Friday

2001: A Space Odyssey: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. Also 2:30 and 5:30 p.m. Jan. 3. $14.64. shorturl.fm/GRxzw.

Saturday

First Saturday Guided Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon Nature Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Gangs of New York: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 8:30 p.m. Also 3 and 6:30 p.m. Jan. 4, and 11:30 a.m. Jan. 5. $14.64. shorturl.fm/6mPOR.

Good Old Blues: Featuring Robert Dean. Hellada Gallery, 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach. 7-9 p.m. shorturl.fm/PCxNg.

Guided Nature Walk: Learn about the innovations and restoration of these long-degraded wetland areas. 8-10 a.m. The walk is for ages seven and up. Meet at the corner of PHC and First Street in Seal Beach. Information and to RSVP: elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org.

K-Pop Fan Fest: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 2:30-4 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.

Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Abalone Cove Reserve, 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, RPV. 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Phone Photography: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 1-2 p.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Wandering Jews Hike: Saturday afternoon hikes on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Most hikes are easy or moderately difficult, taking 1-2 hours. Adults, kids, seniors and dogs are welcome. Information: wanderingjewscnt@gmail.com for the meeting time and place.

Sunday

Beach Clean-up: Presented by Aquarium of the Pacific. Alamitos Beach, 780 E. Shoreline Drive. 9-11 a.m. Sign up at aquariumofpacific.org.

Storytime: Rowdy Raccoons. Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Education Center, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Monday

Conversational Spanish: Presented by Peninsula Seniors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, RHE. 1:45-3 p.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

Music Together: Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway. 11:30 a.m.-noon. 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.

Tuesday

Grateful Gathering: With Valeria Chow, life coach and facilitator. Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, RPV. 9:30-11 a.m. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.

Movie and Game Day: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m.  562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Virtual Social Hour: With Beach Cities Health District care managers. 10-11 a.m. bchd-org.zoom.us/j/87651635014.

Yoga Class: With Dayna Lemieux. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 11 a.m.-noon. $10 per class. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

Wednesday

Bohannon Lecture Series: “The Baroque Art Period (Part Two),” featuring Ann and Lee Strong. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, RHE. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

First Wednesday Bird Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Education Center, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 9 a.m.  310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

First Wednesdays: “Whales of Hope: From Near Extinction to Climate Guardians,” featuring Holly S. Lohuis. Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 7-9 p.m. $8-$10. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org.

Good Morning, Palos Verdes Networking 2026: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce. Good Stuff, 550 Deep Valley Drive, RHE. 8-9:30 p.m. $25 for members; $35 for prospective members and guests. 310-377-8111, palosverdeschamber.com.

Labyrinth Walk: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. Noon-1 p.m. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

New Year’s Sip and Stroll: Starting location: Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Academy Center, 4040 Palos Verdes Drive North, Suite 205, RHE. 4-6 p.m. $15 for members; $20 for non-members. 310-377-8111, palosverdeschamber.com.

Upcoming

FC Barcelona Soccer Camp: Toyota Sports Complex, 555 Maple Ave., Torrance. July 6-10. Register at fcbarcelona.us/locations/los-angeles. Use the code FCBLASOUTH50 to enjoy a $50 discount on your registration.

Psychic Medium: Featuring Bill Philipps. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 2-4 p.m. Jan. 17. $52. billphilipps.com.

Ongoing

19th Annual Nativity Exhibit: Entertaining angels. Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, RPV. Runs through Jan. 4. 310-377-4867, ext. 258, shorturl.fm/alGI1.

2025 Annual Community Art Show: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, RHE. Through Saturday, Jan. 3. pvld.org.

Art of Wood Carving: Presented by California Carvers Guild. Meets from 8 a.m. to noon every Monday and Wednesday. Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St., Room 207, Long Beach. 562-570-3500.

Blankets of Love: Weekly knitting/crocheting baby blankets for those in need in the L.A. area. Joslyn Center, 1601 N. Valley Drive, Manhattan Beach. 3-5 p.m. Thursdays. blanketsoflovesouthbay.com.

