Friday

Brass Chamber:  Presented by Bob Cole Conservatory of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 N Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. Information: shorturl.at/Co9Ly.

Jazz in the Library: A Black History Month program. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Drive. 5-8 p.m. Information: 562-570-1045, longbeach.gov/library.

Lunch and Learn: Integrating acupuncture in oncology. The presentation will explore how acupuncture can complement conventional cancer treatment and help manage common side effects, including nausea, fatigue, peripheral neuropathy and sleep disruption. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. 12:30-1:45 p.m. Lunch: 12:30-1 p.m. Workshop: 1-1:45 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Traditional Publishing 101: With Van Hoang. PV Writes Together. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 6-7:30 p.m. Information: 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org.

Saturday

5th Annual Pumpkin Smashing: Urban Farm Christensen Science Center, 2201 Barrywood Ave., San Pedro. Noon-4 p.m. Information: 310-832-7573.

12th Annual South Bay’s Got Talent: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 7 p.m. $32-$44. Information: 310-781-7171, torrancearts.org.

Art Collective: Rancho Los Cerritos, 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach. 10 a.m.-noon. Information: 562-206-2040, rancholoscerritos.org.

Crafting a Biography for Multigenerational Impact: With Marie Chan. PV Writes Together. Presented by Palos Verdes Library District. Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, Palos Verdes Estates. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Information: 310-377-9584, ext. 601, pvld.org.

First Saturday Guided Nature Walk: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy. George F Canyon Nature Preserve, 27305 Palos Verdes Drive East, Rancho Palos Verdes. 10:30 a.m. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.org.

Guided Nature Walk: Walk with an ecologist through the Marketplace Marsh to check out wildlife. This marsh is a freshwater pond within the wetlands that provides habitat for a remarkable diversity of birdlife, including egrets and hummingbirds. 8-10 a.m. Meet at First Street and Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach. Information and RSVP: elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org.

Lasers I Have Loved: With Dr. Bradley Bobbs. Presented by Redondo Beach Public Library. Main Library, 303 N. Pacific Coast Highway. 1:30-4 p.m. Information: 310-318-0675, library.redondo.org.

Lunch and Learn: Oncology esthetics and skincare. The workshop will cover skincare during cancer treatment, including soothing ingredients, products to avoid, simple at-home routines and tips for brows and lashes. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Suite 100, Torrance. Noon-2 p.m. Lunch: Noon-12:30 p.m. Workshop: 12:30-2 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.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.volunteerhub.com/vv2.

Peoples of the West Series: In celebration of Native American Heritage Month. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Information: 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Robotics with FRC Team 687: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Information: 562-570-1038, longbeach.gov/library.

Ruben Studdard: “My Tribute to Luther.” Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 8 p.m. $75-115. Information: 310-544-0403, ext. 221, palosverdesperformingarts.com.

Sama Badjau Dance Workshop: Wave Studio Space, 4501 E. Carson St., No. 114, Long Beach. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Information: shorturl.at/cGZmj.

Sansinena Stories: Presented by San Pedro Heritage Museum. Warehouse Nine Bar, 110 E. 22nd St., San Pedro. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Information: info@sanpedroheritagemuseum.org.

Veterans Day Celebration: Presented by Long Beach. Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Ave. Noon-4 p.m. Information: shorturl.at/380hU.

Volleyball Hall of Fame Induction: Hermosa Beach Museum, 710 Pier Ave. 5 p.m. $10. Information and registration: bit.ly/bvbhof26.

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. Information: 310-541-7613, pvplc.volunteerhub.com/vv2.

Nature Walk: Presented by South Bay Parkland Conservancy. Hopkins Wilderness Park, 1102 Camino Real, Redondo Beach. 11:15 a.m.-noon. Information: southbayparks.org.

South Coast Cactus and Succulent Society: “Poking Around Europe’s Botanical Treasures,” featuring Roxie Easterle. Fred Hesse Jr. Community Park McTaggart Hall, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 1 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, redondocsl.org.

