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The Pacific Arts Group affiliated with the Palos Verdes Art Center is holding its 28th annual art show and sale featuring 30 artists on Saturday, Aug. 18, and Sunday, Aug. 19 at Malaga Cove Plaza, Palos Verdes Dr. West and Via Corta. Admission is free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 320-4343
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Thursday, August 16
Osteoporosis screenings
The Osteoporosis Testing Center is offering $30 screenings today at Savon Drugs, 4235 Pacific Coast Hwy, Torrance. 12-5 p.m.; and Saturday, Aug 18 at Savon Drugs, 2900 Sepulveda Blvd., MB, 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. For more information call 915-7228.
Book sale
Malaga Cove Library is having its once a year book sale today through Sunday, August 19. Included are books in all categories of fiction and non-fiction, many children’s books, records, vintage collectible items and paperbacks. Hours are: Thursday 1-7 p.m., Friday through Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 2400 Via Campesina, PVE. 377-9584.
Friday, August 17
Sidewalk sale
The Manhattan Beach Downtown Business Association is having its "Sizzling Summer Sidewalk Sale" today through Sunday, August 19. For more information call 546-5350.
Breast exams and mammograms
The ENCORE Program of the YWCA is offering free clinical breast exams and mammograms to uninsured low-income women over 40 years of age, at the St. Mary’s Medical Center in Long Beach. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Reservations are required. 547-0831.
Dance party
Enjoy a musical afternoon and evening watching or learning how to soft-shoe, line, ballroom, swing, and Latin dance. Light refreshments will be served. $3.50 per person. No reservations are needed. 4-9:30 p.m. Dance all day or for an hour or two. 320 Knob Hill Ave., RB. 318-0650.
BBQ
Temple Menorah of Redondo Beach invites the community to a "Schmooze with the Jews" western BBQ beginning at 6 p.m. Reservations are required. 316-8444.
Baha’i fireside
"Balancing Body, Mind and Spirit" is the topic of the Baha’i fireside at 828 Eleventh St., MB. 8 p.m. Public is invited. 372-5501.
Saturday, August 18
Auditions
The South Bay Children’s Choir 2001/2002 Season is holding auditions on Saturday, August 18 by appointment only at the El Camino College Music Building, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 641-0649 or visit www.sbcc.singer.net.
Art show and pinewood derby fans
The Pacific Arts Group affiliated with the Palos Verdes Art Center is holding its 28th annual art show and sale featuring 30 artists, today and tomorrow, Sunday, August 19 at Malaga Cove Plaza, Palos Verdes Dr. West and Via Corta. Pinewood derby fans can bring their racers to the art show to be autographed by creator, Don Murphy. Admission is free. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 320-4343.
Pier concert
"Swing Shift" is playing country music at the Redondo Beach Pier tonight beginning at 6 p.m. Free. 318-0631 or visit www.redondo.org/harbor.
Food and wine tasting festival
The 15th annual Torrance Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting Festival is taking place on the grounds of American Honda Motor Co., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. This year’s festival and silent auction benefits The Volunteer Center of Torrance. 7-10 p.m. Tickets are $60 and may be purchased through the El Camino Marsee Auditorium Box Office at 329-5345.
Sunday, August 19
Concert in the park
The "Swing Kings" swing through Polliwog Park from 4-6 p.m. Manhattan Beach Blvd., at Peck Ave., MB. Free. 802-5417.
Monday, August 20
Heart of the city
The Riviera Village Association is hosting an informative "Heart of the City" presentation by RB City Manager Lou Garcia. Knights of Columbus Hall, 214 Avenue I, RB. 8 a.m. 791-7104.
Wednesday, August 22
The Tempest
For a refreshing change of pace from the Wednesday night concert series, Shakespeare’s "The Tempest" is being presented at Veterans Park, Esplanade at Torrance Blvd., RB. Join the gang in this tale of deceit, betrayal and first love. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 937-6607.
Weight loss lecture
A lecture entitled, "Comprehensive Surgical Weight Loss" is being presented at Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Health Conference Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd. Free. 7 p.m. For reservations call 791-5138.
Thursday, August 23
Harman at Farmers Market
Rep. Jane Harman is holding office hours at the Redondo Beach Farmers Market in Veterans Park today from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and tomorrow, Friday, August 17 at the Hermosa Beach Farmers Market from 2-4 p.m.
Pier concert
Susie Hansen’s Latin Jazz Band burns up the planks of the Redondo Beach Pier with the sounds of hot Latin jazz starting at 6 p.m. Free. 318-0631 or visit www.redondo.org/harbor.
Health lecture
Dr. Scott C. Rackett of Beach Cities Dermatology is giving an informative presentation and discussion on the symptoms and management of eczema including new treatment options. The public is invited. In Redondo Beach at 6 p.m. For reservations call 888-533-7490.
Ostomy Association meeting
The South Bay Ostomy Association is holding a meeting in the Educational Building of the Little Company of Mary Hospital, 4101 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. All ostomates and visitors are invited. 7:30 p.m. 374-6748.
Ongoing:
Massage Therapy
Treat yourself to true relaxation and stress reduction in the Healing Arts facility located within the Center for Health and Healing, 514 N. Prospect Ave., RB. For more information on schedules and fees, call 374-3426, ext. 147.
Nutrition Consultations
Bereavement groups
The Hoyt Organization is sponsoring ongoing bereavement support groups. The groups meet on Mondays from 6-7:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m. at Torrance Memorial Home Health and Hospice. 784-3754.
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Garden tour guides
Anyone interested in becoming a tour guide at the South Coast Botanic Garden is invited to attend the docent training classes beginning Monday, September 17 at 9:30 a.m. at the garden located at 26300 Crenshaw Blvd. Training classes will be held on Mondays for six weeks. To attend classes call 831-3201.