Friday

3rd Annual State of Business: With Mayor Rex Richardson. Presented by the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Hyatt Regency, 200 S. Pine St. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Register at shorturl.fm/kMgJS.

All About Processed Foods (virtual): Participants will learn how to identify healthier processed food options and gain practical strategies for balancing convenience with good nutrition in daily life. Presented by Cancer Support Community South Bay. 1-2 p.m. To register for this online workshop, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Family Shabbat Live: Jewish Community Center, 2108 Vail Ave., Redondo Beach. 5:30 p.m. shorturl.at/S6vqv.

Flute Quartet and Reed Quintet: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Irish Christmas in America: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. James Armstrong Theater, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 8 p.m. $27-$37. 310-781-7171, torrancearts.org.

Jarabe Mexicano: A Bordeno Soul Christmas. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 8 p.m. $15. 562-985-7000, carpenterarts.org.

Kinky Boots: Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. Also 7:30 p.m. Dec. 6. Starting at $46. kinkybootsmusical.com.

Live Band Karaoke: Ballast Point, 110 N. Marina Drive, Long Beach. 8-11 p.m. shorturl.fm/DecKq.

Violent Night: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7:30 p.m. shorturl.fm/qUhL7.

Saturday

5th Annual Christmas Market: Christ Lutheran Church, 6500 Stearns St., Long Beach. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

41st Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade: Presented by Belmont Shore 2nd Street Business Association. Second Street between Livingston and Bayshore, Long Beach. 6-9 p.m. shorturl.fm/Ze38C.

Annual Breakfast with Santa: Presented by Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital. Parkers’ Lighthouse, 435 Shoreline Village Drive, Long Beach. 8-11 a.m. $18 for adults; $12 for children under 12. 562-432-6500.

Art and Study of Taiko: Presented by Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. James Armstrong Theater, 3330 Civic Center Drive. 6 p.m. $22-$27. 310-781-7171, torrancearts.org.

Author Talk and Book Signing: With Jayne Kennedy. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 1-3 p.m. 562-570-6719, longbeach.gov/library.

Beautify Lunada Bay Volunteer Day: Presented by Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy at 520 Paseo Lunado, Palos Verdes Estates. 9-11:30 a.m. 310-541-7613, volunteerhub.com/vv2.

Breakfast with Santa: Presented by 2nd & PCH. Noble Rotisserie, 6460 Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach. 9 a.m. $30 for adults; $25 for children 12 and younger. shorturl.fm/yPuLm.

Christmas with the Rat Pack: Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. 3 p.m. $55-$97. 310-544-0403, ext. 221.

Community Outreach Orientation: Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy Office, 6118 Palos Verdes Drive S, Rancho Palos Verdes. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 310-541-7613, volunteerhub.com/vv2.

Community Scanning Day: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 562-570-6837, longbeach.gov/library.

David Benoit: “A Tribute to Charlie Brown Christmas.” Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 8 p.m. $43.75-$63.75. 562-985-7000, carpenterarts.org.

Dive into Parenting: Parent playdate. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Alamitos Neighborhood Library, 1836 E. Third St. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 562-570-5644, longbeach.gov/library.

D.I.Y Ornaments: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 2:30-3:30 p.m. 562-570-1044, longbeach.gov/library.

Emotional Sobriety (virtual): Our way of living. Presented by Mary and Joseph Retreat Center. 10 a.m.-noon. $75. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.

Festive Family Photos: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 2-4 p.m. 562-570-1041, longbeach.gov/library.

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

It’s A Wonderful Life: Presented by See_It_On_16mm. Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 2 p.m. Also 2 p.m. Dec. 7. $17.85. shorturl.fm/wUyKL.

Jingle and Mingle: A cookie affair. St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 4645 Woodruff Ave., Lakewood. 1-4 p.m. Santa arrives at 2 p.m. $5. info@goldensandschorus.com.

Journey to Bethlehem: An advent labyrinth walk. Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, 5300 Crest Road, RPV. 9 a.m.-noon. $50. 310-377-4867, ext. 250, maryjoseph.org.

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.

Miracle on Anaheim St.: A comedy variety show. Presented by Held2Gether. Long Beach Playhouse Studio Theater, 5021 Anaheim St. 8 p.m. Also 2 p.m. Dec. 7. $25. 562-494-1014, lbplayhouse.org.

Movie Showing/Book Signing: “Piney: The Lonesome Pine,” featuring Jane Bakerine. Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Way, RPV. 4-5:30 p.m. $25 for author-signed picture book. 310-494-7891.

Nature Walk: Walk with trained naturalists and learn about the sea eagles, hawks and other raptors of the Los Cerritos Wetlands. Hear about the native people who once lived on this unique land. The walk is for ages seven and up. Meet at the corner of PHC and First Street in Seal Beach. 8-10 a.m. Information and to RSVP: elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org.

Peninsula Parade of Lights: Featuring Grand Marshal Don Slaught. Presented by RHE. Parade begins at Silver Spur Road and Drybank Drive, east on Silver Spur Road to Roxcove Drive, south to Deep Valley Drive, west on Deep Valley Drive, continuing through the Promenade on the Peninsula to Norris Center Drive. 6 p.m. shorturl.at/GqRVo.

Peace and Joy Through the Generations: Presented by Long Beach City College Choirs, featuring “Mass of the Children.” Bob and Barbara Ellis Auditorium, 4901 E. Carson St. 7 p.m. $10-$15. 562-938-4495, shorturl.fm/Wwv4T.

Piano Showcase: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Rainn Wilson Film Festival: Gardena Cinema, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd. 7 p.m. $23.18. shorturl.fm/O3cBV.

