Friday

Black History Month Art: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 2:30-4:30 p.m. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

Book Sale: Presented by Peninsula Library Friends Foundation. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Also10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 20. plffoundation.org.

Black History Month Preschool Storytime: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 10:30-11:15 a.m. 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov/library.

Hollywood Creative: Television directing workshop. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 4-5:30 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 215, pvld.org.

Lunch and Learn: Sleep strategies. The session will explore the importance of sleep and practical strategies to support deeper, more restorative rest, including adjustments to daily routines, breathing and meditation practices and supplement considerations. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Torrance. 12:30-2 p.m. 12:30-1 p.m., lunch. 1-2 p.m., workshop. Advance registration is required. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Take Out: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 and 10:15 p.m. Also 2, 4 and 6 p.m. Feb. 21. $17.85. shorturl.fm/GPowG.

Women’s Recovery Weekend Retreat: Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. From 6 p.m. Friday to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22. $195-$450. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.

Warming Hearts: Hosted by First United Methodist Church Redondo Beach, 243 S. Broadway. 6-8 p.m.310-372-8445, beachfaith.com.

Saturday

16th Annual Women’s Heart and Stroke Seminar: Presented by MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. Houssels Forum, 2801 Atlantic Ave. 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $25 registration fee. shorturl.fm/x1DSq.

30-minute Beach Clean-up: Presented by Justin Rudd and the Community Action Team. Meet at Granada Avenue and Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach. 9:30 and 10 a.m. justinrudd.com.

African American Festival: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Also 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 22. Free with cost of admission. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org.

Annual Gala and Silent Auction: In support of educational programs at the Jewish Community Center. Jewish Community Center of the South Bay, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 8 p.m. 310-214-4999, shorturl.fm/IenYz.

Annual Lenten Retreat: Hosted by Catholic Daughters of America, Court of Our Lady of Victory. St. James Church, 415 Vincent St., Redondo Beach. 9 a.m.-noon. Mass starts at 8 a.m. lisa_malgeri@yahoo.com.

Becoming Basquiat: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-1046, longbeach.gov/library.

Black History Month Book Club: For adults. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Alamitos Neighborhood Library, 1836 E. Third St. Noon-1 p.m. 562-570-1037, longbeach.gov/library.

Citizenship Education Workshop: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 1-3 p.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

College Prep with Future Insight College Consulting: For grades 6 through 12. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. North Branch Library, 2000 Artesia Blvd. 1-2 p.m. 310-318-0677.

Community Scan Day: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 562-570-6837, longbeach.gov/library.

Community Science: Cactus wren monitoring training: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Meet at 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.volunteerhub.com/vv2.

CSULB Community Gospel Choir Concert: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Bethany Church, 2250 Clark Ave., Long Beach. 11:30 a.m. shorturl.fm/zAXqb.

Cumbia Nights: Featuring Cara Borracho. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Starting at $13. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.

Drum Circle: With James Matthews. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 2-4 p.m.562-570-6729, longbeach.gov/library.

Family Bingo: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 3-4 p.m. 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.

Guided Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Legomania: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10 a.m.-noon. 310-377-9584, ext. 452, pvld.org.

Lunar New Year Celebration: Presented by 2nd & PCH, 6480 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. Noon-4 p.m. shorturl.fm/gsyNr.

Paper Circuit Traffic Light: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 1-3 p.m. 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Prince of Broadway: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 8 p.m. Also 3, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Feb. 22. $17.85. shorturl.fm/ipyUf.

Signal Hill Rotary Mutt Run: Starting at the Granada Launch Ramp, 1 S. Granada Ave., Long Beach. 8:30 a.m. shorturl.fm/06Oe5.

Sounds of Laurel Canyon: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. 8 p.m. $35-$45. 310-781-7171, torrancearts.org.

Volunteer Trail Watch Training: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Fred Hesse, Jr. Community Park McTaggart Hall, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.volunteerhub.com/vv2.

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

2026 Afro-Latinx Family Festival: Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 562-437-1689, molaa.org.

Living History Museum of African American Heroes: Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Rolling Hills/Palos Verdes Alumnae Chapter. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 2-3 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.

Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 9 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Strings Chamber Ensemble Concert: “Valentine’s Concert.” Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 3 p.m. Starting at $31.54. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.

Torrance Antique Street Faire: Come enjoy the hunt for vintage treasures when more than 200 sellers transform the streets of downtown Torrance into an eclectic open-air antique flea market. At 1317 Sartori Ave. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 310-328-6107.

Monday

Black Film Marathon: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 3-7 p.m. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

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.

South Bay Camera Club: “Travel Architecture,” featuring Julian Elliot. Torrance Airport Administration Building, 3301 Airport Drive. 7 p.m. sbccphotos.org, donstouder@ca.rr.com.

The Blade: Presented by Big Bad Film Fest. Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $17.85. shorturl.fm/9F1zH.

Tuesday

Best and Worst Ways to Cope with Stress (virtual): Participants will learn about effective strategies for coping with stress, including the difference between positive distraction and avoidance. 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.

Heart Health Physician Lecture: With Dr. Jack W.R. Aguilar. Presented by Beach Cities Health District. Center for Health and Fitness Clubhouse, 514 N. Prospect Ave., Redondo Beach. 11 a.m.-noon. shorturl.fm/4pOMS.

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.

Virtual Author Talk: “The History Behind the World’s Largest Museum: In Conversation with the Smithsonian.” Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-6128, longbeach.gov/library.

Wednesday

Bohannon Lecture Series: “Two Steel Survivors,” featuring historian Jim Shneer. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

Centering Prayer Group (virtual): “Improving Our Relationship with God.” Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 7:30 p.m. 310-377-4867, maryjoseph.org.

Computer Confidence Course: “Navigating the PC.” Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. Noon-2 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org.

Guest Artist Rixiang Huang: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 3 p.m. shorturl.fm/zAXqb.

Long Beach Young Professionals Networking Mixer: Presented by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Hotel Maya, 700 Queensway Drive. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $15 for members; $35 for non-members. shorturl.fm/ExOBL.

South Coast Orchid Society: “Cymbidiums Love Long Beach.” Whaley Park Community Center, 5620 E. Atherton St. 7-9 p.m. southcoastorchidsociety@gmail.com.

Stress and Emotions (virtual): The session will explore the connection between emotions, the body and the mind, and why recognizing and regulating emotions is important for overall well-being. 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.

Transforming Lawns: “A Sustainable Approach.” Presented by West Basin Municipal Water District. Rolling Hills City Hall, 2 Portuguese Bend Road, Rolling Hills. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. RSVP at bit.ly/3Lqy357.

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.

Women Building Careers: Looking for a new job or looking to boost your career? Discover your strengths, improve your networking, update your resume and cover letter with AI tools and sharpen your interview skills. St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 301 Avenue D, Redondo Beach. 9 a.m.-noon March 14, 21 and 28. To register: deanna.wilbanks4@gmail.com.

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.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: A Conservatory Main Stage Production. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. $32; $18 for youth 17 and younger. Runs through March 1. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.

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.

Gem of the Ocean: By August Wilson and directed by Rovin Jay. Long Beach Playhouse Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $35. Runs through March 21. 562-494-1014, shorturl.fm/rGOFK.

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change: Book and lyrics by Joe DiPietro. Music by Jimmy Roberts. Presented by International City Theatre. Beverly O’Neill Theater, 330 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach. 7:30 p.m., Feb. 19-21; 2 p.m., Feb. 22. $44-$59. 562-436-4610, shorturl.fm/rD2qT.

Man of La Mancha: Dream the impossible dream. By Dale Wasserman. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Arterton St., Long Beach. Starting at $35. Runs through March. 1. 562-856-1999, shorturl.fm/PZntt.

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: 2026 Oscar live action shorts. Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Noon-9 p.m. southbayfilmsociety.com.

Take Off Pounds Sensible: Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays. 562-278-5603.

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

Team Taiko Drum Class: Winter session. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays through March 30. $13-$28 per class. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.

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. yarnangelssb@gmail.com or yarnangels.wix.com/yarnangelssouthbay.

– Compiled by Robert Doss

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