Friday

9/11 25th Anniversary (Carson): Celebrating Carson’s local heroes. Presented Carson. City Hall parking lot, 701 Carson St. 4-6 p.m. Information and to RSVP: 310-933-4140, bit.ly/CarsonHeroes.

9/11 25th Anniversary Remembrance: Battleship Iowa bow, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro. 10-11 a.m. 310-971-4462, pacificbattleship.com.

11th Annual Row for a Reason: Fundraiser benefitting Cancer Support Community South Bay. Body One Fitness, 201 Herondo St., Suite 100, Redondo Beach. 4-9 p.m. Also 7-11 a.m. Sept. 12. $50. Information and registration: 310-807-3727, shorturl.at/RArZn.

Cafecito and Connection: Health and wellness. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 3-4 p.m. Information: 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Beach Cafe Presents: Ladies of the ’80s. Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. Also 7:30 p.m. Sept. 12. $9-$24. shorturl.at/Co9Ly.

Deep Purple: With special Guest Kansas. F&M Bank Amphitheater, 1051 Queens Highway, Long Beach. 6 p.m. Starting at $24. Information and tickets: fmbamp.com.

Jigsaw Jam: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Information: 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Lunch and Learn: Finding the right therapist. Participants will learn practical tips for choosing the right mental health professional, understanding insurance coverage and accessing community resources. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. 12:30-2 p.m. Lunch: 12:30-1 p.m. Workshop: 1-2 p.m. Advance registration required. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Saturday

10th Anniversary Celebration: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Information: 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

10th Annual Craft Beer LB Fest: Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 N. Virginia Road, Long Beach. 1-5 p.m. $22.75 and up. Information: shorturl.at/B7Rr5.

Annual Pancake Breakfast: Hosted by Fire Station No. 1, 314 Main St., El Segundo. 8 a.m.-noon. Information: 310-524-2300.

Back to School Drive: Presented by Rotaract South Bay benefiting Richard Henry Dana Middle School. Tommy Atticus, 1700 Aviation Blvd., Redondo Beach. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: rotaractsouthbay@gmail.com

Class is in Session: Presented by April’s Fools Improv Comedy Troupe. Pier Avenue Second Story Theater, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. 7:30 p.m. $12; $10 for seniors. Information and tickets: 310-318-1705, AprilsFoolsImprov.com.

Community Voter Education Event: Adult literacy. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information: 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Cuentos De La Familia: Presented by International City Theatre. Beverly O’Neill Theater, 330 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: ictlongbeach.org.

Cumbia Nights: Featuring Cello Azul and the Psychedelic Orchestra. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 8:30 p.m. $13 and up. Information: 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.

Mini Succulent Arrangements: Arts and crafts. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 2-3 p.m. Information: 562-570-1042, longbeach.gov/library.

Moompetam American Indian Festival: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Also 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 13. $34.95-$49.95. Information: 562-590-3100, ext. 0, aquariumofpacific.org.

Native Plant Sales: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon Nature Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Nature Club for Kids: Reptiles. Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. White Point Nature Preserve, 1600 W. Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rolling Hills Estates. 9 a.m. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Agua Amarga Reserve, Rock Park Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Paint and Sip: For ages 13 and up. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Drive. 2-3 p.m. Information and registration: 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.

Roadmap to College: Teen program. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. North Branch Library, 2000 Artesia Blvd. 1-2 p.m. Information: 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.

Rooted in What Carries Us: Opening reception of Native and Indigenous artists. Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St., Bldg. A, San Pedro. 2-4 p.m. Runs through Oct. 24. Information and registration: shorturl.at/NtGfV.

The Baby-Sitters Club Bash: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 1-2:30 p.m. Information: 310-377-9584, pvld.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

5th Annual California Turkish Festival: Presented by the Association of Turkish Americans of Southern California. Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: atasc.org.