Sustainable Winter Wreaths: Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 2-3 p.m. 562-570-1046, longbeach.gov/library.

Winter Festival Concert: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. First Congregational Church, 241 Cedar Ave., Long Beach. 4 and 8 p.m. Also 4 p.m. Dec. 7. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Sunday

Aquarium Holidays: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $34.95-$44.95. 562-590-3100, aquariumofpacific.org.

A Holiday Tea Experience: Presented by Events on the Pine, 140 Pine Ave., third floor, Long Beach. 1-4 p.m. Starting at $80. shorturl.fm/pxiqG.

Classical Ballet Theatre: Presented by Palos Verdes Performing Arts. Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rollings Hills Estates. 2:30 and 6 p.m. $24; $18 for children 11 and under. 310-544-0403, ext. 221.

Christmas Giveaway: Presented by Long Beach Realtist Association. Grocery Outlet, 1340 E. Seventh St. 2-4 p.m.

Concerts by the Coast: “Sax Dreams/Music You Love,” featuring Sergei Govorov (saxophone) and Vladimir Khomyakov (piano). St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 31290 Palos Verdes Drive West, RPV. 7:30 p.m. $40; $25 for students age 20 and younger. glissandro.org/coco.

Corner Garden Workshop: Ink wash on paper. Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 9-11 a.m. $5. 562-437-1689, molaa.org.

Gibson Guitars: Willmore Wine Bar, 3848 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach. 2-3 p.m. 562-492-5951.

Holiday Benefit Concert: Presented by International Montessori Academy Foundation. Wine on Second, 5640 Second St., Long Beach. 6-8 p.m. $30. shorturl.fm/ce0nU.

Holiday Market: Winter in Willmore. The Bembridge House, 953 N. Park Circle, Long Beach. 4-8 p.m. shorturl.fm/5LiPp.

International Tamales Festival: Presented by Playlarga X LB. Downtown Long Beach, 855 Elm Ave. 1-7 p.m. $40-$65. playlarga.co/lbtamalesfest.

Latino Comics Expo: Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 562-437-1689, molaa.org.

Nitro Circus: “Off the Rails.” Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. 5 p.m. Starting at $40. shorturl.fm/TVYZG.

Monday

27th Annual Long Beach Symphony Golf Classic: Virginia Country Club, 4602 N. Virginia Road. Check-in at 9 a.m. Shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. $100 and up. Register at longbeachsymphony.org.

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

Electronic Music Ensemble: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Tuesday

Art: Expressive mixed media. Cancer Support Community South Bay, 2601 Airport Drive, Torrance. 1:30-3:30 p.m. To register, visit CSCSouthBay.org and select the online calendar. Information: Rebecca Sul, Rebecca@CSCSouthBay.org.

Concert Band: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. Daniel Recital Hall, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Holiday Open House: Presented by Peninsula Seniors. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, RHE. 2-4 p.m. 310-377-3003.

Sip and Shop: Presented by the Women’s Business Council of the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Fair Trade Long Beach Retail Collective, 4105 N. Bellflower Blvd., Unit B. 5-7 p.m. shorturl.fm/bhKCX.

Virtual Families Connected Parent Chat: Presented by Beach Cities Health District. 10-11 a.m. shorturl.at/nWEzT.

Writing the Fires: A poetry workshop for teens. Presented by Long Beach Public Library. Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 4:30-6:30 p.m. 562-570-1046, 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

Annual Holiday Mixer: Presented by Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Altar Society, 230 Pine Ave. 5-7:30 p.m. shorturl.fm/meEod.

Bohannon Lecture Series: “Siegfried and Roy — Beyond Belief,” featuring lecturer Paul Stone. Scriba Family Center, 602 Deep Valley Drive, RHE. 10:30-11:30 a.m. 310-377-3003, pvseniors.org.

Bob Cole Conservatory Symphony Orchestra: Presented by Bob Cole Conservancy of Music. Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., Long Beach. 7:30 p.m. $8-$23. shorturl.at/vAhcm.

Ecstatic Dance: With Rev. Gregory. Redondo Beach Center for Spiritual Living, 907 Knob Hill Ave. 310-540-5080, office@redondocsl.org.

PVP Village Information 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, 701 Silver Spur Road, RHE. 11 a.m. 310-991-3324, peninsulavillagepvp@gmail.com.

Thursday

Holiday Social Tips: Presented by the Hearing Loss Association of America Long Beach/Lakewood Chapter. Weingart Center, 5200 Oliva Ave., Lakewood. 4-5 p.m. 213-705-3629.

Upcoming

Eli Sharabi Talk: Featuring former hostage and author Eli Sharabi. Congregation Ner Tamid, 5721 Crestridge Road, RPV. 7 p.m. Dec. 18. $36 for adults, $18 for students and 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, RPV. 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, RHE. 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, RHE. Every third Friday and Saturday (10 a.m.-5 p.m.) at Malaga Cove Library, 2400 Via Campesina, PVE. 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.

Cinderella Magical Christmas: Presented by Long Beach Shakespeare Company. Helen Borgers Theatre, 4250 Atlantic Ave. $26.50; $16.50 for students. Runs through Dec. 14. 562-997-1494, lbshakespeare.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.

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, RHE. 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.

Long Beach is Sinking or… Hard Times are Better than a Life of Injustice: By Jamie Sweet and directed by Rob Young. The Garage Theatre, 251 E. Seventh St. $40. Runs through Dec. 20. thegaragetheatre.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 Ave. Information: 424-241-0058, contact@weareteamus.co or weareteamus.co.

South Bay Film Society Showing: “The Choral.” AMC Rolling Hills, 2591 Airport Drive, Torrance. 7-8:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. 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.

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.

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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