Spotlight:
Happy Hour with History: Organizing Oil
Thursday, February 20, 6 p.m.
Hermosa Beach Museum, 710 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach
In the early 1970s, Roy Stinnet purchased four oil wells in Hermosa Beach just a year before oil prices increased tenfold. The Fire Department subsequently shut his operations down due to a leak at one of his sites. From debates over the first ban on oil drilling in 1932 to the “Measure ‘O’” vote in 2015, grassroots community organizations, strong personalities, and backdoor dealings have driven decisions around oil in Hermosa. To hear these stories and explore the Hermosa Beach Museum’s oil history exhibit join presenters Mark Shoemaker and Ryan Basford. Light refreshments. $5 admission. Register online HermosaBeachHistoricalSociety.org.
Thursday, February 13
A Psychiatrist’s Guide to Cancer Treatment–Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay free workshop led by Richard Palmer MD, board-certified psychiatrist, and assistant clinical professor at UCLA. Participants will learn about the role of a psychiatrist in helping patients with the emotional aspects of cancer including the use of various medications. 1 – 2 p.m. To join this virtual workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Or, for more information contact Rebecca Sul at [email protected].
Master Gardener garden workshop
Join UC Master Gardener Louisa Bonnie for tips on composting, whether you’re new to gardening or already passionate about it. 3 p.m. Free adult program. El Retiro Library, 126 Vista Del Parque, Redondo Beach.
Friday, February 14
Sports luncheon
Zak Krislock is scheduled to speak during the South Bay Athletic Club luncheon at the H.T. Grill, 1701 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach. Krislock, a former South Torrance High baseball-football star who played minor league baseball after a college career at UC Irvine and Oklahoma, teaches pitching for the Garciaparra Baseball Group and is baseball coach at Chadwick School. The SBAC weekly meeting, which starts at noon, is open to the public. The cost of lunch is $30.
Tiny Tot Tea-Rex Party, El Segundo
El Segundo Recreation Parks & the Library present a Valentines day party with refreshments, snacks, crafts, games, and more. Fancy dress and costumes are encouraged. For children ages 18 months to 4 years with an accompanying adult. For more information call (310) 524-2363. $10 per person. Wristband sales begin: January 13 sold in-person at the George E. Gordon Clubhouse, 300 E. Pine Ave., El Segundo. For information call (310) 524-2362.
Vision Board Workshop, SB Galleria
Turn your dreams into reality at the Manifest 2025 Vision Board Workshop. This event is designed to help you focus on your goals for the year ahead. The event kicks things off with coffee and mimosas, followed by a guided meditation and sound bath experience to center your mind and spirit. Next, your functional living expert, Christa Malsbury, will guide you through the Vision Board Project. Free but tickets are very limited. 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. The Healing Corner at South Bay Galleria, 1815 Hawthorne Blvd., Redondo Beach. Sign up: eventbrite.com/e/manifest-2025-vision-board-workshop-tickets-1203397537429.
L.A. A Cappella Festival
Through Sunday, February 16.The Los Angeles A Cappella Festival is a weekend-long vocal festival bringing the best a cappella performers, educators, and enthusiasts together in an academic forum to advance vocal music as an art form. Lectures, workshops, and master classes covering arranging, recording, vocal percussion, and more. All-access pass $90. Or general admission $17. Tickets, event times and event locations at casa.org/laaf/.
Love your Core, Walteria Library
Join instructors from the Love Your Core fitness studio for an entry-level mat Pilates class that focuses on building core strength, flexibility, and alignment. 11 a.m. Bring a mat or towel, water, and wear comfortable clothing. Free and open to the community. 3815 242nd Street, Torrance.
Saturday, February 15
Petty Party, Grand Vision
The music of Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, part of our new “Warner Grand on the Road” series. 8 p.m. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in the John Olguin Auditorium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro. $42-$97. More information call (310) 548-7562. Tickets: grandvision.org/event/petty-party-the-music-of-tom-petty.
Lunar New Year celebration, SC Botanic Garden
The South Coast Botanic Garden Lunar New Year celebration takes place every Sat. & Sun. in February. Hands-on art-making stations where you can create kites and festive snake puppets, or head out on a Zodiac Stroll. Storytelling, a wishing tree and music. A 360 photo booth to capture memories, specialty foods and hand-mixed cocktails for purchase. Three live performances featuring lion dancers, martial artists, folk dancers and drummers at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., available for a modest additional fee. 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula. Questions? Call (424) 452-0920. The Garden is open every day at 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tickets and information: southcoastbotanicgarden.org.
Kuma Hula workshop, Redondo Beach
Kuma Hula Patrick Makuakane will be teaching two Hula workshops. First workshop, Hula Mua, for the intermediate/advanced hula dancer will be at 10 – 11:30 a.m. Second workshop, Hula Auana, for the intermediate/advanced hula dancer will be at 12 – 1:30 p.m. $44. Masonic Lodge, 116 Ruby St., Redondo Beach. Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/kumu-hula-patrick-makuakane-hula-workshops-tickets-1126329534959.
Family Nature Walk, White Point Preserve
Naturalists will guide you along a trail to discover a unique variety of wildlife in their coastal sage scrub habitat with amazing views of the ocean. Meet in front of the Nature Center and come inside to explore after the hike. 10:30 a.m. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Preserve parking at the end of the street in a gravel lot, 1600 West Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. Sign up at pvplc.org/calendar.
