Posts by Judy Rae
Spotlight on the Hill – Vistas for Children Golf Tournament
Nearly 100 golfers participated in Vistas for Children’s annual golf tournament at the Palos Verdes Golf Club. The tournament raised $32,000, which will benefit South Bay children’s charities. Current and Past Vistas Presidents Pam Branam, Nadine Bobit, Eileen Krock, Karen Odom and Helaine Lopes. Tournament co-chairs Tricia Hawkins, Pam Branam and Cindy Percz. Larry Percz,…
Read MoreSpotlight on the hill – Libertarian candidate Johnson meets with South Bay supporters
Spotlight on the hill – Libertarian candidate Johnson meets with South Bay supporters Kerry Welsh knew he’d found a presidential candidate he could support when Libertarian Party presidential candidate Gary Johnson stayed at the Rancho Palos Verdes home of Welsh and his wife Helen. Despite RPV’s steep hills, the candidate wanted to go on a bike…
Read MoreLetters to the Editor 9-22-2016
Goes with the job Dear ER: Recusing oneself for having a strong opinion on the matter (“The ethics of Councilman Bill Brand’s recusal,” ER September 15, 2016)? It’s his job to formulate a strong opinion on the matter, I’m not buying it. Edmund Purcell Website comment Wait ‘til the deposition Dear ER: Councilman Bill…
Read MoreSouth Bay Communtiy Calendar 09-22-2016
Thursday, September 22 Shall we dance Ballroom dancing at the Redondo Beach Elks Lodge featuring Liz Holmes and the Retro Swing Octet. Every fourth Thursday. 7 – 9:30 p.m. 315 Esplanade, Redondo Beach. $10. For more information email: info@big-band.com or call (310) 372-8488. Expo 2016 The El Segundo, Lax Coastal and Manhattan Beach…
Read MoreLetters to the Editor 9-15-16
An immigrant’s thank you Dear ER: At midnight, August 31, Chef Wang’s Kitchen, which had resided at 308 Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach for nearly the past three decades, closed its doors for the final time (“Chef Wang closing after 29 tasty years,” ER May 19, 2016). I am writing as the son of immigrants…
Read MoreSouth Bay Community Calendar 9-15-16
Thursday, September 15 MB Fire Foundation intro The community is invited to attend a free meeting to learn about the newly formed Manhattan Beach Fire Foundation from Manhattan Beach firefighters. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Shade Hotel, 1221 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach. For more information and sponsorship email mbfirefoundation@gmail.com. Stretch it out Yoga on the…
Read MoreBeach sports – Smackfest 2016
Beach sports – Smackfest 2016 All ends of the athletic and political spectrums, from AVP and NVL players to Team America and Ginger Lives Matter, were represented at the the 23rd annual Smackfest Beach Volleyball Tournament this past summer at the Hermosa Beach Pier. Over 140 four-person teams competed. “The whole concept of Smackfest is for…
Read MoreBeach charity – Annual White Light White Night
Beach charity Annual White Light White Night On July 23rd, Walk With Sally – One Child At A Time held its 10th Annual White Light White Night fundraising celebration on the Top of the Plaza at Continental Park in El Segundo. With special guests including CBS2’s Serene Branson, this evening allowed WWS to continue its purpose…
Read MoreBeach charity – Tri-Beach Sister Cities
Beach charity Tri-Beach Sister Cities The Tri-Beach Sister Cities Organization held its 13th annual Cinco de Mayo celebration at Ortega 120 on May 22nd. With a full house, this fundraiser included live music, delicious Mexican buffet, huge Silent Auction and a Live Auction. Proceeds benefit the people and cultural exchange for Hermosa/Loreto, Manhattan/Santa Rosalia and…
Read MoreBeach brew – Meeting of the Guild at Naja’s Place
Beach brew Meeting of the Guild at Naja’s Place by Ed Solt Photos Though commonly known as the “Battle of the Guild,” the Meeting of the Guild is the climax of LA Beer Week, a week long celebration of local craft beer. #LABW8 is put on by the Los Angeles Brewers Guild. This year’s meeting…
Read MoreBeach Charity – Ambassadors Hear Cancer Survivor’s Story of Resilience and Gratitude
Beach charity Ambassadors Hear Cancer Survivor’s Story of Resilience and Gratitude Members of the Ambassador Program, an annual support group of Torrance Memorial, came together at Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach to learn how their donations were supporting the medical center’s lifesaving work. Oncology is one of four services supported through the Ambassadors. Dr. Hugo Hool…
Read MoreLetters to the Editor 9-8-2016
Family farewell Dear ER: Thanks to Scotty, Shane and the whole McColgan family for providing such a special venue to perform at (“Popular Manhattan Beach sports bar Sharks Cove to become upscale Mex restaurant,” ER September 1, 2016). I had such great times musically with Scott Whyte Band, Sand Section, Kevin Miso, Latch Key Kid……
Read MoreSouth Bay Community Calendar 9-8-2016
Thursday, September 8 Yoga on the Redondo pier Bring a yoga mat, a towel and water and enjoy free yoga on the Redondo pier, presented by Cancer Support Community-Redondo Beach, City of Redondo Beach, Redondo Beach Pier Association and Bay Club. 6 – 7 p.m. Thursdays through September 29. 100 Fishermans Wharf, Redondo Beach. For…
Read MoreLetters to the Editor 9-1-2016
Schooling the sup Dear ER: Manhattan Beach Unified School District Superintendent Mike Matthews wrote in his “Welcome to the 2016-17 School Year Newsletter that “All of our schools are based on semesters now. And the first semester ends before Winter Break. That means that our high school students will not be studying for finals over…
Read MoreSouth Bay Community Calendar 9-1-2016
Thursday, September 1 SEAsonal volunteers The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is seeking volunteer tour guides to teach school children about the wonders of Southern California’s marine life. The only prerequisites are a desire to learn about the ocean, and an interest in sharing that information with children. Applications for the Fall 2016 Tour Guide Training Class…
Read MoreSpotlight on the Hill – Volunteer Center Honors Four Legends in our Time
Four prominent Palos Verdes men have been named Legends in Our Time by the Volunteer Center’s Affinity Group.
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