South Bay Weekend Guide March 9, 2017

Yesterday morning on The South Bay Show we discussed lice….and my skin and scalp were crawling the entire hour! But it was a really informative show and if you have kids, you should listen to it. This morning on the show, we’re going to run down the local election results. Be sure to tune in, and if you have a comment or question, we’ll be taking calls!

In an effort to help raise much needed funds for South Bay Education Foundations, zinc@shade at Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach has launched a weekly Back to School Night campaign. Designed to encourage social gatherings in support of local schools, the popular restaurant and lounge will donate 15% of each check for guests seated from 6 p.m. to close every Thursday night to the local education foundation of their choice. Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, and Peninsula education foundations will benefit. “There is an incredible amount of support for the schools in the South Bay, and we want to honor that support,” said Michael Zislis, owner of Shade Hotels. “Back to School Night at zinc@shade gives friends, family and co-workers a great reason to get together for a good time and a good cause, knowing that a percentage of their check will help local schools. We are excited to see which Ed Foundation gets the most support.” zinc@shade offers an energized, contemporary setting with an exceptional selection of wines and beers, as well as a full bar and eclectic lunch, dinner and brunch menus curated by Executive Chef Ashley Oates featuring a broad selection of bites, salads, gourmet pizzas and entrees. Dining in available is the lounge or al fresco on the terrace. In addition to Back to School Thursdays, guests can enjoy half priced beer, wine, cocktails and appetizers for Shade Hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. For reservations and information about Back to School Night at zinc@shade, call (310) 546.4995. Shade Manhattan Beach is located at 1221 North Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach.

The next Beach Cities Free Fitness Weekend takes place Friday, March 10 through Sunday, March 12. These Free Fitness Weekends are a partnership between BCHD and local studios and gyms to provide opportunities for residents to be healthy and have fun being physically active! Free Fitness Weekends was designed by BCHD to introduce people of all income and ability levels to a wide variety of fitness offerings, including yoga, Pilates, cycling, strength training, boot camp and more. Over 25 fitness studios in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach have joined the community initiative. Some classes require pre-registration while others are available on a first come, first served basis. For a full class schedule and descriptions, visit the website at http://www.bchd.org/freefitness.

Paris Baguette, the global bakery café giant, will celebrate the Grand Opening of the newest location on Friday, March 10 at 10 a.m. in Redondo Beach. The event will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony filled with balloons, an onsite JACK-FM radio remote appearance providing entertainment, and free croissants and coffee. The location is the first Paris Baguette in the South Bay, situated on the historic Pacific Coast Highway in the Redondo Shores Shopping Center, just minutes from the pier. The new location features modern fixtures and décor, with plenty of seating. Inside each Paris Baguette, unlike other bakery cafes, customers can pick up a tray, a pair of tongs and hand pick every decadent pastry, bread, sandwich, salad or dessert their hungry tummies desire. Catering to each community, customers can find a wide variety of items smothered in cheese or rich with milk and butter, to healthier items including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free friendly. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.parisbaguetteusa.com/. Paris Baguette is located at 403 North Pacific Coast Highway, #104, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

The Switzer Learning Center is proud to present the Women of the Year Awards Luncheon on Friday, March 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. For nearly two decades, Switzer Learning Center has honored women who have made significant contributions to the South Bay through their work in the community. This year is no exception, as the Center will once again honor four incredibly dedicated, hardworking, innovative and generous women who have left indelible marks in the South Bay. The honorees are Sue Chen, Paula Del Vicario, Merrietta Fong and Peggy Tremayne. Tickets are $75 per person. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website athttps://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07edpdkpnu7daae5e9&oseq=&c=&ch=. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel is located at 21333 Hawthorne Boulevard, Torrance, CA 90501.

