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Thursday, October 19
Fashion show
The New Neighbor's Club of Palos Verdes invites the public to attend a luncheon, boutique and fashion show at St. Francis Episcopal Church from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit local charities. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance. 375-4996.
Garden tour
Enjoy a Peninsula fall garden tour hosted by The Gardeneers, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For ticket information call 377-6523.
Early detection
California Osteoporosis Institute will be providing affordable bone density screenings at the following Savon Drugs locations - today at 4235 PCH, Torrance, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday, 10/20 at 5020 West 190th St., Torrance, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m; and Saturday, October 21 at 2900 Sepulveda Blvd., MB, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 887-476-0411.
Mixer
Meet local business people and the Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce members at Patrick Molloy's from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 376-0951.
Career consultants
Meet with dedicated career consultant professionals, at no charge, who can guide you to new employment. Community Baptist Church, 6 - 8 p.m. 374-0701.
Friday, October 20
Red ribbon lunch
The number one drug of choice, alcohol, will be the focus of this year's Red Ribbon celebration luncheon from 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. to be held at the Torrance Memorial Medical Center. For reservations call 972-6141.
Saturday, October 21
Name that bird
Learn about the biology and ecology of local birds by attending the "Birds of the Canyon" class held at the George F Canyon Nature Center from 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. This class is held on the third Saturday of each month and is designed for adults and children 8 years and older. $5 per family. For reservations call 547-0862.
Free tour
The Chevron El Segundo Refinery invites you to get a closer look at their facility. Free one-hour bus tours will be offered to the public between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Reservations are required. 615-3747.
Buddy system
South Bay Free Clinic is seeking volunteers to be a buddy with people affected by or infected with HIV/AIDS. This one-day training class begins at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 318-2521, ext. 236.
Volunteers needed
The South Bay Literacy Council is in need of volunteer tutors and administrators. The Council is holding an information/orientation meeting today at 10 - 11 a.m. at the Torrance Civic Center Library. 373-7003.
Soy good
David Gabbe, author of two books on vegetarian nutrition and cooking will teach a "Exploring Soy" cooking class from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at El Camino College. For reservations call 660-6460.
Craft Faire
The El Segundo Senior Club is holding their Holiday Craft Faire at the Joslyn Center from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 524-2705.
Sunday, October 22
Project Car Show
The 5th Annual Project Touch/Easy Reader Fall Classic Car Show will be held today at Clark Field in Hermosa Beach. In addition to the fabulous cars, there will be food from Einstein's Restaurant, and performances from the blues/rock band Michael Paul Morgan and the Rogues. $5, Children under 12 are free. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Clark Field is located on Valley Dr., between Pier Ave. and 8th St. 379-6319.
PFLAG meeting
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) will hold their monthly meeting at Rolling Hills First United Methodist Church, RHE, from 2-4 p.m. 374-4174.
Halloween Ball
Chef Michael Shafer will host the 5th Annual Halloween Ball and Benefit at the Depot Restaurant from 4 - 9 p.m. Tickets are $75. A silent and live auction will be held to benefit Pediatric Therapy Network. For reservations call 328-0276.
Propositions
The League of Women Voters' representative will be at the Pacific Unitarian Church, RPV, to present the League's research about ballot propositions for the November 7 election. Begins at noon. 378-9449.
Wine tasting
The Autumn Festival of Wine Tasting and Silent Auction will be held at Chevron Employees Park, El Segundo from 3-6 p.m. $20 donation per person. Proceeds will benefit the Wellness Community and the American Business Women's Association education fund. 326-5193.
Monday, October 23
Ballot information
The League of Women Voters of the Beach Cities will be discussing ballot measures at the Manhattan Beach Public Library from 7-9 p.m. Free. 372-1828.
Golf tournament
Torrance Aeronautical Museum will host The Youth Mentor Invitational Golf Tournament at Los Verdes Golf Course. Proceeds to benefit youth mentoring programs. Check-in at 6 a.m. For reservations call 618-1155.
Tuesday, October 24
Business expo
The Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce's Business Expo 2000 "Strong Links to Success," will be held at the Torrance Marriott from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. The show is open to the general public and admission is free. 543-3113.
Woman's club
The Torrance Woman's Club, Evening Division will be holding their monthly meeting at their clubhouse, starting at 7 p.m. New members and guests are welcome. 316-2075.
Wednesday, October 25
Harvest cooking
A Native American Harvest Cooking Class will be offered at Whole Foods Market, Torrance from 7 - 9 p.m. $15. For reservations call 257-8700.
Economic forecast
The 2001 South Bay Economic Forecast Conference will be held today at the Torrance Marriott from 2 - 7:30 p.m. Admission is $75. For reservations call 792-0323.
Not just for newcomers
A woman's social group for new or current residents of Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach will have their monthly meeting at 10 a.m. 540-3979.
Sew fun
The Azure Verde Chapter of the Embroider's Guild of America will meet at 9:30 a.m. at the St. Francis Church, PVE. 378-3169.
Thursday, October 26
Haunted roundhouse volunteers
"Ghouls and sea monsters" are needed for the V.O.I.C.E. and Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab/Aquarium's Haunted Roundhouse Fundraiser taking place October 27 through October 29. If interested, meet tonight at 6 p.m. at the Manhattan Beach Aquarium (end of the MB Pier). 379-8117.
Wanted:
Donations needed
From November 2 through November 12, the Inside Out Wellness Center in RB will be travelling to Honduras to provide chiropractic care and donations to thousands of Hondurans living in extreme poverty and in the aftermath of Hurricane Mitch. Donations are taken daily at the Center. Supplies needed are adult and children clothing, children's Spanish books, sanitary napkins, monetary donations to UNICEF or CARE, multivitamins for children and adults. For more information call 379-9962.
Used bike round-up
The Bike Shop at 430 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach and The Manhattan Beach Community Church's fifth annual used bike round up program is underway. Denoted bikes are reconditioned and given to underprivileged children in the greater LA area. Children's bikes that don't require major repairs are preferred, but adult bikes can be used for older kids. If interested in donating a bike, or contributing to the helmet fund, call 374-4174 or drop off bikes at The Bike Shop.
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.
Ongoing
Literacy tutoring offered
The El Segundo Public Library is offering literacy tutoring through trained volunteers to help adults who need to learn to read or improve their reading skills. 524-2722.
Upcoming:
Friday, October 27
Swing for sight
The Palos Verdes Lions are sponsoring their annual "Swing for Sight" Golf Tournament at 11 a.m. at the Los Verdes Country Club in Rancho Palos Verdes. Entry fee is $150, which includes a cart, lunch and raffle prizes. 377-2038.