Spotlight
The Satin Dollz opened the Concert in the Park at Polliwog Park Sunday, July 3 with a USO style tribute to our Armed Forces. The annual series continues Sundays, 5-7 p.m., through Sept. 4. Here’s the lineup: July 10: Doo-Wah Riders; July 17: Hollywood Stones; July 24, Latch Key Kid; July 31, Dietz Brothers; Aug. 7, Midnight Ride; Aug. 14: U.S. 99; Aug. 21, Psychedelic Summer Band; Aug. 28, Lucky Ones; Sept. 4, Blue Breeze Band. Polliwog Park is located at 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. For more information, go to manhattanbeach.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/cultural-arts/concerts/concerts-in-the-park-bands.
Ongoing:
Where’s Waldo game
Waldo is hiding in 25 local businesses in downtown Manhattan Beach. Stop by Waldo headquarters at {pages} a bookstore at 904 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach to get started. When you spot Waldo at any of the participating businesses, go inside to collect a store stamp or signature. Once you’ve collected at least ten different store stamps/signatures, take them to {pages} to claim a Waldo temporary tattoo and a $1 off coupon (limited to the first 125 Waldo-spotters). The search for Waldo began July 1 and ends July 29. For more information, call 310-318-0900.
Summer concerts at Manhattan Village
Summer Concerts have returned to Manhattan Village, 3200 N Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach. There’s live music 6-8 p.m. every Thursday in The Plaza through Aug. 25. No outside food or beverages permitted. Guests are welcome to bring beach chairs and blankets for seating. For more information, go to shopmanhattanvillage.com.
Shakespeare by the Sea
Shakespeare by the Sea is back for its 25th season. “Much Ado About Nothing” opened on June 23, followed by “Romeo & Juliet” on June 30. Shakespeare by the Sea will be at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro through July 9 and Aug. 5-6. The group will be touring July 10-Aug, 4, with stops in San Pedro, Rancho Palos Verdes, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Torrance, Encino, Mission Viejo, South Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Santa Ana and Aliso Viejo. Times vary. For more information, including a complete schedule, go to shakespearebythesea.org.
Summer concerts at The Point
The Point in El Segundo welcomes visitors to the Sounds of Summer, a family-friendly music series that will take place from 6–8 p.m. every Wednesday from July 6 to Sept. 28. Every week features a new musician or band with tunes ranging from folk rock to reggae. The Point is located at 850 S. Pacific Coast Highway. For more information, go to thepointsb.com/sounds-of-summer-concert-series.
Thursday, July 7
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The Redondo Beach Certified Farmers Market is every Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at George Freeth Way and Veterans Park West. For more information, call 310-372-1171, ext. 2252.
Friday, July 8
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Hermosa Beach Rotary hosts a Certified Farmers Market every Friday, noon to 4 p.m., at 1035 Valley Drive.
Saturday, July 9
Guided Nature Walk
Take a guided nature walk at 9 a.m. at the Vicente Bluffs Reserve with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Follow the bluff top from Point Vicente to Oceanfront Estates during El Segundo blue butterfly flight season. Easy. Sign up at https://pvplc.org/calendar-guided-nature-walks/.
Family Fun Day
The Redondo Beach Police Department will hold Family Fun Day at the Park from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Veterans Park, 309 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. There will be a bounce house, face painting, games, snow cones, a free treasure hunt and more. Visit eventbrite to join the treasure hunt. Search RBPD Mystery.
Art show
Destination: Art will hold a reception and awards presentation for its members art show from 3-5 p.m. at the gallery, 1815 W. 213th St., Suite 135, Torrance. For more information, call 310-742-3192 or go to destination-art.net.
Live theater
Manhattan Beach Community Church will present a live reading of Mark Twain’s “The Diaries of Adam & Eve” at 7:30 p.m. on July 9 and 2 p.m. on July 10. Admission is $10. The church is located at 303 S. Peck Ave.
Improv
April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe presents “Date Night!!!” at the Pier Avenue Second Story Theater, inside the Hermosa Beach Community Center at 710 Pier Ave. Tickets are $10 general admission and $8 for seniors. Show time is 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call 310-318-1705 or buy online at www.AprilsFoolsImprov.com.
Live Music
The Midtown Men, starring members of the original Broadway cast of “Jersey Boys,” will be at the Palos Verdes Performing Arts Outdoor Pavilion Amphitheater, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. The concert starts at 8 p.m. For tickets, go to palosverdesperformingarts.com.
