Friday

A Christmas Carol: By Charles Dickens. Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Ave. 8 p.m. Also 8 p.m. Dec. 13 and 2 p.m. Dec. 14. $16.50. 562-997-1494, lbshakespeare.org.

Bedazzled Book Cover Craft: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 3-4:30 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.

Heroes and Olympians: A Percy Jackson Escape Room. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 3:30-4 p.m. and 4:30-5 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 551, pvld.org.

Nutcracker Storytime: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 562-570-1042, longbeach.gov/library.

Secret Santa: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $17.85. shorturl.fm/IdHUg.

Toddler Storytime: Winter special. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 10:15-11:15 a.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

Winter Kids Craft: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. 3-4:30 p.m. 562-570-1039, longbeach.gov/library.

Saturday

16th Annual Peak into the Past Tea: Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.

50th Annual Hmong New Year Festival: El Dorado Park Golden Grove Section, 7550 E. Spring St., Long Beach. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Also 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 14. 562-889-6063.

A.I.M: By Kyle Abraham. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 8 p.m. $38.75-$68.75. 562-985-7000, carpenterarts.org.

A Winter’s Night: Presented by the Long Beach Chorale and Chamber Orchestra. St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 4645 Woodruff Ave., Lakewood. 4 p.m. Also 4 p.m. Dec. 14. $40; $15 for students. longbeachchorale.org.

Community Toy Swap: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Crafters of a Certain Age: Handmade holidays. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. Noon-4:30 p.m. 562-570-1039, longbeach.gov/library.

Kids’ Quest for Shakespeare: For ages 7 and up. Jewel Box Children’s Theater Company, 2050 Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $35. astrotaber@gmail.com.

Krazy Krafts Day: The International Printing Museum, 315 W. Torrance Blvd., Carson. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 310-515-7166, printmuseum.org/kraft.

Music Day Hooray!: Holiday concert with teacher Davis. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 11 a.m.-noon. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

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

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

Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Ocean Trails Reserve, 1 Oceanaire Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Ornament Earring-Making Workshop: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 3-4 p.m. 562-570-1038, longbeach.gov/library.

Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Agua Amarge Reserve, 29200 Rock Park Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.volunteerhub.com/vv2.

Playreaders’ Theater: “A Christmas Carol.” Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 562-570-6729, longbeach.gov/library.

Saturday Social: Winter Keepsakes. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 2:30-4:30 p.m. 562-570-6959, longbeach.gov/library.

Sleepaway Camp: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 8:30 p.m. $23.18. shorturl.fm/qJPWW.

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.

Winter Wreaths: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 562-570-1042, longbeach.gov/library.

Sunday

Native Plant Garden Volunteer Event: Point Vicente Interpretive Center, 31501 Palos Verdes Drive West, Rancho Palos West. 10 a.m.-noon. Sign up at iwanttohelp@tidalinfluence.com.

Picture Bride: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 1 p.m. $23.18. shorturl.fm/IHq6F.

Storytime Tails: Tree Time. 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.

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 6 p.m. $9.31. shorturl.fm/TCoZm.

Women’s Circle Group: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 12:30 p.m. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.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): Online 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, Norma@CSCSouthBay.org or 310-376-3550.

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. 5:30-7:30 p.m. shorturl.at/mMbf0.

Gingerbread UFOs: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 5-6:30 p.m. 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

Bohannon Lecture Series: “Beware of Financial Crimes,” featuring a Malaga Bank security representative. 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.

Mutant Swinger from Mars: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. $17.85. shorturl.fm/ZPqBQ.

Percy Jackson: Camp Half Blood. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Miraleste Library, 29089 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 452, pvld.org.

Teen Cafe: Winter watercolor silhouette art. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.

The Silver Linings Trio: El Segundo Public Library, 111 W. Mariposa Ave. 5:30 p.m. 310-524-2728.

Vegan Potluck: Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 6-8 p.m. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

Upcoming

Eli Sharabi Talk: Featuring former hostage and author Eli Sharabi. Congregation Ner Tamid, 5721 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18. $36 for adults; $18 for students/free for youth under 18. Register at nertamid.com/EliSharabi. 310-377-6986, mcohn@nertamid.com.

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

19th Annual Nativity Exhibit: Entertaining angels. Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. Runs through Dec. 22. 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, Rolling Hills Estates. Through Jan. 3. pvld.org.

A Christmas Carol: Adapted from the novella by Charles Dickens. Directed by Carole Louise Nicholson. Presented by Long Beach Playhouse. Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $10-$35. Runs through Dec. 21. 562-494-1014, shorturl.fm/daHhs.

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 Friends of the Library 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.

Bridge, Supervised Play: Improve your bridge play with helpful mentors. Friendly game where you can ask questions while you play. No partner required. South Bay Bridge Club, 24100 Narbonne Ave., Lomita. 10 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. $5. 310-373-8166, SBBC.Club.manager@gmail.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.

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. From 9 a.m. to noon every second Saturday of the month at Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 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 Aveh. 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. Wednesday, Jan. 7. 6:50-9:05 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. 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: Games. The Bungalow, 6400, E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 7 p.m. Thursdays. 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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