South Bay Weekend Guide July 6, 2017

I hope you all had a fabulous time celebrating the birth of our nation over the last few days. You never know what to expect when a major holiday falls in the middle of the week. Many people worked on Monday, but just as many had the day off; some took advantage of the long weekend and headed out of town, while others are vacationing the whole week before and/or after. The Fourth of July is such a beachy holiday, I always expect the South Bay to be crowded….but it was a ghost town through Monday night. We went to a BBQ in Santa Monica Saturday evening and it only took us 10 minutes to get there on the freeway! We took a Strand cruise on Sunday and Monday and there were stretches where we didn’t see another soul. There was ample parking in downtown Hermosa, Manhattan and on the Esplanade. Traffic was non-existent and restaurants were empty. That all changed Monday evening, with people coming to the South Bay in droves. Tuesday was a madhouse, of course. I wonder what the rest of the week will bring….

The City of Torrance Community Services Department in partnership with The Home Depot will be hosting the Carpenter Wagon again on select Wednesdays this summer. Staff will help children ages 6 to 14 create a variety of wood craft projects. They can make mailboxes, toolboxes, birdhouses and more! Parents/guardians must be present in order for their child to participate. Workshops are offered in 50-minute sessions at noon, 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. Sessions are limited to 20 participants and are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Registration will be 10 minutes prior to the start of each session. Participation is limited to one session per child per day. This program is FREE and will be offered on Wednesdays at noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. at the following parks:July 5 – Torrance Park, 2001 Santa Fe Ave.July 12 – Columbia Park, 4045 190th St.July 19 – Paradise Park, 5006 Lee St.July 26 – La Romeria Park, 19501 Inglewood Ave.Aug 2 – Victor Park, 4727 Emerald St.Aug 9 – Walteria Park, 3855 242nd St.For additional information, visit the website at http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks or call (310) 618-2930.

The Point hosts the Summer Music Series every Wednesday night from July 5 through August 30. As the sun begins to set on the day, head to The Point every Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. throughout July and August to celebrate hot summer nights. 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! It’s a fun and relaxing way to spend a Wednesday evening, so grab a few friends, blankets and beach chairs and get to The Point! For more information, visit the website at http://www.thepointsb.com/http:/www.thepointsb.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=93. The Point is located at 850 South Sepulveda Blvd in El Segundo.

The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the public to stop by for some Fun in the Sun at a variety of parks this summer. The program will offer innovative group-based, outdoor games designed to stimulate and challenge participants. The program is non-custodial and participants are free to come and go as they please. This program is FREE and will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Parks or call (310) 618-2930.

The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce hosts the Business Connection Lunch & Learn the first Friday of every month. This month, the luncheon will take place a Manhattan House on Friday, July 7 from noon to 1:30 p.m. The restaurant usually doesn’t offer lunch service but they’re opening just for this special event. Chamber Members are invited to bring a friend at the member rate of $25. For additional information and reservations, visit the website at http://business.manhattanbeachchamber.com/events/details/business-connection-luncheon-january-2017-07-07-2017-8495. Manhattan House Farm-to-table restaurant is located at 1019 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA.

Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors presents Beach Movie Nights at the Dockweiler Youth Center Friday nights from July 7 through September 1. All screenings will begin at 8 p.m. and are shown outdoors (weather permitting). Attendees are advised to dress accordingly as it can get chilly after dark and bring beach chairs or blankets. The schedule is as follows:•July 7 – The Secret Life of Pets•July 14 – Lilo and Stitch•July 21 – Finding Dory•July 28 – Surf’s Up 2•Aug 11 – Storks•Aug 18 – Moana•Aug 25 – Kubo and the Two Strings•September 1 – SingFor additional information, visit the website at http://beaches.lacounty.gov or call 310-726-4128. The Dockweiler Youth Center is located at 12505 Vista Del Mar, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293.

