Around & About: Happenings around the Peninsula April 2023
+Pageant of Our Lord by Deborah Paul Over 300,000 people have enjoyed the Pageant of Our Lord since its first presentation over the Easter holidays in 1986, at Rolling Hills Covenant Church. Each presentation has included at least 14 reenactments of classical religious art, and a 60-voice choir in a recounting of Christ’s life. Over […]
Sage Advice – Risk and coping factors
by Liz Schoeben Healthy coping skills are especially important in the post-COVID world. As school-based therapists, we have seen many young people adversely affected during the pandemic years. Most kids and teens had limited exposure to in-person social interactions, both positive and negative. So they had limited peer conflicts and, as a result, less practice […]
Spotlight on Wellness – Power of Pink Providence Little Company of Mary Foundation
Together again for the first time in several years, over 350 women in the South Bay gathered for the Power of Pink Women’s Wellness Conference benefitting Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Centers Women & Children’s Health Initiatives. Actress and New York Times bestselling author Marilu Henner motivated listeners with her energy, sage-like wisdom, and […]
Spotlight on Education – “Diamonds are Forever” St. John Fisher Gala
A James Bond-themed fundraiser for St. John Fisher School was held for over 200 guests at the Palos Verdes Golf Club on March 4. Luna, a Maltipoo puppy was the star of the evening. Guests bidded for the right to make her part of their family. The indoor/outdoor event included dancing to live music, a […]
Indivisible Arts gala features Boards Across Hermosa art
The Second Annual State of the Art, a fundraiser for Indivisible Arts, will feature an auction of nearly 100 skateboard decks painted by local artists. The decks are from a competition sponsored by Leadership Hermosa. Proceeds from the auction will go to the artists and to Indivisible Arts’ youth programs. Emmy award winning sportscaster, and […]
“Snow at the Beach” Chronicled by Professional Surfer
Professional big wave surfer Alex Gray snapped these historic photos at Palos Verdes RAT beach on February 27 during an afternoon surf check. Gray said, “The most beautiful afternoon I’ve ever seen at our beach,” he said.
Exploring the Impact of the NFL on Sports Fans in America
The National Football League has been a staple of American sports culture for decades. Every Sunday, fans scramble around to find their favorite teams playing on the big screen. Whether cheering them on at home or watching in person at games, we all want our team to win, and that’s precisely why America loves football […]
US traffic deaths spiked in early 2022 and hit a 20-year high – How to deal with accidents
Federal transport officials reported that more than 95,000 people were killed in traffic accidents in the first quarter of 2022. This figure represents the deadliest start to a year on the roads of America in the last two decades. According to estimates from officials, in seven states and the District, crash deaths surged by 50%. […]