Alyssa Allgood Quartet: Cabaret Jazz Supper Club. Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Harlyne J. Norris Pavilion, 501 Indian Peak Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 4:15, supper club. 5:15 p.m., show. $159; $95 for show only. Information: 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.

Bernie Pearl and Friends: “The Blues is a Story.” Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 4 p.m. $40 at the door. Information: 310-833-4813, grandvision.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. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society: “Succulents: A Botanical History Tour,” featuring Sandy Masuo, botanical content specialist at The Huntington. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 2 p.m. Information: southcoastcss.org.

Women’s Circle Group: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living Teen Room, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 12:30 p.m. Information: 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

Monday

Beginning Bead Embroidery: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m. Information: 562-570-1047, 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.

Fall Food Garden Planning/Q&A (virtual):  Participants will learn practical guidance for planning and growing a thriving fall garden, including seasonal and succession planting, feeding plants and making the most of available garden space. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 5:30-6:30 p.m. To join this online workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Long Beach Amateur Orchid Society: Featuring Dr. Kristin Uthus. St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church, 6201 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 7 p.m. Information: lbaos.org.

South Bay Camera Club: Critique featuring VietNam-based professional photographer Jullian Elliot. Torrance Airport Administration Building, 3301 Airport Drive, Torrance. 7 p.m. Information: sbccphotos.org, donstouder@ca.rr.com.

Tuesday

Business Owners’ Sisterhood Social: Presented by the Women’s Business Council of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. The Wicked Wolf, 2332 Pacific Ave., Long Beach. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Information and registration: shorturl.at/hYQBm.

Frontiers in Addiction Series: “When Pleasure Becomes a Problem: Understanding Problematic Sexual Digital Media Use,” featuring Stefanie L. Carnes, clinical sexologist and marriage and family therapist. Presented by Thelma McMillen Recovery Center. 9-10:30 a.m. Information and registration: shorter.gg/pqZdcz.

Lemonade with Your Liberians: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 6-7 p.m. Information: 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

Reading Buddies: Reading program. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 4-5 p.m. Information and registration: 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.

Virtual Author Talk: “The Art of Fighting: Building Better, Stronger Relationships,” featuring acclaimed facilitator Priya Parker. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 1-2 p.m. Information: 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

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

Arte que Brilla: Mexican tin art. For ages 6 to 12 years. Vida Latina. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 3-4 p.m. Information: 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

Bohannon Lecture Series: “Gardening for Wildlife: How Native Plants Support our Local Ecosystem,” featuring Sachy Huerta, communications and outreach coordinator for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Information: 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

Crafternoon: Pura Belpre. Vida Latina. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Information: 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov/library.

Flower Crowns: Vida Latina. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 4-5 p.m. Information: 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.

Learn Sashiko Embroidery: For ages 13 and up. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 4-5 p.m. Information: 562-570-1038, longbeach.gov/library.

PVP Village Info Session: Meet PVP Village members and volunteers and learn about the PVP Village, its enriching social and intellectual activities and volunteer support. Peninsula Center Library, 11 a.m. Information: 310-991-3324, peninsulavillagepvp@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. Information: 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.

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. Information: 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.

Hangmen: By Martin McDonagh. Directed by Carl DaSilva. Presented by Long Beach Playhouse. Studio Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $20-$27. Runs through Sept. 26. Information: 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.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. Information: 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 Bridge Club: For beginners and intermediate players. Located at 21400 Narbonne Ave., Lomita. Tuesdays with instructor Gerri Soffa-Carlson. 10 a.m.-noon. 310-325-7222.

South Bay Film Society Showing: “Ha-chan, Shake Your Booty.” Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. Wednesday, Sept. 23. 6:50-8:50 p.m. southbayfilmsociety.com.

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

The Swan: By Elizabeth Egloff. Directed by Rory Cowan. The Garage Theatre, 251 E. Seventh St., Long Beach. $23-$40. Runs through Sept. 26. Information and tickets: thegaragetheatre.org.

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. Information: 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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