Spotlight:
BeachLife Festival
Gates open at 1 p.m. on Friday. Sting, Seal, Dirty Heads, Devo, and Incubus headline this weekend’s BeachLife Music Festival. Continuing Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Seaside Lagoon, 137 N. Harbor Dr., Redondo Beach. Tickets: beachlifefestival.com. Do you need ticket help? Contact support for assistance at (833) 500-3756. See related story page 20.
Footloose, the Musical
Through Saturday, May 4. A coming of age story about a teen from Chicago who brings dance to a small Midwestern town, where dancing is illegal. The production is a fundraiser for the Mira Costa High School Drama/Tech Boosters is a group of parents and community members whose mission is to provide opportunities in both acting and technical theater through fundraising and volunteer opportunities. 6:30 p.m. Mira Costa High School, 1401 Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach. Tickets: miracostadramaboosters.org.
Shop local day
Special Children’s League Shop local day with sip ‘n savories and live music by Scotty G and John. Enjoy shopping with friends at Annie’s Boutique in Lunada Bay, 722 Yarmouth Road, Palos Verdes Estates. Agapantha Jewelry by Dani Paquin. Shop beautiful clothing, accessories and home decor from local artisans for your special someone: Mom, Grad or You!
Friday, May 3
BeachLife Festival
BeachLife Music Festival. 1 to 10 p.m. Continuing Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m. Seaside Lagoon, 137 N. Harbor Dr., Redondo Beach. Tickets: beachlifefestival.com. Do you need ticket help? Contact support for assistance at (833) 500-3756.
The Little Mermaid Jr.
Through Saturday, May 4. The Little Mermaid Jr. is a stage musical produced by Disney Theatrical, based on the animated 1989 Disney film by Hans Christian Andersen about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find love. 7 p.m. El Segundo Performing Arts Center, 640 Main Street, El Segundo. $12 general admission. Tickets: business.hbchamber.net/events/details/the-little-mermaid-jr-9489. Saturday shows 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 4
The many faces of Frida Kahlo
Join for an afternoon of Art with artist and teacher Miriam Quezada-Hagerman as she discusses the life and work of the Mexican painter. 2 p.m. Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, 3301 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. Information: Library.TorranceCA.Gov.
Hermosa Endless summer classic cars
A display of classic cars on Pier Plaza, Hermosa Ave. and Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. All day.
Kentucky Derby at Shade MB
Big hats, mint juleps & derby day specials. Dress in your derby-best. The main event will be shown on large screen TV’s. 12 – 5 p.m. Call (310) 350-4927 to reserve your table. 1221 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach.
Family Nature Walk at George F Canyon
Naturalists will guide you along a trail through the preserve to discover a unique variety of wildlife in their canyon habitat with amazing views of the LA Basin. Meet on the back patio of the Nature Center and come inside to explore after the hike. 10:30 a.m. Parking in Preserve lot located at 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. Rain cancels. Sign up: pvplc.org/calendar.
Hermosa Beach community garage sale
The annual,Community-wide garage sale encourages residents to reduce waste by allowing others to give them new homes. It also encourages residents to clear out their garages to create space for a vehicle, reducing the demand for street parking. For this one day only, the City will waive garage sale permit fees. The City has developed a map on the City website to promote registered garage sales for that day. 7 a.m. – 12 p.m. Information, sign up and garage sale map: hermosabeach.gov.
Community wellness and resource fair
A free community wellness and resource fair to promote mental health month. Free event with workshops for all ages focused on promoting physical and mental health. Information booths. Zumba, art activities, food, and live entertainment. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Richstone Family Center, 13634 Cordary Ave., Hawthorne.
Sunday, May 5
You are enough 5k
You Are Enough is the signature mental health fundraiser for the non-profit Giving Purpose Organization, founded by Cathy Caplener. $40. Children under 12 are free. Sign up at givingpurpose.org. Giving Purpose Organization or Eventbrite. Questions? Call (310) 938-3158.
Monday, May 6
Redondo Beach Firefighters spirit day
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and 20% off of total purchase will help support the Redondo Beach Firefighters as they raise donations for the Burn Institute Firefighters Demolition Derby. 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Handel’s, 1882 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Redondo Beach.
BCHD Yoga fitness in Hermosa
Mindful Yoga in Hermosa Beach Beach Cities Free Fitness Series is back with Mindful Yoga during May for Mental Health Awareness Month. On the sand in front of Scotty’s Restaurant, 1100 The Strand, Hermosa Beach.Free, in partnership with the City of Hermosa Beach. 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Register: bchd.org/freefitness. On-site registration is also available at check-in.
Tuesday, May 7
Virtual Social Hour with BCHD Care Manager
If you have a question regarding community resources or want to learn more about Beach Cities Health District, join us. If you want to share ways you are keeping busy or are looking for advice on ways to keep busy, join us. These meetings are for all, a place to connect and feel heard.10 – 11 a.m. Information: bchd.org/classes-workshops. Zoom Link:bchd-org.zoom.us/j/87651635014.
Empowerment during and after Cancer Treatment– via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) free workshop led by Brittany Rudinica, LCSW, OSW-C. Learn how and why it is important to take control of their physical and mental well-being during treatment and beyond. 2 – 3 p.m. Join: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information: Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Mindful Connections Wellness Workshops
Mindful Connections Wellness Workshops led by Lavell Wallace from SBAS and BCHD staff members. Mindful Connections is the go-to place to gain valuable insights and practical tools to help shift your mindset and improve your quality of life. By completing this registration form once, you are welcome to attend one or multiple sessions. Participants must be age 18 or older to receive services at South Bay Adult School. 12 – 1:30 p.m. South Bay Adult School, 3401 Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach. Room 10, and adjacent patio. Information and Registration: bchd.org/series.
Wednesday, May 8
Saving Michaelangelo’s Dome
Bohannon Lecture Series presents local author Wayne Kalayjian. Wayne will discuss his new first book about how three mathematicians and a Pope sparked an architectural revolution. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Dr., #310, Rolling Hills Estates. Coffee social at 10:15 a.m. Open to the community. Space is limited.
Hermosa Chamber mixer
Hermosa Beach chamber mixer at Barsha, 1141 Aviation Blvd., Hermosa Beach. $30 Members, $50 non-members. 6 – 8 p.m. Register: hbvbchamber.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/9516.
Frankly Speaking About Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer
In Person and via Zoom
Cancer Support Community South Bay (CSC South Bay) ) free program led by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Lydia Kim. This program was created for people diagnosed with non-melanoma skin cancers (NMSC). Learn the types of NMSC, potential treatments and side effects, clinical trials, and the emotional concerns of an NMSC diagnosis. 12:30 – 2 p.m. 2601 Airport Dr., suite 100, Torrance. (Participants may also attend online) Join: CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. More information: Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Friendship Campus topping off ceremony
The Topping Off Ceremony celebrating the structural completion of the Friendship Campus. Leave a lasting mark by signing the final steel beam & joining the celebration as the beam will be hoisted into place. 4 – 6 p.m. 850 S. Inglewood Ave., Redondo Beach. Parking is limited on Fisk and Ralston lanes. Questions? Call (310) 214-6677. RSVP: Bit.ly./CampusTOC.