Monday

Conversational Spanish: Presented by Peninsula Seniors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 1:45-3 p.m. Information: 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

South Bay Camera Club: Photographer Darcy Quimby will critique digital photos. Torrance Airport Administration Building, 3301 Airport Drive, Torrance. 7 p.m. Information: sbccphotos.org, donstouder@ca.rr.com.

Tuesday

Good Afternoon, Long Beach Networking Luncheon: 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. Information: shorturl.at/dylz8.

Linoleum Block Printing: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 4-5 p.m. Information: 562-570-1047, 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. Information: 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

Wednesday

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

Ecstatic Dance: With Rev. Gregory and DJ Raion. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 6-8 p.m. $20. Information: 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

Veterans Day Breakfast: Presented by Rancho Palos Verdes. Ken Dyda Civic Center, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd. 9-11 a.m. $10/free for veterans. Information and registration: 310-544-5364.

Veterans Day Tribute: Presented by Redondo Beach, the Redondo Beach Elks Lodge No. 1378 and the Veterans Memorial Task Force. Veterans Park, 309 Esplanade. 1-2 p.m. Information: rbveteransmemorial.com.

Virtual Author Talk: “How Money Became God: Wealth and Greed in Modern Society,” featuring veteran journalist Paul Vigna. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. 11 a.m.-noon. Information: 562-570-7500, longbeach.gov/library.

Upcoming

Diwali: Lunada Bay Festival of Lights. Lunada Bay Park, 2201 Palos Verdes Drive West, Palos Verdes Estates. 4-7 p.m. Nov. 14. $40 for ages 10 and up, $20 for ages 5 to 9, and free for ages 4 and younger. Limited capacity. Information and tickets: shorturl.at/xjIi3.

Lectures with Lianne: “Wayfarers Chapel: A Vision to Rebuild,” featuring Robert Carr. Fred Hesse Community Park, 29301 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes. 4 p.m. Nov. 13.  Information:shorturl.at/ftRq7.

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. Information:  blanketsoflovesouthbay.com.

Blithe Spirit: By Noel Coward. Directed by Lauren Velasco. Long Beach Playhouse Mainstage Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $22-$28. Runs through Nov. 28. Information: 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

Children’s Choir: Children 4 and up are encouraged to come with older singers helping to lead and guide the younger ones. Neighborhood Church, 415 Paseo Del Mar, Palos Verdes Estates. 9:30-10 a.m.

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.

JLI: “Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You.” Led by Rabbi Zalman Gordon. Jewish Community Center of the South Bay, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 9:30-11 a.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Wednesdays (no class Nov. 25) through Dec. 2. Information and RSVP: 310-214-4999, shorturl.at/KjpWn.

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.

Reefer Madness: The Musical: By Dan Studney and Kevin Murphy. Directed by Rovin Jay. Long Beach Playhouse Studio Theater, 5021 E. Anaheim St. $20-$27. Runs through Nov. 15. Information: 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

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.

San Pedro Toastmasters Club 111: Get over your fear of public speaking and learn to speak like a true leader. San Pedro Elks Lodge, 1748 Cumbre Drive, San Pedro. 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Information: 310-801-6753.

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: “Paper Tiger.” Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. Monday, Nov. 9. 7-8:55 p.m. southbayfilmsociety.com.

Toastmasters Club 280: Levy Torrance Adult School, 3420 W. 229th Place. 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Information: 310-532-1209.

TOPS (Long Beach): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Bolivar Park, 3300 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood. 4-6 p.m. Mondays. Information: 562-278-5603.

TOPS (South Bay): Take Off Pounds Sensibly. The Harbor Church, 25401 S. Western Ave., Lomita. 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Information: 310-378-2920.

War of the Worlds: Directed by Drew Kelly. Presented by the California Repertory Company. University Theater, Cal State Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Blvd. $25-$27. Runs through Nov. 13. Information: tinyurl.com/calreptickets.

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 310-376- 3550.

– Compiled by Robert Doss

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