Play Time, Best in Show, Old Town Music Hall
Play Time, with minimal dialogue, uses carefully choreographed scenes to satirize the alienation of modern life. Renowned for its ambitious sets and playful humor, this film is a masterclass in visual comedy, offering a unique cinematic experience. In French with English subtitles. 2:30 p.m. Best in Show, this mockumentary hilariously satirizes the competitive world of dog breeding with its sharp improvisation and unforgettable characters. Perfect for dog lovers and comedy fans alike, Best in Show is a true crowd-pleaser. 7 p.m. Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St., El Segundo. Tickets: oldtownmusichall.org or call (310) 322-2592.
Water-Wise Garden drive tour, Hermosa
The Water-Wise Garden tour is a self-guided/self-drive tour of drought tolerant gardens and California native plants. The gardens are located in the following participating cities: El Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Lomita, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, and Torrance in Southern California. We are recruiting attractive water-wise gardens to show for our self-drive garden tour, which will be held on Sunday, April 13, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. All the gardens should have some feature that reduces the use of water or gardens that have no mow lawns, California natives and wild-life certified are welcome. The host must be home the day of the tour and be outside to talk with tour guests. The deadline to enter is today, Feb. 15. Sign Up: southbaywaterwisegardentour.com or call (310) 515-0934.
AF Pilot on unmanned aircraft, Torrance Air Museum
Join the Western Museum of Flight to hear Air Force fighter pilot, Rich Martindell, compare flying manned aircraft and unmanned aircraft in combat. The operational environments: what life is like in the cockpit and at the control console. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance. Museum members free, non-members $15.
Magic Bingo, Torrance Cultural Arts Center
Join Bingo Boy and hostess Borgia Bloom for a hilarious and exciting evening of bingo. Add the zany magic of international touring magician Shawn McMaster, lots of fun prizes and you get Magic Bingo. 8 a.m. 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance. Contains adult content. Tickets: torrancearts.org/shows/magic-bingo.
Sunday, February 16
Guided nature walk, Pelican Cove Park
Enjoy a guided tour of Pelican Cove led by the Los Serenos Docents. Hike past the unique native flora and fauna and explore the tide pools teeming with fascinating marine life. Moderate to strenuous. The trail to and from the tidepools is short but steep, involving about a 120 degree change in elevation. No dogs. Free. Rain cancels the hike. Park in the parking lot on the southbound lanes of Palos Drive just south of the Point Vicente Park and Lighthouse. 3 p.m. Questions? Call (310) 544-5375 or visit losserenosrpv.org. Pelican Cove Park, 31300 Palos Verdes Drive S., Rancho Palos Verdes.
Peninsula Symphony, Redondo Union
The Peninsula Symphony Association performs Tchaikovsky’s 5th. David Cubek conducts. Free. 5 p.m. Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 631 Vincent Street, Redondo Beach. There will be an exclusive preconcert lecture for members at 4:15 pm. For more concert and membership information, (310) 544-0320, pensym.org or music.pensym@verizon.
The Gold Rush, Old Town Music Hall
Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush is one of his most beloved films, showcasing his iconic “Little Tramp” character in the harsh conditions of the Klondike Gold Rush. Full of humor and pathos, this silent classic features some of Chaplin’s most famous scenes, including the unforgettable dance of the rolls. 7 p.m. Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St., El Segundo. Tickets: oldtownmusichall.org or call (310) 322-2592.
Monday, February 17
Galentine’s Tea Party, Woman’s Club RB
President’s Day celebration of trailblazing club leader, Mrs. Galentine, the one who started it all. Fortune telling by Patti, Hat contest, tea cup contest, prizes and more. Social hour 10 a.m., Business meeting 11 a.m., Tea 12 p.m. Tea & Lunch $30-$40. RSVP: redondowoman.org/rsvp. Registration is required.
Tango Argentino, Redondo Beach
Join the Argentine Tango classes hosted by Daniel Ledesman at the Women’s Club Redondo Beach. Every Monday. All levels are welcome. $20. 6 – 7 p.m. technique/beginner, 7 – 8 p.m. Intermediate, and 8 – 9:30 p.m. Practica. Walk-ins welcome. 400 S. Broadway, Redondo Beach.
Dementia Caregiver Support Group, BCHD
Every 3rd Monday of the month. Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District’s Care Manager, Charlotte Barnett, MSW. In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Manhattan Beach Older Adults Program. 2 – 3:30 p.m. 514 N. Prospect Ave., 1st floor cafe, Redondo Beach. Sign up: bchd.org/support-groups.
Wednesday, February 19
MB Chamber Mixer, Brewco
Connect with people, enjoy delicious food, beverages, raffle prizes and more. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Brewco, 124 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Members $10. Prospective members $20. Register: manhattanbeachchamber.com.
Chess Champions, N. Torrance Library
Tweens and teens have fun playing chess while learning opening/blocking/attack moves and strategy. 4 p.m. 3604 Artesia Blvd., Torrance.
Brain boosters, TMMC
Miracle of Living, a community health education lecture series presents Brain Boosters: Reducing Risk Factors for Alzheimer. Lecture at 5:30 p.m. Information booths, and screening opportunities at 6:30 p.m. The lecture will be in person and via Zoom. Hoffman Conference Center, 3315 Medical Center Dr., Torrance. Registration is not required. Free to the community. Zoom link: tmmc.zoom.us/my/miracleofliving.
Habits – In Person and via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay free workshop led by Linda Liang, a doctor of occupational therapy, and associate professor at the University of Southern California. Participants will learn strategies for building healthier habits to support cancer treatment, including avoiding a negative diet. The workshop will also explore practices that may stimulate the longevity gene, such as autophagy. 1 – 2 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. Or, for more information contact Rebecca Sul at [email protected]. ER