Friday

2026 Tryst: Hosted by Del Amo Crossing, 21535 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance. Noon-6 p.m. Also noon-6 p.m. Aug. 7-8. shorturl.at/ZX1Wl.

Book Sale: Presented by Peninsula Library Friends Foundation. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Also 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Aug. 8,9. plffoundation.org.

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

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

Instrument Petting Zoo for Kids: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Midsummer Scream: Halloween and horror convention. Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. 6-10 p.m. Also 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 8 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 9. Starting at $26. midsummerscream.org.

Movies in the Park: “Goat.” Sponsored by Signal Hill Petroleum and Partners of Parks. MacArthur Park, 1321 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach. 6:30-9:30 p.m. 562-570-3100.

Soleil’s Sea Lion Celebration: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Drive. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.

Sound Series: Presented by Terranea Resort. Friday: Coriander. Saturday: Remix. 7-10 p.m. Nelson’s Sunset Bluff, 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes. shorturl.at/94ArU.

Saturday

Auditions: Ages 4 to adult. “The Nutcracker,” presented by the San Pedro City Ballet. San Pedro Ballet School, 1231 S. Pacific Ave. Noon-3 p.m. 310-732-1861. Register at shorturl.at/PjNhO.

Be Pawsitive: Health and wellness. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 2-3:30 p.m. 562-570-1046, longbeach.gov/library.

Game Time: Fools vs. fools. Presented by April’s Fools Comedy Improv Troupe. Pier Avenue Second Story Theater (inside Community Center), 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. 7:30 p.m. $12; $10 for seniors. 310-318-1705, AprilsFoolsImprov.com.

Getting Jiggy With It: Jigsaw puzzle team challenge. Presented by Summer @ PVLD. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 2-4 p.m. 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org.

Movies in the Park: “Hoppers.” Presented by Rancho Palos Verdes. Ken Dyda Center, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. Activities begin at 7 p.m. rpvca.gov/parks.

Native Plant Sales: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon, 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.

Ocean Investigators: Mammals. Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 9-11 a.m. $38/$32 for members. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org.

Opening Reception: “Hanji Threads of Tradition and Innovation” exhibition. Traditional Korean attire hanbok show. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 3-5 p.m. Exhibit runs through Sept. 22. 310-377-9584, ext. 551, pvld.org.

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

Poetry Workshop: Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.

Summer of Music: Featuring Alarmaz (Reggae). Presented by Redondo Pier Association. Redondo Beach Pier, 100-500 Fisherman’s Wharf. 6-8 p.m. redondopier.com.

The Beach Comes to the Library: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 Britton Drive. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.

Terrarium Workshop with Plantiitas: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

Under the Sea Paint and Sip: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 3-4 p.m. 562-570-1040, longbeach.gov/library.

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

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.

South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society: “Propagating Succulent Cuttings,” featuring Yvonne Savio, avid gardener. Fred Hesse Jr. Community Park McTaggert Hall, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 1 p.m. southcoastcss.org.

Summer Concert in the Park: Featuring Woodie and the Longboards. Presented by El Segundo. Library Park, 600 block of Main St.. 4-7:30 p.m. 310-524-2300.

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

Monday

2026 Summer Recital: Presented by Palos Verdes Ballet. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 5 p.m. $49; $39 for children 11 and under. 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.

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.

Long Beach Amateur Orchid Society: “Cultivation of Paphiopedilums and Phragmipediums,” featuring Serena Roman. St. Gregory’s Church, 6201 E. Willow St. 7-9 p.m. lbaos.org.

Survivorship After Cancer: Participants will learn about life after cancer treatment, including the importance of follow-up care, healthy lifestyle habits and support resources to help survivors thrive. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 6-7 p.m. To join this online workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Zumba in the Park: Presented by Beach Cities Health District and Redondo Beach. Alta Vista Park Julia Field, 715 Julia Ave., Redondo Beach. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Pre-registration closes at noon. bchd.org/freefitness.

Tuesday

Good Afternoon, Long Beach: Presented by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Parkers’ Lighthouse, 435 Shoreline Drive. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $35 for members; $45 for non-members. shorturl.at/UiqDV.

PCH Kids Explorers: Dino Kids Day Rave Party. Presented by 2nd & PCH. Seaport Way, 6400 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 10 a.m.-noon. 2ndandpch.com.

SEA-Ya Later Summer Party: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Road. 12:30-2 p.m. 562-570-3136, longbeach.gov/library.

Soleil’s Bubble Bonanza Storytime: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

The Emperors: Presented by Live at the Shell. Recreation Park Bandshell, 701-939 Federation Drive, Long Beach. 6-8 p.m. liveattheshell.org.

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: “LAX Airport Update,” featuring Josh Francis, Director at Los Angeles World Airports. 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.

Ecstatic Dance: With Rev. Gregory and DJ Raion. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 7-9 p.m. $20. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

JLI: Sinai and Civics: Jewish Community Center, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 7:30-8:30 p.m. $80. 310-214-4999, shorturl.at/aQtlb.

Movie Showing: “The Iron Giant.” Animated film. Art Theatre, 2025 E. Fourth St., Long Beach. 11 a.m. $5; children under 18 are free. shorturl.at/R3uI2.

PVP Village Info Session: Meet PVP Village members and volunteers and learn about the PVP Village, its enriching social and intellectual activities. Peninsula Center Library, 701 Silver Spur Road, Rolling Hills Estates. 11 a.m. 310-991-3324 or peninsulavillagepvp@gmail.com.

Self-Acupressure: Participants will learn simple self-acupressure methods to help relieve hot flashes, night sweats and sleep disruption related to cancer treatment. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. Noon-1 p.m. To join this online workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Thursday

Bay Cities Coin Club: Covenant Presbyterian Church, 6323 W. 80th St., Los Angeles. baycitiescoinclub.com, baycitiescoinclub@hotmail.com.

Jumping Jack Flash Summer Concert: Presented by Friends of Belmont Shore. Mother’s Beach, 5839 Appian Way, Long Beach. 6-8 p.m. shorefriends.org.

Summer of Music: Featuring Fake Matthews Band (Dave Matthews Tribute). Presented by Redondo Pier Association. Redondo Beach Pier, 100-500 Fisherman’s Wharf. 6-8 p.m. redondopier.com.

Ongoing

A Doll’s House, Part 2: By Lucas Hnath and directed by Phyllis Gitlin. Presented by Long Beach Playhouse Theatres. Studio Theatre, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $20-$27. Runs through Aug. 15. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

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.

Art of Wood Carving: Presented by California Carvers Guild. Meets from 8 a.m. to noon every Monday and Wednesday. Long Beach Senior Center, 1150 E. Fourth St., Room 207. 562-570-3500.

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.

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 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: “The Cycle of Love.” Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7-8:40 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12. 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): 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. thebungalow.com/long-beach.

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 shorturl.at/4Zx4I.

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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