Spotlight:
Fiesta Hermosa
Saturday, May 25 – Monday, May 27
The iconic summer festival, Fiesta Hermosa is for Memorial Day Weekend Saturday, May 25 – Monday, May 27. 240+ street vendors, jewelry, clothing, art, home, treats and more. Carnival games, Ferris wheel, slide, and more rides. Local bands, local breweries, wine and beverages. Come valet your bike and go enjoy the Fiesta! Fun for the whole family. Four areas for daily live music: Beach Stage, Garden Stage, Carnival Stage, and Java Man. Band lineup and information: fiestahermosa.net.
Thursday, May 23
Medal of Valor
The South Bay Police and Fire Memorial Foundation 48th Annual South Bay Medal of Valor Awards Luncheon. This event recognizes police officers and firefighters who selflessly protect and serve the South Bay Cities and have performed exemplary acts of bravery which go beyond the call of duty. The South Bay Police and Fire Memorial Foundation represents the cities of El Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Redondo Beach, and Torrance. 10:45 – 2 p.m. Torrance Marriott, 3635 Fashion Way, Torrance. More information: info@sbpoliceandfire.com
Metro Board of Directors meeting
Attend this critical community meeting regarding the Metro project in Lawndale, Redondo Beach, and Torrance. Metro Los Angeles is considering building two additional Metro tracks alongside the freight train track, which would bring 200-300 Metro trains passing by homes daily. This meeting is your chance to make your voice heard and oppose the Hybrid Row option. Lawndale and Redondo Beach cities have voted to recommend the Hawthorne Blvd. option, which would build the commuter rail system raised up down the middle of Hawthorne Blvd. Your participation is vital to protect our neighborhoods. Free bus ride to this meeting! Meet at Redondo Beach Civic Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach at 8 a.m. Don’t miss this important event!
Blood Drive Mira Costa
The Mira Costa High School Associated Student Body(ASB) will be hosting a UCLA community Blood Drive event. 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Arrive early, the event will close exactly at 1:30 p.m. 1401 Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach. You have to be 17+, with parental consent, weigh 110 lbs, and be in good health with a photo ID.
End of Life Workshop – In Person
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by co-founders of Luna Peak Foundation, a nonprofit that supports cancer thrivers and grief survivors. Participants will be provided with an intro on end-of-life planning for themselves and loved ones. A discussion of resources, goals for care, and a death positive meditation. 12 – 2 p.m. 2601 Airport Drive, Ste. 100, Torrance. Register: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information contact Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
David Rosales at Manhattan Village
Every Thursday in May, Acoustic Thursdays in The Plaza, 3200 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, from 5 – 7 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Friday, May 24
Telling the stories of our elders’ service
Ongoing through Monday, May 27. All are invited to listen and learn at this series of free, public, spoken word presentations on the deck of the Battleship Iowa during Fleet Week at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro. 3:30 – 4 p.m. 250 S. Harbor Blvd., Los Angeles. Appropriate for ages 9-18. Free and open to the public. Questions? Call (818) 616-2931, or email info@mindfulveteranproject.org. Information: lafleetweek.com.
Saturday, May 25
Yoga+ReStore
Restorative yoga class using props, designed to improve range of motion, soften joints and elongate tight tissues. 90 minutes, $18. 4 p.m. Open to all levels including those new to yoga. All props are provided. 2300 B. Artesia Blvd., Redondo Beach. Limited spots. Sign up, call or text (310) 663-8602. Information: spinesync.org.
Sunday, May 26
Veteran’s pancake breakfast
A free pancake breakfast for Veterans every 4th Sunday of the month at the Redondo Beach Lodge #1378. Military Veterans dine for free! Regular folks pay $12. per person and children under 5 years are free. Redondo Beach Elks Lodge, 315 Esplanade, Redondo Beach.
Torrance antique street fair
Over 200 talented vendors with antiques, collectibles, vintage clothing, jewelry, vinyl, furniture, tasty treats, arts and crafts and home decor…all on sale at bargain prices! Antique appraisal booth – only $3.00 per item, live music and DJ Ozzie in the park. Free bike valet to bike riders attending the fair at The Drop Out Cyclery. 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. El Prado and Sartori Avenue, Old Torrance. Free admission and pet friendly. Questions? Call (310) 328-6107.
Monday, May 27
Veterans Memorial task force
Memorial day ceremony at Veterans Memorial in Veterans Park, 309 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. The service will be followed by a BB picnic open to the public and sponsored by the Redondo Beach Elks. 1 p.m. Free to members of the military services, Fire personnel and Police Officers. A $5 donation is requested from other attendees. Information: RBVeteransmemorial.com.