Blue Zones Project will host a FREE, guided El Segundo Blue Butterfly Walking Tour on Saturday, July 8 from 9:45 to 11 a.m. in Redondo Beach. Join Biologist Ann Dalkey for a guided walk along the Esplanade to learn about and view the endangered El Segundo Blue Butterfly. This Blue Zones Project moai social event is open to everyone and a wonderful opportunity to connect with your community. Attendees should meet at the Esplanade’s south end by Miramar Park. To register, visit the website at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form?EQBCT=83f87b55af994fadbfdc237df61bf953. Once you have completed the registration form, you will receive a reminder email as the event date approaches. For additional information, contact Tiana Rideout at tiana.rideout@bchd.org or call 310-374-3426 x139. Miramar Park is located at 201 Paseo De La Playa, Redondo Beach, CA.

The Redondo Pier Association hosts FREE Yoga on the Pier the second Saturday of each month 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. Scheduled dates: May 13, June 10, July 8, August 12, September 9, November 11, December 9. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.redondopier.com/event/yoga-on-the-octagon-2/2017-05-13/. The Redondo Beach Pier is located at 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. The Automobile Driving Museum presents Women in Speed on Saturday, July 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees of this Fan Appreciation event will get to meet some of the amazing women who shaped the industry for women racers including Shirley Muldowney, Lyn St. James, Paula Murphy, Jessi Combs and more! The museum will be open to the public for fans to meet and greet the Women in Speed, take photographs and get autographs. There will also be a panel discussion with moderator Bob Beck. Bring you collector car (for Collector Car Appreciation Day in association with SEMA) and watch Shirley’s Top Fuel Dragster get “fired” up! For additional information, visit the website at http://www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org or call (310) 909-0950.

The Automobile Driving Museum presents Women in Speed on Saturday, July 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees of this Fan Appreciation event will get to meet some of the amazing women who shaped the industry for women racers including Shirley Muldowney, Lyn St. James, Paula Murphy, Jessi Combs and more! The museum will be open to the public for fans to meet and greet the Women in Speed, take photographs and get autographs. There will also be a panel discussion with moderator Bob Beck. Bring you collector car (for Collector Car Appreciation Day in association with SEMA) and watch Shirley’s Top Fuel Dragster get “fired” up! For additional information, visit the website at http://www.automobiledrivingmu... or call (310) 909-0950. The Automobile Driving Museum is located at 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Malaga Cove Library will host an Opening Reception for a group show featuring selected works of The Pastel Society of Southern California on Saturday, July 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. The show features original paintings by nationally recognized pastel artists, as well as local PSSC members from the South Bay and the greater Southern California area. Gallery hours are Thursdays and Fridays, Noon to 4 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; with other hours by appointment. Most of the artwork is available for purchase. The exhibit will be on display through July 29. The community is also invited to hear a free talk on the “Art of Pastel Collecting” by Otto Stürcke during the opening reception. For more information, call the Library office at 310-377-9584 or visit http://www.pastelsocal.com. Malaga Cove Library is located at 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates, CA.

April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents Don’t Make a Scene on Saturday, July 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Second Story Theater. The show is directed by Valerie Gorsuch and Lloyd Leifer, with special guest performers, Sarah Slimmer and Matt SLimmer. You’ll laugh out loud when they take suggestions from the audience and turn it into comedy on stage. Language is not appropriate for those under 18. General admission tickets are $10 and $8 for seniors. 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 Movie Under the Stars on Saturday, July 8 at 8:30 p.m. on the lawn at City Hall. They’ll be showing The Jungle Book for the first screening of the summer. Bring low beach chairs, blankets, snacks and popcorn for a fun, hot summer night with family, friends and neighbors. For additional information, visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/325628081206439/ or call 310-326-0140. Lomita City Hall is located at 24300 Narbonne Ave, Lomita, CA 90717.

