-july-12-in-redondo-beach-ca. Paint ’n Pour is located at 2772 Artesia Boulevard, Suite 106, Redondo Beach, CA 90278.

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce invites the public to their monthly “Good Morning, Palos Verdes!” Breakfast Networking Mixer on Wednesday, July 13, from 7:15 to 9:00 a.m. at Good Stuff Palos Verdes. The guest speaker will be Captain Dan Beringer of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Lomita Station, on the topic “What Business Owners Can Do to be More Proactive about Crime.” Admission to the Mixer is $18 for PVP Chamber members and $25 for prospective members and guests and includes networking, a hearty breakfast, an opportunity to deliver an ad about your business or organization, and door prizes. If you plan to attend, please RSVP by calling 310-377-8111, or via email to office@palosverdeschamber.com or visit the website athttp://www.palosverdeschamber.com. Good Stuff Palos Verdes is located at Promenade on the Peninsula, 550 Deep Valley Drive #151, Rolling Hills Estates.

The community is invited to attend the U.S. Army Recruiting Battalion Los Angeles Change of Command Ceremony onWednesday, July 13 at 10 a.m. at Veteran’s Park. The command will pass from LTC Norman S. Lawrence to LTC Mark Ripley. We look forward to saying thanks for a job well done to LTC Lawrence and his family, and also warmly welcome LTC Ripley into the Rough Rider family. Refreshments will be served. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Fernando Sanjurjo at (818) 609-7312 or via email at fernando.sanjurjo.civ@mail.mil. The ceremony will be conducted at Veterans Park located at 309 Esplanade, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

Hermosa Design hosts the next Happy Hour HD on Wednesday, July 13 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. The event focuses on developing, designing and building progressive communities and will bring together area commercial and residential developers, brokers, architects, designers, construction and real estate professionals. Happy Hour HD takes place the second Wednesday of each month. If you plan to attend, please RSVP at contact@hermosa-design.com. For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.hermosa-design.com/. Hermosa Design is located at 618 Cypress Avenue Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.

Beach Cities Health District now offers FREE Mindfulness Drop-Inthe first Wednesday (that’s July 13) of each month at 5:30 p.m.Take 30 minutes to downshift and practice mindfulness techniques. The monthly sessions will be led by trained Beach Cities Health District staff. No prior experience with meditation or mindfulness is required. Please arrive a few minutes early to sign in and get settled. For additional information call Tiana Rideout at 310-374-3526, ext.139. Beach Cities Health District is located at 514 North Prospect Avenue in Redondo Beach. The event will take place in the chapel located on the first Floor.

Whole Foods Market and the Humane Society of the United States teamed up with the filmmakers behind the new documentary At the Fork to bring a Private Screening of the film to Torrance’s AMC Rolling Hills 20 on Wednesday, July 13. Omnivore filmmaker John Papola and his vegetarian wife, Lisa, go behind the scenes to learn how animals are raised for consumption in the U.S. This documentary provides a transparent look into the complex world of animal agriculture – including the challenges and opportunities that exist within the current system – and shows how consumers’ purchasing decisions can directly impact farmers and how they raise their animals. This showing is part of a nationwide crowd-sourced effort to spark a national conversation about how animals are raised for food in America. A ticket minimum must be met in order to confirm the screening. Tickets are $12 per person. The movie will begin at 7 p.m. For additional information and to reserve your ticket, visit the website at https://www.tugg.com/events/106869. AMC Rolling Hills 20 located at 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance, CA 90505.

The Point will host Concerts in The Point Plaza every Wednesdaynight from July 6 through August 31. As the sun begins to set on the day, head to The Point every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m.throughout July & August to ring in summer nights. On Wednesday, July 13 the show features Sound/FX with Vocalist on Sax, Lisa Ritner and Easy Listening with Pizzaz. Spread out a blanket, snuggle up and rock out to a different genre of music every week! From R&B to Smooth Jazz, the South Bay’s Living Room is sure to become a part of your weekly summer routine! In addition to the music, The Point’s merchants and restaurants are sure to make those summer nights that much more memorable. ShopHouse will be offering vouchers for FREE bowls every Wednesday night for the first 50 guests to arrive! Enjoy happy hour at Superba Food + Bread with extended hours every Wednesday from 4:00PM to 8:00PM, choosing from wines by the glass, beers on tap and kegged cocktails starting at $6, plus various food options at a discounted price. Occupy your time prior to the music by entertaining your inner fashionista at Kendra Scott, who will be having a flash sale every Wednesday, offering 15% off a variety of styles, with something different being highlighted each week. And satisfy your sweet tooth at Smitten or Sugarfina to grab some made-to-order ice cream or gourmet high-end sweets to enjoy before, after or during the show! It’s a fun and relaxing way to spend a Wednesday evening, so grab a few friends, a couple of blankets and beach chairs and get to The Point! For additional information, visit the website at http://www.thepointsb.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=34. The Point is located at 850 South Sepulveda Blvd in El Segundo.

Don’t forget to check out the new So Bae page on my website, Facebook and Twitter, and discover what’s going on for kids this summer: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/so-bae-events.php

Here’s a heads up on a few events you’ll want to plan for now!

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/mixer-in-the-park/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/after-hours-the-adm/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-open-beach-volleyball-tournament/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/dine-around-peninsula/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/music-galaxy-far-far-away-planets/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-greek-festival/

These are just a few of the events taking place, so be sure to check the Ongoing Events page and Daily Blog on my website athttp://www.southbaybyjackie.com for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.

Yesterday morning on The South Bay Show: Redondo Beach - More to Sea, our guest was Lisa Daggett-Cummings from the South Bay Children’s Health Center and we learned about the services the South Bay Children’s Health Center provides and the Champions for Children 5K Run/Walk scheduled for July 16. You can listen to yesterday’s show via podcast here:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-childrens-health-center/. There’s ‘More to Sea’ every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guests are Chip Forsythe, Kate Seiberlich and Doug Burkett from Rebel Coast Winery and we’re supposed to talk about Rebel Coast Winery, what they do and how they do it, but judging from the bios, that conversation will likely go off the rails pretty quickly! Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it via podcast here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/rebel-coast-winery/. Tune in every Thursday at 8 a.m. to keep up with what’s going down in the South Bay!

Tomorrow morning on The South Bay Show: Manhattan Beach 360, we’ll be speaking with Lauren Weber from the Women’s Council of Realtors South Bay Chapter. We’ll catch up with what’s going down in the hot, hot, hot, South Bay Real Estate market and hear about the upcoming Taste of Summer taking place onThursday, July 21 at the South Coast Botanic Garden. You can listen to the program live at 8 a.m. or anytime via podcast here:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/taste-of-summer-2/. Tune in every Friday morning for the latest from Manhattan Beach!

Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!

Jackie

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com