Hammitt is celebrating their ninth year with a special ###strong on Saturday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manhattan Beach Studios. Giving back to loyal customers, Hammitt is known to provide guests with a day they will never forget by treating attendees to specialty cocktails, gourmet bites and entertainment along with the beloved Hammitt sample sale. Hammitt is expecting approximately 1000 – 1500 attendees. General admission is FREE and begins at 9 a.m. but all attendees must RSVP! Parking will cost $12. LYFT has a $10 off promo for new users attending the Hammitt event. Redeem at ###a href="https://www.lyft.com/invite/HAMMITTPARTYGRAS?route_key=invite&v=OUT" target="_blank">https://www.lyft.com/invite/HAMMITTPARTYGRAS?route_key=invite&v=OUT. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/9th-anniversary-party-sale-bration-tickets-32367145002. The MBS Media Campus is located at 1600 Rosecrans Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

FitPilates and Pilates Place offer a FREE Pilates Class every second Saturday (March 11) from 9 to 10 a.m. at The Point Plaza. Tight, tense, and not flexible? The answer is Pilates. This class is designed to sculpt your body making tight areas more agile and at the same time, focuses on increasing abdominal and back strength. It also improves and makes many functional activities a lot easier on your muscles and joints. Variations and modifications are given to accommodate all levels and abilities. Attendees should bring a yoga mat and water and dress accordingly. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.thepointsb.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=47. The Point is located at 850 South Sepulveda Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Yoga Cycle and Shine Studio will present FREE Healthy Stretch Classes led by South Bay health, fitness and nutrition expert, Julie Heath. Creator of the StretchBall™, Julie will lead instruction on an effective method that will help participants enjoy the stretch of yoga and the relaxation of massage. The StretchBall™ class will include techniques to gently loosen tight muscles in hips, back, hamstrings, chest, shoulders and more…. in literally, seconds. Roll your way to feeling great! Upcoming free class schedule:
-March 11 & April 8, 10am – 11am @ Shine Studio 730 South Pacific Coast Hwy #105, Redondo Beach (310) 503-6336 (The classes at Shine studio are part of the BCHD Free Fitness Weekends.)
-April 2, 11am-12pm @ Yoga Cycle 2015 Manhattan Beach Blvd. #110, Redondo Beach (424) 456-4161
Call in advance to reserve your spot. For additional information, contact Julie via email at Info@TheStretchBall.com or visit the website at http://www.JulieEHealth.com.

The Meadows School PTA will host the annual Camp Expo on Saturday, March 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Manhattan Beach Middle School. Yes, summer is just around the corner! Now is the time to plan how your children will spend their days. This free event is open to all families and kids and features over 40 camps and a silent auction. Enjoy food trucks and bring your bike and helmet for free bike safety training. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.Meadowsschool.org. Manhattan Beach Middle School is located at 1502 Redondo Avenue in Manhattan Beach.

The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is proud to present the annual Hermosa Beach Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 11 beginning at 11 a.m. Up to 100 local businesses, civic organizations and school marching bands will take part in the seven-block parade. The Irish theme of Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated by the many participants including bagpipers, the LAPD Emerald Society, green-clad locals on creative floats and numerous custom-made bicycles, Irish dancers, Storm Troopers, Brazilian dancers and four-legged friends from the Irish Setters Club of Southern California. Returning to this year’s parade is Hermosa Beach resident Vera Jimenez, KTLA’s meteorologist and owner of Hermosa Beach Fish Shop. Vera will be announcing the parade at the step-off location. In addition, two other residents, Ryan Nowicki and Jackie Flaherty – the Hermosa Beach Man and Woman of the Year – will be riding down the route. Also, various dignitaries such as local school board members, City Council members, Assemblyman Al Muratsuchi, Sen. Ben Allen, L.A. County Supervisor Janice Hahn and Honorary Consul General Finbar Hill will be featured. The parade begins at the staging area near City Hall on Valley Drive, makes a left onto Pier Avenue and ends at the corner of Hermosa Avenue and 10th Street. Beginning at 6 a.m., street closures will be in effect on Valley Drive between Pier Avenue and Eighth Street. Also, beginning at 8 a.m., Pier Avenue between Valley Drive and Hermosa Avenue, as well as Hermosa Avenue between Pier Avenue and Eighth Street will be closed. The streets will reopen approximately at 2 p.m. The ‘Wearing of the Green’ is a time-honored tradition. Don’t be surprised to find yourself ordering corned beef and cabbage, savoring a pint of Guinness, singing Danny Boy and kissing perfect strangers. Ya gotta love the Irish! For additional information, visit the website at http://www.hbchamber.net/pages/st-patricks-day-parade1.