The Torrance Beach Drum Circle meets on the beach the second Sunday of each month (July 9) from 1 to 3:30 p.m. right below the Torrance Beach parking lot. All ages and musical abilities are welcome to this FREE event; drums and percussion instruments are provided for everyone. This is a casual group of friends and music lovers that enjoy sharing the joy of music with the community and it’s a particular pleasure when children get involved. It’s a classic South Bay event where everyone enjoys co-creating spontaneous music together. It’s time to get your beat on! For additional information, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Torrance-Beach-Drum-Circle/249121861823812.

he City of El Segundo Recreation & Parks Department presents the Summer Concerts in the Park series sponsored by Chevron. These free concerts take place on select Sunday 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. The concert schedule is as follows:Sunday, June 18 – The Wonderelles – 1950sSunday, July 09 – Aquarius – 1960sSunday, July 23 – The Disco Freaks – 1970sSunday, August 6– Centerfold – 1980sNo 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/. Library Park is located in the 600 block of Main Street in El Segundo.

The Palos Verdes Land Conservancy presents the Beauty of Nature Film Series: The Big Year on Sunday, July 9 at 5 p.m. at Peninsula High School. This high-flying comedy concerns a trio of competitive bird watchers who vow to win a contest by spotting and recording as many avian species as humanly possible. Based on Mark Obmascik’s nonfiction book. Cast includes Steve Martin, Jack Black, Owen Wilson. (2011; 100 min). The cost is $10 per person. Free for 18 years and under. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://pvplc.org/_events/filmseries.asp. Peninsula High School is located at 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates, CA.

he Lunada Bay Homeowners Association presents the Summer Concert Series in Lunada Bay Park on select Sundays. The concerts gets underway at 5 p.m. each evening so be sure to bring blankets, chairs, a picnic dinner and enjoy a wonderful evening in the park with family and friends. The schedule is as follows:6/4 Hollywood U2 -U2 Cover Band6/18 No concert – Father’s Day7/9 Peninsula Symphonic Winds (This concert will take place at PV High Quad)7/23 Manuel the Band -Jazz/Pop/Rock8/6 Susie Hansen Band -Latin Dance8/13 Tenn West – Country Western8/27 Members Only – 80’s Cover BandFor additional information, visit the website at http://www.lbhoa.org/. Lunada Bay Park is located at 2201 Palos Verdes Drive West in Palos Verdes Estates (Palos Verdes Drive West & Via Carrillo).

Rancho Palos Verdes – Fred Hesse Jr. Community Park, 29301 Hawthorne BoulevardSunday, July 9 at 7 pm: The Taming of the ShrewHuge grassy field with bowl-like corner where audience can place seats – low chairs best for areas with rise. Blankets a must. Starts out warm/hot, but marine layer floats in by intermission – layers of warm clothing a must.

Hermosa Beach – Valley Park, Valley & GouldWednesday, July 12 at 7pm: MacbethThursday, July 13 at 7pm: The Taming of the ShrewVery 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/.

Dave Williamson and Dave Yates present the Giggle Water Comedy Show on Sunday, July 9 at 8 p.m. at Rob Rubens Distilling & Brewing. This new, monthly show will take over Rob Rubens beautiful taproom every second Sunday. Attendees will get to see some of the best line-ups of comedians in the city. Come and watch some of your favorites perform in a beautiful, intimate, speakeasy setting. This month’s line-up:Henry Phillips – Punching The Clown (Netflix), Silicon Valley (HBO)Helen Hong – The Thundermans (Nickelodeon), Last Call w/ Carson Daly, Arsenio Hall ShowBaron Vaughn – Comedy Central, Mystery Science Theater 3000Matt Donaher – ConanTickets are $5. Space is very limited – only 50 tickets are available – so buy your tickets in advance! For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at https://www.purplepass.com/#159678/The_Gundo_Comedy_Festival-“Giggle_Water”_Comedy_Night-Rob_Rubens_Distilling_and_Brewing-July-09-2017.html. Rob Rubens Distilling & Brewing is located at 909 East El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Join Beach Cities Health District for the FREE Summer Fitness Series: Mindful Yoga on the Beach, Monday evenings in July at 6:30 p.m. The weekly event takes place on the sand south of the Manhattan Beach Pier. 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. The Manhattan Beach Pier is located at the western end of Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach.