Tuesday, May 28
Fair housing workshop – zoom
The Housing Rights Center online workshop regarding updates on Tenant Protection Act (TPA) and eviction laws. Learn about fair housing laws, including disability accommodations, pets, source of income, and more. 6 – 7:30 p.m. Sign up: housingrightscenter.org/workshops. Zoom link and call-in number will be provided after registration. Questions? Email outreach@housingrighscenter.org.
Outdoor dining task force meeting
On August 24, 2021, the City Council directed staff to study long-term outdoor dining and business uses in the public right-of-way and on private property. During the COVID-19 pandemic recovery, the City permitted businesses to use parking spaces and street areas in the public right-of-way during COVID-19 operating restrictions through Emergency Orders. The long-term effort to evaluate long-term business uses is intended to be comprehensive, including broad community engagement, evaluation of fiscal implications, study of alternatives, environmental review, and required permitting. 1 – 3:30 p.m. Manhattan Beach Library, 1320 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach. For more information: manhattanbeach.gov/departments/community-development/outdoor-dining.
National senior health & fitness week BCHD
Through Friday, May 31. Join Beach Cities Health District for National Senior Health & Fitness week, the nation’s largest health event encouraging all older adults to take action towards maintaining and improving their health. Free exercise classes, workshops and more. 514 N. Prospect Ave., 2nd floor, Redondo Beach. Questions? Call (310) 374-3426. Registration: beachcitiesgym.org/national-senior-heath-fitness-week.
Author Erik Larson at {pages}
New York Times bestselling author Erik Larson will discuss his brand-new book, The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War. Hermosa Beach Community Theater, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. 7 p.m. 904 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach. Tickets $45 (include signed copy of the book). Available at pagesabookstore.com. Questions? Call (310) 318-0900.
Coffee with Joe Franklin
Meet Joe for a cup of Joe at Dunkin’, next door to Manhattan Village shopping center, 1100 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach. 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Check the City’s calendar on the website or email the Mayor, jfranklin@manhattanbeach.gov to confirm location.
Wednesday, May 29
Metastatic Prostate Cancer – via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by David Xu, MD, clinical instructor of medicine at UCLA David Geffen School of medicine. Discussion will focus on the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer. At the end, some updates from the recent GU (genitourinary) ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology) conference will be highlighted. 5 – 6 p.m. Register for this online workshop, CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information contact Rebecca Sul at Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Teen mental health first aid training BCHD
Beach Cities Health District is providing an opportunity for young people, ages 15 -18, to be trained in teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA). Free to attend. The training program teaches teens ages 15 -18 how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in their friends and peers. Participants must: Attend all three sessions to be certified. Must be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade or between ages 15 – 18. Able to attend three Wednesdays, May 29, June 5 & 12, 4 – 5:30 p.m. 514 N. Prospect Ave., Suite 400, Redondo Beach. Registration: bchd.org/mentalhealthtraining.
Feed your soul yoga RB
Yin yoga is long held floor poses that calm and balance the mind and body, reduces stress and anxiety, increases circulation, improves flexibility, and more. All are welcome, no experience of skill necessary. Wednesdays, weekly. Set up 5 p.m., yoga 6 p.m., potluck 7 p.m. Suggested donation $15. Woman’s Club of Redondo Beach, 400 S. Broadway, Redondo Beach. Redondowoman.org.
Upcoming:
Teens in Policing Redondo Beach
The Redondo Beach Police Department summer program starts Wednesday, June 12th. A nine week program will teach you about: K9’s, SWAT, CIA, Firearms, and DUI’s. Hands on role play scenarios! Registration is open! 2 – 4 p.m. Email Kyle.Lofstrom@redondo.org to apply for the program. Information: redondo.org. Questions? Call (310) 379-2477.
St. Francis Antique show
Thursday, May 30 – Saturday, June 1. A popular 3-day event with top dealers from Northern and Southern California who will display and sell a dazzling array of 18th, 19th and early 20th Century furniture, silver, prints, jewelry, china, pottery, rugs, Asian antiques, vintage Americana and more. Tickets are $50 presale, $75 at the door. The Harvest Cupboard with homemade offerings; Garden Gazebo with plants and ornaments, Patio Luncheons and English Afternoon Tea. Information: (310) 375-4617, stfrancispalosverdes.org.
Dementia caregiver support group
This support group offers a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver. Starting Tuesday June 11, the group will meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. Joslyn Community Center, 1601 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach. Questions? Call BCHD (310) 374-3426, option 1.