Walk With Sally presents the Friendship Bowl on Saturday, March 11 from noon to 4 p.m. at Palos Verdes Bowl. Ready, set, STRIKE! The Friendship Bowl is Walk With Sally’s high-energy spring fundraiser! Round up your families, friends, kids, moms, dads, grandparents, teens, schools, corporations, teachers, bankers, florists, pastors, coaches, cops, doctors, nurses, dentists, neighbors and EVERYONE you know to help Walk With Sally raise funds for children impacted by cancer. Bowl as an individual or with a team. The goal is to raise $80,000, which will support 16 new Walk With Sally friendships. Sign up early and be one of the first five fundraisers to reach $250, and you’ll earn a Walk With Sally swag bag. The event promises to be fun, interactive and hilarious! It’s great for the entire family, an opportunity for some friendly competition, and it’s a fun team building exercise for the office, too. Last, but certainly not least, don’t forget about the costume contest. There will be celebrity judges making the rounds to determine which team will win the elusive Most Spirited prize. So, get your team together, figure out your costume theme, and get creative. For additional information and registration, visit the website at http://www.walkwithsally.org/friendshipbowl/. Palos Verdes Bowl is located at 24600 Crenshaw Boulevard in Torrance.

The Torrance Firefighters Association presents the annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, March 11 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the Ken Miller Auditorium. Bring the entire family to this special annual event and enjoy all the spaghetti you can eat for a very worthy cause! All proceeds benefit the Alisa Ann Ruch California Burn Foundation Summer Camp for burn patients. Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for children 8 years and under. Tickets will be available at the door the day of the event. For additional information, call 310-781-7000. The Ken Miller Auditorium is located at 3341 Torrance Boulevard in Torrance.

Friends of Redondo Beach Arts is proud to announce the annual membership drive event Be a Friend, Building Community Through Art on Saturday, March 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Woman’s Club of Redondo Beach. This year, the event will feature art workshops, music, dancing, a silent auction, food, wine, and beer. Ticket prices will include a 2017 FRBA membership, a souvenir wine glass, exposure to local artisans and other surprises. FRBA is the organizational arm of TEDx Redondo Beach and supports visual arts, public art, music, art education and scholarships, poetry, talks on creative and intellectual content, and efforts to give arts and culture greater visibility in civic life. They collaborate with other community groups and support the work of the City of Redondo Beach’s Public Art Commission. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online or by mailing a check made out to FRBA to the FRBA corporate office located at 546 South Helberta, Redondo Beach 90277. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of the event. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://www.friendsredondobeacharts.org, or contact Carla Spreng, Membership Chair, at carla.spreng@vistasir.com or call (310) 529-1414. The Woman’s Club of Redondo Beach is located at 400 South Broadway, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents March on Stage! on Saturday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Second Story Theater. Directed by Rick Ramirez, you’ll laugh out loud when the audience suggestions are turned into comedy on stage. Subject matter may not be appropriate for audiences 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.

Paul’s Photo, Creative Photo Academy and the Automobile Driving Museum present Photo Day @ The ADM on Sunday, March 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is an amazing opportunity for photographers of all ages, skill levels, and interests. Located in El Segundo, the Automobile Driving Museum offers a collection of cars spanning the 20th century that you are allowed to touch, sit in, and even take a ride in! Experts from Paul’s Photo and Creative Photo Academy and representatives from Canon and Nikon will guide attendees through a full day of unique photographic experiences while the ADM crew answers all your historic automotive questions. Hands-on workshops, staffed stations, and dynamic presentations will inspire participants to make amazing pictures while learning the techniques behind capturing stunning automotive details. Professional models will pose alongside the cars in period costumes. All photographers are welcome, from auto fans who want to capture the cars, to novice shutterbugs who desire to learn the basics, to the accomplished photographers who are excited to explore new horizons while focusing on the art and science of photography. Join them for an exploration of engineering, design and creativity thru your lens. Tickets are $129 for adults and $49 for teen photographers accompanied by an adult. By purchasing this class, you agree to the terms of the cancellation policy. Participants will be required to sign a liability release prior to the adventure. For additional information and ticket purchase, visit the website at http://creativephotoacademy.com/events/auto-driving-museum/. The Automobile Driving Museum is located at 610 Lairport Street, El Segundo, CA 90245.