Sunday, July 10
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The Riviera Village Certified Farmers Market in Redondo Beach is open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sundays. For more information, go to rivieravillagefarmersmarket.com.
Celebrate Wellness
Join Cancer Support Community South Bay as they celebrate 35 years of providing free support programs for those affected by cancer. The 25th annual Celebrate Wellness food and beverage tasting fundraiser, hosted and sponsored by the South Coast Botanic Garden, will be held from 3-7 p.m. at 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula. Proceeds will be directed to free programs of support, education and hope offered by CSC South Bay. Tickets are $195 per person (guests must be 21 or older) and can be purchased by calling 310-376-3550 or going to www.CelebrateWellness.org.
Tuesday, July 12
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The Manhattan Beach Certified Farmers Market is from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Tuesday at Metlox Plaza. For more information, go to downtownmanhattanbeach.com.
Acupressure and Cancer
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) offers this free workshop led by Ana Paula Duarte, a licensed acupuncturist. Participants will learn how to give themselves an acupressure massage with specific points to relieve some of the most common side effects of cancer treatment, such as nausea, chemo brain, lymphedema, hot flashes, dry mouth, joint pain and neuropathy. The workshop will be held from 9-10 a.m. at 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Participants may also attend online. To register for the workshop, visit cscsouthbay.org and open the calendar. For more information, email Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Book discussion
Erin Schoonover, senior librarian at the Redondo Beach Public Library, will lead a discussion of “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Zoom. The event is free, but registration is required. Sign up via the events calendar at redondo.org/library.
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Local author talk
Join Patrick Moser at the Redondo Beach Main Library as he talks about his new book, “Surf and Rescue: George Freeth and the Birth of California Beach Culture.” Copies of the book will be available for purchase. The event is from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on July 16 in the second floor meeting room. The library address is 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach.
K9 demonstration
The Los Angeles County Police Canine Association will hold its annual Police Canine Demonstration on July 16 at Sea Hawk Bowl at Redondo Union High School, 1 Sea Hawk Way, Redondo Beach. There will be a public education safety fair from 1-3 p.m., followed by the K-9 demonstration from 3-5 p.m.
South Coast Cactus & Succulent Society
The South Coast Cactus & Succulent Society’s July speaker is Gary Duke, who will give a presentation on northern Argentina cacti and succulents. He recently visited the region. The meeting is at 1 p.m. on July 17 at South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Estates. For more information, go to southcoastcss.org.
Big Band Music
Webster’s Unabridged Big Band will be at The Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes on July 17 for the Summer Sunday Sounds concert series. These free concerts take place over the summer months and are open to everyone. Bring a picnic at 5:30 p.m. and get settled before the show starts at 6:30. The church address is 415 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates. No tickets or reservations required. Seating is provided. For more information, go to ncpve.org.
Cancer Support: Cannabis as Medicine
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) is offering this free workshop, led by nurse Elisabeth Mack, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. on July 19 on Zoom. Participants will learn how cannabis works as medicine. Different forms, modes of use and advantages of each mode for cancer patients will be discussed. To join this virtual workshop, visit cscsouthbay.org and open the calendar. For more information, email Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Senior Comedy Afternoons
Bonnie Barchichat’s Senior Comedy Afternoons will present “Alo-Ha-Ha,” a tropical paradise lunch and show, at 12:30 p.m. on July 24 at the Los Verdes Golf Course Vista Ballroom, 7000 W. Los Verdes Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. The show features comedians Michael Preminger, Monica Piper, James P. Connolly and Don McMillan. Tickets are $85, which includes a three-course lunch and the show. For tickets, call 714-914-2565 or go to seniorcomedyafternoons.com.
Summer Pops
Conductor Gary Berkson will lead the Peninsula Symphony in an evening of popular movie tunes interspersed with his colorful, engaging talks. The performance is 5 p.m. on July 31 at the Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 631 Vincent St. Doors open at 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free. For more information, contact the symphony office at 310-544-0320 or music.pensym@verizon.net, or visit pensym.org.
Live theater
Torrance Theater Company will open its 24th season at the James R. Armstrong Theatre with “The Adams Family: A New Musical Comedy.” The show runs six performances only, Aug. 6-13. Reserved seating includes Premium section for $45, General section for $25-$35 and Family Four Packs for $100. Tickets are available by phone at 310-781-7171 or online at torrancetheatrecompany.com. ER
