The surfer who caught the biggest wave caught on camera over the past winter will be announced Friday evening at the South Bay Boardriders Bit Wave Challenge awards ceremony. 6 p.m. For more information, visit Southbayboardriders.com.
Ongoing
Ruby’s Car Shows
The soundtrack to “American Graffiti” every summer Friday evening, from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Ruby’s parking lot while owners of hot rods, street rods and muscle cars share stories with one another and visitors. Ruby’s Diner is located at 245 N. Harbor Dr., Redondo Beach.
Through July 31
Electric Cars: Fad or future
Electric automobiles, including one of the few Tesla convertibles on the market today are on exhibit at the Automobile Driving Museum. Activities for kids include demonstrations on creating and storing electricity. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $5-10, kids under 10 free. For more information call Kobi at (310) 909-0950, or email KobiA@theadm.org. 610 Lairport St, El Segundo, or visit automobiledrivingmuseum.org.
Thursday, May 26
North High School Spring Dance Concert
Showcasing various styles of dance including jazz, hip-hop, contemporary and lyrical at 7 p.m., James Armstrong Theatre, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. For more information, visit Torranceca.gov.
South Bay Ostomy Support Group
This month’s speaker is Gale Crandell, a well known Yoga instructor and ileostomate, who will talk about living with an ileostomate and its challenges at 7:30 p.m., Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd, Torrance. West Tower parking structure. The meeting is on the 2nd floor in #A. All ostomates and their significant other or friends are welcome. For more information, call (310) 548-8558.
Palos Verdes Hikes
Several two-hour hikes on the hilly streets and trails of Palos Verdes. Start with the “slow” group designed for newcomers and work your way up to the fast/strenuous group for experts. All groups meet every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the parking lot near Rite Aid Pharmacy at Hawthorne Blvd. and Silver Spur road in Rolling Hills Estate. These hikes and many more outings are listed at angeles.sierraclub.org/activities. For more information, call Paul Rosenberger at (310) 545-3531.
Friday, May 27
South Bay Boardriders Big Wave Challenge
El Nino 2016 produced some of the biggest and most consistent swells in recent memories. South Bay surfers who caught the largest waves and the photographers who captured their rides will be recognized by the South Bay Boardriders Club at their annual Big Wave Challenge awards night. 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or for advanced tickets visit Southbayboardriders.com. Event is located at 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach
Saturday, May 28
Fiesta Hermosa crafts, food, music
Hermosa Beach Chamber presents Fiesta Hermosa. Downtown Hermosa Beach. Live music, food, beer gardens, arts and crafts, and family fun. All weekend, Saturday through Monday. For entertainment schedule and Fiesta hours, visit hbchamber.net or call (310) 316-0951.
Seaside Lagoon reopens
The Seaside Lagoon is open daily through the summer, beginning today. Swim in the protected, salt water lagoon. A children’s play area, snack bar and barbeque pits and tables for parties are also available. 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. daily through September 5. Adults (over 17): $7. Children (2-17): $6. Under 2 Free.
A friendly memorial
Reverend Friend’s Annual Empty Chair Memorial Ceremony commemorative of his Empty Chair Memorial To America’s Fallen Soldiers – All Services – All Wars at 11 a.m., 124 Sapphire Street, Redondo Beach. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (310) 540-6044 or visit emptychair.org.
Up with the Birds
An early morning bird walk on the Madrona Marsh Preserve. Increase your birding skills by learning how to identify species using field marks and sound. Learn what species are visiting migrants and what species are here year round. Bring binoculars and wear comfortable walking shoes. All ages and levels of birding expertise welcome from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. For more information and to register, call (310) 782-3989 or visit friendsofmadronamarsh.com.
Sunday, May 29
Stomp to the Beat
Suzy’s 14th Annual South Bay Surf Stomp. 2 p.m. 1141 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach. $5, eight bands. Suzy’s is located at 1141 Aviation Blvd, Hermosa Beach.
Monday, May 30
Memorial Day Ceremony
The Veterans Memorial Task Force, Redondo Beach Elks Lodge #1378 and the City of Redondo Beach host a Memorial Day Ceremony at 1 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial in Veterans Park. The service will be followed by a BBQ picnic open to the public and sponsored by the Redondo Beach Elks. The BBQ is free to all Veterans and members of the military services, fire personnel, and police officers. A $5 donation is requested of other attendees.Redondo Beach Elks Lodge is located at 300 The Esplanade, Redondo Beach. For more information go to RBVeteransmemorial.com.
Walk and Shop
Nature Walk with LA City Rangers and Native Plant Sale. Enjoy a family-oriented walk led by Los Angeles City Rangers. 10 a.m. nature walk, 12 – 2 p.m. plant sale at White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro. RSVP for the nature walk at pvplc.org.
Tuesday, May 31
South Bay Hike
A moderate, 1 ½ hour, 4 plus mile hike on the greenbelt and hilly streets of Hermosa and Manhattan Beach. Meet every Tuesday at 7 p.m. Departure at the parking lot near the Hermosa Valley school, 1645 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach. A good introductory hike for some of the more challenging hikes listed at angeles.sierraclub.org/activities. For more information, call Paul Rosenberger (310) 545-3531.
Wednesday, June 1
Bonjour
French Class every Wednesday morning from 10 – 11 a.m. No membership needed. $5 per class. Hermosa Community Center. 710 Pier Ave. Hermosa Beach. For information call Kambria Diers at (310) 318-0280 or email kdiers@hermosabch.org.
Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Manhattan Beach Library used book sale offers books from 50 cents to $1. DVD’s from $1. Proceeds provide programming funds for children, teens, and adults as well as books 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Manhattan Beach Library, community room, The front desk will accept your book donations. Manhattan Beach Library is located at 1320 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach.
Saturday, June 4
Japanese Bento Box
Join Yoko Isassi of Japanese Food Story demonstrates how to prepare Japanese Bento box lunches. For Adults and families. 2 – 3 p.m. Hermosa Beach Library, 550 Pier Avenue, Hermosa Beach. For more information, call (310) 379-8475 or visit Colapublib.org.
Cinderella Storybook Ballet
Cinderella is mistreated by her stepmother and two mean, jealous step-sisters. Find out how the story unfolds before the ‘happily ever after’ ending on Saturday from 2 – 5 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Tickets are $24. Call the Theatre Box Office at (310) 781-7171. For more information, visit southbayballet.org.
Volunteer
Do you enjoy our local nature and want to share it with others? Become a White Point Docent. No experience required, and training will be provided. Volunteers must be at least 18 of age and willing to submit a background check. Volunteers must attend a Training Orientation from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at White Point Nature Education Center and Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. Please RSVP by May 30th at pvplc.volunteerhub.com or pvplc.org.
