South Bay Weekend Guide November 19, 2015

November 19, 2015

It’s turkey time! Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday for so many reasons – it involves food, family, friends and a four day weekend. What’s not to love?!? While our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Paris, remember to hold your loved ones close and tell them how thankful you are to have them in your life…..even if it’s through a mouthful of sweet potatoes.

The Point will be collecting Letters to Santa this holiday season. Just drop your letter in the mailbox near the lifeguard tower and receive a personalized letter from Santa himself! Letters can be dropped off from November 17 through December 10. All letters are guaranteed to be answered before Christmas Eve as long as the return address is included and legible. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.thepointsb.com/events. The Point is located at 850 S. Sepulveda Boulevard in El Segundo, CA 90245.

The Torrance Police Department will be working with the Special Olympics of Southern California to host a regional Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser at Joe’s Crab Shack in the Redondo Marina on Thursday, November 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. Members of the Torrance Police Department will work at Joe’s Crab Shack as hosts and servers and will be accepting tips (donations) from dinner patrons to benefit Special Olympics Southern California South Bay Athletes. Support your local law enforcement officers, enjoy fine food and have great fun for a very worthy cause. This is a very popular event and reservations are highly recommended! Donations are tax deductible and 100% of the tips from this event directly benefit local Special Olympics Southern California Athletes. To learn more about Special Olympics Southern California – South Bay Athletes, visit the website at http://www.sosc.org/. For additional information, visit the website athttp://www.torranceca.gov/TPD/14581.htm. Joe’s Crab Shack is located at 230 Portofino Way in Redondo Beach.

LF boutique located in Downtown Manhattan Beach is having a Denim Drive. They’ll be collecting gently worn women’s denim that will be donated to the Downtown Women’s Center. This is a phenomenal center that does amazing things in the community providing homes, health care, a day center, and knowledge to get women back into the workforce. LF Boutique is the exclusive carrier of denim brand CARMAR. CARMAR does a denim drive each season to raise awareness for domestic violence. CARMAR will be giving $25 off a new pair of CARMAR denim in return for each donation. They’ll be collecting these donations from November 19 through November 21. For additional information, visit the website athttp://lfstores.com/. LF Manhattan Beach is located at 219 Manhattan Beach Boulevard in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.

The Hermosa Beach Chamber hosts the monthly Happy Hour at Ocean Bar tonight, Thursday, November 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. Located on the rooftop of Abigaile, Ocean Bar & Lounge has 180 degree sunset views from Malibu to Catalina. The price is $10 per person and includes appetizers and a no-host bar. Get happy with the Hermosa Beach Chamber! For additional information and to RSVP, visit the website at http://business.hbchamber.net/events/details/ocean-bar-happy-hour-mixer-3140. Ocean Bar is located at 1301 Manhattan Avenue, Hermosa Beach, 90254.

prAna celebrates their Grand Opening at The Point shopping center in Manhattan Beach with a FREE morning yoga class on Saturday, November 21 at 8 a.m. Led by prAna ambassador, Amy Ippoliti, the class will be held outside on the grass in front of the new store. The first 30 people to arrive will receive a FREE prAna yoga mat to enjoy during the class. Following the class guests will enjoy:

• Pressed Juicery, Perfect Bars and Hannah’s Bananas bites (available 9-11am)
• Social media contest for prAna apparel
• Giveaways and 20% off all in-store purchases
• Special gift with purchase

For additional information and registration, visit the website at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prana-grand-opening-free-yoga-class-at-the-point-tickets-19336793871. prAna at The Point is located at 850 S Sepulveda Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245.

The Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau host the annual Holiday Sidewalk Festival in Downtown Hermosa Beach on Saturday, November 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no suitable reason to wait until the last minute to start the holiday shopping ritual. Opportunities abound throughout the South Bay to get a jump start on buying, wrapping and shipping all those gifts for loved ones near and far. Spend the afternoon discovering the many fine shops, restaurants and services this classic beach town has to offer. The event will feature live music, kid’s activities and special offers from local businesses and restaurants. There have been rumors it may snow for the Sidewalk Festival as well! As soon as you’ve crossed everyone off your list, reward your expertly planned mission with dinner at one of the many fabulous area restaurants. For more information on this event, call 310-376-0951 or visit the website athttp://business.hbchamber.net/events/details/holiday-sidewalk-festival-3147.

Classical Crossroads’ “The Interludes” Concert Series present Beverly Hills National Auditions winner, pianist Jacopo Giacopuzzi, on Saturday, November 21 at 3:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church & School. Italian pianist Jacopo Giacopuzzi has studied in leading schools worldwide. He is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Piano Performance at the USC Thornton School of Music. Jacopo Giacopuzzi has been the winner of many competitions, and most recently was among the top winners of the 2014 Los Angeles International Liszt Competition. Admission is FREE. For additional information, visit the website at http://www.palosverdes.com/ClassicalCrossroads/TheInterludes.htm. First Lutheran Church & School is located at 2900 West Carson Street, Torrance, CA 90503.

Gus Vintage Goods presents A Gus Holiday Art Show on Saturday, November 21 from 4 to 8 p.m. The event will showcase local artist Melissa Banks and local artisan Christina Wenstrom of Soap Seas and her fabulous handmade soaps, lotions and scrubs, in addition to Midori Candles, Social Butterfly paper goods and Skel & Co. products. (I’m familiar with all these brands and they are quality goods!) In addition to the Melissa’s unique artwork, guests will enjoy bites, beverages and savings on all things Gus. Start your holiday shopping with GUS and enjoy special deals throughout the shop! For additional information, visit the website at http://gusvintagegoods.com/. Gus is located at 209 Avenue I in Riviera Village in Redondo Beach.