Book Sales: Hosted by Peninsula Library Friends Foundation every first Friday to Sunday (10 a.m.-5 p.m) of the month at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, RHE. Every third Friday and Saturday (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 310-377-9584, ext. 253. Malaga Cove Library: 310-377-9584, ext. 553, pvldfriends.org.

Club of Harps: The harmonica club for all skill levels meets every Wednesday and Thursday at the Long Beach Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St. 1:30-3 p.m. Information: clubofharps.org.

Dance Fitness: With Ziann. Lincoln Park, 101 Pacific Ave., Long Beach. 1-2 p.m. Fridays. 562-570-3551.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance: Peer-based support group for people dealing with mood disorders. Meetings are available on Zoom and in person. Information: Scott, 310-497-8801 or woodscott516@yahoo.com; Peggy, 310-548-3457; or dbsasouthbay.org.

Divorce Workshop: Presented by The Law Offices of Kevin J. Kensik. For people who need help connecting with legal, financial and emotional professionals who specialize in divorce. Meets from 9 a.m. to noon every second Saturday of the month at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, RHE. 310-891-2300.

Little Timers/Big Timers Bereavement Support Groups: An eight-week grief support program for children ages 5-7 and ages 8-11 and their parents/guardians/caregivers who have experienced the death of a family member within the last two years. Presented by Taking Time: South Bay. Beach Cities Health District Building, 514 N. Prospect Ave., Suite L6, Redondo Beach. 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays through Jan.  7. 424-634-1956, takingtime.org.

Mindfulness Class for Kids: Offered by Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. Through free play, art, guided visualization and affirmation, kids are taught the power they already have within themselves to create a life they love. 11 a.m.-noon Sundays. Information: 310-540-5080 or office@redondocsl.org.

NAMI South Bay: Family and peer support groups for mental illness are meeting virtually at this time. Information on times and dates: namisouthbay.com; or Paul Stansbury, pstans5@aol.com.

Overeaters Anonymous: First Christian Church, 2930 El Dorado St., Room 9, Torrance. 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-529-5708.

Riley’s Red Wagon: Book swap open daily (unless it’s raining). 9 a.m. until dark. 3040 E. First St. First-time guests can have five free books. justinrudd.com/cat.html.

Shoreline Speaker’s Toastmasters: For more than 30 years, Shoreline Speakers Toastmasters has provided a supportive and positive environment for people to become confident public speakers and strong leaders. Visitors are welcome. 7-8 a.m. every first and third Wednesday on Zoom. Information and to receive a meeting link: jgrobaty@gmail.com.

Social Skills Classes: For adolescents and young adults. Presented by We Are Team Us. Social weekly sessions, 4-5 p.m. Mondays. PEERS for Adolescents, 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Hermosa Beach Community Center, 710 Pier Ave. Information: 424-241-0058, contact@weareteamus.co or weareteamus.co.

South Bay Film Society Showing: “No Other Choice.” AMC Rolling Hills, 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance. 6:50-9:05 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7. southbayfilmsociety.com.

Tango Lesson: With Sharna. Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Company, 230 Pine Ave., Long Beach. 6:45 p.m. every Wednesday. sharnafabiano.com/tango.

Toastmasters Club 280: Levy Torrance Adult School, 3420 W. 229th Place. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. 310-532-1209.

TOPS (Long Beach): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. 562-278-5603.

TOPS (South Bay): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The Harbor Church, 25401 S. Western Ave., Lomita. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. 310-378-2920.

Trivia Night: The Bungalow, 6400, E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. every Thursday. thebungalow.com/long-beach.

Welcome Orientation: Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Participants will be given a virtual tour of the community and learn about the many free programs that CSC South Bay offers for cancer patients and their loved ones. To register for this virtual meeting, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. 11 a.m, every Monday and Friday. Information: Norma Gonzalez, cancer support navigator, Norma@CSCSouthbay.org or 310-376- 3550.

– Compiled by Robert Doss

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