Pumpkins in the Park
On Saturday, October 14. Show up in costume and march in the costume parade. Pick a pumpkin, decorate it, and take it home. Games, crafts, face painting, hot dogs, popcorn, and a fantastic puppet show. Edith Rodaway Friendship Park, 350 Prospect Ave., Hermosa Beach. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Photo by Kevin Cody
Upcoming:
Sunday, October 29
Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk
The Friendship Foundation assists children with special needs and their families through one-on-one peer mentoring and social recreational activities such as summer camps, outings, sporting events, and a variety of classes that include music, yoga, cooking, art, and drama. The Walk starts at the Manhattan Beach Pier. Participants walk south toward Hermosa Beach Pier to the turnaround point, then return to Manhattan Beach Pier. The total distance of the Walk is about 3.5 miles. 8 – 9:30 a.m. After the walk stay for the Work-Famous Pumpkin Races 12 p.m. Sign up to walk, volunteer, or donate: skechersfriendshipwalk.com
Botanic Garden celebrates wellness
Sunday, October 22. Tickets are on sale now for the Cancer Support Community South Bay 26th Annual “Celebrate Wellness” at the South Coast Botanic Garden on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. 4 – 8 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person (guests must be 21 and older) and can be purchased at CelebrateWellness.org or by calling (310) 376-3550.
Thursday, October 12
Madrona Marsh kids
Your child can discover the wonders of Madrona Marsh and the importance of nature through stories, science activities, games, and crafts. For ages 3 – 5 years, accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Call: (310) 792-3989 to register. 3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance.
NRB Library Lego Club
North Branch Library Meeting Room, 2000 Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach. Telephone: (310) 318-0677. Tickets required. Get your tickets at the children’s reference desk 15 minutes before the start of the program. Limit of 40 individuals.
CSC Advance Directives and End-of-Life Options
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Karen Morin, RN. Participants will be given a step-by-step explanation of Advance Directives and learn about end-of-life options. Morin will also answer questions. In Person and via Zoom. 1 – 2:30 p.m. 2601 Airport Dr., Ste 100, Torrance. To register for this in-person and virtual workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. For more information contact Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Farmers markets
The Redondo Beach Certified Farmers Market, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., 309 Esplanade, Veterans Park. Information: (310) 372-1171, ext. 2252.
El Segundo Certified Farmers’ Market, 3 – 7 p.m., 300 block of Main Street. Information: farmersmarket@elsegundo.org.
Friday, October 13
Carrie’s back in Hermosa
The City of Hermosa Beach Community Resources Department presents “Carrie” at community movie night. Watch this cult horror classic dressed in your prom attire and join us for a behind the scenes look at the filming spots used in the movie, complete with photo opportunities and haunted surprises. Ages 18+. Doors open at 7 p.m. Film screening 8 p.m. HB Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. Tickets at the door or in advance $10. Visit: hermosabeach.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/9055/20.
Farmers market
Hermosa Beach Rotary hosts a Certified Farmers Market, noon – 4 p.m., 1035 Valley Drive.
Saturday, October 14
Smacktoberfest
Smacktoberfest combines the best of Smackfest, volleyball, music, sand, sun and fun with the best local DJ’s, and a Beer & Wine Festival, where attendees can drink delicious beverages from over 20 different craft beers, wine, and spirit vendors. Doors open at 11:30 p.m. for volleyball players, and 12 p.m. for everyone else. Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach. Tickets and Info: allevents.in
CSC Technology workshop
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop to help participants with technology. Leuzinger High School students will answer questions on the latest technology as it relates to emails, surfing the web, social media, online video chatting and more. No prior experience or knowledge is needed. Attendees are encouraged to bring the technology they want to learn on – phone, iPad/tablet, and/or laptop. 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Register: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information contact Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
RB library Poetry Workshop
Work on poetry with Linda Neal and other poets for inspiration and collaboration. 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Main Library 2nd floor Conference Room, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. Telephone: (310) 318-0675.
Peninsula Wood Bat tournament
The semifinals for the Brett Mendoza Battle of the Bay wood bat tournament. 1 p.m. Peninsula High School, 27118 Silver Spur Rd., Rolling Hills. Admission is free. Donations accepted. Brett Mendoza memorial fund.
Big bands in Redondo
The Fabulous Esquires Big Band playing classic swing era of the 1930s and 40s. 7 p.m. Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 1 Sea Hawk Way, Redondo Beach. Free parking. Tickets & season subscriptions: SBConcerts.org.
Hermosa Pumpkins in the Park
Hosted by Friends of the Parks, Pumpkins in the park is a family-friendly community event to celebrate the Fall season and upcoming Halloween holiday. 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Edith Rodaway Friendship Park, 350 Prospect Ave., Hermosa Beach. Information: hbfop.org.
Peninsula nature walk
Explore this unique area on the Peninsula with creekside habitat, diminutive tree frogs, and land formed on wind-blown sand dunes. Easy to moderate. 9 a.m. Malaga Dunes, Palos Verdes. Information and directions to location: pvplc.org.
Peninsula native plant sale
Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy monthly plant sales at the George F. Canyon Nature Center, 27305 Palos Verdes Dr. E., Rolling Hills. 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Information: pvplc.org.
