Things to do in the Long Beach, South Bay areas, Jan. 30-Feb. 5 – Daily Breeze

Friday

Anything But Broadway: Presented by The Studio Collaborative and Little Renegade Productions. Long Beach Playhouse Studio Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. Jan. 31 and 2 p.m. Feb. 1. $20. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

Dinner in America: With director Adam Carter Rehmeier. Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $17.85. shorturl.fm/aChce.

Inspirational Shabbat Dinner and Farbrengen: Featuring renowned activist Rabbi Moshe Rubashkin. Jewish Community Center of the South Bay, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. Service at 5 p.m. Dinner at 6 p.m. 310-214-4999.

Miles Electric Band: Celebrating the Miles Davis centennial. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 8 p.m. $38.75-$58.75. 562-985-7000, carpenterarts.org.

New Year, New Voice (virtual): Self-advocacy in health care. The program will address common scenarios such as exams, second opinions, interpreter requests and accessing resources. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Noon-1 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Silent Disco: Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway. 8:30 p.m. $21.20. queenmary.com.

Stay and Play: Health and wellness. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

Saturday

5th Annual El Porto Surf Contest: El Porto, 100 42nd St., Manhattan Beach. 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $94.55-$157.25. Register at southbayboardriders.org/surf-series.

Bibliotherapy: Health and wellness. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 2-3:30 p.m. 562-570-6366, longbeach.gov/library.

Charo: Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 8 p.m. $43.75-$53.75. 562-985-7000, carpenterarts.org.

Children’s Day Celebration: Presented by Agape Children’s Museum. Ability First Educational Center, 3770 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. agapechildrensmuseum.org.

Crash Out Queens: A Tiffany Townsend Recital. Presented by Long Beach Opera. Altar Society, 230 Pine Ave. 7:30 p.m. Also 4 p.m., Feb. 1. $95. longbeachopera.org.

Create Your Own Stickers: Arts and crafts. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. Noon-2 p.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Dive into Parenting: Parent play date. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 Britton Drive. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 562-570-5644, longbeach.gov/library.

Magic Rocks: Starring world-renowned illusionist Leon Etienne. Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 3 and 7:30 p.m. $45-$70. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.

Outdoor Yoga: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Run for Myles: Presented by Rancho Palos Verdes. Point Vicente Interpretive Center, 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West. 8-10 a.m. $64.60. Information and to register: runformyles.com.

Tchaikovsky and Strauss: Presented by Long Beach Symphony. Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. with pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m. $39 and up. 562-436-3203, ext. 1, longbeachsymphony.org.

Tech Help: Adult literacy. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 10 a.m.-noon. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

The Four Gentlemen: Flowers, seasons and the spirit of Chinese painting, presented by Sherry Shih. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org.

The Makers Hive Market: 2nd & PCH, 6480 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 2ndandpch.com.

Together We Are …: Youth art showcase. Presented by Indivisible Arts. Resin, 618 Cypress Ave., Hermosa Beach. 4-9 p.m. RSVP at indivisiblearts.org.

Valentine to the Viola da Gamba: Presented by Musica Angelica. First Congregational Church of Long Beach, 241 Cedar Ave. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Starting at $40. musicaangelica.org.

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

Chili Cook-off: Culture Brewing, 327 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach. Noon-4 p.m. $20. shorturl.fm/F4TzX.

Corner Garden Plein Air Workshop: Watercolor pencils on paper. Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 9-11 a.m. $5. 562-437-1689, molaa.org.

Edith Knox Competition Finals: Presented by Peninsula Symphony. Redondo Union High School, 510 Vincent St. Information: 310-544-0320, pensym.org or music.pensym@verizon.net.

Liturgy Lab: “Celebrating the Feminine in God,” featuring Rev. Jason Shelby as Celebrant. St. Francis Episcopal Church, 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates. 5 p.m. Information:  310-375-4617 or shelley.reece@stfrancispalosverdes.org.

Quartet: Featuring oboe, violin, viola and cello. Presented by Up Close and Classical. St. Cornelius Catholic Church, 5500 W. Wardlow Road, Long Beach. 4 p.m. upcloseandclassical.com.

South Bay Bromeliad Association: “Botanical Garden Transformation,” featuring Ken Simpson from La Ballona Valley Bromeliad Society. 1:30 p.m. 310-541-4185.

Storytime: Wise whales. 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.

Venture Highway: “The Music of America Tribute.” Presented by Chin Chin Entertainment and Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex Music Hall, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 4 p.m. $43.45. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.

Monday

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

Young Cancer Survivorship Group (virtual): Networking group for young adults diagnosed with cancer before their early 40s. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 6-7:30 p.m. To join, visit CSCSouthBay.org and click the “Getting Started” button to attend a welcome orientation. Information: Norma Gonzalez, 310-376-3550 or Norma@CSCSouthBay.org.

Tuesday

Grateful Gathering: Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9:30-11 a.m. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.

Toddler Time: Sing, talk, move. Designed for children under 2.5 years old. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 Britton Drive. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.

Valentine’s Day Cards: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 4-6 p.m. 562-570-5756, longbeach.gov/library.

Valentine’s Kids Club: Presented by 2nd & PCH. On Seaport Way, 6400 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 10 a.m. 2ndandpch.com.

Virtual Mindfulness Drop-in: Presented by Beach Cities Health District. 4-4:30 p.m. Register at bchd.org/mindfulness.

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: “Model Railroading Saved My Life,” featuring Ron Varnell. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

Black Stories: Page to Screen. In celebration of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 3-6 p.m. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

Bob Cole Conservatory Symphony Orchestra: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8.75-$23.75. shorturl.fm/zAXqb.

First Wednesdays: “Water and Weather Extremes on a Warming Planet: The California Experience” presented by Dr. Daniel Swain. Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 7-9 p.m. $8 for advance online reservations; $10 day of. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org.

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

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

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.

Ongoing

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, Rolling Hills Estates. 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; dbsasouthbay.org.

Go Back For Murder: By Agatha Christie and directed by Philip Brickey. Long Beach Playhouse Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $20-32. Runs through Feb. 7. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

Julius Caesar: Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Ave. $31.50; $21.50 for students. Runs through Feb. 7. 562-997-1494, lbshakespeare.org.

Lost in Yonkers: By Neil Simon. Presented by Kentwood Players. Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Los Angeles. Runs through Feb. 7. $21-$25. 310-645-5156, kentwoodplayers.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.

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: “The President’s Cake.” AMC Rolling Hills, 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance. 7-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4. 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): 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.

Yarn Angels South Bay: A charity group that crochets/knits/quilts/sews articles for multiple local charities. Meets second and fourth Monday of the month at St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church, 24027 Pennsylvania Ave., Lomita. 6-8 p.m. New members and yarn/fabric donations are welcome. Information: yarnangelssb@gmail.com or yarnangels.wix.com/yarnangelssouthbay.

– Compiled by Robert Doss

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