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Community Calendar
Thursday, October 5
Seventh annual business roundtable luncheon
The El Camino College Foundation is presenting this annual luncheon at the Torrance Hilton. Speaker is Rudy deLeon, Deputy Secretary of Defense. The networking reception is from 11:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and the luncheon is from noon - 1:30 p.m. For reservations call 660-3683.
For dogs and cats
There will be a low-cost vaccination clinic for dogs and cats from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Community Services Office, Hermosa Beach. The cost of the rabies vaccine is $5. All dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in secure pet carriers. 562-948-2211.
Play ball
Redondo Beach Recreation is having Men's Open Basketball Leagues starting the week of Oct. 29. Registration is going on now until 10/20. For more info call 318-0610, ext. 3533.
Kid talk
The Manhattan Beach Parent Education Network working together with D.A.T.E. is presenting a lecture, "How to Talk to Your Kids Effectively" for parents of middle and elementary school children from 7-9 p.m. Pacific Elementary School Cafeteria. 318-0879.
Friday, October 6
Buy and bake
A two-day rummage and bake sale will be held today from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Saturday (10/7) from 9 a.m. to noon at First United Methodist Church, RB. 372-2635.
Greek festival
St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church, RB is holding its 36th annual Greek Festival beginning at 6 p.m. The festival will continue through Sunday, 10/8. Saturday hours are noon to 10 p.m., Sunday hours are noon to 9 p.m. 540-2434.
Travel around the world
The 2000-2001 Discovery World Travel Adventure Cinema Series at the Marsee Auditorium at El Camino College will feature 12 full-length color cinema presentations. The first show begins tonight, future presentations will be on Mondays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Series tickets are available. Call 329-5345 more information.
Lots of fun
Come to St. James Parish Harvest Festival on Friday, October 6, 5-10 p.m., Saturday, October 7, noon to 10 p.m., and Sunday, October 8, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. There will be games and prizes, food, beer and wine, entertainment and a silent auction. 543-4510.
Saturday, October 7
Hometown fair
The MB Old Hometown Fair will be held today and tomorrow at Live Oak Park. Fair hours are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. today, and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday. Parking and shuttle service is available at TRW parking lot at Marine and Aviation.
Music and song
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Sylvia Meyer and granddaughter Amanda getting their act together for the Los Angeles County Arts Open House at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 7 at the Vermont Care Center, Torrance.
The Happy Time Pipers, along with the San Pedro Learning Center Chorus, directed by Peggy and D'Jalma Garnier, will bring music and song to the residents and families of the Vermont Care Center, Torrance at 2 p.m. The Happy Time Pipers are celebrating their 25th Anniversary and the Learning Center Chorus is in its second year of performance. Recently, this senior group entertained at the Orange County Fair.
HIV/AIDS fund-raiser
Being Alive South Bay is hosting a wine tasting and silent art auction in the Torrance Japanese Gardens located at 3350 Civic Drive from 5-8 p.m. The cost $25. 792-0377.
Happy anniversary
To pay tribute to Torrance Memorial Medical Center's 75 years of service to the South Bay and Peninsula communities, friends of the nonprofit medical center are invited to attend a gala entitled "Memories & Music." This event will be held at the Torrance Marriott, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $125 and invitations are available. 517-4703.
Time to party
Celebrate the one-year anniversary of Whole Foods Market at the Torrance location from 12-4 p.m. There will be entertainment and lots of cake, raffles and fun. 257-8700.
Class of 1980
Aviation High School Class of 1980 is having its 20th High School Reunion at 6 p.m. at the old Aviation Gym, RB. 376-1941.
See the play
SENGA Women's Theatre Company is presenting a one-act play, "Fertility," at the Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 W. Crestridge Road, RPV. Begins at 1:45 p.m. Free. 213-972-3099.
Sunday, October 8
Triathlon and festival
The 9th annual Hermosa Beach Triathlon and festival will be held today. Race starts at 7:15 a.m. at HB Pier. 818-707-8866, ext. 14.
Learn about nature
Come to the Madrona Marsh Preserve in Torrance for the Second Sunday, entitled "Fall Colors," from 2-4 p.m. The fee is $5 per person or $10 per family. 782-3989.
Monday, October 9
Learn about gardening
You're invited to the South Coast Botanic Garden, PVP, for a lecture on "Numbers For Gardening," starting at 9:30 a.m. 377-5107.
Tuesday, October 10
Butter 'n syrup
Come to the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Redondo Beach for breakfast with Debra Bowen, beginning at 7:15 a.m. The cost for breakfast is $14 for Chamber members and $18 for visitors. 540-5858.
Getting a divorce
The South Bay Youth Project is sponsoring a Divorce Workshop for the entire family entitled "Kids First." This workshop runs for six weeks. This program begins tonight from 6-8 p.m. and will continue every Tuesday for six weeks. Registration is required. 372-7724.
Once upon a time
Come to the Knob Hill Community Center, RB for a seminar/discussion entitled "Telling and Selling Your Life Story," starting at 2 p.m. Free. 544-1278.
Wednesday, October 11
Walk with the birds
Come to Madrona Marsh Preserve in Torrance for the New Bird Walk, starting at 8 a.m. 326-2473.
Upcoming:
Thursday, October 12
Meet the candidates
Rep. Steve Kuykendall and former Rep. Jane Harman will participate in a Fireside Chat at the Torrance Marriott from 12-2 p.m. 540-5858.
Learn the Internet
The Volunteer Center is hosting a seminar, entitled: "Trends in Web-Based Fundraising," from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Volunteer Center, Torrance. Ami Kassar will be the guest speaker. Registration is $25. Bring your lunch. Beverages and light snacks provided. 212-5009.
Saturday, October 14
Model trains
Come to the Los Angeles Model Railroad Society in Hawthorne for a Swap Meet from 7-10 a.m. There will be an Open House today and Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. Free. 821-7880, ext. 244.
Ongoing:
Tuesdays
Join the club
The Hollywood Riviera Village Leads Club meets every Tuesday for lunch at noon at Pacific Peninsula, RB. 370-8664.
Thursdays
Kick up your heels
Come to the First United Church, 1551 El Prado Avenue, Torrance, for the South Bay English Country Dances the first and third Thursday of every month from 8-10 p.m. Live music. All dances taught. Admission $5. Call 793-7499.
Wanted:
Married women
Seeking applicants for the title of Mrs. Hermosa Beach for the 5th Annual Mrs. California United Nation Pageant. Call 805-493-0605.
Volunteers
Wanted males and females, ages 21-60, single or divorced. Seeking volunteers to participate in a research study designed to discover why so many people have such difficulty finding the right relationships. Join a small group discussion for about two hours. Free. For reservation, call 530-5283 or 530-1464.