Manhattan composting workshop
Free workshop that will teach you about backyard composting techniques and the curbside organics recycling program. 10 – 11 a.m. Botanical Garden inside Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach. Information: manhattanbeach.gov.
Redondo Haunted Library
The Redondo Beach Library first ever Haunted Library with creepy characters taking over the children’s section. Appropriate for all ages. 1:30 – 3 p.m. 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy. Information: (310) 318-0675 ext. 3283.
Redondo Pier Yoga
Free Yoga on the Redondo Pier every 2nd Saturday, monthly. Bring a towel, mat, and water. 10 – 11 a.m. 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, west end of the Pier.
Scaredown in Torrance downtown
Downtown Torrance Association’s annual Scaredown. Spooky activities for the whole family. Live music, Trunk or Treat, pumpkin patch, ghosts, scary stories, tarot card readers, a haunted house, and so much more. 4 – 9 p.m. Cabrillo Ave. and Sartori, Old Torrance.
Redondo High classic comeback
The Redondo Union High School PTSA annual community classic car show. Opportunity drawings, door prizes, and concessions. Listen to the RUHS Jazz band and take a tour of the RUHS Alumni House. Free admission. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. 1 Sea Hawk Way. Questions: RUHScarshow@gmail.com.
Sunday, October 15
Peninsula spooktacular
Families are invited to enjoy trick-or-treating candy stations, music, costumed characters, and more. Lower parking lot at Peninsula Shopping Center, 67 Peninsula Center, Rolling Hills. 12 – 2 p.m.
Torrance Excellence in Arts
The City of Torrance Cultural Arts Commission Excellence in Arts Awards recognize individuals, groups, and corporations who make outstanding contributions to the arts. 2 – 4 p.m. Toyota meeting hall, 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. Questions: (310) 618-3846. Tickets: torranceca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/31508/18.
Silent Mummy
The Mummy is one of the most beloved films from Universal’s classic horror period. Boris Karloff gives the film its resonance. Audiences in 1932 were frightened to death when Karloff opened his eyes for the first time. The Mummy is a true work of art that’s as much suspense thriller as it is horror. 2:30 p.m. Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St., El Segundo. Information: oldtownmusichall.org.
Farmers markets
The Riviera Village Certified Farmers Market in Redondo Beach, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 1801 S. Elena Ave. Information: rivieravillagefarmersmarket.com.
Palos Verdes Farmers Market, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., 27118 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills. (310) 328-8076.
Monday, October 16
Redondo library Lego Club
Main Branch Library Meeting Room, 303 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach. Telephone: (310) 318-0675. Tickets required. Get your tickets at the children’s reference desk 15 minutes before the start of the program. Limit of 40 individuals.
Hermosa Five-0 Gentle self-care
Reiki & mindful movement with Kellie helps you become aware of what our body is telling us, as well as to hydrate ourselves at the cellular level and maintain our range of motion. You will learn how to practice Reiki on yourself and how to create a practice that we can continue at home between classes. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Dress comfortably. No special equipment is needed. Come ready to relax. Hermosa Five-0 Senior Center, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. Information: hermosabeach.gov, (310) 318-0280.
Tuesday, October 17
CSC Lunch and Learn: Power of Your Mind
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Duncan Tooley, a mind-trainer, medical hypnotist, artist and author. The mind is a very powerful tool that affects a person’s body and surrounding environment. Participants will learn the easy technique of autosuggestion to get desired change to their present and future. Lunch will be provided at noon and the program begins at 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Register: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information contact Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org. Register by Friday, Oct. 13.
Wednesday, October 18
Wonderland at Saint Rocke
Award-winning Texas guitar slinger, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Carolyn Wonderland will perform live at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach. 8 p.m. Tickets: saintrocke.com.
Miracle of living
“Safety to Sanity: A 4-pillared approach to balanced caregiving. In person & zoom option. What to do when caregiving results in health/physical challenges. Discover the importance of self-care. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Community resource tables, 6:30 p.m. Lecture. No reservation required. Free. Hoffman Health Conference Center, 3315 Medical Center Dr., Torrance. Questions: (310) 784-3707.
Mental Health & Happiness
Engage in an interactive workshop to learn about ways to support our mental health and well-being as we age. Learn how to access mental health support in our community. Facilitated by Emily Brosius, LCSW, Director of Community Services with BCHD. For older adults. 2 – 3:30 p.m. Register: (310) 802-5430.
Ongoing:
Veteran’s Pancake breakfasts
Join the Redondo Beach Lodge #1378 every 4th Sunday of the month 8 – 11 a.m. Military Veterans dine for free. $12 per person. Children under 5 years are free. 315 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. If you’d like to volunteer: Sign-up on the Lodge bulletin board. Bobbie Mauricio (coordinator) at (805) 235-1151.
Coffee with a Hermosa cop
The Hermosa Beach Police Department invites you to enjoy a cup of coffee with a Police Officer. You are welcome to ask questions, discuss concerns, in a relaxed setting . Coffee and pastries will be provided. 9 a.m. Hermosa Five-0, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. Information: hermosabeach.gov, (310) 318-0280. ER