W’s China Bistro will host the monthly BCHD/Blue Zones Project, Social Hour (formerly, Wine @ Five), on Tuesday, July 11 from 5 to 6 p.m. Italians drink a glass of red wine with each meal…and they might just be onto something. Studies show that for people who have a healthy relationship with alcohol, enjoying a glass of wine rich in artery-scrubbing flavonoids can benefit the health of the mind and body. Unwind with new and old friends at Blue Zones Project’s Social Hour. The first glass of wine is $5 and there will be discounted appetizers. Social Hour takes place the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 6 p.m. at various venues throughout the South Bay. For additional information, visit the BCHD website at http://bchd.org/. W’s China Bistro is located at 1410 South Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach, CA.

The Torrance Chamber of Commerce will host a Business Mixer on Wednesday, July 12 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at The Switzer Learning Center. Meet local business and community leaders, unwind with a glass of wine, and learn how Switzer Learning Center is helping special education students accomplish great things! Everyone is welcome to attend this free networking event! For additional information, visit the website at https://www.torrancechamber.com/event/switzermixer/. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to development@switzercenter.org. The Switzer Learning Center is located at 2201 Amapola Court, Torrance, CA 90501.

The South Bay Bicycle Coalition will host a FREE guided Sunset Strand History Bike Tour on Wednesday, July 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The community is invited to attend this fun and informative ride along the Strand through Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach. Two well-known authorities on local history will be on the ride, Chris Miller of Hermosa Beach and Jan Dennis of Manhattan Beach. Each will enlighten and entertain with interesting facts and folklore as the group makes stops along the ride north to the end of Manhattan Beach. Attendees should bring their own bikes or borrow one FREE from Hermosa Cyclery. Arrive at 6:30 PM to borrow a bike (drivers license required) or 6:45 with your own bike. Riders should gather between Good Stuff, The Beach House and Hermosa Cyclery. There will be a stop to watch the sunset at 8:06 p.m. on the return trip. For additional information, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/guided-sunset-strand-history-tour-by-bike-tickets-35383315449. Hermosa Cyclery is located at 20 13th Street, Hermosa Beach, CA.

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/summer-movie-night/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-greek-festival/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/malaga-cove-art-show/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/poke-grand-opening-golden-cove/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/body-beauty-care-open-house/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/concerts-park-wilson-park-gazebo/
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/chefs-cellars/
These are just a few of the special events taking place. New events are posted every day, so be sure to check the website for updates at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com for details on these and other events happening throughout the South Bay.
Due to the holiday, we’ll be re-airing some of the more popular podcasts this week. It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up!
Yesterday morning on The South Bay Show: Redondo Beach – More to Sea, our guest was local, professional photographer, JP Cordero. Anyone that lives in the South Bay is familiar with JP’s images even though you may not know it. He is anywhere and everywhere, documenting the scene that is the South Bay. Listen to the program at your leisure via podcast athttp://www.southbaybyjackie.com/jp-cordero-photographer-encore/. There’s ‘More to Sea’ every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!
This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, our guest is Jon Mesko of the Mesko Restaurant Group. Anyone that has ever been to Rock & Brews understands why the franchise is so popular. It’s the kind of family-friendly, beer garden that is so common in Germany, but with a very American rock & roll heart. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it via podcast at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/jon-mesko-mesko-restaurant-group-encore/. 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 360, our guests will be Bree and Jason Goldwater, Founders of Human Landscapers. I think it’s safe to say, our listeners are going to learn everything they need to know about personal grooming for their various people parts! You can listen to the program live at 8 a.m. or via podcast anytime at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/bree-jason-goldwater-human-landscapers-encore/. Tune in every Friday morning at 8 a.m. and discover what’s new in Manhattan Beach!
The South Bay Show is now scheduling Podcasts on Location. If you are interested in scheduling a podcast of The South Bay Show at your business, give me a call at 310-418-6851.
Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!
Jackie
http://www.southbaybyjackie.com