I was just informed this show has sold out…….Art Flying Aerial presents the Winter Glow in the Dark Showcase & Contest on Saturday, November 21 beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is going to be an amazing glow in the dark performance and an unforgettable evening for students, family, friends and the community. Attendees will see the creative performances and then get to vote for their favorite, with the winner taking home a $500 prize! The first twenty ticket holders to arrive will receive free face painting by professional make-up artists. Tickets are $15 for AFA members, $20 for family members and $25 for non-members. There are only 100 tickets available so don’t wait – these showcases are very popular and always sell out! For additional information, call 310-863-1231 or visit the website athttp://www.artflyingaerial.com/. Art Flying Aerial Studio is located at 2244 Pacific Coast Highway in Lomita.

John Post is now taking orders for his new book Our South Bay Coastline. The book is an 8.5 x 11 hardcover with 100 pages and 114 full-color photographs of El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach and Palos Verdes. The pre-publication introductory price is $95 + tax until November 22. The regular price will be $120. To order your copy, call (310) 376-6982 or via email at John@johnpost.com or stop by the gallery located at 808 Manhattan Avenue in Manhattan Beach. This will make a great holiday gift! I want one!!!

Rotary presents the seventh annual USC vs. UCLA Tailgate Luncheon on Tuesday, November 24 at the Torrance Marriot. In addition to lunch, guests will get to meet the team’s mascots, Song Girls and bands. Proceeds from the live auction will benefit athletic programs for the Torrance Unified School District. Doors open at 11 a.m. The event runs through 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person or a table of ten for $400. Sponsor tables are also available. This event sold out last year so they had to move it to a bigger location! The Tailgate Luncheon is sponsored by the Lomita, Torrance Airport, Del Amo, South Bay Sunrise and Torrance Rotary Clubs. For additional information and ticket purchase, call 310-809-8188 or visit the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1478867525749885. The Torrance Marriot is located at 3635 Fashion Way in Torrance, CA 90503.

For all your Thanksgiving dinner needs, don’t forget we have several local Farmers’ Markets operating on Tuesday and Wednesday. For a complete list, visit my website at http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/south-bay-farmers-markets-schedule-3/2/.

Terranea Resort is hosting a Full Moon Yoga Class on Wednesday, November 25. Yogis of all levels are welcome to this popular class and should bring their yoga mat. The class will take place at 6 p.m. on Ocean Lawn overlooking the Pacific under the full moon and will be open to both guests and locals. Yogis and beginners are encouraged to bring $20 to contribute to charity partner Walk with Sally. Space is limited and reservations can be made by calling 310-265-2740. The next Full Moon Yoga class will take place on December 26. For additional information, contact The Spa at Terranea at 310-265-2740 or visit the website at http://www.terranea.com/. Terranea Resort is located at 100 Terranea Way in Rancho Palos Verdes. Last month, I had the incorrect time listed on my website. For those people that showed up too late for the class, I apologize. I always recommend confirming events ahead of time.

The City of Torrance presents the annual Torrance Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 26. A time-honored tradition here in the South Bay, the annual Harry Sutter Memorial Thanksgiving Day 3 Mile Fun Run – aka Turkey Trot – gets under way at 8 a.m. at Sam’s Club in Torrance. All registered participants will receive a commemorative Turkey Trot shirt. The Village Runner and other sponsors will be providing great prizes – including mountain bikes! – for the after-race raffle. The City of Torrance invites runners and spectators to bring a can of food for a special Thanksgiving Food Drive. While you run or watch, the canned foods will be distributed to people in need throughout the South Bay. For additional information and to obtain an entry form, visit the website at http://www.torranceca.gov/Parks/20996.htm. Sam’s Club is located at 2601 Skypark Drive in Torrance.

I recently attended a media preview of the new holiday attraction at South Bay Galleria, Adventure to Santa – A Dreamworks Dreamplace. This is a super fun, interactive experience the kids will really enjoy – I certainly did! It is FREE (unless you purchase the photo package) but you must make a reservation! Spots are booking up fast so don’t wait. You can read about my experience and watch some video here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/adventure-to-santa-south-bay-galleria/.

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

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/small-business-saturday-november-29-2014/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/torrance-santa-float-schedule/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-santa-float-schedule/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-santa-sleigh-tour-2/

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/sleepy-hollow-christmas-lights-extravaganza/

These are just a few of the events taking place, so be sure to check the Calendar links, Things to Do page and Daily Blog on my website 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, it was all about planning a wedding in Redondo Beach! We discussed everything you need to know about how to pick a location, choose a caterer, where to get your hair and make-up done and finding the perfect officiant. Come January it will be even easier to plan a destination wedding in Redondo Beach with the new website, www.RedondoBeachWeddings.net. You can listen to yesterday’s show here: http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/redondo-beach-weddings/. 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 the Founder of the Unified Small Business Alliance, Aurelio Mattucci, and we recapped yesterday’s USBA Community EXPO 2015 which took place at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center in Torrance. Don’t worry, if you missed the program, you can listen to it here:http://www.southbaybyjackie.com/usba-expo-2015-recap/. 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, our guests will be Steven Carvel, a Manhattan Beach-based estate planning attorney and Morgan “Stan” Ralls, a semi-retired attorney and former President of the Manhattan Beach Kiwanis Club. They’re going to give us some insight as to what it takes to pull together the popular Santa Float tour each year. You can listen to the show tomorrow morning herehttp://www.southbaybyjackie.com/manhattan-beach-2015-santa-float-tour/. Tune in every Friday morning at 8 a.m. for the latest Chamber news!

Happy Thanksgiving and have a fabulous South Bay weekend!

Jackie

http://www.southbaybyjackie.com