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Community Calendar
Thursday, October 18
ECC luncheon
El Camino College Foundation is hosting its eight annual Business Roundtable Recognition Luncheon to thank all South Bay businesses that have contributed to the college’s success. The event features KCBS news anchor Jonathan Elias. Manhattan Beach Marriott. 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 660-3683.
Career/Job support group
The Community Baptist Church in Manhattan Beach is having a Career/Job Support Group tonight with dedicated career consultant professionals to help you gain a rewarding career. Free. 6-8 p.m. 1243 Artesia Blvd., MB. 374-0701 or visit www.christianemployment.org.
Friday, October 19
Art fundraiser
The third annual South Bay Hands on Art fundraising event is being held at the Alta Vista Community Center, RB from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The public is invited to join the festivities that include a raffle, silent auction, do-it-yourself art projects and refreshments. To donate or for more information call 937-9767.
Saturday, October 20
Pennsylvania Dutch fair
The 8th annual Pennsylvania Dutch Fair is being held at South Bay Church of the Brethren. The event includes a quilt display, a craft, gift and book sale, a display of Pennsylvania Dutch art and antiques and a selection of homemade soups, pies and breads for sale. Admission is free. 2761 190th St., RB. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 371-0411.
Craft fair
West High School’s Senior Class of 2002 is sponsoring a craft fair at the school, 20401 Victor St., Torrance from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors are selling handcrafted items and holiday gifts. 370-0859.
Parish fair
The 31st annual parish fair at American Martyrs Catholic Church takes place today and tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 21. This popular community event features game booths, arts and crafts boutiques, a silent auction, live entertainment and homemade food and desserts. Admission to the fair is free and game tickets are 50 cents each. The hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. For tickets and more information call 545-6869.
Senior Club’s faire
Browse and shop for unique hand-made gifts from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the annual El Segundo Senior Club’s Holiday Craft Faire at the Recreation and Parks Department, 339 Sheldon St. 524-2705.
Oktoberfest
The Redondo Beach Elks Lodge 1378 is having an Oktoberfest beginning at 5:30 p.m. This event is open to the public and includes dinner, raffles, live entertainment, and draft beer for $1. Tickets are $8.50 per person. 315 Esplanade, RB. 372-8488.
Sunday, October 21
Pancake breakfast
The Woman’s Club of Hermosa Beach is holding its 9th annual pancake breakfast at the Clark Building, 861 Valley Drive from 8 a.m.-noon. There is entertainment, raffle drawings, fire truck, police vehicles and an ice cream bar. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children younger than 12. 376-4532.
Autumn Sea Fair 2001
Come to Cabrillo Marine Aquariums Autumn Sea Fair from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Some of the events include digging for buried treasures, twenty five cent carnival games, sand castle building, live music and arts and crafts. 3720 Stephen White Dr., San Pedro. 548-7562.
Halloween ball
Chef Shafer’s Depot presents the 6th annual Halloween Ball with proceeds benefiting the Pediatric Therapy Network. The event begins at 4 p.m. with a silent auction, a dinner buffet at 5 p.m., and a live auction at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 each. For more information call 328-0276.
Monday, October 22
Fair housing clinic
The City of Redondo Beach is holding a walk-in fair housing clinic today in the Main Library upstairs conference room. Those who need assistance with landlord/tenant laws are invited to receive a free consultation. No appointment needed. 303 N. PCH. 3-5 p.m. 318-0635.
LWVBC meeting
The League of Women Voters of Beach Cities (LWVBC) meeting is being held at Manhattan Public Library to introduce its mission to new members. The second part of the meeting Manhattan Beach Mayor Walt Dougher and City Manager Geoff Dolan will discuss Measure Y. The meeting is open to the public. 7-9 p.m. 372-1828.
Tuesday, October 23
Leads club
The Riviera Village Leads Club meets every Tuesday for lunch and networking at Tony Romas, 6300 PCH, Torrance. Noon. For more information call 519-4117 or visit www.rivieraleads.com.
BINGO
The El Segundo Recreation and Park’s Joslyn Center offers BINGO on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. The cost is $1.50 for 3 cards. 339 Sheldon St. 1-3 p.m. 524-2705.
Wednesday, October 24
Women’s auxiliary
Come and join The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary. Jane Rice, local Redondo Beach resident and noted singer/guitarist is performing at today’s program. 11:30 a.m. $5 per ticket. 125 W. Beryl St., RB. 318-2827.
Economic forecast
The South Bay 2002 Economic Forecast Conference is being held at the Torrance Marriott from 1-6:30 p.m. The $75 admission price includes world class speakers, all conference materials, hosted networking reception, South Bay Economic Digest and South Bay Asset Gallery. For tickets call 792-0323.
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 7 p.m. at the Torrance Civic Center Library. 373-7003.
Discussing today’s crisis
Ten Marymount College faculty and staff members are presenting a forum entitled, "9/11: Before and After." The community is invited to participate in this free event. 7 p.m. 30800 Palos Verdes Drive East, RPV. 377-5501.
Thursday, October 25
Embroider’s guild
The Azure Verde Chapter of the Embroider’s Guild of America is meeting today at St. Francis Church, 2200 Via Rosa, PVE. The program is "Learning to use Waste Canvas." 9:30 a.m. Guests are welcome. 378-3269.
Volunteers needed
Friend-to-Friend
Beach Cities Health District’s Community Care Services is looking for volunteers for its Friend-to-Friend program. Friend-to-Friend volunteers provide older and/or disabled adults with socialization, friendship and a link to community resources. Volunteers are trained and then matched with appropriate participants on the basis of geography, need and interests. For more information call 374-3426, ext. 143.
Teach a child to read
RSVP of South Bay is seeking volunteers 55+ for the "America Reads Program" in the Beach Cities. If you can give one or two hours a week to help a child learn to read please call Elaine at RSVP 320-3322.
Other
Teen Center
The Redondo Beach Teen Center has started their school year program. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 3-8 p.m. (Wednesdays hours are 2:30-8 p.m.). It is a drop-in program for teens 12-17 years old who live in the city of Redondo Beach or attend a Redondo Beach School. Activities include pool tournaments, arts and crafts, games, special contests, trips and much more. For further information call 318-0610, ext. 4563.
Dog license renewal
Hermosa Beach’s 2002 dog tags are now available. To license a dog the rabies certificate must be valid through Sept. 30, 2002. Proof of sterility is needed to get a discounted rate. City Hall, 1315 Valley Dr., Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 318-0271.