Friday
Alma Thomas Paper Collage Craft: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. 3-4 p.m. 562-570-1039, longbeach.gov/library.
Cantina Comedy Club: Riviera Mexican Cantina, 207 N. Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach. 8-9:30 p.m. $33.85. shorturl.fm/Ghq8m.
Opening Reception: Art exhibition featuring the Redondo Beach Arts Group. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library Gallery and Garden, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. Exhibit runs through March 24. 4-7 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 551, pvld.org.
Preschool Storytime: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Alamitos Neighborhood Library, 1836 E. Third St. 10:30-11 a.m. 562-570-1037, longbeach.gov/library.
So I Married an Axe Murderer: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 5:30, 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $14.64. shorturl.fm/v9rZa.
The Nightcaps: “My Funny Valentine” concert. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 8 p.m. Starting at $28.43. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.
Saturday
A 3-D Journey: With Jim Gardner. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 2-4 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.
Aebleskiever Breakfast/Bazaar: Hosted by the San Pedro Harbor Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, 1640 W. Ninth St., San Pedro. 8 a.m.-noon. $12; $7 for children. 310-324-2020.
A Tribute to Barbra Streisand: Starring Sharon Owens. Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 8 p.m. $53-$97. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.
Black History Lecture: Featuring Charlene E. Green, A.K.A. Hustle Diva. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway. 2-3 p.m. 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.
Black Mosaic: Presented by Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-3145.
Classic Car and Motorcycle Show: Presented by Long Beach Museum of Art, 356 E. Third St. 2-7 p.m. shorturl.fm/N15tF.
Endless Love: A Valentine’s Day concert. Presented by Long Beach Symphony. Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $39. longbeachsymphony.org.
Gardening Lecture: “Bugs that Benefit: Harnessing Natural Pest Control and Pollinators,” with SanChan. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 5-6 p.m. 310-377-9584, pvld.org.
Heart of Gold: The music of Neil Young. Presented by Grand Vision Foundation. Grand Annex, 434 W. Sixth St., San Pedro. 4 p.m. Starting at $31.54. 310-833-4813, grandvision.org.
Holding Liat: Art Theatre, 2025 E. Fourth St., Long Beach. 11 a.m. Also 11 a.m. Feb. 15. $11-$13. 562-438-5435, arttheatrelongbeach.org.
Love on the Rocks: Presented by April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe. Pier Avenue Second Story Theater, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. 7:30 p.m. $12/$10 for seniors. 310-318-1705, AprilsFoolsImprov.com.
Mindfulness as Medicine: Workshop exploring how mindfulness can reduce stress, improve focus and support the body during cancer treatment and remission. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Noon-2 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Native Plant Sales: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon Nature Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.
Nature Club: Rocks and Fossils. 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.
Opening Reception: “Species of Magic: From the Studio of W.S. Milner.” Curated by Phoebe Barnum and Susan Davis. Angels Gate Cultural Center, 3601 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro. 2-4 p.m. Runs through March 21. RSVP at shorturl.fm/PLzgx.
Outdoor Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. Abalone Cove Reserve, 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes. 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.
Quilt Show: “Celebrating the Seasons.” Presented by South Bay Quilters Guild. Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Also 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feb. 15. shorturl.fm/7Brwd.
Revelations: Featuring the West Coast Wind Symphony. Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 1 Sea Hawk Way. 7 p.m. $22-$45. shorturl.fm/MeUiP.
Titanic: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 3 and 7 p.m. Also 3 p.m. Feb. 15 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 16. $14.64. shorturl.fm/rqg3j.
Valentine’s Day Couple’s Dinner/Mini Retreat: With Rev. Jim Clarke. Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes. 5-9 p.m. $75 per person. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.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
21st Annual Bulldog Beauty Contest: Presented by Justin Rudd and the Community Action Team. Granada Boat Launch, 5000 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 9 a.m. justinrudd.com.
A Whale of a Story: “Be Brave and Be Kind Special Book Reading.” 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.
Hearts of Soul: Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Starting at $39. shorturl.fm/aGy6O.
Long Beach Antique Market: Veterans Stadium, 4901 E. Conant St., Long Beach. 5:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $10; $15 for early admission. longbeachantiquemarket.com.
Kid’s Quest for Shakespeare: Sponsored by Astro Taber Arts in Schools. Jewel Box Children’s Theater, 2050 Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. shorturl.fm/6Om5o.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: Del Valle Park Activity Room, 5939 Henrilee St., Lakewood. 1 p.m. franitkoff@cs.com.
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.
Tchaikovsky’s Farewell: Presented by Peninsula Symphony. Redondo Union High School Auditorium, 510 Vincent St. 5 p.m. 310-544-0320, pensym.org.
Tribute to Black Artists: Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7 p.m. shorturl.fm/zAXqb.
Valentine’s Sweets and Sips Festival: Presented by Belmont Shore Business Association. Located at 5200 E. Second St., Long Beach. Noon-4 p.m. Tickets start at $15. shorturl.fm/dNxNS.
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.
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. Register at shorturl.fm/NqB04.
Frontiers In Addiction Lecture Series (virtual): “When Family Enmeshment Leads to Ambivalence and Betrayal in Adult Romantic Relationships: Helping Clients Unburden Inappropriate Guilt and Obligation,” featuring Kenneth Adams, licensed psychologist. Presented by the Thelma McMillen Recovery Center. 9-10:30 a.m. shorturl.fm/kSmbP.
Mana Lunar New Year Celebration: Presented by Long Beach City College. Liberal Arts Campus T1200, 4901 E. Carson St. Noon-2 p.m. shorturl.fm/BJYNo.
Optimizing Your Nutrition During Cancer Treatment (virtual): Workshop exploring how mindfulness can reduce stress, improve focus and support the body during cancer treatment and remission. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 6-7 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.
Salsa Dance Class: Presented by 2nd & PCH, 6400 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 6-9 p.m. 2ndandpch.com.
Tea Blending Workshop: El Segundo Public Library, 111 W. Mariposa Ave. 6 p.m. 310-524-2728.
Toddler Time: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Drive. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 562-570-1045, 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
After School Storytime: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 1-2 p.m. 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.
Artist of the Month: Norman Lewis in honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 Britton Drive. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.
Bohannon Lecture Series: “The Four Gentlemen: Flowers, Seasons, and the Spirit of Chinese Painting,” featuring Sherry Shih. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.
Computer Confidence Course: “Desktop Computer Basics.” 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.
Crafternoon: In honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 3:30-4:30 p.m. 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov/library.
Hearts and Dust: Ash Wednesday service. St. Peter’s by the Sea Church, 6410 Palos Verdes Drive South, 4:45 p.m. 310-377-6882.
Long Beach Garden Club: “Best Practices for a Healthy Garden” by Teri Wohlgemuth and Stephanie Prien, University of California Garden Program Leads. St. Gregory’s Church, 6201 E. Willow St., Long Beach. 9:45-noon.
Mask Art: Inspired by Kimmy Cantrell in honor of Black History Month. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m. 562-570-1047, longbeach.gov/library.
Vegan Potluck: Bring a vegan dish to share. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living Richelieu Hall, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 6-8 p.m. 310-540-5080.
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, 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.
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.
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: “Colors of Time.” Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30-9:05 p.m. Feb. 18. 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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