Brought to you by The Sunshine Kite Company and sponsored by the Redondo Pier Association, the annual Festival of the Kitetakes place on Sunday, March 12, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Pier. This is Southern California’s longest running kite festival – the event is free and open to the public and features live music and other entertainment. The festivities get underway with the annual Throw Down Yo-Yo Competition to be held on the Pier. All ages are welcome! Then discover just how much you really can eat in five minutes during the annual Craig’s Hot Dog on a Stick Eating Contest at 3 p.m. There’s a $200 Prize! Prizes will be presented in several categories: Highest Flying Kite, Best Handmade Kite, Youngest Kite Flyer and Youngest Kite Flyer at Heart. You’ll also have an opportunity to launch a 25 foot wide kite to kick off the festivities. An assortment of vendors will be on hand for all your kite flying needs. At the conclusion of the festival, all kite flyers will take part in a mass kite ascension. This is one sight that never gets old. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.redondopier.com/events/ or call 310-372-0308. The Redondo Pier is located at 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

Athleta at The Point is hosting a Sunday Funday for Mothers & Daughters on Sunday, March 12 from noon to 5 p.m. Stop by to shop the women’s and girl’s lines and enjoy Pressed Juice samples (12-2pm), nail wraps from Jamberry, a braid bar (12-3pm) and a Soap Seas pop-up (2-5pm). Everyone who RSVPs will also receive a special shopping pass valid for full-price and sale merchandise. To reserve your special shopping pass, RSVP a thttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/athleta-the-point-motherdaughter-sunday-funday-tickets-32302133551 and an invite will be waiting for you at the store! (Print out or show your confirmation email at the store to receive your Friends & Family pass.) This event is FREE to attend! For additional information, visit the Eventbrite page at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/athleta-the-point-motherdaughter-sunday-funday-tickets-32302133551. Athleta is located in The Point at 830 Sepulveda Boulevard, Suite 112, El Segundo, California 90245.

Terranea Resort presents Full Moon Yoga on Sunday, March 12 at 7 p.m. The class will take place on the Ocean Lawn under the full moon and is open to both guests and locals. Yogis of all levels are welcome, and participants are asked to bring a yoga mat and $20 to contribute to a local charity. Space is limited, and reservations must be made by calling The Spa at 310-265-2740. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.terranea.com/palos-verdes-events?year=2017&month=03. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way in Rancho Palos Verdes.

Second Story Restaurant at The Belamar Hotel will host the monthly BCHD/Blue Zones Project, Wine @ Five on Tuesday, March 14 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 Wine @ Five. The first glass of wine is $5 and attendees will enjoy discounted appetizers. Wine @ Five 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/. Second Story Restaurant at The Belamar Hotel is located at 3501 North Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

I recently attended the Grand Opening of Los Angeles Ale Worksin Hawthorne. The Mayor, City Council Members, City Staff, beer lovers, locals, and a large contingent of Space X employees were on hand to celebrate this already popular brewery. They opened their doors in January and already have a loyal following from local businesses in the surrounding industrial neighborhood, hence, the Space X employees. The brewery encompasses ten thousand square feet with a comfortable patio with picnic tables and string lights, and an open floorplan tap room with a generous bar and two and four person tables. They currently offer eight brews in cans and more on tap. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.laaleworks.com. Los Angeles Ale Works is located at 12918 Cerise Avenue, Hawthorne, CA 90250.

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

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These are just a few of the special events taking place, so be sure to check the Ongoing Events page and Daily Blog on my website at http://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 Scott Weiss, owner of Lice Clinics of America South Bay and we learned about lice….yes, lice; those pesky, blood sucking parasites. The CDC estimates that nearly 12 million children aged 3 to 11, contract head lice each year. It’s an important topic that doesn’t get a lot of press for obvious reasons….but leave it to Joe and I to discuss a subject that will make you squirm! You can listen to yesterday’s show via podcast at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/scott-weiss-lice-clinics-america-south-bay/. There’s ‘More to Sea’ every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!

This morning on The South Bay Show: South Bay Spotlight, Joe and I will go through this week’s election results. We’ll be taking calls live, so if you’d care to opine, call us at 714-242-5288. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it via podcast at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/joe-jackie-show-2/. 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 have a room full of guests from Mira Costa High School to tell us about the upcoming Cathedral Concert at St. Cross Episcopal Church on March 21 at 7:00 p.m. You can listen to the program live at 8 a.m. or via podcast anytime at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/mira-costa-high-school-choirs/. Tune in every Friday morning for the latest from Manhattan Beach!

The South Bay Show is now scheduling Podcasts on Location. If you are interested in scheduling a podcast ofThe South Bay Show at your business, give me a call at 310-418-6851.

Have a fabulous South Bay weekend!

Jackie

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